MWH Constructors Hires New Chief Information Officer

Former Intel Executive Russ Heinsen Joins Executive Team as CIO

MWH Constructors (MWHC), a leading global construction firm focused on water and energy, has named Russ Heinsen as its new chief information officer (CIO). Heinsen will be responsible for leading MWHC’s global Information Technology (IT) efforts and is set to start the role this month.

“We are excited to welcome Russ into this key management position,” said Neil Tunmore, chief operating officer for MWH Constructors. “Having worked at one of the world’s largest technology companies, his expertise and proven results as both a technology leader and program manager will be a tremendous asset in spearheading a strategic IT plan for MWH Constructors.”

Heinsen spent the last 30 years at Intel Corporation, growing with the company in positions of increased challenge and complexity, including various roles in finance, software development, ERP implementation, production support, process re-engineering, and enterprise/solution architecture. Heinsen led the Finance IT organization, overseeing worldwide development and production support for all Intel Financial systems. Additionally, he launched a Project Management Office responsible for process re-engineering and technology solutions for worldwide facility operations.

In 2008, Heinsen began leading Intel’s office renovation program, a multi-year construction project that changed the look and feel of thousands of offices across the company. In 2013, he launched a Project Management Office responsible for process re-engineering and technology solutions for worldwide facility operations.

Heinsen holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from California State University, Chico.

About MWH Constructors
MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company with a focus on water and energy. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated construction services and the full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, their multi-disciplined team of construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects ― including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, energy, construction, and capital construction services. For more information, visit mwhconstructors.com.