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CONTENTS2 | Calendar of Events

2 | President’s Column

2 | Networking Happy Hour

3 | New Members

3 | Board of Directors

4 | MCA Golf Tournament

5 | Ask Ms. Awards

5 | Program Registration

6 | Which Which Critical Trends Are Driving the Future

of the Construction Industry?

7 | Member to Member

12 | Sponsors

Adjust, Adapt, Act: Winning Case Studies From the Post-2007 Construction WorldJim Schug (FMI Corporation)

The current construction crunch is now in its fourth year, and the economy remains in limbo, with the looming potential for a double dip in 2012. Numerous contractors, ranging from small to large, are struggling to keep existing clients and grab a foothold in this new environment. In addition to the forced layoffs, many are losing key staff members in the process. In contrast, other construction companies are gaining traction, building a backlog, running very profitably and penetrating new areas of specialization. So what is their secret? Why are some companies doing really well while others are just barely surviving? FMI will present several case studies and distill the relevant factors that make these companies unique and successful. The session will also provide insight from senior FMI experts on proven strategies that have become crucial in running a profitable construction business, as well as common mistakes, which can lead to failure in today’s cutthroat environment.

Jim is a senior consultant with FMI, management consultants and investment bankers for the engineering and construction industry. He specializes in building profits by developing customized strategy and best-in-class operations with his clients. With more than a decade of experience as an Army Officer leading combat engineers and heavy equipment companies, Jim honed his leadership skills to successfully motivate operations in complex and challenging environments. Today, Jim is passionate about helping companies improve their businesses by applying practical experience and an in depth understanding of lasting behavioral change.

When:Wednesday, October 17, 2012Breakfast & Networking 7:30 AM - 8:00 AMProgram 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Where:8000 Norman Center Drive, Second Floor Conference RoomBloomington, MN 55437

See page 5 for the program registration form!

For more information, please call (952) 928-4646 or email [email protected]

Mission: The Minnesota Construction Association fosters education, recognition and networking for all industry professionals who collaborate, plan, create and sustain best construction practices.

Vision: The Collaborative place for the building industry

July 2012MINNESOTA CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION

Construction Views

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Calendar of EventsWednesday, July 18, 2012Networking Happy HourCES Imaging

Wednesday, October 17, 2012Adjust, Adapt, Act: Winning Case Studies From the Post-2007 Construction WorldJim Schug (FMI Corporation)8000 Tower Conference Room

Wednesday, November 14, 2012Which Critical Trends Are Driving the Future of the Construction Industry?Radek Knesl (FMI Corporation)8000 Tower Conference Room

MCA is a non-profit association dedicated to educating and promoting the construction industry. Statements of fact and opinion in this publication are the responsibility of the authors alone and do not necessarily reflect or imply the opinion of the members, directors or staff of MCA.

PRESIDENT’S COLUMNBy Alana Sunness Griffith

Wanna be a member of the “Club”?

Everyone – man, woman and child – likes to be a real part of things. Whether it is in the office, jobsite, school, sports, church, etc. … when we walk in, we

want to be recognized and feel at “home” and that we’re in the right place at the right time. Since becoming a member of the Minnesota Construction Association, I’ve always felt at “home”. I am with my peer group, feeling welcome and comfortable. When I was at the MCA Golf Outing in June, as I got out of my car and started walking towards the clubhouse I felt welcome and comfortable. Even though I may not have known everyone by name, I heard “hey, how are ya’?”, “great day to be at an MCA event”, or “are you ready for a good game of golf?” By the time I’d arrived in the clubhouse, I’d already talked to a dozen people who were all thrilled to be there, ready to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow construction professionals plus a round of golf on a beautiful course.

During a gorgeous, sun-filled afternoon of staffing our sponsored golf hole, I had the pleasure of reacquainting myself with MCA members I hadn’t seen for a while, rubbing elbows with a few non-members encouraging them to be a part of our merry group, and chatting with our Board and Committee members. All in all, it was a pleasant and rewarding day.

Following dinner, I talked with a few golfers, encouraging them to come to more of our events. As I was walking out of the dining area, I exchanged a few comments with some non-members asking if they’d had fun. With booming voices and rolling laughter, they said they’d had a great day, but they weren’t quite finished having fun yet! I said I was glad they were enjoying the fun, networking and great company that the MCA “Club” offers all its members.

When I got back into my car to make the trip home, it struck me why I always feel at home with MCA …. it truly is a “Club”. We have wonderful members, we offer interesting and educational opportunities through our programs and events, we have a great scholarship program, and when we have fun we really have a good time. And, it seems to me that people are more envious of you when you say you’re a “Club” member rather than an obligatory member of an association.

So, I propose an informal name change. Rather than being an association member, would you like to be a member of the Minnesota Construction “Club”? Get involved, stay involved, and enjoy what the “Club” has to offer.

Visit www.mnconstruction.org for more information and to register today!

Networking Happy HourHosted by CES Imaging - a Cadd/Engineering Supply company

You are invited to a July Networking Happy Hour!

Welcome members, prospective members and friends:

•Come See CES’s New Facility

•See latest in large format printing equipment & technology

•Bring a file to receive a 24”x 36” poster/photo/image while you are here!!

•Networking with your construction industry peers

Join us for Tasty Appetizers & Refreshments and a drawing for great door prizes!

When:Wednesday, July 18, 20124:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Where:CES Imaging1701 James Circle NorthBrooklyn Center MN

If you plan on attending the MCA Networking Happy Hour, please RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling (952) 928-4646.

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MCA 2012BOARD OF

DIRECTORSPresident

Alana Sunness GriffithEmpirehouse, Inc.

Vice PresidentDarrel Mullenbach,

CPA, CCIFP CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

TreasurerGregg Johnson

Target Corporation

SecretaryNick Mannel, P.E., LEED AP

Loucks Associates

Past PresidentJim Hentges

Cobb Strecker Dunphy & Zimmermann, Inc.

DIRECTORS

Jeff Callinan, LEED APJE Dunn Construction

Fred KingINSPEC, Inc.

Chad Rettke Kraus-Anderson

Construction Company

Grant TentisBlanski Peter Kronlage

& Zoch, P.A.

Nathan ThomeSteiner Construction

Services, Inc.

STAFF

Executive Director & Editor

Corinna Hastings, CAEThe Harrington Company

CES Imaging – A Cadd/Engineering Supply Company – Company MembershipCES is a full service reprographics company, primarily serving the A/E/C market. We also sell both small and large format equipment and we have unique programs that include supplies with no long-term contract requirement. We are locally owned and have been in business for 25 years.www.cesmn.com

David Fischer & Kyle Nutting - Mill City CleaningMill City Cleaning is a fully licensed and bonded commercial cleaning company servicing over 750,000 square feet of commercial space daily in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. We provide a full range of cleaning & maintenance solutions to corporations, multi-tenant, medical, industrial and retail properties. No property is too big or small. From one-time construction cleans to daily, weekly, or monthly office maintenance, to pressure washing and window cleaning, we offer a customized program to fit your business needs.www.millcitycleaning.com

Joe Haskins - Lockton Companies, LLCLockton Companies is one of the largest insurance brokers in the country. Lockton’s presence in the construction industry has been prominent since its inception in 1966. With abundant risk management tools and unyielding customer loyalty, Lockton has been catapulted to be one of the most influential brokers in the industry.www.lockton.com

Kyle Simonson - Hallberg Engineering, Inc.Established in 1979, Hallberg Engineering, Inc. is a mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm, specializing in mechanical, electrical and technology systems design commissioning/recommissioning, and energy services, such as energy studies, energy modeling and energy tax reduction analysis.www.hallbergengineering.com

Paul Wallerus - C&M Construction Consultants, Inc.Founded in 2003, C&M Construction Consultants (CMCC) offers over 15 years of experience in Construction Auditing, Project Management, Accounting, and Financial Controls. CMCC offers unique financial management, negotiating and construction auditing services to control costs, reduce risk and provide financial accountability for your project. The experience CMCC has acquired working with General Contractors allows them to leverage their skill set and knowledge to provide clients a stronger position when initiating development/construction projects.www.candmconstruction.com

PLEASE HELP MCA WELCOME OUR NEWEST MEMBERS:

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On Wednesday, June 6th, MCA hosted its 4th Annual Golf Event at Deer Run in Victoria, MN. The club is located in Victoria, MN in the western suburbs of the

Twin Cities, and is noted for friendly service and an impeccably

maintained golf course. Situated between Lake Bavaria, Church

Lake and Lake Wasserman, Deer Run’s fairways flow through

the rolling landscape and scenic hills. Known as a very fair

and playable golf course, Deer Run is fun to play for the

recreational golfer and challenging for the advanced player.

