Project Manager - Electric Power

  • HOOPER CORPORATION
  • Deforest, Wisconsin
  • Full Time
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description: Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a

well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor. With

headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in the states of

Colorado, Florida, and Ohio. Hooper provides a wide range of services to

support commercial and residential clients. Our new facility is located

on 50 acres of rolling topography and woodland areas that create a warm

and welcoming aesthetic to the campus. A few highlights of the office

building include a bright comfortable work environment, caf with a staff

kitchen, access to an outdoor terrace, and a fitness room with

availability to a personal trainer. In addition, Hooper provides

competitive compensation and many supportive benefits. General Summary:

Responsible for acquiring new business opportunities. Plans, organizes,

directs, and coordinates the preparations and executions of projects

while meeting cost, quality, equipment utilization and safety

objectives. Principal Accountabilities: Actively pursues and acquires

new business through developing and maintaining strong client

relationships, presentations to prospective clients, sound understanding

of proposed project plans, specifications, and other contractual

documents. Prepares project estimates, budgets, schedules, and assist in

project contract negotiations. Monitors adherence to all the above

through attendance at job site meetings, project progress reports,

performance evaluations, safety meetings and working closely with field

crew supervision. Works closely with architect and engineers to resolve

design related construction issues including timely processing and

approvals of project shop drawings. Keeps customer fully informed of

project progress and any significant issues and their effect on design

or costs. Negotiates fee changes. Releases completed project to the full

satisfaction of the customer. Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates

manpower, equipment, tools, and supply needs within the department to

achieve project objectives. Purchases equipment and standardized

materials. Monitors and assesses maintenance and safeguarding of

equipment, tools, and supplies. Responsible for proper repair of

equipment upon completion of job. Manages administrative aspects of

contracts (change orders, rental equipment, timesheet coding, billing

and expenses, collections, etc.) by working closely with administrative

staff and accounting and communicating all financial details to

appropriate parties. Maintains sound union relationships with field

employees and local business managers. Participates in joint labor

management committees and apprenticeship subcommittees. Develop thorough

understanding of labor agreements. Completes job closeout process

including resolution of \"punch list\" items, recording of \"as-built

drawings\' to reflect all changes to originals, and distribution of all

operating and maintenance manuals to customer. Strengthen customer

relationships through hosting and/or participating in company-supported

events. Attendance at annual divisional and departmental meetings and

social functions is required. Performs other duties/special projects as

assigned. May serve on corporate and special division committees as

required. Requirements: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Minimum four years technical education in engineering field,

construction management coursework or completion of apprenticeship in a

respective discipline. 5 - 10 years of prior experience with related

construction industry projects. (Electric Power

Distribution/Transmission and Substation) Analytical and problem

solving, strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communication

skills. Comfortable tracking and maintaining a wide range of project

budgets. Supervising field crew through foreman. Description of physical

working environment: Works in a standard office environment. Tasks in

the office involve regular sitting or stan ing with computer use.

Repetitive typing is common, and occasional bending, twisting, and light

lifting may be required with or without reasonable accommodations. Works

on field construction sites in all kinds of weather to survey site

conditions and resolve coordination issues with the trades. The ability

to climb up and down ladders and steps on site with or without

reasonable accommodation is required. Hooper is an equal

opportunity/affirmative action employer. This company considers

candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity,

national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual

orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state,

or federal law. PI273324330 \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply

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Job ID: 482017315
Originally Posted on: 6/20/2025

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