Sr Project Manager - Construction

TEN is an independent energy services company that provides energy projects to state, local, and federal government, K12, higher education, healthcare, and large commercial and industrial customers. We help our clients address deferred maintenance, invest in infrastructure, make their buildings more efficient and sustainable, incorporate renewable energy, decarbonize their enterprise, and make their operations more resilient.

TEN brings the latest technology, new engineering ideas, and creative financing and ownership solutions to deliver projects quickly and efficiently.

Part of the Duquesne Light Holdings, Inc. (DLH) family of companies, TEN has the capacity to deliver, finance, and guarantee all levels of projects and technology applications.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, initial projects in Somerset and Johnstown, PA.

Reporting to TEN's Vice President of Construction, a Senior Project Manager (SPM) is accountable for the management and oversight of all assigned project management and construction activities taking place at assigned TEN project sites. The SPM is responsible for project scope delivery, adherence to or improvement of project budgets and ensuring projects are delivered to each Customer's satisfaction, on time. Through their management of and participation in onsite management, the SPM will ensure that the worksite is safe, supervised and managed in an effective and efficient manner. Maintaining and managing daily communications and directing the activities of all subcontractors are also key to the success of the SPM and to the company's projects. The SPM must be prepared to travel to Customer sites.

Location: Pittsburgh PA - Initial Projects in Somerset and Johnstown.

• Manage the installation of construction projects and facility improvements at the Customer locations delivering those project on time and within budget while meeting or exceeding the Customers' expectations;
• Manage other team members, vendors and subcontractors to ensure quality installation;
• Promote safety through the communication and enforcement of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, interact with TEN's Safety Manager to evaluate project risk, and conformance with other relevant laws, site, and Customer specific safety manuals, etc.;
• Assist with, and when required, conduct weekly job site safety meetings with TEN employees and subcontractors. Prepare and provide documentation of meetings;
• Ensure that all key parties are current on project status addressing their concerns through regular communication required by each stakeholder;
• Identify and address environmental (noise, dust, etc.) concerns and ensure construction activities do not interfere with Customer operations. Projects may be constructed in occupied facilities during normal operating times;
• Ensure that all environmental regulations, codes, by-laws, and policies are being followed by all project personnel on site;
• Prepare project work schedules including two-week look-ahead schedules given to the Customer each week in order to apprise Customer of upcoming construction activities;
• Coordinate between all subcontractors and Customer(s) to ensure efficient construction activities minimize disruption to Customer operating their facilities;
• Analyze site and/or installation conflicts and offer alternative solutions for consideration. Manage conflicts to resolution;
• Coordinate material deliveries with the Customer, vendors, and subcontractors to minimize interference with Customer operations. Coordinate for the flow of materials on site and arrange for their safe and secure storage;
• Attend and lead, where necessary, weekly job-site construction meetings as required. Document and distribute to the Customer and project team. Maintain project files in an organized manner;
• Foster effective Customer, subcontractor, vendor relationships at multiple levels and during all project phases;
• Ensure all required permitting and bonding is in place prior to construction;
• Prior to contract with Customer, provide input to the development team regarding the development of project scopes and subcontractor selection, and project scheduling;
• Coordinate and participate in the commissioning/testing of building system upgrades to existing systems and assist with documenting results;
• Review and approve subcontractor and supplier invoices (including claims and extras) for accuracy;
• Assist with all necessary inspections that need to be carried out by local authorities and secure approvals that need to be obtained;
• Monitor progress of construction as it compares with approved schedule(s) and report any variances to the Customer and TEN's construction leadership;
• Reforecast (where necessary) all assigned project budgets and communicate those to TEN's construction leadership;
• Ensure regular updates of all "as-built" files and project contract documents;
• Ensure an inspection of the work area prior to installation of protective covering to identify and document the current condition of Customer facility equipment and general state of facility cleanliness;
• Enforce cleanliness of the work site caused byTEN and/or subcontractor employees on a continuous basis throughout the project.
• Assist with assuring that all subcontractors possess and retain all required licenses, employee clearances, identification badges and qualifications to carry out the work;
• Record the progress of work, periodically, using photography, streamed video, etc. to document work completed;
• Communicate with the project team regarding project documentation (drawings, RFI's, and material submittals, as-builts, etc.) in Procore and/or other relevant Customer system;
• Deliver projects with the highest Customer satisfaction possible without jeopardizing project gross margins. Integrate a lifetime Customer relationship mindset to enable more work in the future;
• Assist TEN team members in the development of projects by collecting site and pertinent building and systems data as required;
• Trouble-shoot problems arising on-site;
• Identify and analyze future potential work that can be amended to the existing Customer contract;
• Perform other duties as required.
• Travel, as required (valid driver's license at all times).

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or Ten (10) + years relevant experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree

• Experience with Procore, eBuilder and Microsoft Project is preferred;
• Experience with design-build projects is preferred
• Experience with K-12 construction projects is preferred, but not required

• Understanding of project estimating, especially as it relates to building general contracting, mechanical and electrical system installations;
• Knowledge of construction practices in retrofit / renovation applications obtained through demonstrated experience;
• Ability to represent the company in a professional manner;
• Ability to work well with other team members to drive project success;
• Ability to use a computer, word processing, presentation, spread sheeting software and mobile applications;
• Ability to update and develop project schedules;
• Ability to work with diversified workforce;
• Ability to set and manage priorities judiciously;
• Ability to organize multiple priorities and to set and meet personal goals and deadlines;
• Ability to motivate in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to articulate ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences;

• An entrepreneurial spirit.
• Proven leadership ability;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Strong tactical skills;
• Self-motivated and directed;
• Keen attention to detail;
• Strong analytical, and problem-solving abilities;
• Solid interpersonal and team leadership skills;
• Confidence and ability to work under pressure;
• Strong Customer focus with well-developed Customer relations skills;

Primary focus is on daily deliverables, outputs and reporting. Accountable for managing one's own time and workflow but may be leading projects or project steps. Work is typically complex in nature requiring the incumbent to draw on previous knowledge to perform the role. Continues to build knowledge base but has a solid foundation to act independently the majority of the time. Still draws on experts and managers when needed but less frequently. Acts as a resource to less experienced staff on routine issues.

The problems and issues faced are complex. Incumbent draws on past experience on a regular basis to solve problems and take new perspectives on existing solutions. Accountable for direct level of reasoning and decision making.

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