Assistant Project Manager - Fuels

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing and technology services.

When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole and subsequently, our Tribe. 

We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering a competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement. 

LOCATION: Remote- We do not require you to live in a specific location for this position, but you may travel to different job sites across the US.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Tepa Companies are seeking an Assistant Project Manager will assist the Mechanical Services Manager with day-to-day project management including project financials, scheduling, client and subcontractor coordination, quality, and safety.

Job Functions:

• Plans, coordinates, integrates, monitors, and appraises to support the preparation of project and contract proposals. Develops project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution of multiple projects.
• Ensures compliance with contractual terms.
• Maintains active communication with clients regarding technical progress and the status of the schedule and budget.
• Provides timely and accurate invoicing.
• Coordinates with Program Management to assemble the right project team.
• Manages scope changes.
• Identifies development opportunities for project technical staff.
• Complies with purchasing requirements.
• Performs project closeout activities.
• Ensures maintenance of technical communications and business files.
• Reports variances from plan, appraising impact of variances; recommending corrective actions.
• Prepares declarations of revenue.
• Participates in professional activities for the purpose of career development and corporate image enhancement.
• Monitors/evaluates, in conjunction with the Program Manager, project financial performance.
• Coordinates with the Mechanical Services Manager regarding project and personnel issues.
• Coordinates with the Quality Director regarding quality and technical issues.
• Coordinates with Area Safety and Health Manager regarding safety and health issues.
• Is responsible for the overall success, quality and safety of project execution.
• Develops project proposal costing and pricing.
• Develops and implements budgets for assigned projects.
• Responsible for the financial success of assigned projects and ensures that all projects are delivered on-time, within contracted scope and within budget.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• B.S. in Construction or Engineering practice OR minimum 8 years of progressive project/program management experience
• Experience and understanding of construction site quality control
• Petroleum tank and piping construction and repair experience
• Experience demonstrating progressive increase in financial/supervisory accountability and authority
• Client Management/Business Development background (minimum 2 years)
• In depth understanding of, and ability to work with various government contract types, including Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Firm Fixed Price, and Time & Materials
• Ability to tightly control and manage project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, contract changes, internal staff resources and subcontractors

Preferred (not required):

• American Petroleum Institute (API) 570 Piping Inspector Certification
• API 653 Aboveground Tank Inspector Certification
• NACE International Level I Coating Inspector Certification
• Steel Tank Institute Tank Systems Inspector Certification
• Business Management/leadership training
• PMP Certification