Utilities Project Manager

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

23h • $38 - $54 • Onsite

About The Position

The Utilities Project manager is responsible for coordinating and managing projects and schedules to ensure adherence to budget and work scope. Utilities & Energy Services in the Division of Operations includes over 240 staff members with varied backgrounds and interests. Our goal is to be a world class leader in the production, delivery, and management of utilities and energy services, fostering a culture of excellence while effectively stewarding university resources and the environment.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Construction Science or engineering field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of experience in civil construction, site development and/or utility plant construction, including experience in management of utility infrastructure projects involving at least two of the following utility plant production, electrical, thermal, water or sewer systems.
• Texas Class C driver license or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Proficient in MS office tools: Project, Excel and Word.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and adapt to changing demands and priorities.
• Strong analytic/problem solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, stand for extended periods of time, and will frequently be required to lift heavy materials.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• OSHA Certification
• Professional Draftsperson
• Professional Engineer
• Knowledge of thermal and domestic water and electrical distribution, sanitary and storm sewer systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee progression of work to verify compliance with stakeholder requirements, and approved project construction schedule.
• Perform site visits, conduct job site meetings, assist with job site safety, project photos, status and schedule updates and conduct final acceptance.
• Close coordination of all activities with other members of project team.
• Coordinate with UES management to schedule construction sequence, manpower resources, and equipment.
• Review construction documents at various design phases; identify design problems and recommend improvements.
• Investigate potentially serious construction problems; implement corrective measures with input from other members of the UES and A/E teams.
• Oversee management of financial aspects of projects and adherence to budget as work progresses.
• Procurement of equipment and materials; negotiation of purchase orders
• Contributes to a safe work environment by reporting accidents and unsafe working conditions, uses proper personal protective equipment, follows safety procedures outlined in Material Safety Data Sheets, and participates in safety training.
• Committed to continuously improving the quality and value of service provided to our customers.
• Will strive to not only meet, but exceed, customer expectations in every interaction by providing personalized and professional solutions.
• Ensures that all communications to customers both internal and external to the organization are responsive, respectful, professional and solutions-oriented.
• Promote and support the UES Core Values of Safety, Mutual Respect, Integrity, Teamwork.
• Define project scope of work, prepare CPM schedule and handle contract administration.
• Administration of construction obligations per lease documents.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Free exercise programs and release time
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level