Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Heyl Construction, Inc., doing business as Heyl Construction (“Heyl Construction,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at heylcivil.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our Site, request a proposal, submit a job application, or otherwise interact with us, how we use that information, and the choices available to you.

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect personal information you choose to share with us, including:

• Proposal and contact requests: When you submit our “Request a Proposal” form or contact form, we collect your full name, phone number, email address, project type, project location, and any details you include in your message.
• Employment applications: When you apply for a position through our Employment Application, we collect the information required to evaluate your candidacy, which may include your name, contact information, mailing address, work availability, employment history, education history, professional references, driver’s license status, transportation information, heavy equipment experience, military service history if applicable, and information about criminal convictions. This is sensitive information, and we collect it only for employment screening purposes with your knowledge and consent as part of the application.
• Phone and email communications: If you call, email, or otherwise contact us directly, we retain the information you share during that communication.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we and our service providers may automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with the Site, including your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, referring URLs, and time spent on the Site. We use Google Tag Manager to manage the tags and analytics scripts, such as Google Analytics, that collect this usage data. This information helps us understand how visitors use the Site and improve its performance.

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Site may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to support analytics and Site functionality. Most browsers let you refuse or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how the Site functions.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to proposal requests, quote requests, and general inquiries
• Prepare project bids and communicate with prospective and current clients about civil construction projects
• Evaluate job applications and, where authorized by the applicant, verify employment history, education, and references, and conduct any legally permitted background checks
• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
• Understand Site traffic and usage trends through analytics
• Comply with legal obligations and protect the rights, property, and safety of Heyl Construction, our employees, and others

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers who perform functions on our behalf, such as website hosting, form processing through Gravity Forms on our WordPress site, and analytics providers, under obligations to protect your information
• References, prior employers, schools, and background check providers, where a job applicant has authorized us to make such inquiries as part of the application process
• Government authorities or other third parties when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Heyl Construction, our employees, or the public
• A successor entity in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets

5. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights to access, correct, or request deletion of the personal information we hold about you, or to opt out of certain uses. To make a request, contact us using the information in Section 9. We will respond consistent with applicable law, including the Colorado Privacy Act for Colorado residents.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including to respond to inquiries, complete and service construction projects, evaluate and document job applications, and comply with legal, accounting, and reporting obligations.

7. Children’s Privacy

The Site is intended for business and general audiences and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8. Third-Party Links

The Site may link to third-party sites, including our Facebook and Instagram pages. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect the personal information we collect. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The Effective Date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Material changes will be posted on this page.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, contact us at: