Project Manager - Electric Power

HOOPER

Commerce City (CO)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive benefits

Fitness room access

Job summary

A respected electric power contractor is seeking a Project Manager in Commerce City, CO. This role involves acquiring new business opportunities and managing various project responsibilities. Candidates should have a technical background in engineering or construction management and experience in Electric Power projects. The company offers a supportive work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

Minimum four years of technical education in engineering, construction management coursework, or completion of an apprenticeship.
5–10 years of prior experience with Electric Power Distribution/Transmission and Substation projects.
Experience supervising field crews through foreman.

Responsibilities

Acquire new business and manage client relationships.
Prepare project estimates, budgets, and schedules.
Coordinate and direct manpower, equipment, and tools for projects.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Strong interpersonal communication

Verbal and written communication skills

Budget management

Supervising field crews

Education

Technical education in engineering or construction management

Apprenticeship completion

Job description

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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. Highlighted features include a bright comfortable work environment, café with a staff kitchen, access to an outdoor terrace, and a fitness room with availability to a personal trainer. Hooper provides competitive compensation and many supportive benefits.

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

Actively pursues and acquires new business through developing and maintaining strong client relationships, presentations to prospective clients, a sound understanding of proposed project plans, specifications, and other contractual documents.
Prepares project estimates, budgets, schedules, and assists in project contract negotiations. Monitors adherence to these through attendance at job site meetings, project progress reports, performance evaluations, safety meetings, and collaboration with field supervision.
Works closely with architects and engineers to resolve design-related construction issues, including timely processing and approvals of project shop drawings.
Keeps customers informed of project progress and any significant issues and their effect on design or costs. Negotiates fee changes and releases completed projects to the customer’s full satisfaction.
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 maintains equipment, tools, and supplies, and ensures proper repair of equipment upon project completion.
Manages administrative aspects of contracts (change orders, rental equipment, timesheet coding, billing and expenses, collections, etc.) by coordinating with administrative staff and accounting and communicating financial details to relevant parties.
Maintains sound union relationships with field employees and local managers; participates in joint labor management committees and apprenticeship subcommittees; develops a thorough understanding of labor agreements.
Completes the job closeout process including resolution of punch list items, recording as-built drawings to reflect changes, and distribution of operating and maintenance manuals to the customer.
Strengthens 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 or special projects as assigned; may serve on corporate or division committees as required.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Minimum four years of technical education in engineering, construction management coursework, or completion of an 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 abilities, strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to track and manage a wide range of project budgets.
Experience supervising field crews through foreman.

Physical Working Environment

Works in a standard office environment; regular sitting or standing with computer use, with occasional bending, twisting, and light lifting.
Works on field construction sites in all kinds of weather to survey site conditions and coordinate with trades.
Ability to climb ladders and steps on site, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.

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