Project Manager - Transmission Foundations

Tri State Drilling; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

Job summary

Tri State Drilling is seeking a Project Manager for Transmission Foundations in Plymouth, MN. You will lead drilling projects from bid to closeout, manage budgets, schedules, safety programs, and client relations to ensure safe, high quality, on-time delivery while maximizing profitability.

The role requires strong communication, coordination with engineers and vendors, travel to sites (25–50%), and proficiency with tools like HCSS and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field.
• Prior experience managing deep foundation, transmission, substation or related civil construction projects.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills (e.g., HCSS, Microsoft office suite, Revu Bluebeam).
• Familiarity with interpreting construction drawings, geotechnical reports, and specifications.
• Combination of office and fieldwork.
• Travel required to project sites and client meeting, estimated at 25-50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of projects from estimating, planning, execution and closeout.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, and execution plans in collaboration with field leadership to deliver safe, high-quality, and profitable results.
• Prepare accurate estimates, bids, proposals, and project budgets by analyzing plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Manage project financial performance through cost tracking, forecasting, budget reviews, and profitability improvement strategies.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Administer project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, contracts, and turnover packages.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing proactive communication, project updates, and solutions.
• Identify and proactively address project risks, challenges, and opportunities to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Promote a safety-first culture while ensuring compliance with company standards, OSHA requirements, and project specifications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Negotiation

MS Office

Education

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

Tools

HCSS

Bluebeam Revu

MS Office

Job description

Project Manager - Transmission Foundations

Plymouth, MN

Opportunity Details

Full Time Project Manager - Transmission Foundations

The Project Manager serves as both a financial and operational leader for drilled shaft construction projects. This position is responsible for independently managing projects from bid through closeout, including project planning, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, execution, client management, and financial performance.

This position reports to the Division VP, based onsite at our Plymouth, MN office. Rremote opportunities across the United States will be considered for highly qualified candidates with industry experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other responsibilities as necessary.

• Lead all phases of projects from estimating, planning, execution and closeout.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, and execution plans in collaboration with field leadership to deliver safe, high-quality, and profitable results.
• Prepare accurate estimates, bids, proposals, and project budgets by analyzing plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Manage project financial performance through cost tracking, forecasting, budget reviews, and profitability improvement strategies.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Administer project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, contracts, and turnover packages.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing proactive communication, project updates, and solutions.
• Identify and proactively address project risks, challenges, and opportunities to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Promote a safety-first culture while ensuring compliance with company standards, OSHA requirements, and project specifications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field.
• Prior experience managing deep foundation, transmission, substation or related civil construction projects.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills (e.g., HCSS, Microsoft office suite, Revu Bluebeam).
• Familiarity with interpreting construction drawings, geotechnical reports, and specifications.
• Combination of office and fieldwork.
• Travel required to project sites and client meeting, estimated at 25-50%.

Pay and Benefits

Tri-State Drilling offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including but not limited to the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance
• HSA with company contribution

The expected pay range for this position is $90,000 - $160,000 with eligibility for performance-based bonuses. Offers are based on various factors, including skill set, qualifications, experience, location, and other job-related reasons.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.

Tri-State Drilling is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.