Description
Nelson Pipeline is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager based out of the Fort Lupton, CO office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for oversight and overall coordination of multiple projects, ensuring projects are completed timely, on budget and in strong partnership with the client.
Project Oversight and Coordination:
- Review and analyze project initiation documents such as Notice to Proceed (NTP), Notice of Award (NOA), or contracts
Ensure alignment with client agreements, approved plans, and accurate quotes matching scope and recent drawings
Perform takeoffs for quantities, reconcile quotes with vendors, and approve Purchase Orders (POs) and Subcontracts (SLs)
Identify and address scope gaps, if any
Schedule Management:
- Develop and update baseline schedules incorporating estimated durations, preconstruction activities, submittal approvals, material procurement, and crew availability
Regularly update schedules based on field input, quantity verifications, and site visits
Incorporate impacts into schedules, and provide updated schedules to clients
Understand completion dates, deliverables, and retention release conditions
Change Order Management:
Forward price change orders when possible and obtain client approval
Manage Time and Material (T&M) efforts, track work separately, and communicate with clients for review and approval
Production Analysis:
- Ensure accurate quantities in software systems and run reports for installed quantities, crew and equipment hours, and budget variances
Review actuals against estimated/budgeted, discuss results with the field team, and take necessary actions
Client Relations:
- Maintain consistent verbal and documented communication with clients, addressing progress, impacts, change orders, and retention
Schedule regular meetings and social interactions to foster positive relationships
Risk Management (Safety, Quality, Financial):
- Oversee safety protocols and regular safety reviews
Ensure adherence to quality standards through regular checks and coordination with inspectors
Monitor and manage project finances, including change orders and financial performance
Materials Management:
- Oversee office and field obligations related to materials, including submittals, long lead items, purchase orders, and inventory management
Financial Performance:
- Create and manage project budgets, ensuring accuracy and addressing variances
Prepare and submit progress billings, ensuring proper invoicing and retention procedures
Maintain contract status, resolve pending change orders, and oversee contract close-out procedures
Other job duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field
Proven experience as a Project Manager in utility installation projects preferred
Strong knowledge of construction project management processes
Can operate with minimal oversight and with a high level of autonomy
Maintains a high level of self-accountability, seeing projects through to completion with minimal supervision
Ability to manage multiple large projects simultaneously
8+ years of experience, preferred
Benefits:
Competitive PTO + 7 Company Holidays
Weekly pay
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Company funded HSA
Company paid life & AD&D insurance
Voluntary life & AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement plan with resources to help you maximize your savings
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)