Project Manager-PM

Pike Corporation•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for estimating, scheduling, procurement, and management of transmission master service agreements and site-specific projects across a mix of Pike Electric, LLC customers. The PM builds and maintains positive customer relationships and ensures field operations receive the contractual information needed to complete work safely, cost-effectively, on time, and to specification. The role is expected to develop advanced skills and work independently, with minimal supervision. The PM manages project and agreement execution, customer and subcontractor relationships, contract administration, estimates and proposals, change control, risk management, project reporting, financial controls, invoicing, and support for emergency and storm restoration events. The position also supports applicable environmental, health and safety (EH&S) and quality programs. This job description is not all-inclusive; the employee may perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

Four-year college degree, preferably in engineering or construction management.
Three to five years of project management experience in the transmission construction industry.
Detailed knowledge of project management fundamentals.
Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare basic and complex technical documents, formal letters, and invoices.
Strong oral communication skills, including the ability to present to small and large, diverse groups.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with a high energy level and bias for action.
Proven ability to develop and maintain internal and external relationships while navigating organizational barriers.
Strong commitment to achieving goals and plans.
Organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
Demonstrated negotiation and decision-making skills.
Working knowledge of project accounting practices and financial systems.
General understanding of fixed-price, time-and-materials, cost-plus, and unit contract pricing mechanisms.
Working knowledge of techniques for leading and influencing others in a matrix organization.
Ability to work with individuals from various socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer-oriented, with leadership and multitasking skills and the ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera scheduling software.

Responsibilities

Manage projects and master service agreements in accordance with Pike policies and procedures.
Manage client relationships and establish effective, trusted business relationships.
Negotiate and administer contracts, identify and process change orders, and establish means of contract execution, including subcontractor management and material procurement.
Maintain effective change-control and risk-management processes.
Develop thorough estimates and proposals for site-specific projects and master service agreements.
Conduct effective contractual meetings, including kickoffs, progress meetings, and safety meetings.
Provide meaningful performance-related feedback and input to operations and field management.
Report contract progress and status to field operations, management, and customers.
Prepare accurate monthly financial reporting with adequate supporting documentation for management, accounting, and SOX requirements.
Maintain financial controls to support project profitability and expected cash flow.
Manage accurate invoices to ensure timely issuance and payment.
Manage and support emergency and storm restoration events.
Support EH&S and quality programs when applicable.
Follow company safety rules and other company policies.