Michael J. Hubers
Rock Valley,Iowa
Summary
- 15-year history of achieving project deadlines through effective site and personnel management. Well-versed in gathering requirements and defining scope for large construction projects. Analyzes specifications and technical drawings. Innovative when solving opportunities (challenges/ problems)
- 35 total years working construction, mainly in the field, locations all over the world
- Proficiency in planning and execution. Led teams from front. Excellent blueprint interpreting and leadership skills.
- Highly focused on safety and quality, these two form the foundation
- Focused on the team, clear communication, respect, involvement; treat fair, firm and consistent
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing/ Supervising Construction Engineer/ Manager
Self
10.2025 - Current
- Founded Bow Wow Construction Consultancy, LLC, managing comprehensive business formation tasks, including state registration in Iowa and tax identification acquisition.
- Spearheaded Transforming Lives Through Ministry, facilitating cross-border initiatives between United States and Haiti to support community populations.
- Designed structured Excel tracking systems for compliance management and documentation of financial workflows for both for-profit and nonprofit entities.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align organizational vision, governance, and outreach strategies while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Established infrastructure for construction consulting and humanitarian outreach, promoting scalable growth and financial transparency.
Site Manager
Bechtel
12.2024 - 09.2025
- Lead safety talks, walkdowns and sessions
- Union project with over 700+ craft involved at peak and over 30 Field Non Manual.
- Coordinated and managed the Construction Plant and Equipment, had over 700 pieces of equipment, working with over 5 different providers
- Participated in daily meetings with the Owner in regards to plan for the day and other works
- Worked with the land providers to ensure that their work was not interrupted and that work flowed smoothly
- Worked with and guided engineering regards to solutions to designs that were not working and or had an error
- Worked with Procurement in regards to material delivery, inventory accountability and over all material reconciliation
- Supported/ guided the set-up of the office area, including the design of water and sewage system to support offices
- Routinely handled over 50 calls, 25 text messages and 100 e-Mails and 10 meetings (minimum) per day
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
Deputy Construction Manager
Bechtel
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Authored and executed a comprehensive Construction Execution Guide for 190 MWac solar project, addressing public-interface work zones and access control.
- Integrated execution strategies into 3-Week Rolling Lookahead schedules and quantity unit rate tracking to enhance workface planning across multiple acreage sites.
- Conducted daily toolbox talks and field leadership activities, reinforcing safety standards and operational clarity for craft crews and subcontractors.
- Participated in system walkdowns and turnover meetings, validating installation completeness and readiness across numerous components.
- Coordinated construction execution and stakeholder communication to facilitate seamless handoff from construction to commissioning in renewable energy environment.
Parts Person
Town & Country Implement
06.2024 - 08.2024
- helped to obtain parts for customers
- answered calls about parts
- checked inventory of parts
- supported the clean-up and re-establishment of the parts area after a flood devastated the area.
Volunteer Worker
Self
Rock Valley, Iowa
01.2024 - 05.2024
- supported the assembly of wheelchairs for children for an International Ministry
- helped to maintain the supply of parts for wheelchair assembly
- supported the refurbishment and packing of adult wheelchairs
Area Manager
Sempra North America LNG
Ensenada, Mexico
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Supported EPC Contractor with work sequencing, interface with Facility Operations (New LNG plant was being constructed within an operating LNG receiving terminal).
- Integrated safety, quality, schedule, and cost controls into daily field execution through toolbox talks and audits.
- Developed contractor progress monitoring tools to enhance daily reporting and early issue detection.
- Led owner-side indirect works by estimating and coordinating diverse work packages effectively.
Self employed
Self
Rock Valley, Iowa
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Took time off between work activities
Brownfield Superintendent
Bechtel
Galeota, Trinidad
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Directed subcontractor workforce of 90–1,000 members for executing brownfield piping closures and major contracts for BP Galeota across international sites.
- Managed comprehensive execution scope encompassing 64 work packs, over 300 permits, and 100–200 personnel to ensure alignment with safety and client requirements.
- Chaired leadership and coordination meetings, conducted risk assessments, and resolved design conflicts to sustain construction momentum.
