Job Description

Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, 5 Star Electric and Superior Pipeline Services.

Position Title: Project Manager

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

We are seeking a detail-oriented, thorough, and organized Project Manager to join our growing team. In this position, you will be responsible for the management of projects and teams across multiple jobs providing services to customers. Ensure project is completed according to mutually agreed upon timeline of customers and Peak Utility Services Group policies and procedures.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Program Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and maintain the program's strategic objectives and plans, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals.
• Define program scope, objectives, and deliverables, and create a comprehensive program management plan.
• Oversee and supervise construction project progress and provide reports on timeline, progress, and adjustments
• Attend Customer deployments meetings to provide customers with comprehensive job status reports.

Stakeholder Management:

• Identify and engage key stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior management and executives.

Project Management:

• Lead and oversee project managers and teams, providing guidance and support.
• Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and mitigate risks to ensure successful project delivery.
• Compile and plan budgets, cost estimates, and other financial estimates
• Coordinate, plan, and manage schedules for contractors and subcontractors
• Develop construction project with operations, engineers, and craft workers
• Order and manage materials and equipment
• Provide internal reporting and projections for inventory
• Ensure all legal requirements, building and safety codes, safety inspections, city guidelines, and local and state regulations are met
• Perform the tasks of a cost estimator
• Ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget
• Review bid documents, site conditions, plans and specifications; prepare takeoffs; obtain subcontractor and material quotes; seek potential cost savings; develop pricing for proposed work; review bids and collaborate on final bid adjustments; and submit bids to owners
• Ensure accurate and complete files are maintained for projects and appropriate close-out documents.
• Develop and maintain relationships and collaborate with engineers, owners, municipalities, clients, subcontractor, and co-workers
• Prepare and schedule turn over meetings and documents to ensure that operations teams understand the entire scopes of work, budgets, productions and scheduled prior to the start of project.

Resource Management:

• Allocate and manage resources, including budgets, personnel, and equipment, to meet program and project goals.
• Optimize resource allocation for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and manage risks and issues within the program.
• Develop risk mitigation and contingency plans to minimize disruptions.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that projects meet defined quality standards and adhere to best practices.
• Establish quality control processes and conduct regular quality assessments.

Performance Metrics and Reporting:

• Define and track program and project key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide regular reports to senior management and stakeholders on program progress, status, and issues.
• Change Management:
• Implement change management strategies to facilitate the adoption of program and project deliverables.
• Address resistance to change and ensure smooth transitions.

Compliance and Governance:

• Ensure that projects adhere to organizational policies, industry regulations, and best practices.
• Maintain program governance and compliance with applicable standards.

Success Factors:

• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Able to manage a team of employees and multiple projects
• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Goal-oriented and organized leadership
• Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• In-depth understanding of the construction industry
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project and experience with Project Management software preferred
• Organized and able to create multiple timelines, budgets, and schedules

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent desired
• Bachelors Degree (B.A) with two to three years related experience and/or training.
• Experience working with underground utilities desired
• PMP Certification Preferred
• Three years (3) experience as a project manager or in a similar position in utility management

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Drivers License is required within two weeks of employment.
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Notes:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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