Outback Contractors Inc. is seeking a Program Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of utility programmatic project work from inception to completion. The Program Project Manager is responsible for the preparation, coordination, and delivery of utility construction programs safely, on time, and within budget with a focus on areas of safety, resource planning, scheduling, procurement, cost management, internal/external reporting, performance tracking, estimating, change order management, billing, and collaboration with the overall project team. This position requires strong skills in leadership, decision-making, and accountability in areas of cost controls, client relations, project reporting, and accurate performance tracking.
This is a full-time salaried position located in our Fresno, CA office.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES
Lead project planning, setup, and execution by establishing optimum structures for performance, including budgets, cost codes, scheduling, phasing, cash flow, and controls.
Manage client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for project performance, projections, and accrual reporting.
Ensure the maintenance of common systems and processes to deliver compliant reporting, timely/accurate project updates, customer billing, scheduling, material procurement, subcontractor management, documentation, and budgeting adherence.
Validate compliance with safety standards, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations throughout all phases of work.
Generate, process, and manage submittals/RFIs and coordinate with internal team members to ensure resources are delivered on time.
Coordinate with superintendents, clients, subcontractors, and other members of the project team to support project delivery and performance.
Collaborate with the project team to assess and identify project opportunities or obstacles that could impact project schedule and/or performance and document the development and implementation of determined corrective actions.
Track, analyze, and communicate project performance against established metrics, including schedule adherence, cost management/control, production attainment, DSO, and profitability.
Coordinate scheduling of subcontractors, inspections, equipment, and material procurement to support field operations.
Review and approve timecards from field operations and ensure accurate phase coding of direct labor and equipment costs to support performance tracking.
Review and approve supplier invoices and appropriately code project costs, including the review and release of subcontractor payments in alignment with contractual requirements.
Prepare and present monthly project performance reports and projections to management and stakeholders.
Collaborate with management to generate and maintain accurate backlog forecasts.
Ensure timely closeout of projects, including final reporting, punch list completion, and customer satisfaction.
Participate in the preparation and development of large-scale RFPs and client rate sheets as needed to support estimating team.
Manage contract values and change order processes to ensure compliance with audit requirements.
Travel to project yards or job sites as needed internally or as required by clients to maintain on-site presence and to facilitate communication and collaboration with project teams.
Provide mentorship, direction, and performance feedback to Assistant Project Managers/Project Coordinators
Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Skilled in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and office 365
Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, data processing systems/programs, scheduling, risk management, and cost controls
Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships at all organizational levels.
Proven ability to manage multi-faceted and complex projects concurrently under tight deadlines.
Meticulous with excellent organizational skills
Enthusiastic leader who is adaptable in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
Possess a self-driven approach to responsibilities and performance.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior team members.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field of study from an accredited university, or commensurate construction project management/ project controls experience
Documented project management, construction management, or project controls experience in utility, electrical, or heavy construction industries (consideration of equivalent experience in related industries)
PREFERRED:
5+ years of project management or project controls experience directly in utility electrical and civil construction services.
Specific experience coordinating or managing utility-based GO95 and similar compliance programs.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6, Oracle Primavera Cloud, or similar construction scheduling software
Experience with Viewpoint Vista or similar ERP / construction management programs
Experience with HCSS/HeavyJob or similar construction management software
WHO WE ARE
At Outback Contractors, Inc. and Basin Enterprises, Inc., we are proud to be family-owned companies built on trust, hard work, and long-term relationships. With decades of experience, we have earned a reputation for safety, quality, and reliability--delivering expertise in heavy civil construction, utility support, substation, renewables, T&D line work, and traffic control. By combining the agility of specialized crews with the resources of an established enterprise, we provide the capabilities and confidence on which our customers can rely.
Our culture reflects our family values: collaboration, accountability, and care for our people. We believe in empowering our teams, fostering growth, and building lasting partnerships rooted in respect and integrity.
Guided by our mission - "We Solve, We Build, We Deliver - One Handshake at a Time." - we go beyond building infrastructure. We build trust, strengthen communities, and deliver results that stand the test of time.
Our projects are regulated by federal and state laws which require all employees to successfully pass criminal background checks, MVR, and drug tests (pre-employment and random testing).
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