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About the Role
The Project Manager (PM) oversees all phases of underground conduit utility projects — including planning, scheduling, budgeting, execution, and closeout — ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within scope, and on budget. The PM serves as the primary liaison between field operations, clients, subcontractors, and internal departments.
Responsibilities
- Project Planning & Coordination
- Review project scope, specifications, and drawings to develop work plans and schedules.
- Coordinate pre-construction meetings and establish communication channels with clients and field teams.
- Prepare submittals, RFI’s, and job-specific documentation.
- Develop project budgets, cost codes, and manpower plans.
- Financial Management
- Monitor budgets, cost tracking, and billing schedules to ensure profitability.
- Review and approve invoices, purchase orders, and subcontractor payments.
- Identify potential change orders and manage cost adjustments.
- Prepare monthly cost-to-complete and financial status reports.
- Field Operations Oversight
- Support and communicate with Superintendents and Foremen to ensure daily operations align with project goals.
- Monitor job progress, production rates, and adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Coordinate materials, equipment, and manpower to avoid delays.
- Conduct regular site visits and resolve field issues promptly.
- Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, engineers, and inspectors.
- Lead progress meetings and provide regular updates on project milestones.
- Manage relationships with utility companies, municipalities, and permitting agencies.
- Safety & Compliance
- Ensure all work complies with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards.
- Participate in safety meetings and jobsite inspections.
- Support the Safety Department with incident investigations and corrective actions.
- Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate project documentation — daily reports, as-builts, change orders, and closeout packages.
- Ensure all permits, licenses, and inspections are properly obtained and filed.
- Provide end-of-project reviews and lessons learned summaries.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of project management experience in underground utilities, conduit, or electrical infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of underground construction methods, electrical conduit systems, and utility coordination.
- Proficient in project management software.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to job sites as needed.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in project management software.
Featured benefits
Medical insurance, 401(k), Dental insurance, Vision insurance
Requirements added by the job poster
• Authorized to work in the United States
