BESS Project Manager

Irby Construction Company; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Irby Construction Company is seeking a BESS Project Manager to drive project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and leadership across sites in Austin, surrounding regions, and Georgia. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and coordination with PMs, Superintendents, and field teams.

The ideal candidate brings an electrical background, strong communication, and Primavera P6 proficiency to ensure projects meet timelines and budgets in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large construction projects from planning to closeout.
• Electrical background preferred.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overseeing the construction project from start to finish.
• Support project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Participate in all meetings including pre-construction and close-out.
• Ensure activities move according to schedule with baseline schedules.
• Develop daily work plans and handle change requests.
• Track project costs, billings, and schedules.
• Maintain safety compliance and training reporting.
• Manage time tracking, tool inventory, and equipment usage.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Team coordination

Travel willingness

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About This Role

A BESS Project Manager at Irby Construction Company is responsible for assisting with overall project planning and scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting and controls, and providing technical direction while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The responsibilities for this role span a broad spectrum, covering all areas of project management, including project planning, contract administration, and cost, time, quality, and safety management. The goal is to complete the project on time and within budget. Work locations will be in Austin, surrounding regions, and Georgia.

What You'll Do

• Assist with overseeing the construction project from start to finish.
• Play a key role in project planning, managing project budgets, and identifying resources needed.
• Participate in all meetings, including pre‑construction, weekly customer, close‑out, and lessons learned meetings.
• Ensure that construction activities move according to schedule. Work directly with PM/Superintendent/General Foreman to establish baseline schedules.
• Develop daily work plans, make revisions as needed, and assemble any change requests.
• Track project costs, billings, and schedules.
• Evaluate cost versus profit.
• Understand and facilitate all safety and compliance requirements and schedule necessary training prior to the start of the project. Oversee reporting and corrective action for safety incidents and ensure strict adherence to proper procedures.
• Maintain proper administration for employee time tracking. Review for accuracy before submitting.
• Maintain processes for tool allocation, inventory, and repairs.
• Closely monitor and track all equipment usage, including rental, owned, and truck use.

What You'll Bring

• Communicate effectively with the Superintendents responsible for completing various phases of the project.
• Electrical background preferred.
• Primavera P6 experience preferred.
• Microsoft Excel experience.
• Reliable, customer‑oriented, and willing to be part of a construction team.
• Ability to effectively solve problems and conflicts.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and provide leadership in the execution of complex construction projects and organize a team effort.
• Ability to delegate and manage multiple operations effectively.
• Ability to assess the operational effectiveness of contractors.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical materials accurately and effectively.
• Effective in making objective decisions.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate analytical skills.
• Effective time management and logical decision‑making ability.
• Willingness to travel extensively across construction sites.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability in managing employees.

What You'll Get

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.