Job Summary: The Electrical Service Manager – Janesville oversees the daily operations of electrical service and maintenance at Westphal & Company-Janesville. This role involves working closely with electricians, coordinators, project managers, and vendors to ensure customer satisfaction, profitability, and achievement of departmental and company goals. The manager is also responsible for recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and the supervision of electricians in the Wisconsin Service Department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce customer estimates for service projects across various sectors.
• Schedule and supervise Service Electricians, providing technical support to meet customer needs and timelines.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate Service Electricians.
• Review electrician work to ensure quality, safety, and adherence to standards.
• Manage work orders, vendor invoices, and ensure accurate billing and timely material orders.
• Oversee service vehicle maintenance and inventory management.
• Stay up-to-date with technical issues, codes, and industry trends.
• Maintain communication with vendors and manufacturers.
• Organize regular meetings with team members to share information and improve operations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Strong customer service skills with a focus on building long-term relationships.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical trade, including NEC and local codes.
• Proven leadership skills to motivate and guide the team.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and company software.
• Motivated for self-improvement and inspiring team performance.
• Professional appearance with a clean driving record.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Job Summary: The Service Coordinator will work closely with Westphal & Company’s Wisconsin Electrical Service Department. This entry-level position works directly with our customers, Service Electricians, Service Managers, Project Managers and Accounting personnel, to ensure accurate communication and scheduling.

Our applications and resume submissions are carefully reviewed and vetted by a real person, without the use of AI or automated technology. Each submission receives personalized attention to ensure a thorough and thoughtful evaluation.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the primary contact for customers, contacting the Service Department via phone or electronically.

• Provide exceptional customer service.

• Classify and prioritize customer inquiries and create Work Orders in our enterprise software system.

• Provide project support for Service Managers and Service Electricians to ensure that all personnel are dispatched and scheduled properly while meeting customers’ expectations.

• Collaborate with Accounting to review work orders and vendor invoices for accuracy while ensuring that customer invoices are sent out accurately and in a timely manner.

• Assist with the Service Department’s marketing and business development program through a variety of tasks focused largely on proposals, marketing collateral, and other communications.
• Leverage technology for efficient task management and documentation.

Qualifications & Experience: 

Required Skills: 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Detail oriented and highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments.

• Good computer skills: knowledge of and proficiency in common office applications such as MS Office, general software navigation and willingness to learn the company’s enterprise software.

Preferred Background: 

• Customer service experience.
• Technical knowledge or experience in contracting dispatch is preferred but not required.
• No specific education or electrical knowledge is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, manipulate, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: Work is performed in an office environment with low to moderate noise levels.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires initial training in Janesville, WI, for one month or longer, followed by ongoing work at our Madison, WI location.

Job Summary: The Payroll Administrator is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time while ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations. This role also involves preparation and filing of payroll tax returns, managing employee records, assisting with benefits administration, and providing support on payroll-related matters.

Our applications and resume submissions are carefully reviewed and vetted by a real person, without the use of AI or automated technology. Each submission receives personalized attention to ensure a thorough and thoughtful evaluation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (with a preference for HR- or Accounting-focused degrees).
• 5+ years of experience in payroll processing.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with federal and state labor laws and tax regulations and experience in completing and filing payroll tax forms.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and diplomacy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Understand and uphold company policies, as well as maintain competency in the procedures, work instructions, and other documentation required for safely, effectively, and correctly performing the duties specified below:

Payroll

• Process Payroll: Verify electronic timesheets, calculate wages, apply deductions, withhold taxes, and ensure timely payment to employees, including payroll taxes and benefits.
• Ensure Payroll Compliance: Adhere to federal, state, and local tax laws and benefits regulations, including payroll tax returns and W2 preparation and filings.
• Resolve Payroll & Benefits Issues: Address employee questions and resolve any payroll discrepancies or benefits concerns.
• Facilitate Audits: Provide necessary documentation and records for tax and union benefit audits.
• Assist with Monthly Union Reports & Update Union Pay Scales: Prepare and submit union-related reports and documentation as required.
• Maintain Records: Keep accurate payroll records and update employee status changes in the payroll system.
• Process Wage Garnishments: Handle legal deductions such as child support or creditor garnishments.
• Administer and assist with other Payroll duties as assigned

Human Resources

• Employee Benefits: Assist employees in the utilization and understanding of benefit programs.
• Support Drug Testing: Collaborate with safety personnel to administer drug testing requirements.
• Onboard New Hires: Assist with the payroll and benefits portion of the onboarding process.
• Workers’ Compensation & Unemployment Claims: Oversee claims for workers’ compensation and unemployment insurance.
• Assist with other Human Resources duties as assigned

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, manipulate, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: Work is performed in an office environment with low to moderate noise levels.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Westphal & Co., Inc., a Project Manager oversees the entire electrical construction project from the initial bid to final completion, all while working to increase efficiency and profitability as the project progresses. A Project Manager serves as the professional liaison between our company and the client and is also the primary support person for our field forces (Electricians and Low Voltage Technicians). Accomplishing these tasks is achieved by having a well-balanced amount of time spent in both the professional office setting and on the project site. The Project Manager reports full time in person to the Energy Project Executive.

