Program Project Manager Jobs in Lafayette, LA (NOW HIRING)

We understand that finding the right place to work isn't easy. At Beta Engineering, we believe in cultivating a team that wins together and takes on the most challenging projects in the high-voltage industry.
We engineer, procure, and construct (EPC) projects for a variety of customers, including those in the utility, industrial, and renewable energy markets. Our work includes substations, transmission lines and more. We help our customers achieve their goals of creating a stronger power grid by reducing risks and identifying innovative solutions for their project challenges.
Our Purpose: We pursue that which challenges us, growing our community to provide critical, creative solutions that achieve extraordinary results.
Our Values: We do what we say, we turn challenges into success and we win together.
Beta Engineering currently has an opening for a Project Coordinator in Pineville, Louisiana. The Project Coordinators assist Project Managers and project teams by ensuring that all changes in project communications such as; drawings, instructions and information regarding: equipment lists, pricing, change orders, schedule changes and contractual items (which collectively are known as transmittal packages) are complete and leave for delivery on time for receipt by customers, contractors, construction managers and other end users. The Project Coordinator manages this process on a daily and weekly basis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Review of project documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Manages project specific documentation including: equipment book, catalog cuts, test reports, equipment drawings, material lists and field documentation
• Updates and replaces document revisions in project archives and working archives
• Prepares subcontractor change orders for submittal
• Utilizes scheduling tools and makes modifications to schedules relevant to status and by requests from Project Manager
• Professionally calls on manufacturers, vendor and customers to gather information and answer questions
• Must be able to work with confidential information and insure the security of this information
• Attends and participates in project meetings and conferences calls
• Review all project transmittals
• Coordinate construction activities
• Manages project progress reports
• Manages project cost analysis
• Manage and coordinate design efforts
• Compile comments to design and vendor drawing reviews
• Oversee and securing all project permitting
• Manage and coordinate internal and external design requirements
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The Project Coordinator is responsible for carrying out additional responsibilities as requested by the Project Manager or a Vice President of Project Management.
• Interfaces with other department employees and customers on a regular basis.
EXPECTATIONS:
• Works in a clean and well-organized fashion
• Performs quality work, while meeting deadlines, with or without direct supervision
• Interacts professionally with other employees and customers
• Works effectively as a team contributor on all assignments
• Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
• Must have clean driving record as use of company vehicles is a requirement of position
• Desire to participate in continuing education and training
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor Degree from an accredited vocational or academic institution in the fields of Construction Management, Engineering or Technology; or a related field is preferred.
• A Bachelor Degree in an unrelated field or an Associate degree in a related field PLUS 3-5 years of experience in project work will be considered.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat is required.
• General knowledge of high voltage substations or transmission lines is preferred.
• Knowledge of scheduling software such as Primavera 6 or equivalent is preferred.
Referral Level: Professional
Not eligible for Enhanced Referral
Not eligible for External Referral
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At Beta Engineering, we empower our employees to identify innovative solutions and opportunities for future growth. Recognizing that our success begins with our people, we invest in our teams through technical, team building, and leadership training. If you want to be part of a team that is built on trust and excellence, apply today.
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Beta Engineering is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.
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