Utility Project Manager Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

To be a team member at ADB Companies, or as we call it, part of the A-Team, you must be ALL IN to support the

company’s mission, vision, and values.

OUR MISSION: We are a customer-centric partner providing innovative solutions. The safety, well-being, and career growth of our team members are the benchmarks of our success.

POSITION TITLE: Project Manager

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

Position Overview:

ADB is a Nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, Technology, and Engineering. Our customer centric approach has ensured long term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team members as our greatest asset ensuring that their safety, well-being, and career growth are always our number one priority. Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on Safety, Wellness, Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and giving back to our Communities.

ADB is seeking an Project Manager to directly oversee utility construction projects, including internal and external crew management, in adherence to quality, safety, and production standards and expectations. This position will own the full cycle management of various size and scope projects, including all project financials. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of utility construction practices and people management skills, is quality and safety focused with a strong work ethic and an ALL IN attitude to achieve results.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provides mid-level management and oversite of work performed by internal construction team members and external sub-contractor teams including production, safety and quality
• Oversees direct labor field crews and Supervisors including time, attendance, performance, production, quality, and safety
• Full responsibility and oversite of the entire Project Lifecyle including creating project plans, production schedules, labor and equipment needs, quality standards, crew scheduling, etc.
• Full understanding of ownership of project financials including WIP, Job Cost Review, Cash, Expenses, and Profit/Loss management of each project they oversee
• Solutions focused to support and guide Supervisors, Inspectors, and field crews on Profit and Loss impacts and decision making day to day
• Creates and provides detailed reports, documents, drawings, and photos that include; material verifications, quality control and production results via electronic systems, trackers, and databases
• Full buy in and utilization of internal system management processes within ADB standards including NetSuite, UKG, Coupa, I404, etc.
• Processes, reviews, and approves subcontractor and vendor payments and invoices
• Provides required data on project production and status for timely customer invoicing and collection
• Upholds ADB’s safety culture onsite, leads by example and drives the philosophy of ZERO throughout all project sites
• Culture champion; leads by example and influences engagement into the ADB culture of community, wellness, development, and inclusion
• Team Leader and takes full ownership of team success including people development, culture engagement, performance management, compensation, etc.
• Performs other position duties when requested

Success Factors:

• Ability to travel Nationwide
• A strong belief in ZERO- Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
• Strong work ethic with an ALL IN attitude
• A high level of customer centricity
• Strong team leader with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment
• A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
• Self-motivated, goal- oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals
• Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
• Strong ability to influence desired outcomes by master relationship building
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel, )
• Proficient with various Project Management tools and ERP systems

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, walking, and driving
• Regular exposure to all weather conditions, especially hot, humid and/or rainy spring, summer and fall weather, combined with regular work time indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels on sites of projects being managed or coordinated
• When working on site, will be required to wear common protective of safety equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and safety boots

Experience and Education:

• 5+ years of utility construction experience with a strong technical knowledge of installations within the telecommunications industry required
• 2+ years of full cycle Project Management experience with P&L ownership responsibilities required
• Valid Driver License with the ability to drive a company vehicle required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required

The starting pay for this position is $90,000 annually and may vary based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

ADB Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates agree to complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screen.