Electrical Construction Project Manager-Special Projects

EC Electric•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Project Manager leads the project team and is accountable for successfully completing assigned construction projects. The role also cultivates opportunities for future projects through excellent customer service, safe work practices, quality assurance, and financially successful project delivery. The Project Manager typically oversees 3–5 active projects, either as the primary manager or in support of a Senior Project Manager, and manages multiple concurrent projects with annual portfolios typically in the $3.5 million to $5 million range. The position manages project finances, contracts, schedules, documentation, estimating, procurement, materials, production, customer relationships, and coordination with General Contractors, owners, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams. It also supports and mentors Assistant Project Managers and project staff while ensuring adherence to EC Electric’s quality, safety, and best-practice standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering, Business Management, or a related field; equivalent industry experience may also be considered.
At least 5 years of project management experience in commercial electrical construction, with direct responsibility for multiple concurrent projects and annual portfolios in the $3.5 million–$5 million-plus range.
Strong financial and contract management expertise, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, change orders, claims resolution, cost control, and contract administration.
Experience working with General Contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and owners, with an ability to build long-term customer relationships and deliver strong client service.
Knowledge of construction scheduling and project controls, including resource-loaded schedules, look-ahead planning, project forecasting, and document management systems such as Viewpoint or similar software.
Estimating and procurement experience, including estimate review, project turnover, material purchasing, and support for competitive bids.
Leadership and team-development skills, including experience mentoring Assistant Project Managers, field staff, and project teams while promoting accountability and performance.
Commitment to safety and quality standards, including knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety best practices, quality assurance programs, risk management, and injury-free work practices.

Responsibilities

Manage the business aspects of multiple concurrent projects, typically totaling $3.5 million to $5 million annually.
Meet financial targets while maintaining established quality standards.
Complete pre-job tasks, including Viewpoint Pre-Job checklists, meetings, and EC contract content review.
Review and obtain General Contractor signatures on vital documents, including nondisclosure and vendor and supplier agreements.
Develop and communicate project execution plans to relevant parties.
Manage contracts, project documentation, claims, and dispute resolution.
Work with the Estimating department to review estimates, RECAPs, and project turnover; estimate and procure electrical projects in a competitive market.
Mentor Assistant Project Managers and other project staff.
Maintain customer relationships and help ensure customer satisfaction and quality service.
Understand General Contractors’ cost reporting and management plans and proactively communicate their expectations.
Manage project materials, budgets, and production activities.
Act as liaison between customers and project staff to identify and process scope changes, resolve issues, and communicate project milestones with General Contractors.
Manage project correspondence and documents using designated document management systems.
Ensure compliance with EC Electric quality, safety, and best-practice standards.
Develop and maintain resource-loaded master schedules.
Set cash flow goals, update schedules of values, and establish an emergency check signer.
Generate MOPs and review detailed three-week look-ahead schedules.
Manage crew composite factors by comparing budgeted figures with actual results.
Understand and follow General Contractors’ master control programs for documents.
Create construction estimates aligned with project workflows and customers’ master schedules.
Complete project audit checklists and retain them with other vital project documents.
Coordinate regular owner and General Contractor weekly meetings.
Oversee OFCI equipment tracking, EC equipment receiving, and quality-control plan management.
Prepare accurate monthly financial forecasts for all projects.
Perform other tasks as assigned.