Planet Forward Jobs (13)

Pay Rate : $20 / hr

Overview :

Administrative support to help with pulling invoice back-up for clients that are cost plus for the FBS Industrial finance team.

Duties include :

• Generating accounts receivable invoices and prepare for mailing
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies
• Prepare monthly statements and correspondence as needed

Qualifications :

• Some billing experience and general administrative experience
• Comfortable with completing repetitive tasks
• Accounting background is a plus

Qualifications :

• Bachelor of Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent years in industry experience
• 5+ years of experience managing projects
• Working knowledge of gas piping systems
• Background in natural gas distribution and transmission work preferre

Responsibilities :

• Our client is looking for a passionate Project Management Professional in Denver, CO who is driven by collaboration, exceeding expectations, and challenging the status quo.
• The PM will be developing and delivering on project scopes, budgets, reports, contracts, and schedules. Youll provide motivation and direction to project teams.
• The successful Canidate will be responsible for upfront planning and execution for HP Gas Transmission Pipelines and Facilities including Land and ROW, Permitting, Materials, Engineering, Contractor Management, Gated Execution, and Closeout.

Must be proficient in managing Scope, Schedule, and Cost.

Contracts Manager Remote, United States

6 to 12 months contract-to-hire

Full time 40 hours

5 years minimum in EPC transaction pursuit, large construction contract review and negotiation, and contract document control

Bachelor Degree Required

Renewable energy experience highly preferred

Job Summary :

Work within the Construction Transactions Team, which is part of the larger Commercial Services Group, with responsibility to bring new construction business in the Wind, Solar and Energy Storage fields through the stage gate process to successful closure.

The team primarily works on Construction Agreements (Wind Turbine, Solar, T&D, and Energy Storage). The team works on all accompanying exhibits and such other ancillary documentation / contracts as may be required to support the new business.

Summary :

Work within the Construction Transactions Team, which is part of the larger Commercial Services Group, with responsibility to bring new construction business in the Wind, Solar and Energy Storage fields through the stage gate process to successful closure.

The team primarily works on Construction Agreements (Wind Turbine, Solar, T&D, and Energy Storage). The team works on all accompanying exhibits and such other ancillary documentation / contracts as may be required to support the new business.

Essential Functions :

• Work cross functionally to close new construction contracts, with high focus on exhibits and ancillary documentation, including ability to write scopes of work, as required.
• Manage the entire contract closure process kickoff meetings, tracking progress on EPC / BOP agreements, contract exhibits, coordinating meetings with customers and with internal stakeholders, document control via Procore etc.
• Lead / coordinate the preparation, review, negotiation, and closure of EPC / BOP agreements.
• Drive contract exhibit preparation, review, and closure process which involves interaction with multiple internal organizations, including Construction, Engineering, Development, Legal, Estimating, Risk Management, Tax, Project Controls, Procurement.

In addition, this will often involve interaction, coordination and negotiation with customers.

• Present, support, and lead-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Focus on other job-related duties / functions requested by the supervisor as needed, including support of supply chain technology transaction, flowdown of contract terms to ensure alignment between EPC / BOP and subcontracts / purchase agreements

Pay : $35-39 / hr

Overview

Key Responsibilities :

• Building strong partnerships with hiring managers to forecast and develop plans for key staffing initiatives
• Developing, posting, and maintaining quality job descriptions and advertisements for open positions, ensuring consistency across all postings
• Sourcing candidates through creative social media tools and developing robust networking avenues
• Initiating contact with passive candidates for openings and maintaining candidate pipelines
• Working collaboratively with business leads to screen potential candidates
• Utilizing internal applicant tracking system to review applications and maintain candidate progress
• Closing offers and completing hires, making sure all candidates have a positive, well informed experience during the recruiting process.

Continuing to support communication with members of the on-boarding team to ensure a successful experience for new hires

• Ensuring compliance with all federal / state laws and regulations, including affirmative action plan compliance
• Recognizing and assisting with any situation within our business that can be assisted with HR support
• Reflect our vision, mission and core values throughout our business, holding safety as a priority

Qualifications :

• EPC Electrical Engineering recruiting experience
• High-touch, technology driven communication
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• Strong human relations skills (written, verbal, client service)
• Presentation and negotiation skills
• Problem-solving skills (identify, analyze, research, evaluate, resolve)
• Understanding of Human Resource Information System(s) and ATS systems
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Recruiting experience, preferably in engineering or technical roles but open to other experiences also
• Full Life Cycle Recruiting, managing hiring manager relationships

N Our client, who is one of the largest environmental services firms in North America is looking for Environmental Specialist to join their renowned team of professionals.

