OAK BROOK, IL - The entire KRU got festive, grabbed some putters and hit the greens to celebrate our accomplishments and successes this past year at our annual KCC Holiday Party hosted at Puttshack in Oak Brook, IL. We indulged in delicious food, refreshments and of course a competitive couple rounds of mini golf.   It was fantastic to gather everyone together to kick off the holiday season and reflect on an exceptional year together building for our partners and clients. We are filled with appreciation for the dedication and commitment our team puts forth everyday, doing things The Krusinski Way.  

As we reach the end of another year, Krusinski Construction Company would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our valued partners and clients. As we continue to strengthen our relationships locally and nationwide, we take pride in what we build and doing things the right way, The Krusinski Way.We are enthusiastic about the future and the opportunities ahead as we follow Our Proven Process and provide an exceptional building experience along the way. We look forward to many more memories and successful projects in the years to come. Thank you to our dedicated team, partners and clients who have supported us throughout our journey.In honor of our strong partnership, Krusinski Construction Company is proud to support three worthy organizations making a difference in the many lives of children and families.This month, a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Open Heart Magic and Tunnel to Towers Foundation has been made by KCC to help give back to the communities where we live and work.      On behalf of everyone at Krusinski Construction Company, we wish you and your families a joyous holiday season and a wonderful New Year!Cheers, Krusinski Construction Company

OAK BROOK, IL - Krusinski is spreading joy to children, teens and seniors this holiday season to ensure they feel the heartwarming good spirit this time of year. In partnership with the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program, the KRU was extra generous this year, filling the KCC tree with lots of cheer and presents for families in need benefitting the Greater Chicagoland area.     We are overjoyed to contribute to a great cause and help give back to the community to ensure everyone has a safe and happy holiday, filled with kindness and generosity. A special thank you to our KRU who contributed and helped make this holiday season brighter for others. Your generosity is truly appreciated!  

Cold storage, data centers and logistics: Chicago’s 2024 CRE trends The industrial real estate market in the Chicago area is buzzing with activity and Krusinski Construction Company is at the forefront, breaking ground on a major project that exemplifies the trends shaping the industry. The company is serving as the general contractor for Trammell Crow Company’s (TCC) 788,000-square-foot speculative cross-dock warehouse at the Plainfield Business Center. Slated for delivery in the fall of 2025, the facility marks the first speculative warehouse in the business center.   “Future phases of TCC’s Plainfield Business Center are currently being planned and at full buildout, the development will encompass over 8 million square feet of industrial space,” shared Jeffrey J. Krusinski, President and CEO of Krusinski Construction Company. The state-of-the-art warehouse located on 52 acres at 26220 W. 143rd St. is designed to meet growing demand for industrial facilities with cutting-edge features. Boasting 40-foot clear heights, 80 dock doors expandable to 160 and 211 trailer parking stalls, the building is strategically positioned near I-55 and I-80, two critical transportation corridors.   According to Colliers’ Q3 2024 Chicago Industrial Market Report, the region continues to experience steady demand for industrial space despite broader economic uncertainties. The overall vacancy rate remains low at 4.64%, even as new supply enters the market. Year-to-date, Chicago has seen more than 12 million square feet of industrial space delivered, with an additional 19.3 million square feet under construction. Notably, the I-55 and I-80 corridors, where Plainfield Business Center is located, are among the most active submarkets. These areas boast low vacancy rates and high absorption levels, reflecting strong demand for modern facilities. In Q3 alone, net absorption across the Chicago metro area totaled 3.8 million square feet, demonstrating robust leasing activity.   Krusinski noted that demand for specialized facilities including cold storage and high-tech manufacturing plants has reshaped Chicago’s industrial construction market. The rise of e-commerce and increased consumer demand for fresh products are fueling the need for temperature-controlled warehouses, especially to support the food and pharmaceutical sectors.   “Developers are investing heavily in cold storage facilities, both by constructing new ones and retrofitting existing warehouses to meet modern standards,” Krusinski said. “This trend aligns with the growing emphasis on meeting the operational needs of industries requiring precision-controlled environments.”   Another rapidly expanding subsector is data centers, driven by the rise of cloud computing and artificial intelligence. With its robust infrastructure and connectivity, the Chicago area has emerged as a prime location for these high-tech facilities.   While speculative developments are prevalent, Krusinski has observed a growing trend toward build-to-suit projects.   “Specific tenant requirements and a cautious approach from developers amid market uncertainties are driving this shift,” Krusinski explained, noting that these tailored projects ensure that facilities meet precise operational needs, offering tenants a level of customization that speculative developments cannot provide.   To keep pace with the evolving needs of the industrial sector, Krusinski Construction Company takes a collaborative approach to project development.   “Supporting the projected demand for new facilities, especially in sought-after subsectors like logistics and warehousing, involves a strategic approach focused on flexibility, technology and partnerships,” said Krusinski. “We work with clients from the early design phase to ensure that facilities align with their specialized operational requirements.”   Krusinski anticipates a robust industrial construction pipeline in 2025, with several high-impact projects on the horizon, including Plainfield Business Center. The Colliers report supports this optimism, projecting sustained demand for industrial space in Chicago. With average asking rents climbing to $6.45 per square foot and new leasing activity totaling 15.2 million square feet in 2024, the market shows no signs of slowing.   Click here to read the article on the REJournal website.

Oak Brook, Illinois - Krusinski Construction is honored to celebrate Dan Laffey, Senior Project Superintendent, for 5 years of building exceptional projects with Krusinski Construction Company.   Dan is a dedicated leader and mentor for our Field Operations team who goes above and beyond to Do The Right Thing for our projects, partners and clients. His knowledge and expertise in the field are exemplified on every KCC project and he is dedicated to streamlining our proven process to ensure each job is built The Krusinski Way.   “Krusinski has a great team atmosphere where everyone works together to get the job done right the first time, to ensure the best results. The Krusinski culture is next to none the best in the business, providing us (field team) with all the tools and resources to be organized, efficient and knowledgeable,” says Laffey. “I am grateful for the opportunity Krusinski has provided me to advance my career and to do it alongside some of the best in the business, my fellow superintendents and project team staff members.”   Congratulations Dan on hitting your 5-year milestone with Krusinski Construction Company. We cannot wait to see each of your next projects come to life and support our business as our boots-on-the-ground go-to guy!

OAK BROOK, IL—Trammell Crow Company (TCC) has named Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) as the General Contractor to build a 788,000-square-foot speculative warehouse development located on a 52-acre site within the more expansive Plainfield Business Center in southwest suburb Plainfield, Illinois.   TCC Stewart South Phase I is the newest modern industrial building in TCC’s Chicago area and national portfolio. Site work has already started and construction on the new facility will take approximately 12 months. The building is expected to be ready for occupancy in Fall 2025.   The speculative, tilt-up construction, cross-dock facility is being built with flexibility in mind. While marketing the building as a single user property, TCC Stewart South Phase I is divisible to accommodate multiple tenants.   The building will primarily feature 50’ x 56’ bays and 56’ x 60’ speed bays including 40’ clear height, 80 dock-level doors with the ability to expand to 160, and 4 drive-in doors. The site will be comprised of parking stalls for 392 cars and 211 trailers. To be proactive in meeting sustainability needs of a potential future tenant, the building has been designed and is being built to accommodate the installation of solar panels, if needed.   “We are very excited to have been named by TCC on another development project and to help them further expand their portfolio in Chicago,” said Craig Kenmotsu, Project Executive, Krusinski Construction Company. “This new project strengthens our partnership with TCC and is being built with considerable flexibility to accommodate the needs of today’s industrial market.”   This represents the seventh project, totaling more than 2,876,000 million square feet, KCC has been awarded by TCC. Of those projects, six are for ground-up construction spanning from warehouse, industrial and multi-family projects.   Plainfield Business Center is located approximately 40 miles southwest of downtown Chicago and represents a farm field to speculative development project. The Chicago industrial marketplace continues its expansion outwards as demand for space in this area continues to grow. The site offers proximity to both Interstate 55 and I-80, two of the metro area’s major thoroughfares.   Future phases of Plainfield Business Center are currently being planned. TCC notes that at full buildout, the development will encompass over eight million square feet of industrial space.   “With the improvements being made to 143rd Street, we believe Plainfield Business Center will become the location of choice for large industrial users looking for space along I-55,” said Josh Udelhofen, senior vice president with TCC in Chicago. “The Far Southwest Suburban submarket, where Plainfield Business Center sits, has already proven itself as a top industrial submarket in the region, boasting over 96 million square feet of space and an impressively low vacancy rate. Our project is well-suited to meet the area’s existing and future warehouse demand.”   Members of the Krusinski Construction team include Craig Kenmotsu, Project Executive; Michael Urick, Senior Project Superintendent; and Angie Mojica, Project Coordinator. Other members of the development and construction team include Harris Architects as architect and Kimley-Horn as civil engineer.  

Construction risk can generally be categorized as Rework/Defect, Safety, Loss or Unforeseeable. As it should, safety is commonly addressed on construction sites with robust safety programs, oversight and regulations due to the threat to life.    It has been suggested that safety programs cost 2.5% of project costs when construction site injuries account for 6%-9% of the total project cost.   Here we will discuss the quality assurance as it relates to rework/defects - financial risk equal to safety.   The American Society of Quality (ASQ) defines quality management as: The application of a quality management system in managing a process to achieve maximum customer satisfaction at the lowest overall cost to the organization while continuing to improve the process.   quality management involves establishing a culture of  “doing it right the first time”   Rework - reduces workflow: Incomplete drawings Poorly defined scope of work Mismanagement of change orders Poorly written contracts Unknown site conditions Issues with subcontractors and suppliers Poor project management   A study conducted by Navigant Construction Forum placed the total cost of rework, including both the direct and indirect factors combined, at 9% of the total project cost - this is equal to construction site injuries. Quality assurance programs should be as robust as safety programs to address the risk.   The Construction Specification Institute (CSI) defines quality assurance during design as: The procedures for guarding against defects and elements of the design for conformance with requirements.   The CSI suggests that the goal of every design team should be to prepare “clear, concise, correct, and complete” documents.   Reasons teams fail to attain their goals: Lack of support for Team Culture Lack of proper Team Usage Lack of Planning Lack of Resources Lack of Clarity Lack of Mutual Accountability Lack of Effective or Shared Leadership Lack of focus on Creativity and Excellence Lack of Training Research recommendations: Design firms are advised to integrate construction knowledge & contractor’s experience in the design process as an approach to improve building performance Changing organizational culture & getting senior management support are essential for successful implementation of constructability concept in design firms Barriers to constructability need to be identified & strategies for overcoming have to be planned, implemented & evaluated Design firms are encouraged to…facilitate the integration of…constructability concept in the design process   SOURCE: A.A.E Othman - Improving Building Performance Through Integrating Constructability in the Organization, Technology and Management in Construction - An International Journal - 3(2)2011   A quality assurance program should be implemented to minimize the risk of rework by aiding design teams in attaining their goals. Those overseeing the quality assurance program should orchestrate collaboration, share lessons learned, review standards, perform constructability reviews, undertake mock-ups, and be the champion of a non-traditional design process.   A non-traditional design process is more appropriate considering the complexity of today’s buildings. It is important to bring construction expertise into the design process and allow the design expertise to inform the construction process. Gone is a Design-Bid-Build approach. The construction team should be informed of the client’s goal and expectations while understanding the design intent. They will ultimately build better - armed with that information.     Macleamy's curve. Effort spent over a project's life cycle from (The Construction Users Roundatable, 2004). The peak for effectiveness is shifted towards the earlier design stage (shown in curve 4) in IDP compared to the conventional practice (shown in curve 3). Having brought construction superintendents to the design development review, as part of a quality assurance program I oversaw, I can assure you it is productive and appropriate!     At minimum, that process eliminated the need to submit requests for information (RFIs). This assured more accurate bids, reduced schedule delays, and saved the design team the cost of responding.   SOURCE: Impact & Control of RFIs on Construction Projects, Navigant Construction Forum   One study shows that an average of 887 RFIs per construction project were submitted in [the] Americas (Hughes et al., 2013). That equates to, on average, $957,960 for review and response by the design team. Let’s assume the construction team is spending nearly the same identifying and preparing the RFI. There is a significant financial incentive to commit to a robust quality assurance program. We will not discuss the impact the average 9.7-day response to RFIs has on the schedule, but we can all agree time is money.    RFIs minimize rework during construction, but post-construction rework is another risk to consider. What pops up during warranty or perhaps worse yet post-occupancy. Construction defects are the basis of lawsuits that are an even bigger risk.  Common construction defects: Façade Leaks - often lead to mold issues Windows Leaks - usually related to faulty installation Wood Flooring Issues - usually leads to sound transmission & warpage Fire-Stopping Deficiencies - can contribute to loss of life Ventilation / Exhaust Issues - can contribute to occupant discomfort & often lead to mold issues Plumbing Leaks Inferior Substitutions Inadequate Warranties   The cost of construction defects was more complicated to define here with studies suggesting 4% of the total budget while others said 15%-40%. When construction defects do come up in conversation no one is happy about them! A thorough quality assurance plan can do nothing but reduce construction defects - avoiding litigation and post-construction rework.    Let’s consider the impact of rework and defects on an example project. A 100-unit senior housing community would likely have a $18M construction budget. Statistically there is a $2,300,000-$8,800,000 total risk and unfortunately, many commercial general liability policies do not provide coverage for construction defects. Both the language of the policy and the laws of the state are important in interpreting coverage. Quality assurance is intended to address this.   Robust project specific quality assurance plan can: Adopt a commonly accepted quality management standard like ISO 9001 Bring construction knowledge deep into the design process Devise standard documentation and processes that are likely to live on a management platform such as Procore or PlanGrid assuring all partners have full access Institute reviews such as peer, coordination, accessibility, building code, and constructability  Include an extensive building envelope review meeting including all trade partners and the associate technical reps for the envelope materials Include mock-ups, first installation reviews, and testing Review applicable codes, regulations, ordinances, and standards Establish regular pre-construction, progress, and coordination meetings Inform cost estimates and schedules Define the request for information, observation and punch list processes Support a scheduling process like that of the Lean Construction Institute (LCI)    Currently we are seeing larger/more sophisticated builders bring quality assurance in-house under the oversight of technically oriented professionals, often architects, with a strong background in construction. There are advantages to that approach with their ability to understand the design intent and convey that to the construction team as well as their ability to act as an in-house consultant on detailing and code issues. Multi discipline experience tends to be a benefit to an effective manager of a quality assurance program by understanding an issue from its various sides. Quality assurance often appears as a bullet point in job descriptions for project/construction managers, but it is complex problem that deserves greater attention. All that being said, there are also options to hire quality assurance consultants, like Quality Built, affording smaller builders a similar level of risk management.   Finally, a thorough quality assurance program reduces the number of RFIs, the risk of rework, and the risk of defects inherent in the construction. That program should be undertaken throughout the life of the project with the intent of it becoming standard operating procedure for all team members from architect to operator. All this equates to savings, in both time and money, as well as a on-time product with less frustration for all parties - owner, architect, engineer, builder, supplier, trade partner, operator, and user.

OAK BROOK, IL - Krusinski always strives to go above and beyond to support the communities where we live and work. Last Friday, our KRU teamed up and proudly volunteered at Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) at Christ Church of Oak Brook where we helped pack 286 boxes of food providing 61,776 meals for malnourished children around the world.   FMSC operates by using donations to cover the cost of meal ingredients, while volunteers generously donate their time to hand-pack each meal. Their mission is simple yet powerful: "Reaching everyone, until they ALL are fed." Krusinski is proud to support this cause and contribute to helping those in need.   FMSC believes hope starts with food. By sending meals to over 112 countries, these meals help provide a nutritious meal that has a lasting impact on their lives to grow, thrive and develop to their full potential.

OAK BROOK, IL—Krusinski Construction Company has completed interior buildout projects in Colorado and Maryland to support Santa Monica Seafood’s expansion of operations in the Mountain West and Mid-Atlantic regions. The two projects, totaling 58,000 square feet, are representative of and showcase Krusinski’s national capabilities for tenants with multiple locations and experience working with companies in the food processing, food manufacturing and freezer cooler sectors.   The new facilities are part of a strategic move by Santa Monica Seafood to expand its U.S. presence and allow for deliveries to 40 states in the U.S. within 48 hours of packing. Each of the buildouts converted existing industrial space into food production spaces with specific requirements for electrical power, water service and installation of specialized food processing and preparation equipment.   “These projects are an integral part of our efforts to support Santa Monica Seafood as the company expands its presence and capabilities to deliver goods quickly throughout the country,” said Andy Johnson, Executive Vice President, Krusinski Construction Company.   In the Mid-Atlantic region, the firm completed a 25,000-square-foot interior renovation at 7071 Dorsey Run Road in Elkridge, Maryland, located outside of Baltimore. Following partial demolition of the space, the facility was fitted with new underground plumbing, electrical service, floor drainage and sanitary lines. This infrastructure was essential in accommodating the complex cooling and freezer spaces, packaging lines, ambient rooms, and refrigerated equipment to work in temperatures as low as negative 10-degrees Fahrenheit. Krusinski company also added epoxy floors for durability, a glycol system, and specialized lighting in the office space.   “Food processing facilities typically require a higher, more intense level of scrutiny and approval for health and safety-related concerns,” said Johnson. “Because of that, the project required a detailed and coordinated effort to complete the demolition of the previous space, rebuilding to Santa Monica’s and the local municipal specifications, installing equipment, and securing approval from inspectors.”   Krusinski Construction Company also completed the build-out of a 33,000-square-foot seafood processing and distribution facility in Thornton, Colorado for Santa Monica Seafood.   The scope of work for the Thornton project was similar to that completed in Baltimore. Following a partial demolition, Krusinski removed existing equipment and made dock modifications. Additional scope of work included reinforcing of existing steel, MEP for coolers/freezers; installing racking systems, refrigeration equipment, glycol in the freezer floor, and an ice machine platform; and adding new fire protection and fire alarm systems and polyurethane floors.   According to Johnson, while the local inspection process there was easier, Krusinski was able to improve its efficiencies and processes based on lessons learned from Baltimore.   In securing and completing assignments like these for Santa Monica Seafood, Krusinski has leveraged the resources and connections of the Citadel National Construction Group, an alliance of seven regional construction firms that serve 17 cities. This alliance allows Krusinski, a founding member, and other firms to tap into the resources and connections that might otherwise be difficult to identify with great confidence.   Other members of the Krusinski Construction team included: Ryan Lehman, Project Manager; Josh Peterson, Project Engineer; Andrew Dempsey, Project Superintendent; and Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator. Design Group Facility Solutions was the architect for both projects.   ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

Patients from around the world choose Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (SRAlab) for their acute rehabilitation services, which provide exceptional care for stroke, spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries. They serve more than 50,000 patients every year, supported by their committed staff of over 2,700 people dedicated to advancing rehabilitation science and care.SRAlab is consistently recognized as the national leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation, topping the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital list for the 34th consecutive year.With a flagship hospital in downtown Chicago, SRAlab had a strategic vision to expand and enhance its presence in the Chicagoland market. Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) was proud to serve as their General Contractor partner to help accomplish their vision and goals. From brand new, ground-up facilities, to major renovations, KCC provided expertise, services and a dedicated KRU to allow Shirley Ryan to serve more patients across the region. Today, SRAlab has a network of over 30 sites that provide inpatient care, day rehabilitation and outpatient services.Krusinski Construction is proud to have completed:  Krusinski is honored to be a Trusted Advisor to long-time, repeat client, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. See firsthand how these facility upgrades enhanced the rehabilitation environment for those dedicated and strong-willed patients in their journey to recovery!

