Project Manager III – Buffalo, NY

PROJECT MANAGER III

Summary:

Join Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. a leader in the construction industry with over a century of service supporting America’s most important infrastructure projects in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States.  Riggs Distler has a reputation as an employer of choice in the industry and promotes a safe, exciting, and team-oriented work environment, empowering people to grow and evolve with our business.

As a Project Manager III, you are responsible for the management of multiple construction projects. You’ll work closely with the customer to complete ground up projects of varying size and scope. You’ll direct Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents and craft personnel to promote and ensure safe work practice and conditions. The salary range is $122,000.00 – $150,000.00.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Paid Time Off
• Company sponsored Healthcare Plan including Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• HSA Account with Company Contribution
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Student Loan Payment & 529 College Saving Program
• Company Paid:
  • Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

• Manages all facets of project construction ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget execution
• Lead project teams by providing direction, coordination, and leadership across field and office functions
• Oversee day-to-day project management activities throughout the full project lifecycle
• Coordinate and attend project planning, pre-design, and design meetings with internal teams and clients
• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules; track progress and drive adherence to key milestones
• Review and recommend approval of submittals, RFIs, and change orders; monitor procurement, material deliveries, and schedule adherence
• Inspect the site, review and/or coordinate design reviews for the various disciplines, review for code compliance and adherence to the contract requirements
• Maintain complete and accurate project documentation, including contract documents, drawings, specifications, and change management logs
• Prepare correspondence for the Contracting Officer’s signature, maintain complete records of contract documents, project related documents, plans and specifications, samples.
• Track project performance against scope, schedule, budget, and KPIs; proactively identify and mitigate risks
• Monitor and control project costs, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and forecasts
• Review ongoing field work to ensure quality, safety, and constructability standards are met
• Coordinate closely with clients, engineering partners, and internal operations to ensure successful project delivery
• Support execution planning for complex work scopes including access, environmental constraints, and constructability challenges

Education, Skills, Experience Needed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• PMP (Preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive construction management experience in the Overhead Utility Transmission field
• Experience supporting or managing drilling & foundations, matting/access, and/or civil access scopes for transmission projects preferred
• Familiarity with EPC and/or E&C delivery models, including coordination across engineering, procurement, and construction phases preferred
• Experience working with utility clients (e.g., Avangrid, National Grid, Eversource) and understanding of their standards, processes, and expectations preferred
• Proficient computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project and Outlook). Experience with experience with Primavera (P6) or similar scheduling tools preferred. Proficient typing skills, 50 + WPM
• Strong understanding of project controls, including scheduling, RFIs, submittals, cost tracking, and change management
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to work effectively with clients, field teams, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate risks, issues, and solutions
• OSHA Safety training preferred
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as required

This job description is subject to change at any time.  It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested

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