Senior Project Manager, Energy Solutions

Prime Electric; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k Program

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Prime Electric is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead increasingly complex electrical/solar construction projects from initiation to closure. You will prioritize safety, quality, budget, and timely delivery while coordinating with field leadership and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include procurement collaboration, SOV and invoicing oversight, and maintaining strong client relationships. A Bachelor’s in construction management or related field and 7–10 years of relevant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field and 7–10 years electrical/solar project management experience.
• Strong understanding of cost, scheduling, estimating and engineering principles and techniques.
• Proficiency with project management tools, preferably Accubid Estimating.
• Knowledge of integrated job cost systems, budgeting, report evaluations, and final costing.
• Proficiency building critical path schedules and understanding sequencing across disciplines.
• Experience with design-build delivery models is highly preferred.
• Ability to evaluate cost at completion and negotiate change orders.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on work procurement and identify new project opportunities.
• Lead the project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring safety, budget adherence, high-quality standards, and timely delivery.
• Oversee project financial activities including SOV preparation, invoicing, collections, etc.
• Communicate clear expectations to team members and stakeholders.
• Proactively resolve issues and manage project scope with change orders.
• Maintain a physical presence onsite and visit jobsites regularly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Negotiation

Scheduling

Budgeting

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Electrical/solar project management experience

Tools

Accubid Estimating

Job description

Who We Are

At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging are foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.

Recognized as one ofSilicon Valley's Best Places to Work!

Position Summary:

As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the successful execution of increasingly complex small to medium-scale construction projects. Operating with minimal supervision, you will be responsible for project planning, management direction, achieving project completion, ensuring customer satisfaction and delivering a positive financial outcome.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate on work procurement and engage in business development activities to identify new project opportunities.
• Lead the entire project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring safety, budget adherence, high-quality standards, and timely delivery.
• Oversee project financial activities (SOV preparation, invoicing, collections, etc.) Take ownership of project results and work closely with all stakeholders to define project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, budget, and timeline.
• Communicate clear expectations to team members and stakeholders, serving as a mediator between them.
• Proactively resolve issues and address problems throughout project life cycle.
• Effectively manage project scope by documenting and obtaining approvals for any changes via change order forms.
• Work closely with field leadership.
• Lead, coach, and motivate project team members proactively to foster a high-performance work environment.
• Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices. Lead project safety efforts, promote a safe worksite at all times.
• Maintain a physical presence onsite and regularly visit jobsites to oversee progress and provide assistance to the project management team as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You Will Need to be Successful

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field (architecture, engineering, etc.), and seven to ten years electrical/solar project management experience or relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and/or field experience.
• Strong understanding of construction cost, scheduling, estimating and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting practices.
• Proficiency in electrical estimating, including preparing and presenting job change orders, evaluating estimates, and contributing to new estimates.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software packages. Experience with project management tools and software packages, with a preference for familiarity with Accubid Estimating systems.
• Knowledge of and experience with integrated job cost systems, budgeting, report evaluations, and final costing.
• Proficiency building critical path schedules for projects and understanding construction sequencing across all disciplines.
• Experience with design-build delivery models is highly preferred.
• Ability to actively engage in the construction process and accurately evaluate final "cost at completion" on a regular basis.
• Effective identification and quantification of project impacts, along with sound negotiation skills with customers for change orders.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing people and teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to changing environments and priorities.
• Skill in eliciting cooperation from senior management and cross-functional departments.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work environment.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

$160,000 - $210,000 a year

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May supervise or coordinate the work of others who assist in specific assignments
• May directly supervise project staff

Special Requirements/Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in an office setting with minimal health or safety hazards. Noise level and temperature is moderate. Minimal lifting or climbing. This position is expected to be fully in-person, onsite, with some travel not limited to, other offices, work sites and local business errands.

When performing project services in the field:

Work is primarily performed in an outdoor field setting with occasional exposure to health or safety hazards such as, but not limited to, electrical hazards, water hazards, hazardous terrain, inclement weather conditions, traffic and loud noises. Occasional climbing and/or lifting, up to 30 lbs. Travel required to work sites. Frequent use of personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, gloves, safety vests, hard hats and steel-toed boots).

Communication Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as submittals, operations manuals and project schedules. Ability to write routine correspondence such as letters and memos. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to internal and/or external clients of the firm. Communicate clearly and effectively with project managers, team members, and stakeholders to support project execution.

Reasoning Ability and/or Critical Thinking:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruction. Constructive thinking and alternative short- to long-term solutions must be considered. Action plans must be developed and implemented. Capacity to identify issues, propose solutions, and elevate matters as needed. Accurate documentation, record-keeping, and thorough review of project materials. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and contribute to project success.

Our Benefits

-100% coveragefor Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, withno premium cost to the employee

-401k Program w/ Direct Benefit

-100% Employer-paid Life Insurance

-Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program

-Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit

-Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

*PRIME Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. PRIME hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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