Sr. Project Manager

Baker Electric•Escondido, CA

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About The Position

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of several electrical construction projects. The role focuses on successfully completing projects while applying business acumen and awareness of how project outcomes affect the company. The Senior Project Manager is expected to address all aspects of a project and respond to internal and external customers in a timely manner. This is an exempt position, usually an individual contributor, and in some cases includes direct reports. The role manages project financials, contracts, schedules, subcontractors, project documentation, and coordination with clients and internal teams. It also provides divisional support for company development and process improvement initiatives, and may involve training staff and participating in hiring.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in electrical project management.
Experience estimating change orders.
At least 5 years directly involved with contract plans and specifications and project accounting.
Successful graduation from an accredited electrical apprenticeship program, or long-term experience in the electrical industry in a variety of capacities.
Strong ability to learn new technology.
Proficiency in MS Office/O365 applications.
Proficiency in Procore or related project management software and Accubid Change Order or related estimating software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Assume the job duties and responsibilities of a Project Manager.
Manage a large value of electrical construction project work.
Execute direction from a Project Executive and Senior Leadership.
Provide divisional support for company development and process improvement initiatives.
Manage contract financial matters, including progress billing, rental equipment, income, and expenses, while protecting the company's interests and maintaining client relationships.
Forecast project financials, prepare monthly financial reports, and participate in WIP meetings.
Prepare and submit project billings.
Identify scope changes, submit change orders, and drive their approval.
Identify, prevent, and limit exposure to project schedule delays.
Manage prime contract execution.
Monitor subcontractor scopes of work, create subcontracts, and approve subcontractor schedules of values.
Lead project pre-planning with Virtual Construction, Preconstruction, and field teams.
Create, monitor, and troubleshoot purchase orders, project material submittals, and RFIs.
Train and direct project support staff on daily tasks and provide guidance as needed.
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within corporate policy boundaries, and create clear statements of work and expectations.
Maintain logs required to track project progress.
Ensure weekly percentage-complete updates for labor reporting and keep manpower projections within budgeted hours.
Maintain liaison with the prime client and architect/engineer to facilitate construction activities.
Monitor construction with the onsite Foreman and Area Superintendent to ensure work is on schedule and within budget.
Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures within company guidelines and under supervision.
Represent the company and project in meetings with clients, subcontractors, and others.
Document relevant project updates and communications among subcontractors, clients, and vendors.
Complete project closeout by finalizing open items, including change orders and documentation.
Document and gather data for stakeholder reporting.
Participate in hiring and training Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Managers.