Substation Project Manager

Probst Electric, Inc.•Caldwell, ID

About The Position

The Substation Project Manager leads the planning, direction, and coordination of high-voltage electric transmission and distribution construction and maintenance projects. As a front-line supervisor, the role oversees each project’s conceptual development and ensures successful organization, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, subcontractor management, safety, quality, and implementation. Travel is required.

Requirements

Project management experience in high-voltage substation, transmission, and distribution construction or a related field.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly strong Excel skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and change direction as needed.
Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screenings.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or professional certification, such as PMP.
Experience with project management software.

Responsibilities

Lead pre-construction efforts, including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning.
Develop and manage budget projections for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors; keep costs within forecast and identify cost-saving measures.
Develop and oversee the project Schedule of Values (SOV), update it based on production, prepare billing packages, and submit them to customers.
Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress reporting for construction activities.
Provide cost forecasting and monthly cost-to-complete reporting, ensuring accuracy.
Develop, submit, track, and maintain project submittals and requests for information.
Review cost reports and evaluate ways to reduce costs while maintaining productivity.
Manage invoicing and payment applications for completed scope.
Prepare, review, and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to supplier and subcontractor agreements.
Work with Legal to protect the company’s interests while maintaining good relationships.
Ensure contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.
Prepare and manage subcontracts, vendors, and associated documentation.
Maintain complete electronic and printed project files in accordance with document control practices.
Generate and review daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
Present project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Lead meetings with supervisory personnel, subcontractors, and engineers to resolve work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients.
Develop and oversee project material trackers based on customer Bills of Materials, drawings, and scope, tracking inventory, production, shortages, and damages.
Work with the superintendent to keep construction on schedule and within budget.
Execute corrective actions for delays, adverse weather, or emergencies.
Monitor the quality of weekly labor, equipment-hour, material, and subcontractor reporting.
Ensure productivity, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance.
Mentor and guide project managers and assistant project managers, providing training and development opportunities.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
Lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings, including preparing agendas and minutes.
Coordinate staffing adjustments to align with upcoming projects and recently completed work.