Senior Project Manager

About Us

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

About this Role

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your project management and organizational skills, then we have a role for you! Potelco, Inc. seeks a great Senior Project Manager to join the team at our company headquarters in Sumner, WA and working both in office and in the field.

The Senior Project Manager provides overall administrative, technical, financial, and resource management of the project from initial bid preparation through completion. The Senior Project Manager is also responsible for delivering the project safely, in accordance with quality standards, on time, and within budget.

If the following interests you, we encourage you to apply!

About Us:

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta West, LLC, was founded in 1963. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the regions’ largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What You'll Do

Responsibilities:

• Lead pre-construction efforts in bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning,
• Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
• Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce cost while maintaining productivity.
• Manage budget projection for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors procured on the project.
• Responsible for project cost forecasting, monthly cost to complete development, and accuracy of reporting
• Responsible for productivity, efficient use of materials/equipment, and contractual performance of the project
• Assist with managing project costs to stay within forecasted budget range.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.
• Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems.
• Execute corrective actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies.

What You'll Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of project management experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to interpret and act on terms and conditions within contracts to protect company’s interest while maintaining good relationships
• Ability to write business correspondence and communicate effectively.
• Must be willing to travel, short-term.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers, clients, customers, and local permitting agencies.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s).
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree is highly preferred.
• High-voltage powerline industry experience or experience in heavy general/civil construction.
• Familiar with Primavera P6, JD Edwards, Hubble, EcoSys, Incorta, and B2W technology platforms.

Compensation Range

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. 

Salary : $160,000