Project Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary: Assures quality workmanship and on time delivery to the client for all projects assigned. Responsibility includes the efficient utilization of Burford’s Construction resources to enhance the return on investment of these resources. The PM does not have the authority to hire or terminate employees. Generally, hiring, termination, and reprimanding of employees will be the responsibility of the management teams.

The incumbent’s primary responsibility is to accomplish the assigned task within the parameters of quality and acceptable time frames which are acceptable to the client and the company.

Essential Functions:

This position is subject to supervision of progress and results. Among the incumbent’s major responsibilities are the following:

• The incumbent will adhere to and be a strong advocate for Burford’s Construction Core Values to both Burford’s Construction employees and our client(s).
• Energetically support the organization’s vision and strategy and demonstrate initiative and personal accountability to meet work demands according to the highest standard.
• Exhibit the highest day-to-day standards and demonstrate the highest level of business ethics and consistently adheres to and promotes key values and principles in all transactions.
• Direct project supervision and project workflow.
• Maintain proper levels of quality control.
• Meet all project schedules.
• Efficient utilization of resources.
• Efficient management of project budget and guidelines.
• Communicate project status to management and to the client(s).
• Develop project specifications and implement practices which will achieve defined objectives to the satisfaction of the client and of management.
• Additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned.
• Maintain working knowledge of utility company policy and procedures in order to communicate effectively with various professional staff members from client companies.
• Be well versed in the basic tenants of line construction and maintenance.
• Be held accountable for maintaining confidentiality regarding highly sensitive and proprietary information.
  
  

Minimum Requirements:

• Excellent organizational and planning skill.
• Demonstrated skills in verbal/written communications.
• Demonstrated negotiating and decision-making skill.
• Demonstrated management and business skills.
• Demonstrated skills in providing leadership, motivation, vision, and direction.
• High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment.
• Proven success in developing and maintaining customer relationships.
• High commitment to achieving goals and plans.
• 5 years of experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree in Project Management, Business, or other related field is a plus.
  
  

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:

• Team-Oriented
• Self-Motivated
• Customer Service Focused
• Ethical and Honest
• Responsible
• Trustworthy
• Ethical
• Honest
• Punctual
• Excellent communication skills
  
  

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Burford’s Construction is a Non-Union Company

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ABOUT US

Burford’s Construction is a leading provider of services in the electric utility industry throughout the Southeastern, Midwestern, and Western United States. With a great team of qualified professionals, Burford’s Construction can serve all project needs.

Those Services Include:

• Vegetation Maintenance
• New ROW Clearing
• ROW Reclamation/Widening
• Erosion Control
• Access Matting
• Civil/Site Grading AND Many More!
  
  

We offer these services as turnkey support to customers across our service territory in Transmission, Distribution, and Generation. It is our belief that our work entails a true partnership with our clients to consistently exceed expectations. Our company culture and core values of safety for all, environmental stewardship, diversity and inclusion, customer service, and productivity are integral in every partnership.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Burford’s Construction is a leading provider of services in the electric utility industry throughout the Southeastern, Midwestern, and Western United States. With a great team of qualified professionals, Burford’s Construction can serve all project needs.

Those Services Include:

• Vegetation Maintenance
• New ROW Clearing
• ROW Reclamation/Widening
• Erosion Control
• Access Matting
• Civil/Site Grading AND Many More!
  
  

We offer these services as turnkey support to customers across our service territory in Transmission, Distribution, and Generation. It is our belief that our work entails a true partnership with our clients to consistently exceed expectations. Our company culture and core values of safety for all, environmental stewardship, diversity and inclusion, customer service, and productivity are integral in every partnership.