Project Manager II

CSS; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CSS is seeking a Project Manager II to lead multiple concurrent medium-to-large electrical construction projects in Spokane. You will own scope, cost, and schedule, manage internal staff and external vendors, and prepare status reports for upper management.

You will drive projects from initiation through closeout, define deliverables, and communicate expectations to Sales, Customers, Suppliers, and Vendors. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in a relevant field is required or preferred.
• Extensive experience directing large-scale projects in electrical construction.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages project development from initiation through closeout.
• Defines scope, goals and deliverables to meet business objectives.
• Develops full-scale project plans and communication artifacts.
• Communicates expectations to team members and stakeholders (Sales, Quotes, Customers, Suppliers, Vendors).
• Builds relationships with customers, contractors, engineers, suppliers and vendors.
• May estimate resources and develop staff for continuous improvement.
• Aligns activities with safety, quality, delivery and cost goals.
• Performs root-cause analysis and implements corrective actions.

Skills

Construction Mgmt

Project Management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

As a Project Manager II, you will manage and oversee all aspects of multiple concurrent medium-to-large electrical construction projectsto ensure they are completed on time and within budget. You will have overall responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and outside vendors. You will prepare reports for upper management regarding status of projects. You will gain exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function while occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages project development from beginning to end, from project initiation through closeout.
• Defines project scope, goals and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develops full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
• Communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders, including Sales, Quotes, Customers, Suppliers, and Vendors.
• Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis, building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, contractors, engineers, suppliers, and key vendors.
• Mayestimate resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
• Maydevelop employees to be self-sufficient in continuous improvement tools.
• Mayfunction as leader for continuous improvement events.
• Mayalign activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Performs root-cause analysis on gaps, identifies waste, and works with leadership to drive sustainable corrective action.
• Drafts and submits budget proposals, recommends subsequent budget changes, while monitoring project costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Sets and manages project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
• Mayidentify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
• Identifies and manages project dependencies, critical path, project risks, scope changes, and contingency plans.
• Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools while coordinating material procurement, tracking, and project execution.
• Tracks project milestones, deliverables, and project documentation utilizing project management software and business systems.
• Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, presentations, and project financial updates.
• Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, devises contingency plans, and prioritizes multiple concurrent projects to meet customer commitments and project deadlines.
• May delegate tasks and responsibilities to personnel.
• May negotiate with other department managers for acquisition of required personnel.
• May determine and assess need for additional staff or consultants and make appropriate staffing adjustments during the project cycle.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in Construction Management, Business, or a related field.
• 3 years required, 5 years preferred of directing work in a large-scale project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution, preferably within electrical distribution, construction, or a related industry.
• Manage changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans.
• Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Proven ability to oversee people and processes to achieve objectives.
• Ability to build strong business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes to provide excellent service to internal and external customers.
• Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills required, including strong human relations skills to supervise and develop assigned employees effectively.
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies and multiple business systems.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.#LI-CP1