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Position Summary: The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for estimating, scheduling, procurement, and project management of master service agreements and site-specific projects for distribution construction across a mix of customers for which Pike Electric, LLC serves. PM’s are responsible for establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers while ensuring field operations are supplied with pertinent contractual information necessary to perform all work per specifications in a safe, cost effective, and timely manner. The PM is expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently.

Essential Functions:

Under minimal supervision, the Project Manager will provide:

Management of projects and master service agreements in accordance with Pike Policies and Procedures

Management of the client, ensuring effective business relationships are in place and trusted by all parties

Involvement in contract negotiation, change order identification, submittal and approval, administration, and establishing the means to execute the contract to include management of subcontractors and material procurement

Effective change control and risk management processes

Assisting in estimates and proposals for site specific projects and master service agreements

Effective contractual meetings (contract kickoff, progress meetings, safety meetings, etc.)

Provide meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate operations and field management members

Contract reporting and status for field operations, management, and to the customer

Accurate monthly financial reporting with adequate backup for management, internal and external accounting and/or SOX requirements

Effective financial controls to ensure profitability and expected cash flow on all projects and master service agreements

Management of accurate invoices to ensure timely issuance and payment

Management and support of emergency and storm restoration events

EH&S and Quality programs when applicable

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree preferably in Industrial Engineering, Finance, Accounting or anything industry applicable.

Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in Distribution construction.

Detailed knowledge of project management fundamentals

Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications with MS office application proficiency (proficiency in MS Project and/or Primavera scheduling software is not required but is a plus)

Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic as well as complex technical documents, formal letters, invoices

Demonstrated skills in oral communications; ability to make presentations to both small and large, diverse groups

High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment with a bias for action

Proven success in developing and maintaining internal and external relationships while effectively navigating organizational barriers

High commitment to achieving goals and plans

Organizational, planning and time management skills

Demonstrated negotiating and decision making skills

Working knowledge of project accounting practices and financial systems

General understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms

Working knowledge of the techniques needed to lead and influence others in a matrix organization

Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle to feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). The employee may be subject to one or more of the following atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Competencies:

Self-Motivated

Team-Oriented

Customer Oriented

Work independently

Leadership Skills

Multi Task

Must be able to follow Company safety rules and other Company policies.

Pike is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.