Project Manager

E2 Optics is an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. We help clients deploy remarkably efficient solutions that are modern, turnkey, and minimize operational costs. We design low voltage solutions that seamlessly integrate audiovisual, physical security, structured cabling, and wireless solutions, including DAS and WiFi systems. Our experience spans Enterprise and Government clients within the Energy, Finance, Health Care, Higher Education, Manufacturing, Media & Communications, and Transportation industries. Our Core Values, which are built around Safety, guide our business, employees, and relationships with customers and partners. We embrace these values to be a better business and better people, while having fun in the process. As a result, we've set a new standard, and our clients have made E2 Optics one of America's largest and fastest-growing companies.

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of the Project Manager is to serve as the site ambassador for local E2 Optics’ resources to effectively and consistently deliver value to the client. This position requires extensive experience managing the infrastructure installation of large multi-million new construction mission critical data centers. Responsible and accountable for strategic alignment and execution of E2 operations to drive timely project completion in accordance to budgeted scope, schedule and cost while exceeding safety and quality expectations. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safety is E2's number one Core Value. Monitor and ensure compliance with all E2 Optics, customer and applicable OSHA safety requirements.
• Promotes Company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture.

Safety

• Align business objectives, strategically plan and proactively allocate E2 resources to partner with and support the client within a holistic, risk management safety program. 
• Promote and foster a culture of employee empowerment to proactively prevent hazards in the workplace and enable coworkers to conduct their duties in a safe and efficient manner.

Deliver

• Manage project in accordance to scheduling metrics and maintain SPI within client expectations.
• Set expectations for subcontractor/vendor performance and drive efficiencies for project activities.
• Provide progress updates, reports and metrics as per contractual requirements and client requests.
• Manage installation strategies in conjunction with the local E2 operational personnel to ensure project is delivered on schedule and within budget.
• Ensure coordination with PE to facilitate project close-outs are completed in a timely, efficient and accurate manner.

Cost

• Complete post-project walk through ensuring the customer’s quality expectations have been met or exceeded.
• Oversee the development of all project closeout documents (As-Built drawings, Test Results, Continuous Improvement, etc.)
• Follow up with Customer and General Contractors to close projects out quickly and efficiently.

Account Management

• Cultivate and maintain customer relationship to maintain, secure and expand business opportunities.
• Evolve organizational structure to successfully execute build contracts based on project scope, scale, complexity, client expectations and support business sustainability. 
• Develop resource plan and evaluate needs in conjunction with site resource requirements. 
• Manage job cost/profitability and schedules through systems, processes and reporting.
• Work with customer teams to meet master schedule such as providing specific work dates for scheduled items.
• Track overall project status, evaluate cost vs. performance to ensure projects come in on time and within budget.
    The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2. 

Technology & Innovation

• Anchor training programs to effectively develop employees in technical, leadership, safety, quality, lean and cultural disciplines to facilitate maturity and performance of the organization.
• Lead by example and act as a coach and mentor to team members that influence and encourage them to promote a Lean culture and develop with emerging technologies.
• Provide opportunities for industry recognized technical development opportunities such as Commscope, BICSI, Corning, FOA, Panduit and other data center/structured cabling standards.

Training

• Anchor training programs to effectively develop employees in technical, leadership, safety, quality, lean and cultural disciplines to facilitate maturity and performance of the organization.
• Lead by example and act as a coach and mentor to team members that influence and encourage them to promote a Lean culture and develop with emerging technologies.
• Provide opportunities for industry recognized technical development opportunities such as Commscope, BICSI, Corning, FOA, Panduit and other data center/structured cabling standards.

Travel: This position is generally expected to travel based on project and client requirement’s.  The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2. Up to 75%

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• AAS or BS in Construction Management or Construction Engineering; relevant experience may substitute for degree
• RCDD or PMP preferred
• BICSI Certifications preferred

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certified preferred.
• Knowledge of general building codes and BICSI Standards.

Experience:   

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in data center construction and project management including the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure and managing large scale build projects including the ability to communicate, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Extensive experience managing large multi-million new commercial construction sites
• Experience managing mission critical data centers preferred
• Experience managing teams of 50-100 technicians on job sites
• Product experience with, but not limited to Corning, Panduit, Uniprise, Systimax, Siemon..

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Decision Making and Judgment: This position involves projects and/or assignments requiring considerable decision-making authority regarding procedures, plans, and schedules. Although there are sometimes problem-solving guidelines for particular problems, there may be no existing procedures or instructions for those problems. This individual may be on their own in solving problems and determining satisfactory solutions and providing support direct reports.
• Knowledge of Classified and Un-Classified structured cabling industry including technology, quality, and safety standards.
• Ability to support the Sr Project Managers or Regional Supervisor in leading, developing, and managing field employees.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to learn and support new and quickly-changing technologies.
• Ability to research solutions or information regarding technical issues.
• Good work habits under pressure, flexible during times of change.
• Ability to work within deadlines while maintaining high work quality including ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance.
• Effective performance management skills.
• Extensive knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.)
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position.
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.
• Demonstrated team work and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The standard work environment for this position is an indoors business office and construction environment. Ability to use a computer and/or hand tools while sitting or standing for extended periods of time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, use hands, stoop, kneel, bend, rotate, push, pull, reach with hands and arms on intermittent to regular basis daily. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  The employee must regularly carry and climb ladders to 20 feet.  The employee may be required to work in tight, confined spaces. The employee must demonstrate regular and on-time attendance. There could be a requirement of occasional travel by conventional means including aircraft, motor vehicle and the like within the region and to other locations as required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

DISCLAIMER:

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.