The Golf Event this year was the most successful to date

with thanks to gorgeous weather and accommodating staff

of Deer Run. Also contributing to the success were member

volunteers, raffle item donors, hole and GPS sponsors, and

three event sponsors. Fun in the sun was had by all on the

course with a scrumptious dinner and raffle drawing to end

the day. While not everyone who left the event that evening

may have had a prize in hand, they all went away winners.

The networking and good times had were priceless. The true

winners will be the scholarship recipients who benefit from the

funds raised by this event. Thank you so much to everyone

involved!

Another great MCA event to keep in mind is the Awards

of Excellence Ceremony. Voting and nominations will be

happening this fall, with the event taking place in January.

MCA Golf Tournament

a Huge Success

The golfers are in their carts and ready to go

1st place was team 8B Value Plus Flooring: Scott Beerling, Tom Sandgren, John Bessermin, Troy Kirchner

6th place was team 17B Ideal Wall Systems– Chance Jordan, James Sanford, Eric Johnson, Aaron Bring

12th place was team 15B Rochon Corporation – Nick Reynolds, Nick Wenat, Jason Peterson, Jim Smith

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Minnesota Construction Association (MCA) Program RegistrationBreakfast Program Pricing Per Program:

$30 Members pre-registered & pre-paid $35 Members at the door $25 each for three (3) or more individuals from the same member company $50 Non-Members Free Students (with valid full-time student i.d.)

Name(s) ____________________________________________ Phone ________________________________________________

Company __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

City/State __________________________________________________________________ Zip ____________________________

Card Number _________________________________________________________ Exp. Date _____________ / _____________

Card Holder’s Signature _________________________________________________ Today’s Date __________ / _____________

Card Holder’s Name (print) ___________________________________________________ Total Payment $ __________________

Billing Address of Credit Card (if different than above) ______________________________________________________________

Return registration with payment to: MCA | 4248 Park Glen Road | Minneapolis, MN 55416 | Phone (952) 928-4646 | Fax (952) 929-1318

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q November 14, 2012Which Critical Trends Are Driving the Future of the Construction Industry?

Dear Ms. Awards,

Can you tell me how my company can be considered for the General Contractor of the Year award if you don’t have a nomination form anywhere on your website? I’ve looked everywhere for it, but have not been able to find it.

I believe my company is better than every other company out there and really think we deserve to win it this year!

Sincerely,

Ask MS. AWARDS

If you have a question for Ms. Awards, please

email it to Alana Sunness Griffith, Awards Chair, c/o Corinna Hastings at info@

mnconstruction.org.

Dear Mr. Competitive,

There is a very good reason why you have been unsuccessful in finding a nomination form for the General Contractor and Sub-Contractor of the Year Awards. There isn’t one available nor will there be one available. These are the only two awards presented at the MCA Awards of Excellence Gala that are decided by a “People’s Choice” vote. In November, MCA members will receive an email requesting them to vote for these two awards. The ballots are then summarized and a winner of each is selected. The great thing about winning these awards is that they are voted on by your peers and not by a panel of judges.

Last year’s award winner was Greiner Construction for the General Contractor award. According to Brian Wessels, Project Manager at Greiner, “Being chosen by our peers as General Contractor of the Year, proves to us that what, how and who we are as a company is recognized and highly regarded throughout the construction industry. We believe in integrity and performance and receiving this award is just another way for us to validate what we do and how we treat others is a very import aspect to our company.” At last year’s gala, Greiner also took home the New Project of the Year Award (Over $10 Million) with their Solhaus Project in Minneapolis.

Kellington Construction was the award winner for the Sub-Contractor of the Year. Their company had a successful 2011 year by completing the MCTC Helland Student Center in Minneapolis, the Montgomery Lonsdale Elementary School in Montgomery and the New River Medical Center in Monticello to name a few projects that led to them winning their award.

The 2012 General Contractor and Sub-Contractor of the Year Awards will be presented on January 23, 2013 at the Awards of Excellence Gala which is held at the Minneapolis Golf Club. We wish your company well in your goal to obtain the award this year.

—Ms. Awards


Radek Knesl (FMI Corporation)

Sustained growth is critical to long-term success in the construction industry. However, consistency is difficult to maintain within our current slow-paced economic climate with its rollercoaster volatility. As we enter into 2012, FMI will give an outlook on the economic forecast and the national and regional trends that are driving our industry.

•Government construction has been rather a safe harbor for some firms the past few years, but budget constraints are expected to cause serious problems here.

•In the near term, the strongest areas of growth will be found in infrastructure-related markets like transportation, power, water and sewage and waste disposal.

