Donlar Construction Co.

Throughout his 38 years in the construction industry, Gary has gained a broad base of experience that ranges from construction materials testing to project management. He has been involved in all stages of construction from the design to closeout. With a broad experience base and a level-headed demeanor, Gary brings clear perspective to construction operations and challenges. His dedication, attention to detail and skill at problem solving make him an excellent coordinator of operations of the Waite Park office and valued input to company operations. For Gary there is satisfaction in working with a hard-working, dedicated team and seeing tangible progress as a building goes up or transforms in renovation. Beyond work, Gary enjoys spending his free time with family and friends and other favorite activities like fishing, boating and salt.

Jon has 3B years of experience in the construction industry and much of that time was working at Donlar Construction. He began as a skilled laborer and then as foreman. Following school and work as a registered architect, Jon returned to construction as a project manager and estimator, applying his design experience and insight to his work. Jon was LEED accredited in 2007 and was instrumental in facilitating a number of LEED Certified projects In February 200B, Jon was named Chief Operating Officer for Donlar Construction and since that time has been in charge of the day to day operations and strategic direction of the company. Jon's enthusiasm for the complexities of the construction process began very early, watching his dad apply his skill to construction projects under his eye and seeing the building materialize phase after phase. He still has not lost his enthusiasm for the building process and enjoys the complex nature of the entire process, where one is tested with regular challenges and one is required to meet those with solid, workable solutions. Outside of work Jon enjoys fishing and golfing but his family happily keeps him most busy.

Karl has 23 years experience with accounting in the construction industry. He graduated from St. John's University with a double major in Accounting and Political Science and passed The Uniform CPA Examination in fall 1997 on his first attempt. scoring second highest score in Minnesota At Donlar Construction, Karl is responsible for overseeing the financial and administrative functions of the company. Because finances impact all areas of business, it's important for a CFO to have broad company involvement and impact from safety & risk management to HR. & benefit plan administration, to payroll, jab costing, subcontractor and vendor management to computer & IT management. Karl is motivated by the impact he is able to bring to Donlar's employees, clients, vendors and subcontractors Karl grew up on a farm in Central, MN where he learned not only the benefit of hard work but also working smarter to find a better, more efficient way to get the job done. He promotes this phi Iosophy today by bringing technological improvements and upgrades to Don lar_ Karl spends guality time with family and friends, is especially fond of time spent at the lake.

Stewart, our Chief Estimator, has 42 years of construction related experience and brings a disciplined and comprehensive approach to pre-construction services and cost control. Throughout his career Stewart has held a variety of positions such as Vice President, Chief Estimator, Estimator, and Project Manager, and for a period of 10 years held numerous high-level management positions where he was responsible for all aspects of day to day operations.  As Chief Estimator, he works with Donlar’s project management staff to ensure accuracy and timeliness during the critical pre-construction and construction phases of all contract work.

Jerald has over 34 years of experience in the construction industry as a project manager with experience in both engineering and construction. He progressed from a field laborer to senior project manager/Chief estimator in institutional, residential, industrial, commercial, and medical construction projects upwards of 55,000,000. Jerald has worked both locally and nationally, bringing his experience, coordination skills, and passion for innovation to his projects and the organizations he serves. 8 years with Donlar.

Having 15 years of experience as a Concrete Finisher, Scott brings extensive field experience to his duties as General Superintendent / Safety Director. He is highly motivated and applies his hands-on experience and dedication to keeping Donlar’s personnel up to date with construction safety requirements and best practices. He leads our trade personnel’s Annual Safety Training Day to reinforce and maintain policies, and he fields daily safety questions. Scott is a steady presence and a respected leader at Donlar Construction.