They provide leading institutions in the higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and industrial sectors with diverse services and advice to assist them with compliance management.

As an Environmental Specialist you will support our clients by managing their hazardous waste programs & projects, utilizing state & federal regulations.

This is a labor-intensive role that requires a high-level of technical aptitude and the ability to deliver high-level customer service

Essential responsibilities and duties :

Technical :

• Completion of on-boarding and Safety Training Development Program
• Safety equipment inspections
• Hazardous waste inspections
• Perform and document environmental health and safety (EHS) audits for clients
• Regularly preparing chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, including creation of all federal / state waste documents and managing the paperwork for the material Following any applicable state and federal regulations Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) & Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
• Develop understanding of OSHA regulations as well as Health and Safety practices
• Monthly on-call responsibilities as part of our Emergency Response team

Hands-on :

• Material handling (e.g. transportation of materials within client sites as well as from client sites to transfer and / or end disposal facilities) Safe handling of hazardous waste containers on client sites, as well as loading / unloading of waste from vehicles
• Packaging and prepping of hazardous waste for shipment
• Spill response measures, including assessment of the spills and potentially leading the cleanup efforts
• Requires you to work 40+ hours per week and overtime is frequently required

Customer service :

• Professional attitude, high energy, and high-level communication skills required when dealing directly with client representatives
• High level of expertise (e.g. state / federal regulations, EHS standards, waste management procedures, etc.) Train clients on proper chemical safety and hazardous waste management
• Attending client operations meetings
• Training of new team member(s)

Qualifications :

• BS / BA in Environmental Science or Business-related degree or relative Military experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work as a member of a team as well as an individual

environmentalspecialist

Description :

• This position manages a wide variety of project types.
• The majority are substation equipment replacement programs that are high volume, low complexity type of programs.
• This position also has a variety of Telecom related projects where our Telecom Department has a need to replace equipment within a substation.
• Equipment failures are also included in this positions portfolio.
• These failures are urgent in nature with a very fast paced timeline.
• There is also a possibility that small pole replacement projects could be included in the portfolio of this position.
• Tthis position manages the portfolio assigned through the established project process, but with a quicker paced approach.
• This position would benefit from having Transmission or utility experience, especially Substation project experience.
• This position is required to forecast monthly and annual project spend for each project within the portfolio and explain variances of their forecasts.
• This position will be in the field, inside active substations and walking the land easements of our pole lines.

Education Requirement :

Associates / Bachelors - more focused on experience

Required Qualifications :

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Graduation from a two-year college or university. Working knowledge of project management principles.
• Working Knowledge to Proficiency in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving; Project related work experience;

Risk Management; Project Leadership; Proven Collaborative Team Member.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Graduation from a four-year college or university.
• Utility Technical Certifications / Training; PMI (PMP or CAPM) Certification; CMII certificates; Professional Engineer License.
• Working knowledge to proficiency in project related Scheduling / Cost Controls.
• Experience in utility industry. Knowledge in construction management.
• The Project Manager I may have relationships with individuals in various organizations ranging from individual contributors to Senior Department Leadership (i.

e. individual contributors up to executive management).

Pay : $20 / hr

Overview :

• Provides courteous and efficient customer service and answers basic customer inquiries.
• Provides routine administrative support to assigned group.
• Support team with customer requests, utilizing company computer program.

Job Description

We are a pioneer in groundbreaking scientific and engineering developments since the 1960's, is a national engineering and environmental consulting firm that provides integrated services to the energy, environmental and infrastructure markets.

We serve a broad range of clients in industry and government, implementing complex projects from initial concept to delivery and operation.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Engineer / Project Manager for our growing Civil Engineering Services team in Austin, Texas .

The ideal candidate will have experience in planning, designing, and overseeing civil engineering projects including design of drainage facilities, site grading, potable water distribution, and sanitary sewer utilities construction, and project management initiatives within either municipality, land development, state or grant funded projects, roadway, stormwater management, and / or utility design.

This position has the unique ability to partner with and lead some of the best engineers, project managers, and other technical staff in the industry.

Responsibilities

Ability to oversee the execution using engineering best practices on a wide variety of projects for a wide variety of clients, adapting to new environments quickly.

