Communications Manager jobs in Hillsboro, OR

Job Summary:

The Project Manager is the overall manager for assigned project(s). The Project Manager ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company's requirements, including but not limited to, safety, quality, management and financial performance requirements. All aspects of the assigned project(s) must be carried out as efficiently as possible with respect to staffing, materials management, financial management, customer care and customer delivery goals.

General Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Project Manager will recruit, hire, train, manage, supervise, promote, discipline and discharge, if necessary, all project related staff. Effectively manage all human resource issues (and escalate as needed) per Company policies and procedures. Complete recommendations for project related employees' performance ratings, promotions and pay changes. Provide guidance and mentoring to meet all customer and Company goals and objectives.
• The Project Manager will manage the workload distribution and monitor the customer delivery and job installation progress.
• The Project Manager will plan for, manage, monitor and maintain project profitability to achieve Company goals.
• The Project Manager reviews all job cost postings for accuracy and completeness, including but not limited to, the preparation of invoices, customer collections and periodic financial reporting to the customer and management.
• The Project Manager will manage all related quality and safety issues on customer work.
• The Project Manager will participate in and/or facilitate the bid process.
• The Project Manager acts as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• The Project Manager will create, develop and implement account process improvement(s).
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The Project Manager must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Must have proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
• Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Must be able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Must have the ability to learn Company and customer project management systems. The Security Systems Foreman must also have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Must be able to secure and maintain a Company sponsored American Express Card.
• Must be able to use the following trade Tools: punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, Krone/3M/BIX, butt set, volt-ohmmeter, 4-pair continuity tester and 5-gang punch tool.
• Regular attendance is mandatory.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must have experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the Company.
• Must possess a minimum of five (5) years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical or construction field.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
• Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.

Career Path:

• Position promotes into Operations Manager or Branch Manager.

Physical and Mental Requirements:
* Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and help to create, develop
and implement process improvement(s).
* Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and
business partners.
* Must possess proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to
effectively read, write and give oral direction(s) to project personnel.
* Must have proven mid skill level to interpret project documents, including but not
limited to, timesheets, spreadsheets and billing documents.
* Must be able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
* Must possess the ability to learn Company and customer project management systems.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
* Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
* Must have some experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the
customer and the Company.
* Must possess a minimum of three (3) years working experience.
* Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a related telecommunications
or construction administrative position.
* Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
* Must be able to effectively operate office equipment and computing devices commonly
used in the industry.
* Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
* Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
* Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to identify a project, create a project filing
system, develop detailed associated administrative tasks and manage these for project
final record keeping and audit.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2021 fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, IES produced over $1.53 billion in revenue and employed over 6,800 employees at over 99 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

• Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:
• Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs