Knobelsdorff · 6 hours ago
Project Manager Intern
Goodhue, MN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$18/hr - $25/hrKnobelsdorff is a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services. They are seeking a Project Manager Intern to assist in planning and overseeing multiple solar projects, managing project schedules, budgets, and communication with clients and team members.
EnergyIndustrial AutomationIndustrial EngineeringRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Planning and overseeing multiple solar projects simultaneously
Project and contract execution
The schedule and planning of the project’s construction, by understanding what people, materials, and equipment are needed to complete the project
Project Budget and report to the GM on job status updates and anticipated cost to complete the project
Ensure that the site team has the safety materials needed and that they are following the KE safety procedures along with the Construction Manager
Interface with the client by, communicating the project status, working through change orders, submitting billing, and supplying any project deliverables per contract
Ensure that materials and equipment have been ordered and track them to ensure they arrive when they are scheduled
Keeping the Project schedule up to date, and make sure the critical milestones are being met
Kickoff meetings with the project team to ensure that the project is set up for success
Through communication and a Project Handover Meeting with the Pre-Construction and Estimating team, review contract to analyze scope, schedule, and budget of project
Based off customer requirements and internal asset planning, develop a feasible project schedule, and ensure execution of the schedule
Communication with Construction Managers to coordinate equipment and personnel needs, updating the Division General Superintendent with requests for support
In coordination with Construction Managers and Division General Superintendent, ensure projects are progressing according to schedule
Regularly provided feedback to field personnel regarding projected/budgeted timelines versus actual completions on cost code specific items
Per contract safety requirements, and enterprise safety procedures, coordinate with the site Construction Manager to ensure that the site team has the safety materials needed and all required forms and reports are completed and submitted as required
Create, submit, and track change orders as required. Ensure change order documentation is updated in KE Procore and dollar values are appropriately updated in Viewpoint
Review financials for each assigned project at a minimum weekly, analyzing cost codes and ensuring budgeted and actual dollars are entered appropriately into Viewpoint. Meet with appropriate parties to correct discrepancies
SOV forms monthly to KE accounts payable and provide site CTC amounts and forecasted revenues monthly via Viewpoint
Manage project close-out requirements, ensuring customers expectations are met and invoicing is completed according to schedule
Ensure customer punch list items are addressed and closed as required
Submit requests for quote (RFQ) for specified sub-contracted items and assign contracts within budgeted amounts. Coordinate with sub-contractors to ensure items are completed according to project scope and requirements
Schedule and coordinate, at a minimum yearly, lessons learned meetings with customers to capture improvements needed for future projects
Continuously provide feedback to the Pre-Construction and Estimating team to refine bids and update how cost buckets are being populated
Schedule and lead project close-out meetings with the Pre-Construction and Estimating team, Construction Managers, Project Coordinators, and General Superintendent to capture best practices, refine bids, and inform future decisions on customer relationships
Track material and equipment orders placed by Pre-Construction and Project Coordinators ensuring all necessary materials and equipment have been ordered and will arrive in necessary timelines to meet project schedules
Provide clarification and communicate customer requirements with Engineering and Pre-Construction during initial phases of projects
Observe “kickoff meetings” with the Construction Manager, Foreman, Site Coordinators, and General Superintendent to cover project scope, schedule, benchmarks, and performance goals
Perform regular site visits to engage with field personnel, track site progress, and monitor performance goals
Qualification
Required
Ability to work in our Goodhue, MN location 5 days/week
Currently pursuing an education in Project Management
Ability to report progress daily to the leadership team, to ensure intern tasks and projects are completed on time
Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
Competency in Microsoft applications included Word, Excel, and Outlook
Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills
Willing to work on some out-of-town projects
Additional duties as assigned
Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time
Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs
Benefits
We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.
Company
Knobelsdorff
Knobelsdorff is an electrical and renewable energy contractor that specializes in engineering, automation, and UL panel building.
Founded in 1988
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jason Thompson
Chief Operating Officer
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