Mike Wilke Is Appointed as the Director of Project Delivery

Bloomington, MN – October 2024 - Hunt Chief Operating Officer Keith Colvard has appointed Mike Wilke as the Director of Project Delivery at Hunt Electric. In this newly implemented position, Mike is working on numerous initiatives aimed at fine tuning our project management teams, systems, and knowledge. Some of his key responsibilities include:

• Project Financials – Working with division managers to monitor and guide project execution and streamline project management by creating standardized Qlik forms.  
• Scheduling – Advancing our use of a scheduling team to enhance project management efficiency.
• Kickoff / Interim / Post Project Meetings – Collaborating with project teams to establish thorough kickoff processes that set up projects for success.
• Hunt University – Developing comprehensive training curricula and assembling dedicated instructors, while implementing a mentorship program to support the professional growth of both new and existing Assistant Project Managers.
• Recruitment – Partnering with managers to forecast staffing needs and supporting Talent Acquisition in recruiting qualified candidates.

Growing up in a family of electricians sparked Mike’s passion for the electrical industry. His career with Hunt has followed an impressive trajectory. Beginning in 1995 as an apprentice, he rose through the ranks as a Journeyman, Foreman, General Foreman, Field Superintendent, Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Vice President, President of Hunt North, Senior Vice President of National Operations, and now Director of Project Delivery.

Having worked on a wide variety of projects, Mike says his favorite project thus far was the Xcel Energy High Bridge Power Plant in St. Paul. “It was the first local project I worked on after being on the road for 10 years. It was in my hometown so there were a lot of familiar faces, and I met people – Andy Leuer and Kyle Vevea – who would become long-term friends and co-workers. Xcel Energy has been a strong, supportive customer of ours as well.”

When discussing his enthusiasm for his new role, Mike is excited about working in a position that is not specifically related to Operations.  “My entire career I’ve been on the Ops side and would like to experience something different.  Also, more interaction with new people to the company and specifically, the electrical industry. I enjoy teaching and mentoring.”

Congratulations Mike, on this well-deserved achievement. You are one of a kind!