Electrical Project Manager Jobs

Overview:

The Project Manager is responsible for cost estimates and general operational oversight of various commercial and industrial electrical construction projects.

Essential Functions

• Regular and predictable attendance
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
• Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects
• Coordinate closely with project management
• Prepare complete cost estimates (labor and material) for commercial & industrial projects within set deadlines
• Act as the main point-of-contact for project personnel
• Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly, monthly progress reports and billing information
• Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
• Report regularly to management team
• Submit “Requests for Information” to clients
• Coordinate meetings, schedule updates, submit deliverables, and address outstanding open items as requested by clients
• Prepare project construction schedules
• Review and monitor job costs versus budgets
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
• Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders
• Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel to understand and determine constructability requirements
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
• Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
• Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders

Responsibilities:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
• 3+ years of project management and estimating experience in the electrical industry

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
• Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other documents as they relate to electrical work
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time
• Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Team player who is able to successfully work with diverse internal and external partners
• Knowledgeable of the N.E.C. and all relevant local codes
• Knowledgeable with specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
• Proficient with estimating software such as Accubid or equivalent