Construction Project Manager - Gas Operations

We are seeking (2) Construction Project Managers in the Gas Operations department to join a major utility company at their Chicago facility for a very long term contract.

Pay:

Project Manager I - $46-62/HR

Project Manager II - $55-75/HR

 Description:

Responsible and accountable for implementing major, moderately complex construction and engineering projects related to natural gas transmission and distribution.  Areas of responsibility include project planning, execution, controls and close out for the management of engineering, procurement, construction, and ultimately functional operation of facilities. Responsible for management and leadership of a diverse group of team members involved in gas distribution and transmission design, construction and restoration activities. This position will require utilizing knowledge of gas operations and construction processes to meet project budgets, schedules, safety objective and compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Obtains and manages adequate resources including union, non-union, consultants and contractors to meet all project objectives in the most efficient and effective manner. Coach and mentor other Project Managers and support staff. Requires ability to influence team members without positional authority.

Job Duties:

• 30% Manage moderately complex or major construction projects inclusive of project integration management, scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, human resource management, communications management, risk management and procurement management, complying with legal requirements, construction management and financial accountability.
• Provides on-site review and direction to ensure all project objectives are met.
• 20% Coordinate procure effort with team members and other departments for engineering services, materials, equipment, and installation contracts.
• 15% Collaborate and communicate with the stakeholders on project objectives. Report project schedule, cost and performance status to company personnel, and regulatory agencies as required.
• 15% Coordinate design engineering effort, preparation of specifications and construction documents.
• 10% Coach and mentor other project managers and project support staff on project management skills and activities. 
• 10% Develop, prepare and implement procedures for effective control of project activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1 years Federal, State, and Local Codes and Regulatory Requirements
• 1 years Interfacing with operations in a service center, industrial plant, manufacturing plant or power plant
• 3 years Formal or informal leadership role
• 3 years Construction contracts and commercial terms, status reporting, procurement practices, industry standards, industrial business, engineering knowledge, construction safety
• 5 years Project management of construction / capital equipment projects