Kraft Custom Construction, Inc.

Owner, Robert Kraft developed a love for historic buildings at an early age due to his obsession with a house down the street from his childhood home in Boston, Massachusetts, that was built in 1767. He graduated with a degree in economics from Hobart College and upon graduation became a carpenter, naturally setting himself up to become an entrepreneur in the construction industry. After years of expansion, Robert eventually downsized his company and decided to keep it simple. Kraft now has a handful of dedicated employees who share his vision for providing quality craftsmanship and a professional construction experience. Passion for carpentry, craftsmanship and professionalism has kept Robert Kraft in the business all these years.

Roger Stuckart, Project Coordinator, has been working in the industry for over 30 years on commercial, residential, agricultural and industrial properties. The most interesting item he’s sourced in his career was keg taps to work with a certain type of beer a client wanted on tap. (Roger@kraftcustomconstruction.com)

Robert's daughter Emma grew up in a carpenter's home. She learned the business by watching him fix and build things, and eventually gained the skills needed to handle tools and help on smaller projects. She even participated in a major kitchen remodel in their family home—and Robert claims she was both the youngest and bossiest supervisor he?d ever had! For a time, Emma explored a path that led her away from the world of carpentry — she graduated with bachelor's degrees in psychology and Spanish cultural studies, gained fluency in Spanish and initially worked in social services for a number of years. Yet her roots kept calling her back to the world she grew up in. Emma began working for Kraft in 2018, and currently manages office operations, marketing and development.

Jordan started working for Kraft as an Apprentice Carpenter in 2018. A Salem native, Jordan enjoys camping and playing music with friends. Though he's new to the industry, Jordan approaches each project with an open attitude, an eagerness to learn new skills, and optimism to see where his learning will take him. He believes working for Kraft is a great opportunity to build a strong career in the industry.

Randy started working in the industry in 2000 and quickly became a construction foreman, mostly focusing on framing, concrete and exterior work. After years of working independently, Randy realized his true passion not only lies in the physical art of construction itself but also in working with a team of other highly skilled professionals. He joined the Kraft team in 2018 as a Field Superintendent. Working hands on, he oversees all aspects of project supervision, carpentry duties and quality control.

Ted Wileman, Project Manager, has been working in the industry since 1982. He is experienced in residential, commercial, retail mall and office building construction. Bringing together green-building and modern architectural methods, as well as creating various finishes using wood, metals, granites, and glass, that work together and look great, is one of Ted’s favorite aspects to the ever-changing construction industry. (ted@kraftcustomconstruction.com)