Lead Engineer / Project Manager (Electrical)

Traylor Construction Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Michigan is seeking a Lead Engineer / Project Manager (Electrical) to manage project operations, ensuring goals are met on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years in heavy civil construction, proficiency in project management, and a thorough understanding of applicable electrical codes. This role emphasizes leadership, coordination, and the ability to solve complex problems. Full-time position located in Sault Ste Marie, offering opportunities for growth and relocation as needed.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of heavy civil construction experience required.
• Design, project management, and supervisory experience required.
• General understanding of electrical codes required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the project.
• Plan and coordinate project activities to meet objectives.
• Direct and coordinate project personnel.
• Prepare project reports for management and clients.
• Provide technical advice to project personnel.
• Coordinate activities with joint venture partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Lead Engineer / Project Manager (Electrical) opportunity with Traylor Bros., Inc.

Traylor Bros., Inc. (TBI) NationalHeavy Civil division provides comprehensive, cutting-edge heavy civil/underground construction services through traditional and non-traditional delivery methods. TBI has completed more than 135 complex bridge construction and rehabilitation projects across the nation, including world record cable-stayed structures and segmental bridges. The group also has a history of providing some of the country’s largest port authorities and the maritime industry with the construction of deep water container piers, wharf facilities, transit terminals, locks, and dams.

What makes us different?

Our Mission is to excel at constructing complex infrastructure safer, better, and faster by engaging our team members' entrepreneurial and innovative spirit and providing limitless opportunity for personal and professional growth in a close-knit and collaborative organization.

Our Core Values:

• Safety. We are committed to providing a safe work environment. This is always our priority.
• People. Our talented team is our greatest asset. We provide opportunity, reward performance, and support a positive and balanced work environment.
• Innovation. We have the ability to engineer creative solutions to overcome any obstacle.
• Ethics. We are honest and ethical in all our business dealings.
• Communication. We encourage open and honest communication throughout our organization.
• Community. We add value to our industry and the communities in which we work.

Position Summary:

Manages daily operations, including the staff. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and budget parameters by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing the project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources.
• Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
• Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure the project progresses on schedule and within the prescribed budget.
• Interface all on-site departments as required to resolve problems, ensure quality of construction, etc. in support of the overall project schedule.
• Prepares project reports for management, client, or others.
• Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
• Coordinates project activities with Traylor personnel and joint venture partners.
• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the project, including safety, performance, budget, scheduling, equipment management and quality.
• Leads the project team.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by division and corporate management. Travel as required to attend, but not limited to, meetings, site visits, training, etc. Ability to relocate as needed.

Skills and Abilities

• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on a team
• Leadership ability
• Organizational skills
• Mathematical skills
• Technical skills

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 8 years of heavy civil construction experience required. Electrical-related field preferred.
• Design, project management and supervisory experience required.
• General understanding of all applicable electrical codes.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Location: Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, United States. Position Type: Full-Time/Regular.