•The future of infrastructure projects will depend on finding new sources of funding, often using new ideas like a National Infrastructure Bank and P3 participation.

•Industry consolidation, especially at the large end of the market, continues to occur.•Globalization influences the domestic market via further penetration of international firms and a growing number

of U.S. E&C firms pursuing international markets.•Construction is evolving from stick building to prefabrication, manufacturing and modularization with the aid of

new technologies and delivery methods like BIM and integrated project deliver (IPD).•Sureties have maintained financial discipline and kept loss ratios historically low during the recession, but expect

greater losses in smaller to mid-sized projects, thus increasing the divide between the “haves” and “have nots,” which usually favors large contractors with strong balance sheets.

•Housing has been, and continues to be, a cloud hanging over U.S. economic recovery.•Without significant growth in single-family housing, nonresidential construction will grow slower than in past

recoveries. However, multi-family construction may be in for a short boom cycle over the next few years.

As a consultant with FMI, Radek consults with contracting companies of all sizes throughout the United States and Canada. Prior to joining FMI, Radek was the vice president of business development at TCM Bank where he was instrumental in the formation and growth of the company. He is a proud recipient of the “Million Dollar Turnaround” award. Radek has more than

10 years of financial expertise through consulting in the banking industry focusing on profitability, operational effective-ness and growth strategies. Radek holds a bachelor’s degree, cum laude, in financial management and international busi-ness and a master of business administration degree with a focus on entrepreneurship from The University of Tampa.

When:Wednesday, November 14, 2012Breakfast & Networking 7:30 AM - 8:00 AMProgram 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Where:8000 Norman Center DriveSecond Floor Conference RoomBloomington, MN 55437

See page 5 for the program registration form!

For more information, please call (952) 928-4646 or email [email protected]

Which Critical Trends Are Driving the Future of the Construction Industry?


CAMILLE HELOU, KRAUS-ANDERSON vice president and director of the company’s healthcare group, has earned the designation of Certified Healthcare

Constructor (CHC) by the American Hospital Association (AHA). The CHC is a national credential that distinguishes an individual as being among the elite in the healthcare construction.

According to Elaine Mrzlak, manager of the AHA Certification Center, Helou satisfied eligibility requirements including a rigorous assessment of mastery of a well-defined body of professional knowledge.

Helou started in the construction industry in 1994 and joined Kraus-Anderson (KA) in 2001 as project manager. He has overseen notable healthcare projects, including University of Minnesota Amplatz Children’s Hospital in Minneapolis; Fairview Lakes Regional Medical Center in Wyoming, Minn.; and Park Nicollet Melrose Institute, Gillette Lifetime Children’s Specialty Healthcare and HealthPartners Specialty Center in St. Paul, Minn. Helou received a B.S. in Civil Engineering and an M.S. in Construction Management from Washington University, St. Louis, Mo. He is a member of the American Society for Healthcare Engineering.

KA is currently ranked nineteenth among the top Healthcare contractors in the U.S. by Modern Healthcare Magazine. KA has completed over 4.7 million square feet of healthcare facilities in the past five years. The company’s experience ranges from major 400,000-square-foot bed towers with state-of-the-art operating rooms, to tenant build-outs of local clinics. Current major projects include Regions Mental Health building in St. Paul, Minn.; Gunderson Lutheran Hospital expansion in La Crosse, Wis.; Riverwood Healthcare Center expansion in Aitkin, MInn.; and Cambridge Medical Center expansion, Cambridge, Minn. u

KRAUS-ANDERSON REALTY has hired ANNE JESKE as property manager. She will oversee the daily operation of retail and office properties, including lease

implementation and contract negotiations. She will also supervise maintenance staff and manage tenant improvements.

Jeske has worked in the commercial real estate arena for 15 years. She previously served as property manager for St. Paul-based Paster Enterprises, LLC where she managed mixed-use buildings and commercial buildings totaling more than 500,000 square feet.

Jeske graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Business. She is an active member in Minnesota Shopping Center Association (MSCA) and International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). u

AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING, INC. (AET) hired LA ZHAO, as a Pavement Engineer. Ms. Zhao received her Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, both from Iowa State University.

Ms. Zhao has over 4 years of experience working as undergraduate and graduate research assistant at Iowa State University. As research assistant, she delivered laboratory and field testing support to her major and managed soil dynamics and foundation engineering research on roadway construction practices across Iowa, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin. She worked on the design of a new device to assess pavement drainage layer permeability characteristics, which will improve concrete quality and extend pavement life. She also conducted extensive

literature reviews and performed various testing as an undergraduate research assistant. As most of the projects she worked on were government- or company-funded, she gained valuable experience in terms of applying academic theories on real-life projects.

