PROJECT MANAGER I ENERGY

OVERALL OBJECTIVE : Contributes to the success of a client project by assisting with and / or performing project management duties while gaining knowledge of building systems, construction sequencing, and the construction process as a whole.

JOB COMPLEXITY / SCOPE : Performs project management duties including cost estimating, scheduling, quality management, safety management, and contract administration.

Assists with large / complex projects and / or works independently on small projects or projects of low complexity.

SUPERVISION : Work is reviewed by higher-level PMs.

FLSA STATUS : Exempt

JOB DUTIES : Cost Management

Cost Management

Under supervision, monitors project costs during all project phases.

Assists supervisory staff in managing project budget and cash flow analysis.

Under supervision, prepares and / or reviews cost estimates.

Learns the contractor billing and change order process; reviews these documents with help from supervisor.

Schedule Management

Understands the project schedule and works to ensure on-time completion.

Understands how to create schedules using scheduling software with help from supervisor concerning activity linkage.

Takes initiative when schedule concerns arise to inform supervisor and work through solutions.

Quality Management

Assures selection of materials and products in specification conform to quality requirements and applicable standards set forth by owner.

With assistance from supervisor, performs design reviews to ensure construction details are quality focused and drawings are coordinated.

Performs field inspections during construction process to ensure design intent and specifications are being met.

Contract Administration

Understands Cotter's scope of work for the project and the deliverables required.

Has an awareness of all consulting contracts associated with the project and the responsibility under each.

Prepares and maintains documentation and project reports as required.

Manages hours for each task to ensure the amount allocated in the contract is not exceeded.

Client Relations and Business Development

Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction and increase potential for additional business.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or related field

Typically requires 2-3 years related experience

Ability to work at a fast pace, getting work done in complete, accurate detail and in accordance with standards and policies

Ability to use a computer, the Internet, word processing and email software.

CAPM / PMP Certification preferred

Experience Working in Utility industry preferred

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES :

Flexibility and Adaptability

Adjusts to new or changing assignments, processes, and people.

Demonstrates willingness to listen to other opinions.

Provides examples of shifting from task to task

Learning Oriented

Shows readiness and ability to learn new concepts, processes, and tools.

Uses mistakes, failures, and successes as data for future development.

Makes use of publications, associations, and conferences in own professional specialty.

Oral Communications

Utilizes techniques to verify that a verbal message was received as intended.

Uses language appropriate to audience.

Listens without defensiveness or excessive self-reference.

Teamwork

Actively participates in team meetings.

Demonstrates open, friendly, accepting, and supportive behaviors with team members.

Fulfills personal duties and responsibilities assigned by the team.

Problem Solving

Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.

Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.

Facilitates reconciliation rather than divisiveness among individuals.

Written Communication

Produces written materials relevant to own work and department.

Uses organization's guidelines for writing reports, correspondence, documentation, etc.

Welcomes and uses feedback / editing assistance.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS :

Job duties in an office setting require the following :

• Ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to move throughout the office;
• The ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects;
• Good hand-eye coordination; the ability to reach with hands and arms; and arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp;
• Close visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate office equipment, prepare and review data and figures, and view a computer monitor;
• The ability to talk and hear;
• The ability to work in an upper level of a high-rise office building (Cotter Chicago office and some client offices);

The ability to handle temperature changes consistent with inside environmental conditions; and

Mental abilities including remembering, reasoning, concentrating to remain on task, reading, problem solving, managing concurrent tasks, and the ability to understand and follow directions.

For job duties that require visiting a construction work site, the following is required :

• Normal color vision;
• The ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc., using feet and legs and / or hands and arms;
• The ability to move across uneven surfaces and the ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling on uneven or slippery surfaces;
• The ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch;
• The ability to stand for sustained periods of time;
• The ability to work in confined spaces and narrow passageways;

The ability to work in high places; and

The ability to handle outside environmental conditions including extreme heat, extreme cold, loud noise levels, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and oils.