About Us

Who We Are

Utilitra is a woman-owned Provider of Design, Construction, and Technology

We deliver trusted expertise across the full spectrum of infrastructure. With a diverse team of skilled professionals, we support our clients from the ground to the cloud, offering everything from underground construction and engineering to advanced technology, security, and IT services.
Whether solving a specific challenge or delivering turnkey solutions, Utilitra adapts to the unique needs of every project. Our integrated approach ensures that clients, from utilities to enterprises, receive responsive, scalable support at every level.
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Leadership Team

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Candy Fowler

 President & CEO
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Mandy Kayser

  Executive Vice President
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Bailey Wood

 CFO
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Jamie Foster

 Chief Human Resources Officer
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Andrea Donsbach

 EVP of Engineering & CAO
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Ryan Perryman

 Executive Vice President & COO
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Jeff Kochan

 Vice President of Technology
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Jason Wernex

 Director of Safety
 

Our Values

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Family

In our daily interactions we treat each other with respect, trust and sincere appreciation.

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Quality

We have an unrelenting commitment to quality demonstrated through safety, determination, passion and pride.

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Superb Customer Service

In our partnerships with our clients, we demonstrate honesty, transparency and integrity 

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Spirit of Joy

We find value and purpose in our work leading to optimism and contagious positivity.

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Listening

Intentional listening and attention leads to innovation, collaboration and entrepreneurial problem-solving.

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Upcoming Utilitra Events

ILAPPA

March 11, 2026

Carbondale, IL

MOPCA Police Chief Conference

May 3, 2026

Osage Beach, MO

ILSROA Conference

June 17, 2026

Normal, IL

 

Powered by Purpose, Grounded in Expertise

Utilitra is a multidisciplinary partner that delivers innovative, reliable construction, design, and technology solutions. Our work is driven by a commitment to safety, innovation, and building what's next together.

  • Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives (AIEC)
  • Chesterfield Regional Chamber
  • Edwardsville/Glen Chamber Chamber of Commerce
  • Electrical Board of MO & IL (EBMI)
  • Illinois Municipal Utilities Association (IMUA)
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
  • Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois
  • MEA Energy Association
  • National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC)
  • National Electric Contractors Association (NECA)
  • Southern Illinois Builders Association (SIBA)
  • St. Louis Council of Construction Consumers (SLC3)
  • Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association (WECA)
  • Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)
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Get In Touch

Headquarters

200 LAKEFRONT PARKWAY
P.O. BOX 158
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025

Brookfield

19435 W CAPITOL DRIVE
SUITE 202
BROOKFIELD, WI 53045

Cedar Grove

119 EAST UNION AVENUE
CEDAR GROVE, WI 53013