job summary: Project Manager needed in Walnut Creek CA for large Utility Projects. This person will work with a team on a large portfolio of projects within the Transmission and Distribution industry. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelors degree in engineering, construction management or related field, at least 5 years of experience in utility project management. location: Walnut Creek, California job type: Contract salary: $75 - 95 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Serve as project point of contact with client regarding efforts such as coordination, strategic planning, scope management, and budgeting.Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout.Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.Manage internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing, legal coordination, risk management, and change management.Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.Manage all aspects of project communication.Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support. #LI-MT1 qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: Project Managementutility Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.