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Irby Construction Company · 5 hours ago

Substation Project Manager

Lockhart, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. The Project Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating high-voltage transmission and distribution projects, overseeing multiple crews, and ensuring safe, high-quality, and cost-effective project delivery.

Construction

Responsibilities

Attend pre-construction meetings with estimators and stakeholders

Review bid packages for accuracy, completeness, and scope

Provide technical assistance, interpret drawings, and recommend construction methods and equipment

Assist in developing construction schedules, plans, and organizing crews

Work with Superintendent to assign foremen to job tasks and generate lists of required personnel, equipment, and tooling

Arrange for personnel and equipment transfers to projects

Support pre-construction activities including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning

Oversee budget projections for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors

Ensure project expenditure remains within established budgets, implementing cost-saving strategies

Develop, update, and manage project schedules

Prepare billing packages and submit documentation to clients

Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly projections and track progress across all activities

Provide accurate project cost forecasts and develop monthly cost-to-complete reports

Prepare, submit, monitor, and maintain all project submittals and RFIs

Analyze cost reports and identify methods to optimize expenses

Manage the invoicing or payment application process for completed scopes of work

Review and become familiar with multiple contracts; ensure compliance with specifications

Accountable for quality of work and safety performance

Visit crews to monitor safety, quality, and production

Assist foremen in coordinating major project activities and critical tasks

Attend project meetings with owners and stakeholders

Update schedules and progress reports; verify as-builts and progress charts

Ensure all change orders are documented and billed

Maintain communication with inspectors and owners regarding quality, safety, schedule, and materials

Execute corrective actions for delays, adverse weather, or emergencies

Coordinate and support emergency repair and storm restoration efforts

Prepare, review, and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contracts with suppliers and subcontractors

Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure contracts align with company policies

Maintain supplier relationships and ensure adherence to legal requirements

Maintain comprehensive records of working documents per document control practices

Generate and review daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports

Present project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders

Ensure all project documentation supports schedule and budget adherence

Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors

Lead meetings to resolve work procedures, complaints, or construction problems

Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to staff, workers, and clients

Follow up on complaints from owners, the public, or landowners

Develop and oversee project material trackers based on BOM, drawings, and scope

Monitor inventories, production, shortages, and damages

Ensure productivity, efficient use of materials/equipment, and contractual performance

Monitor quality of labor, equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting

Mentor and guide associate project managers and coordinators

Foster a collaborative and performance orientated team environment

Lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings, including agenda and minutes

Arrange and participate in weekly foremen and monthly safety meetings

Participate in monthly job safety review meetings

Review personnel with Operations (evaluations, pay raises, CDL requirements, etc.)

Accountable for cost, progress, and schedule for the duration of the project

Assist business unit with monthly forecasts

Ensure compliance with safety programs and review all accidents

May work in storm restoration operations to rebuild/repair damaged power systems

Attend training classes or seminars on new processes, safety regulations, and refresher training

Review personnel with Operations (i.e., personal evaluations, pay raises, CDL requirements, personal problems, loans, etc.)

Arrange and/or participate in weekly foremen meetings (review if not attending)

Arrange and/or participate in monthly safety meetings (review if not attending)

Participate in monthly job safety review meetings

Accountable for cost, progress, and schedule for duration of project

Assist BU with monthly forecast by the 10 th of each month

Accountable for compliance with safety program and review all accidents

Follow up on any complaints (from owner, general public, or landowners)

Qualification

Powerline construction experienceOSHA knowledgeProject management softwarePMP CertificationConstruction Science/ManagementAnalytical skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkIntegrity

Required

Minimum of 3 years of powerline construction experience

In-depth knowledge of OSHA codes and standards

Ability to manage all aspects of project execution from pre-construction through closeout

Strong leadership, technical, and organizational skills

Ability to direct multiple crews and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

Bachelor's degree in business, Construction Science/Management, Engineering, or equivalent field is preferred, but equivalent work experience will be considered

Skilled with project management software (Excel, P6, MS Project, EcoSys, etc.)

Strong organizational, analytical, leadership, and communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment and prioritize assignments

Management and supervision skills

High sense of integrity and strong analytical/problem-solving skills

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel and work extended hours as required

Preferred

PMP Certification is a plus

Knowledge of applicable municipal, state, and federal legislation is an asset

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Company

Irby Construction Company

Irby Construction Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc., excels in the processes required for major transmission, substation and distribution line construction and has demonstrated that ability with successful projects completed throughout the U.S.

Founded in 1946

Richland, Mississippi, USA

501-1000 employees