Project Manager
Apply NowCompany: TD Thornton
Location: Rocklin, CA 95765
Description:
TD Thornton is a premier consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. We have a strong on-boarding and training program which sets our people up for success. All are welcome to apply especially those with engineering, construction management, business analytics, scheduling and project management backgrounds as well as anyone who truly enjoys teamwork.
Job Overview
Sector: Electric Utilities
Seniority: Open to all levels
Location: Rocklin / Sacramento, CA / Hybrid
As the project manager, you will be responsible for the scoping, design, construction and commissioning of large capital projects. Under general direction, you will exercise your judgment and be responsible for all aspects of assigned projects. Projects typically have a multi-year duration, and some may be high profile. As an owner's representative you will be protecting the client's interests, providing advice, and making decisions in their behalf. The position requires skills in managing cross-functional, multi-location project teams using cutting edge project management methodologies.
Your Day-to-Day Activities:
Plan and Organize
Create and maintain project plans - define activities, work breakdown structures, predecessors, successors, resources, and baselines
Prepare business cases, contingency releases, and manage project budgets within established project governance rules
Develop, monitor, and update cash flow projections
Ensure project scope control and documentation is maintained
Analyze
Analyze and report on variances for project cost and schedule
Create and maintain Excel spreadsheets for reporting and analysis
Measure the progress of activities and milestones in project plans
Execute
Lead meetings for project scoping, constructability review, design review, competitive bid, construction inspection, commissioning, and as-built incorporation.
Negotiate and execute contracts, process change orders and report actual costs
Drive consensus, communicate responsibilities, and ensure ownership and accountability
Arbitrate and resolve conflicts within the project
Manage change control, involving project sponsor and stakeholders
Conduct design and drawing reviews on-site with various project stakeholders to identify and mitigate any issues and challenges identified during this process
Communicate
Prepare and present timely and actionable status updates
Facilitate focused and cross-functional meetings and calls
Draft and communicate meeting minutes, risk registers, decision logs and status reports
Represent the client to government agencies and make presentations to senior management and stakeholders
Work with various government entities in submitting and obtaining permit approvals
Interact with customers concerning land rights
Manage Risk
Lead the project team in identifying, tracking, and mitigating risks, issues, and opportunities
Escalate risks and issues in order to keep projects on schedule and on budget
Identify and communicate lessons learned and incorporate into projects as best practices
You'll be prepared for this job if you have...
A Bachelor's degree
Five plus years of work experience in project management or construction management
Good verbal and written communication skills
A willingness to travel for site visits, kickoff meetings, and other project-related needs
You'll stand out if you have...
Professional Engineer (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
Experience with electrical distribution, substation, or transmission projects
Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
A natural tendency for taking ownership and a willingness to lead
A strong commitment to quality and attention to detail
A passion for training and building a team
Compensation & Benefits
A Competitive Base Salary
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Accounts (HSA's)
401(k) with a Company Match
Annual Bonus
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Account
About TD Thornton
Since 2005, TD Thornton has been helping our clients bridge organizational gaps by providing best-in-class consulting services and staff augmentation. Whether we are part of the contractor's team or serving as an owner's representative, we offer a wide spectrum of construction management support services to help our clients mitigate risks and deliver successful project outcomes. We believe our diversity is part of our strength and are proud to be a woman-owned and minority-owned company.
Learn more about us on our website and on LinkedIn.
$106,000 - $155,000 a year
Job Overview
Sector: Electric Utilities
Seniority: Open to all levels
Location: Rocklin / Sacramento, CA / Hybrid
As the project manager, you will be responsible for the scoping, design, construction and commissioning of large capital projects. Under general direction, you will exercise your judgment and be responsible for all aspects of assigned projects. Projects typically have a multi-year duration, and some may be high profile. As an owner's representative you will be protecting the client's interests, providing advice, and making decisions in their behalf. The position requires skills in managing cross-functional, multi-location project teams using cutting edge project management methodologies.
Your Day-to-Day Activities:
Plan and Organize
Create and maintain project plans - define activities, work breakdown structures, predecessors, successors, resources, and baselines
Prepare business cases, contingency releases, and manage project budgets within established project governance rules
Develop, monitor, and update cash flow projections
Ensure project scope control and documentation is maintained
Analyze
Analyze and report on variances for project cost and schedule
Create and maintain Excel spreadsheets for reporting and analysis
Measure the progress of activities and milestones in project plans
Execute
Lead meetings for project scoping, constructability review, design review, competitive bid, construction inspection, commissioning, and as-built incorporation.
Negotiate and execute contracts, process change orders and report actual costs
Drive consensus, communicate responsibilities, and ensure ownership and accountability
Arbitrate and resolve conflicts within the project
Manage change control, involving project sponsor and stakeholders
Conduct design and drawing reviews on-site with various project stakeholders to identify and mitigate any issues and challenges identified during this process
Communicate
Prepare and present timely and actionable status updates
Facilitate focused and cross-functional meetings and calls
Draft and communicate meeting minutes, risk registers, decision logs and status reports
Represent the client to government agencies and make presentations to senior management and stakeholders
Work with various government entities in submitting and obtaining permit approvals
Interact with customers concerning land rights
Manage Risk
Lead the project team in identifying, tracking, and mitigating risks, issues, and opportunities
Escalate risks and issues in order to keep projects on schedule and on budget
Identify and communicate lessons learned and incorporate into projects as best practices
You'll be prepared for this job if you have...
A Bachelor's degree
Five plus years of work experience in project management or construction management
Good verbal and written communication skills
A willingness to travel for site visits, kickoff meetings, and other project-related needs
You'll stand out if you have...
Professional Engineer (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
Experience with electrical distribution, substation, or transmission projects
Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
A natural tendency for taking ownership and a willingness to lead
A strong commitment to quality and attention to detail
A passion for training and building a team
Compensation & Benefits
A Competitive Base Salary
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Accounts (HSA's)
401(k) with a Company Match
Annual Bonus
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Account
About TD Thornton
Since 2005, TD Thornton has been helping our clients bridge organizational gaps by providing best-in-class consulting services and staff augmentation. Whether we are part of the contractor's team or serving as an owner's representative, we offer a wide spectrum of construction management support services to help our clients mitigate risks and deliver successful project outcomes. We believe our diversity is part of our strength and are proud to be a woman-owned and minority-owned company.
Learn more about us on our website and on LinkedIn.
$106,000 - $155,000 a year