Pipeline Construction Project Manager - Chicago-Area

Position Overview:

The Project Manager holds overall management responsibility for the total delivery of the project, which includes accepting bid packages, performing detailed estimates, assisting in the creation of bid proposals, project scheduling and planning, project progress review, expediting equipment, site inspection, project safety and quality assurance. Responsibilities include tracking, forecasting and communicating costs, profits, and financial measures of the project. Organization and accountability for all the elements involved in construction: safety, labor, materials, tools, equipment, consumables, construction schedule and change orders. Work with Client Managers, Construction Lead, and field leaders to assemble a team that will meet or exceed client and project expectations.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring the field leaders have all necessary up to date specifications, ITP's, construction drawings, project information, schedules, budget, and general forms for the project.
• Responsible for ensuring that all field forms end up in the correct project folder on the server both for our records and turnover where required.
• Review and understand all project documents (Scope, Contract, Drawings, Specs, etc.).
• Conduct pre-project planning (kick-off) meetings.
• Complete submittals and track approvals.
• Identify, negotiate, and manage subcontracts, vendor quotes, invoices and upstream/downstream change orders.
• Monitor project schedule and budget and communicate changes.
• Manage project documentation in accordance with UPI and Client standards.
• Actively participate in project lessons learned.
• Coordinate with billing and accounts payable departments to ensure invoices are submitted and paid in accordance with contractual timelines.
• Responsible for managing change orders.
• Responsible for providing monthly cost to complete, manhour budgets, and progress reports to UPI Management.
• Foster positive relationships with project clients.
• Responsible for ensuring the field leaders have all necessary up to date specifications, ITP's, construction drawings, project information, schedules, and general forms for the project.
• Actively promote our safety program through visible participation in activities such as toolbox talks, our Safety Opportunity Program, safety moments, safety inspections, and the reporting of all incidents and unsafe conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Leadership and Cultural Expectations of the Position:

• Responsible for promoting a culture where quality is a top priority for our company.
• Treat everyone with courtesy and respect, including treating subcontractor crews with the same level of respect as UPI crews.
• Be honest with and accountable to the Project Manager and Field Leaders on the project.
• Share your ideas and communicate effectively in writing and in person.
• Take responsibility for your actions.
• Recognize the role of others in your, and the project's, success.
• Be an engaged and enthusiastic contributor.
• Maintain and promote positive project morale.
• Abide by all safety policies, lead by example, and actively look for safety opportunities.
• Make every effort to learn and abide by compliance requirements in all areas of work.
• Take charge of your own development.

Companywide Expectations:

• ZERO incidents.
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• No ethics violations.
• A drug and alcohol-free workplace.
• Assist in accident investigations on assigned jobs.
• Honesty, integrity, ethical behavior.
• Do what's right, when you say you are going to do it, the first time.
• Embrace a commitment to learning and development, recognizing areas you need improvement on and a responsibility to mentor and coach others.
• Be self-motivated, demonstrate an ability to think outside of basic fundamentals of the job description to add value in the furtherance of company vision, goals, and success.
• Be actively engaged.
• Share information and offer and receive feedback (both positive and negative).
• Respect company and customer property including vehicles and equipment.
• Conduct self with "can-do" attitude.
• Be accountable and relevant.

Core Competencies:

• Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of the project performance to date and projected remaining costs.
• Ensures accountability: Holds self and team to deliver on commitments.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Strives for continuous improvement in work processes and procedures for self and others.
• Communicates Effectively: Consistent and clear communications with team and client counterparts. Proper documentation of all necessary communications. Always leads by example and promotes self in manner which promotes UPI's values of Integrity, Respect and Caring.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overseeing and directing a project team, including any field or project engineers assigned to a project.

Work Environment:

• 80% office, 20% field
• Field environment may include exposure to loud noise, dirt and dust, weather, heat, and cold. Protective clothing and/or PPE may be required.

Physical Demands - The individual in this role must be able to meet the following occupational demands :

• Work on a computer for 2+ hours consecutively.
• Sitting, standing, and moving around an office environment.
• Lifting up to 20 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

• This role has the option to work a combination of hours remotely and in the office with your supervisor's discretion.

Travel Requirements:

• This role requires occasional travel, including by air.

Required or Preferred Education and Experience:

• Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred.
• 5+ years industry experience preferred.
• Effective interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
• The ability to function well under stress, despite numerous interruptions, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to self-motivate and prioritize effectively.
• Moderate to advanced computer skills. Experience with P6 and Bid2Win preferred.
• Comfortable leading teams.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 218.727.7676
Email: jobs@unitedpiping.us

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.