Project Manager
This position can be based out of any of our regional offices or remote.
About ArchKey
ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We're the POWER behind making the improbable possible.
We're electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We're not just energizing infrastructure, we're energizing careers, communities, and the future.
Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it's an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.
About the position
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible to manage multiple projects of varying sizes and complexities from start to finish, including proposals, bids, project design, quality control, job scheduling, problem resolution, job completion, coordination, communication, client satisfaction activities and other related duties. The Project Manager assists or manages job estimating, project budgets, projections and contracts, job solicitation and project negotiations, and may also be responsible for training, mentoring, and providing work direction to other project team members.
Our Ideal Candidate
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Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
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Is detail oriented and has strong organizational skills.
Has strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
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Day in the life
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Directs all phases and activities of each project to achieve high quality and productivity in the work performed. This includes project plans, quotations, bidding, budgeting, monitoring projections, equipment, scheduling testing procedures and establishing goals and standards of performance. Ensures all plans and specifications clearly and accurately identify project scope and milestones and are shared professionally with all appropriate parties. Ensures all jobs or contracts are fulfilled to the customer's satisfaction and the Company earns a fair profit.
- Prepares and manages timely and accurate project documents and status reports, estimates, projections, material release schedules, client information, project schedules, purchase orders, monthly invoices, payments, closeout documents, warranties, drawings, maintenance manuals, final billings, change orders, cost codes and other documentation to support construction project work. Maintains and manages submittal logs. Provides staffing and account management support, customer service and new business development as needed.
- Documents methods of procedure (MOPs), and ensures all field personnel have the current materials, tools, plans, schedules, and directions needed for their work, and that all changes in budget and scope of work are communicated appropriately, and/or all design staff have what they need for their work including data, submittals, etc. Establishes clearly defined duties and objectives to achieve required test results.
- Secures subcontractors utilizing standard subcontract agreements binding them to terms like Company contract requirements, thereby assigning the appropriate risk. Obtains permits as needed. Procures materials in a proactive and coordinated manner, negotiates with vendors and distributors on availability and pricing of materials, completion of quotes and other necessary procedure details. Ensures all plans and documents are maintained in the appropriate systems.
- Conducts job start up meetings with field operations leaders and others to transfer documentation, schedules, and other information. Regularly attends project update meetings to stay current on job scope, schedules, administrative needs, and market conditions. Provides day-to-day direction to project foreman or superintendent, and/or design staff as needed to monitor productivity goals and build teamwork.
- Partners with project foreman and all project team members to conduct jobsite inspections and job safety audits and assure accurate scope, placement and conformance with the contract documents and the Company's project quality assurance and safety standards. Stays informed of new electrical and safety codes, materials, technologies, techniques, and practices. Ensures all safety programs and OSHA requirements are followed.
- For Project Manager-BIM or Design roles, this position may provide oversight on all phases of BIM and/or building design and construction.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering, project management, business administration, construction management or a related field.
- Minimum 3-5 years of project management experience. Solid project management training and skills. Thorough understanding of the project life cycle.
- Minimum 2+ years project management work experience in Line construction (electrical distribution/substation construction) may be required for some divisions or business groups.
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in a designer role may be required for some divisions or business groups.
- Experience and proficiency using construction software tools (e.g., Procore, Accubid, Revit, CAD, SKM, AGI, Navisworks and/or BIM systems may be required for some divisions or business groups. Trained and proficient in estimating techniques, negotiating, budgeting, costing, contracting, scheduling, pricing, and common code requirements.
- Knowledge of and proficiency with project management tools and techniques, construction methods and materials, estimating, costing, power, lighting, systems design and general industry safety standards, procedures, and OSHA regulations. Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, blueprints, and specifications. Excellent financial, analytical, and mathematical skills.
Travel
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Occasional travel may be required
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.