Jr. Project Manager

Job Details

Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Has full understanding of underground construction operations including equipment used, labor skills, safe digging operations, OSHA requirements, etc.

- Communicates with utility customers; has presentation and problem-solving skills to be always customer centric

- Manages the ordering of supplies, equipment, and materials for projects

- Creates and manages the project plans, schedules, objectives, procedures, and performance standards within the boundaries of the company’s mission, values, and policies

- Responsible for the financial health of project managing; cost and profit of an entire project

- Basic understanding of estimating and bidding projects

- Ability to create and provide required reports to upper management

- Communicates regularly with support staff including, but not limited to, Human Resource, Recruiting, Fleet, Accounting, etc.

- Ability to support a fast paced, demanding work schedule; schedule could include early mornings, evenings, weekends, etc.

- Performs other position duties when requested

Success Factors

- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

- Able to manage multiple projects

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Accurate and precise attention to detail

- A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills

- Leadership skills- ability to lead a team of internal and subcontracting crews

- A high level of customer centricity

- Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members

- Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Exceptional Critical Thinking skills

- Detail Oriented- a high level of attention to detail is required

- Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions

- In-depth understanding of the construction industry

- Self-motivated, goal- oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals

- Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented

- Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project and experience with Project Management software preferred

- Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience And Education

- High school diploma or equivalent desired

- Bachelor’s degree in construction preferred

- 0-2 years’ experience as a project manager or in a similar position in utility management

- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications

- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s 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.