Graduate Project Manager - T&D Construction (Birmingham, UK)

Burns & McDonnell; Highgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Graduate Project Manager to assist in administering safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates and documentation for EPC projects. You will support field activities and client interfaces on electrical transmission and distribution ventures.

The role focuses on building client relationships, assisting with prime and downstream contracts, and contributing to project execution planning and risk

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field required.
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Knowledge of document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Must be able to meet company's driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration of safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals and documentation for EPC projects.
• Assist Project team in building client relationships and interfacing on proposals and items.
• Assist with contract administration including RFIs, submittals, change orders and claims mitigation.
• Support project controls efforts including cost reporting and scheduling.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors during procurement and bidding processes.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation and filing systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

The Graduate Project Manager will assist with the administration of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, and field-based activities to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. This position will support on electrical transmission & distribution projects.

• Adhere to the company's safety programs and policies and assist others with compliance.
• Assist the Project team in building client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
• Assist the Project Management team execute prime contracts, downstream contracts, and change orders.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
• Assist with jobsite set-up activities, including mobilization and demobilization.
• Assist with securing applicable project permits.
• Coordinate potential bidders' supplier/subcontractor registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project Management team.
• Assist the Project Management team to administer request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and develop detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
• Assist with contract administration including request for information (RFI's), submittals, change management, and claims mitigation for subcontractors and/or client contractors
• Support and assist with project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking.
• Assist with the development of internal and external reports including, project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.
• Participate in project, corporate, and risk review meetings as needed, present as needed, and record and distribute meeting minutes.
• Conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.
• Assist with the Prime Contract, subcontractor, and supplier invoicing process.
• Establish and administer project documentation and filing systems.
• Assist with the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty administration and project closeout.
• Assist with applicable onboarding of craft/field supervision.
• Analyze and report composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
• Assist with staffing on projects.
• Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
• Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
• Uphold craft competency and training standards.
• Assist with estimating, forecasting, and managing craft install unit rates.
• Assist with managing earned value, schedule, change management and cost metrics.
• Coordinate construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
  Bachelor Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field Required or
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement Required
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Knowledge of document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to meet company's driving requirements.
  Chart your own course and change the world - with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We're looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It's those kinds of people who've helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, architecture and construction solutions. Today, we're a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as a Global Leader within T&D Construction.