Project Manager I (Transmission and Distribution)

MYR Group•South Weber, UT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for operational oversight of various electrical construction projects. High Country Line Construction, Inc. (High Country) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has successfully completed transmission, distribution, foundation, substation, and clean energy projects across the United States. We deliver a complete range of services, including powerline construction, infrastructure, and emergency restoration. High Country possesses the expertise to provide high-voltage electrical construction services to utility and private developers nationwide. We are committed to ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and the communities in which we operate. We are passionate about equipping our employees with knowledge and tools to support their growth and sharing our knowledge and expertise with industry partners while building safe, superior electrical infrastructure. We are also a certified member of Gold Shovel Standard (GSS), a member-driven, non-profit organization committed to improving workforce and public safety at excavation sites. We are a proud signatory member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).

Requirements

3+ years of project management experience in the electrical industry
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
Knowledgeable with specifications, contracts, and other documentation to manage projects
Knowledgeable of the N.E.C. and other relevant local codes
Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include contracts, blueprints, vendor/subcontractor proposals and other documents as they relate to electrical work
Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
Team player who can successfully work with diverse internal and external partners
Self-driven with the ability to stay on task for extended periods of time
Ability to travel to project sites as required

Nice To Haves

Transmission and Distribution experience within the electrical construction industry preferred

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
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable