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.