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Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Project Manager

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePiketon, OH, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5–7 years of project management experience in high-voltage electric transmission and distribution, commercial or industrial electrical construction, or a related field.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work effectively.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, switch directions as needed, and adapt.
  • A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field is required.
  • Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screenings.

Responsibilities

  • Lead preparation and manage the projected budget for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors procured on the project.
  • Ensure project costs stay within the forecasted budget range and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
  • Develop and manage the project Schedule of Values, update it based on production, prepare billing packages, and submit them to the customer.
  • Assist in pre-construction efforts, including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning.
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress updates for construction activities.
  • Provide project cost forecasting, develop monthly cost-to-complete estimates, and ensure accurate reporting.
  • Develop, submit, track, and maintain project submittals and requests for information.
  • Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce costs while maintaining productivity.
  • Manage invoicing or payment applications for completed scope.
  • Create, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules covering all aspects of the project scope.
  • Monitor the quality of weekly labor and equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting.
  • Prepare, review, and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Work with legal to oversee contracts, protect the company’s interests, and maintain good relationships.
  • Ensure contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.
  • Prepare and manage subcontracts, vendors, and associated documentation.
  • Maintain comprehensive electronic and printed working-document files in accordance with document-control practices.
  • Generate and review daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress reports for construction activities.
  • Present project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
  • Lead meetings with supervisory personnel, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
  • Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.
  • Identify and fulfill stakeholders’ reporting requirements promptly and accurately.
  • Develop and oversee project material trackers based on customer bills of materials, drawings, and scope; maintain them based on inventories, production, shortages, and damages.
  • Monitor and control construction in communication with the superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
  • Execute corrective actions to address delays, adverse weather conditions, or emergencies.
  • Ensure productivity, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
  • Mentor and guide assistant project managers and project coordinators, providing training and development opportunities.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
  • Lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings as required.
  • Support and prepare for staffing adjustments in anticipation of upcoming and recently completed work.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with project software is preferred.
  • An advanced degree or professional certification, such as PMP, is preferred.

About the Company

Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Quanta Services builds, upgrades and repairs the power lines, substations, pipelines and communications networks that utilities, power producers and large energy users rely on. It runs its own training school, Northwest Lineman College, which prepares workers for electric line work at campuses in several states. Quanta works through regional operating companies that handle engineering, construction, storm restoration and routine upkeep for their customers. Clients pay under long-term master service agreements for ongoing work and under fixed-price or cost-based contracts for large projects. Quanta was founded in 1997 by combining four electrical contractors and is based in Houston, Texas.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1997

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