OAK BROOK, IL - At Krusinski, we prioritize the health and well-being of all our KRU members. Through our KCCares initiative, we provide a positive work environment in our office, job sites and in our community by fostering a supportive and Caring company culture and atmosphere. In support of World Mental Health Day, KCC offers vital resources for our KRU members and is committed to providing a comfortable and safe working environment.   Emphasizing the importance of mental health, Gina Krusinski, Vice President of Human Resources shares, “World Mental Health Day serves as an important reminder of our shared responsibility to support mental well-being. At Krusinski Construction Company, we recognize that our KRU is our greatest asset. We are dedicated to cultivating a culture that empowers everyone to excel. By offering resources and fostering a supportive, caring environment, we not only enhance engagement but also boost productivity and innovation.”    Mental Health Awareness is an important topic in today’s landscape, especially in the workplace. This year, the World Health Organization is focusing awareness on “Mental Health at Work" and ways to support and provide resources to those who are struggling with their mental health.   Krusinski takes proactive steps to support the mental well-being of our employees through numerous benefits, engaging activities and personal options including: Virtual mental health appointments through our healthcare provider 4 optional work-from-home days each month Wellness Days FUN Fridays Extended leave options Paid bereavement leave Paid time off and paid parental leave Substance abuse treatment support Disability accommodations 8 hours paid volunteer time per year   Through the Krusinski Family Fund, KCC actively gives back to our community and several organizations throughout the Chicago area. Recently, we participated in the Out of the Darkness Community Walk helping raise over $36,000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. This cause is particularly dear to us as, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates compared to other industries. As a proud sponsor, KCC is honored to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who are in need the most to challenge the stigma and raise awareness for mental health, not only in the construction industry, but in our community as a whole.   In late February 2025, we will be attending the Construction Working Minds Summit in Dallas, Texas along with one of our Citadel National Construction Group partner companies, Rogers-O’Brien Construction. As a sponsor, we have exclusive access to panels and discussions where we will engage in topics related to well-being, mental health, health and safety priorities for employees, trade workers and the community.   Let’s continue prioritizing mental health and support those in our workplace and in our community. Be mindful and care for those around you. Provide strength and positivity to those in need. Always be supportive and remind those struggling, that they are not alone.

Passive System + Active System + Evacuation System = Comprehensive Building Fire Protection Protecting occupants and the building is a top priority. One of the most critical measures to be taken is setting up a code compliant comprehensive fire protection system.   The types of fire protection systems are passive, active, and evacuation. Let’s explore the differences and how they work together to provide a comprehensive fire protection system.   CONTAIN FIRE with a passive system   Passive fire protection systems are designed to contain a fire to its point of origin and control the spread of flames and smoke throughout a building. This is done by compartmentalizing a building into controlled areas. Proper design and installation of all the necessary components of a passive fire protection system can be a complex undertaking, but necessary for code compliance and providing a comprehensive building fire protection system.   Passive fire protection systems may include: Fire-resistant enclosures: Walls, floors, and ceilings can be designed and built in a way to resist the impact of fire and confine the fire and smoke to its point of origin. A fire-resistant enclosure is incomplete without fire doors and firestopping. Firestopping: MEP work will likely pass through fire-resistant enclosures in the form of pipes and conduits, and firestopping materials and systems must be employed to maintain the fire-resistant capacity of those enclosures. Fire doors: Passages are a common need in fire-resistant enclosures and doors must have specific properties of fire-resistance and might even be interconnected to the active fire protection system. Fire dampers: HVAC ducts are a natural conveyor of fire/smoke and dampers shut off that route at the line of the fire-resistant enclosure. Applied fireproofing: Structural members susceptible to the heat of a fire can be insulated with spray-applied fireproofing or even intumescent products to maintain their structural integrity during a fire event. Fire-resistant glass: Glass can be added to fire-resistant enclosures, with proper detailing and properties of fire-resistance, and still maintain adequate separation to contain fire.   Advantages of passive fire systems include: Power, water or people not required to work properly. Limit damage to a building and its contents from smoke and fire. Protect paths of egress for occupants to evacuate during a fire. Integrate with other fire protection systems for comprehensive protection.   However, passive fire protection systems have disadvantages: Do not detect or respond to a fire. Complex by nature to properly specify, detail and install. Often addressed with a “red is right” mentality – if someone applies fire caulk it is mistakenly assumed to be complete.   FIGHT FIRE with an active system Active fire protection systems are designed to detect and suppress fires to detect and suppress fires using various devices and methods. Perhaps the most common type of active fire protection system, fire sprinkler systems, use a network of pipes and sprinkler heads to distribute water in the event of a fire.   Active fire protection systems may include: Sprinkler systems: The heat of the fire activates sprinkler heads and a network of pipes distributes water to those heads, allowing the water to quickly extinguish the flames. Detection/alarms: The fire department automatically receives notice when the system is activated. Extinguishers: Fire extinguishers are portable devices to extinguish small fires readily available for use by occupants. They typically contain dry chemicals, foam, or carbon dioxide. Suppression systems: Fire suppression systems use a variety of agents—water mist, carbon dioxide or dry chemicals—to suppress fires. They can be installed in specific areas of a building, such as a kitchen or a server room.   Advantages of active fire systems include: Detect and suppress fires, minimize damage and prevent injuries. Meet the specific needs of a building through customization. Integrate with other fire protection systems for comprehensive protection.   However, active fire protection systems have disadvantages: Require a power source, which means they can be affected by power outages or malfunctions. Malfunctions may occur due to lack of maintenance or tampering. Water supply may be inadequate due to pressure or freezing. Subject to false alarms, which can be disruptive and costly.   ESCAPE FIRE with an evacuation system Evacuation systems are designed to help occupants navigate to safety in the event of a fire.   Evacuation system may include: Path of egress: Continuous and unobstructed circulation route from any point in a building to the public way. Exit signs: Guide occupants safely out of the building - clearly visible from all directions, even from a distance, and well-lit enough to be easily seen if the power fails. Area of refuge: A temporary haven from the effect of a fire or other emergency might be included as part of the circulation path – commonly to address elevation differences. Panic hardware: Door hardware designed to allow occupants to exit easily along the path of egress. Horn strobe: Alerts occupants that they need to evacuate with the tell-tale noise and strobing light.   Advantages of evacuation systems include: Occupants are alerted of a fire and directed out of the building prior to an immediate threat. Strobe will alert the hearing impaired of the emergency.   However, evacuation systems have disadvantages: Prone to false alarms or malfunction. When the threat of a fire is not immediately present, occupants will often not exit to safety. Path of egress or area of refuge might be impeded by owner’s stored good or furniture. MANAGE FIRE by blending passive + active + evacuation systems Most buildings will have a combination of passive, active, and evacuation components to create a comprehensive building fire protection system. Fire doors may be connected to the fire alarm to automatically close in the event of a fire to assure that the fire-resistant closure is complete and there will be appropriate exit signs at the doors to direct occupants safely out.   Another example is if a fire sprinkler system is required, a pump room may need to be created with a fire-resistant enclosure. If a fire occurs outside the pump room - the pump is protected while it addresses the fire. If a fire occurs inside the pump room - the fire cannot spread to areas now unprotected by the fire sprinkler system. In both cases above, exit signs will be available to direct occupants to safe points of egress.   CODE COMPLIANCE with proper design and installation We must understand the intent of the code to help ensure the design and installation provide a code compliant building.   Validity of permit – International Building Code (IBC) “The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of this code… The issuance of a permit based on the construction documents and the other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring the correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is authorized to prevent occupancy or use of the structure where in violation of this code or any other ordinance of this jurisdiction.”   Code liability – common drawing notes “Provide exits, exit lighting, fire protective devices, and alarms in conformance with codes and ordinances.” “All work shall be performed in strict compliance with federal, state, and local codes and any other regulations having jurisdiction over said project. The contractor shall protect and indemnify the owner and/or architect against any claim or liability arising from violation of any code or regulation.” Let’s look at some code statements to get a feel for the intent:   Firestopping – International Building Code (IBC) “Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indication the location, nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of this code…” “Through penetrations shall be protected by an approved penetration firestop system installed as tested…and shall have an F rating of not less than the required fire-resistance rating of the wall penetrated.”   Dampers – International Building Code (IBC) “Ducts and air transfer opening that penetrate fire partitions shall be protected with listed fire dampers installed in accordance with their listing.” “Fire and smoke dampers shall be provided with an approved means of access that is large enough to permit inspection and maintenance of the damper and its operating parts.”   Exit Signs - International Fire Code (IFC) “The path of egress travel to exits & within exits shall be marked by readily visible exit sign to clearly indicate the direction of egress travel in cases where the exit or the path of egress travel is not immediately visible to the occupants.”   LOOK OUT for these things:   Firestopping: 1) will the sealing be subjected to movement or loading 2) fire resistance period required – rating in hours 3) insulation and water penetration requirements 4) size of opening the service passes through – ancillary space 5) compatibility issues with the service and firestopping Dampers: 1) requirements for inspections and service 2) retaining angles are the most common installation with no firestopping (firestopping can restrict proper operation of the damper) Exit signs: 1) line of sight placement – visible from all directions 2) location or configuration of stored items may impact line of sight 3) AHJ may be planning on approving final layout during field inspection Fire sprinkler: 1) adequate bracing and support 2) freeze protection of all components 3) positioning at obstructions like fans, ducts, conveyors, and racking 4) addressing concealed combustible spaces 5) adequate pressure to operate the system   Tips to help you manage these systems effectively:   Be informed: A knowledgeable project team will understand what components are required by the code and their design and installation.   Seek professional advice: Firestopping manufacturers have dedicated technical representatives to advise on products and systems to be incorporated into the comprehensive system and are available to train installers and address concerns on-site.   Work with qualified professionals: Qualified professionals include certified installers, informed inspectors, fire protection engineers, and engaged architects can provide expert guidance on system design and installation.   Article Source: Comprehensive Building Fire Protection–Getting It Right

OAK BROOK, IL - At Krusinski, Caring is at the heart of everything we do, and we always strive to support our communities, clients, trade partners and industry. This past weekend, Krusinski was a proud sponsor of the Out of the Darkness Community Walk in DeKalb, IL, as we supported Curran Contracting Company which raised over $34,000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.   Together, we can help make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who are in need the most to challenge the stigma and raise awareness for mental health, not only in the construction industry but in our community as a whole. Every conversation, smile and show of support matters—let’s keep the momentum going and end the stigma on mental health.   Special shoutout to Curran Contracting Company for organizing such an impactful event bringing together the community to show their support for all forms of mental health awareness. It was a beautiful day filled with love, support and friendship across our industry and community.   If you are interesting in making a donation to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention through the Out of the Darkness campaign, visit their event page for more information.    

OAK BROOK, IL - National Construction Appreciation Week is a time to recognize and celebrate all the dedicated men and women in the construction industry who play a major role in building our world. At Krusinski, we understand that success in this industry hinges on the strength of our team. Our project management team is part of our core team that works collaboratively to get the job done right the first time, The Krusinski Way. Take a dive into the insightful Q&A session with Justin Risetter, Project Manager, who offers a glimpse into his role and the significance of being a project manager at Krusinski Construction Company.   What does your day-to-day look like as a Project Manager for Krusinski? My day-to-day involves monitoring the overall health of current and upcoming projects, ensuring everything is on track for successful completion. This includes phone calls with superintendents to review progress and address roadblocks, working with project engineers to stay on schedule with material approvals and procurement and meeting with owners and architects to ensure alignment on top priorities.   What skills or qualities do you think are essential for success in project management? The most important skill for success in project management is communication. With so many stakeholders involved in any given project and a large volume of information to manage, my job is to ensure that information flows smoothly between owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams. Clear communication is essential to keeping work on schedule.   How do you manage and balance the workload throughout the duration of the project? I use a weekly checklist of priorities to track reports, owner requests, meetings, and contracts that need to be written. I also rate myself on how well I’m completing those tasks. While there’s never enough time to do everything, it’s reassuring to know that I’m focusing on the items most critical to the success of my projects.   How does Krusinski support you and your needs to deliver an excellent building experience for our partners and clients? The greatest support Krusinski provides is a team of high-quality coworkers. The success of a project isn’t just about my contributions; it’s about what we can accomplish as a team and as a company. Everyone associated with a project has an important role to play. At Krusinski, we all take those roles seriously with the success of the project always top of mind.   Do you notice any trends or changes in the construction industry that will provide a positive impact on the industry? The big push right now is toward sustainability and green infrastructure. This isn’t necessarily a new trend, considering LEED’s influence on the industry over the past 20 years to adopt more sustainable materials and building practices. Today, the corporate environment emphasizes net-zero energy or carbon-neutral buildings, as well as green infrastructure like EV charging stations and solar panels, to reduce environmental impact. This focus is growing and will likely continue to be a key growth area through the near future.   What do you look forward to in the future of the construction industry? I look forward to the continued advancement and adoption of technology that improves communication, reporting, and building practices. These innovations will streamline project management and enhance the customer experience.   What are you most excited about coming to work every day? I find great satisfaction in seeing hours of hard work materialize into state-of-the-art facilities. These buildings will likely serve and benefit their communities for the next 40+ years, which is incredibly rewarding.   What is your favorite part about working for Krusinski Construction Company? The best part about working for Krusinski is the people. The Krusinski family has a long history of generosity and treating everyone with respect. My coworkers are passionate about construction and highly skilled but also remain humble. When problems arise, there’s a “whatever it takes” mentality across the team to ensure the project’s success.   Share a rewarding experience or accomplishment that helped advance your career or pushed you to be a stronger construction professional. I strongly believe in continuing education and the value of pursuing certifications and additional degrees. Earning my LEED AP BD+C certification and currently working toward my Project Management Professional (PMP) certification have been key milestones. However, my most impactful accomplishment was earning my MBA from the University of Chicago through night classes. Completing that degree coincided with my promotion to a project management role and prepared me for the additional responsibilities that came with it.   If you can describe your job/role in one word, what would it be? Orchestrator   What are some fun activities or hobbies you do outside of work? Outside of work, I spend most of my time with my two young daughters who are 4 and 1.5 years old. When I find time for hobbies, I enjoy competitive sports. My favorites are soccer, volleyball, and pickleball. My nerdy pursuits are reading and board games. For outdoor activities, I enjoy beekeeping, disc golf, and backpacking.

OAK BROOK, IL - We had an awesome evening with Curran Contracting at our Annual TopGolf event last week! We thoroughly enjoyed taking the time to hang out and have FUN with our good friends and partner in the industry. The KRU is always grateful for our partnership and the camaraderie we share no matter if we are in the field or at an event. We are eagerly looking forward to next year’s gathering back at TopGolf.   Special thank you to Sara Carlson for putting on a fantastic night with perfect weather, great contests and even better prizes.

OAK BROOK, IL - KCC is thrilled to congratulate Joe Krusinski III, on 30 memorable years with Krusinski Construction Company.   KCC is thrilled to congratulate Joe Krusinski III, on 30 memorable years with Krusinski Construction Company.   Joe III has worn many hard hats during the last three decades starting as a laborer and advancing to field operations and project management positions. He showcases his passion, skill set and dedication on each project he is a part of, whether it is an industrial manufacturing facility or a multi-family complex, he always provides the most unique ideas and solutions to bring a complex project to life. As a LEED Accredited Professional, he has worked tirelessly to support our client's goals to ensure their project reaches the desired LEED status.   “Joe has been an integral leader and mentor in the development of our staff, specifically our future leaders. His unwavering dedication and mentorship of our Project Coordinator and Project Engineer staff have provided the team with additional resources and tools to support their continued career development,” said Gina Krusinski, Vice President of Human Resources. “ His transition to PE/PC Manager sparked a new and unique perspective for the PE/PC team to engage, learn and grow as young professionals.”   As a member of the Krusinski family, Joe III is most proud of the people, culture and community that comes with being a KRU member. “Krusinski is truly a special place to work. We take our responsibilities seriously and we have a great time performing them,” says Joe III. “I am truly blessed to have so many fond memories to always look back on and remember all the FUN we have along the way.”   Congratulations to Joe III on many incredible years at KCC. Your mentorship and approach to each project is unique and we are excited to continue to build (and laugh) together for years to come.

