ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER JOB POSTING

Willingness to Learn and Grow * Loyalty * Leadership * Expectation of Excellence * Professionalism
Are you looking for a chance to grow a business in the Salt Lake area? Are you a strong leader who is looking for autonomy in a well-supported position? Join us.
Rooted in family values since 1978, we’ve grown into a dynamic, multi-state operation with teams across Idaho and Utah. Driven by integrity and fueled by hard work, we take pride in building lasting relationships and delivering excellence in everything we do.
Rocky Mountain Electric (RME) is seeking a Project Manager in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Project Manager plans, budgets, documents and oversees all aspects of assigned project(s). Project Managers may work closely with management at all levels in the organization to make sure that the scope and direction of each project is on schedule and budget.

The ideal candidate has

• 7-10 years electrical leadership experience
• Proven leadership qualities: excellent communication skills, good judgment, integrity, experience building teams and a positive company culture
• Exceptional organizational skills
• A commitment to safety

Benefits: 401K with employer match, medical (PPO and HSA), dental & orthodontia, vision, life, short term and long term disability, EAP, paid time off, paid training, advancement opportunities.
Pay: $90,000-$120,000 with consideration given for experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering is highly desired.
• 7-10 years experience in leadership/PM in electrical industry.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Vista or Sage is a plus.
• Keen attention to detail, a high level of organizational skills, and ability to handle complex responsibilities.
• Strong problem resolution skills.
• Understand the principles and methods of cost accounting, contracts, safety, project management, procurement, negotiating, design, applicable codes and regulations.
• Ability to schedule projects and identify critical needs and manage budgets.
• Ability to read blueprints and construction documents.
• Ability to negotiate terms and conditions.
• In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-performed work.

• Successfully manage a project from start to completion.
• Responsible for performing, coordinating, and/or overseeing daily project management activities during procurement, design, construction, and close-out phase.
• Perform site inspections and document progress.
• Analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and other contract documents to determine the overall project scope and project requirements.
• Review bid requirements for projects ensuring all aspects of the project are documented and accounted for.
• Oversee the coordination and success of the assigned project and staff while providing a safe work environment.
• Negotiate and write subcontractors purchase orders.
• Develop, maintain, and distribute detailed project schedules.
• Identify, manage, and maintain relationships with subcontractors, ensuring bids are completed in a timely manner, thoroughly, and accurately.
• Develop and sustain working relationships with clients through direct communication.
• Identify and understand bidding documents.
• Identify and submit required project documentation and notify other departments.
• Monitor job progress, especially regarding scope of work, job cost (budget vs actual), and project document plans.
• Must have estimating knowledge and be familiar with estimating software.
• Have knowledge of National Electric Code.
• Able to effectively estimate and track change orders.
• Participate in interviews and interview preparation for negotiated bids.
• Provide alternative solutions as needed, taking into consideration cost, schedule, maintenance, and life cycle cost implications.
• Attend and represent RME in all design and coordination meetings. On some projects may lead these meetings.
• Maintain an action log for outstanding items and assign responsibility for such action items. Maintains scope issues log and compile pricing (with assistance from Pre-Construction Manager as needed).
• Prepare or oversee preparation of the preconstruction schedule with buy-in from internal departments as it relates to them. Interact with owners and designers to maintain schedule. Keep internal departments informed of schedule changes as it relates to their activities.
• Assist project team in design decisions and development of solutions.
• Track and manage construction budget between formal estimating periods and keep Team abreast of current budget and impact of design decisions.
• Assist in the development and training of staff as needed.
• Build and maintain solid relationships with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to obtain a competitive advantage for RME.
• Attend industry events and represent RME in a professional capacity.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal RME clients.
• Implement all applicable safety programs.