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Project Manager

WALKER ENGINEERING, INC.

  • Irving, TX
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    Directs and supervises work of project administration, project Superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities and maintain satisfactory relationships with owners, subcontractors, etc. Project Manager Duties Include: Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work, schedule, and resources necessary to successfully complete a project.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationIrving, TX
    IndustryEngineering Services
    Company Size1,000 to 1,499 employees
    Year Founded1981
    Websitehttp://www.walkertx.com/

    Description

    Job Brief: The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, completion and financial outcome of a electrical construction project. Description:

    The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, completion and financial outcome of a construction project. Directs and supervises work of project administration, project Superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities and maintain satisfactory relationships with owners, subcontractors, etc. This level is capable of medium-scale projects of 5 million to 10 million and with a minimum of 5 to 10 years total experience. Typical position titles include; Project Manager and Project Manager II.

    Project Manager Duties Include:

    • Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work, schedule, and resources necessary to successfully complete a project.
    • Prepare a complete estimate for selected projects with a detailed review of plans, specifications and bid form.
    • Plan and organize a project under the directions of a Senior Project Manager or Division Manager.
    • Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policies.
    • Supervise the preparation of all change orders on the project. Negotiate all change orders on the project.
    • Monitor construction activities in conjunction with the onsite Foreman and Area Superintendent to ensure the project is being built on schedule and within budget.
    • Investigate any potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures within company guidelines, and under supervision.
    • Supervise the preparation of any and all change quotations for presentation to the prime client. Negotiate all change quotations to a conclusion.
    • Prepare monthly cost reports under the supervision of a Senior PM or Division Manager.
    • Manage financial aspects of contracts (progress billing, rental equipment, income/expenses) to protect the company's interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the client.
    • Review any documentation prepared by Assistant Project Manager before submission.
    • Represent the company in project meetings.
    • The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties may be assigned based on the positions role within the business unit.

    Skills and Specifications

    • Supervisory Skills
    • Ability to schedule and multitask
    • Knowledgeable in building and construction
    • Problem-solving aptitude
    • Computer literate
    • Attentive to detail

    Education and Qualifications

    High School Diploma

    A degree in Construction Management or Project Management or equivalent experience.

    About Company

    In 1981, Walker Engineering, Inc was formed in Dallas, Texas. The company started with only three employees, and during the last 30 years we have transformed into one of the largest and most qualified electrical construction companies in Texas with offices in Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.

    Walker Engineering has a solid reputation in the industry that is based on 30+ years of delivering top notch electrical work for a fair and competitive price. Our reputation in the industry has created many long-term relationships with customers and has enabled us to assemble a group of more than 1,200 dedicated employees who are committed to the company’s success. We have a presence in every major market in the State of Texas and our customer first mentality has allowed us to thrive in both good and bad economic times.

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