Project Manager I (Power Delivery)

Henkels & McCoy West works closely with clients from diverse markets to build enduring partnerships throughout the Western United States. Our team of seasoned professionals designs, builds, manages, and maintains critical and sustainable infrastructure for the power, oil & gas pipeline, gas distribution, and communications industries. Building on a 100-year legacy of performance and service to utility, commercial, industrial, and government clients, H&M West brings together extensive knowledge and innovation to deliver infrastructure construction solutions that meet future energy needs today.

H&M West is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

Henkels & McCoy West is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. H&M West is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

We are looking for a Project Manager I to join our team in Vancouver, WA.

Summary of position:

The Project Manager I is the primary point of contact with the customer for the contracts assigned to them. This position is responsible for driving the overall operational performance of the contract. Additionally, responsible for ensuring all customer contract requirements are met and that projects meet or exceed all performance targets.

Contract and Financial Performance:

• Understands the contract, as well as any other documentation regarding requirements or expectations for the project which could include: Deliverables, KPIs, Scheduling, Safety Requirements, Customer Specific Requirements, Units of Measurement, and Contract Terms & Conditions.
• Manages scope creep with contract change orders and review of originally contracted scope with customer.
• Responsible for ensuring the H&M West tracking systems will support contract and reporting requirements.
• Ensures all data is accurately entered into the H&M West database in a timely manner
• Ensures quality of data provided to the customer.

Project Management Performance:

• Manages day to day activities for all aspects of assigned projects, inception through execution and close-out.
• Directs staff to ensure job setup, production accuracy, cost accuracy, and change orders are performed.
• Direct, coordinate, and review design efforts with engineering consultants.
• Communicates support requirements to staff with accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Provides project status reports on overall project performance to Senior Project Manager and/or Program Manager.
• Responsible for overall project performance (P&L).
• Responsible for providing periodic project status reports and performance reports to customer.
• Maintains resource loaded schedules for all assigned projects.
• Review and approve project documentation which could include: Timesheets, Production, and/or Accounts Payable.
• Leads project teams and use project management tools and processes to execute projects which could include:
  • Review and acceptance of contractual terms and conditions.
  • Inclusion of customer requirements and procedures into execution plan.
  • Leading team in development and execution of project plan and schedule.
  • Monitoring performance against key performance indicators and adjusting plan to get back on track.
  • Applying lessons learned.
  • Managing project team performance.
  • Identifying high risk activities and developing mitigation plans.
  • Maintaining customer awareness of project status, issues, changes, etc.
  • Leading in-person or virtual project meetings with customer, subcontractors, and/or internal team members.
  • Prepare and file meeting and/or general notes on project updates throughout lifecycle of project.

Procedural Performance:

• Follows all H&M West applicable defined processes and procedures. 

Requirements:

• Requires effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong computer literacy.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task are essential.
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to organize and prioritize work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience in Project Management.
• At least 3 years of construction industry experience (within Power Delivery industry preferred),
• Demonstrated business acumen, customer focus and drive for results.
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience managing large projects within construction and utility industries.
• PMP Certification is a plus.