PPG - Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

PPG is a sister company of QISG under the parent Quanta Services, Inc. This posting is for a direct hire position of Phoenix Power Group and is solely for the purpose of Phoenix Power Group.

Phoenix Power Group (PPG) is a leading Construction Services Company providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Services specializing in the installation of utility and industrial process infrastructure including substations, power generation, industrial process facilities, and renewable fuel projects in North America. PPG is a subsidiary of Quanta Services Inc., the largest specialty contractor in North America, providing large single-source solutions and leading the industry in its ability to deliver a collective scope of services, expertise, and manpower.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) who will be responsible for all will assist/support the Project Manager (PM) on project tasks as assigned, follow-up on deliverables, and review with the PM. This position will be responsible for the coordination of engineering, estimating, project controls, client presentations, procurement, and construction activities during the development and execution phase(s) of the project. Work assignments may include supporting multiple projects concurrently. While not otherwise involved in project-specific work, the APM will support other project and proposal efforts, or may work with, or do rotations with the various operational support groups. PPG is seeking to hire an Assistant Project Manager in Linden, NJ.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction activities during the development and execution phase(s) of the project

Assists PM in the development of the initial project schedule in conjunction with engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction management personnel

Participates in value engineering and constructability reviews

Works with procurement to develop subcontractor and vendor scopes of work and schedules exhibits to the contracts for review by PM before processing

Works with the appropriate Safety personnel on all safety-related issues, including but not limited to, development and implementation of the project-specific safety plan, reporting of incidents, and supporting the investigation of incidents

Assists the PM with project schedule and helps prepare monthly project review reports for the project management team and Senior Management

Supports project by conducting financial reviews and closeouts on a monthly basis

Assists with RFI submittals utilizing QISG’s document management system

Provides feedback to improve Quality of all technical, commercial, and administrative deliverables for project

Assists in procurement of purchase orders and subcontract packages

Monitors progress of overall design, procurement, and construction of the project

Facilitates Project Close-Out and Warranty administration

Performs post-construction cost review and reporting and participates in lessons learned

Performs any other duties assigned by the PM, including acting as PM when PM is unavailable (when deemed qualified by PM/Operations Director)

Performs any other duties assigned

Adheres to internal standards, policies, and proceduresPosition Reports to: Director of Projects

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Science/Management, Engineering, or equivalent field; equivalent work experience, or combination of work and education, may be substituted

4+ years of construction project experience, including various aspects of construction planning and management including, but not limited to engineering, estimating, bidding, preparing, and administering purchase orders and subcontracts, scheduling, cost control, document control, etc.

Prior experience in EPC/design build as well as the Power Delivery (substation, transmission & distribution) industry - Preferred Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team

Strong problem evaluation/solving skills

Strong team building skills

Understanding of the project design process for projects

Understanding of integrated EPC process and project lifecycle is preferred

Understanding of construction means and methods

Ability to interact effectively and professionally with other team members

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Familiarity with estimating, scheduling, and project management software and processes; Primavera P6 preferred

Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Must be capable of performing physical activities such as lifting to 20 pounds at times bending, standing, walking, lifting, stretching, climbing, and crawling in both on-site and office environments

Must be able to work in varying environmental conditions and uneven terrain

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel: YesThis is a full-time annual salary position offering $100,000 - $130,000. The expected workload is 50 - 60 hours per week, depending on project requirements.

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