Senior Project Manager - Utility Transmission & Distribution

About Us

IB Abel’s 110-year history is a testament to its adaptability, forward-thinking leadership, commitment to safety, and stellar service and project delivery process. Our core values—Responsible, Integrity, Results-Oriented, Ownership, and Professional—shape everything that we do at all levels of the company and are purposefully incorporated into all company communications, meetings, and strategic planning. Our use of the EOS model (Entrepreneurial Operating System) also provides structure and clarity among all levels of the company to maintain focus on our shared goals. IB Abel (IBA) is committed to providing ample learning and career development opportunities to its team members via our Associate's Program in Project Management, Estimating, and Accounting and our growing Learning Management System.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager who is responsible for project planning and contract administration, project execution, safety management, financial/project performance management, client relations, and team leadership including the mentoring of Project Associates.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Contract Administration – Review RFPs, proposals, estimates, schedules, contracts, and related documents to ensure a thorough understanding of project requirements and contractual obligations; prepare subcontracts and contracts for approval; review, approve, and/or forward project submittals, including drawings, material samples, and other required documentation; prepare, submit, and manage project change orders; and coordinate project schedules, permits, job layouts, and other preconstruction requirements with the project team.
• Project Execution, Scheduling & Resource Management – Establish and maintain construction schedules to achieve project milestones and completion dates; coordinate the scheduling and availability of subcontractors, manpower, tools, equipment, and material deliveries; ensure personnel and equipment are appropriately assigned to projects and held accountable for performance and schedule adherence; procure materials necessary to meet project specifications and coordinate deliveries with vendors; and conduct weekly crew observations to monitor field execution, productivity, and project performance.
• Safety & Quality Management – Develop and maintain Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSP) and Site-Specific Quality Plans (SSQP); communicate project schedules, permits, job layouts, and other relevant project information to the Safety department; and incorporate safety and quality requirements into project planning and execution activities.
• Financial & Project Performance Management – Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly project costs to ensure performance remains aligned with project budgets and financial expectations; prepare for and lead monthly WIP and Focus Job Meetings to review project performance, risks, forecasts, and corrective actions; assist Accounting with project billing and collection needs; and manage the financial and operational impact of project change orders.
• Client, Subcontractor & Stakeholder Management – Provide timely, professional, and respectful service to clients, with the goal of meeting or exceeding client expectations; work collaboratively with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to promptly identify and resolve project issues; arrange and facilitate preconstruction and post-construction meetings and prepare and maintain meeting agendas; and maintain effective communication among project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team Leadership & Development – Coach and mentor assigned Project Associates to ensure adherence to established project delivery processes and support their professional development; and provide direction and coordination to project personnel to promote accountability, effective execution, and achievement of project objectives.

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, or other related business / mathematical discipline focused degree program from a four-year college or technical school, or a comparable equivalent of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ project management experience in Utility roles related to transmission or distribution