Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

About This Role

Company Overview:

Summit Line Construction is headquartered in Heber City, Utah. With additional Utah locations in Sandy and Provo. You can also find us in Northern California, Reno, Las Vegas and Phoenix. We offer our team members competitive pay and benefits, rewarding work, growth opportunities, and a constructive and collaborative work environment.

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our team! The Project Manager will oversee the planning, directing, and coordinating of high-voltage electric transmission and distribution construction and maintenance projects throughout the country. This role involves ensuring the successful organization, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, subcontractor management, safety, quality, and implementation of these projects.

This role will support projects across New Mexico and may report remotely and/or on site at various project locations as needed until the permanent office location is established in Albuquerque.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Management:

• Lead budget projections for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors procured on the project.
• Ensure project costs stay within the forecasted budget range and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
• Develop and manage project Schedule of Values (SOV), update based on production, prepare billing packages, and submit to the customer.
• Assist in pre-construction efforts including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning.
• Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress for all construction activities.
• Provide project cost forecasting, monthly cost to complete development, and accuracy of reporting.
• Develop, submit, track, and maintain all project submittals and requests for information.
• Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce costs while maintaining productivity.
• Responsible for the invoicing or payment application process for completed scope.

Contract Administration:

• Prepare, review, and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Work with legal to oversee contracts to protect the company’s interests while maintaining good relationships.
• Ensure all contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive electronic and printed files of working documents in accordance with outlined document control practices.
• Generate and review daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress reports for all construction activities.
• Present project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Stakeholder Communication and Issue Resolution:

• Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Lead meetings with supervisory personnel, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.

Material and Quality Management:

• Develop and oversee project material trackers based on customer Bill of Materials (BOM), drawings, and scope. Maintain material tracker based on inventories, production, shortages, and damages.
• Monitor and control construction through communication with the superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
• Execute corrective actions to address delays, adverse weather conditions, or emergencies.
• Monitor the quality of weekly labor and equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting.
• Ensure productivity, efficient use of materials/equipment, and contractual performance of the project.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Mentor and guide assistant project managers and project coordinators, providing training and development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
• Lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings, as required, including the formulation of the agenda and minutes.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of project management experience in high-voltage electric transmission and distribution construction or a related field.
• Technical Proficiency: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, particularly strong Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with project management software is preferred.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Multi-tasking Ability: Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work effectively.
• Adaptability: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, switch directions as needed, and demonstrate adaptability.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or business, or a related field is required. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP) is preferred.
• Compliance: Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screenings.

Benefits:

We offer an extremely competitive and…