Project Leader 1 - Aldie, VA
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The Project Manager I is responsible for the overall administration, organization and implementation of small electrical construction projects or parts of larger more complex project.Responsible for:* Assisting the project Superintendent in the preparation of project documentation requirements, project layout, and field office support.* Developing a resource loaded CPM schedule with time scale logic in Primavera scheduling software.* Coordinating and running a project kick-off meeting (PKOM).* Forecasting cash flow and manpower needs for projects.* Reading and interpreting blue prints and project specifications.* Working with the project Superintendent to develop a budget and cost codes for a project and assigning costs and manpower to the schedule for foreman level tracking.* Researching and compiling submittals, pricing change orders and preparing estimates for designed projects by finishing the design and preparing a complete project estimate.* Meeting with potential customers to present proposals.* Understanding and following bid procedures and bid forms.* Conferring with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.* Coordinating the acquisition of major materials, monitoring tool and equipment requirements with the project Superintendent and the warehouse.* Acquiring all required permits and licenses for projects and ensuring all inspections are handled correctly and in a timely manner.* Overall financial management of the project (s).* Responsible to keep the profitability at and/above budget.* Expediting all change orders.* Assuring a timely completion of a project including the completion of punch-list items, the submittal of accurate as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and the completion of all training and other administrative requirements.* Monitoring project progress, preparing monthly reports analyzing the accuracy of the budget, schedule, cash flow and manpower forecasts.* Identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures, quality improvement and incorporating best practices.* Ensuring KPR's are complete and all information is accurate.* Developing a detailed equipment plan.* Ensuring all safety regulations are adhered to.* Reviewing contracts and customer negotiations.Requirements:* Supervise Construction Project Managers and perform PM duties on construction projects.* Maintain operational and administrative control for construction projects out of the Charleston SC office.* Extensive Project Management experience managing teams and monitoring multiple projects at any given time.* 7-9 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management preferably from an ABET accredited program or 5-7 years of experience with a Master's degree* Experienced in up-front project involvement with engineering firms, the client, and General Contractors.* Proven track record of successful projects.* Has Managed diverse groups on projects that involve multi-discipline knowledge for example; Fire Alarm, Communications, Security, AV, Power, and Instrumentation.* Prepares status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to the business requirements.* A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.* Typically reports to top management.* Strong verbal and written communication skills.* Can direct cross function teams to reach mutual agreement to meet business objectives.* Able to work in a diverse environment, with personnel having a range of backgrounds.* Strong analytical thinking to evaluate options and directions.* Strong leadership and coaching skills.* Can facilitate change and communicate effectively.* Able to think abstractly, in both short and long term planning.Abilities:* Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.* Sitting for extended periods of time.* Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.* Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.* Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.* Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.* Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.* Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.* Identify and understand the speech of another person.