Project Manager

AC Electric Company; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

AC Electric Company in Fresno, CA seeks an experienced Project Manager to own the full project lifecycle from kickoff to close-out. You will manage schedules, cash flow, and budgets while maintaining strong client relations and leading a multidisciplinary team.

LEAN practices and thorough risk mitigation are essential to deliver projects safely and profitably. The role requires a track record of 5+ years in PM, preferably electrical construction, with the ability to read plans and manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in construction-related field; related experience accepted.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management, ideally electrical construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents including plans and specs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt under time pressure with a positive attitude.
• Strong communication with all levels of staff, vendors, clients and management.
• Applied electrical experience via apprenticeship, college programs or relevant work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the project plan from kickoff to completion and anticipate issues.
• Own the schedule, cash flow and budget for predictable outcomes.
• Own client relationships and foster high client satisfaction.
• Lead the project team, coach members, and coordinate reports.
• Ensure adherence to project processes and LEAN concepts.
• Forecast profit and loss under supervision and manage contract finances.
• Manage procurement, subcontractors, and scope changes with proper pricing.

Skills

Project management

Schedule management

Budget management

Client relations

Team leadership

Lean construction

Risk mitigation

Forecasting

Reading construction docs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Own the project plan from Kick-off Meeting to completion, understanding every aspect of the project needs and staying ahead of issues that can alter project success.
• Own the project schedule, cash flow and budget, ensuring a predictable and successful outcome on each project assigned.
• Own the client relationship, creating a raving fan of each client
• Lead the project team, identify talent, and, coach and develop all team members; direct and in-direct reports.
• Ensures the project processes are rigorously followed.

Additional Job Duties

• Learn and ensure adherence to A-C Electric Company’s standards of quality, safety, and best practices from project turnover to project close-out.
• Lead and direct project teams by staying ahead of each project, anticipating, and mitigating risks, and solving problems.
• Know each project assigned inside and out by reading plans, specifications, and contract to accurately identify milestones, risks and opportunities and develop a successful plan including schedule.
• Seek opportunities to utilize prefabrication and other production, safety, and quality enhancement practices.
• Manage Kick off Meeting, Planning Meeting, and Hand off Meetings on each project assigned.
• Utilize LEAN construction concepts to deliver outstanding project results (Pull Planning, Daily Huddles, SIPs, 5s, Waste Elimination, PDCA)
• Manage Manpower Forecast, TRACK Task creation, review and set up, Mobilization Meeting and Production tracking
• Accurately forecast project profit and loss under the supervision of Senior Project Manager and/or Division Manager.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts (progress billing, rental equipment, income/expenses) to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the client. Ensure costs on each project assigned are allocated properly, and accurately recorded.
• Ensure procurement practices are followed related to materials, subcontracts, and other required construction expenditures.
• Resource forecasting and allocation, working closely with Superintendent and Material/Equipment Coordinator
• Effectively manage subcontractor contracts, work performance and billings.
• Manage project related correspondence and documents through designated document management systems. Review any documentation prepared by Assistant Project Manager, PC or PA before submission.
• Manage scope changes and ensure change orders are priced correctly and processed timely.
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or other related discipline preferred. (Can be a combination of education, training, and other relevant work experience.)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management, preferably in electrical construction with working knowledge of construction management; contracts, project scheduling, bids, take-offs, change orders, equipment, and means and methods required
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents including plan set, specifications and contract.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitudeAbility to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees; management, staff, vendors, clients, and others.
• Applied electrical experience and knowledge through accredited apprenticeship program, college programs, or relevant work experience is a plus.

Pay Range

$90,000 - 195,000. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.

*A-C Electric Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.