What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Assistant Project Manager position at Powerwell?
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Project Manager to join our team. As a key member of our project management team, you will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the estimating and project management process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in all MEP projects and maintain a professional, courteous, respectful, and helpful attitude towards everyone at all times.
- Set direction, align resources, and execute tasks at a high standard.
- Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work and resources required to successfully complete the project.
- Supervise the total construction effort to ensure each project is constructed in accordance with safety, quality, design, budget, and schedule.
- Interface directly with client representatives, A-E representatives, and other contractors.
- Create and manage the MEP project schedule.
- Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, and income/expenses, etc.).
- Initiate and maintain extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
- Assume responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
- Represent the company in project meetings and assist in labor negotiations/strategy meetings.
- Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
- Manage job cost.
- Coordinate MEP subcontractors and lead contractor meetings.
- Write and manage subcontracts and change orders.
- Coach, mentor, and develop Project Engineers.
- Problem solve and handle all issues appropriately.
- Responsible for efficient and complete closeout of the project, including financial.
Requirements:
- Candidates must be self-motivated, have strong leadership skills, and be interested in developing new accounts.
- Candidates must have the ability to manage all MEP aspects of a project, including technical, safety, schedule, cost, and financial responsibility.
- Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Primavera, AutoCAD, and Viewpoint software.
- Experience in the automotive sector is preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving and planning skills are essential.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management is required.
- Extensive knowledge in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems and trades is necessary.
- 7 years of experience in heavy industrial project management is required.
Travel:
12-18 months of travel will be required, with a monthly allowance provided for travel home.