La is looking forward to using her Civil Engineering and research skills at AET. u

KRAUS-ANDERSON® CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (KA) has been selected to construct the expansion of the new $9 million Sanford Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Center for Sanford Health in Bemidji, Minn. Designed by AECOM of Minneapolis Minn., the two-story, 46,385 square foot expansion is expected to open in the spring of 2013.

The Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center will integrate the services and clinicians from Sanford Bemidji orthopedics, sports medicine and rehab/Peak Performance therapy services to one central location within the hospital. The project illustrates Sanford Health’s long-term commitment for the Bemidji region, offering patients in northern Minnesota exemplary healthcare.

Kraus-Anderson is currently ranked among the top Healthcare contractors in the U.S. by Modern Healthcare Magazine. The company’s experience ranges from major 400,000-square-foot bed towers with state-of-the-art operating rooms, to tenant build-outs of local clinics.

Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota, including Sanford Bemidji, has more than 1,450 employees, 75 doctors and 118 beds and is part of the Sanford Health system based in Fargo, ND and Sioux Falls, SD. Sanford is the largest, rural, not-for-profit health care system in the nation with a presence in 112 communities in seven states. Sanford Health (sanfordhealth.org) includes 34 hospitals, 116 clinic locations and more than 1,000 physicians in 70 specialty areas of medicine. With more than 20,000 employees, Sanford Health is the largest employer in North and South Dakota. u


DORAN CONSTRUCTION announced today the hiring of two additional project managers to meet their expanding presence as a general contractor building commercial projects in the Upper Midwest.

LAWRENCE DORAN (no relation), formerly of Knutson Construction, joined Doran Construction in March. A 30-year veteran project manager and construction superintendent, Doran has supervised multi-million dollar construction projects in the Midwest and eastern states such as New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. A graduate of Utica College at Syracuse University in Upstate New York, Doran holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management.

RYAN KUZNIA, a graduate of Minnesota State University, Mankato, with a Bachelor of Science degree in construction management has over 16 years experience with Minnesota-based general contractors. Projects Kuznia managed prior to joining Doran Construction include the Rosa Parks Elementary School in Mankato, Plaza renovations at Minneapolis Community and Technical College and the North Star Commuter Rail Station in Fridley. u

KRAUS-ANDERSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (KA) has completed construction on a new 39,750-square-foot building for Metropolitan Ford in Eden Prairie located at 12477 Plaza Drive (between Highway 212 and Valley View Road). The new facility includes a large showroom and sales area with parking for up to 481 cars. The building also boasts an expanded 20-bay, state-of-the-art service area and two-story parts department.

Designed by Pope Architects, Kraus-Anderson began construction in August of 2011.

Metropolitan Ford’s owner is Metropolitan Corporation and the owner’s representative is The Seneca Group, Inc. u

AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING, INC. (AET) retained JAMES MEYER, as a Geotechnical Engineer. Mr. Meyer received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in

Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Minnesota. His master’s

research focused on the development of linear failure criteria with three principal stresses in isotropic limestone. This research would be applicable when dealing with angles of internal friction in rock-like materials, instead of cohesion and tensile strength.

Jim’s experience includes interning with the Anoka County Highway Department where he provided highway design and construction services. He also interned with AET’s Geotechnical Department where he worked with the Cone Penetration Testing (CPT) rig and interpretation of the data obtained. The CPT rig is used to identify subsurface conditions at particular locations. He will continue to work with the CPT rig in his new position as Geotechnical Engineer.

Jim resides in Minneapolis, MN with his wife Lindsay. u

KRAUS-ANDERSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (KA) was the construction manager for Friendship Village which received a national honor from Environments for Aging. The 2012 Citation of Merit recognized Friendship Village, a senior housing facility in Bloomington, Minn.

Environments for Aging and its magazine cover innovative concepts and resources for creating attractive and functional living environments for America’s aging population. Environments for Aging is the premier resource for architects, designers and facility owners, who are responsible for planning, designing, and renovating current and future senior environments.

Owned by Lifespace Communities, Friendship Village is located in Bloomington’s Highland Lake Park Reserve boasting a woodland forest, paved trails and blooming gardens. The 34,000-square-foot facility features a full Wellness Center with a spa, golf simulator, aerobics room, weight room, café and swimming pool, which utilizes a salt water chlorination system. Friendship Village also offers on-site rehabilitation services, assisted living and memory care neighborhoods and nursing center.

