PROJECT MANGER

Project Manager Responsibilities – Underground Pipelaying (Sewer, Water, Electrical& Telecom) 1. Project Planning & Coordination • Develop detailed project execution plans and timelines for sewer, water, and electrical utility installation. • Coordinate with engineers, designers, and survey teams to finalize routing and layout. • Plan for trenching, shoring, dewatering, and backfilling operations. 2. Permit & Regulatory Compliance • Obtain necessary permits and approvals from local municipalities and utility agencies. • Ensure all work complies with environmental, health, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, local codes). • Coordinate utility locates (e.g., 811 services) to avoid damage to existing infrastructure. 3. Site Supervision & Crew Management • Oversee daily site operations and manage foremen, subcontractors, and equipment operators. • Monitor trench safety, pipe handling, and bedding/backfill procedures. • Enforce safety protocols and conduct toolbox talks and site inspections. 4. Budget & Cost Control • Track project costs, labor hours, material usage, and equipment utilization. • Manage vendor contracts and approve purchase orders and invoices. • Identify potential cost overruns early and implement corrective measures. 5. Quality Control • Ensure proper installation of sewer, water, and conduit systems per project specs and standards. • Coordinate pressure testing, mandrel testing, CCTV inspection (for sewer), and commissioning activities. • Maintain detailed records of installations, inspections, and approvals. 6. Stakeholder & Client Communication • Act as the point of contact for clients, municipal inspectors, utility companies, and consultants. • Conduct regular site meetings to provide updates, resolve issues, and ensure alignment. • Manage change orders and scope adjustments in a timely manner. 7. Scheduling & Logistics • Sequence construction activities to avoid conflicts between sewer, water, and electrical installations. • Schedule delivery of materials such as pipes, fittings, conduit, and backfill. • Manage utility shutdowns, tie-ins, and live connections with minimal disruption. 8. Documentation & Reporting • Maintain project documentation including daily reports, safety records, test results, and redlines. • Prepare progress reports and submit required documentation to authorities and clients. • Ensure proper as-built records and handover packages are completed.