Knutson Construction Announces Multiple Promotions and New Hire
Knutson Construction Announces Multiple Promotions and New Hire
Rochester, Minnesota September 11, 2017 — Knutson Construction, a local full service construction firm, announces the promotion of two key leaders
Derek O’Connor has been promoted to Project Executive. With the firm since 1996 and the first office employee in Knutson’s Rochester division, O’Connor has played an instrumental role on a majority of Knutson’s projects in the southeastern Minnesota market, including numerous projects for Mayo Clinic, MnDOT District 6, Treasure Island Resort and Casino, the City of Mankato, and IBM. In his new role, O’Connor will help guide Knutson's strategic vision and ensure the overall satisfaction of Knutson’s clients. He will mentor and manage team members to ensure a value add delivery for Knutson’s clients. “This promotion will enable Knutson to continue to bring innovative, customer-focused construction services to our clients,” said Tom Leimer, vice president and general manager of Knutson Construction’s Rochester Division.
Tony Joseph has presumed the role of director of business development. As a former project manager in the Rochester division, Joseph is a proven leader and will leverage his more than 20 years of experience in the industry along with his technical competencies and management skills. Joseph brings a wide range of experience and insight to his new position as a result of his past experience as a subcontractor and co-owner of a local painting company.
Jason Steinke joins Knutson Construction as a superintendent where he will work closely with both the Minneapolis and Rochester team to oversee projects from acquisition through completion. Steinke has more than 15 years of experience and will continue to work in his specialized area of healthcare projects for Knutson starting with the Marshfield Clinic project in Eau Claire, WI.
“As the team embarks on the next chapter for the company, they will continue to focus on collaboration, teamwork, trust, and building lasting relationships,” predicted Leimer, vice president and general manager. “We are excited and optimistic about the changes in our leadership team and will remain focused on driving the business forward and delivering an outstanding construction experience to our clients.”
Knutson Construction provides customers with preconstruction, design-build, general contracting and construction management services. Knutson has been providing expert construction services to healthcare, corporate, manufacturing, education, industrial, civic and retail customers since 1911. In addition to Rochester, Knutson has offices in Minneapolis, Minnesota; Iowa City and Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
To learn more about Knutson Construction, visit its website at: www.knutsonconstruction.com.
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