Job Summary:
The Construction Project Manager for heavy work is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing all aspects of heavy construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and according to the specified quality standards. This role involves overseeing large equipment, managing teams, liaising with clients and subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.The Construction Project Manager for a Power Grid Project is responsible for overseeing and managing the construction and installation of infrastructure for power transmission and distribution networks. This role ensures that power grid projects are executed safely, efficiently, and within the specified time and budget constraints, while maintaining high standards of quality and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Execution:
- Lead the planning and execution of power grid construction projects, including substations, transmission lines, and distribution systems.
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and safety standards.
Coordinate with engineers, designers, and contractors to establish project scope, milestones, and timelines.
Budget and Cost Management:
- Prepare and manage the budget, monitor costs, and control expenditures to ensure the project stays within financial limits.
Approve and track purchase orders, change orders, and invoices related to the project.
Ensure procurement processes align with the project budget and schedule.
Team Leadership and Coordination:
- Manage project teams, including engineers, technical staff, subcontractors, and labor forces.
Conduct regular team meetings to ensure effective communication and keep all stakeholders informed of progress.
Provide leadership and mentorship, fostering a collaborative and safe working environment.
- Safety and Compliance:Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and safety standards, including OSHA and local energy regulations.
Implement and enforce site-specific safety plans to prevent accidents and ensure a safe work environment.
Conduct regular safety audits, site inspections, and meetings to address any hazards or concerns.
Quality Control and Assurance:
- Monitor the quality of construction and installation, ensuring adherence to technical drawings, codes, and standards.
Oversee inspections and testing to ensure proper functionality and compliance with project specifications.
Identify and resolve any quality issues during construction, coordinating with engineers for any necessary design changes.
Risk Management
- Identify potential risks related to site conditions, weather, supply chain disruptions, or safety hazards.
Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks, including contingency plans for unexpected delays or issues.
Monitor progress and adapt plans to ensure that potential challenges are managed proactively.
Client and Stakeholder Communication:
- Serve as the primary point of contact between clients, regulatory bodies, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Provide regular project status updates to clients, ensuring transparency regarding timelines, progress, and budget.
Manage project documentation, including reports, permits, contracts, and approvals, ensuring all required paperwork is completed accurately and on time.
Project Closeout:
- Oversee the final stages of the project, including system testing, commissioning, and operational handover.
Ensure all documentation is finalized, including as-built drawings, operation manuals, and any regulatory certifications.
Conduct post-project evaluations and provide ongoing support for troubleshooting or maintenance after project completion.
Final Project Delivery:
- Ensure all final inspections and project handovers are completed.
- Manage the final closeout process, including ensuring that all paperwork, permits, and certifications are completed.
- Provide post-construction support and resolve any issues that arise after project completion.
Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in managing power grid construction projects, transmission line installation, substation construction, or similar heavy electrical infrastructure.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions and on construction sites.
- Ability to perform site inspections and walk the project site regularly.
- Ability to work in various environments, including outdoors and in challenging weather conditions.
- Willingness to visit construction sites frequently for inspections and progress reviews.
Additional Requirements:
- Strong decision-making ability with a focus on safety, quality, and project completion.
- Flexibility to adapt to changes in project scope, schedule, and budget.
- Availability for extended working hours when needed to meet deadlines or manage urgent issues.
- Site Inspections:Ability to walk extensively on construction sites, which may include uneven surfaces, rough terrain, and the need to inspect various structures.
Climbing ladders or scaffolding to assess work at height.
Ability to navigate confined spaces or areas with limited accessibility, such as inside buildings under construction, utility tunnels, or machinery rooms.
Weather Conditions:
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
Comfortable working in inclement weather while adhering to safety protocols to ensure project continuity.
Willingness to perform site visits or inspections regardless of weather, ensuring safety is maintained.
- Physical Stamina:Ability to stand or walk for long periods during site inspections, meetings, and construction oversight.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to a certain weight limit (typically 20–50 lbs), such as reports, blueprints, or other materials needed for work at the site.
Manual Dexterity:
- Comfortable handling construction tools or equipment during inspections or evaluations of on-site work.
Ability to operate communication devices (radios, smartphones, tablets) or laptops, especially in environments with physical constraints, such as limited desk space or during travel across the site.
Physical Coordination:
- Ability to coordinate movements on busy, crowded construction sites, including avoiding moving machinery, workers, and vehicles.
Ability to safely navigate heavy equipment areas and communicate effectively with construction teams while maintaining a clear understanding of site dynamics.
Height and Confined Space Tolerance:
- Ability to work at heights, including elevated platforms, towers, or cranes, to oversee operations from different vantage points.
Tolerance for confined spaces if required for certain inspection tasks (e.g., vaults, underground spaces, or narrow utility spaces).
Attention to Safety:
- Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and fall protection gear.
Maintain constant awareness of surroundings on construction sites, ensuring safety for oneself and others working in the area.
Travel:
- Willingness to travel between multiple construction sites, sometimes requiring overnight stays or long-distance travel by car, plane, or other means of transportation.
Ability to handle extended hours on-site, including occasional nights or weekends, depending on the project deadlines and construction schedules.
Stress Management and Adaptability:
- Ability to manage physical and mental stress during high-pressure situations, such as tight deadlines or unexpected challenges on the construction site.
Ability to adapt to changing site conditions, such as shifting schedules, emergency repairs, or unplanned environmental or logistical issues.
Hearing and Vision:
- Adequate vision for observing and inspecting project progress, blueprints, safety signage, and physical conditions of construction work.
Ability to hear and communicate clearly in noisy environments (e.g., near machinery, generators, or heavy equipment).