Lifespace Communities is the sixth largest independent living provider and seventh largest senior living provider of not-for-profit retirement communities in the United States, managing a network of 12 communities in seven states. u

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BOSSARDT CORPORATION is currently providing Construction Management services for Miller School District 29-4 in Miller, South Dakota.

The groundbreaking ceremony was held on Wednesday, May 16, 2012, for the 42,000-square-foot, $6.4 million Miller Elementary School addition. The new building will include a 19,000-square-foot gymnasium that will seat 500 people. Completion is planned for April of 2013. u


KRAUS-ANDERSON has completed construction of Trails of Orono, a $10 million, two-story senior housing development in Orono, Minn. The development houses 19 memory care and 43 assisted living apartments in a serene woodland setting just off the Luce Line Trail. The project is a long-term partnership between Kraus-Anderson and Minneapolis-based senior housing provider Ebenezer Management Services, which will manage the site. Trails of Orono is located at 875 Wayzata Blvd (New Highway 12 and Luce Line Trail Access) just minutes from downtown Wayzata.

Designed by Pope Architects, the project provides state-of-the-art care for assisted living and memory care residents in an intimate environment that gently stimulates the senses and connects with nature. Exterior amenities include walking trails, an outdoor patio with fire pit and a front porch. The interior features a palette of earth tones, abundant windows and higher ceilings. Other highlights include a movie theater, library, beauty/barber shop, physical therapy area, clubroom, dining rooms and common lounge areas.

Mindful that the adult children of seniors are typically those making the decisions about where their aging parents will live, Trails of Orono is also exploring natural wellness offerings including massage, acupuncture, chair yoga, aromatherapy/essential oils, art and music therapy, organic diet and other holistic wellness concepts.

“It’s beautiful, intimate, warm and tranquil, with an arts & crafts feel so appropriate for this area,” said Susan Farr, vice president of business development for Ebenezer Management Services. “The memory care units feature nostalgic photography of area lakes and cabins, and memorabilia evoking pleasant memories for residents.”

The project combines the expertise of two of the senior housing industry’s most experienced providers: Ebenezer Management Services (EMS) and Kraus-Anderson. As part of Fairview Health Services, EMS provides a full range of senior living and care options, and 60 operating entities in the Twin Cities metro and outstate Minnesota. EMS’s long list of industry innovations implemented in previous developments include sensor technology, intergenerational programs and geothermal energy. u

AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING, INC. (AET) hired KIMBERLY DEIBEL, as a Structural Engineer. Kimberly received her Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Michigan Technological University. She started her career with Permasteelisa North America, a custom curtain wall company, as a structural engineer. She worked as the design and field engineer for such projects as One South Dearborn, 300

North LaSalle and Trump International Hotel and Tower all located in downtown Chicago. Kimberly’s responsibilities included structural analysis, layout drawings, field inspection and support, and recruiting.

Most recently, Kimberly was a Field Engineer for Hilti Inc, one of the leading manufacturers of tools and construction products. This role combined engineering with sales and she played a vital role in the leadership team to grow sales for one of the largest territories in North America. Kimberly’s interaction with the design and construction community was crucial to many projects in her five state region.

Kimberly is looking forward to using the skill sets she has developed over the past 10 years to add value and expertise at AET. She will focus her efforts on the assessment of existing buildings and structures, investigations and failure analyses and building material and component evaluations.

Kimberly lives with her husband Patrick in White Bear Township, MN. u

JODIE UNGER, a real estate professional with over 20 years experience in residential leasing and real estate sales has joined Bloomington-based DORAN COMPANIES as Director of Leasing for its Mill & Main luxury apartment development in the historic St. Anthony Falls area of Minneapolis.

A graduate of Minneapolis College of Art and Design and Minnesota School of Business, Unger’s career experience includes positions at Point Capital Partners and Coldwell Banker Burnet.

The Mill & Main project, located at Main Street and 6th Avenue on the Mississippi River and in the St. Anthony Main Historic District, will have two-level townhouses on the ground floor and spacious one-level luxury apartments above and will be built in two phases. The 375 unit development‘s first phase is expected to be completed in June of 2012.

Kelly Doran, Doran Companies’ principal, said “Given the project’s amenities; historic setting on the river; and short walk across the Stone Arch Bridge to the Minneapolis urban center, we are thrilled to have Jodie on board to start introducing it to people who are interested in this unique location.”