Multi-tasking is a must within this environment.

• Be involved and understand in all project aspects including design / study development, construction management, project management, RFI's / RFPs / Submittals, pay requests, and client meetings.
• Direct and oversee project leads and other technical staff with construction management tasks such as material submittal reviews, build reviews, and coordination with Contractors and clients.
• Direct and oversee project leads and other technical staff in the production of project plans, specifications, scheduling, budgeting, technical memoranda, and cost estimates.

Includes getting acceptance from all approval agencies and the client.

• Conduct site visits, inspections, and assist with client development and technical completeness, for infrastructure projects with staff.
• Ability to recruit, hire, mentor and manage staff for their development needs including full office financial accountability.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, cities / clients, and other public agencies. This will include business development with existing clients and new.
• Ability to coordinate, schedule, and oversee multiple staff members with varying degrees of experience and technical abilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Texas PE is required.
• 8 - 12 years of related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be flexible, well organized, accountable, and dependable.
• Physically able to perform work in the field.

Preferred

• Experience using computer assisted engineering and design software to prepare engineering and design documents (examples include software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and GIS).
• Experience with projects involving Texas municipalities and regulatory agencies.
• MS in Civil Engineering is a Plus.

We are an equal opportunity employer : disability / veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Description :

The Facility Siting project scope includes (2) Replacement Buildings, (2) Building Fortifications, (2) Building Demolitions and (2) Internal Building Demolitions which will be de-occupied and secured with access control.

New Utilities including portable water, firewater, sanitary sewer, and fiber are required to support the new buildings. The new Control Room will require controls migration for full operability.

The building demolition and air gapping scope will be performed after the new buildings receive a Certificate of Occupancy and personnel moves are complete.

Construction Manager

• The Construction Manager is responsible for the onsite day to day operations and work execution. They provide administrative and technical management of all field related personnel, contractors, and work activities on a construction project site.
• Direct, coordinate and supervise on-site construction team.
• Responsible for all construction activity that occurs on the project site, including project reporting, contractor management, contract compliance, client interfaces, client relations, engineering interfaces, and delivering the project within the approved project schedule completion date.
• Interface with client representatives, municipal authorities, and other contractors as necessary to execute the project.
• Support scheduling (updates), engineering, commercial management, and field staff.
• Encourage and demonstrate a commitment to generating a positive safety culture.
• Supervise and direct overall construction effort to verify project is sequenced and constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Responsible for contractual performance of contractors.
• Enforce compliance with project procedures, work rules and client requirements.
• Develop and foster effective client and contractor relationships.
• Coordinate and communicate with the Engineering Manager and Discipline Engineers to resolve field engineering items.
• Collaborate with the project team to develop and implement execution procedures.
• Verify contractor monthly progress and validate payment applications are in accordance with monthly progress.
• Review and recommend to owner approval or rejection of contractor payment applications.
• Provide technical assistance, interpretation of drawings, and recommendation of construction methods and equipment installation.
• Complete weekly progress reports to communicate construction progress, achievements, and issues.
• Review all contractor field reports.
• Assess future work activities and identify any concerns with work plans by utilizing 3-week look-ahead reports and the overall project schedule.
• Utilize project schedule to evaluate critical path activities and progress deficiencies and provide recommendations for implementing corrective actions as required.
• Interface with client representatives, municipal authorities, and other contractors as necessary to execute projects.
• Coordinate and communicate with the Engineering Manager to resolve field engineering items.
• Oversee the final construction documentation turnover process to clients. This includes construction turnover to clients or internal startup and commissioning teams.
• Coordinate PSSR support, tie-ins, electrical outages with owner’s site representatives.
• Validate routing of technical documents between contractors, and owner.
• Manage the project action item list for results and resolution.

Requirements : Skills

Skills

• Computer Skills
• MS Office Suite
• MS Teams a plus
• Leadership Skills
• Communication Skills
• Decision Making Skills
• Organizational Skills
• People Skills
• Customer Service Skills
• Collaboration Skills
• Critical Thinking Skills

Experience

• Construction Supervision
• Leadership Role
• Construction Industry Knowledge

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager for their Sacramento location. They are a MEP subcontractor and commercial service company self-performing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and underground utilities for the commercial and industrial industries.

They work in the industrial, commercial, healthcare, biotechnology, and food-grade technology industries.

