Granger Construction

Granger Construction is overseen by Chairman Alton Granger, who has been with the company since its start in 1959. Al has a degree in Civil Engineering from Michigan State University, and is a Registered Professional Engineer. Al spends much of his time with his wife, Jan, at their cottage on Gun Lake, where they met over 70 years ago, and at their Florida condo. Al firmly believes in abiding by the Golden Rule in both life and business, treating people as he wants to be treated.

Ben Schneider has been a part of the Granger team since 1996, and currently is a Vice President and the Industrial Market Segment Leader. He has a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Eastern Michigan University, and is a member of the Building Enclosure Council of Detroit, as well as the Washtenaw Contractors Association. When he’s not at work, Ben stays busy with his large family of six sons and three daughters.

Chris joined Granger in 2013 and now serves as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Chris provides overall financial oversight for the business, as well as managing banking, surety, and risk management relationships. Prior to arriving at Granger, Chris was a Tax Manager within the construction industry practice at UHY Advisors, a public accounting firm in metro Detroit. Chris has registered status as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the state of Michigan, and has earned his designation as a Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP). Chris has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Michigan, and a Master’s degree in Professional Accountancy from Walsh College.

Dennis Carignan joined the Granger team in 1998 and is currently an Executive Vice President. He has a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Michigan State University, a Masters in Business administration from the University of Michigan and is accredited as an AGC Associate Constructor. Building and remodeling are passions of his, things he does frequently at home and at his cottage. In his free time, Dennis enjoys being active in the outdoors with his wife and two children.

Glenn officially joined Granger Construction in 1990 as a third generation family member, and is now the President/CEO. He graduated from Alma College with a Bachelor of Science in Physics, has a Master’s of Engineering from the University of Utah, and has a Master’s in Business Administration from Harvard Business School. Glenn also has Dale Carnegie Sales Training and is LEED Accredited. Aside from running his business, Glenn is an avid volunteer and leader for the community. He also enjoys the adrenaline rush of going downhill skiing and wakeboarding, as well as spending time with his family.

Glenn Simon joined Granger in 1995 and is a Vice President of the company, as well as a Project Executive. He graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Building Construction Management, and has completed the Dale Carnegie Leadership Course, the Dow Leadership Program and the Eli Broad College of Business Building Winning Teams Executive Development Program. Glenn has served in advisory roles, such as President of the Board of the Lansing Builders Exchange and a Member of the Michigan State University School of Planning, Construction, & Design Industry Advisory Board. Outside work, Glenn enjoys spending time with his wife, their five grown children and their families. He also volunteers at their church as a Commentator/Lector, a Building Committee member and a fundraising committee member, and he and his wife are both marriage preparation program facilitators.

Brad is recognized by customers and fellow team members as a person who gets things done – a natural leader. A Ferris State University graduate in Construction Management, Brad has been involved in the construction industry since 1997, joining Granger Construction in 2005. His work experience focuses on effectively managing Healthcare and Higher Education projects.

Brian has served as a safety director and on-site safety manager on large construction sites since 2006. With extensive knowledge in steel erection, crane operation, cast-in place and pre-cast concrete, he strives to raise the safety consciousness of all workers on a project, guiding them through site-specific safety plans, pre-task analysis and crane action plans. Brian’s passion for safety drives his goal to help our teams deliver a safer work environment for all project employees and to protect all parties in and around our jobsites.

Chuck has been with Granger since June of 1997 and has extensive knowledge of the construction industry. His areas of expertise include contract administration, estimating, scheduling, bid preparation and supervision of on-site crews. He is particularly effective in gaining understanding of design intent and has established great working relationships with design professionals. Chuck’s positive attitude and attention to detail make him a valuable member of our team.

Darryl Massa joined Granger in 1989, and served for many years as the Executive Vice President of Operations. Transitioning to a coaching role, he now focusses on helping train the next generation of Granger leadership in his role as Project Executive. Darryl graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, and is a Registered Professional Engineer in the state of Michigan. He adds responsible leadership, promotion of positive team attitudes across the organization and consistently exceeds the expectations of our customers. When he isn’t working, Darryl enjoys playing golf with the company of his wife and three adult daughters.