OAK BROOK, IL - Krusinski Construction Company teamed up with developers, ML Realty Partners and Prologis, to transform a 68-acre residential subdivision with 107 homes into a four-building, 1.3 million-SF, state-of-the-art industrial park completed in 2022.   The 2022 NAIOP Winner for Industrial Redevelopment of the Year is home to four global logistics companies including DSV Transport and Logistics, Apex Logistics, UPS and Kuehne+Nagel. Krusinski also partnered with Harris Architects and Powers Brown for the architectural needs for the project. The two buildings proudly received LEED Silver Certification.   Our team was an integral partner in the acquisition of all associated homes, decommissioning existing utilities and safely preparing the overall site for demolition and excavation. All buildings were fully leased during construction and Krusinski also completed the four tenant build-outs.    The industrial park also includes five underground vaults to trap storm water, a pump house with a 250,000 gallon water suppression system that services the four buildings and a public park for Bensenville residents to enjoy.         ML REALTY PARTNERS New construction of two precast, speculative warehouse and office buildings for ML Realty Partners compromising of 604,616 SF.   Building A features a 307,378-SF speculative warehouse building with 40' clear height, 72 docks, two drive-in doors, 5,100 SF of office space, a security gate and parking for 251 vehicles. Krusinski Construction completed the tenant build-out for DSV Transport and Logistics.    Building B features a 297,238-SF speculative warehouse building with 40' clear height, 59 docks, two drive-in doors, 24,500 SF of office space and parking for 422 vehicles. Krusinski Construction completed the tenant build-out for Apex Logistics.   PROLOGIS  New construction of two precast, speculative warehouse and office buildings for Prologis compromising of 659,737 SF. Building 1 features a 364,377-SF speculative warehouse building with 40' clear height, 65 docks, two drive-in doors, curtain wall systems at the main entrance, TPO roofing system, a 1,900-SF trucker's lounge, a 19,500 SF of office space and parking for 246 vehicles and 50 trailers. Krusinski Construction completed the tenant build-out for UPS. This building achieved LEED Silver Certification.   Building 2 features a 295,360 SF speculative warehouse building with 40' clear height, 56 docks, two drive-in doors, curtainwall systems at the Northeast corner, TPO roofing system, a two-story 53,700 SF of office space and parking for 253 vehicles and 104 trailers. 

OAK BROOK, IL - Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is delighted to introduce Rich Melone as the newest Project Executive to our growing team.   With over 22 years of experience, Rich joins our Office Operations team with a significant background in the Healthcare and Food & Beverage markets, having completed numerous successful projects from start to finish.   “Rich comes to KCC with strong client relationships, an exceptional work ethic, and great enthusiasm, allowing him to secure new projects and retain existing clients,” stated Dominic Valvano, Operations Director. “Rich’s main focus will be to establish and drive KCC’s growth in our healthcare sector.”   Give a round of applause to our newest KRU member, Rich. We wish him luck as he gears up to grow our Healthcare Market.      

OAK BROOK, IL - We are extremely pleased to announce that Ryan Lehman has been promoted to Senior Project Manager at Krusinski Construction Company. He spent the last 10 years repeatedly demonstrating his expertise and skillset as both a Project Engineer and Project Manager on various projects across the nation. He also worked tirelessly to build strong relationships with a few of our valued repeat clients as he led complex projects from inception to completion.   “Ryan has a high level of technical ability and quickly absorbs new information, communicates effectively and finds an avenue to deliver an exceptional building experience,” says Dominic Valvano, Operations Director. “On top of his day-to-day responsibilities, he also dedicates extra time to mentor his fellow KRU members and has always made a conscious effort to instill KCC’s culture and Core Values in everything he does.”   Congratulations, Ryan, on a well-deserved promotion! We appreciate all your dedication and focus to always doing Whatever It Takes for our partners, clients and KRU members. Keep bringing that positive spirit each day!

OAK BROOK, IL - Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is excited to announce the addition of John "Stu" Stewart, Senior Project Superintendent, to the KRU!   As a seasoned construction professional, Stu joins our esteemed Field Operations team with over 40 years of experience with a diverse range of successful construction projects including industrial and manufacturing facilities, healthcare institutions, multi-story buildings and large civil undertakings.     “Stu is highly capable of handling large scale projects and has consistently demonstrated his expertise in site supervision, safety, project management and quality control,” stated Rick Drews, General Superintendent. “With his years of service in the construction industry, comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience Stu will be a valuable asset to our jobsite.”   Please join us in welcoming Stu to the KRU and wish him the best of luck as he gets ready to lead some of KCC’s future projects as our boots-on-the-ground Superintendent.

OAK BROOK, IL—Krusinski Construction commences another Texas-based project, IAC Beckleymeade, for longtime repeat client IAC Properties, in Dallas, Texas. The development sits on a 28.2-acre site and will feature two speculative warehouse buildings, 234,900 SF and 199,800 SF respectively with a combined 5,500 SF of office space and surrounding parking lots.   This project marks the 12th ground-up development Krusinski has partnered with IAC Properties with over a 20-year relationship, completing work at more than 15 different locations in four states across the country.   Read more about Krusinski’s latest ground-up project completion, IAC Wintergreen, in Texas for IAC Properties here: Krusinski Construction Completes 560,030-SF Distribution Center in Texas for Longtime Client IAC Properties.

OAK BROOK, IL—Krusinski Construction is delighted to celebrate Ryan Lehman, Project Manager, on 10 amazing years with Krusinski Construction Company.   Ryan is an experienced Project Manager and a driving force behind many successful KCC projects including ground-up construction, renovations and interior buildouts from California to Maryland. His knowledge and approach to each task and project have provided the Operations team with new insights and capabilities to provide an excellent building experience for our partners and clients.   “Everyone at Krusinski Construction has helped shape my career by providing me with endless opportunities to learn, grow and enhance my skills and knowledge every day,” said Ryan. “I am proud to work alongside such incredible colleagues and friends who I can celebrate the wins with and continue to provide value for Krusinski. The culture is deep-rooted and at the core of everything we do, and from the executive team down, there is clear care for you as a person, both personally and professionally.”   Congratulations to Ryan on a truly well-deserved anniversary! Your dedication and commitment to Krusinski is unmatched and you always deliver top-tier solutions to our clients and partners while positively impacting the construction industry along the way.

OAK BROOK, IL - Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is thrilled to announce the addition of Hodge Boulaghi, Assistant Project Superintendent, to the KRU!   Hodge joins our Field Operations team as an Assistant Superintendent and brings over 12 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in ground-up construction and multi-family projects. His extensive experience and field knowledge in the construction management and engineering services area will strengthen our field team and their abilities to handle challenges and deliver solutions.   "Hodge’s ability to tackle complex challenges and projects aligns perfectly with our Core Values of Doing Whatever It Takes,” stated Rick Drews, General Superintendent. “We are confident that Hodge’s skill set and experience coupled with his engineering principles and technical skills in the field will be a tremendous asset to KCC.”   Give Hodge a warm welcome as he will be assisting Jeff Shockley with the IAC Beckleymeade project down in Dallas, Texas! Welcome to the KRU, Hodge!

Oak Brook, IL—On behalf of longtime client IAC Properties, Krusinski Construction Company has completed the construction of the Wintergreen Distribution Center and started the construction of IAC Beckleymeade. These projects represent the 11th and 12th ground-up development projects Krusinski has built for the industrial real estate development firm.   Wintergreen Distribution Center, a 560,030-square-foot, multi-tenant speculative industrial building, was Krusinski’s first ground-up project in the state of Texas. IAC Beckleymeade is a two-building speculative warehouse development that will feature 435,000 square feet of space.   Construction projects in Texas are subject to unique situations and opportunities, including dealing with the extreme heat conditions in Texas and collaborating with members of the Citadel Network of companies to ensure the selection of the best subcontractors available.   The Wintergreen Distribution Center is located on a 34-acre site at 300 W. Wintergreen Rd., less than 15 minutes south of Dallas. The modern, high-cube industrial building was designed to accommodate as many as three tenants. The completed distribution center features tilt-up walls, 40’ clear height ceilings, 56 x 50 bay sizes, 151 trailer parking spaces, 328 automobile parking spaces and four drive-in doors. Additionally, approximately 1,685 square feet of office space was built on a spec basis.   “It’s great to complete our first ground-up construction project in the state of Texas, and now launching our second, for IAC Properties, a great, long-term client,” said Brian Heinrich, Project Manager, Krusinski Construction Company.   Among some of the most interesting elements in the construction of the building involved situations that are unique to markets like Dallas. In contrast to many Midwest markets where panels are a construction standard, industrial developments in Texas use tilt-up construction. Further, with daytime heat reaching temperatures well over 100 degrees during traditional construction hours, concrete pours for the tilt-up walls, pads, etc. were conducted after midnight, at the coolest time of day.   Throughout the course of construction, 34,000 cubic yards of concrete was poured which took almost 57,000-man hours to complete. Additionally, the Krusinski Construction team installed 356 piers and 560,000 square feet of SOG. The tallest panel was 54’ high. The largest panel weighed 160,000 pounds.   Krusinski is a longtime member of the Citadel National Construction Group, a network of construction and related firms across the country. This network allowed Krusinski to identify and retain the services of the best subcontractors—roofer, concrete, excavators and many others—available.   IAC Beckleymeade is a development that comprises a 28.2-acre site. It will feature two speculative warehouse buildings, 234,900 square feet and 199,800 square feet respectively with a combined 5,500-sf of office space, with surrounding parking lots. The site work will consist of new site utilities with a detention pond on the Northwest side in addition to trailer parking and a dividing road between the buildings.   Combined, Building A and Building B will have 81 dock-door openings, 38 dock levelers and 39 dock positions prepared for future expansion. Each building will be fitted for a 60 mil TPO roof system as well as 2 MAU's, an exhaust fan and skylights throughout.    Wintergreen Distribution Center represents the latest in a line of projects Krusinski Construction has completed for IAC Properties. Over the course of a 20-year relationship, Krusinski has completed work at more than 15 different locations in four states across the country. The scope of work ranges from exterior renovations to tenant buildouts to large scale ground-up facilities, such as Wintergreen.   Members of the Krusinski Construction team include Brian Heinrich, Project Manager; Kuy Parker, Project Engineer; Michael Urick, Senior Project Superintendent; and Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator. Other members of the team include Azimuth Architecture as project architects and Kimley-Horn as civil engineer and landscape architect.     ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

OAK BROOK, IL—KCC is delighted to congratulate Jeff Krusinski, one of our leaders and current President & CEO, on 30 outstanding years with Krusinski Construction Company.   As an owner, Jeff has been fortunate to have the opportunity to work alongside his family for the better part of the last three decades. Jeff has spent his entire career at KCC, which started as a laborer in the field, and working his way through several operational, managerial and leadership roles. With mentorship from his father, Joe Krusinski, Sr. and his uncle, Jerry Krusinski, along with countless other KRU members along the way, he benefitted from learning and gaining invaluable insights and knowledge understanding every aspect of the business.   “Working within our family business has been a rewarding experience fostered by trust, care and support for one another. Our culture inspires me every day, as I continue to learn from others on our team and aspire to support and provide opportunities to all our KRU members to advance their careers and goals,” says Jeff. “The KRU consistently demonstrates our Core Values with every task and those actions have led to a culture of trust, teamwork, accountability and FUN!”   One of Jeff’s favorite memories at Krusinski was the purchase and renovation of our office building in Oak Brook, Illinois back in 1999. This milestone event in KCC history marked the designing and crafting of a space that reflects who we are and provides a sense of pride and ownership for our entire KRU, which set us on a positive trajectory for the next 20+ years.   Jeff’s current leadership position as President & CEO is fostered by his hard work and dedication to the family business, our KRU members, and building lasting relationships with our partners and clients. KCC commends Jeff’s leadership, guidance and positive attitude as we advance into the next generation of our business reinforced by trust, innovation and purpose.   Congratulations to Jeff on many impactful years at Krusinski Construction Company. We are thrilled to continue to learn, grow and expand our knowledge under your leadership.

OAK BROOK, IL—Krusinski Construction is delighted to celebrate Jean Reisner, Controller, on 30 valuable years at Krusinski Construction Company.   Jean is the heart and soul of our Accounting department, playing a key role in the countless processes, procedures and improvements implemented for finance, insurance and accounting for KCC. Her Whatever It Takes attitude is always shining with every task and project she touches. Jean is always looking out for our KRU’s best interests and providing everyone with the best working environment so we can all work hard and have fun while we do it.   “Jean is a true testament to being a committed KRU member and has lived out our Core Values every day. As a leader and mentor of the entire Accounting department, she approaches every project with a high degree of integrity and deepens our professional relationships with our partners and clients,” said Gary Dupuis, Chief Financial Officer.   Congratulations to Jean on countless memories made at Krusinski and many more to come! We value your guidance, positive attitude and leadership as we look ahead to a bright future for Krusinski.

OAK BROOK, IL— Krusinski Construction Company has completed a multi-million dollar renovation and modernization program for ABB Robotics, a leading international technology firm represented by Stream Realty Partners. The project at 1250 Brown Road in Auburn Hills, MI, represents the first assignment between Krusinski Construction and ABB Robotics. ABB has occupied the building for more than 30 years.   Critical elements of the phased construction program at ABB’s 542,800-square-foot robotics facility include:   the construction of a new, state-of-the-art customer experience center, an expansion for a new manufacturing line along with approximately 230,000 square feet of warehouse upgrades a modernization of ABB’s 40,000-square-foot office space area. the replacement of the entry canopy and the refinishing of the exterior paint   “We are excited to have worked with Stream Realty Partners and ABB Robotics on this vital project, designed to improve workplace efficiency and productivity while creating a dynamic, state-of-the-art customer experience center,” said Jeff Krusinski, President and CEO of Krusinski Construction Company.   Highlights of the comprehensive project, which occurred in multiple phases while the facility remained fully operational, include:   Phase 1. This phase focused on the 230,000-square-foot manufacturing area and included a comprehensive space reconfiguration. The reconfiguration improves manufacturing capacity and internal efficiencies. The work required the demolition of existing walls and mezzanines, the addition of new power feeds, and a relocation of the spot weld demonstration function. Existing overhead lights throughout were upgraded to LED as part of ABB’s to align with ABB’s sustainability goal of being carbon net zero by 2050. Phase 2. The two story, 40,000-square-foot office space on the east side of the property was modernized and improved to become a more inviting modern workplace environment, which enhances connectivity and encourages productivity and collaboration among employees. Elements of this phase included a complete redesign and refresh of the space, incorporating glass walls into the conference rooms, new modern furniture and finishes, and LED lighting throughout the office space, restrooms and breakrooms. Phase 3. One of the centerpieces of the entire ABB project was creating a new customer experience center in a 40,000-square-foot portion of the property that was previously office space. The center, equipped with a training lab, training classrooms, a virtual reality lab, a robot studio, and customer breakout rooms, allows ABB to showcase its equipment to visiting clients and prospective customers. Other elements of this space, including a new lobby, café, and large multi-purpose room for company gatherings, were reimagined and modernized to align with the company’s overall image as a global innovation firm. Phase 4. The project's final phase for ABB included various exterior improvements, including a new main entry canopy, a new employee break area, and the repainting of the exterior to match current brand standards   The Krusinski Construction project team includes Justin Risetter, Project Manager; Jeff Shockley, Senior Project Superintendent; Victoria Magna, Project Engineer; and Angie Mojica, Project Coordinator. The ABB Robotics project team partners include Stream Realty Partners as Owner’s Representative and Ware Malcomb as Architect. ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.   Press Releases: Source: ABB Robotics ABB opens refitted, state-of-the-art US robotics facility, reaffirming commitment to US customers

Oak Brook, Illinois—Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) congratulates Jerry Krusinski, one of our original leaders and current Executive Chairman, on 40 memorable years with Krusinski Construction Company.   As a family-owned business, Jerry is grateful to his brother Joe Krusinski, Sr., for giving him the opportunity to join the company after graduating from the Milwaukee School of Engineering. From sweeping floors and moving construction materials around the jobsite during summer months to full-time employment, Jerry grew into a vital leadership role at KCC, handling complex projects, building lasting relationships and expanding our national reach with our partners and clients.   Jerry transitioned from managing projects to being named CEO in 2005, and his diligence, persistence and ability to foster relationships played a crucial role in the company's growth. His personal and professional commitment to always doing the Right Thing fueled his confidence to continue to thrive. He has mentored many of our future leaders, allowing the company to build for generations to come.   "Krusinski is a company built on Core Values with unlimited opportunities to learn, grow and be a part of shaping the future," says Jerry. "We have an outstanding and hard-working KRU that ensures our partners and clients have an excellent building experience, focusing on the details in a positive work environment where everyone is truly a part of the KCC family. I am proud of Krusinski and what we have built over the last 50 years, and I am thrilled to see what the next 50 will entail."   With his recent transition to Executive Chairman, Jerry is proud to see the hard work and success continue at Krusinski Construction, as the KRU meets and exceeds the organization's goals every day.   Jerry is a proud AWEA (American Wind Energy Association) and Chicago Building Congress member and helped found the I-39 Logistics Corridor Association in DeKalb County. He has also led projects at the ChicagoWest Business Center, implementing new business avenues for Krusinski with the partnership of DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC).   Congratulations to Jerry on many years of success and memories at Krusinski. We truly appreciate your leadership and guidance and look forward to your continued inspiration and drive to guide us into the next generation.

Oak Brook, Illinois—Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is happy to celebrate Brian Heinrich, Project Manager, on 10 successful years with Krusinski Construction Company.   Brian has been a focused, responsive and detail-oriented Project Manager for our Operations team, delivering excellence for our partners and clients time and time again. His eagerness to contribute to the conversation and add value to the company’s commitment to excellence, while fostering a sense of accountability and empowerment is unmatched.   “Krusinski has played a pivotal role in shaping my career as a Project Manager through several hands-on field experiences, mentorships and the ever-growing opportunities for professional development,” said Heinrich. “The family-owned environment adds a sense of pride, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, collaboration and respect. We are able to support each other and celebrate our successes. I’m grateful for Krusinski continually challenging me and allowing me to navigate complex projects, where each moment has contributed to my personal and professional growth.”   Congratulations to Brian on a truly well-deserved anniversary! We are so proud of your commitment to Krusinski and delivering great results to our clients and partners while positively impacting the construction industry along the way.

Bolingbrook, Illinois—Krusinski Construction Company has completed the construction of the three-building, 20-acre master-planned industrial park in Bolingbrook, IL, on behalf of long-term client ML Realty. The three speculative warehouse/distribution facilities range in size from 96,000 square feet to 174,000 square feet and total 386,000 square feet of space.   Building 1 totals 96,000 square feet, including 3,128 square feet of spec office space. Other features of the building include 32’ clear height ceilings, 24 docks, 4 drive-in doors and a 92-car parking area.   Building 2 totals 116,000 square feet of space and has 3,218 square feet of office space. With 32’ clear ceiling heights, the building also features 30 docks, 4 drive-in doors and a parking area for 126 cars.   Building 3 the largest building, totals 174,000 square feet of space and has 3,128 square feet of office space. The building also features 36' clear ceilings, 36 docks, 2 drive-in doors and parking for 158 cars.   According to Mike Metz, Project Manager, Krusinski Construction, the design and specs for the three buildings are representative of what ML Realty is known for in the market:  modern, high-functioning industrial assets that can easily accommodate a wide range of tenants. "Working with long-time client ML Realty on another successful completion was a pleasure. We've collaborated on numerous projects over the years and look forward to the next one," stated Metz.   These buildings were built concurrently and are part of a 20-acre master planned development located near the Weber Road and I-55 four-way interchange in Bolingbrook, IL. Lindsey Lane also provides immediate frontage and direct access along Lily Cache Lane.   Harris Architects designed the three buildings. Other members of the overall team included Spaceco as Civil Engineer and Swift Structural Design as Structural Engineer.   In addition to Metz, members of the Krusinski Construction team included Erik Ekberg as Project Engineer; Daniel DeLucio as Senior Project Superintendent; Angie Mojica as Project Coordinator; and Michael Dawson as Director of Safety.

