Utility Construction Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) is a leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure for the power, oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America. Founded in 1923, the firm adapts a century of experience to the dynamic infrastructure needs of today. H&M leverages the collective strength of its diverse disciplines to create seamless integrations between projects, clients, team members, and communities. The company has been recognized with an E. I. DuPont Safety Excellence Award.

H&M is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

Henkels & McCoy is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. H&M is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

The Construction Manager partners with Project Managers to provide management oversight for all phases of the construction project, including coordinating workers, material and equipment, ensuring that construction activities are performed in accordance with schedule as budget.
This position is generally assigned to a specific project or program and has direct project P&L responsibility. The Construction Manager directs the day-to-day field operations through General Foremen and Superintendents, providing necessary technical guidance and leadership.
The Construction Manager completely understands the business, the context, and manages implications related to managing construction operations within the assigned Region or Division and ensures Company tracking methods and systems are implemented to measure productivity levels, coordinates with fleet and tool management, and performs regular review of job cost and progress reports.
The Construction Manager also is responsible for compliance with H&M safety policies and procedures, assists in the investigation of incidents and claims, and communicates lessons learned to crews.

The Construction Manager will be an individual contributor with responsibilities for providing guidance in larger initiatives and coordinating internal processes. The role may manage or provide technical guidance and coaching to less experienced personnel, while providing insight to thought leadership in the continuous improvement of methodology, tools and approaches using fundamentals of H&M Project Management practices.
Additionally, the Construction Manager interfaces with various internal and external stakeholders on assigned construction projects, maintains a working relationship with local labor unions and communicates with influence to client group and team members.
This role ensures that team goals, roles, protocols, and business relationships are consistent with high-performance requirements and congruent with the company's strategy. The ideal candidate will lead by example in an environment that fosters trust and candor, will maintain personal accountability, and communicate assertively and constructively.

• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (equipment management, cost control, scheduling, contract administration, craft agreements, negotiations, and safety)
• Experience in overseeing construction activities and strong knowledge of construction and utility industry practices within assigned LOB
• Exposure to industry relevant software and MS Office applications
• Completion of H&M PMO training and formal Project Management coursework
• Complex problem-solving skills

Minimum Educational Background:

BS degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or related field; or equivalent work experience

Minimum Years of Relevant Experience:

5-10

Pay: 100K-140K 

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (equipment management, cost control, scheduling, contract administration, craft agreements, negotiations, and safety)
• Experience in overseeing construction activities and strong knowledge of construction and utility industry practices within assigned LOB
• Exposure to industry relevant software and MS Office applications
• Completion of H&M PMO training and formal Project Management coursework
• Complex problem-solving skills

Minimum Educational Background:

BS degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or related field; or equivalent work experience

Minimum Years of Relevant Experience:

5-10

Pay: 100K-140K 

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.