Project Manager

Location:Columbia City, Indiana Company Overview:Everyday millions of natural gas and electrical utility consumers around the United States interact with InfraSource in many different ways. At InfraSource we don’t just “put pipe in the ground” we create a relationship with our customers and the utility end user that is changing the entire industry. It's the diversity of our people and ideas that inspire the pursuit of our Core Values, from the equipment we operate to industry-leading environmental and social awareness efforts. You will be an integral part of the success and profitability of a variety of projects. You will also be a vital team member who will also assist fellow craft union team members in the successful completion of their assigned tasks.Role Summary:This is an intermediate project manager position. The Project manager is responsible for planning and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget. The Project Manager plans and designates project resources, assists in preparing budgets, monitors progress, and keeps stakeholders informed the entire way. Typical tasks include project initiation through project closeout, providing upper management with daily/weekly/monthly status reports, forecasting monthly cost and revenue, maintaining a project specific Microsoft Projects/P6 schedule and analyzing project budgets and earned value. The candidate will be working on the project site during the duration of the project.Essential Functions:Project Administration – as required

Assist with on-boarding new employees (when required).

Assist in project office set-up

Create and communicate the project plan: safety orientations, training, etc.

Project Management – 50%

Develop, maintain and update project documentation

Develop and maintain project file system (physical and electronic)

Maintain customer contact to obtain project specific requirements

Ensure stakeholder notification and buy-in.

Estimate costs based on provided estimating tools and or work with others to develop budgets.

Full understanding of the project contract

Ensuring Change Orders are documented per the contract

Complete project close-out per company policy

Project Controls – 50%

Accruals tracked weekly/monthly and turned in at the end of every week

Scheduling work and crew make ups on MS Project/P6 for internal and external

Weekly manager and cost per day reports

Review invoices from subcontractors to confirm accuracy and production

Work with Accounts Receivable and Billing Department to make sure all revenue is accounted for and accurate.

Forecasting cost scope schedule resources daily/weekly/monthly

End of month explanations for variances to forecast

Work with internal support groups (Finance & Accounting, Billing) to set up projects in accounting system

Decision Making and Problem Solving:

Basic understanding of Natural Gas Industry standards and practices.

Ability to interpret field conditions and communicate project requirements to

Ability to develop and communicate ideas regarding project

Minimum Qualifications:Skills:

Basic understanding of the project life cycle as defined by

Ability to apply basic project management concepts, and methodologies.

Proficient in MS Office Applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS

Proficient of financial practices and principles.

Leading through Vision and values

Strategic Decision Making

Building Partnerships

Continuous Improvement

Ability to work independently on assigned tasks with minimum supervision

Education:A degree and 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.Certificates:Desired: Project Management Certificate from an accredited school or Project Management Institute.Additional Job Information:This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.The position is full time and salaried. We offer a competitive salary. We provide excellent medical insurance, paid vacation time and an excellent work environment. The position may require the use of personal vehicle.