Project Manager - Process Piping

HOOPER; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

9 paid holidays

Identity Theft Protection

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

Job summary

A well-respected electric power contractor in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager. The role involves acquiring new business opportunities, coordinating project preparations, and ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of two years in engineering or construction management with significant project experience. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and various benefits including Health and Dental Insurance, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of technical education in engineering, construction management, or related apprenticeship.
• Three or more years of prior experience with construction industry projects.

Responsibilities

• Acquire new business through client relationships and presentations.
• Prepare project estimates, budgets, and schedules.
• Resolve design-related construction issues with architects and engineers.
• Manage administrative aspects of contracts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Technical education in engineering

Construction management coursework

Job description

Assistant Project Manager – Electric Power Division

Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor with headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in Colorado, Florida, and Ohio. We provide a wide range of services to support commercial and residential clients and offer competitive compensation and many supportive benefits, including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; a Matching 401(k) plan; Paid Time Off (PTO); 9 paid holidays; Identity Theft Protection; Life Insurance; and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.

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, and 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 all of these through attendance at job site meetings, project progress reports, performance evaluations, safety meetings and working closely with field crew supervision.
• Works closely with architects and engineers to resolve design-related construction issues, including timely processing and approvals of project shop drawings.
• Keeps customers fully informed of project progress and any significant issues and their effect on design or costs. Negotiates fee changes and releases completed projects 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. Is responsible for proper repair of equipment upon completion of the 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. Develops a 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 the customer.
• Strengthens customer relationships through hosting and/or participating in company-supported events, including university athletic activities, Madison performing arts and other community-related functions.
• Attends annual divisional and departmental meetings and social functions as required.
• Performs additional assignments as requested by management. May serve on corporate and special division committees as required.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Minimum two years of technical education in an engineering field, construction management coursework, or completion of an apprenticeship in a respective discipline. Three or more years of prior experience with related construction industry projects.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; strong interpersonal skills; and verbal and written communication skills.

Description of Physical Working Environment

• Works in a normal office environment and makes frequent client visits requiring personal vehicle use. In the office, regularly works from a sitting position with a computer. Repetitive typing and computer use required. Regular bending, twisting, and light lifting is common.
• Works on field construction sites in all kinds of weather to survey site conditions and resolve coordination issues with the trades.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders and steps on site is required.

Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Hooper 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.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior Level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industry

Construction