Oak Brook, Illinois—Krusinski Construction has completed the buildout of a 66,000-square-foot warehouse space at 2250 W. 75th St. in Woodridge on behalf of J&P Warehousing and Tardella Foods. J&P Warehousing is a third-party logistics firm and will serve its Food & Beverage client, Tardella Foods out of the Woodridge location.   Krusinski previously completed the construction of the building, a 100,400-square-foot facility, on behalf of the developer, Molto Properties.   According to Joe Krusinski III, Senior Project Manager, Krusinski Construction Company, the interior buildout project included minor office modifications, installing a demising wall to separate the J&P Warehousing space from the adjacent 34,400-square-foot tenant space. Krusinski also separated gas and electrical services to accommodate the multi-tenant facility. Additional project elements consisted of installing tenant specific electrical and HVAC equipment including a charging station for electric pallet jacks and an air compressor.   This buildout project required some updated electrical work, and we had to separate certain utilities for individual tenants," Krusinski said. "We got the tenant in and operational very quickly and efficiently. It's always great to complete a project in a building we previously built."   Krusinski Construction completed the 100,400-sf warehouse distribution building situated on an 8.14-acre site with easy access to Interstate 355 travel routes. The building was designed by Harris Architects.   In addition to Joe Krusinski III, members of the Krusinski Construction team included Josh Peterson, Project Engineer; Rick Anderson, Senior Project Superintendent; and Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator.   ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

Oak Brook, Illinois – Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is pleased to announce our newest KRU member, Bradley Burton as Marketing Coordinator.   "We are excited to have Bradley join our Marketing team to help support the growth of our business,” stated Josh Vidro, Vice President, Marketing. "His go-getter attitude and eagerness to learn and grow makes him a great fit, aligning with KCC’s Core Values. He is ready to help support our initiatives to expand and grow our brand into new and existing markets."   As a recent graduate of The University of Texas at San Antonio, Bradley brings a fresh outlook on key initiatives, working with various clients to improve and enhance their overall marketing goals. We are thrilled to have Bradley jump in to help bring new ideas to the KRU.   Welcome to the KRU, Bradley!

Oak Brook, Illinois – Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is pleased to announce the addition of Craig Kenmotsu as Project Executive.   "We're thrilled to welcome Craig to our growing KRU," stated Dominic Valvano, Operations Director. "His knowledge, relationships and experience will be a vital asset to Krusinski as we continue to grow our portfolio into new and existing markets."   Craig brings 25 years of industry experience working on a wide variety of projects including industrial, automotive, senior living and residential. He is eager to bring his expertise to KCC as a valued addition to our KRU.   Welcome to the KRU, Craig!

Oak Brook, Illinois – Over the weekend, Jerry Krusinski, our Executive Chairman, had the privilege to accompany John R. Krusinski, retired Krusinski Construction Company Superintendent, as Guardian to Washington D.C. on Mission #26, Collier-Lee Honor Flight. John was alongside other Vietnam War, Korean War and two World War II Veterans who had the honor to lay a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Solider.   John was also given a warm “Welcome Home” at the airport by Joe Krusinski, our Chairman Emeritus, and the rest of his siblings after a day that he will never forget.   Keep all Veterans in your Hearts and Prayers while we continue to thank them for their service. As a famous quote reminds us, “Freedom Is Not Free!”           

Oak Brook, Illinois – Krusinski Construction Company is thrilled to be named a finalist in the Illinois REjournal Real Estate Awards for General Contractor of the Year, Industrial category.   We are honored to be named a finalist for the General Contractor of the Year, Industrial category by our colleagues and friends across the industry. KCC proudly delivers innovative services and solutions to complex building projects. Our team-oriented approach has led to the creation of long-lasting partnerships nationwide, as we continue to grow and build for generations to come.   Krusinski Construction is looking forward to attending the REjournal Real Estate Awards dinner at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago on Wednesday, June 5 as we wish our best to all other finalists across each of their respective categories.

Oak Brook, Illinois – Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is thrilled to welcome Dawn Kapusciarz, Administrative Specialist, to the KRU!   Dawn has an extensive background in administrative and accounting roles, with a focus on providing an exceptional client experience that aligns with our Core Values, Culture and high standards of service. She is a team player and has a Whatever It Takes approach with a bright smile to welcome all our employees and visitors.   Please join us in offering Dawn a warm welcome to the KRU!

Oak Brook, Illinois – Krusinski Construction is happy to congratulate Rene Esparza, Building Maintenance, for 15 years with Krusinski Construction Company.   Rene is an incredible KRU member who always goes above and beyond to serve and take care of our employees, the building and all our visitors. His hard work and dedication to Do Whatever It Takes does not go unnoticed. He truly is a part of the Krusinski family.   "Rene’s attention to detail shines every day as he comes into the office with a smile on his face ready to tackle any task that is presented to him,” said Gina Krusinski, Vice President. "It has been an honor to work alongside him for 15 years."   Congratulations to Rene on a well-deserved anniversary. We are thrilled to have you a part of our growing Krusinski family and working alongside our KRU every day.

  Oak Brook, Illinois – Krusinski Construction Company has completed a successful relocation and interior buildout project in Rockford, Illinois for Comcast, a long-time, repeat client.   The project involved selective demolition inside an existing 6,341-sf single-story building and the subsequent addition of three offices, two one-on-one rooms, a meeting room, a multi-purpose room and a collaborative open office area with 18 workstations. The space also saw the addition of state-of-the-art employee spaces, including a refreshed breakroom, restrooms and a wellness room. Ample storage improvements include four new closets, a server room and an interior vestibule, enhancing the facility's benefits.   Additional upgrades to the facility feature new electrical, mechanical, plumbing and high-end finishes, such as new LED lighting fixtures, auto-sliding exterior doors, HVAC controls and fiber installation.   For more than 20 years, Krusinski Construction has served as a strategic and trusted partner to Comcast and has constructed nearly 40 projects across multiple cities and states. Completion of this project is another milestone accomplishment for our valued relationship with Comcast.

  Krusinski celebrates long-time KRU member Andy Johnson, Executive Vice President, for 25 years with Krusinski Construction Company.   Andy is an integral part of the KCC family, having held various positions since joining the company in 1999. Starting from boots-on-the-ground to becoming a key leader in our business, Andy has overseen some of our largest and most challenging projects for clients based locally and nationally. His leadership and mentorship of younger team members have helped propel Krusinski into the next generation, all while earning the respect of friends and colleagues along the way.   "Andy's loyalty, leadership, and dedication to our core values are trademarks of his work ethic and a huge reason for our success," said Jeff Krusinski, President & CEO. "It's been an honor to work alongside him for 25 years - and I'm excited for many more."   During his tenure with KCC, Andy was named one of Midwest Construction's "Top 20 Under 40," GC Council Member of the Year, and Outstanding General Superintendent of the Year by the members of ASA Chicago.   "Being a part of the extended Krusinski family makes coming to work every day extremely rewarding and a significant contributor to our continued success. We continually challenge one another to execute at our highest level and to have fun doing it," says Johnson. "It is hard to comprehend that Krusinski has been a part of my life for 25 years. The great memories and experiences to date have certainly shaped my life professionally and personally in a favorable way. I couldn't be prouder to reach this milestone at Krusinski."   Congratulations to Andy on a well-deserved anniversary. We are thrilled to have you as one of our many leaders as we continue to serve KCC's clients and partners nationwide.

Oak Brook, Illinois - Krusinski Construction is excited to be named a finalist in the General Contractor of the Year category for the Greater Chicago Food Depository's 35th Annual Chicago Commercial Real Estate Awards. The awards dinner will be held on Wednesday, May 1, at the new location, The Salt Shed, where finalists will be honored and winners announced.   The Annual Chicago Commercial Real Estate Awards dinner brings together nearly 2,000 of Chicago’s top architects, brokers, developers, property managers, contractors and design professionals to celebrate outstanding achievements in all facets of the industry and to support the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Last year’s event raised more than $1.3M to help provide over 3.9 million meals for our neighbors—what a great accomplishment!   HIGHLIGHTING KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY DURING OUR 50th YEAR IN THE BUSINESS   As we celebrated our 50th year in business, we are proud to say that 2023 was a banner year for Krusinski Construction. From hiring new associates to experiencing one of our strongest fiscal years to completing a wide range of projects and maintaining a substantial backlog, we are proud of what we accomplished and that we did it SAFELY.   Our team delivers creative solutions to complex projects, and 2023 was no exception. We delivered a four-building, 1.3 million SF state-of-the-art industrial park on the site of a former residential subdivision in the O'Hare submarket, a high-profile and intricate fire restoration of a marina in Waukegan Harbor, a three-building speculative industrial park in Bolingbrook, and many more in between. Our portfolio is well-rounded, and we pride ourselves on delivering on time. We worked closely with each of our clients throughout the design and construction process, allowing us to identify issues early and assist owners in making informed and cost-effective business decisions.

Oak Brook, Illinois - Krusinski Construction Company is excited to announce that Steve Moeller has been promoted to Vice President, Preconstruction. For almost 20 years, Steve has been an integral part of our company and has elevated our business, our people and our reputation in a positive and impactful way.   In his new role, Steve will lead the Preconstruction Team with his extensive operational and preconstruction planning experience while continuing to foster the strong relationships he has built as a Project Manager and Senior Project Manager. His leadership will be instrumental in fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and innovation across the organization.   "Steve's outstanding performance and unwavering commitment to excellence have been instrumental in our company's achievements. His leadership and strategic thinking will be invaluable as we continue to grow and pursue new opportunities. I am confident that Steve will excel in his new role and help lead Krusinski Construction to even greater heights," said Andy Johnson, Executive Vice President of Krusinski Construction.   Join us in congratulating Steve on his well-deserved promotion and wishing him success in his new role.

Oak Brook, Illinois - Krusinski Construction Company is thrilled to announce that Jeffrey J. Krusinski has been named CEO, in addition to his role as President, effective January 2024. The move follows the planned transition of former CEO Jerry Krusinski to Executive Chairman and the retirement of company founder Joe Krusinski, Sr., who continues to serve as Chairman Emeritus. Since joining the company in 1994, Jeff has spearheaded several key initiatives, including strategic growth to service clients nationwide, establishing new client relationships, and developing new markets. He has served as President since 2016, guiding the company to record growth. "I am humbled to take on this new challenge, leading the company my dad started into the next generation," stated Jeff. "It is an honor to be part of an organization that partners with clients to deliver high-quality services and innovative solutions. We are committed to developing talented professionals into leaders and giving back to the communities in which we operate." Jeff is a member of Young Presidents Organization (YPO), real estate associations National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP), Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) and Association of Industrial Real Estate (AIRE). He is also a longstanding board member of the Oak Brook Chamber of Commerce, where he is chairman of the Chamber's Economic Development Committee. Jeff enjoys playing hockey and golf, fishing, boating, and spending time with his family.

Oak Brook, Illinois - Krusinski Construction Company is excited to ring in the new year and announce that Nate Tenpas has been promoted to Project Manager. Over the last 5 years at KCC, he has gone above and beyond his day-to-day PE duties while also fulfilling a variety of PM-related tasks, supporting his fellow KRU members and consistently being engaged from project start to finish.   In his new role, Nate will accept the responsibility of leading more complex projects, and facilitating their required meetings, while continuing to build strong relationships, grow as a professional, and foster our KCC culture of doing Whatever It Takes.   Congratulations, Nate, on a well-deserved promotion! We cannot wait to watch you continue to grow as a young professional at KCC.

We are delighted to congratulate Rick Drews, General Superintendent, on a milestone 20th anniversary with Krusinski Construction Company.   Rick is the true definition of a hardworking individual, always putting people and our jobs as his highest priority. His professional approach and caring attitude to each task and job have transformed him into a successful General Superintendent, leader and KRU member over the years.   “My career began as a carpenter outside of Krusinski Construction, where I managed a KCC project and met a few key superintendents. As the years progressed, I was able to move over to KCC as a Superintendent to further my career,” said Drews. “KCC has given me increased responsibility, running larger and more complex projects. Everyone who I have come in contact with has helped me advance and grow my career to where I am today, and I am forever grateful for every opportunity that Krusinski has given me over the past 20 years.”   Congratulations to Rick on this incredible anniversary and here’s to many more projects to add to your toolbelt in the future at Krusinski!

  Krusinski Construction Company Chairman and Founder, Joe Krusinski, Sr. announced his retirement from his day-to-day involvement in the organization, effective January 1, 2024. He will continue to serve as Chairman Emeritus.   Since establishing Krusinski Construction Company in 1973, Joe Krusinski, Sr. has been involved in projects across multiple sectors including office, distribution, food & beverage, healthcare, multi-family and more. His first project was a 102,000-sf multi-tenant speculative office/warehouse facility located in Itasca, Illinois, which still stands today. Krusinski Construction Company continues to expand its national reach to serve its clients, working in more than 20 states.   As part of its succession plan, Krusinski Construction Company has named Jerry Krusinski, Executive Chairman and Jeff Krusinski has been named Chief Executive Officer, in addition to his current role as President.   “We’ve been very intentional about building this company to last,” Joe Krusinski, Sr. said. “Jerry’s diligence, persistence, and organization is perfectly balanced with Jeff’s innate ability to foster long-term personal relationships with colleagues. Their professional experience and personal commitment to this company is what gives me full confidence that what we’ve built will continue to thrive, not just for our family’s legacy, but also to sustain each of the many families who rely on it every day.”   In his career spanning more than 50 years, Joe has been an officer and director of several trade associations including the Chicago Building Congress and the Chicagoland Construction Safety Council. He was also honored with the Chicago Building Congress Award of Honor and the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors Richard G. Levy President’s Award. He is a Chicago Area Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame recipient and is an active member of the Entrepreneur & Family Business Council at DePaul University.     Click on the image below to read a special message from Joe Krusinski, Sr.      

  Krusinski Construction congratulates Kraft Heinz and Trammell Crow Company for winning NAIOP Chicago’s Industrial Build-to-Suit Development of the Year award for its $400-Million, automated warehouse and distribution center in DeKalb, Illinois.   Krusinski Construction is proud to be the design-builder for this state-of-the-art, 775,000-square-foot facility which includes a 418,460-square-foot warehouse and 320,137 square-feet for an Automated Storage & Retrieval System (ASRS) with a 115’ high rack supported structure.   Located at the ChicagoWest Business Center, this facility will be one of the largest Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) distribution centers in North America.     NAIOP Chicago announced the winners at the 36th Annual Awards for Excellence on Thursday, November 9th at Time Out Market Chicago.

  Krusinski Construction Company has completed an interior renovation project for one of its repeat clients, Santa Monica Seafood, one of the largest seafood distributors in the U.S.   This project had a fast-track schedule and consisted of renovating a 25,000-sf multi-tenant occupied precast facility in Elkridge, Maryland. Following a partial demolition, the facility was fitted with the proper underground plumbing, electrical service, floor drainage and sanitary lines to accommodate cooled and freezer spaces, packaging lines, ambient rooms, refrigeration equipment and doors rated for temperatures ranging from negative 10 degrees Fahrenheit to 42 degrees Fahrenheit.   The renovation also included a 4,460-sf office buildout, reinforcement of existing steel, addition of insulated metal panels with concrete curbs, polyurethane floors, a newly installed glycol system and encased temperature lights across various heights.   “We are excited to see that Santa Monica Seafood continues to expand its operations nationwide. We are equally excited that Krusinski Construction continues to support Santa Monica Seafood by providing expertise in these type of projects with unique and stringent requirements,” said Brian Heinrich, Krusinski Construction Project Manager.   Krusinski Construction’s effective collaboration with Santa Monica Seafood and local and state officials led to successfully passing the health department inspections required for these types of projects.   This facility was renovated in only four months and now accommodates Santa Monica Seafood’s growing production, packaging and storage needs.   Recently Published:SeafoodSource: Santa Monica Seafood, Lagoon Seafood Complete Expansion Projects

  Krusinski Construction Company recently completed a LEED Silver Certified precast facility and the tenant buildout for a global transport and logistics company based in Switzerland.   Located near Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, this new 295-360-sf facility features a colorful, 2-story, 53,700-sf office space with an interconnecting stair and elevator, private offices, conference rooms, open workspace, spacious breakrooms and ADA compliant bathrooms. The many windows provide natural light throughout the facility and the office space also features high-end finishes, custom millwork and lights that accentuate the colorful walls and carpeting.   The warehouse has a 40’clear height, 56 loading docks, 2 drive-in doors and a temperature-controlled cooler. The exterior features a curtainwall system at the main entrance, walkways, benches, new landscaping and parking for 253 vehicles and 104 trailers.   This project is part of Krusinski Construction’s recently completed Mohawk Terrace Redevelopment in Bensenville, Illinois. This NAIOP award-winning redevelopment consisted of building four speculative warehouse facilities and four tenant buildouts for two developers.  

  Krusinski Construction is underway on an interior renovation project for Comcast, one of its long-term and repeat clients.     This interior renovation project is taking place in an occupied, multi-tenant facility located in Rockford, Illinois. After a partial demolition, the renovated space will feature multiple offices, meeting rooms, open office area with workstations, server room, break room, wellness room, rest rooms, an interior vestibule and new doors.     For more than 15 years, Krusinski Construction has served as a strategic and trusted partner to Comcast and has constructed nearly 40 projects across multiple cities and states. Completion for this project is expected in January 2024.   Recently Published: RE Journals: Krusinski Construction begins interior renovation project for Comcast in Rockford RE Business Online: Krusinski Begins Interior Renovation Project for 6,400 SF Comcast Office in Rockford, IL  

Krusinski Construction's Operations Director Dominic Valvano interviewed by Chicago Industrial Properties on the evolving needs of the construction industry.   Click the image below to read the article on the front cover and pages 16 and 17.      

