Project Manager - Major Projects

PROJECT MANAGER

Summary:

Join Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. a leader in the construction industry with over a century of service supporting America’s most important infrastructure projects in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. Riggs Distler has a reputation as an employer of choice in the industry and promotes a safe, exciting, and team-oriented work environment, empowering people to grow and evolve with our business.

As a Project Manager, you are responsible for the management of multiple construction projects. You’ll work closely with the customer to complete ground up projects of varying size and scope. You’ll direct Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents and craft personnel to promote and ensure safe work practice and conditions.

The salary range is $85,000.00 – $200,000.00. The posted salary range reflects compensation for different levels of responsibility and experience. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

This position will be for the Major Projects Group, and you will be assigned to a Data Center Project in Fairless Hills, PA.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Paid Time Off
• Company sponsored Healthcare Plan including Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• HSA Account with Company Contribution
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Student Loan Payment & 529 College Saving Program
• Company Paid:
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

• Manage all project change orders; including identification, pricing, negotiation, approval and tracking.
• Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process by preparing, submitting, tracking, and resolving RFIs to ensure timely clarification of design, scope, and construction issues
• Manages all facets of project construction
• Manages project team by providing direction and leadership
• Responsible for ensuring delivery of the day-to-day management services for the duration of all projects assigned
• Coordinate and attend project planning meetings, pre-design and design meetings
• Inspect the site, review and/or coordinate design reviews for the various disciplines, review for code compliance and adherence to the contract requirements
• Recommend approval or rejection of submittals as appropriate, monitor progress with regard to schedule and delivery dates
• Prepare correspondence for the Contracting Officer’s signature, maintain complete records of contract documents, project related documents, plans and specifications, samples. Keeps track of all changes in construction specifications and drawings, maintain the latest approved construction documents and performance evaluation
• Track progress of projects against goals, objectives, timelines and budgets
• Monitors expenses to ensure they fall within the prescribed budget
• Previous experience in project management of large scale facilities and/or federal and state contract (medium to high voltage distribution projects preferred)
• Work experience tracking and updating schedules, RFIs, submittals, payment analysis, review of ongoing work at the site, attendance of meeting and project coordination with the customer

Education, Skills, Experience Needed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• PMP (Preferred)
• 5 years of progressive project management experience on major infrastructure projects.
• Proficient computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project and Outlook). Experience with construction management software such as Procore preferred.
• Advance organizational skill, able to accomplish multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with customers and RDC team members at all levels of the organization
• Excellent communication, leadership and team building skills. Must have the ability to communicate information and state problems and challenges in a clear, concise and professional manner
• OSHA Safety training preferred

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested