Jr. Project Manager/Estimator

Company Overview:

Southeast Power Corporation is a leading provider of high-voltage transmission, substation, and distribution construction services.

www.southeastpower.com

Position Summary:

We are looking for a JR. Project Manager/Estimator with some knowledge and experience in transmission & distribution preferred. Under general supervision, the right candidate will be trained in the organization and oversight of ensuring projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. The perfect candidate will be well-versed in:

• Microsoft Project
• Basic scheduling
• Supporting Project Manager with daily operational tasks 
• Administrative and logistical project support

The goal is to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget.

This is a full-time, entry level position located in Lancaster, KY and will require business-related travel throughout the surrounding areas. Candidates must be located in, or willing to re-locate to Lancaster, KY.

 Position Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain relationships with 3rd parties/vendors.
• Willingness and ability to establish labor, equipment, material and sub contractor requirements based on project need.
• Help develop, coordinate and review work plans.
• Assist in assigning work activities and projects.
• Help identify opportunities for improving service methods and procedures.
• Attending pre-bid meetings and job walks to help determine scope of work and requirements.
• Participates in the development and administration of assigned program budget.
• Willing to learn how to forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies
• Has a drive to stay informed of new trends and innovations in the utility construction industry
• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of estimate by working with operations and project management during estimate preparation.
• Participation in the bid review process.
• Create & submit estimate reports/bids to appropriate persons (PM’s, clients, bidding competitions etc.).
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Meet budgetary objectives & make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis.
• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams & process maps to document needs.
• Track performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short- & long-term goals.
• Able to read and understand specifications and other documentations necessary for preparing proposals.
• Performs other related and assigned duties as required

 Position Requirements:

• Graduated with a BS in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or like field. (Field experience may be substituted for formal education)
• Expert knowledge with Microsoft Office; especially Excel and Outlook
• Ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of people
• Some electrical transmission and/or distribution experience preferred.
• Ability to problem solve and think analytically in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to submit and pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Must be able to fulfill essential job function in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to understand and communicate information
• Able to travel
• Possess valid driver’s license
• Must have acceptable MVR
• We participate in E-Verify

General Requirements:

• Work in a team environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Time management; prioritizing work and documenting tasks.
• Work in a safe manner at all times. This includes wearing &utilizing all required safety PPE with situational awareness, driving safely, and following all safety rules.
• Punctual for all meetings.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS office, is essential.
• Willingness to learn, adapt and grow in a fast-paced construction environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Vacation time
• Company pick-up truck, laptop, phone
• Health, Dental, Vision packages
• 401K opt-in

Power Corporation of America/Southeast Power Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.