About Us

Bernhard's core mission is delivering innovative engineering, construction, and energy solutions that empower our clients and promote a sustainable future. Bernhard is comprised of four divisions: Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, and Development, each with a distinct identity and service offerings. The intersection of our capabilities enables Bernhard to provide turnkey Energy-as-a-Service ("EaaS") solutions to our clients. At the same time, our divisions continue working in the market sectors and communities that the Company has traditionally served. Bernhard's vision is to be the leading EaaS provider in North America through the delivery of excellent, high-value service and innovative solutions for our clients.

Overview

The Project Manager I

The Project Manager I is responsible for the entire life cycle of a project from inception to closure. Ensures the project is delivered efficiently and effectively in accordance with the project scope, schedule, deliverables, risks, and expectations to deliver a successful project and exceed the Client's expectations.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include:

• Participate in business development activities through responses to the Request for Qualifications (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), and participation in project interview presentations.

• Work with the Client (internal or external) to define the project scope, schedule, deliverables, risks, and expectations to deliver a successful project.

• Develop a proposal to document the project scope, schedule, deliverables, measures of success, and associated fees.

• Develop an internal Work Plan to define revenue and budgets for the following: hours, internal cost, travel, and sub-consultants. Also, estimate reimbursable amounts.

• Ensure the revenue and budget estimates are entered into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to accurately reflect the execution of the project.

• Work with Leadership to ensure the project is correctly resourced per the established budgets and schedule.

• Schedule the project tasks and resources to ensure the agreed-upon schedule is met within the budget constraints established.

• Establish a project Kick-Off meeting and ensure all team members and Clients are effectively communicated with throughout the project.

• Manage team members and sub-consultants to ensure project objectives are met.

• Continuously track and report project execution against budget in terms of schedule adherence, deliverables, cost, and revenue.

• Where appropriate, technically direct/execute aspects of the project.

• Manage/exceed the client's expectations.

• Ensure the project is closed out and all commercial aspects are completed.

• Participate in relevant organizations for networking and professional development.

• Any other duties as assigned by Company Leadership.

This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and reports to the Engineering Director.

Qualifications

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in a Technical or Engineering discipline, Construction Management, or related discipline.

• 5 years of experience in one of the following sectors: engineering design, construction, facilities management, or energy.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience leading and managing a team of technical staff.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) qualification.

• Successful completion of the Bernhard Project Management training for internal candidates.

Travel Requirements

• 20-30% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Climbing stairs.

• Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

• Quiet environment.

• Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Bernhard is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

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Job Locations US

ID 2024-2003

Category Engineering/Designers

Position Type Full-Time

Remote Yes