Project Manager, Electrical

Matrix NAC; Bean Hill (CT); On-site; USD 86,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Bonus program

Job summary

Matrix NAC in the United States is seeking a Project Manager, Substation and Plant Electrical to direct multiple field projects of moderate risk and complexity. This role coordinates with clients, craft teams, and management to assure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The candidate should have 6+ years of related experience, a 4-year engineering/ construction management degree (or equivalent), PMI PM certification preferred, and strong communication and budgeting abilities with readiness to

Qualifications

• 6+ years of substation & plant electrical project experience with PM/P&L preferred
• 4-year degree in Mechanical, Civil or Industrial Engineering, or Construction Management, or 8 years of related experience without a degree
• PMI Project Management Certification preferred
• Strong understanding of industry practices and their impact on projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of union electrical construction work practices

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate multiple field projects to meet budget, schedule and safety targets
• Represent the company at bid meetings, project meetings and strategy sessions
• Set project objectives, policies and performance standards within corporate guidelines
• Staff key field positions and supervise on-site activities
• Manage project financials, including billings and collections, and maintain client relationships

Skills

Project management

P&L management

Communication

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. in Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Project Manager, Substation and Plant Electrical is primarily responsible for providing overall direction and managing multiple field projects of moderate risk, scope and complexity. This role usually involves multiple craft disciplines; as well as developing new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, groups of Clients or geographical area. Functions within policy and procedural direction from management with minimal oversight.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Initiates and maintains liaison with client to facilitate construction activities, including assessing scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project.
• Represents Company at bid meetings, project meetings, strategy meetings, etc. as applicable to the project.
• Establishes project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy, including constructive input to the estimate for selected projects with a detailed review of related specifications, drawings, and contracting.
• Plans, organizes and staffs key field positions through operational department heads or subordinate Operations Superintendents and General Foremen.
• Supervises and/or monitors through administrative direction of on-site field supervision to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. Investigates potentially serious situations and implements corrective measures as necessary.
• Develops and manages project-level metrics needed to ensure work production for key aspects of the work to ensure completion at or above targeted levels, making operational changes needed to achieve desired performance.
• Tracks and communicates project scope and schedule additions and changes, ensuring proper documentation and approval prior to execution in the field.
• Responsible for profit/loss accountability for projects managed. Manages financial aspects of contracts to protect company's interest and simultaneously maintains good relationship with client. Confirms project billings and collections are current.
• Develops new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, groups of Clients, or geographical area.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• 6+ years job-related substation & plant electrical project experience, prior project management/P&L experience preferred; includes 2+ years supervisory experience.
• 4-year degree in Mechanical, Civil or Industrial Engineering, or Construction Management; or combination of equivalent education and 8 years job-related experience if no degree.
• Project Management Certification from PMI preferred.
• Strong understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes and standards and their impact on project activities.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of union electrical construction workforce norms and work practices.
• Working knowledge of union civil construction work preferred.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize performance.
• Proven track record of bringing projects in on time, on schedule, within budget, and safely.
• Ability to manage occasional heavy workloads with time sensitive deadlines, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting project objectives.
• Demonstrated dependability and self-motivation to work on projects; take initiative to resolve problems; understand resources available and use resources effectively to generate solutions.
• Ability to travel as needed to project sites throughout the assigned operating region, including single day or multi-day trips.

New York law requires pay information in job postings. The typical hiring range for this position in New York is shown below. The pay rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications and prior experience, specific skill set, geographic location, internal equity, and other factors influencing pay. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of this range, and in certain circumstances, may fall outside the listed hiring range.

Full range for this position, available over time: $86,063 to $237,529 per year

In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.