Ian joined Team Granger in 2006. Some of his impressive estimating skills were gained in the water where, as a member of MSU’s Varsity Swimming Team, he constantly had to gauge his distance from multiple upcoming challenges. Ian possesses over 10 years of intense pre-construction experience and history of managing projects in excess of $100 million. His great people and communication skills truly separate him from the crowd, combined with his understanding of Owner values and needs. Known for his sense of humor, enthusiasm and foresight, Ian is the person you want in your project’s “lane.”

Jon Upton joined the Granger team in 1993, and is the Healthcare Market Segment Leader. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Michigan Technological University, and has completed the Dale Carnegie Leadership Course. Jon is also certified by the American Society for Healthcare Engineering. In his free time, Jon enjoys outdoor activities of all kinds—particularly hunting, fishing and boating.

Matt has been working in the construction industry since 1981 and joined Granger in 1996. He is known for his strong problem-solving abilities, reliability, versatility and positive professional attitude. He believes in a dynamic team chemistry and that anything can be accomplished with cohesive team effort on the project. His leadership experience has been developed on projects in the Higher Education, K-12, Corporate and Healthcare markets. He leads teams to perform at a high level with the Owner’s and overall project’s interest in mind at all times.

Matt joined Granger in 2015 as Director of Human Resources. He graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree and Master’s in Business Administration, and is passionate about enabling organizations to succeed through their people. Outside of work, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids. He is also an avid runner.

Mike has been with Granger since 1995. He has amassed considerable volume of healthcare construction-related experience which gives him a unique ability to anticipate and resolve the numerous challenges that arise on complex projects. Mike especially understands how critical it is to maintain the client’s day-to-day operations when working in an occupied and functional facility. His desire for perfection and precision with all project documents is a benefit to any project team. He is able to help the project stay on track without missing the minor details or losing sight of the overall goals.

Rob Train joined Granger in 2001 and currently serves as Vice President of Operations. Rob has a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Michigan State University, and has completed the Dale Carnegie Leadership Program. He holds a great number of accreditations, and has his General Contractors License in various areas across the United States, as well as his State of Michigan Builders License. Rob is a LEED Green Associate as well as a member of the American Society of Professional Estimators. Rob and his wife live in Sheridan, Michigan and have three children.

Sean joined Granger in 2019 as Director of Information Technology. With his strong background in project management and information technology management, Sean leads his team in addressing the technology needs across two states, four main office locations, and hundreds of changing project sites. Sean ensures Granger stays abreast of the latest security and infrastructure tends while maintaining the safety and stability of current platforms.

Sid has been working in the construction industry since 1982 and joined Granger in 1994. He has an excellent understanding of what it takes to successfully complete a job to the owner’s satisfaction. Sid is experienced in all facets of construction including bid packaging, project management and field supervision. He also has unique experience with complex performance spaces. Sid is a thoughtful listener; his clients say he prioritizes their needs and acts with their best interests in mind. With Sid’s fine attention to detail he is a key leader, ensuring that jobs get done on time and turned over to an elated owner.

Todd started working for Granger Construction as a college intern in 2009 and was hired full time in 2010 following his graduation from Ferris State University. He currently serves as a Senior Project Manager, as well as the Public Sector and Corrections Market Segment Leader. Todd’s attention to detail and dedication to the success of an overall project pays dividends surpassing our clients’ expectations. Todd is relentless in his pursuit of perfecting the fundamental elements of every construction project such as time, cost, quality, safety and communication in an effort to better meet the needs and expectations of every client. Todd and his family live in Pentwater, Michigan.

Tim VanAntwerp joined Granger in 2000 and currently works as Vice President of Sales. Tim also focuses on Lean operations, risk management, and higher education project support. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Michigan State University, and a Juris Doctor from Wayne State University. Tim is a licensed engineer, licensed attorney, and serves on the Professional Advisory Board for Michigan State University’s Civil Engineering College. Tim enjoys backpacking and fly fishing as well as working together with his wife on their highest priority project—being great parents for their two children.