Project Manager #1057037

FastTek Global; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental (employer pays majority)

Vision

Personal Time Off (PTO) Program

Long-Term Disability (100% paid)

Life Insurance (100% paid)

401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% salary match

Job summary

FastTek Global in Novi, Michigan is seeking a Project Manager to manage multiple electric system capital improvement projects. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, develop detailed project schedules, and control project costs. A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, along with at least six years of experience in project management within the electric utility industry, is essential. The position includes benefits like medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in project/construction management in electric utility industry.
• Experience in transmission electric system capital projects preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project teams for high-priority projects.
• Develop detailed project schedules and track progress.
• Control project costs and review contractor quotes.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field

PMP certification from PMI preferred

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Job description

Novi, Michigan – Project Manager (#1057037)

Manages multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects from initiation through completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and coordinate cross‑functional project teams for high‑priority projects.
• Lead teams to achieve project objectives on time, within scope and budget.
• Develop detailed baseline project schedules, identify critical paths and milestones.
• Track and update construction dates monthly in the project schedule.
• Monitor progress and identify at‑risk activities to mitigate schedule delays.
• Facilitate project meetings (status, coordination, scheduling, lessons learned).
• Serve as escalation point for project issues, risks and change requests.
• Resolve issues, escalating concerns to leadership as required.
• Control project costs via monthly cash flow projections, comparing actual vs. committed costs and identifying variances.
• Review construction contractor quotes, issue PO requisitions, approve change orders and invoices.
• Communicate project status, issues and risks to leadership and stakeholders effectively.
• Collaborate with personnel across the company to meet project objectives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in project and/or construction management in the electric utility industry (or equivalent).
• Transmission electric system capital project experience strongly preferred.
• Or, minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility construction or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, direct and motivate a cross‑functional team.
• PMP certification from PMI preferred.
• Experience creating project schedules using Primavera, Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Experience identifying alternative solutions and conducting risk assessments.
• Experience coordinating and negotiating with external vendors or third parties.
• Familiarity with electric utility construction processes, substation and line equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Required to travel on short notice.
• Works independently with minimal supervision in a team environment.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental (employer pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long‑Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% salary match