Knobelsdorff · 5 hours ago
Project Manager
Goodhue, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yrKnobelsdorff is a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services. They are seeking a Project Manager responsible for maintaining accountability for project scope, ensuring completion according to schedule and budget, and serving as the primary customer interface.
EnergyIndustrial AutomationIndustrial EngineeringRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
You will be the leader of the project team; be responsible for planning and overseeing multiple solar projects simultaneously
Be responsible for Project and contract execution
Schedule and plan the projects construction, by understanding what people, materials, and equipment are needed to complete the project
Manage the 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
Keep the Project schedule up to date, and make sure the critical milestones are being met
Work with Engineering on submittals, RFI’s, and buildability of the site
Lead 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
Establish meeting requirements for each project, ensuring proper coordination between the customer, internal support staff, sub-contractors
Direct Project Coordinator on creation and submittals of RFI(s) to customers as needed to gain clarification and details needed for successful project completion
Based off customer requirements and internal asset planning, develop a feasible project schedule, and ensure execution of the schedule
Communicate 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 provide 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
Provide 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 in order 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
Schedule and lead “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
Proven working experience in utility grade photovoltaic project management
Ability to oversee and report progress daily to the leadership team, to ensure the projects are completed on time and on budget
Experience with basic Project Management and resource coordination, to include: estimating, planning, scheduling, cost management, materials/purchasing, operations and maintenance, and client-facing
Ability to develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as the project team
Ability to meet with clients to take capture project details and clarify specific requirements of each project
Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
Ability to meet budgetary objectives and to adjust to project constraints based on analysis
Experience with tracking project performance, analyzing the project upon completion with short- and long-term milestones
Ability to delegate project tasks to project team members, based on individual strengths, skill sets and experience
Ability to work on tight deadlines under pressure
Competency in Microsoft applications included Word, Excel, and Outlook
Manage project files, drawings, documents & records in our project system
Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills
Willing to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays
Willing to work on some out-of-town projects
Benefits
100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
401(k) with competitive company match
Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
Paid weekly with competitive wages
PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage
Company
Knobelsdorff
Knobelsdorff is an electrical and renewable energy contractor that specializes in engineering, automation, and UL panel building.
Founded in 1988
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason Thompson
Chief Operating Officer
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