Sr. Project Manager

About the role

As the Senior Project Manager you will provide cost estimates and general operational oversight of various electrical construction transmission line projects.

Company Overview

At MYR Energy Services Inc. (MYRE) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – our employees play an integral role in the company’s collective success. Our mission is to provide superior specialty contracting services by creating mutually rewarding relationships in a safe, inspiring, and open environment. We challenge our employees to possess uncommon determination, thrive in adversity, and challenge the status quo.

MYRE is growing and working on clean energy projects throughout the U.S. Our team is both loyal and collaborative. We provide the tools and resources to support your growth and operate under a safety-first culture to ensure everyone goes home safe every day.

MYRE serves customers participating in a nationwide engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and energy storage.

Travel Opportunities

• Solar: Travel across the country focusing on clean energy transformation and building solar electrical infrastructure. Projects average 8–12 months with a rotating schedule that includes long weekends (in addition to standard Saturdays and Sundays off). A designated weekly per diem and relocation assistance are provided to help cover living expenses.
• EPC: Travel across the country working on large-scale EPC projects lasting several weeks to several months. A designated weekly per diem, company vehicle, and fuel card are provided to support living expenses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project construction schedules
• Submit “Requests for Information” to clients
• Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects
• Act as the main point-of-contact for project personnel
• Coordinate meetings, schedule updates, submit deliverables, and address outstanding open items as requested by clients
• Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly, monthly progress reports and billing information
• Review and monitor job costs versus budgets
• Report regularly to management team
• Prepare complete cost estimates (labor and material) for projects within set deadlines
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
• Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
• Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
• Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel to understand and determine constructability requirements
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
• Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
• Coordinate closely with project management
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Perform essential functions in a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 10+ years’ project management experience in the transmission and distribution industry
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Skills

• Knowledgeable with specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
• Knowledgeable of the N.E.C. and all relevant local codes
• Ability to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications, including blueprints, proposals, and other documents as they relate to electrical work
• Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Proficient with estimating software such as Accubid or equivalent
• Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
• Team player who is able to successfully work with diverse internal and external partners
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums)
  • $15 weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage
  • Dental – 100% employer-paid premium
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program – $1,200 annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday)
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and annual profit-sharing potential
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more)
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents