Job Title: Project Manager II
RME Core Values: Willingness to Learn and Grow * Loyalty * Leadership * Expectation of Excellence * Professionalism
Rooted in family values since 1978, RME is 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.
Summary:
Rocky Mountain Electric (RME) is seeking a Project Manager II in Meridian, Idaho. The Project Manager II 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.
Essential Functions include but are not limited to:
• Successfully manage a project from Pre-construction 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 subcontractor 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 and company Foremen 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.
• 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 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 Estimator 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.
Competencies:
• Self-starter. Highly motivated to bring results and success to the estimates he/she leads.
• Ability to interpret blueprints.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to build trust and influence others internally and externally.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with RME core values.
• Maintain a “value added” approach to job sites.
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate to varied audiences.
• Highly organized with exceptional follow-through abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communications.
• Quick, sound decision-making abilities.
• Excel in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
• Continued development through industry related trainings and leadership trainings.
• Good presentation and public speaking skills is a plus.
Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, but not required.
• Electrical Journeyman's License or Master's License in Idaho in good standing.
• 7-10 years experience in leadership.
• 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.
Safety:
This position is safety sensitive, drug free and must adhere to the company’s Employee Handbook and Safety Manual. Due to the nature of the trade, RME participates in a reasonable suspicion drug/substance screening process designed to meet our commitment
of being a drug free organization. The company reserves the right to require its employees to present themselves for testing immediately following a work-related incident.
