Project Manager - Dry Utilities

Job Description: The Project Manager (PM) of dry utilities is responsible for coordinating all scopes of work associated with a project by planning, executing, and providing. The Project Manager of dry utilities reports directly to Manager and Director of Dry Utilities. Responsibilities - Project Management:·        Vet out potential projects by reviewing plans, site via Google Earth, and discussing project with client.·        Drafting proposals by identifying scope of work, pricing of services and delivering to client for review.·        Accomplishes project objectives by defining project purpose and scope; establishing standards and protocols; allocating of resources; scheduling and coordinating staff and consultants; evaluating assumptions and conclusions; resolving design problems, all done with doing the following:o   Performs site visits (i.e., site assessment - photos, note conditions and existing utility structures, etc.) o   Acts as a liaison between development and the utilitieso   Performs and drafts dry utility reports - will serve letters, availability of facilities, conflict check for all utilities and creating exhibits and / or conflict reportso   Assists in preparing of cost estimates by implementing unit pricing, calculation of utility fees (including refundable and non-refundable and reimbursable amounts) and designing utility layouts.·        Understanding and memorializing emerging dry utility construction practices and standards; participating in educational opportunities (i.e., SCE Seminars, LADWP Workshops, etc.); reading professional publications. ·        Understands the construction process (i.e., home building, road work, conduit/pad installation, etc.)·        Understands the various permits required for construction.·        Coordinates the undergrounding of facilities with the utility companies and contractor.·        Provides spatial requirements to development team (pads layout and clearance, gas meter, etc.)·        Determines conflicts between dry utilities and existing/proposed improvements.·        Prepares CAD files per utility standards.·        Understands how to extract specific information from various developmental plans (electrical, plumbing, etc.)·        Deciphers and processes utility easements and/or abandonment of easements.·        Meets projects budgets by monitoring project expenditures (i.e., team hours and sub-consultant costs), identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.·        Delegates tasks and assignments to APM staff.·        Trains new and existing staff.·        Review projects with APM staff to ensure overall project success by providing direction and feedback.·        Meets operational standards by contributing dry utility information to strategic plans and reviews; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems.·        Offers suggestions on innovation, staff training improvements, QAQC measures and any areas to promote division success.·        Exploring new coordination opportunities: identifying and memorializing processes, timelines, etc. to further the types of services offered to clients.·        Maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations (i.e., Building Industry Association).·        Assists the Accounting team with invoicing.·        Update accounting sheet to reflect billing over the duration of the project.·        Compiles submittal items for each utility depending on the scope of work involved.·        Offers suggestions on innovation, staff training improvements, OAQC measured and any areas to promote division success.Responsibilities - Business Development:·        Attend industry events/ networking.Qualifications & Requirements:·        3+ years of relevant work experience·        Preferred higher education (4-year degree)·        Competent in Microsoft Excel and Word·        Organized and innovative thinker·        Bluebeam/ CAD experience·        Quick learner capable of on-the-job training

Created: 2025-06-22