Senior EPC Project Manager (PMP)

The Senior EPC Project Manager is responsible for providing project management systems and technical direction to EPC projects teams for the purpose of delivering safe, cost-effective and quality execution of medium to large scale electric substation, transmission, and distribution projects and/or client accounts. This position is the single point of accountability for the successful planning, execution and closeout of projects, which is accomplished through managing all aspects of EPC projects including scope, schedule, cost, safety and quality as defined in the Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK). Responsible for managing the client relationship and keeping company management informed of project status and issues. Incumbents are expected to have advanced skills, work independently and are to be considered experts in project management principles.

Duties & Responsibilities:   

With latitude for Un-reviewed work, the Sr. project manager will provide:

• Coaching and mentoring of other project management professionals


• Management of the project in accordance with Primoris Policies and Procedures


• Management of the client and project stakeholders, ensuring effective business relationships are in place and trusted by all


• All aspects of contract negotiation, change order identification, submittal and approval, administration, establishing the system to carry out the contract including management of subcontractors


• Effective change control and risk management processes


• EH&S and Quality & Control programs appropriate for the project


• Thorough estimates and proposals


• Effective project meetings (project kickoff, client alignment, status meeting, progress review, etc.)


• Provide meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate line management and project team members


• Project reporting and status for the project team, management, and client


• Provide accurate project financial reports to project accounting with adequate backup for management, internal and external accounting and/or SOX requirements


• Effective financial controls to ensure project profitability and expected cash flow positions


• Accurate invoices to ensure timely issuance and payment

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years experience in the utility industry with proven Project Management experience


• At least 3+ years of past work history in EPC projects


• PMP Certification


• Detailed knowledge of project management fundamentals


• Skilled in engineering theories and principles


• Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications with MS office application proficiency including MS Project and/or Primavera scheduling software


• Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic as well as complex technical documents, formal letters, invoices


• Demonstrated skills in oral communications; ability to make presentations to large, diverse groups


• High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment with a bias for action


• Proven success in developing and maintaining internal and external relationships while effectively navigating organizational barriers


• High commitment to achieving goals and plans


• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills


• Demonstrated negotiating and decision-making skills


• Working knowledge of project accounting practices and financial systems


• Working knowledge of EPC, Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms


• Working knowledge of the techniques needed to lead and influence others in a matrix organization


• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds


• Experience working directly with material manufacturers in the development of Transmission Lines or HV Electric Substation projects

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in fields related to electrical utility industry or construction management


• Advanced or Master PMP


• OSHA 30 Certification


• Mid-management or Supervisory experience

Company Overview

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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