    Celebrating our 50th Anniversary, Krusinski Construction Company is excited to be named a finalist in the Contractor of the Year category for NAIOP’s 36th Annual Awards for Excellence. Recently completed projects that demonstrate our expertise in new construction and renovations include:       Mohawk Terrace Redevelopment in Bensenville, Illinois This project includes working with two developers to build four new speculative warehouse facilities and four tenant build-outs, totaling 1.3 million square feet.   Two of the facilities achieved LEED Silver certification. All buildings were constructed on a redeveloped 68-acre residential subdivision in the heart of the O’Hare submarket.                 Lindsey Lane Industrial Park in Bolingbrook, Illinois This project includes the development of a 20-acre master planned industrial park with three speculative warehouse facilities and one current tenant build-out, totaling 386,000 square feet.   The three warehouse/distribution facilities are modern, high-cube, single-story, rear load and also include speculative office space. Site development work includes new water, sanitary, storm, utilities, new entrances and an extension of Jane Addams Road.           CBIZ Office Renovation in Chicago, Illinois This project includes the renovation of the 18th and 25th floors at CBIZ’s 225 W. Wacker Drive location in downtown Chicago.   This project involved heavy coordination with our client, its employees, building staff and other building tenants. Our team worked flexible schedules to avoid disruptions and complete this project timely and safely.         Kraft Heinz ASRS CPG Distribution Center in DeKalb, Illinois Recently, we broke ground on Kraft Heinz’s $400-million, 775,000-square-foot Automated CPG Distribution Center in DeKalb, Illinois. This will be one of North America’s largest ASRS facility.               We are proud of our 95% repeat business and our backlog, which includes upcoming projects for many of our repeat clients. Our project teams continue to build quality projects coast-to-coast.    We look forward to attending and celebrating with our industry colleagues at NAIOP’s awards celebration on November 9th at Time Out Market Chicago.    

Krusinski Construction's Vice President of Business Development David Julian shared some industry insights with Dan Rafter from the Midwest Real Estate News.   "The good news is that even though interest rates have climbed, deals are still getting done." - David Julian.     Click here or the image below to read the full article:                      

Krusinski Construction Company has been named Philanthropic Business of the Year by the West Suburban Philanthropic Network (WSPN).   Each year, WSPN celebrates members of the philanthropic community who inspire, enlighten, feed, heal, shelter, educate and nurture the people in their communities.   With various opportunities to give back throughout the year, Krusinski Construction encourages its employees to use paid company time to volunteer with a charitable organization of their choice. Every year, the KRU participates in packing food, donating supplies and holiday gifts, attending charity events, participating in Career Day at schools and raising funds for multiple local and national organizations.   “We would like to thank Child’s Voice for nominating us for this prestigious award. Through our KCCares program, our employees are generous with their time, talent and dollars to support organizations that give back and positively impact many communities,” said Gina Krusinski, Vice President at Krusinski Construction Company.   The Krusinski Construction team is proud to be named Philanthropic Business of the Year and looks forward to joining its fellow award honorees and finalists at the 21st Annual WSPN Philanthropy Awards on August 31st.  

  Krusinski Construction has completed a redevelopment project for its new client, Dayton Street Partners.    The project's initial phase included demolishing an existing 42,000-sf masonry building, followed by renovating a 32,935-sf warehouse in Melrose Park, IL.   With a jobsite surrounded by an active residential area and neighboring businesses, our team implemented strict protocols to monitor activity and ensure pedestrian safety.   Krusinski demolished a ~42,000-sf structure and replaced it with a heavy-duty asphalt parking lot with a Contech underground detention system. The fenced and gated parking lot accommodates 22 vehicles and 27 trailer stalls.   Renovations to an existing 32,935-sf warehouse include the installation of a storefront system entrance and adding a 2,000-sf spec office with LED light fixtures and warehouse area. In addition, 10 overhead 12’ x 14’ drive-in doors were added to the exterior wall adjacent to the new parking lot.   The scope of work also included minor roof repairs, landscaping and exterior painting of the precast panels, IMP siding and newly installed bollards. The newly renovated facility is intended to be used as a truck maintenance facility.   This project was safely and successfully completed in only 5 months without disrupting neighboring residents or businesses.

  Krusinski Construction Company is pleased to announce a partnership with The Kraft Heinz Company (Kraft Heinz) and Trammell Crow Company (TCC) to build one of the largest CPG distribution centers in North America. Construction of the $400+ million, 775,000-square-foot distribution center is underway at the ChicagoWest Business Center in DeKalb, Illinois.    "Our team is excited to be the General Contractor for this unique, state-of-the-art project," stated Jerry Krusinski, CEO of Krusinski Construction Company. "Our familiarity building multiple projects in the ChicagoWest Business Center, supported by our extensive experience in the Food and Beverage sector, make us a strong partner for Kraft Heinz and all stakeholders. Our team's early involvement working with Kraft Heinz and TCC will ensure we deliver a successful project as safely as possible."   The new distribution center will play a critical role in Kraft Heinz's larger distribution strategy. The new facility will feature national railway access served by Union Pacific Railroad and state-of-the-art automation technology, including a 24/7 Automated Storage & Retrieval System (AS/RS) that can drive twice the volume for Kraft Heinz customers, distributing more than 60 percent of the Company's foodservice business and approximately 30 percent of all dry goods.    "We're driving end-to-end transformation across our entire supply chain, investing in automated technology and digitized solutions to increase the agility of our logistics operations," said Erin Mitchell, VP of Logistics and Head of Network Restructuring at Kraft Heinz.   In addition to bringing more than 150 jobs to the region, Kraft Heinz will increase its supply chain efficiencies and distribute its products to retail and food service customers faster than ever.    This development is also expected to contribute to Kraft Heinz's ability to achieve its broader ESG ambitions to reduce its operational environmental footprint through the implementation of sustainable technology and solutions to reduce the waste produced at the facility and minimize its overall environmental impact.   "We are very excited that Kraft Heinz will bring its worldwide reputation for quality products and services to our community," said Cohen Barnes, Mayor of DeKalb. "The construction and post-construction employment opportunities they bring will have a positive and lasting impact on our residents, and this positive impact is compounded by the additional diversification of our tax base, which will spur further interest in DeKalb for many years to come."   DeKalb City Manager Bill Nicklas added, "We are proud that Kraft Heinz picked DeKalb. Their extraordinary talent and global reputation complement DeKalb's growing reputation for powerhouse industrial investment represented by Meta, Ferrara, Amazon, 3M, Nestle, Target, and Panduit, among others."   In addition to Krusinski Construction Company and Trammell Crow, Kraft Heinz has also partnered with Daifuku for their integrated logistics automation provider, the City of DeKalb and DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation on the development of this facility.  

  Krusinski Construction Company proudly announces that Dominic Valvano has been promoted to Operations Director. Over his 17+ year career at Krusinski, he has led by example through his remarkable alignment with KCC Core Values.   In his new role, Dominic will monitor all projects to achieve company goals for safety, quality, schedule and cost management. Additionally, Dominic is responsible for managing, mentoring and leading Operations team members.

  Krusinski Construction Company is excited to announce that Senior Project Manager Joe Krusinski III is adding Project Engineer/Project Coordinator (PE/PC) Manager to his responsibilities.   Joe's uncompromising dedication to staff development, specifically future leaders, is vital to company growth. Joe's 29-year history with KCC provides a unique perspective of the company's past and future. He will give the PE/PC team additional resources and tools to support their continued career development.

  IAC Properties, an industrial real estate development firm, has named Krusinski Construction Company their General Contractor to build a 553,030-sf, multi-tenant speculative industrial building in suburban Dallas, Texas. This represents Krusinski Construction’s first ground-up project in the state of Texas and its 11th ground-up development project for longtime client IAC Properties.   The Wintergreen Distribution Center as it will be called is located on a 34-acre site at 300 W. Wintergreen Rd., less than 15 minutes south of Dallas. The Dallas industrial market continues to be one of the strongest markets in the country, with considerable activity.   “This is a great opportunity for Krusinski to build our first ground-up construction project in the state of Texas, and to be doing so for IAC Properties, a great, long-term client,” said Brian Heinrich, Project Manager, Krusinski Construction Company. “It also is great timing, as market demand in Dallas remains strong and the availability of construction materials has improved over time.”   Construction recently commenced and, following a 10-month construction schedule, the building will be ready for occupancy in March 2024.   One of the most unique elements of the construction project begins immediately, during site work. Krusinski will bore and install approximately 350 piers to shore up the soil before pouring the foundation. Boring down past the clay to the limestone is necessary to ensure the long-term stabilization of the concrete foundation.   The modern, high-cube industrial building has been designed to accommodate three tenants. Wintergreen Distribution Center will feature tilt-up walls, 40’ clear height ceilings, 56 x 50 bay sizes, 151 trailer parking spaces, 328 automobile parking spaces, and four drive-in doors. Additionally, approximately 1,550 square feet of office space will be built on a spec basis.   According to Heinrich, a recent downturn in Dallas homebuilding and other construction projects has made the pricing, availability, and lead times for materials significantly better than it has been in the recent past. At the same time, demand for industrial space has remained strong.   Wintergreen Distribution Center represents the latest in a line of projects that Krusinski Construction has completed for IAC Properties. Over the course of a 20-year relationship, Krusinski has completed work at more than 15 different locations in four states across the country. The scope of work completed by Krusinski ranges from exterior renovations to tenant buildouts to large scale ground-up facilities, like Wintergreen.   Members of the Krusinski Construction team include Brian Heinrich, Project Manager; Kuy Parker, Project Engineer; Michael Urick, Senior Project Superintendent; and Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator. Other members of the team include Azimuth Architecture as project architects and Kimley-Horn as civil engineer and landscape architect.  

Krusinski Construction Company is pleased to announce that Tiago Pina has joined the firm as a Project Executive. He will focus on leading and expanding Food & Beverage and Life Sciences initiatives.   "We're thrilled to welcome Tiago to the KRU," stated Andy Johnson, Executive Vice President. "His knowledge, relationships and experience will help Krusinski Construction continue our planned growth in new and existing markets."   Tiago brings 17 years of industry experience working with multi-national construction companies. He has completed industrial, pharmaceutical, healthcare, manufacturing and multifamily projects throughout the United States, Brazil and Canada.   Tiago earned a bachelor's degree in civil engineering in Brazil and an Executive MBA from IE Business School in Madrid, Spain. He resides in the Chicago suburbs with his wife and three children.

  Apex Logistics celebrated the grand opening of their new location in Bensenville, Illinois. In addition to the Krusinski Construction team, many members from the Village of Bensenville were in attendance for the celebration and ribbon cutting, including Mayor Frank DeSimone and Village Manager Evan Summers.   Krusinski Construction completed the 297,238-sf precast building for developer ML Realty Partners and the tenant buildout for Apex Logistics. This new facility, located at 1301 Devon Avenue, features more than 272,000 sf of warehouse space, a spacious breakroom and 24,500-sf office space with multiple offices, conference rooms and an open workspace layout.   Krusinski Construction congratulates and welcomes Apex Logistics to their new home. Apex Logistics is an international firm that provides freight forwarding, contract logistics, custom brokerage, transportation management, warehousing and distribution services.

  Krusinski Construction has begun a build-out and renovation project for one of its repeat clients, Santa Monica Seafood, the largest wholesale seafood only distributor in the Southwest.   Our team will convert an existing warehouse in Elkridge, Maryland into a facility that accommodates the various needs associated with seafood distribution, including refrigeration equipment and packaging, storage, production, cooled and freezer areas.   Over the years, Krusinski has developed extensive expertise in the food & beverage industry, including cold storage and food manufacturing. We have earned the trust of many clients by successfully delivering projects with specific temperature-controlled requirements, which can range from negative 10 degrees Fahrenheit to 42 degrees Fahrenheit.   Our team will leverage this expertise, which has been implemented on various nationwide projects, to build Santa Monica Seafood a safe and efficient facility that meets their needs, budget and schedule.

  Krusinski Construction has been named a finalist in the Illinois REjournal Real Estate Awards for the General Contractor of the Year-Industrial and Industrial HQ Project of the Year Award categories.   This year, we are celebrating our 50th anniversary and we are grateful to our team, clients and partners, who have all contributed to our continued success. Our collaborative efforts have led to new project awards from repeat clients (local and nationwide), new clients, new hires and safe and successful project completions. Our well-rounded portfolio continues to grow and we pride ourselves on delivering projects safely and on time.   In the Industrial HQ Project of the Year Award category, our Wehrli Custom Fabrication project in DeKalb, Illinois was selected as a finalist.   The new 112,000-sf headquarters facility was built on an 11-acre site and includes spaces for retail, reception, cafeteria, and 12,000-sf of office space with a 2-story element and elevator for future expansion. The many windows provide a beautiful scenery and invite natural light throughout the space. The warehouse features six docks, five drive-in doors, a UPS dock, manufacturing area, performance department, space for powder coating operations, and various equipment including ovens, vehicle lifts, welding, and CNC machines.   This new space is the exclamation point for unprecedented growth and a dramatic business expansion story for the Wehrli family, since the business launched in a two-truck garage only ten years ago.   We look forward to attending the awards dinner at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Rosemont on June 1st and cheering for our team and fellow industry colleagues.

  We are pleased to welcome Carrie Derner to the Krusinski Construction team.   Carrie is a graduate of Truman State University and has worked in administrative and HR roles in the recent years. As an HR Assistant, Carrie will report to our Vice President of Human Resources and will support the department with benefits reporting, onboarding orientations, compliance training and more.   On her time away from work, Carrie enjoys reading, crafting and managing her Etsy site.

  Krusinski Construction is excited to be named a finalist in the General Contractor of the Year category for the Greater Chicago Food Depository's 35th Annual Chicago Commercial Real Estate Awards.   As we celebrate our 50th year in business, we are proud to say that 2022 was a banner year for Krusinski Construction. From hiring new associates to experiencing one of our strongest fiscal years to completing nearly two dozen projects and maintaining a substantial backlog, we are proud of what we accomplished and that we did it SAFELY.   Our team delivers creative solutions to complex projects, and 2022 was no exception. We delivered a fast-track gourmet dining space in an occupied five-star Mag Mile Hotel, a high-profile and intricate fire restoration of a marina in Waukegan Harbor, a new headquarters facility for an automotive customization company in DeKalb, and many more in between. Our portfolio is well-rounded, and we pride ourselves on delivering on time. At the time of the nomination, we chose projects that we believe highlight success and overall accomplishments for - our clients (and their clients), various communities, industry partners and our team.   Our projects for the General Contractor of the Year category include the following: Wehrli Custom Fabrication in DeKalb, Illinois is a new 112,000-sf headquarters facility for Wehrli, which specializes in high-performance diesel upgrades, powder coating, and custom metal fabrication.   The new, precast facility was built on an 11-acre site and includes spaces for retail, reception, cafeteria, and 12,000-sf of office space with a 2-story element and elevator for future expansion.   Many windows provide beautiful scenery and invite natural light throughout. The warehouse features six docks, five drive-in doors, UPS dock, manufacturing area, performance department, space for powder coating operations, and various equipment including ovens, vehicle lifts, welding, and CNC machines. This new space is the exclamation point for unprecedented growth and a dramatic business expansion story for the Wehrli family, since the business launched in a two-truck garage only ten years ago.   The Exchange at 44 Vail in Arlington Heights, Illinois is an adaptive re-use of an existing 56,800-sf, two-story facility once used as an AT&T Headquarters in downtown Arlington Heights.   The interior upgrades include new MEP-FP systems, multiple offices, ADA-compliance, new carpet, acoustical ceilings, light fixtures, and flooring. Selective demolition was required in certain areas. The exterior upgrades feature an elaborate glass entry with deep 12’ footings, 97 window replacements, RTU replacements, and upgraded electrical service.   The facility now serves as a modern, customizable co-working office space and has potential for future tenants.         Our third project is a Distribution Center for our E-Commerce Client, which includes the development of a 517,000-sf facility with office and warehouse space on a 50-acre site in DeKalb’s ChicagoWest Business Center.   Completed in only 14 months, the facility has new MEP-FAFP systems, 18,000-sf office space, break room, locker room, wellness center, training rooms, security desk, and warehouse with 247 loading docks, two drive-in doors, and two trucker lounges.   Exterior features include EV charging stations, 572 vehicle parking spaces, 487 trailer stalls, and primary and secondary guard houses. Offsite improvements for truck route access and deep sanitary extensions were also completed.   We worked closely with each of our clients throughout the design and construction process, enabling us to identify issues early and assisting owners in making informed and cost-effective business decisions.   In addition, as we operate in line with our core values, our firm, employees and family helped support many of our firm’s initiatives, which include supporting and donating to multiple charities, our diversity, equity and inclusion, professional training, employee development and more.   We look forward to attending the awards dinner at the Hilton Chicago on March 9th and cheering for our team and fellow industry colleagues.

