At Baker Electric we are energized by truly living our values - Team Builders, Relentless Follow Through, All-In, and Care for Others. When our team members work together with these things in mind, we do great things both individually and as an organization. Being an employee-owned company shows our drive for sustainable, long-term growth while enhancing the lives of our team members.

SUMMARY: The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome for several projects. With direction from Sr. Project Manager and Project Executive, the Project Manager will prioritize project tasks in partnership with project support staff. The Project Manager must collaborate with internal and external customers daily to ensure successful progression of projects and company reputation. This is an exempt position that is usually an individual contributor and may be temporarily positioned on a project site.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Assumes job duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Project Manager.
Actively manage a project portfolio of assigned electrical construction projects.
Act as lead Project Manager and/or co-Project Manager based on project needs.
Plan and organize a project under the direction of a Project Executive or Division Manager.
Oversee the completion of construction in accordance with the Contract Documents.
Perform contract review and management.
Become the “Company Expert” of all areas of the project’s General and Special Conditions.
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policies.
Prepare a complete estimate for selected project with a detailed review of plans, specifications and bid form.
Maintain a positive cash flow schedule through effective cashflow management.
Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work, schedule and resources necessary to successfully complete a project.
Ensure labor, material, equipment and subcontract budgets of assigned projects are at a minimum achieved.
Produce a complete and accurate bill of material for all major equipment purchases based upon your own review.
Negotiate subcontractor terms and conditions in order to create and issue complete subcontracts to those selected.
Generate subcontracts requisitions and processes vendor invoices for payment; track payment schedule.
Meet with Assistant PM and PE’s daily on their tasks management and offer mentorship and guidance.
Manage preconstruction activities required to commence on-site construction work once a contract has been executed; this includes but is not limited to permit submittals, equipment procurement and prefabrication coordination.
Attend job walks and onsite meetings.
Works with field supervision to review/update Job Status Reports and modifies schedules or plans.
Ensure Labor Reporting on each project has a weekly % complete update and that manpower projections do not exceed budgeted hours.
Monitor construction activities in conjunction with the onsite Foreman and Area Superintendent to ensure project is being built on schedule, and within budget.
Create and maintain the project schedule.
Investigate any potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures within company guidelines, and under supervision.
Supervise the preparation of all change orders and negotiate all change orders to a conclusion.
Prepare monthly costing reports under the supervision of a Senior PM or Division Manager.

Experience, Education

5+ years of combined experience in electrical project engineering, estimating, and project management
Experience estimating change orders
General knowledge of contract plans/specs and project accounting
Successful graduation of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program, long-term experience in the electrical industry in a variety of capacities and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related degree
Ability and eagerness to learn new technology
Proficiency in MS Office / O365 applications
Proficiency in Procore (or related project management software) and Accubid Change Order (or related estimating software)

Benefits

At Baker, we are proud to be an employee-owned company. When you join, you will have the opportunity for a great career and the financial benefits of being an owner. Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), you can become a part owner of the company. Instead of just receiving a paycheck, you will be given shares of the company's stock over time. As the company prospers, the value of these shares can increase, providing you with a potential wealth-building opportunity in addition to a competitive compensation package. The ESOP will enable you to share the company's success and growth. For more information regarding employee ownership at Baker Electric and its significant potential, click here:

Employee Stock Ownership Program | Baker Electric (baker-electric.com)

Pay Transparency

The starting salary for this opportunity range is listed. Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. Baker provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, an Employee-Owned Program (ESOP), paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). A candidate’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Please note that the compensation information is a good-faith estimate for this position. It assumes a rate based on location and experience.

Acknowledgements

Baker Electric is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, a Baker Recruiter will contact you directly from our organization with a @baker-electric.com email.

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