PROJECT ManageMENT

Project management is the construction stage of your project. Project managers are responsible for managing all functions of construction and acting as the liaison between you and the Kuepers field crew, suppliers, and subcontractors. They will work with you on product selections and making changes. They serve as your primary contact for construction-related questions and issues. They ensure that your project is in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and obtain all necessary permits. They also coordinate scheduling of material deliveries and subcontractor work.

Ray Austin

Field Operations Manager

Ray oversees field and warehouse activities, which includes scheduling field employees on a weekly basis, determining manpower needs, and dispatching, retrieving, and purchasing construction tools and equipment. Ray previously worked as a project manager on residential, commercial, and resort/multi-family housing development projects.  He is a graduate of St. Cloud State University.

Bruce Weaver

Project Manager

Bruce has more than 15 years of construction experience and is currently managing the construction of a large, multi-phase resort in Two Harbors, MN. In addition to his previous project management experience with both residential and commercial projects, Bruce has an exceptional estimating background. He delivers competitive and accurate estimates for a wide variety of construction projects. He has an extensive knowledge of Timberline® estimating software and had even assisted with the early development of computerized estimating for Kuepers.

Eric Halbert

Project Manager

Eric has over four years of commercial project management experience. He has recently completed such projects as Camille’s in Rochester, MN, and In-Motion Physical Therapy in Baxter. Before becoming a project manager, he worked hands-on in the field. Eric earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Bemidji State University.

Dan Kennedy

Project Manager

Dan coordinates and oversees custom home and residential remodeling projects. He also has experience managing affordable housing developments and design/build commercial projects, such as Minnesota Inboard Water Sports and the Arbor Glenn Villas, both in Baxter. Dan is a graduate of Mankato State University.

Cale LaVoie

Project Manager

Cale has over 15 years of construction experience. He has managed a variety of commercial projects from multi-family housing developments, to a 27,000-square-foot furniture manufacturing facility to the recently-completed State Behavioral Clinics in Annandale, Cold Spring, and Rochester, MN. Currently, he is managing the construction of a large kitchen/bath, and lighting showroom. Cale is also a member of Kuepers’ safety committee, helping to keep the company on the cutting edge of safety equipment and procedures. Cale attended Bemidji State University and received his construction education through the Dunwoody Institute.

Paul Reier

Project Manager

Paul manages both residential and commercial construction projects. He is currently overseeing several custom residential projects throughout the area. Paul is a graduate of Bemidji State University and has previous hands-on experience with many facets of construction.