Project Manager

Location

TN

WEIFIELD: WORK FOR THE BEST, BE TREATED THE BESTSuccessful electricians at Weifield can become foremen, supervisors, estimators, project managers – and move into upper management positions; your drive and abilities determine how far you go! 
Weifield is a national leader in cutting-edge construction with nearly 700 employees across all our regions; more than 70% of the General Contractors in Colorado, Wyoming, Tennessee, and Texas rely on our expertise to provide quality electrical projects.

Weifield’s company values are our PACT: People, Advancing, Community, and Trusting Relationships. Because People is Weifield’s #1 company value – we show our appreciation with more than just a competitive salary.

General Job Description

The project manager is responsible for the financial organization and tracking of electrical projects and implementing measures to increase the company’s effectiveness and efficiency.

Job Specific Responsibilities

PROJECT START UP

• Prepare subcontract and obtain all required permits.
• Prepare and maintain project schedule.
• Preparation and buyout of purchase orders.
• Prepare and enforce project strategy document.
• Prepare and review submittals and shop drawings.
• Prepare project budget and schedule of values.
• Review files according to policies and procedures.
• Review contract drawings and address RFIs.

FINANCIAL

• Manage daily affairs to stay within budget and on schedule.
• Project buyout and obtain quotes in a timely manner, including control takeoff of quotable items.
• Price and settle change orders accurately.
• Prepare gross margin statement with project team.
• Prepare billing with project team.

PROJECT ORGANIZATION AND TRACKING

• Distribute and maintain current drawings, specifications, and product data with changes and clarifications.
• Responsible for subcontractor performance.
• Adhere and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Maintain personal project log.
• Maintain master list with materials, submittals, RFI, & to-do list.
• Responsible for getting materials released to jobsite.
• Ensure weekly updates for material tracking.
• Adhere to the contract documents.
• Project documentation – (i.e. delays, back charges, claims).
• Coordinate submittals by other trades.

PROJECT CLOSEOUT

• Candidate is responsible for preparation of O & M manuals.
• Review and submission of as-built drawings.
• Prepare warranty documents.
• Track punch list and ensure items are complete.
• Ensure job site files and office files are consolidated.
• Ensure all spare parts are turned over and signed, “received.”

Qualifications/Skills Required

• Candidate must have minimum 3 years of project controls/coordination experience.
• Possess excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
• Possess basic understanding of the electrical industry.
• Candidate must have entrepreneurial approach to problem solving.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated, detail oriented and not accept second best.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills in order to work in a diverse, dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Candidate must be self-motivated and flexible to accommodate changes in Weifield’s business strategies.
• Candidate must have excellent computer skills that include MS Office and Accubid.
• Be accountable for project decisions and actions.

Reporting

The project manager reports to the operations manager.

Supervisory Requirements

The project manager has limited direct supervision responsibility.

Measurements

The project manager’s success is measured by the following criteria:

• Ability to start and manage projects without guidance from management,
• development of process and tools that streamline operations and cut costs,
• propensity to bring answers to the table and implement solutions quickly, and
• evaluation form.

Physical Demands

• Stand, walk and sit; use hands to finger, handle, and maneuver or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms; be able to talk and to hear.
• See well, either naturally or with correction.
• Hear well either naturally or with correction.
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as in a typical office setting.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Weifield Group Contracting LLC is a drug free working environment.

We offer our employees a comprehensive, people-focused benefits program: 

• Physical [Stay Well] | Emotional [Be Supported]
  • Weifield-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision
    • Cigna Medical HDHP
    • Cigna Medical Buy-Up
    • Cigna Dental
    • Eyemed Vision Insurance
  • Weifield covers 100% of the medical HDHP plan preventative screenings
  • Gym memberships
  • Ongoing employee athletic events
    • Tough Mudder, 5K/10K races, truck pulls, & more
  • Employee Assistance Program through Mines & Associates
    • 5 free sessions per family member for counseling, career coaching, financial/legal guidance
  • Cigna mental health & lifestyle programs
  • Flexible time off & paid time off
  • Sabbatical eligibility at 15 years
  • Crisis event support
    • Helping Hands financial assistance program, HR Return to Work assistance, PPE
  • Future betterment committees
  • Open door policy
• Fiscal [Plan My Future]
  • Financial planning assistance
    • Outside referral options for personal life/property insurances and legal assistance
  • Ability to become eligible to purchase company shares
  • Referral bonus & company incentive plans
  • Employee discounts
    • Mortgage assistance
    • Verizon Wireless
  • Weifield-sponsored 50K life and ADD plans
  • 401K program
    • 4% match after one year
  • Financial literacy training
• Social [Enjoy My Work]
  • Teambuilding events
  • 7 paid holidays/year
  • Nonprofits: Company match to employee-supported charities
  • Company communications
  • Ongoing events
    • Tickets and numerous company and family events per year
  • Holiday celebrations & contests
  • Philanthropy events supporting our charities
• Knowledge [Grow My Career]
  • Continuing education credits
  • OSHA and NICET/Blue Card trainings
  • Testing prep assistance
    • Electricians/apprenticeship graduates for Journeyman’s test
  • 4-year paid apprenticeship including books
  • Tuition reiumbursement for college coursework related to position
  • Weifield University
    • Ongoing training program
• Recognition [Be Rewarded]
  • Employee anniversary awards & gifts
  • Cash for anniversary tenure
    • $10K at 10-year anniversary
  • Employee of the Month recognition & awards
  • Apprenticeship graduation gifts
  • Project of the Year trip with Weifield leadership
  • Crew of the Month lunches with Red Wing Boots truck gift
  • Holiday gifts
  • Recognition/gifts for Journeyman’s license/field achievements

In addition to our amazing people, we take pride in our innovation, our legacy of excellence in our industry, our strong community focus, and our fantastic family-oriented work culture – as evidenced by our Top Workplaces recognitions in our regions (10 years running in Colorado, achieved by less than 5% of all companies)! 

We’re seeking the best talent to build an unstoppable team – and we hope you will become a part of it.

We look forward to meeting you!

Due to the nature of this position additional time may be needed in order to complete work activities with no additional compensation.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate. Nothing in this job description restricts management's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Weifield Group Contracting Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.