  For over 15 years, Krusinski Construction has been a trusted advisor to Comcast and has delivered numerous safe, fast-track and high-quality construction projects in many of its offices across multiple states.   Recently, our team successfully completed an office renovation project at Comcast’s York Center location in Oak Brook, Illinois. The renovated space features new carpeting, quartz countertops, DIRTT system partitions and multiple offices, conference rooms, smaller huddle rooms and a wellness room.   In addition to the vast amount of daylight provided by the numerous windows, the office space also features some of the latest technology that reduces energy consumption, including wireless lighting controls and occupancy sensors. Our team also led the seamless integration of new security features from the renovated space into the building’s existing automation and security system.   Since construction operations were conducted in an active and occupied space, our team enforced site specific safety guidelines. Part of our scope of work required more than 15, 4-inch cores from the second floor into an occupied tenant space on the first floor. Through constant communication with Comcast employees, building engineers and tenants, our team successfully navigated through the complexities without disruptions and achieved zero injuries.   In the early phase of the project, our Quality Assurance team provided drawing reviews to assure constructability and conducted site inspections during construction to ensure code compliance and overall satisfactory performance.   Krusinski Construction successfully delivered a modern and flexible workspace that provides Comcast’s workforce with an open and inviting collaborative environment.   Recently Published: RE Journals: Krusinski Construction Modernizes Comcast's York Center Office in Oak Brook

  Oakbrook, Illinois - Krusinski Construction has completed a 54,000-sf warehouse expansion to Camcraft’s industrial facility in northwest suburban Bartlett, Illinois. Camcraft manufactures precision machined parts for a variety of industries, including aerospace, diesel engines, mobile hydraulics and more.   In addition to the more than 40,000 sf of warehouse space, 8,000 sf of office space and 1,500 sf of laboratory space, the expansion also includes the following:   design components that match Camcraft's original building design; site work includes utility revisions and additional parking spaces for future use; a high-end break room, with full-height windows to give the space a more open feel and transparency between the different spaces;   the addition of an office area that features an open layout to promote collaboration, as well as the addition of locker and restroom areas; installation of two bus ducts that run the full length of the warehouse and allow for the strategic placement of equipment and power connectivity; the addition of the CMM lab that allows for product inspections and analysis; a demising wall and the addition of a high-speed truck door which helps facilitate the movement of trucks and equipment throughout the facility and also helps create a more distinct separation between the two companies (Camcraft and Matrix).   This project completes a long-term development and expansion program that was originally envisioned in 2017. The careful, proactive planning by Camcraft and Krusinski Construction improved certain efficiencies and helped expedite this warehouse expansion.   The warehouse addition at Camcraft’s Bartlett facility allows both Camcraft and its sister company, Matrix Design, LLC., to expand their operational footprints.   Recognized as a trusted advisor, Krusinski Construction, is proud of its on-going partnership with long term and repeat client, Camcraft. This is the second construction project Krusinski completed for Camcraft in 2022, following the renovation of its Hanover Park facility. Overall, Krusinski has completed five projects for Camcraft.     Recently Published: The Daily Herald: Krusinski Completes Camcraft Project in Bartlett Connect CRE: Krusinski Construction and Client Camcraft Complete Long-Term Expansion Program

  Krusinski Construction is pleased to announce the promotion of Andrew Dempsey, from Traveling Assistant Superintendent to Project Superintendent.   Since joining the firm in May 2021, Andrew has worked on various projects ranging from new construction to tenant improvements. He has demonstrated tenacity and has gained an extensive understanding of KCC way of construction.   Andrew is ready to do Whatever It Takes to be successful on his next project.   Congratulations Andrew!  

  Krusinski Construction Company is thrilled to announce the promotion of Anna Mendez to Accounting Supervisor.Anna will help oversee and lead accounting procedures and team members in her new role. She will be closely involved in job cost processes and drive more internal initiatives.Anna started with Krusinski in 2015 and has always found ways to Do Whatever It Takes to support her team members. She is excited to grow professionally in this new role and learn new skills.Congratulations, Anna, on a well-deserved promotion!

Oak Brook, Illinois – In only five months, Krusinski Construction Company (Krusinski) successfully completed a fast turnaround, 49,000-sf fire restoration construction project for Bay Marine in Waukegan, Illinois.   In February 2022, Bay Marine experienced a four-alarm fire in their boat storage facility at Waukegan Harbor. Firefighters responded from multiple counties to battle the six-hour blaze, which resulted in extensive fire, smoke and water damage.   To quickly get the facility back in operation and ensure storage availability for its clients, Bay Marine needed to complete this project within a few months, before the end of the boating season. Two weeks after the fire, our team engaged this project, assessed the fire damage and developed a plan to meet the tight deadline.   Restoration of the 40,000-sf boat storage facility includes the replacement of all roof, wall and boat access door insulation system that increases the R-value of the structure. In addition to reworking the existing sprinkler system, high bay LED lights, unit heaters and 10 destratification fans were replaced with four, 24-foot, high-velocity low speed fans to improve the air circulation. A new mezzanine was installed in the parts storage area and epoxy coating was applied to the storage facility and maintenance shop floors.   The 9,000-sf renovated office space includes a reception area, customer lobby, conference room, private offices, breakroom, ADA compliant bathrooms, server room and new finishes, millwork, countertops and flooring.   As work progressed, our on-site team discovered pre-existing structural deficiencies and our Quality Assurance team was engaged. The team worked closely with outside structural consultants to develop a solution which included additional anchors and support for the masonry walls and piers, assuring they were adequately secured to existing structural members.   Despite the aggressive schedule and unforeseen challenges, our team leveraged timely and effective collaboration with all stakeholders to successfully deliver this quality project safely and on time to meet our client, and its client’s needs.

"Coffee Break" Questions Q: Describe your company. A: Krusinski Construction Co. is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships with our clients throughout the entire design and construction process. KCC takes pride in working alongside great people from across the nation and in a variety of industries. Since 1973, our willingness to take on any project, no matter how complex or challenging it may be, has led to years of building experience in multifamily and senior living, health care, R&D laboratory, mission critical, industrial and manufacturing, food and beverage, higher education and training centers, hospitality and retail, recreational and religious, and corporate office and interiors.   Q: Do you plan to hire any additional staff or make any significant capital investments in your company in the next year? A: Yes, we recently added a vice president to our team and there are several key hires we are searching for and plan to continue to add to our team over the near and long term. We have also recently invested in multiple technology platforms to improve our internal efficiency as well as enhance the client experience and services.    Q: What will your company's main challenges be in the next year? A: There continue to be challenges related to the availability of construction materials due to supply chain constraints and manufacturing shortages. The material and labor price escalations paired with inflation and the delicate economic market have caused some trepidation in the development and financing of certain market sectors.   Q: What's the hottest trend in your industry? A: I believe the enhanced integration of Building Information Modeling and prefabricated/modular construction assemblies will continue to grow and be an essential part of construction across many market sectors. However, that will also require a more collaborative and integrated approach from the client, architects, engineers, general contractors and specialty trade contractors. Working as a team from the onset of the project will help ensure a successful outcome for all stakeholders.   Q: If you had one tip to give to a rookie executive, what would it be? A: Surround yourself with a trusted and high performing team and ask a lot of questions. There are so many variables in our business from day to day that listening and analyzing every piece of available information is imperative to making timely decisions and running a business.   Q: Do you have a business mantra? A: We have to be a better company this year than we were last year. Constant improvement and adapting to changing market conditions is key.   Q: From a business outlook, whom do you look up to? A: My father, Joe Krusinski, founded our company and has by far had the biggest influence on me from both a personal and professional standpoint. He has an outstanding business acumen and he is an incredible people person.   He has demonstrated a high level of servant leadership throughout his career and taught me the importance of integrity and to treat people with care and respect. He has also instilled the value of philanthropy and giving back to our communities. Our company supports several charitable efforts throughout the year donating time, resources and funds as part of our KCCares initiatives.   Q: What is one interesting fact about you or your company that most people may not know? A: KCC operations are firmly guided by our core values, and that has allowed us to build long-lasting partnerships with many clients, leading to an 85% of repeat business year over year. In addition, our company not only builds locally, but also on a regional and national basis for several of our clients. In 2023 we will be celebrating our company's 50th anniversary. It is a big accomplishment. As a company, we've looked back on the lasting relationships we've built and the high quality work we've delivered since 1973. We know that's what got us here, so we're committed to continuing that legacy for the next 50 years.   Q: Was there a moment in your career that didn't go as you planned? What lesson did you learn from it? A: Even prior to my career starting I realized that being away at college was not a good fit for me. Coming home to work and attend part-time night school was a less traditional path and certainly wasn't a part of my original life plan. However, there were many positives to working my way up from the bottom and having a career that took on numerous positions within our company. I was able to learn the business from the inside out and worked with so many incredible people along the way. Many of them are still with our company.   Q: What do you like to do in your free time? A: I definitely love spending time with my family, which sometimes includes boating, fishing, golfing and the backyard fireplace. My personal escape is playing hockey.   Q: What book is on your nightstand? A: Right now I am rereading "52 Things Kids Need from a Dad" by Jay Payleitner. A quick read with some great reminders and take-aways for a dad.   Q: What keeps you up at night? A: Just about everything -- the construction industry is very dynamic and always keeps me on my toes.   Q: If you were not doing this job, what do you think you would be doing? A: I'm an average golfer but would love to be a professional caddie.   Q: What was your first paying job? A: Working summers in high school as a laborer on our job sites. It was awesome.   Q: If you could put your company name on a sports venue, which one would you choose? A: Because I am such a big hockey fan, it would have to be the United Center to support the Blackhawks.   Q: Two people to follow on Twitter and why (besides your company). A: I am a bit old school and not on Twitter but I love following our clients and industry partners on LinkedIn.     Industry: General contractor -- commercial construction Number of employees: 60 Age: 48 Family information: Married for 21 years to Bridget -- daughter Kate is 17, son Jack is 15 & son Cameron is 13 Hometown: Palos Park   Click here to read the article on the Daily Herald website.

The KRU had a joyful night at the KCC Holiday Party hosted at Francesca’s Amici in Elmhurst. The night was filled with laughter, food and good company to celebrate all the wonderful accomplishments KCC has made throughout the year. Together, we tackled complex builds, secured new opportunities and hit major milestones.   Chief Executive Officer, Jerry Krusinski reflected on the past year and commented, “There’s no better team than our KRU and I’m excited for what 2023 has in store for KCC.”

  Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is excited to announce that David Julian has joined the firm as Vice President of Business Development.   David has worked in the commercial real estate community for over 20 years as a Business Development professional. From developers to brokers and everyone in between, he has built long-standing relationships within the CRE industry throughout his career. David has a reputation as a true partner. He possesses a strong understanding of connecting with people and clients, which will only enhance KCC's legacy of service to existing and new business partners.   David is a proud graduate of Western Illinois University, where he was a member of the men's tennis team for four years. David enjoys traveling with his wife and two children. You can often find him on a sideline, watching his kids chase their dreams and cheering them on, or on the golf course honing his swing.

  Krusinski Construction congratulates Prologis and ML Realty Partners for winning NAIOP Chicago's Industrial Redevelopment of the Year award for the 68-acre Mohawk Terrace redevelopment.   Krusinski is proud to be the general contractor for this on-going, four-building, state-of-the-art industrial park in Bensenville, Illinois.    NAIOP Chicago recently hosted their 35th Annual Awards for Excellence at Time Out Market Chicago. Other nominations and awards varied across real estate, architecture, engineering and construction.        

Krusinski Construction President, Jeff Krusinski spoke with Mia Goulart from the Chicago Industrial Properties Journal about the latest trends and challenges impacting many projects across construction industry.   "There are a lot of systems out there, and with the lead times we're experiencing now, it's important to get aligned with a manufacturer every early on." - Jeff Krusinski   Despite the current industry climate, Krusinski Construction credits a strong and creative collaboration with two of its clients, which led to a four-building development in Bensenville, Illinois.     Click here or the image below for the full story (starting on the front cover and continuing on page 6).      

Krusinski Construction (Krusinski) is pleased to announce the promotion of Pablo Aquino, from Estimator to Pre-Construction Manager.   Since joining Krusinski in 2016, Pablo has progressed through multiple positions and has been part of many LEED certified and award-winning projects, including Avidor Glenview, a 258,653-sf, four-story, LEED certified residential complex with 168 units and Wood Hill Crossing East, an 85,000-sf, multi-tenant building, which was the first LEED certified building in the Village of Woodridge.   In 2020, after working four years as a project engineer, Pablo was promoted to project manager. His continued interest in analyzing each project in-depth, including budgets, prompted a shift to a different role. In January 2021, while still managing multiple projects, Pablo transitioned to an estimator role with the pre-construction department.   As an estimator, Pablo has worked on projects across multiple states and sectors, including industrial, healthcare, financial, student housing and mixed-use developments. His overall experience and progression through multiple roles within the company paved the way to his promotion to pre-construction manager.   “Pablo is an exemplary role model by consistently demonstrating a commitment to upholding company values and encouraging others to do the same. Over the years, he has continued to meet or surpass his goals, take great pride in his work and always views problems as challenges, as opposed to roadblocks. Not to mention that his attention to detail is second to none,” said Neely Sadowski, Vice President of Pre-Construction.   Pablo has 17 years of industry experience and has worked in both, architecture and construction firms. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. The Krusinski team congratulates Pablo and is eager to see him succeed as he takes his career to the next level.

  We are pleased to announce that Jeff Shockley has joined Krusinski Construction (Krusinski) as a Senior Project Superintendent.   In his new role, Jeff will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of his assigned construction projects, including alignment with job specifications and overseeing project personnel to ensure plans and schedules are kept on track.   Jeff brings 40+ years of construction experience across multiple sectors, including industrial, institutional, healthcare, multi-family, restaurants, government and more. Prior to joining Krusinski, Jeff worked on numerous multi-million dollar projects, including a $160 million industrial project for CANPACK, $33 million mixed-use renovation project with 130 units and a production and test facility for Delco Remy America. He also worked on healthcare projects with Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, Rush County Health Department and Madison County Health Department.   In addition to field operations, Jeff also has experience in project management, estimating, contract negotiations, quality control, scheduling and client relations management.   At Krusinski, we understand the effectiveness of a team relies heavily on trust, respect and timely communication. This collaborative effect empowers our superintendents to build our client’s vision in the field by working with our trade partners in a more efficient manner.   Jeff is assigned to one of our industrial projects in Michigan and will ensure our team delivers a safe and quality build that meets our client expectations.

Comcast is one of Krusinski’s long-time and repeat clients. Throughout our 15-year partnership, we have successfully completed more than 38 projects across numerous locations and today, we continue to serve as a trusted advisor.   From demolition to full build out, our team is renovating Comcast’s Effectv office space located on the second floor at the York Center in Oak Brook, Illinois.   This renovation project consists of multiple offices, conference rooms, huddle rooms, collaborative workspaces, wellness room, break room and storage space.   In addition to the private offices and collaborative workspace, this office space also features wireless lighting controls, new millwork, luxury vinyl tile, new carpet, new free standing furniture and the installation of DIRTT system partitions.   To accommodate the new offices within the space, the project team is preparing for interior infrastructure work, which includes coring and routing between multiple floors in 15+ locations throughout the space and reconfiguring the HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire suppression systems.   Since construction is taking place in an active, occupied space, the project team is managing heavy on-site coordination with building engineers and client staff to avoid service disruptions or downtime.   As many businesses continue to restructure and adapt to their latest office space and work schedule demands, Krusinski has maintained a lockstep approach with its clients, serving as a trusted advisor, while helping them achieve their latest organizational needs.   The expected completion date for this renovation project is January 2023.  

Following their recent 100th anniversary, CPA firm Sassetti relocated its headquarters into a new office space in Oak Brook, Illinois. Krusinski Construction Company (Krusinski) partnered with Newman Architecture to provide design-build services for the modern tenant build-out, which was successfully completed on a fast-track schedule.   Sassetti’s new office includes open and partitioned workspaces, private offices, conference rooms, server room, kitchen space, a lobby and a reception area. In addition to custom millwork, there are accent wall panels throughout the space, new LED light fixtures, and other high-end finishes.   Jim Robbs, Sassetti partner, stated, “I observed and tracked the construction progress throughout, and Krusinski delivered an excellent product, on time. This was an excellent feat considering COVID’s product availability and delivery issues.”   Krusinski also reconfigured the building’s security and access control system and updated the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.   Sassetti has consolidated its Oak Park and Naperville locations into their new office space, located on the second floor at 2107 Swift Drive in Oak Brook, Illinois. Krusinski Construction Company owns the property and also occupies office space for its corporate headquarters.

We are pleased to introduce the newest additions to our marketing team, Carlos Acevedo and Erika Truschke! They both bring valuable industry experience and are excited to join our KRU.   Josh Vidro, Vice President of Marketing, will lead the team through the implementation of strategies that'll position Krusinski Construction among the best general contractors, nationwide.    As Marketing Manager, Carlos Acevedo will strategically and creatively implement our business plan and marketing strategy, including proposal and business development, brand management, marketing campaigns, public relations, advertising and awards.   He has worked with A&E and Construction firms, and brings over 15 years of experience in communications, marketing, business development and project management.   In his free time, Carlos enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering and trying out new Thai restaurants.     As Senior Marketing Coordinator, Erika Truschke will create and maintain branded collateral to support our sales and marketing efforts, along with extending the Krusinski brand across all communication and social channels. She joins KCC with over five years of marketing and communications experience in the construction industry.   "I'm so happy to join the Krusinski team! Everyone made me feel so welcomed and valued from day one and I'm excited to grow in this new opportunity and role."   In her free time, Erika enjoys playing ice hockey, visiting her lake house and spending time with her 5-year-old Border Collie, Cassie.