Our applications and resume submissions are carefully reviewed and vetted by a real person, without the use of AI or automated technology. Each submission receives personalized attention to ensure a thorough and thoughtful evaluation.

Responsibilities include:

Westphal & Company estimates projects of all types, and the ideal candidate would possess the ability to estimate the following types of delivery methods:

1. Plans and Specification.
2. Design Build.
3. Conceptual Estimating.

• Perform quantity takeoffs as required. Request, receive, and evaluate major equipment and subcontractor quotes as required. Review quantities and totals for pricing.
• Seek cost effective methods of construction used by field staff and project managers for inclusion in future estimates.
• Secure most favorable material and other cost quotations.
• Become proficient with the company’s estimating software. Check calculations and compile them to point of proposal. Use company proprietary labor and material database when preparing estimates
• Assist in RFP proposal responses.

Business development is a key component to the complete project manager at Westphal & Company. Candidates should possess the ability or desire to perform the following:

• Develop targeted customers by fostering a relationship that results in getting project opportunities.
• Participate in activities that fall in line with the company’s business development plan.
• Establish and promote contacts with potential and/or past clients to obtain work. Pursue new markets for the company’s services and coordinate efforts with the Project Executive.
• Engage in social, civic, and trade activities that will enhance the prestige and goodwill of the company.

Managing projects at Westphal & Company require a project manager to follow our detailed system of processes which includes the following duties:

• Oversee the pre-construction process.
• Understand the project’s contractual requirements.
• Maximize project profitability
• Negotiate major material/equipment purchases.
• Work with the project foreman to lay out, plan, schedule, and engineer the work to create the highest value for the company
• Handle all correspondence relating to the construction project.
• Assist in managing the project’s labor force and personnel
• Monitor project productivity and profitability, take corrective steps as needed.
• Attend scheduled meetings relating to the project.
• Be familiar with the project’s manpower, equipment, and tool requirements.
• Advise and perform monthly billings.
• Perform monthly job cost projections to ensure an accurate WIP.

Solar Specific duties

• Interpret architectural, structural, and civil drawings to assist in the design process
• Identify problem areas that will affect design of new systems.
• Create/ understand single line drawings for Solar Installations
• Create construction documents with assistance from in house Electrical Engineer
• Basic understanding of utility rates
• Coordinate with utilities and other permitting agencies
• Understanding of interconnection process
• Understanding of Solar rebates and incentives
• Knowledge of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Knowledge of Vehicle Charging station
• Strong knowledge of Solar Equipment (Modules, Inverters, Racking)
• Strong knowledge of NEC and specifically Articles related to solar installations.
• Experience with commissioning and programming of equipment.
• NABCEP Certification preferred

In general, the Project manager must also possess these skills:

1. Excellent written skills and telephone etiquette
2. The ability to analyze problems and solve them
3. The ability to make independent decisions
4. The ability to communicate well with, have the respect of, and develop positive relationships with:
   • Electricians
   • Architectural and Engineering firms
   • General Contractor personnel
   • Clients
   • Other teammates
5. Perform sales/marketing efforts on behalf of the company
6. Ambition to attain personal and professional achievements
7. Honesty, integrity, overall standard of ethics
8. A positive attitude, work ethic, and ability to work as part of a team
9. The ability to listen
10. Intelligence, assertiveness, and confidence when representing company interests
11. A desire to innovate.
12. Efforts on behalf of the company’s strategic plan and achieving company’s goals
13. Have a thorough knowledge of industry standards, procedures, National Electrical Code, etc.

Job Summary: Westphal & Co., Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Estimator to join our PreConstruction team. The Estimator will be responsible for the quantitative analysis (takeoff), summarization, and bid preparation of prospective projects. This position reports directly to the Vice President of PreConstruction and plays a crucial role in delivering accurate, competitive bids that contribute to the overall success and growth of the company.

Our applications and resume submissions are carefully reviewed and vetted by a real person, without the use of AI or automated technology. Each submission receives personalized attention to ensure a thorough and thoughtful evaluation.

