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"Accounting Intern"
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The environment at Power is second to none. I never thought that I would wake up every morning excited to go into work. As long as you put your best foot forward, you will be rewarded.
Cons
There really wasn't anything that I disliked from my time at Power.
Power Construction 2016-10-10 11:38 PDT![Power Construction Logo]()
"Project Manager"
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Doesn't RecommendI worked at Power Construction full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
Was hired to run smaller projects.
Close to home.Cons
1. First day of work, I was assigned a cubicle instead of a private office like other project managers. Was told, Oh, you're a girl, thought you were in accounting.
2. Managed multiple smaller projects for the small projects division (this was good) but Power paperwork requirements were unwieldy. At project update meeting, I had 25 projects to review along with the paperwork for all. The senior person got bored after 5 and said, Ok, that's enough.
3. Quality of life vs. work schedule doesn't exist here.Advice to Management
Either change paperwork to accommodate smaller projects or don't do them.
Respect female project managers.Power Construction 2016-09-14 17:38 PDT![Power Construction Logo]()
"Great Place to Work"
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Great atmosphere, the employees are all so friendly and helpful.
Cons
There are no obvious downsides to this company
Power Construction 2016-08-04 08:36 PDT![Power Construction Logo]()
"PE"
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RecommendsNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at Power Construction full-time
Pros
high scale city projects. ability to learn 'on the job' training of how a building goes up.
Cons
turn over is very high due to stress and work life balance. goes with any big GC.
Advice to Management
work to eliminate turn over
Power Construction 2016-06-14 12:43 PDT![Power Construction Logo]()
"Safety Coordinator"
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I worked at Power Construction full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Work with some the brightest people in the construction industry. There is no limit to how much you can learn. Everyday is an adventure on the job sites.
Cons
There is ZERO upwards mobility. No one was promoted in the Safety Department for the many years I spent working there. There is the Director, and then there is everyone else.... Also pay increases were meager and salary overall was not competitive in industry.
Advice to Management
Promote your safety professionals and pay your people!
Power Construction 2016-02-14 16:09 PST![Power Construction Logo]()
"Intern"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at Power Construction (Less than a year)
Pros
Everyone on my project and that I meet in the company was great. They offer a lot of training and educational programs for you to learn about your projects and programs used everyday. All the senior staff is great and fun to hangout with.
Cons
If you don't centrally locate your house you could be traveling a distance to get to your project. Not always will you be lucky enough to be on a project location right by your home unless you have gained seniority with in the company. Additionally, Power Construction only does work in Chicago and surrounding suburbs. If you go and work for them know that you want a career in Chicago and nowhere else.
Advice to Management
Keep up the culture!
Power Construction 2015-11-14 10:39 PST![Power Construction Logo]()
"Good place to work"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOPros
Large company with a small feel. Owners/management take time to get yo know everyone. Company is well respected in the industry.
Cons
The company is busy. If you express an interest in taking on responsibilities, you'll get them, but this may affect you work/life balance.
Power Construction 2015-10-22 17:53 PDT![Power Construction Logo]()
"Not a great fit..."
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Neutral OutlookNo opinion of CEOI worked at Power Construction (Less than a year)
Pros
People were friendly
Free lunches all the time.
Good benefits and pay.Cons
I didn't love the job overall...just felt like a bad fit.
Power Construction 2015-10-05 15:16 PDT![Power Construction Logo]()
"Summer Intern"
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The pay is competitive, especially for the work done as an intern. There are also tons of learning events that take place on nearly a weekly basis, which are paid. The culture is also very involving and generally a good vibe.
Cons
Each intern is assigned to a project team and each team is located at a different job site so there is little interaction with other interns besides at training events.
Advice to Management
Allow interns to pick which jobsite they would prefer to work on.
Power Construction 2015-09-23 18:49 PDT![Power Construction Logo]()
"Great company to work for"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Power Construction full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
Power has a great variety of projects. They can handle all sizes and complexities of varying work. Being a Chicago-only company that does large, challenging projects makes them one of a kind. The teamwork within project teams and divisions is good and employees of all levels share knowledge and experience well. Senior management is invested in training, mentoring, and promoting employees. Power make it a priority to ensure employees enjoy work and have fun.
Cons
As with all construction companies, the ebb and flow of project demands can at times make achieving work/life balance challenging. This is a challenge across the industry, not specific only to Power.
Advice to Management
Keep up the good work - things are going well!
Power Construction 2014-09-15 13:58 PDT
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