JOLIET, IL (April 4, 2022)—Krusinski Construction Company has completed the ground-up construction of the first new Cassidy Best-One Tire & Service automotive center following the recently formed alliance between Cassidy Tire and Best-One Tire & Service.   The new 19,000-square-foot facility, developed by Ketone Partners, is located at 3100 Channahon Road, within the Rock Creek Logistics Center in Joliet, Illinois.   The building at 3100 Channahon was constructed on an approximately three-acre site within the logistics center that is owned by Ketone Partners. The new automotive center is constructed of precast material and features 20 drive-in doors, 10 service bays and 1,000 square feet of office space. The site includes nine parking stalls and seven trailer parking stalls.   At this location, Cassidy Best-One Tire & Service will provide truck and automotive tire work, and general maintenance for a variety of vehicle sizes, including cars, trucks and tractor trailers.   “With a groundbreaking in the Fall, a scheduled early 2022 delivery and the typical late Fall/early winter weather, the focus of the construction team was speed-to-market,” said Ryan Lehman, Project Manager, Krusinski Construction Company. “We successfully navigated that and were able to deliver the project in time for the planned opening.”   Rock Creek Logistics Center is a 263-acre business and logistics center that offers direct access to Interstate 80 via Houbolt Road and Interstate 55 via Route 6. The center is adjacent to the future Houbolt Road extension and Des Plaines River Bridge. Adjacent to the building now under construction for Cassidy Best-One is a travel plaza being planned by Ketone Partners. Given the level of truck and automotive traffic that goes through Joliet, this location represents a great growth opportunity for Cassidy Best-One Tire and Service.   The Krusinski Construction team on the project included Michael Metz, Project Executive; Ryan Lehman, Project Manager; Ed Zygowicz, Senior Project Superintendent; Josh Peterson, Project Engineer; and Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator. The project team included Cornerstone Architects and architect and Jacob & Hefner Associates as civil engineer.   ABOUT KETONE PARTNERS Ketone Partners, LLC is a full-service real estate development, management and advisory company with national experience in the acquisition, development and management of commercial & agricultural properties. Using its individual, professional and proven real estate development experience, Ketone maximizes the financial returns of projects by actively managing the real estate planning, permitting, bidding, financing and construction process. For more information, visit www.ketonepartners.com.   ABOUT CASSIDY TIRE CENTER Cassidy Tire, owned by the Ahern Family, was established in the greater Chicagoland area back in 1914.Cassidy currently has 15 locations, specializing in retail, commercial, and OTR business. For more information, visit www.cassidytire.com.   ABOUT BEST-ONE Best-One Tire & Service, owned by the Zurcher Family, is based out of Monroe, Indiana and began back in 1948. Best-One services customers with over 250 locations in 28 states, specializing in retail, commercial, agricultural, and OTR business. For more information, visit www.bestonetire.com.   ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide-range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com. ###

OAK BROOK, IL (March 30, 2022)— Krusinski Construction has completed the design-build construction of a 112,000-sf precast building with warehouse, manufacturing, and office space for its client, Wehrli Custom Fabrication, Inc. in DeKalb, Illinois.   This new headquarters facility for Wehrli is the exclamation point for unprecedented growth and a dramatic business expansion story after the business was started from a two-truck garage a little more than 10 years ago. Most recently, Wehrli was in approximately 35,000 sf of space in another DeKalb location.   The new precast facility is built on an 11-acre site, a size that provides the potential for further future expansion by Wehrli, which specializes in high-performance diesel upgrades, powder coating and custom metal fabrication. The building features a two-story 12,000-sf office area, with elevator-accessible space on the second floor for future expansion. The manufacturing area, which totals approximately 100,000 sf includes space for their Performance Department, CNC Machining Operation, Mechanical Department, Powder Coating, Welding, Fabrication, and Laser Cutting, as well as a Research and Development area.   “This was a notable project for a number of reasons, including the hands-on, collaborative approach taken by Wehrli’ s owners,” said Joseph Krusinski III, Project Manager, Krusinski Construction. “Their involvement in the project made it much easier for Krusinski and Archideas, Inc., the project architect, to execute the design-build process.”   Krusinski also noted that Wehrli demonstrated its commitment to the local community by engaging as many area businesses as possible in the construction of the facility.  Wagner Excavating, Cardinal Glass, Raynor Door Authority and Banner Up Signs are just a few of the Trade Partners that were involved in various aspects of the project.   Other features of the building envelope include 28’ clear span height, a white 60mil TPO roof, seven (7) dock positions, including one allocated specifically for UPS, five (5) drive-in doors. The building also features an exterior trash compactor and is fully climate-controlled.   The Krusinski Construction team involved in the Wehrli corporate headquarters facility include Jerry Krusinski, Project Executive; Joseph Krusinski III, Project Manager; and Dan Laffey, Project Superintendent; Nathan Tenpas, Project Engineer; and Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator.   The completion of the new corporate headquarters for Wehrli is the latest in a series of ongoing construction projects Krusinski Construction has either completed or are in varying stages of completion in the DeKalb area.   ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide-range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

Krusinski Construction Company is well underway on the construction of a 100,400-square-foot speculative industrial headquarters style development for repeat client Molto Properties in Woodridge, IL.The new facility has been designed - and is being constructed - according to standards representative of a premier corporate headquarters facility. When completed, the building, situated on an 8.14-acre site, will feature 32’ building clear height, 14 docks/loading doors (expandable to 20), two drive-in doors, and 177 parking spaces for cars and 11 trailer storage stalls. The building will also feature 2,240 square feet of speculative office space situated at the southeast corner of the building.Enhancing the corporate headquarters stature of the property is its prime DuPage County location at the four-way interchange of I-355 and 75th Street in Woodridge. This gives the property tremendous visibility and accessibility. In the immediate and surrounding areas are a variety of tenant amenities and conveniences ranging from restaurants and hotels to retail and recreational properties.In addition to Krusinski Construction, the project team includes Harris Architects, V3 Companies and McCluskey Engineering Corporation.

We are thrilled to announce that we are renovating an existing 56,872-square-foot, two-story building once used as an AT&T Headquarters in downtown Arlington Heights for one of our long-time clients, Ketone Partners, LLC.   Interior work includes demolition, new MEP-FP systems, and offices with potential future tenant work. The exterior upgrade will consist of an elaborate glass entry, RTU replacements, and upgrades to the electrical service.   Be sure to follow along for project updates at Krusinski.com and www.44-vail.com, as our team tackles yet another great project with a great client!

We are excited to announce the promotion of Jean Reisner to Controller of Krusinski Construction Company!   Jean joined Krusinski in 1994 and has been instrumental in helping Krusinski manage our continuous growth in both revenue and associates over many years. Jean's dedication and guidance of the Accounting Department has enabled her team to continue advancing their careers while managing additional workload.   In her new role, Jean will oversee the entire Accounting function, including Work In Process Reports, Financial Statements, Audits, Payroll and Employee Benefits. She leads and supervises the Accounting Team and is a Member of the Krusinski Leadership Team.   Congratulations, Jean, on this well-earned promotion! Learn more about Jean here: https://lnkd.in/emvYudn2 Read less

Vice President Mike Metz recently celebrated his 30th anniversary at Krusinski Construction Company. Hired in 1991 by chairman Joe Krusinski, Metz is now the longest tenured employee in the company.    Metz has successfully managed nearly 18 million square feet of construction work during his tenure, including some of Krusinski Construction Company’s largest and most challenging projects for clients based locally and nationally.   “The loyalty and commitment the company has shown me is what makes me want to come into work every day and give it right back,” Metz said about the company.   As Krusinski Construction Company approaches its 50th anniversary in 2023, Metz is leveraging his experience to prepare younger team members for the company’s future growth.   “Mike’s dedication to our core values, his leadership, and his loyalty are trademarks of his work ethic and an enormous contribution to our success,” said Joe Krusinski, Sr.   To learn more about how Krusinski Construction Company is tackling complex projects nationwide in 2022, please visit www.krusinski.com. 

Hard work pays off! This year, our team celebrated the end to another successful year at our annual KCC Holiday Party at Revolution Brewing in Chicago. Cellar tours, great food and plenty of laughs thanks to our amazing Social Committee and the Krusinski Family. We are glad to be back and celebrate the holidays with each other!

Congratulations to our partners Flavorchem Corporation and GMA Architects on Crain’s Chicago choosing the Flavorchem Center for Taste Innovation as one of Chicago’s 2021 Coolest Offices.   What was once a warehouse formally known as the boneyard because of its old collection site of equipment and furniture in Downers Grove, is now home to a clean, modern, and fun innovative workspace to create finished food and beverage products.    According to Crain’s, “It doesn't feel like an office…Each application center - Bakery, Drinkology, Candy Bar, and Collaboratory, in which Flavorchem scientists work to create finished food and beverage products for clients - has a different design.”    Krusinski Construction is proud to have reconstructed the interior of the existing 25,000-square-foot industrial building into a new, bright and colorful contemporary technology and marketing hub featuring innovative design for Flavorchem Corporation. The scope included a new office space, four application centers, a showroom, a test kitchen, and a taste test research room.   Specifically, one of its coolest feature, Crain’s shares, is the Collaboratory, cloaked in a dramatic faux cement wall covering and decked out with plants and laboratory equipment, has a science-lab-meets-trendy-bar vibe. (Pictured above)   In addition, the publication states that a close second is the snack and beverage bar, offering coffee and confections to clients in the welcome lobby.   “Application spaces, offices, and an expansive R&D kitchen were intentionally designed for collaboration, comfort and productivity. Natural light enhances an overall welcoming feel," the article states.   Crain’s shares that employees enjoy their new workspace because the building has a ton of room for small or large group collaboration as well as spaces for individuals to work on projects in their own dedicated space.   To learn more about Crain’s Coolest Offices 2021, click here.

  Krusinski Construction is proud to announce that Josh Vidro has joined the firm as Vice President of Marketing.    In his role, Josh will lead, manage and oversee the team and its strategic vision and marketing efforts that align with KCC goals and annual planning. In addition, he will work closely with sales and business development on strategic measures for new local and national opportunities.   Josh joins KCC with more than 20 years of marketing experience, notably in the A/E/C industry, with companies such as VOA Associates, Walsh Construction and most recently with McShane Companies.

Pictured at the Cassidy Best-One groundbreaking, from left to right, are Kyle Schuhmacher, Ketone Partners; John Zurcher, Best One Tires; Jeff Krusinski, Krusinski Construction; John Greuling, Will County Center for Economic Development; Tom Ahern, Cassidy Tire; Kristie Ahern, Cassidy Tire; Bryan Ahern Cassidy Tire; Rick Ahern, Cassidy Tire; and Bob Mallo, Corporate Connection Consultants.   OAK BROOK, IL (October 6, 2021)—Krusinski Construction Company held a ceremonial groundbreaking to mark the beginning of ground-up construction of a 19,000-square-foot Cassidy Best-One Tire & Service automotive center within the Rock Creek Logistics Center in Joliet. Ketone Partners is the developer of the project, located at 3100 Channahon Road.   This represents the first location for the recently formed alliance between Cassidy Tire and Best-One Tire & Service. The facility will provide truck and automotive tire work, and general vehicle maintenance. Cassidy Best-One Tire & Service anticipates opening this location in early 2022.   The building at 3100 Channahon is being constructed on an approximately three-acre site within the logistics center that is owned by Ketone. The new automotive center, made of precast material, will be equipped with 20 drive-in doors, 10 service bays and 1,000 square feet of office space. The site will include nine parking stalls and seven trailer parking stalls.   “Krusinski Construction is pleased to be part of this project, which signals the beginning of a great new venture and opportunity for Cassidy Best-One Tire & Service while at the same time advancing the progress of Ketone’s Rock Creek Logistics Center,” said Ryan Lehman, Project Manager, Krusinski Construction Company.   In addition to the project team members, Will County Center for Economic Development members and public officials from the City of Joliet were in attendance, including Mayor, Bob O’Dekirk.    Rock Creek Logistics Center is a 263-acre business and logistics center that offers direct access to Interstate 80 via Houbolt Road and Interstate 55 via Route 6. The center is adjacent to the future Houbolt Road extension and Des Plaines River Bridge. Adjacent to the building now under construction for Cassidy Best-One is a travel plaza being planned by Ketone. Given the level of truck and automotive traffic that goes through Joliet, this location represents a great growth opportunity for Cassidy Best-One Tire and Service.   The Krusinski Construction team includes Ryan Lehman, Project Manager; Michael Metz, Project Executive; Josh Peterson, Project Engineer; Ed Zygowicz, Senior Project Superintendent; and Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator. In addition to Krusinski Construction and Ketone Partners, the project team includes Cornerstone Architects, architect, and Jacob & Hefner Associates, civil engineer.     ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide-range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.   ABOUT KETONE PARTNERS Ketone Partners, LLC is a full-service real estate development, management and advisory company with national experience in the acquisition, development and management of commercial & agricultural properties. Using its individual, professional and proven real estate development experience, Ketone maximizes the financial returns of projects by actively managing the real estate planning, permitting, bidding, financing and construction process. For more information, visit www.ketonepartners.com.   ABOUT CASSIDY TIRE CENTER Cassidy Tire, owned by the Ahern Family, was established in the greater Chicagoland area back in 1914.Cassidy currently has 15 locations, specializing in retail, commercial, and OTR business. For more information, visit www.cassidytire.com.   ABOUT BEST-ONE Best-One Tire & Service, owned by the Zurcher Family, is based out of Monroe, Indiana and began back in 1948. Best-One services customers with over 250 locations in 28 states, specializing in retail, commercial, agricultural, and OTR business. For more information, visit www.bestonetire.com.  

Ferrara Candy's 1,222,400-square-foot Distribution Center within the ChicagoWest Business Center in DeKalb, Illinois, has been named in the Top 10 category for nation's largest industrial projects built in 2021. 

Krusinski Construction Company will build a speculative warehouse facility for its repeat client IAC in Louisville, Kentucky.   The design-build project features space for two future offices, each about 4,000 square feet.   The facility, which will sit on a 12-acre lot, also includes 165 car parking stalls, 35 trailer parking stalls, 25 loading docks and two drive-in doors with 32-foot clear height. The building will have space for 10 future docks.

The KRU came out to cheer on the Chicago Dogs for our annual summer social event last Friday! We had a blast celebrating our team's hard work by bringing everyone together and out of the office, including our local and out-of-state field teams. These events are just one of many ways, KCC shows we care! #WeBuildCulture #KCCares

Krusinski Construction Company is proud to welcome Megin Gallagher as the firm's new Risk Manager -- a newly created position at KCC.   As Risk Manager, Megin will focus on all aspects of the firm's business insurance and compliance, monitoring and managing claims, loss control, assistance with risk transfer issues through contracts and subcontracts, finding ways to reduce the cost of managing KCC's risk, and more.    Please join us in welcoming Megin to our growing team!

Krusinski Construction Company is excited to announce the addition of Joe Moore to its growing field team. Joe has more than 5 years of experience working alongside KCC throughout local and regional e-commerce facilities.   Now as an official KCC associate, Joe will help lead Krusinski Construction projects locally and nationally, starting with overseeing the construction of a delivery center for a large e-commerce client in Compton, CA, where he will be located.   Welcome, Joe!

Krusinski Construction Company’s Yamazen Headquarters, Chariot Logistics Center, & Flavorchem R&D Lab were named finalists in the Industrial - Distribution category for the 2021 Illinois Real Estate Awards.   The Award Ceremony takes place July 22, 2021 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago in Rosemont.

Food and Beverage roundtable panelist, Jeff Krusinski, shares his expertise on where the industry is headed and current trends he is seeing.

OAK BROOK, IL (May 6, 2021) According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, a study showed that 60% of construction workers have an underlying condition or risk factor that increases their susceptibility to severe illness should they contract COVID-19. Combine that with the fact that the nature of the firm’s work often requires close person-to-person interaction, it is vital that construction sites follow policies and procedures designed to protect workers from COVID-19. Since the beginning of the pandemic, Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) has done just that, and its efforts have resulted in zero major outbreaks at its construction sites and office facilities.   “From when we first started our business, the health and welfare of our employees has always been our top priority,” said Jerry Krusinski, CEO, “So when COVID-19 struck, we immediately took steps to mitigate the risk and to protect everyone at our job sites and offices by carefully following all safety requirements.”   Whether at construction sites in New York or California, or at its headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois, from the beginning of the pandemic, KCC implemented comprehensive COVID-19 policies and procedures that meet or exceed guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control as well as by local government regulations. All personnel entering its offices and job sites are required to comply with the firm’s COVID-19 Health & Safety Plan. Failure to do so means immediate removal from the location. As a result of these efforts, KCC has been able to maintain an excellent safety record throughout the pandemic.   “Prior to entering any Krusinski Construction Company location, workers and visitors are given a temperature screening to be sure their temperatures are below 100.4 degrees,” said Mike Dawson, KCC’s director of safety. “Prior to commencing any work, all personnel also must sign a daily affidavit acknowledging that they have met our criteria.”   COVID-19 criteria metrics include: Have not been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the past 10 days Are not exhibiting any COVID-19 related symptoms Have not been exposed to anyone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days Have not in the past 14 days traveled to countries designated by the Centers for Disease Control as Level 3 Travel Health Notice Countries Must maintain 6-foot distance from others unless doing so is not feasible or creates a risk Must wear an appropriate mask at all times while on the project location or at KCC offices Conduct ongoing site cleaning and sanitation Follow restrictions regarding the use of shared equipment   “In addition to these and other rules, Krusinski Construction Company provides extensive signage throughout each location reminding workers of proper protocols and safety measures,” said Dawson. “In fact, during a recent unscheduled inspection, a government inspector told us that he had never seen a construction site so thoroughly compliant with COVID-19 rules and regulations.”   “Although we all look forward to returning to ‘normal,’ our company will continue to prioritize the health and welfare of everyone at all our locations,” said Jerry Krusinski. “In fact, some of the protocols we have established may continue in place permanently given their proven effectiveness in preventing the spread of disease.”   #  #  #

OAK BROOK, IL (May 6, 2021)—Krusinski Construction Company has completed all elements of construction, from demolition to ground-up construction and tenant build-outs for Ridgeline Property Group’s Chariot Logistics Center, developed on the site of the former Maywood Park Racetrack. The three-building, 623,000-square-foot Green Globes certified logistics center was launched as a speculative development but later became a spec-to-suit project when all buildings were leased to one of the largest ecommerce companies in the nation.   Chariot Logistics Center sits on approximately 55 acres of land on at the intersection of North and 5th Avenues, on the east side of Melrose Park. Building 1, at 1800 5th Avenue, totals 236,000 square feet; Building 2, at 1801 5th Avenue, totals 252,000 square feet; and Building 3, at 1825 5th Avenue, totals 135,000 square feet. All buildings have 32-foot clear ceiling heights. The project also includes three newly-constructed and interconnected detention ponds.   Demolition and site work to prepare for construction was extensive and took approximately six months to complete. Krusinski Construction worked closely with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), ComEd, Nicor and the Village of Melrose Park to build new infrastructure elements, including roads, detention ponds, water mains and stormwater systems, and utility service.   “It’s no small undertaking to demolish existing improvements and prepare a significant land site for a substantial development like Chariot Logistics Center,” says Michael Metz, Vice President, Krusinski Construction Company. “More than anything, such an effort requires persistence, communication with key people and organizations involved, and the ability to adapt and value engineer when surprises occur.”   Highlights of the demolition and site work efforts led by Krusinski Construction included: +/- 42,000 tons of concrete was reclaimed from the site including the grandstand, that comprised Maywood Park Racetrack Scrap removed from site was approx. 4,600 tons Approximately 13-15,000 tons of asphalt was ground and stockpiled on the site +/-200,000 cubic yards of earth were moved on site Three detention ponds (capacity of approximately 6.2 million gallons of water) were created +/-19,000 linear feet of utilities and associated utility structures were removed and replaced by more than 22,000 feet of new utilities and over 140 new utility structures   Relatively early in the process, a deal was struck for a single tenant, one of Krusinski Construction’s strongest existing ecommerce clients, to occupy all of Chariot Logistics Center. This provided a unique opportunity for the ecommerce giant to further shape the design and construction of the buildings. Following construction of the core and shell of the buildings, Krusinski Construction built out each building to meet the operational needs of its client.   Buildings 1 and 2, the two largest buildings at 236,000 and 252,000 square feet, respectively, were finished to serve as parking and storage to house the firm’s fleet of next-day delivery vans. Krusinski installed upgraded ventilation systems to eliminate exhaust produced by the vehicles and ensure the safety of all who work there. Interior build-out of these spaces consisted of adding restroom facilities and striping of the concrete flooring, among other things.   Building number 3, which spans 135,000 square feet, was built out to serve as an ecommerce delivery station. Packages are brought to the building on semi-trailer trucks, sorted and loaded onto vans. The buildout for this was more extensive and included a 10,000-square-foot office space as well as employee restrooms and breakrooms. Krusinski Construction also installed specialized cooling systems within the building.   Construction highlights included: More than 1,431 tons of steel were used in the construction of the three buildings More than 20,550 cubic yards of concrete were poured in the construction of the floors and outdoor parking areas 6,760 linear feet of precast wall was installed Any further description or highlights of the construction of the three buildings (number and/or weight of tilt-up panels, etc.) On the exterior of building 3, a massive steel canopy was installed to help shield and protect the loading process from severe weather conditions.   The name Chariot Logistics Center pays tribute to the former use of the site. Maywood Park Racetrack, which featured harness racing, was developed in 1946. Races were held at the track until 2015. Maywood Park’s premises consisted of a ½ mile racetrack, a grandstand and related facilities to accommodate more than 33,000 sectators, and a stable to house nearly 1,000 horses. The site originally was developed as the Cook County Fairgrounds.   The Krusinski Construction project team for demolition, site work and building construction included Michael Metz, Vice President; Brian Henrich, Project Manager; George Hollendoner, Project Superintendent; and Doreen Hsu, Project Coordinator. The Krusinski Construction project team for tenant build-out included Justin Risetter, Project Manager; Aron Dragovic, Project Engineer; Dan Kasheimer and Bob Shannon, Project Superintendents. Chariot Logistics Center project team partners included architects, Harris Architects and Progressive AE; and civil engineer, Kimley Horn.   ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide-range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com. ###