Doran added that Unger will operate out of the project’s leasing center adjacent to the construction site at 501 Main Street, SE. u


KRAUS-ANDERSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (KA) has completed construction on two fire stations for the St. Louis Park Fire Department.

Designed by DLR Group, the 12-month construction project replaced both of its aging fire stations. Fire Station No. 1 is located at 3750 Wooddale Avenue and Fire Station No. 2 is located at 2262 Louisiana Avenue South.

The city studied its replacement options for several years before embarking on the approximately $15 million project, which was completed on time and on budget. The project replaced two fire stations constructed in the 1960s that did not meet accessibility rules for public buildings or accommodate today’s multi-gender Fire Department staffing. Other concerns included deteriorating structural elements, aging mechanical systems, limited ventilation, lack of apparatus storage space and insufficient meeting space to host all firefighters simultaneously for meetings and training.

The new 30,695-square-foot, two-story Fire Station No. 1 includes Fire Department administration offices, station administration, a training room, kitchen/dayroom, fitness room, locker rooms, hose tower, sleeping quarters and eight apparatus bays of varying depths. The new 16,760-square-foot, one-story Fire Station No. 2 includes station administration, a fitness room, locker rooms, kitchen/dayroom, sleeping quarters and four apparatus bays.

Both buildings incorporate energy efficient and environmentally sound design in accordance with the St. Louis Park’s Green Building Policy. The design includes use of passive solar energy and day-lighting; regionally sourced, recycled, and low VOC emission materials; high efficiency boilers and chillers; and best management practices for storm water management.

“These buildings reflect changes to fire service that occurred over the last 40 years, but most importantly they ensure that the community of St. Louis Park will be well served for the changes that occur in the next 40 years,” said Fire Chief Luke Stemmer. “These are beautiful, state-of-the art buildings that we hope this entire community takes pride in and enjoys for decades to come.”

The St. Louis Park Fire Department employs approximately 24 full-time

staff members including firefighters, administrators and support staff. It also employs approximately 30 paid-on-call firefighters. The St. Louis Park Fire Department is responsible for putting out fires, responding to medical emergencies and car accidents, overseeing clean-up of hazardous material spills, providing disaster recovery services, preventing fires by conducting inspections, enforcing the fire code and fire investigations.

“Kraus-Anderson is proud to have had the opportunity to work with the City of St. Louis Park on these quality facilities that will provide the flexibility required to meet the ever-changing needs of the community,” said Rich Jacobson, senior vice president of Kraus-Anderson. u

STAHL CONSTRUCTION of St. Louis Park has announced the signing of two new contracts for projects getting under way this summer in the Twin Cities metropolitan area and Des Moines, Iowa.

On June 25, Stahl will begin renovating six metro J.C. Penney locations to implement the retailer’s new store-within-a-store concept, creating a series of mini-boutiques built around a “town square.” Local stores to be remodeled include those in Burnsville, Eden Prairie, Edina, Minnetonka, Roseville and Woodbury.

Construction will take place simultaneously in all six Penney stores, with the work carried out in a number of “waves” or phases. Current plans call for the first wave starting this month to encompass a combined 29,000 square feet of space. The second phase, which involves an estimated 26,000 square feet, will launch in August. The third phase will start in October and run through the end of the year.

Stahl has done other work for J.C. Penney in the past, including renovations in St. Cloud and Roseville, conversion of another department store to a J.C. Penney in Eden Prairie and construction of a new store in Baxter, Minn.

In Des Moines, Stahl has already begun construction of the new Edmunds Elementary School, the first new school facility built by the Des Moines Public School District in five years. The $10.25 million project, which started June 4, will involve both construction of a new 70,000-square-foot building north of the current school as well as demolition of the existing structure. Work will be completed

prior to the 2013-2014 school year.

Other Stahl projects ongoing this summer include construction of the new Army National Guard field maintenance shop in Arden Hills; the new Urbandale Middle School, Ankeny Centennial High School and Fort Madison 4-8 School, all in Iowa; and a new elementary school and high school auditorium addition in Bennington, Neb.

Ribbon-cutting ceremonies were held recently for two Twin Cities Stahl projects: the new 98,000-square-foot Richfield Municipal Center, which held its grand opening June 2; and the Minneapolis and Community Technical College Helland Student Center, a 16,800-square-foot addition and 23,000-square-foot renovation that reopened May 3. u

AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING, INC. (AET) hired DAVID VAN DEUSEN, as a Principal Pavement Engineer. Dave received his Bachelor’s degree in Geo-Engineering

and Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota. He started his career with the University as a research engineer investigating pavement responses to heavy vehicle and environmental loadings. Dave’s responsibilities were to design, install, and monitor pavement response measurement systems in test sections.

