Pete BartelsVice President Aviation Group
With Power since: 1994
First construction job: I worked for a testing agency in college.
Project you're most proud of: TetraPak because it was the first green building, before LEED certification, and the O'Hare CONRAC because of its size and complexity.
Words of wisdom for a new person: Always do the right thing, and stand behind your work.
Why did you choose Power: Because of the variety for PMs including everything from selling and estimating to managing the project and closeout.
Best view of the skyline: From a boat on a summer evening.
Favorite Chicago Landmark: Navy Pier
If I wasn't at Power, I would be: A carpenter
Board and/or philanthropy participation: I participate on the Property & Building Committee at our church. I also help run the Annual Golf Outing for the Alexian Brothers Foundation.
Pete Bartels
Mike ConlonVice President Cold+Food Group
With Power since: 2012
First construction job: My first construction job with was Tooz Construction in Dickinson, ND during the summer going into my senior year of high school. We were renovating Klinefelter Hall at Dickson State University and I was doing general labor and light carpentry.
Project you're most proud of: I am proud to have been involved from start to finish on the Block 37 Vertical Expansion, Essex on the Park, and One Chicago.
Words of wisdom for a new person: Take some time between finishing college and starting your career to do something you enjoy! You'll have plenty of time to work once you get started.
Skill you'd like to learn: I'd like to speak Spanish fluently.
Fun fact that none of your colleagues would know? I've worked on construction projects in 14 different states.
What would you do with the extra time, if you never had to sleep? Playing golf, snowboarding, traveling, and playing poker.
Mike Conlon
Seth GudemanVice President Cold+Food Group Field Operations
With Power Since: 1997
First construction job: We built a 2-car garage during high school in our building trades class.
Project you’re most proud of and why: The one we don’t talk about anymore. It’s easy to stay motivated on a project that isn’t a financial success when the company focus remains to deliver a first class project and honor our commitments for all.
Words of wisdom for a new person: Don’t worry about who is who, if you have a question about anything, ask anyone around you and you will get help.
Biggest lesson learned and why: Never avoid an issue big or small. They never resolve themselves.
Favorite leisure, family or childhood activity: Childhood memories of summers at the lake.
Seth Gudeman
Ryan GusewelleManaging Director Cold+Food Group
With Power since: 1996
First construction job: I grew up working for my dad in a small excavation business - as a kid it was cool to see where my dad was working and, as he always said, you have to start them out while they're young!
Project you're most proud of: All of them - every project has something special about it and a challenge to overcome.
Why Power? I chose Power because of the different project types and the people I met during my very first visit to the office and jobsite. Everyone from the top down was approachable, driven, and genuinely invested in making the company better. I'm proud to say that some things never change!
What I like to do in my free time: Spend time with family and friends, camping, boating and riding motorcycles.
Fun fact my coworkers may not know about me: I have triplets!
Ryan Gusewelle
Jamie HendricksVice President Self-Perform Groups
With Power since: 1992
First construction job: During summers in high school I worked for a concrete company doing foundations. Originally did it for the higher pay but soon found out I had a passion for building.
Something you’re proud of: There are a lot of things but business-wise, I am proud of the growth and reputation Power has achieved while keeping our values intact.
Something you want to learn: I would love to learn how to weld in a professional manner.
Good book recommendation: Killer Angels by Michael Shaara
Fun fact that none of your colleagues would know: They don't know I'm fun, so we'll just leave it that way.
Jamie Hendricks
Matthew O'HareManaging Director Data Structures Group
With Power since: 2024
Words of wisdom for a new person or best career advice you've received: Always be curious. Don't set yourself in a box and always push the boundaries to what is possible.
Why did you choose Power? Power's care for the employee translates into care for the client, which supports a deeper relationship and ultimately translates into project success.
What's something you're proud of? I'm proud of my family—my three boys and my wonderful wife, Nicole—and the love of the outdoors we all share.
What do you like to do in your free time? I enjoy repairing and restoring vintage solid-state audio amplifiers, receivers, and speakers. I also have a green thumb!
Fun fact that none of your colleagues would know: I am a triathlete and ultra trail runner.
Matthew O'Hare
Brandon RogalskiDirector Luxury Residence Group
With Power since: 2013
First construction job: My first project as a project engineer was two 500,000-gallon tanks—one for liquid nitrogen, one for oxygen. I still remember those 12-hour night shifts insulating the stainless-steel walls. A far cry from luxury residences, but the commitment to quality and safety is the same.
Why did you choose Power? I chose to join Power to learn from the best, knowing that experience would pay off no matter where the future led. I was also driven by a desire to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, and Power offered the perfect environment to foster that growth. What I underestimated was just how much I would learn - and how much I continue to learn every day.
Project you're most proud of: It's a one of a kind, confidential residence!
Words of wisdom for a new person? There are no shortcuts to success. Hard work, humility, and a commitment to learning will outperform intelligence and talent over time — but it’s the trust you build with others that ultimately determines what you accomplish. Focus on doing the right thing consistently, for the long term, and the results will take care of themselves.
What do you like to do in your free time? I love spending time outdoors, and most people know my time outside usually revolves around water or mountain sports. I’m always chasing new goals — whether it’s improving my USA Waterski slalom scores, shaving time off my NASTAR races, or just staying active in the mountains and on the water.
Fun fact that none of your colleagues would know? Right after college, I spent a summer living in a tent - and out of the Jeep I bought the week I graduated, while working on an out-of-town construction project. It wasn't glamorous, but I'd do it again if I had to - and I still have that Jeep today!
