We see the big picture and the little details

Our commitment to clients and industry partners is unwavering.  Client satisfaction is top-of-mind.  Above all else, we are safe – working to send everyone home to their families and loved ones safe and healthy each day!

Construction experts – the proof is in our projects

We’ve been building for a while – from our first schools and offices, to healthcare, hospitality, and beyond. We handle the large, complex projects and small, community-focused efforts with the same amount of expertise and passion.  

We partner with you so that at the end of the day, your facility works! Incorporating functionality, aesthetics, and maintainability are just a few of the key aspects to consider.

55 +
Years of construction experience
160
in the 2022 ENR Top 400 Contractors ranking
1026343
total labor hours last year

Before we build anything, we build relationships

Trusting relationships matter!  That is why we do repeat projects for more than 90 percent of our clients.

Building trust by challenging assumptions and collaborating deeply, with dedication to client satisfaction.

We talk with people, not at them

Ever notice that good listeners are the best partners? We want to understand the vision for your project, what challenges you have, and work with you to bring your project to life.

Relationships, not transactions

What keeps you up at night? How can we make this easier for you? We work to exceed your expectations and get to know you so that your project experience is even more amazing than you ever imagined.

We still pick up the phone

Of course we have voice mail!

But we also have real people to answer your call.  We can’t wait to talk to you!

We’re building community, one project at a time

It’s one thing to say you “build community.” It’s another thing to actually do it! We know we wouldn’t be where we are today without the support of our community. That’s why we work every day to pay it forward.

Leadership is about more than running a company

Our employees are empowered to think,  be flexible, and  find innovative solutions for each challenge.  Giving our teams freedom means you won’t just see us if something goes wrong. We work alongside our project teams to provide confidence and experience.

Jim Johnson

Year started at GE Johnson: 1984

Word to the wise: Strive to be a world class listener.

How did you get started in the construction industry? Grew up with it, but really stared at age 15 and never regretted the opportunities presented in construction. 

Jonathan McDonald

Year started at GE Johnson: 2016

What you love about construction: I love developing and working with high performing teams and witnessing their  accomplishments. 

How did you get started in the construction industry?  In high school, my father helped get me a job as a laborer at a self-performing general contractor.

Justin Horsch

Year started at GE Johnson: June 2000

Word to the wise:  Firm, Fair and Honest. 

How did you get started in the construction industry?  My dad owns his own construction company. I have been in the industry since I started pushing a broom on his projects.

Laura Rinker

Year started at GE Johnson: 2016

What you love about construction: The assets we build make people’s lives better. From a school to a hospital, the facilities we construct enhance quality of life.

How did you get started in the construction industry? I started out editing proposals and moved into marketing. 

Michelle Robinette

Year started at GE Johnson: 2008

What you love about construction: The constant change and new challenges to solve.

How did you get started in the construction industry? Construction was appealing to me because each day is different, the project changes frequently and the challenges are fun to solve with the team.

Mike Dennis

Year started at GE Johnson: June 2016

Word to the wise: You never get what you don’t ask for.

How did you get started in the construction industry? Scraping boards and pulling nails for one of my dad’s clients at 15. 

Nate Russell

Year started at GE Johnson: 2013

What you love about construction: Each day is new and exciting.

How did you get started in the construction industry? I started working as laborer for home builder when I was 16 and eventually moved into carpentry and concrete.

Scott Miller

Year started at GE Johnson: 2000

Word to the wise: Don’t sweat the small stuff and get comfortable being uncomfortable.

How did you get started in the construction industry? I always enjoyed engineering and loved the hands-on approach to construction. 

Enough about us. Let’s talk about you.

Reach out about what’s on your mind. Have a vision you need help with?  Want a sophisticated builder that still listens? We are just down the street and a phone call away.

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