- Procured critical materials such as steel and pipe spools while developing manpower curves and completion schedules for project efficiency.
- Delivered incident-free project execution despite operational constraints, supporting arbitration with documented evidence for marine load-out disputes.
Site Manager/Project Superintendent/ Deputy Area Manager
Bechtel
Batam, Indonesia
08.2015 - 12.2016
- Orchestrated peak workforce of 3,000 direct hires and 900 subcontractors for assembly of six ISBL modules at Wheatstone LNG Train 2 Module Yard.
- Drove completion and closeout of all Train 2 ISBL modules, overseeing pipe spool receipt and fabrication monitoring.
- Commanded night-shift operations while leading safety programs, hygiene inspections, and quality surveillance.
- Delivered over 13.5 million man-hours of construction execution with zero lost-time incidents.
- Advanced closeout documentation for Train 2 ISBL modules and supported turnover of ten domgas modules from Tanggu, China team.
- Ensured sustained productivity and execution excellence through rigorous safety leadership initiatives.
- Coordinated multi-discipline assembly efforts including fireproofing, E&I, insulation, piping, and structural steel.
- Facilitated full demobilization of facilities and project staff at project conclusion.
Site Manager/Project Superintendent
Bechtel
Batam, Indonesia
02.2014 - 07.2015
- Administered EPC subcontractor execution for Wheatstone LNG Marine Jetty, ensuring compliance and alignment across locations.
- Oversaw fabrication of 44 pipe rack modules, including a 1,200-ton loading platform, coordinating quality and transport readiness.
- Monitored daily progress and production metrics, enhancing visibility for EPC leadership and supporting informed decision-making.
- Conducted audits across offshore fabrication yards in China, validating workmanship and adherence to construction procedures.
- Championed safety by supervising contractor safety programs, reinforcing hazard controls and compliance in marine fabrication.
Dep. Project Superintendent
Bechtel
Batangas, Philippines
02.2013 - 02.2014
- International, Multiple Locations
Dep. Project Superintendent
Bechtel
Laemchabeng, Thailand
02.2012 - 02.2013
- International, Multiple Locations
Project/Area Superintendent
Bechtel
Bangkok & ManTaPhut, Thailand
01.2008 - 12.2012
- International, Multiple Locations
Education
Master of Science - Civil (Construction) Engineering
Iowa State University
Ames, IowaBachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Dordt College
Sioux Center, IowaSkills
- Strategic sourcing
- Contract administration
- Supplier and vendor management
- Purchase order management
- Material forecasting
- Cost estimating
- Procurement scheduling
- RFQ/RFP management
- Construction project coordination
- Module fabrication oversight
- Safety & Quality Compliance
- ERP and Excel reporting
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Problem solving
- Communication
Awards
- Recipient, Bechtel ES&H Project of the Year, Wheatstone Project, 2015
- Awarded Bechtel Construction Team of the Year – Small Projects 2013
- Member of the Bechtel Construction Team of the Year for Small Projects in 2012
- Recipient, Bechtel Power Project of the Year, 2002
- Member of the Bechtel Construction Team of the Year, 1999
Language Proficiencies
Basic Fluency, Basic Fluency, Basic Fluency
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Managing/ Supervising Construction Engineer/ Manager
Self
10.2025 - Current
Site Manager
Bechtel
12.2024 - 09.2025
Deputy Construction Manager
Bechtel
09.2024 - 12.2024
Parts Person
Town & Country Implement
06.2024 - 08.2024
Volunteer Worker
Self
01.2024 - 05.2024
Area Manager
Sempra North America LNG
03.2021 - 06.2023
Self employed
Self
04.2020 - 02.2021
Brownfield Superintendent
Bechtel
01.2018 - 12.2019
Site Manager/Project Superintendent/ Deputy Area Manager
Bechtel
08.2015 - 12.2016
Site Manager/Project Superintendent
Bechtel
02.2014 - 07.2015
Dep. Project Superintendent
Bechtel
02.2013 - 02.2014
Dep. Project Superintendent
Bechtel
02.2012 - 02.2013
Project/Area Superintendent
Bechtel
01.2008 - 12.2012
Master of Science - Civil (Construction) Engineering
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Dordt College