Project Manager - Solar

Socket.dev; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PPC Partners seeks an experienced Project Manager to ensure safe, profitable, and efficient execution of electrical projects across multiple sites. You will monitor safety, quality, productivity, and financial performance while driving sales growth and seeking new business opportunities.

The role requires a strong leadership presence, excellent communication, and a collaborative approach to align field and office teams with company goals and core values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Sciences, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Building Science, etc.) or related preferred.
• Extensive experience/knowledge of electrical construction, finance, and management.
• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non-negotiable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of projects including costs, billing, collections, and forecasting to maintain profitability.
• Track accounts receivable and working capital.
• Evaluate project goals based on labor, materials, and equipment resources; develop and implement strategies for efficiency.
• Share manpower, resources, and tools across branches and departments.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers; ensure high quality service is provided.
• Pursue safety initiatives and promote open communication between field and office.

Skills

MS Office

Strong communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Sciences or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

The Project Manager is responsible for the safe, profitable, and efficient execution of electrical projects, ensuring high levels of customer and employee satisfaction. This role oversees safety, quality, productivity, and financial performance, while also driving sales growth and finding new business opportunities. This position serves as a mentor to others and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives, aligning all activities with the company's mission and values.

At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart - Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom - Insightful, Integrity - Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage - Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility - Modest and Respectful, Passion - Unfailing Dedication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project & Financial Management

• Manage financial aspects of projects including costs, billing, collections, and forecasting to maintain profitability
• Track accounts receivable and working capital
• Evaluate project goals based on labor, materials, and equipment resources; develop and implement strategies for efficiency
• Manage change orders and pursue additional work opportunities during project
• Share manpower, resources, and tools across branches and departments

Customer Satisfaction & Development

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers; ensure high quality service is provided
• Take prompt action to resolve any customer complaints
• Survey all customers; achieve minimum satisfaction ratings and follow up on feedback for continuous improvement
• Prospect for new business leads and develop new business through interaction and networking

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination

• Pre-plan and identify methods to eliminate hazards daily by work tasks.
• Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention.
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents.
• Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.
• Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Sciences, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Building Science, etc.), or related preferred
• Extensive experience/knowledge of electrical construction, finance, and management

Experience, Skill and Abilities

• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity - both are non-negotiable
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to apply innovative and effective leadership techniques to maximize employee performance
• Exceptional organizational and documentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of the company and customers

Physical Requirements

• Office and field environment requiring sitting and standing. Travel to various work sites is essential, exposing employee to outdoor elements, noise and the need to stand and walk