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Company Market Research Report: Kraus-Anderson



Company Overview



  • Name: Kraus-Anderson

  • Mission: Together, strengthening the communities we serve.

  • Founded: Established in 1897.

  • Founders: Originally founded as J.L. Robinson Company.

  • Key People:

  • Bruce Engelsma: Chairman

  • Peter Diessner: CEO

  • Alan Gerhardt: President, Kraus-Anderson Construction; EVP, Kraus-Anderson Companies

  • Rich Jacobson: COO, Kraus-Anderson Construction

  • Leslie Greves: Executive Vice President of Human Resources

  • Jon Diessner: Executive Vice President, Kraus-Anderson Insurance

  • Tim Asgrimson: CFO, Kraus-Anderson Companies

  • Headquarters: 501 South Eighth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404.

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Known For: Kraus-Anderson is noted for being one of the U.S. Top 20 Construction firms in the Midwest, providing consulting and construction services nationwide. They focus on building enduring relationships and community-focused initiatives.


Products



  • Construction Services:

  • Integrated construction management services catering to a wide array of sectors, including healthcare, education, commercial, and residential projects.

  • Development:

  • Involved in developing market sectors and expanding real estate portfolios.

  • Realty and Leasing:

  • Management of various property portfolios across retail, office, healthcare, residential, and more.

  • Finance:

  • Providing financial services and secure financial solutions.

  • Risk and Insurance:

  • Innovation in insurance and risk management services.


Recent Developments



  • Recent Projects:

  • Kraus-Anderson completed construction on a new $116 million high school in Minot, N.D.

  • Began addition and renovation of NDSU’s Challey School of Music and Bolley Agricultural Research Laboratory.

  • Construction on a new $30.8 million public works facility in Oakdale, Minnesota.

  • New Office: Opened a new regional office in Des Moines, Iowa, marking expansion efforts.


  • Awards & Recognition:

  • Project Spotlight Award: North Loop Green won the Mixed Use category by NAIOP Minnesota.


  • Innovative Field Offices: Adoption of unique locales for KA field teams, transforming historical sites into functional workspaces.


Additional Information



  • Leadership Values: The leadership team exemplifies integrity, commitment, teamwork, and value for people, which is reflected in their monthly Core Values Award.

  • Community and Social Responsibility:

  • Committed to community involvement with various initiatives such as the Fall Giving Campaign and the KA Bike Duluth Festival.

  • Educational Focus: Kraus-Anderson University (KAU) promotes ongoing education and professional development.


  • Inclusion and Diversity: Dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, valuing a diversity of skills and perspectives.


This report encapsulates the company’s strategic focus on building strong, community-driven relationships and maintaining leadership in the construction and development industries. Kraus-Anderson continues to expand its reach while upholding its mission to strengthen communities through its projects and initiatives.