Senior Project Manager - Special Systems

Company: Cupertino Electric, Inc.
Location: San Jose
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Posting Title: Sr. Special Systems Project ManagerReports To: VP, Special SystemsLocation: San Francisco/Bay Area, CaliforniaSalary Range: $167,000 to $207,000Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.WHO WE AREFor nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.THE COMMERCIAL TEAMOur strong project management teams, dedicated in-house engineering resources and skilled union field staff work together seamlessly to deliver commercial projects that are as innovative and unique as the clients who build them.ABOUT THE ROLESenior Special Systems Project Managers at Cupertino Electric handle daily operations of special projects and manage a high-performing team. They provide internal and external coordination with project partners and stakeholders. They establish team member roles and responsibilities. They guide in defining structure and communication expectations for efficient work. The Senior Project Manager manages the team in planning, execution, and financial performance of projects. They use business practices consistent with our company values: people, safety, integrity, innovation, and excellence.Scope: Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Provides guidance to subordinates within the latitude of established company policies. Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).Complexity: Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Acts as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements; may have budget responsibilities.Discretion: Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add to costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization.Interaction: Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers and the company. Often must lead a cooperative effort among members of a project team.Supervision: Manages, perhaps through subordinate supervisors, the coordination of the activities of a section or department with responsibility for results, including costs, methods and staffing. In some instances this manager may be responsible for a functional area and not have any subordinate employees.

• Strategic Planning and Implementation: Work at a high level to develop and implement strategic planning. Ensure alignment with the organization's goals and aims. Have 5-10 years' experience in progressive and design-build projects in the respective industries. Have experience in projects worth $50 million or more.
• Project Oversight: Manage the progress of various projects within the organization. Manage the project team and staff, ensuring effective performance. Manage project timelines, ensuring projects stay on track. Must have knowledge and experience in systems design, construction, commissioning, testing, and integration. Must discuss systems scope from conceptual design to completion. Manage stakeholder expectations and project deliverables big picture.
• Budget Management: Manage and oversee project budgets to prevent overspending and ensure cost control. Track all costs to deliver projects within budget. SR. PM must know systems design, construction, commissioning, testing, and integration related to costing models. They must budget systems from conceptual design to completion. Manage estimating teams and communicate promptly to keep the project and PCOs on schedule. Manage the project plan and logistics with cost planning. Work with 3rd party budget review teams and support estimating and management teams. Partner with subcontractors and internal groups for alignment and commitment. Track overall installation quantities and widgets. Assist in QA/QC audits and reviews by system. Ensure pre-functional testing is managed and documented. Oversee testing plans and manage the process and results. Instill and manage safety plans and goals.
• Communication and Decision-Making: Ensure and manage all safety plans daily. Ensure the team understands safety risks in special systems projects like aviation and transit. Communicate with the team, make staffing selections, and prioritize project tasks. Send reports to the executive staff and stay updated on project progress. Engage with stakeholders to ensure projects meet expectations and specifications. Write and distribute project updates to the executive team weekly and monthly. Manage exceptional start-ups and ensure each project kickoff is consistent and compliant. Communicate legal and contractual obligations to the team. Assist in identifying and sharing plans to limit project risks. Manage and communicate company standards throughout the team and overall progression.
• Strategic Direction: Manage and deliver a project on time with high standards and consistent quality. Handle complex judgments and ensure alignment with organizational goals.ABOUT YOU
  • Thorough knowledge of the estimating, project cost accounting, scheduling, procurement, productivity tracking and reporting principles necessary to profitably complete electrical construction projects.
  • Experience with union workforces.
  • Verifiable experience of safe, reliable and integrity-driven work habits, including working in unsupervised field settings, and remote office locations when appropriate.
  • Strong management and leadership skills, to include a history of leading teams with a passion for developing employees.
  • Strong ability to influence and drive positive outcomes.
  • Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Project. Experience with Accubid Classic preferred.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAny combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred.Licensure/Certifications: None required.Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; At least five (5) years of Project Manager level experience in electrical construction or related activities in a leadership role and managing projects. 2 years of managing professional staff.*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.#LI-JJ1PLEASE NOTE: CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process.CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.Cupertino Electric Inc. aims to make cei.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact us at ceijobs@cei.com or 1-(877)-747-4CEI.
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