Contracting Manager

Pike•Mount Airy, NC

1d•$100,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Contracting Managers are responsible for the estimating, proposal development and procurement of master service agreements and site-specific projects for distribution, transmission and substation construction across a mix of customers for which Pike Electric, LLC serves. This position will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a positive relationship with our customers while ensuring Pike’s project management and field operations teams are supplied with the pertinent contractual information necessary to perform all work per specification in a safe, cost effective, and timely manner. Contracting Managers are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently.

Requirements

4-year college degree preferably in engineering or business management
Minimum of 2 years of project and/or contract management experience in the construction industry (preferably the utility construction industry)
Possess strong mathematical, communication and computer skills
Detailed knowledge of project management fundamentals
Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications with MS office application proficiency
Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic, as well as, complex proposals, technical documents, and formal letters
Demonstrated skills in oral communications; ability to make presentations to both small and large, diverse groups
High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment with a bias for action
Proven success in developing and maintaining internal and external relationships while effectively navigating organizational barriers
High commitment to achieving goals and plans
Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills
High attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
Demonstrated negotiating and decision-making skills
Working knowledge of project accounting practices and financial systems
General understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms
Working knowledge of the techniques needed to lead and influence others in a matrix organization
Ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Nice To Haves

proficiency in MS Project and/or Primavera scheduling software is not required but is a plus

Responsibilities

Thorough estimates and proposals for site specific projects and master service agreements
Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the project team to confirm complete scope
Participate in customer pre-bid meetings (in-person or virtual)
Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude
Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier information and pricing
Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, specialty contractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations
All aspects of contract negotiation and working with project team to establish the system to carry out the contract including management of subcontractors and material procurement
Effective contractual meetings (pre-bid, contract negotiations, contract kickoff, post-project meetings, etc.)
Provide meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate operations and field management members
Management and support of emergency and storm restoration events