Project Manager

About MGE
MGE Underground is a growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value.
Our Core Values
Safety Continuous Development Respect Integrity Performance Trust Fun

How You Can Make an Impact
As a Project Manager (PM) you will be assigned a variety of projects to plan and supervise from start to this position you are responsible for overseeing financial budgets coordinating contractors and managing the construction process. You must be well versed in all construction methodologies and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. This role requires one that is detail-oriented thorough and organized to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budgets.

How You Will Contribute

• Collaborate with project engineers and superintendents to determine the specifications of the project.
• Compile and plan budgets cost estimates and other financial estimates.
• Determine needed resources (manpower equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations.
• Establish baseline schedule from the job estimate.
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met.
• Oversee and supervise project progress and provide reports on timeline progress and adjustments.
• Review contracts and provide customer support on all jobs.
• Expand existing business through relationship development with owner representatives of the project.
• Act as liaison between owner representatives and management for all pricing scheduling and planning of projects.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Ensure adherence to all Company safety policies and OSHA safety standards.
• Learn and become proficient in our Project Management Software.
• Travel to jobsites to gather information on materials needed labor required and other factors.
• Reading of blueprints plans specs contracts and purchase orders.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisor.

What You Bring to the Table

• Experience using HCSS Heavy Bid/Heavy Job Software preferred.
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures materials and project management principles.
• Thorough understanding of OSHA requirements and safe working practices.
• Proficient in reading blueprints plans specs contracts and purchase orders.
• Proficient in planning scheduling and production with strong analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word Excel Outlook MS Project).
• Excellent time management skills to accomplish work assignments and projects.
• Leadership skills with the ability to be a team player.
• Ability to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines.
• Ability to build solid relationships with team members vendors and customers.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding MGEs policies procedures and software programs.
• Ability to use a computer/smartphone/tablet.
• Valid Class C Drivers License with a clean driving record.
  

Your Prior Experience
Required: Minimum of 5 years of verifiable construction experience with 2 years in a manager role.
Required: High school Diploma or G.E.D.
Preferred: Bachelors degree in civil engineering Electrical Engineering Construction Management or related field preferred.
Preferred: Experience in utility construction.

Our Competitive Package
Pay: $125000 - $150000 annually
This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on experience education skills and applicable knowledge.

Above and Beyond Benefits

• Medical dental vision and life insurance.
• 401K
• We offer a flex-time vacation policy for exempt employees in addition to ten paid company holidays.
• Multiple monitors standing desks and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style.
• Monthly birthday celebrations team lunches company-wide employee recognition eventsand other employee engagement opportunities.
• Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars.
• Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling legal consultation financial consultation ID recovery emotional well-being resources dependent care resources and crisis consultation.

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-Time On-Site

Affirmative Action/EEO
MGE Underground is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics.

Pre-Employment and Physical Requirements
Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment. While performing the duties of this job employees must be able to regularly sit or stand movement to include but not limited to walking bending stooping climbing stairs and ladders up to 12 feet reaching above/below shoulder crouching carrying pushing and pulling a maximum of 40 pounds.*

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Other Duties
Your duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice based on the companys needs.

Required Experience:

Senior IC