Infrastructure Project Manager - Diverse Linx

Infrastructure Project Manager

Irving, TX || Miami, FL (Onsite Position)

Fulltime Position

Project Planning and Scheduling:

• Defining Project Scope: Clearly outlining what the project will deliver, and the tasks needed to achieve these deliverables
• Scheduling: Developing a realistic timeline that considers all phases of construction, from design and procurement to construction and commissioning. Tools like Gantt charts and Critical Path Method (CPM) can be invaluable
• Resource Allocation: Ensuring the right resources (Client, equipment, materials) are available at the right time to prevent delays

Risk Management:

• Identify Risks: Proactively identifying potential risks that could impact the project
• Develop Mitigation Strategies: Creating plans to minimize the impact of these risks
• Monitor and Adjust: Continuously monitoring for new risks and adjusting plans accordingly

Technical Knowledge:

While a project manager doesn't need to be an engineer, having a strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and technologies is crucial. This technical knowledge allows the manager to:

• Communicate Effectively: Understand and relay technical details between engineers, architects, and contractors.
• Make Informed Decisions: Assess technical aspects of the project and make decisions that align with overall project goals

Budget Management:

Managing the project budget is critical to ensure the project is completed within financial constraints. Key aspects include:

• Cost Estimation: Accurately estimating costs for labor, materials, equipment, and other expenses.
• Financial Tracking: Monitoring expenses against the budget to identify and address any variances promptly.
• Value Engineering: Finding cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality or performance

Leadership and Team Management:

A project manager must lead and motivate a diverse team, ensuring collaboration and high performance. Essential leadership skills include:

• Communication: Clearly conveying project goals, updates, and expectations to all team members and stakeholders
• Conflict Resolution: Addressing and resolving conflicts that arise within the team or with external parties
• Empowerment: Delegating tasks effectively and empowering team members to take ownership of their roles

Stakeholder Management:

Infrastructure projects involve various stakeholders, including clients, contractors, government agencies, and the public. A project manager must:

• Identify Stakeholders: Understanding who the stakeholders are and what their interests and expectations are.
• Engage Stakeholders: Keeping stakeholders informed and involved throughout the project to ensure their needs are met and support is maintained.
• Negotiate and Influence: Balancing stakeholder demands and negotiating compromises when conflicts arise
• Providing daily, weekly and monthly status reports on the project progress, risks, action items and progress summary.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:

Challenges and unforeseen issues are inevitable in construction projects. A project manager must:

• Analyze Problems: Quickly and accurately assess issues that arise
• Develop Solutions: Creating effective solutions that address the root cause of problems
• Make Decisions: Making timely and informed decisions to keep the project on track

Mandatory Skills

• PMP Certification or an Equivalent
• Creation and Execution of Project Plans
• Effective communication skills [verbal and written]
• Experience in creating and presenting status reports to stakeholders
• Risk Management
• Understanding of Project Management Life cycle, Project Management Tools
• Resource / Task Allocation and Resource Management Skills
• Collaboration skills to work with various engineering and infra, app support teams and interacting with customer leaders [Director+ Levels]