We Energies

Construction Manager - Power Generation

Milwaukee, WI

full_time

About This Job

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Construction Manager - Power Generation in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location.

This position is part of a job family (PG Construction Manager and Senior PG Construction Manager) where experience will be the determining factor.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

This position supports the Engineer/Project Manager in interfacing with the project’s general contractor and/or with our partner engineering firm(s). This position provides direction, coordination, and guidance to employees and contractors engaged in construction activities. The Construction Manager is responsible for assisting in the implementation of major, moderately complex field construction and engineering projects. Their areas of responsibility include project planning, execution, control and close out for the management of engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and turn over to the customer.

Job Responsibilities

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Performs as a resident site member of the owner’s project team.

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Participates in a collaborative relationship with members of the team including the owner’s staff, contractors, suppliers, landowners, agencies and others.

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Ensures that all construction activities are performed in accordance with environmental permits, regulatory requirements, laws, leases, right-of-ways, and other agreements.

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Establishes and maintains working relationships with the municipal agencies, regulatory agencies, key local individuals, landowners, and the public at large that promote the positive image of the Project and the Company.

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Ensures the daily general activities of contractors and suppliers are in accordance with the terms of their respective contracts and the Project schedule.

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Ensures suppliers meet technical specifications by managing receipt inspection and quality control and assurance processes.

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Oversees management of equipment storage and maintenance.

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Coordinates the development of project schedule. Participates in the coordination of the activities of all site participants in order to achieve optimum efficiency and best schedule results (constructability reviews). Monitors, measures and reports to the Engineer/Project Manager on work in progress.

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Assists as an Owner’s representative to lead and enforce a proactive safety program in concert with the contractor (and its subcontractors) and/or engineering firm(s)

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Participates with the project team in developing, monitoring, and proactively achieving budget and cash flow goals.

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Ensures that the work in progress is inspected in a timely manner and is substantially consistent with the issued drawings and specifications.

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Responsible for management of the Quality Control Inspection Program (QCIP) as applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management is preferred, with a minimum of 5 years of construction engineering or related experience such as plant operations or maintenance engineering. Significant experience in construction engineering will be considered in lieu of a degree.

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Valid driver's license

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Hands-on experience in power plant projects. This includes: demonstrated knowledge of codes and construction industry procedures, familiarity with large construction equipment such as excavators and cranes, experience working with union building trades, and administration of multi-million dollar contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

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Demonstrated excellence in communication skills both written and verbal.

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Ability to adhere, maintain and enforce safety standards/protocols.

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Knowledge of OSHA 10 and 30 regulations.

End Date:

06/11/2025

Pay Range Minimum

: $76,932.70

Pay Range Maximum

: $132,708.94

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class.

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