Project Manager - HVAC*

HOOPER; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the US is seeking a Project Manager for HVAC projects in De Forest, Minnesota. The role involves acquiring new business, managing project plans, and ensuring project objectives are met within budget and quality standards. Candidates should have a BS in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience in construction-related projects. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. The role requires both office and fieldwork, including site surveys and team supervision.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of prior experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to lead and guide teams or supervise field crews.
• Experience with project budgets.

Responsibilities

• Acquires new business through client relationships.
• Prepares project estimates, budgets, and schedules.
• Manages contract administrative aspects.
• Completes job closeout processes.

Skills

Analytical and problem solving

Strong interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Budget tracking

Education

4-year BS degree in engineering field or construction management

Job description

Project Manager - HVAC

HOOPER is a well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor headquartered in Wisconsin with regional offices in Colorado, Florida and Ohio. We are seeking a Project Manager – HVAC to acquire new business opportunities, plan, organize, direct, and coordinate project activities while meeting cost, quality, equipment utilization and safety objectives.

Description

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 assists in project contract negotiations. Monitors adherence 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.
• Strengths customer relationships through hosting and/or participating in company-supported events, including UW athletic activities, Madison performing arts and other customer area community related functions.
• 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:

• 4-year BS degree in engineering field, construction management, or completion of apprenticeship in a respective discipline preferred.
• 3 - 5 years of prior experience with related construction industry projects.
• Analytical and problem solving, strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable leading and guiding teams involved with company projects, or supervising field crews through foreman.
• Comfortable tracking and maintaining a wide range of project budgets.

Description Of Physical Working Environment

• Works in a standard office environment. Tasks in the office involve regular sitting or standing 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.

Location: De Forest, WI