Sr PM, Blacksburg

PTS Advance•Blacksburg, VA

About The Position

Our client, a leading specialty infrastructure contractor specializing in electric power, utilities, renewable energy, and energy infrastructure, is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Blacksburg, Virginia. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of design-build (DB) and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) projects, including prime contract administration and oversight of engineering, design, procurement, scheduling, and construction management teams. The role also covers project execution, field office coordination, construction subcontract and purchase order administration, and supervision of field operations on assigned projects. The position may temporarily require performing project-management duties from the worksite. The Senior Project Manager oversees auditing and inspection of subcontracted work for compliance with contract specifications and tests, as well as preparation of audit reports. The role leads integrated project teams from inception through completion, directs engineering and construction activities, and manages project performance, customer relationships, safety, quality, environmental stewardship, procurement, schedules, budgets, changes, payments, reporting, close-out, and warranty administration. The Senior Project Manager directly supervises Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers, coordinates with Construction Managers and site safety representatives, and trains and mentors junior staff. Travel is required up to 50% of the time, or as project needs require.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Science or Management, Engineering, or an equivalent field; equivalent work experience or a combination of education and experience may be substituted.
At least 10 years of experience in Construction Project Management.
Thorough knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in transmission, distribution, and substation work.
Knowledge of engineering, design, construction, and contracting methodologies, as well as project planning and management activities, including engineering, estimating, scheduling, bidding, contract administration, purchase orders, subcontracts, field supervision, budget control, safety, and quality assurance.
Self-starter.
Ability to manage and supervise team members effectively.
Strong problem evaluation and problem-solving skills.
Strong team-building skills.
Understanding of the project design process during both pursuit and execution phases.
Understanding of the integrated EPC process and project lifecycle.
Understanding of construction means and methods.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with estimating, scheduling, and project management software and processes.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Strong knowledge and understanding of the power delivery industry.
Strong knowledge of power-industry safety and environmental best practices.
Strong knowledge of power-industry quality control and quality assurance measures.
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, or as project needs require.

Nice To Haves

Direct Design-Build or EPC project experience in the power delivery industry.
Familiarity with Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

Manage integrated Design-Build and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction teams from project inception through completion, including the pursuit phase when requested.
Direct and coordinate intermediate and final engineering design and construction activities.
Administer and manage the prime contract, construction subcontracts, and purchase orders.
Ensure compliance with customer expectations and goals for safety, quality, and environmental stewardship.
Plan, execute, and report on overall project performance.
Work directly with customers to ensure effective communication, satisfaction, and coordination with other jobsite activities.
Mitigate and resolve potential disputes.
Develop and oversee compliance with project-specific health and safety plans and quality control and quality assurance plans.
Supervise onsite and offsite Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers; coordinate with Construction Managers and site safety representatives; lead and motivate project team members to meet goals and milestones.
Respond to and oversee Requests for Information.
Perform value engineering and constructability reviews.
Develop procurement status reports with engineering design, procurement, scheduling, and estimating teams, and define work segregation by subcontract and purchase order packages.
Develop or oversee subcontractor and supplier scope, price, and schedule exhibits for subcontract and purchase order packages.
Coordinate local bidding efforts with procurement teams and oversee procurement of subcontracts and purchase orders.
Review and approve subcontract and purchase order invoices and oversee submittals.
Develop initial project-specific schedules with engineering design, scheduling, procurement, and field construction staff.
Monitor conceptual design, engineering design, and construction progress.
Administer and manage changes to the prime contract.
Develop project-specific Schedules of Values.
Submit and expedite progress payments.
Prepare and present monthly progress, budget forecasting, and schedule management reports.
Manage project close-out and warranty administration.
Perform post-construction cost reviews and reporting.
Maintain effective relationships among customers, design teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Train and mentor junior staff.
Perform other assigned duties and adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.