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Willmar Electric

Journeyman - Marshall, MN

Marshall, MN · On-site

$42 - $47/hr

... contractor. At designated times, a Master/Journeyman will direct the on-the-job electrical training of apprentices. Looking for full-time Journeymen ready to work 9 Hour Days starting at 7 AM, Monday ...

Aerotek

Apprentice Facilities Technician

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

... contractors as necessary. * Support the troubleshooting of rooftop HVAC units when needed, while major HVAC work will be outsourced. * Conduct general building maintenance, including painting, minor ...

Water Resources Group

Union Carpenters

Deerwood, MN · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

As an ENR Top 200 Environmental Contractor, we leverage our expertise to provide best-in-class ... We hire people at all levels, from apprentice to superintendent , and offer work across the state ...

Rice Lake Construction Group

Union Carpenters

Deerwood, MN · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

As an ENR Top 200 Environmental Contractor, we leverage our expertise to provide best-in-class ... We hire people at all levels, from apprentice to superintendent, and offer work across the state of ...

Rice Lake Construction Group

Union Carpenters

Deerwood, MN · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

As an ENR Top 200 Environmental Contractor, we leverage our expertise to provide best-in-class ... We hire people at all levels, from apprentice to superintendent, and offer work across the state of ...

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How much do contracting apprentice jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for contracting apprentice in Minnesota is $20.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.45 and $22.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contracting apprentice?

Contracting Apprentices are individuals who are learning the skills and knowledge needed to work in contract management or procurement roles, typically within government or large organizations. They participate in a structured apprenticeship program that combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Their responsibilities may include assisting with contract drafting, reviewing proposals, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting negotiation processes. By the end of their apprenticeship, they gain practical experience and a foundational understanding of contract administration, making them well-prepared for roles as contract specialists or managers.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a contracting apprentice?

To thrive as a Contracting Apprentice, you need a strong understanding of procurement principles, attention to detail, and basic business or finance knowledge, often supported by a relevant associate's or bachelor's degree. Familiarity with contract management software, government acquisition systems, and Microsoft Office Suite is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help you collaborate with stakeholders and manage multiple tasks efficiently. These competencies are crucial for ensuring compliance, minimizing risk, and supporting successful contract execution in dynamic work environments.

What challenges do contracting apprentices face during their training, and how can they overcome them?

Contracting Apprentices often encounter challenges such as learning complex procurement regulations, adapting to fast-paced project deadlines, and balancing on-the-job training with coursework. To overcome these hurdles, it's helpful to proactively seek mentorship from experienced contracting professionals, stay organized with task lists, and regularly review training materials. Open communication with supervisors and participating in team discussions can also accelerate learning and help apprentices feel more supported as they build confidence in their role.

What is the difference between Contracting Apprentice vs Electrician Apprentice?

AspectContracting ApprenticeElectrician Apprentice
Required CredentialsOn-the-job training, some certificationsPre-apprenticeship programs, electrical certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, contracting companiesElectrical installations, maintenance sites
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction and contracting firmsElectrical contractors, utility companies

Contracting Apprentices and Electrician Apprentices both undergo on-the-job training and may require similar certifications. However, Contracting Apprentices work broadly in construction and contracting environments, focusing on general building tasks, while Electrician Apprentices specialize in electrical systems. Both roles are essential in the construction industry, with overlapping skills but distinct specializations.

What are the most commonly searched types of Contracting jobs in Minnesota?

The most popular types of Contracting jobs in Minnesota are:

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Construction Project Executive - Wind (Nationwide Opportunities)

MasTec Inc

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

MasTec rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 155 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 80 rated construction

Job description

Overview
The Construction Project Executive is responsible for directing, planning and managing multiple construction project(s) ensuring projects are financially successful, safe and quality driven, as well as fostering and growing new client relations. The Project Executive will be assigned to one or more Clients and will be responsible for those Client’s projects from estimate through close out.

Location & Travel Details: You’ll get the opportunity to work across the US, helping our team build renewable projects. This position can be remote with regular travel (up to 50%) to job sites.  A vehicle allowance will be provided. When travel is required, meals and lodging will be covered on a corporate expense card.

Company Overview

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor). 

We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. 

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. 


Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

  • Promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures
  • Oversee multiple projects and maintain prime contract with Owner
  • Foster and maintain Client Relations to get repeat business
  • Partner with Procurement on subcontractor and supplier awards
    • Coordinate team for takeoff and bid assembly assignments
    • Identify key trades for concentration and notify selected subcontractors of bid dates
    • Ensure quotes are obtained for all trades
    • Review all bids for their entirety and compliance with contract
    • Award contracts to subcontractors and establish Job Timing for contract
  • Finalize the design with the Owner of each project
  • Partner with Field Operations on staffing needs and scope specific processes
  • Quote and manage all change order and Owner’s request for extras
  • Identify, research, and resolve all contract disputes with the Owner
  • Review the submittal and approval process of the monthly application with the Owner
  • Collaborate with Sr Safety Manager on any jobsite safety issues
  • Manage and resolve or assist site leadership (or construction managers) in resolving all conflicts such as failure of subcontractors to perform, failure of materials to arrive, contract disputes and trade conflicts
  • Review with all the various local agencies to determine final acceptance, which will include release of all bond monies and final Certificate of Occupancy
  • Review the project and determine acceptability of completed work on an on-going basis
  • Visit jobsites on ongoing basis, inspecting the work and establishing final punch list
  • Maintain site coverage between active sites as required
  • Review labor and equipment analysis of the crew and equipment planners
  • Oversee project management teams, including Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and Construction Managers
  • Set and ensure execution of project goals and expectations
  • Ensure Project Managers successfully execute the duties in their job descriptions
  • Invest time and effort in enhancing apprentices’ skills and knowledge – champion the process
  • Provide positive environment to support coaching and mentoring of apprentices
  • Commit to accurate classification to ensure PWA (Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship) compliance when applicable
  • Commit to involving PWA (Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship) team prior to subcontract negotiations
  • Ensure documents in regard to discipline for apprentices gets filled out completely and submitted to HR and PWA team for DOL purposes

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum of five years of construction Industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Zero Injury principles
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Procore Primavera, Timberline, and Construction Software
  • Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations
  • Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities
  • Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers and the general public
  • Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
  • Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
  • Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations
  • Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Working Environment:

  • When visiting jobsites the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
  • This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises

Physical Demands:

 
MasTec, Inc. is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
 

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

  • Compensation $155,000-$185,000 / year, commensurate with experience
  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
  • Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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Qualifications:

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum of five years of construction Industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Zero Injury principles
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Procore Primavera, Timberline, and Construction Software
  • Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations
  • Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities
  • Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers and the general public
  • Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
  • Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
  • Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations
  • Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Working Environment:

  • When visiting jobsites the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
  • This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises

Physical Demands:

 
MasTec, Inc. is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
 

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

  • Compensation $155,000-$185,000 / year, commensurate with experience
  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
  • Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing....

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