Key Responsibilities :

• Managing all business aspects of multiple concurrent projects and ensuring financial targets are met while maintaining established quality standards.
• Supervising and mentoring select project managers and assistant project managers on your team.
• Actively maintaining customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and quality of service.
• Managing all activities associated with materials, budgeting, and production for assigned project(s).
• Planning, Estimating and scheduling resources to meet project milestones.
• Acting as liaison with the customer and project staff to properly identify and process scope changes, address issues, communicate regarding project milestones, etc.
• Managing project related correspondence and documents through designated document management system

Requirements :

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of related project management experience with an HVAC contractor, required; commercial / industrial experience.
• Computer proficiency, particularly with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to multi-task in a high volume, fast-paced work environment with very tight deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized, detailed-oriented, and efficient.
• Estimating experience with Timberline and Procore, preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Project

JOB SUMMARY

Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Facilities Project Manager to join their non-profit organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of facilities projects, from planning and design to execution and completion.

This includes handling budgets, coordinating with contractors, ensuring adherence to building codes and regulations, and supervising maintenance and renovation projects.

The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, excellent project management skills, and a deep commitment to our organization's mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Develop, plan, and implement project strategies for our facilities, including construction, renovation, and maintenance projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Oversee and manage all phases of the projects from conception to completion.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other construction and building specialists.
• Ensure all projects adhere to all building codes, regulations, and quality standards.
• Prepare and present project proposals, reports, and findings to senior management.
• Manage project budgets, including tracking expenses and ensuring all projects remain within budgetary limits.
• Foster relationships with vendors, contractors, and community stakeholders.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding non-profit facilities management.
• Serve as contact for owners / landlords as well as vendors and contract service providers.
• Oversee the functioning of all building systems including mechanical, electrical, fire / life safety, and plumbing.
• Ensure building operations comply with all local zoning laws and regulations and obtain zoning approval as needed.
• Provides support to launch new programs and close existing programs.
• Site Inspections : conduct site inspections with Manager no less than every other year for all sites.
• Assist Facilities Manager with upkeep of lease database, including facility lease renewals.
• Initiate facility-related damage claims with the insurance company under the direction of the Facilities Manager.
• Support sites with fire inspections and ensuring fire extinguishers are current.
• Provide excellent customer service support to internal and external customers.
• Comply with all Company rules, policies, and procedures including HIPAA standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management or a related field, preferably within a non-profit environment.
• Proven experience in project management and facilities operations.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, processes, and equipment.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local building codes and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Capability of effective planning and priority setting. Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Enjoy working in an office environment as well as in the field working with diverse populations.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.
• AppFolio, LeaseCake, or similar property management software knowledge a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Description

Wishing you could have an ownership stake in the company you are working for? We are an award-winning full-service Engineering, Architectural, Construction, Environmental, Permitting, and Consulting services firm.

We are a 100% employee-owned company with regional and project offices nationwide. We plan, designs, constructs, and manages projects all over the world with one mission in mind to make our clients successful.

Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for Project Managers to join our growing business in our Akron, Columbus, and St.

Louis offices. The Project Manager will manage, direct, and coordinate all aspects of work related to electrical substation engineering and construction projects.

The Project Manager is expected to establish, maintain, and proactively grow client relationships into repeat business and expanded service offerings.

The Project Manager will be responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, the successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationships with the project Owners, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and all other project stakeholders.

Additionally, the Project Manager will assist in the pursuit of new clients which includes but is not limited to coordination with client Account Managers and our leadership with direct marketing responsibilities.

Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include :

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
• Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships, and focus on repeat work within each client Account.
• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including but not limited to siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
• Own internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing / resource forecasts, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with clients regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.
• Manage all aspects of project communication.
• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems, and implement the project execution plan.
• Direct and coordinate activities of several disciplines on a project of moderate scope or a combination of smaller project
• Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA / QC guidelines.
• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.
• Travel to client and project locations will be expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited curriculum.
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience, including 3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects in the Transmission & Distribution industry.

Completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
• Must have experience with the production of applicable engineering design and construction documents.
• Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• Demonstrated success in project management which includes proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination & communication, budgeting, schedule management, and client coordination.
• Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters.
• Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Previous consulting experience preferred.
• Professional Registration and / or Professional Certification preferred.
• Expert knowledge of project management methodologies and tools including the use of Microsoft Project or equivalent

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