About this role
About Us
Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions (QGS). With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.
Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.
Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.
About this Role
Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure solutions provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger, leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.
Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 270 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.
Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.
COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions
JOB TITLE: Project Manager
DEPARTMENT: Construction Operations
LOCATION: Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL (On site, full time)
REPORTS TO: Director, USACE Operations
MATRIX INTERFACES: Construction Manager, CQC System Manager, Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), Senior Project Controls Specialist/Scheduler, Document Control/RMS Admin, Finance, Contracts/Procurement, Legal/Compliance, IT/Cyber, executing Quanta operating companies and subcontractors
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEW
Quanta Government Solutions (QGS) is seeking a Project Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of the Rock Island Arsenal Power Generation and Microgrid project, delivered for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Louisville District, at Rock Island Arsenal in Rock Island, Illinois. The project brings together multiple Quanta operating companies and subcontractors to deliver power generation, medium voltage distribution, battery energy storage, controls and cybersecurity, civil, mechanical, and commissioning scope on an active Army installation.
The Project Manager is on site full time and serves as the project’s Tie-In Coordinator. This role owns the project’s use of the USACE Resident Management System (RMS), the submittal process, and monthly pay estimates, and is accountable for the project’s scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and contract compliance. The Project Manager works alongside the Director, USACE Operations, who serves as the face to the Contracting Officer and the District and is accountable for the program.
The Project Manager partners closely with the Construction Manager, who leads field execution, as well as the CQC System Manager, SSHO, Senior Project Controls Specialist/Scheduler, and Document Control/RMS Admin, and applies QGS PMO standards and the Acquire-Comply-Execute delivery model from Notice to Proceed through closeout.
What You'll Do
- Project Leadership: Own the day-to-day management of the project from Notice to Proceed through closeout, leading the project’s Integrated Project Team (IPT) and ensuring alignment with contract requirements, client expectations, and QGS business objectives.
- Tie-In Coordination: Serve as the project’s Tie-In Coordinator, planning and coordinating every connection to existing installation utility systems with the Government, installation stakeholders, and the Construction Manager, including outage requests, sequencing, and contingency planning that protect the installation’s mission.
- RMS Ownership: Own the project’s use of RMS in Contractor Mode, ensuring daily reports, submittals, RFIs, transmittals, correspondence, and schedule data are complete and current, supported by the Document Control/RMS Admin.
- Submittal Management: Own the submittal register and process, ensuring submittals are prepared, reviewed and certified by the CQC System Manager, and transmitted on time, tracking Government review and approval, and confirming approved submittals are in place before work proceeds.
- Pay Estimates: Prepare monthly pay estimates based on the approved cost-loaded schedule update, in coordination with the Senior Project Controls Specialist/Scheduler and Finance, with the required supporting documentation and certifications.
- Government Interface: Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for the USACE Resident or Area Office, the Contracting Officer’s Representative, and Government quality assurance representatives; lead weekly progress meetings and manage project correspondence.
- Change Management: Manage RFIs, changes, and contract modifications, provide timely notice of potential changes and differing site conditions in accordance with the contract, prepare change proposals and requests for equitable adjustment with estimating support, and coordinate time impact analyses with the Scheduler.
- Operating Company and Subcontract Management: Manage the scope, performance, and coordination of Quanta operating companies working under intercompany work agreements and of subcontractors, and partner with Contracts/Procurement on subcontract administration and long-lead equipment buyout.
- Budget and Forecasting: Develop and manage the project budget, monthly forecasts, cost to complete, and margin, and identify cost and schedule variances early with recovery plans.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, Davis-Bacon, Buy American, CUI protection (NIST 800-171), and contract safety and quality requirements in partnership with the SSHO and CQC System Manager, and maintain the project risk and opportunity log.
- Commissioning and Cybersecurity: Coordinate commissioning and Army cybersecurity certification activities with the commissioning agent, cybersecurity provider, and manufacturer representatives so systems are tested, certified, and accepted on schedule.
- Reporting and Closeout: Provide accurate project reporting to the Director, USACE Operations and QGS leadership, and lead closeout, including final inspections, as-built documentation, operation and maintenance manuals, warranties, and final payment.
