Project Manager, Underground

Posted 13 Days Ago
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Dublin, CA, USA
In-Office
135K-165K Annually
Senior level
Professional Services • Energy • Industrial • Automation
The Role
Lead small- to medium-scale underground construction projects from initiation through completion. Define scope, budgets, schedules, resources, and deliverables; manage safety, quality, costs, change orders, and customer satisfaction. Coordinate stakeholders and project teams, resolve issues, develop critical-path schedules, evaluate cost-to-completion, support estimating and business development, and maintain an onsite presence at jobsites. May supervise project staff and travel to offices and worksites.
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Who We Are
At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging are foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.

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Position Summary:
As a Project Manager you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the successful execution of increasingly complex small to medium-scale construction projects.  Operating with minimal supervision, you will be responsible for project planning, management direction, achieving project completion, ensuring customer satisfaction and delivering a positive financial outcome.

What You Will Do

  • Collaborate on work procurement and engage in business development activities to identify new project opportunities. 
  • Lead the entire project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring safety, budget adherence, high-quality standards, and timely delivery.   
  • Take ownership of project results and work closely with all stakeholders to define project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, budget, and timeline.   
  • Communicate clear expectations to team members and stakeholders, serving as a mediator between them. 
  • Proactively resolve issues and address problems throughout project life cycle. 
  • Effectively manage project scope by documenting and obtaining approvals for any changes via change order forms.  
  • Lead, coach, and motivate project team members proactively to foster a high-performance work environment. 
  • Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices. 
  • Maintain a physical presence onsite and regularly visit jobsites to oversee progress and provide assistance to the project management team as needed. 
  • Performs other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice

What You Will Need to be Successful

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field (architecture, engineering, etc.), and five+ years underground project management experience or relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and/or field experience.
  • Strong understanding of construction cost, scheduling, estimating and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting practices.
  • Proficiency in estimating, including preparing and presenting job change orders, evaluating estimates, and contributing to new estimates.
  • Proficiency with project management tools and software packages. Experience with project management tools and software packages, with a preference for familiarity with Accubid Estimating systems.
  • Knowledge of and experience with integrated job cost systems, budgeting, report evaluations, and final costing.
  • Proficiency building critical path schedules for projects and understanding construction sequencing across all disciplines.
  • Experience with design-build delivery models is highly preferred.
  • Ability to actively engage in the construction process and accurately evaluate final “cost at completion” on a regular basis.
  • Effective identification and quantification of project impacts, along with sound negotiation skills with customers for change orders.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing people and teams.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, problem solving, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to changing environments and priorities.
  • Skill in eliciting cooperation from senior management and cross-functional departments.
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work environment.
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • May supervise or coordinate the work of others who assist in specific assignments
  • May directly supervise project staff
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Special Requirements/Physical Demands/Working Conditions

  • Work is primarily performed in an office setting with minimal health or safety hazards.  Noise level and temperature is moderate.  Minimal lifting or climbing.  This position is expected to be fully in-person, onsite, with some travel not limited to, other offices, work sites and local business errands. 

Our Benefits
-100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee
-401k Program w/ Direct Benefit
-100% Employer-paid Life Insurance
-Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program
-Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit
-Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

*PRIME Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. PRIME hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and field experience
  • Five or more years of underground project management or relevant experience
  • Understanding of construction costs, scheduling, estimating, engineering principles, techniques, and accounting practices
  • Experience preparing and presenting change orders, evaluating estimates, and contributing to new estimates
  • Proficiency with project management tools and software packages
  • Experience with integrated job cost systems, budgeting, report evaluations, and final costing
  • Ability to build critical path schedules and understand construction sequencing across disciplines
  • Ability to evaluate cost at completion and quantify project impacts
  • Negotiation skills for customer change orders
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing people and teams
  • Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills
  • Ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities
  • Ability to elicit cooperation from senior management and cross-functional departments
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with Accubid Estimating systems
  • Experience with design-build delivery models

Prime Electric Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Prime Electric and has not been reviewed or approved by Prime Electric.

  • Affordable Benefits Health coverage is described as 100% employer-paid for medical, dental, and vision—including dependents—for some roles, which minimizes out-of-pocket premium costs. Feedback suggests this is a standout element of the package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company contributions is included for staff roles, while union field employees receive retirement benefits through IBEW/NECA trust plans. Together, these point to strong long-term savings support.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Profit sharing and discretionary performance bonuses, including holiday advance bonuses, are part of the offering. Feedback suggests these programs add tangible upside beyond base pay.

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The Company
HQ: Bellevue, WA
625 Employees

What We Do

Prime Electric is a leading electrical and data systems contractor providing a full spectrum of services, including design, installation, and maintenance. Operating across the West Coast, the company serves private sector clients in industries such as healthcare, biopharma, data centers, and renewable energy. With over 30 years of experience, Prime Electric is committed to sustainable practices and delivering high-quality, efficient electrical solutions for complex projects.

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