Assistant Project Manager - HVAC

Company: Hooper Deforest
Location: De Forest
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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. Hooper provides competitive compensation and many supportive benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Matching 401(k) plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 paid holidays, Identity Theft Protection, Life Insurance, as well as Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage. General Summary: Assists project managers with assigned jobs by planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the preparations and executions of projects while meeting cost, quality, and equipment utilization and safety objectives. Principal Accountabilities: Assists in all aspects of project management including the preparation of project estimates, procuring materials, issuing subcontracts, attending pre-bid and other project progress meetings. Prepares project budgets and schedules. Monitors adherence to all the above through attendance at job site meetings, project progress reports, and working closely with field crew supervision. Prepares project estimates in a timely manner by engaging in detailed and accurate plan take-off, and solicitation of appropriate material, equipment a sub-contractor pricing. Responsible for expediting the CADD/BIM work for their projects. Keeps the customer fully informed of project progress and any significant issues. Assists in preparing change orders with committed costs and secures their approval in a timely fashion. Purchases equipment and other materials for projects. Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates manpower, equipment, tools, and supply needs to achieve project objectives. 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 relationships with field employees. Participates in industry-related organizations like ASHRAE and Mechanical Contractors Association meetings and educational programs, as requested. 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 operation and maintenance manuals to customer, including test and balance reports. Attendance at departmental meetings and social functions is required. Performs other duties/special projects as assigned. May serve on company committees as requested. Description of physical working environment: Works in a normal office environment and makes frequent client visits requiring driving personal vehicle. When 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. The ability to climb up and down ladders and steps on site with or without reasonable accommodation is required. Requirements: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Minimum 2-year technical education in engineering field, construction management coursework, or completion of apprenticeship in a respective discipline. 1 - 3 years of prior experience with related construction industry projects is preferred. Analytical and problem solving, strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable leading and guiding teams involved with company projects. Comfortable tracking and maintaining a wide range of project budgets. 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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