- Team Leadership: Lead the project team by fostering collaboration, accountability, quality, and safety.
- Perform related project management duties for this project as assigned.
What You'll Bring
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years managing complex federal construction projects, with demonstrated success leading high-risk or high-value projects in regulated environments and consistently delivering safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
- USACE Experience: Demonstrated experience managing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) construction projects, with working knowledge of RMS (Contractor Mode), the USACE submittal process (ENG Form 4288 submittal register and ENG Form 4025 transmittals), pay estimates based on cost-loaded schedules, the three-phase Contractor Quality Control process, and EM 385-1-1.
- On-Site Availability: Ability to be on site full time at Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL, for the duration of the project.
- Education: Bachelor, associate’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a 4 year craft apprenticeship related field. Equivalent field experience may be considered.
- Certifications: PMP within 24 months of hire; Six Sigma, OSHA 30, CCM, PgMP, or other relevant certifications preferred.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Expert knowledge of federal contracting procedures and compliance frameworks (FAR, DFARS, DCAA), including changes, differing site conditions, Davis-Bacon, and Buy American requirements.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with project management, scheduling, cost control, and reporting tools, including Kahua, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills, with the ability to represent QGS credibly with Government representatives and installation stakeholders.
- Clearance and Access: Ability to obtain and maintain access to Rock Island Arsenal, including required background screening, and to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance if required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing power generation, medium voltage electrical distribution, battery energy storage, microgrid, or utility infrastructure projects.
- Experience planning and coordinating utility outages and tie-ins on active military installations.
- Experience on Army installations; Louisville District experience is a plus.
- Experience managing Design-Build (DB) or EPC projects for federal agencies.
- Experience managing affiliated companies and subcontractors under a single prime contract.
- Familiarity with Procore and Deltek Costpoint.
Preferred Licenses/Certifications
- PMP
- OSHA 30 Safety
- USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C)
- Field Trade Experience
Systems and Tools
- Owns the project’s use of RMS in Contractor Mode. All project artifacts, correspondence, cost/schedule data, RFIs, submittals, and change documentation must also be maintained within the QGS OPS Platform (GCC High), with full traceability, version control, and compliance with NIST 800-171 Rev 2 for CUI data.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Directs the operating company project manager responsible for the electrical scope, the commissioning agent, and the cybersecurity provider, who report to this role.
- Leads the QGS project team and coordinates closely with the Construction Manager, who directs field execution.
- May provide input into performance evaluations and staffing for the project team.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Travel Required: As needed; this position is based full time on site at Rock Island Arsenal
- Overnight Travel: As needed
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
If one-third of the time, “seldom” or “occasionally”; if one-third to two-thirds of the time, “occasionally to frequently”; if more than two-thirds of the time, “constantly”.
- Stationary Position - Frequently
- Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
- Climb - Seldom
- Kneel - Seldom
- Grab - Seldom
- Bend - Seldom
- Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
- Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
- Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Wet or Humid - Seldom
- Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
- Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
- Working in high places - Seldom
- Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
- Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
- Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
- Work with Electricity - Seldom
- Work with explosives - N/A
- Work on or near a source of radiation - Seldom
- Loud noise conditions (above 87dB) - Seldom
- Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions: Full time on site at an active Army installation construction site, where site PPE and EM 385-1-1 safety requirements apply.
Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AND WILL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, SEX (INCLUDING GENDER, PREGNANCY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND/OR GENDER IDENTITY), AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, VETERAN STATUS, AND/OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAW.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, INCLUDING DISABILITY AND PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS.WE PROHIBIT ALL TYPES OF DISCRIMINATION AND ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR IF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JOB APPLICATION, INTERVIEW, OR HIRING PROCESSES OR TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT Oscar Rodriguez at [email protected].
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What You'll Get
Our Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Access to mental health support and resources
- Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays
Growth & Development
- Ongoing training and development programs
- Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Recognition & Financial Well-Being
- Employee recognition and rewards program
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)
Family Support
- Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families
## Compensation Range
The anticipated compensation for this position is - depending on experience and qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.