Michael (Mike) J. Choutka joined Hensel Phelps in 1991 and is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management Engineering. Mike began his post-college career with Hensel Phelps, rising through the ranks from Field Engineer, Office Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Operations Manager, District Manager/Vice President, Executive Vice President, and Chief Operating Officer before being appointed President and CEO. Mike was Chairman of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), Central Florida Chapter in 2011. He is active in ABC and serves as a Trustee for the Free Enterprise Alliance (FEA) having served as the FEA Chair from 2017-2018. Additionally, he serves on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors for the ACE Mentor Program of America. Mike also holds a position on the Executive Committee for Construction Safety Week and is a member of the Construction Industry Round Table. As a member of the YPO Gold Rocky Mountain Chapter, Mike participates in local events throughout the year. He is actively involved in supporting the American Cancer Society, World Vision, United Way and the Boys and Girls Club. Mike and his wife Barb enjoy traveling and spending time with their family.