Job Description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Job Description

Purpose:

As an Industrial Electrical Project Manager, you will play a critical role in the success of our projects. While working under the direction of the Divisional Director, you will be a key leader in the management and growth of our field personnel. You will work collaboratively with the Project Managers and Construction managers while being the on-site point of contact during each phase of construction. With a focus on proper execution of site procedures, safety practices, expense management, and daily project reporting. You will ensure the delivery of a quality product while maintaining a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Accepts ownership of all job site activities and personnel to include on-site planning, material and equipment management, process execution, and safety.
• Ability to oversee and report daily progress to the project team, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Ability to interpret and manage construction activities based on installation standards, project files, drawings, documents & records.
• Lead Benchmarking, shareholder review, and approval activities based on Installation standards.
• Experience with basic project and construction coordination, including planning, scheduling, cost management, change order identification, procurement of material/receiving, and customer relations.
• Hold daily “Tailgate” meetings prior to work to discuss job site hazards, JHA completion, daily objections, and best practices.
• Uphold and facilitate our safety policy and the documentation of safety incidents.
• Coach/mentor employees while providing feedback on performance.
• Development and implementation of project procedures, schedules, and standards.
• Provide technical assistance such as interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods, specify and order materials, tools, and equipment.
• Review employee’s time and expenses ensuring accuracy and accountability.
• Manage crew efficiency and assess task-based time.
• Responsible to communicate conflicts or issues that have the potential to affect the schedule.
• Willing to lead by example and work alongside the field technicians when needed.
• Build and manage a weekly schedule with a forecasted 3-week look ahead.
• Adherence to local labor laws – Journeyman to Apprentice ratios.
• On-site company representative with strong communication skills, responsible for interactions with Inspectors, customers, landowners, OSHA, etc.
• Aid in engineering constructability, design, review, and execution planning.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Site Coordinator(s)
• Site Foreman
• Site Sub-Contractor(s)/Vendors

Qualifications

Qualifications

• The requirements listed in

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  s are guidelines, not fixed rules. You do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If you feel you are an excellent candidate, we encourage you to apply!

• A bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, related field, or equivalent combination of experience/education.
• On site Construction - Electrical Industrial experience (Required)
• Experience with the installation and maintenance of electrical construction projects.
• Ability to manage field personnel and subcontractors to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Experience with and ability to implement on-site training for field personnel.
• Effectively interface with all levels of management, staff, and customers (conference calls, bid walks, etc.)
• Competency in Microsoft applications (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Must be available to travel extensively within regional states, including overnight stays for up to weeks at a time if required.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that represents a history of safe and competent driving.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time
• Must be capable of working in inclement conditions to include extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at HR@KEway.com .

Additional Information

Total Rewards Statement

As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Typical requirements may include:

• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Ability to dig, backfill, and lift/carry up to 80 pounds

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at HR@KEway.com.

Knobelsdorff is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
• EEO is the Law poster  English –  Spanish
• EEO is the Law Supplement poster  English –  Spanish
• Pay Transparency Policy Statement  English

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