MEP Project Manager Commercial & Institutional Construction / Retrofit

Powersecure-Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

Matching 401(k) plan

Vacation, holidays, PTO

FSAs/HSAs

Wellness Incentive Programs

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

PowerSecure is seeking a seasoned MEP Project Manager to oversee commercial and institutional retrofit and construction projects. You will manage budgets, schedules, safety, and quality across large or multiple scopes, coordinating subcontractors and field teams to meet deadlines and client expectations.

The role requires strong leadership, 7+ years in government contracts, PMP preferred, and proficiency in MS Office; OSHA 30 and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7+ years of government contract management experience.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of project management in commercial or industrial construction.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project).
• OSHA 30 certification; training arranged if not held.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
• Create, maintain, and follow construction schedules with assigned personnel.
• Ensure compliance with local laws for landfills, carting, codes and permitting.
• Maintain safety practices and productive work on site.
• Manage multiple energy efficiency projects concurrently.
• Deliver performance evaluations and coach project personnel.
• Maintain clear communications with clients, executives, subcontractors, and engineers.
• Oversee subcontractors per contract and manage on-site operations.
• Maintain clean, safe work sites and proper waste disposal.
• Develop and maintain project risk plans and QA requirements.

Skills

PM leadership

7+ years government contracts

PMP certification

Microsoft Office

OSHA 30

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

MEP Project Manager Commercial & Institutional Construction / Retrofit

The Project Manager is responsible for effectively overseeing and managing the construction of one large and/or multiple smaller scale projects. Projects may be mechanical or multi-disciplined projects in accordance with the established construction budget to ensure customer satisfaction and manage the quality of installation. He/she is responsible for managing the handling of material and labor to ensure timely and smooth-running project(s). He/she is responsible to assist in the training Project Supervisors, Project Foremen and Technicians and to set an example of excellence in work and attitude that will favorably affect all personnel on the project.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills):

• Minimum of a High school diploma or GED is required.
• 7+ years of managing government contracts.
• PMP certification (preferred).
• Minimum of 6 years of project management experience in commercial or industrial construction.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, etc.).
• OSHA 30 (if you do not have a valid certification, we will make arrangements for you to obtain the required training).

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
• Create, maintain, and follow a construction schedule assigning appropriate personnel to complete the project on schedule and within budget.
• Determine and advise as appropriate on all local laws concerning items such as landfills, carting companies, local mechanical codes and permitting.
• Ensure safety practices are followed and the work is performed in a safe productive manner.
• Possess the ability to efficiently manage multiple energy efficiency projects concurrently.
• Prepare and deliver performance evaluations for project foremen and technicians; when appropriate, discipline, train, and/or counsel assigned personnel.
• Maintain effective communications at all levels; to include internal and external resources. This will include timely updates to clients, PowerSecure Executives, sub-contractors, agents of code enforcement/permitting, engineers, architects, and employees across various trades.
• Manage subcontractors per contractually requirements, both internally and onsite.
• Manage a clean and safe work site; cleaning construction areas at the end of the day, proper recycling procedures, and waste disposal in accordance with local ordinances.
• Walk project sites before starting installation to identify any specialized equipment required and account for work scheduled accordingly.
• Verify the correctness and quality of the work being performed, ensure it fulfills or exceeds customer expectations.
• Accurately monitor, track, and maintain records/reporting of all materials utilized and remaining.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure deliverables are executed in a timely manner.
• Must be prepared to procure storage facilities for project materials and equipment.
• Create and Maintain Project Risk Plans
• Oversee Project Quality Assurance Requirements.
• Typical project value is 100K to 5M

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Climbing (ladders), kneeling, reaching, balancing, lifting (up to 40 pounds regularly), working
  overhead.
• May be required to stand for extended periods of time and negotiate uneven terrain.
• Environment can vary greatly including indoors and outdoors in various climates including conditioned and unconditioned spaces.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time, based on business needs.

About Us

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers.

Join Our Power Team!

We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan
• Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO – personal and sick days)
• Flexible spending accounts / Health savings account
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

PowerSecure is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law. This position is not open to third parties

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