BREESE, IL — Poettker Industrial Services, a woman-owned business specializing in utility construction, recently promoted Brad Luitjohan to Field Operations Director.
Luitjohan, an industry veteran with 22 years of experience, first joined Poettker in 2006 as a Carpenter. Following his promotion to Lead Foreman in 2008, Luitjohan oversaw the construction of two retail centers, a rehabilitation clinic, and a middle school.
In 2010, Luitjohan earned a promotion to Assistant Superintendent in which he specialized in projects with extensive concrete. He spearheaded Poettker’s Total Station digital layout equipment to precisely pinpoint footings and foundation points on numerous projects, including Carterville High School, St. Mary’s Church, and Planet Fitness in Edwardsville, among others.
Luitjohan became Lead Operator in 2014 and then Civil General Superintendent in 2018. In 2021, he joined Poettker Industrial. In addition to scheduling production workers for Poettker’s utility and infrastructure projects, Luitjohan supported preconstruction efforts through proactive site visits and estimate preparation.
In his new role as Field Operations Director, Luitjohan will lead Poettker Industrial’s onsite efforts, including technology innovations; guiding site supervisors in safety, quality control, and schedule management; allocating labor and equipment resources; and managing trade relations.
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“I’m excited about the opportunity to be in a role where I can make a difference and provide leadership support to our project teams,” Luitjohan said. “I like that Poettker has given me the opportunity to grow in my career doing what I enjoy.”
“Brad’s commitment to servant leadership and ability to uplift and empower those around him make this promotion to Director truly deserved,” said Trey Wiegmann, Vice President of Construction Services. “Brad is a man who makes things happen, doesn’t make excuses, and gets results. His positivity, drive, ability to lead by example, and ability to calmly handle challenging situations are instrumental to our team’s success.”
