What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Tepa Companies?
ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES
Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.
When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and, subsequently, our Tribe.
We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
LOCATION: Remote/Traveling position. You may work on various project sites across the US. Per diem will be provided for those willing to travel and work onsite.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Tepa Companies are seeking a Project Manager to be responsible for day-to-day project management including project financials, scheduling, client and subcontractor coordination, quality, and safety.
Job Functions:
- Plan, coordinate, integrate, monitor, and appraise to support the preparation of project and contract proposals
- Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets
- Ensure compliance with contractual terms
- Maintain active communication with clients regarding technical progress and the status of the schedule and budget
- Provide timely and accurate invoicing
- Coordinate with Program Management to assemble the right project team
- Manage scope changes
- Identify development opportunities for project technical staff
- Comply with purchasing requirements
- Perform project closeout activities
- Ensure maintenance of technical communications and business files
- Report variances from plan, appraising impact of variances; recommending corrective actions
- Prepare declarations of revenue
- Participate in professional activities for the purpose of career development and corporate image enhancement
- In conjunction with the VP, Federal Programs, and Service Line Manager as applicable, monitor/evaluate project financial performance
- Coordinate with the VP, Quality regarding quality, technical and personnel issues
- Coordinate with the VP, Health and Safety regarding safety and health issues
- Responsible for the overall success, quality, and safety of project execution
- Develop project proposal costing and pricing
- Develop and implement budgets for assigned projects
- Responsible for the financial success of assigned projects
- Develop new business within program or service line, as applicable
- Attend internal contract/specification reviews (kick-off meetings) prior to assembling job packages
- Distribute approved contract/specifications to affected personnel within organization
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's degree in construction or engineering practice or related field, plus 4 years' progressive project/program management experience including financial/supervisory accountability and authority; or a High School diploma or GED plus a minimum of 8 years' progressive project/program management experience including financial/supervisory accountability and authority
- 5 years' experience in DoD fueling systems repair, maintenance, or construction
- 4 years' experience and understanding of construction site quality control
- 2 years' Client Management/Business Development background
- Familiar with Unified Facilities Guide Specifications, Unified Facilities Criteria, OSHA and USACE EM-385 requirements
- In depth understanding of, and ability to work with various government contract types, including Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Firm Fixed Price, and Time & Materials
- Ability to tightly control and manage project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, contract changes, internal staff resources and subcontractors
- Ability to read and write technical documents
- Ability to read technical drawings
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Fluent in the English language
- Strong interpersonal, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to perform at a high level under stringent project deadlines
- Ability to prioritize required tasks to meet multiple schedule deadlines
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Word and Excel
- Attention to detail
- Must be able to pass a drug test and background check required to access US military installations
- Possess a valid driver's license
- API 570 Piping Inspector, API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector, Steel Tank Institute Tank Systems Inspector, AMPP Level I Coatings Inspector, and/or Project Management Professional certification(s) (preferred, not required)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans