Becoming a mason in Janesville, WI, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masons nationwide, with projections showing a 0% growth from 2023 to 2033, but with approximately 21,800 openings annually due to retirements. Apprentices earn an average of $1,796 per week, with an annual salary of $29,728 for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Mason Tenders' Training Fund help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Your future position: Construction Manager Location: Janesville or Burlington, WI Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman? At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2024 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff. About the role, Your Impact Baxter & Woodman, Inc. is seeking a Construction Manager with 10 or more years of experience for our Wisconsin transportation construction services department. We are seeking qualified applicants for our Wisconsin offices located in Janesville or Burlington. The selected candidate will represent our clients in the administration and observation of activities related to transportation construction, start-up, and operation of State, county, and municipal projects located throughout Southern Wisconsin. The position is intended for working specifically on WisDOT projects with municipal client work supplementing WisDOT work when necessary. Types of projects include: urban and rural transportation projects, including bridge and large drainage structure construction. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of the Wisconsin department of transportation’s construction policies, procedures, and software. This position is a working manager position and is a newly created position in our Wisconsin service area. Projects will require services ranging from several weeks to several years in duration, with variable schedules and/or hours, and will be located at one of our construction project sites. What your day-to-day will look like, what you will learn on the job • Manage assigned projects by providing direct supervision and leadership of staff assigned to the project • Identify resources needed and perform or effectively delegate staff duties and responsibilities • Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and testing, as needed. • Administer contract between our client (mainly WisDOT) and the contractor including processing pay requests and change orders. • Review material submittals. • Maintain job site records of daily reports, job meeting minutes, approved materials submittals, and pay requests. • Maintain records of time, equipment, and material needs for any changes in the work that may result in a change order. • Address resident complaints and concerns. Monitor staff hours and review timesheets • Oversee the day-to-day operations and confirm that reports, record drawings, etc. are up to date • Assist in contract negotiations with WisDOT. • Perform project close-out • Ensure assigned projects are completed within budgets, on schedule, and that professional standards of work are maintained Must-haves, what you will bring • 10+ years’ experience with WisDOT related transportation work. • Ability to travel throughout Southeastern Wisconsin and surrounding counties (own transportation). • Requires effective communication, both oral and written, with residents, businesses, and public agency representative. • Ability to work under time constraints dealing with numerous concurrent activities. • Managing and leading people on individual and team level. • Sufficient computer and smart phone skills for file access, use, and effective operation and communication. Preferred Qualifications • Experience working on municipal projects. Compensation - The pay range for this role is $90,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications. You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness. Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer
See More Details >>Segra is searching for a dynamic and experienced Construction Technician to work within our Rockford, Ill market. The Construction Technician will oversee the construction activities that take place on the worksite and will be primarily responsible for the supervision of construction contractors in the field. The Construction Technician will plan, implement, and oversee construction efforts at several work sites within their designated market. The Construction Technician will report on field progress to the Construction Manager and/or Project Manager to ensure all projects are completed within the parameters set forth in the estimated timeline. The CT will be responsible for the quality of construction activities and ensure company standards and best practices are being used throughout the construction cycle. Required Qualifications: • Minimum of 2 years of fiber, Telecommunications, ROW, or relevant construction experience. • High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications: • Ability to effectively lead a crew to the completion of and in conformance with schedule, customer requirements and budget guidelines. • Excellent understanding of construction and permitting prints. • Assist in monitoring and reporting inventory/material usage during construction cycle. • Assist with the identification and troubleshooting of construction problems and offer timely and safe solutions. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Good planning and organization skills to balance and prioritize work. • Some travel will be expected, both overnight and daily travel • Basic experience using Microsoft Excel formulations, Word, Outlook. About Segra: Segra is one of the largest independent fiber network companies in the Eastern United States. We have a broad and dense service footprint across the mid-Atlantic and Southeast. In addition, we are known for our future-forward infrastructure and state-of-the-art voice and data technology solutions for businesses and the public sector, as well as wholesale transport services to some of the world’s largest carriers. Our network features the latest advances in IP, ethernet, and dark fiber architectures, as well as high performance data centers throughout the mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. Furthermore, our network powers technology solutions such as hosted voice, security, and cloud. Segra has engineered our entire company operations to put our customers at the very center of everything we do. We invest in the communities of our customers by hiring locally and continually upgrading our network infrastructure. Segra has over 900 employees in 90 facilities, including 14 sales offices in 44 markets. We exist purely to help businesses within our footprint be successful. Benefits Overview: Segra offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include: • Medical, dental, vision insurance • Life insurance • 401(k) match • Tuition and gym reimbursements • Vacation/PTO, paid holidays, floating holidays • Volunteer days, parental leave Our Commitment to Equality: Segra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. Segra does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
See More Details >>Why JP Cullen? At JP Cullen, we don’t just build structures; we create landmarks that stand the test of time. With over 130 years of excellence, we are a 5th generation family-owned company that prides itself on innovation, quality, and a relentless pursuit of perfection. Our projects span across healthcare, education, commercial, and industrial sectors, making us a cornerstone in the construction industry. JP Cullen is seeking a dynamic and adventurous Traveling Construction Site Engineer to bring their expertise to our cutting-edge projects. Our Need: A Traveling Site Engineer Who Enjoys Seeing Ideas Turn into Reality • An onsite resource for our project crews • Proactive problem-solver with the ability to manage multiple priorities • Self-directed individual who enjoys being on a team and working independently • Organized and provides high attention to detail • Ability to foster strong communication channels with all stakeholders, ensuring clarity on alignment throughout the project • The kind of person who believes there is always a way if we all work together. Major responsibilities include: • Perform analysis of construction methods (crane reaches, formwork design, erosion control, and grading modifications). • Produce miscellaneous sketches and drawings as required to show field conditions to the architect, clarify plan details for craft persons (e.g. lift drawing), proposing alternate details. • Verify quality and compliance of installation with specifications and drawings for all work. • Process and expedite answers to RFI’s generated from the field. Once answered, take to closure by distributing information and following through to ensure correct incorporation of answers. • Participate in and contribute to Operation Planning Process and weekly coordination meetings, superintendent meetings, daily crew huddles and foreman meetings. • Organize and schedule pre-installation meetings for any subcontractor with on-site labor. Prepare meeting agendas and ensure attendance by all parties. Conduct pre-install meetings. • Prepare and monitor written delivery schedule log. Inspect shipments of all deliveries as directed by the Superintendent. • Project closeout – expedite punchlist, and track and verify that items on the punchlist are being completed. What You Bring: • Bachelor’s degree in a construction or related engineering field or equivalent or completion of an Apprenticeship and four years of construction experience. • Exceptional communication and writing skills and proficiency in a wide variety of computer programs, with the aptitude and willingness to learn new software and systems. • Appetite for challenges and fast career growth with responsibility and accountability. • A track record of managing projects from start to finish with excellence • Willingness to travel 33% of the calendar year across various states. • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Ready to build a future with JP Cullen? Send your resume to [email protected] for consideration. Compensation & Benefits: JP Cullen has a commitment to its community, employees, and employees’ families. We offer outstanding benefits — Health, Life, and Dental Insurance, Competitive Salary and Bonus Structure, Profit Sharing, PTO, Holiday Pay, Employee Assistance, and Training. JP Cullen is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. We promote diversity by proactively recruiting, hiring, and promoting women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans. JP Cullen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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