Key Responsibilities:

Estimating & Cost Control:

• Perform complete and accurate takeoffs of plans, ensuring they are completed in a timely manner.
• Have a thorough understanding of industry standards, materials, procedures, and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Utilize the company’s estimating software to prepare and refine project estimates.
• Propose value engineering suggestions for each project to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Refine estimates prior to bid submittal to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
• Understand the project’s design, risks, competition, key players, and other factors critical to bid preparation.
• Analyze and understand bidding procedures and identify strategic opportunities that could influence the bid process.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of two years of estimating experience, preferably in the electrical contracting field.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, industrial, and solar projects.
• Experience using estimating software and tools to create detailed bids.
• Engineering degree or relevant certifications are preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards, procedures, and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written communication skills and professional telephone etiquette.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, devise solutions, and make independent decisions.
• Experience in performing sales and marketing efforts on behalf of the company.
• Strong ambition to achieve personal and professional goals.
• Demonstrates high ethical standards, integrity, and honesty in all interactions.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and collaborative team mindset.
• Excellent listening skills, assertiveness, and confidence when representing company interests.
• Innovation-driven with a commitment to finding new ways to improve processes and outcomes.
• Ability to align efforts with the company’s strategic goals and contribute to the company’s long-term success.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, manipulate, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: Work is performed in an office environment with low to moderate noise levels.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

At Westphal & Co., Inc., a Senior Project Manager oversees the entire electrical construction project from the initial bid to final completion, all while working to increase efficiency and profitability as the project progresses.  A Senior Project Manager serves as the professional liaison between our company and the client and is also the primary support person for our field forces.  Senior Project Managers serve as mentors and trainers to other Project Managers while maintaining a portfolio of projects themselves. Business development activities and the willingness to participate are important as well. Accomplishing these tasks is achieved by having a well-balanced amount of time spent in the professional office setting, the project site, and at external events.  The Senior Project Manager reports to the Project Executive.

Responsibilities include:

Estimating

Westphal & Company estimates projects of all types, and the ideal candidate would possess the ability to estimate the following types of delivery methods:

1. Plans and Specification.
2. Design Build.
3. Conceptual Estimating.

• • Perform quantity takeoffs as required.  Request, receive, and evaluate major equipment and subcontractor quotes as required.  Review quantities and totals for pricing.
  • Seek cost effective methods of construction used by field staff and project managers for inclusion in future estimates.
  • Secure most favorable material and other cost quotations.
  • Become proficient with the company’s estimating software. Check calculations and compile them to point of proposal.  Use company proprietary labor and material database when preparing estimates.
  • Ability to lead and manage an estimate from cradle to grave.
  • Review and comment on estimates prepared by others.
  • Assist the Project Executive in developing win strategies.
  • Developing budgets for GMP proposals and assisting with RFP submittal.

Business Development

Business development is a key component to the complete Senior Project Manager at Westphal & Company. Candidates should possess the ability or desire to perform the following:

• Develop targeted customers by fostering a relationship that results in getting project opportunities.
• Participate in activities that fall in line with the company’s business development plan.
• Establish and promote contacts with potential and/or past clients to obtain work.  Pursue new markets for the company’s services and coordinate efforts with the Project Executive.
• Engage in social, civic, and trade activities that will enhance the prestige and goodwill of the company.

Project Management

Managing projects at Westphal & Company require a Senior Project Manager to follow our detailed system of processes which includes the following:

General Duties

• Oversee the pre-construction process.
• Understand the project’s contractual requirements.
• Maximize project profitability.
• Negotiate major material/equipment purchases.
• Work with the project foreman to lay out, plan, schedule, and engineer the work to create the highest value for the company.
• Handle all correspondence relating to the construction project.
• Assist in managing the project’s labor force and personnel.
• Monitor project productivity and profitability, take corrective steps as needed.
• Attending scheduled meetings relating to the project.
• Be familiar with the project’s manpower, equipment, and tool requirements.
• Advise and perform monthly billings.
• Perform monthly job cost projections to ensure an accurate WIP.

Other Duties

• Review and assist Project Managers with monthly cost projections.
• Assist the Project Executive in project cost reviews and as needed related to mentoring and training Project Managers.
• Assist on an as-needed basis in the solution of difficult construction and management problems or discussions with clients on project problems.
• Ability and experience to manage projects more than $5M.

In general, the Senior Project Manager must also possess certain skills, such as:

1. Excellent written skills and telephone etiquette
2. The ability to analyze problems and solve them.
3. The ability to make independent decisions.
4. The ability to communicate well with, have the respect of, and develop positive relationships with:

• Electricians
• Architectural and Engineering firms
• General Contractor personnel
• Clients
• Other teammates

5. Perform sales/marketing efforts on behalf of the company.
6. Ambition to attain personal and professional achievements.
7. Honesty, integrity, overall standard of ethics
8. A positive attitude, work ethic, and ability to work as part of a team.
9. The ability to listen.
10. Intelligence, assertiveness, and confidence when representing company interests.
11. A desire to innovate.
12. Efforts on behalf of the company’s strategic plan and achieving company’s goals.
13. Have a thorough knowledge of industry standards, procedures, National Electrical Code, etc.