Project Assistant

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Substation Construction Inspector for a position located in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The Substation Construction Inspector will be responsible for verifying all work performed by the prime construction contractor complies with our construction standards and the engineering prints.

Candidates must be a US citizen or hold a green card. The candidate must have at least 5 years of substation construction experience.

Substation Construction Inspector Responsibilities:

• Responsible for capturing any field changes to the design.
• Responsible for communicating properly to the responsible parties within the Company on a routine or daily basis.
• Responsible for insuring the constructor performs the Work to the Company's specifications and standards.
• Responsible for insuring the constructor uses the proper materials in the proper place on the Project.
• Shall take all precautions to protect Company's equipment, materials and customers and be a good representative for Company.

Requirements of the Substation Construction Inspector:

• 5-10 + years of substation construction experience.
• Previous Journeymen or Substation Electrician experience 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Construction Manager Assistant for a position located in Houston, Texas. The Construction Manager Assistant will assist with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures.

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years of relevant construction experience.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

• Adhere to the company's safety programs, training, and policies as well as collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.
• Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
• Assist in the development of internal and external project risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with the Legal Department as required.
• Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
• Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of multiple types of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization and support the Construction Manager or Site Manager with implementation.
• Secure applicable project permits required for the project.
• Support development of and coordinate the potential bidders' registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project team.
• Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, creation of contract documents for the purpose of subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.
• Support the implementation of multiple project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
• Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
• Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.
• Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
• Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
• Establish, review and implement the project documentation and filing systems and processes.
• Verify the project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities are in effect according to the project requirements.
• Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.
• Facilitate the materials receiving and management process including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation.
• Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's client contractors contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule.
• Facilitate the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty and project close out processes.
• Assist with maintaining compliance on all project related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.
• Assist with the development of project labor agreements with building trades as required.
• Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision as required.
• Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
• Work with field operations/craft hr team to appropriately staff projects.
• Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
• Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
• Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.
• Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates, production rates to ensure earned value, schedule, change management and ensure cost metrics are met.
• Assist with applicable craft training.
• Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years of relevant construction experience. Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.
• A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Project Manager for a position located in Houston, Texas. The Project Manager will manage, direct, and coordinate all aspects of work related to distribution engineering

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a minimum of 7 years of progressive distribution engineering experience.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion, including routing/siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, procurement, construction administration, and closeout.
• Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships, and focus on repeat work within each client account.
• Serve as primary point of contact with clients.
• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
• Own internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), legal coordination, risk management, and change management.
• Manage all aspects of project communication.
• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems, and implement project execution plans.
• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects follow internal QA/QC guidelines.
• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and matters requiring support.
• Work with department managers for appropriate project staffing and support the development of the
• Distribution team by assisting with hiring, training, and mentoring.
• Travel to clients and project locations is expected.
• All other duties as assigned. 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or related field from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive Distribution engineering experience, including 3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects. Completion of a master’s degree in a 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.
• 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.
• Must have experience with the production of distribution design and construction documents.
• Requires knowledge and experience working with the NESC code, as well as other industry codes and standards.
• Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• Demonstrate prior success in project management.
• Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.
• Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Ability to travel.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Previous consulting experience preferred.

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Construction Manager Assistant for a position located in either St. Louis, Missouri, or Columbus, Ohio. The Construction Manager Assistant will assist the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. 

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have at least 3 years relevant construction experience required.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

• Adhere to company's safety programs, training, and policies as well as collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.
• Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
• Assist in the development of internal and external project risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with the Legal Department as required.
• Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
• Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of multiple types of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization and support the Construction Manager or Site Manager with implementation.
• Secure applicable project permits required for the project.
• Support development of and coordinate the potential bidders' registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project team.
• Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, creation of contract documents for the purpose of subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.
• Support the implementation of multiple project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
• Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
• Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.
• Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
• Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
• Establish, review and implement the project documentation and filing systems and processes.
• Verify the project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities are in effect according to the project requirements.
• Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.
• Facilitate the materials receiving and management process including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation.
• Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's client contractors contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule.
• Facilitate the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty and project close out processes.
• Assist with maintaining compliance on all project related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.
• Assist with the development of project labor agreements with building trades as required.
• Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision as required.
• Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
• Work with field operations/craft hr team to appropriately staff projects.
• Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
• Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
• Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.
• Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates, production rates to ensure earned value, schedule, change management and ensure cost metrics are met.
• Assist with applicable craft training.
• Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant construction experience is required.
• Experience with Water, Transmission, and/or Distribution projects preferred.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.
• A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Project Controls Specialist for a position located in Newton, Massachusetts. The Project Controls Specialist will be responsible for leading the project controls processes with the internal project management team to execute project deliverables within budget and schedule.

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction management or related field, and 3 years of project controls experience.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

• Ensure project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.
• Analyze data, review logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.
• Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts for multiple projects.
• Follow project execution plans.
• Responsible for engineering, procurement and construction planning, scheduling, logistics and cost control.
• Serves as a point of contact for technical questions from the project team.
• Approve Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.
• Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.
• Interfaces with the Project Management Team and Accounting Department to review project costs and contingency costs and support external audits.
• Review upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.
• Develop and present a cash flow report.
• Develop various levels of schedules.
• Apply and review the entry of logic ties within the schedules.
• Monitor resource loading of a schedule.
• Support Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM).
• Create various schedule reports and determine appropriate reporting format.
• Develop, review, and analyze pre-programmed project scheduling reports and back-up documentation for accuracy.
• Consults with the project team on schedule progress.
• Analyzes and evaluates schedule management involving the critical path method of scheduling techniques, estimating, project cost management and forecasting.
• Perform schedule what-if scenarios.
• Develop and maintain an earned value management system.
• Input and validate progress measurement.
• Develop and maintain progress curves.
• Perform material takeoffs.
• Perform quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.
• Perform field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.
• Capable of assisting with Project Forensic Analysis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements of the Project Controls Specialist:

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction management or related field and 3 years of direct project controls experience.
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• OSHA 10-hour safety certification or ability to obtain.