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Airco Service Company

Journeyman Pipefitter

Troy, IL · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Summary Airco Service Company, a leading commercial HVAC/Mechanicals contractor in Troy, IL ... Strong safety mindset with experience in general construction or mechanical service site safety ...

Invenergy LLC

Associate, Construction Compliance

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Apprenticeship compliance, Davis-Bacon Act compliance, document control structures on Invenergy ... General Responsibilities: * Lead all construction compliance activities in the project throughout ...

Invenergy LLC

Associate, Construction Compliance

Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Apprenticeship compliance, Davis-Bacon Act compliance, document control structures on Invenergy ... General Responsibilities: * Lead all construction compliance activities in the project throughout ...

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What is the difference between General Contractor Apprentice vs Construction Supervisor?

AspectGeneral Contractor ApprenticeConstruction Supervisor
Required CredentialsOn-the-job training, some states require licensing or certificationsExperience in construction, often with supervisory certifications or licenses
Work EnvironmentActive on construction sites, assisting with project tasksOversees daily site operations, manages workers and schedules
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by general contractors to train entry-level staffEmployers in construction firms to manage projects and teams

The main difference is that a General Contractor Apprentice is in training, gaining hands-on experience under supervision, while a Construction Supervisor manages and oversees construction projects and teams. Apprentices focus on learning, whereas Supervisors handle project execution and coordination.

What are the typical responsibilities of a general contractor apprentice?

As a General Contractor Apprentice, your daily tasks often include assisting with site preparation, organizing materials, and supporting skilled tradespeople such as carpenters or electricians. You'll also help maintain safety standards, track project progress, and communicate updates to supervisors or team leads. This hands-on role offers valuable exposure to all phases of construction and provides a strong foundation for advancing toward a licensed general contractor position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a general contractor apprentice?

To thrive as a General Contractor Apprentice, you need a basic understanding of construction principles, safety protocols, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand and power tools, construction management software, and OSHA safety certification is typically required. Strong communication, reliability, and a willingness to learn are critical soft skills that set apprentices apart. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient work and provide a solid foundation for growth in the construction industry.

How much do apprentice general contractors make?

Apprentice general contractors typically earn between $15 and $25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of projects. As they gain skills and certifications, their wages tend to increase, and they may progress to higher-paying roles in construction management.

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Senior Construction Manager - High Voltage

William Charles Construction

Rockford, IL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Overview
William Charles Electric, a MasTec company, is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to support assigned renewables and power delivery projects.
The Senior Construction Manager oversees the full scope of assigned renewables and power delivery projects, providing leadership across all key disciplines. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing the entire construction site operation, ensuring seamless integration of all workstreams to deliver safe, high-quality, and on-schedule renewable energy projects. Your role will vary by project and client, offering a dynamic and rewarding challenge with each new project.
Travel & Project Assignment: You can live in any city or state in the continental United States. This is a traveling position encompassing work sites primarily in the Midwest, but may include Eastern and Western states. Must be capable of up to 75% travel (e.g. 3 weeks per month) by automobile (as driver and passenger), commercial airlines, rental vehicles and public transportation and be able to lodge in public facilities. Travel will be necessary to conduct the duties of this job, and the employee must have the ability to drive and have proper licensing. A Corporate credit card for travel expenses will be issued to you. Travel for this position will be expensed thru the company expense system. You will be responsible for maintaining expense records and receipts, and completing the monthly the monthly transactions in Concur.
Company Overview
With more than a century of exceptional work on our resume, William Charles Construction remains guided by the pursuit of excellence. Our "Do it Right the First Time" work ethic has been the cornerstone of our business philosophy since 1892. With our broad background in heavy civil construction, environmental management, and mining and materials production, we have the expertise to help our customers complete their most complex projects.
William Charles Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. 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. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities
  • Communicate, promote and comply with all the company Safety policies, goals, vision and campaigns to the project team
  • Manage the project team with the PM to facilitate an environment for all management and supervision staff to work in a respectful, constructive and positive environment
  • Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the project
  • Oversee construction workers and their supervisors including other Construction Managers
  • Coordinate activities of Construction Managers Foremen and/or construction trade workers in one or more occupations, as well as suppliers and subcontractors
  • Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
  • Monitor and direct the progress of the construction site
  • Ability to recognize the need for and support negotiations for Change Orders facilitated by APM/PM.
  • Determine labor and equipment requirements for projects
  • Monitor budget project costs to ensure project costs are within budget parameters
  • Ensure production schedules are maintained to measure time, production and meet requirements of project
  • Ability to study project cost indexes and change/adapt to benefit the project.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form to large employee groups, owners or engineers
  • Maintain and enforce discipline throughout the jobsite
  • Interview, hire and train direct reports, plan, assign and direct work, appraise performance; reward and discipline employees, address complaints and resolve problems
  • Work with the Client's site management team to ensure their expectations are being met and that they are satisfied with a safely constructed and quality-installed product
  • Work with the PM to ensure the Client's expectations are realistically managed and aligned with the agreement and scope of work
  • 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 start of work
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. A combination of education and experience may considered in lieu of a degree
  • 7 years of related construction industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management
  • Previous experience in a supervisory role including overseeing more than three trades (ex. civil, electrical), on projects with revenue values $10M-100M+
  • Self-perform construction project experience including overseeing large sized field teams on projects with 25+ staff

What's in it for you:
Financial Wellbeing
  • Compensation $150,000-$180,0000 / year, commensurate with experience
  • 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.
Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/
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