Most recently, Dave was the Metro District Materials/Pavement Engineer for MnDOT. Responsibilities included management of the district pavement preservation program, roadway soils investigations, and bituminous and concrete quality assurance programs.

Dave is looking forward to using the skill sets he has developed over the past 20 years to add value and expertise for AET clients. He will focus his efforts with AET’s pavement group, providing pavement engineering and geotechnical services to clients in the upper Midwest and nationally.

Dave lives with his wife, children, and two dogs in Roseville, MN. He is a music enthusiast specializing in bluegrass guitar flatpicking and has recently taken up the mandolin. u


DORAN CONSTRUCTION announces that the Edge on Oak, student housing will be completed in July and is 100% leased for the 2012/2013 school year. Currently Doran Construction is building a 6 story, 65 unit University housing project at stadium village. Underground parking and many amenities are offered at the Edge on Oak. Doran demolished the existing theater structure that was on site prior to construction. Doran is excited to offer another option on the U of M campus. One of the biggest challenges with the Edge on Oak site is the tight working quarters with the lot lines being very close to a neighboring construction project. Doran Construction worked closely with the city in the review process of the project to avoid any future project delays.

Doran Construction also recently broke ground on the new Menards in Richfield MN. This store consists of 289,553 sq feet and will be completed in November 2012. This will be Doran’s 19th project with Menards. u

The Alexandria (Minnesota) School District has hired KRAUS-ANDERSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (KA) as construction manager to build a new $65.15 million senior high school that will house 1,400 students. The new school will be constructed on a 167-acre site located at 50th Avenue & Pioneer Road in Alexandria, and will bring the 9th graders into the high school, which currently serves students in grades 10-12. Construction will start this month and is expected to be completed in time for the beginning of 2014 school year.

The new 280,000-square-foot high school will feature two 3-story academic wings that include 36 classrooms, 12 flexible learning spaces for small and large groups, science labs, technology/engineering lab, art rooms, a media center and special education classrooms. The new facility will also boast new athletic fields and a stadium, an activities wing with a 3-station gymnasium, and a performing arts wing with dedicated music spaces, as well as a 1,000-seat auditorium.

A community resource available to the public and organizations for activities and events, the new facility features an eco-friendly, energy-efficient design with outdoor green areas.

The new school will replace the current facility, which is landlocked and had few options for expansion. Kraus-Anderson was selected through an RFP process in 2010 and has been working

with the school to provide accurate cost analyses through the building referendum process.

“Kraus Anderson has been an essential partner with the new high school project from the beginning and has provided support, key data and expertise that led to a successful referendum,” said Dr. Terry Quist, Alexandria superintendent of schools. “It is reassuring to know that KA will be guiding and managing the construction of this exciting new facility.”

KA has worked closely with the school, architects and the community through user group meetings to help to facilitate the long process, including its conceptual design and development.

“We are extremely pleased to have been selected to build the new high school in Alexandria and commend the district and all the parties that worked hard to approve the facility,” said John Huenink, Kraus-Anderson’s vice president and director of the company’s education group. “We expect the new high school to be an extraordinary educational facility and a beacon in the Alexandria community.” u

GE Capital Fleet Services is fueling the corporate world’s interest in eco-friendly cars. The company opened a first-of-its-kind showroom and test track for alternative fuel vehicles on the campus of GE’s fleet management business headquarters in Eden

Prairie, MN on May 31, 2012.

Over 20 models of alternative fuel vehicles participated in the grand opening, including electric, hybrid, natural gas and other alternative fuel cars and trucks. U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar was among the dignitaries who took the vehicles for a spin along the center’s private half-mile track. The 6,000 s.f., solar-panel-powered vehicle center provides classrooms, showrooms, and fueling stations for the vehicles.

The center also allows visitors access to a variety of products and solutions from GE’s ecomagination portfolio, including solutions for the smart grid, Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in a Box, fuel savings mobile applications, and other advanced energy and infrastructure technologies.

This is KRAUS ANDERSON’S third project for the client on the GE Fleet Services campus in the past three years. Previous projects have included interior remodeling and exterior window replacement at the headquarters building. KA built the GE Fleet Services headquarters building in 1982. u

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