Project Manager Large Construction & Maintenance II

About the role

Under general supervision, plans, develops, coordinates and directs all phases of medium to large‑scale, high‑profile construction projects. Coordinates with internal and external organizations and government agencies to successfully implement project delivery. Implements the Construction Management Process (CMP) used throughout the company for large construction project delivery. Responsible for project scope, cost, and schedule and coordination and management of project requirements to ensure labor and material resources (internal & external) are deployed for timeliness, efficiency and success of project delivery. This position is specific to the Large Construction Project Management Department.

Responsibilities

• Develop, institute, and improve cross‑functional processes and procedures regarding project management, work management, and cost estimating.
• Integrate corporate initiatives such as safety, environmental, and reliability improvement programs into the CMP process for large gas and electric construction projects.
• Direct the delivery of large‑scale construction projects, including leading internal and external meetings.
• Identify, assess, and implement corporate programs related to project management, cost estimation, planning and scheduling, including software and other tools.
• Forecast, document, verify, and report all variances to senior management.
• Compile, chart, and report weekly, monthly, and yearly Project Management Performance Measures to senior management.
• Work with senior management to define, coordinate, and manage project requirements to ensure labor and material resources are deployed for timeliness, efficiency, and success of project delivery.
• Lead or conduct project performance, cost, and scheduling studies and evaluations using advanced and innovative project management techniques or modifications of standard practices.
• Develop and modify system improvements related to large‑scale construction.

Competencies

• Maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups.
• Manage diverse, highly technical, and complex issues.
• In‑depth knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of project management, work management, and cost estimating principles.
• Highly developed problem‑solving and consensus‑building skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with six to seven years of experience in construction and operations management and project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Six Sigma certification strongly desired.
• Current, legally valid driver’s license meeting the company’s driving record requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise activities of internal and external staff assigned to projects in a matrix‑management environment.

Skills

• Communication: Advanced negotiation skills; ability to write complex reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effective presentation to customers, clients, and employees; ability to read, analyze, and interpret highly complex documents; active listening and clarification.
• Mathematical: Work with probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry; apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Computer: In‑depth understanding and ability to modify project management, cost‑estimating, and work‑management software; advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Analysis & Problem‑solving: Apply, interpret, and develop concepts using mathematical and engineering expertise; solve complex practical problems with limited standardization; interpret instructions in various formats.
• Decision Making: Determine corporate framework for resource allocation used in projects.

Scope and Impact

Impacts corporate ability to complete projects within profitable parameters regarding time and resources while maintaining regulatory compliance (DOT, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, OSHA). Responsible for $20 million in capital project management.