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL (March 8, 2021)—Krusinski Construction Company has completed the ground-up construction of the new corporate headquarters, showroom and warehouse facility for Yamazen Inc. at 111 NW Point Blvd, Elk Grove Village, Illinois.   Yamazen Inc. is a specialized global trading company with a strong focus in the distribution of CNC machine tools and other industrial and engineering equipment.     The new two-story, 138,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility sits on a 7- acre site off of Interstate 90 and features 50,000 square feet of Class A finished office, conference room and related employee space, including a dramatic entryway. Additional space in the building includes a 50,000-square-foot warehouse; two sales, demonstration and training areas, including a 17,000-square-foot turnkey robotics center and a 13,000-square-foot sampling and demonstration center; a 6,500-square-foot parts and tooling center; and parking for 137 vehicles.   The building’s all-glass entrance, with 30-foot ceilings, a contemporary reception desk and two-story monument staircase creates an inviting and dramatic welcoming for clients and visitors. Immediately off the reception area are three Class A appointed conference/meeting rooms featuring 18-foot ceilings and generous use of glass.   The second floor space includes additional conference rooms, high ceilings, bullpen seating in an open plan and a limited number of private offices, finished with floor-to-ceiling glass. The executive office area, featuring floor-to-ceiling wall panels and elegant wall sconces, also includes private offices and an executive board room. Additional amenities of the second floor space include an employee kitchen and lunchroom, and large balcony.   Two client-facing areas located on the first floor of the building are the turnkey robotics center where up to 20 pieces of equipment can be observed in use, and the sampling and demonstration space where as many as 30 pieces of equipment can be demonstrated to Yamazen’s existing and potential clients.   The 50,000-square-foot warehouse and the 6,500-square-foot parts and tooling center are also located on the first floor. The warehouse area features an overhead material handling crane which is necessary because of the size and weight of the machines and parts that are kept within the facility. Further specialization of this space includes a state-of-the-art forklift, with a guidewire embedded into the concrete, to avoid driver error and potential damage and specialized fire safety equipment required by Elk Grove Village.   Previously, before Yamazen acquired the land for its new building, nearly two thirds of the development site was the pond near the entryway to the business park. During site work, approximately 27,000 cubic yards of clay fill and 2,207 aggregate piers were used to prepare the site.   “This was a fascinating and rewarding project, from the extensive sitework required to the diverse elements and functions of this Class A corporate headquarters and showroom facility, to the weather challenges in early Spring 2020,” says Michael Metz, LEED® AP, Vice President, Krusinski Construction Company. “In the end, the Krusinski Construction team, including many talented subcontractors, created a dramatic facility for Yamazen.”   The Krusinski Construction team included Jeffrey Krusinski, President; Michael Metz, LEED® AP, Vice President; Brian Heinrich, LEED® AP BD+C, Project Manager; Michael Urick, Senior Project Superintendent. Partners on the Yamazen team included Ketone Partners as owner representative; Cornerstone Architects, Ltd. as architect; and V3 Companies, Ltd. as civil engineer.   ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

Krusinski Construction Company is proud to announce the addition of Aaron Linker as Project Engineer.   As a project engineer, Aaron is responsible for providing support to the project team by preparing and tracking documents such as submittals, RFIs, schedules, agendas and meeting minutes, punch lists and closeout documents.   He will be joining our project team in Waukegan, Illinois, on an interior renovation to an existing 500,000-square-foot building with upgrades included in the scope, for a large, national e-commerce client who specializes in next-day delivery.

OAK BROOK, IL (February 5, 2021) — Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is excited to share that Chairman, Joe Krusinski, has been featured in REnews' 2020 Hall of Fame issue.    Known as a trailblazer in Chicago’s construction industry for his impact, achievements, and contributions throughout his fifty-plus years of experience and counting, Joe is featured as one of the distinguished individuals representing exceptional leadership in today's business.    In 1973, Joe founded Krusinski Construction Company with a passion for building his firm on trust and family values. With only a few team members onboard, he began work on KCC’s first project – a 102,000-square-foot building in Itasca. In 1984, his younger brother Jerry, now CEO, joined the firm, and shortly after, three of his children – Joe, Jeff and Gina— joined the family business.   Today, KCC is led by the second-generation of Krusinski leaders with a full team of seasoned professionals building projects nation-wide. Joe’s commitment to building trust with his clients and delivering the best level of service has led the firm to where it is today – currently building for KCC’s loyal and repeat clients in nine different states, coast-to-coast and in various Midwest cities.    Click here to view the issue: https://bit.ly/3pTVbcq

Krusinski Construction Company is excited to announce the addition of Steve Beck as Quality Control Manager.   In his new role, Steve will work closely with the firm's Operations department on the QA/QC aspect of all current and future projects. His responsibilities include but are not limited to: Attending initial site inspection meetings and completing site surveys; creating design assist agendas and existing condition resolution item checklists related to final design coordination; attending the design assist calls and be a resource to the project team; providing guidance, direction, and assistance for the resolution of difficult project design issues; assisting in RFI creation with an emphasis on design solutions; analyze design for conflicts and provide problem solving items; understanding the design standards and applying them to the design assist program to assist the design group to create a final IFC drawing set; assisting in code compliance review as it relates to obtaining the TCO and CO; and exhibiting personal behavior that demonstrates commitment to safety.  

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS (January 18, 2021)—Krusinski Construction (KCC) has completed the comprehensive build-out of an 11,500-square-foot day rehabilitation center for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab within the Enterprise Office Campus located at 3215 N. Wilke Road in Arlington Heights.   This represents the fourth Chicagoland area facility KCC has competed for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. Previously, the firm has completed ground-up development projects for the organization in Burr Ridge and Homewood, and a substantial buildout of existing and operational space in Glenview.   Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, formerly the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC), is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions — from traumatic brain and spinal cord injury to stroke, amputation and cancer-related impairment. The quality of its care and research has led to the designation of “No. 1 Rehabilitation Hospital in America” by U.S. News & World Report every year since 1991. The organization offers three clinical service lines: inpatient rehabilitation for those requiring complex medical and nursing care, intensive Day Rehabilitation in an outpatient setting, and Outpatient therapy and physician consultation services.   The scope of the work completed by Krusinski Construction represented a comprehensive interior demolition and renovation of the existing space, new HVAC and electrical distribution, upgraded water service, the creation of a new, protected entryway and installing Nora Flooring throughout the entire space. The build-out of the interior space to accommodate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s design and functional specifications included creating a large open therapeutic area, private therapy rooms, accessible bathrooms, auxiliary rooms and a staff work area that included a locker room.   The finish work in Arlington Heights, similar to work completed previously in Burr Ridge, Homewood and Glenview, was according to standard protocols developed by Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. Ultimately, these standard design elements and finishes, incorporating clean, open spaces, high ceilings and vibrant colors, were established to create highly functional, bright and upbeat environments to encourage patients with a wide range of physical rehabilitation needs and regimens.   “In the end we were able to deliver a motivating, aesthetically pleasing facility, which helps to provide a conducive environment for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s patients,” says Greg Krucek, Senior Project Manager, Krusinski Construction Company. “In the process, we also added considerable value to the overall building, showcasing the possibilities of what can be done at a 1970s era office complex.”   Each project completed for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab incorporates at least one “signature” element. In Arlington Heights, this included a free-standing Porte-cochère to provide patients a sheltered entry into the facility. Before installing the structure, Krusinski Construction first had to clear the footings for what previously had been a cell tower and included a significant mass of concrete 6 feet in diameter and 15 feet deep.   The Krusinski Construction team included Greg Krucek, Senior Project Manager; Kuy Parker, Project Engineer; Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator; and Dan DeLucio, Project Superintendent. The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab project team also included architect Cannon Design; civil engineer Manhard Consulting, and owner’s rep Ascent.

Krusinski Construction Company is proud to announce that Mike Dawson has joined the firm as Director of Safety.   Mike is a proactive leader with extensive expertise in all facets of managing the safety and risks on construction sites. His responsibilities include establishing and administering the Company Safety Program to identify trends, problem areas, and conducting periodic inspections of all job sites for any unsafe acts or hazards. Mike holds certifications in the following areas: Lifting, Rigging, Flagging, Excavating, and Hazard Communication.   Notable past experience includes: Zurich Corporate Headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois; McDonalds Corporate Headquarters in Chicago, Illinois; CNA Corporate Headquarters in Chicago, Illinois; Hinsdale Golf Club in Hinsdale, Illinois.

To our clients, partners, subcontractors, trade partners and friends, Thank you for a successful 2020, despite these challenging times. We could not have done it without you.   And a special THANK YOU to the backbone of our KRU, those leading the charge in the field each and every day… whose resiliency and commitment does not go unnoticed. Thank you for making it all possible.    

DOWNERS GROVE, IL (December 17, 2020)—Krusinski Construction Company has completed a dynamic, multi-faceted Research, Development & Innovation Center for Flavorchem, transforming a pre-existing 25,390-square-foot building previously used for storage. Flavorchem is now fully operational in the building located at 1429 Centre Circle in Downers Grove.   Flavorchem specializes in the creation and manufacturing of flavor and color solutions for the food, beverage, and nutraceutical industries. Customers of the privately held business, headquartered in Downers Grove, include first class brands well recognized around the world.   Key, central elements of the research, development & innovation center include four application centers, essentially serving as test kitchens, built around a showroom kitchen. The application centers are specific to key business segments for Flavorchem: bakery, confection, beverage and a miscellaneous or multi-purpose area. It is in the application areas where Flavorchem hosts client development meetings creating and testing flavors for its various product lines. Each application center is outfitted with appliances and equipment that is appropriate for the specific sector.   “This has been a truly transformative project, converting what primarily had been a storage facility into a modern and highly-stylized research, development, marketing and sales center,” says Tim O’Driscoll, Senior Project Manager, Krusinski Construction Company. “The space is cohesive, flows very well together and allows Flavorchem to make a great impression with clients and prospects.” The application centers are built around a fully-equipped showroom kitchen. In addition to the product development spaces, which are the core of the building, the new space also includes three premium guest suites, a marketing center—with offices, workstations and a huddle room—along with a research and development lab. The overall outcome is a colorful, well-branded and functional building for Flavorchem.   The Krusinski Construction team included Tim O’Driscoll, Senior Project Manager; Nate Tenpas, Project Engineer; Erin Anderson, Project Coordinator; and Rick Drews, General Superintendent. Flavorchem project team partners included architect, GMA Architects; and civil engineer, CM Lavoie & Associates.   This research, development and innovation center marks the second facility Krusinski Construction has completed for Flavorchem. The first project completed in 2011 which achieved LEED-Silver Certification, included the interior and exterior renovation and building addition for lab, manufacturing and office space to its U.S. corporate headquarters in Downers Grove,   “It’s a rewarding feeling when you see the final product come to life,” said Joe Krusinski III, Senior Project Manager, Krusinski Construction Company. “Especially for a valued, repeat client like Flavorchem, who trusted us with their vision of their future space. We are grateful for their partnership and look forward to supporting Flavorchem on future projects.”  #     #     #   ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide-range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

Highlight video of Krusinski Construction Company's work on the former Maywood Park Racetrack in Melrose Park, IL, from demolition to completion and a tenant build-out. The newly developed three-building industrial park, now Chariot Logistics Center, is now home to one of the largest, national e-commerce providers in the U.S.

CHICAGO, IL (November 12, 2020) – Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is proud to announce that two of its projects have been named finalists at NAIOP Chicago’s 33rd Annual Awards for Excellence across various categories.   In the ‘Industrial Build-To-Suit Development of the Year’ and ‘Broker Transaction for Industrial’ categories, Ferrara Candy Company's Distribution and Pack Center at ChicagoWest Business Center in DeKalb, Illinois is nominated in partnership with Trammel Crow Company. Designed by Harris Architects, Inc., this site is made up of a 1,222,400-square-foot distribution center (DC) and a 466,600-square-foot pack center (PC) situated on 72-acres and 42-acres, respectively, within the ChicagoWest Business Center.   Nominated for ‘Industrial Redevelopment of the Year’ award is our 623,000-square-foot Chariot Logistics Center. Formerly being the historic, 1946 Maywood Park Racetrack, this site was redeveloped to house three, Green Globes-Certified warehouse buildings. Ridgeline Development selected its new name Chariot Logistics Center to pay homage to the site’s history. Learn more about our work on this project through the link in our bio.    

At Krusinski Construction, we believe in the importance of training, continuing education, and providing our associates with resources to expand their skills and abilities. But equally as important is our mission to offer that practice beyond our full-time staff and through summer internships. Qualified collegiate students with an interest in the construction industry get real-time industry exposure and practice.To get a glimpse of what interning at KCC is like and get to know one particular intern on a deeper level, we sat down with – Joe Krusinski IV – “Joey” – pictured alongside his dad, Senior Project Manager, Joe Krusinski III.So who is Joey?Currently a senior at Saint Norbert College in Wisconsin, Joey is pursuing a degree in Accounting. He recently completed his third continuous summer at KCC as an intern in our accounting department and has plans to attend graduate school after graduation. Joe saw Krusinski Construction as a place to gain positive work experience while being able to make a strong impact on the department with the knowledge he brought from school.As an intern, Joey worked closely with our senior accountant and accounting manager. He helped with bank reconciliations and managing key communications between our office and remote accounting team.What’s unique about Joey’s experience at Krusinski Construction is that he became the first ‘Third Generation’ Krusinski member to get exposure to the family business that his grandfather, KCC Chairman, Joe Krusinski Sr., founded in 1973.The oldest of his siblings and cousins, he began learning about construction at a young age. Growing up, Joey saw a side to the construction industry that no one else saw. He watched projects go from drawings to completion, learned about the different stages in the building process, and got to see his family business successfully grow and expand nationally. Being a part of the next generation of Krusinskis, Joey chose Krusinski Construction as the employer he wanted to intern at to continue the tradition while growing his personal career in Accounting. He saw the internship program as a robust, challenging experience in a welcoming and engaging environment. Speaking highly about the welcoming environment, Joey preached he “loved the way going to work made him feel.”As his siblings and cousins grow up, he hopes to see them enter the family business and “have similar opportunities to learn about the company and put the lessons learned in school to the test through real-world applications”.Thank you for your help, Joey! We look forward to seeing where the future takes you.

(Originally Featured in: Northern Illinois Real Estate Magazine’s August 2020 Issue)For 47 years, Krusinski Construction Company, founded by my dad, Joe Krusinski, has been building commercial and industrial projects for a wide variety of industries. Thirty years ago, I was just a sophomore in high school. Armed with a driver’s license, I started working as a laborer at the company’s Westbrook Corporate Center construction site in Westchester, Illinois, getting my start in the family business. Growth of Krusinski Construction CompanyIn the decades since I started with the company, a lot has changed in the construction business, in the real estate industry and for Krusinski Construction Company. During this time, under my father’s guidance, Krusinski Construction Company has evolved and grown responsibly.Of course, external factors have also changed how we work. Today, our teams in the field carry smart devices, utilize a variety of software programs to help with their work, have ready access to drones and to lots of other technologies we couldn’t have imagined 30 years ago.At the same time, Krusinski Construction Company has penetrated new markets across industry sectors. This has been a strategic effort to balance the ups and downs of industrial and economic cycles. A few of the sectors we build for include: • Distribution• E-commerce• Finance• Healthcare• Hospitality• Multifamily• R&D/Laboratory• Retail• Technology• Telecommunications• TransportationThe scope of our projects has also scaled-up dramatically. Much of our growth is fueled by repeat clients. In fact, in 2020, we anticipate 95 percent of our projects will be from clients we have worked with previously. Many of our clients ask us to work in other parts of the country. This has resulted in a significant change in our business. Today, rather than being a regional company focused exclusively in the Chicago-area, we perform work for clients from coast-to-coast. Additionally, we are part of a strategic partnership with other best-in-class regional contractors from across the country. This alliance serves us well as we always look to the best way to serve our clients.I should add that we’re not just building for today, but we’re also helping sustain the environment for future generations through LEED-certified projects for clients. Krusinski Construction Company also has a robust environmental program of our own. We typically direct a minimum of 50% of all waste generated onsite to recycling plants. This eases the burden on landfills and allows materials to be recycled and reused. Other steps we take to protect the environment include the use of recycled content and the use of local and regional raw materials. We also use Forest Stewardship Council wood products purchased from a Chain-of-Custody vendor.Opportunity for Employees to ProgressThis growth and success would not be possible without the Krusinski Construction Company team that my father and my uncle, Jerry Krusinski, put together. The two of them went from being completely hands-on, to taking a more strategic approach to developing the business. This required longer-range planning, grooming other employees for advancement and delegating greater decision-making authority to employees. We are proud that our employees have had the opportunity to grow their careers as the company grew. In fact, some long-termers are now part of our executive leadership team. We have also added a variety of new positions for specialized roles within our operations, safety, and pre-construction departments. This allows us to serve our clients with continuity while also bringing in fresh perspectives from new employees. Kruskinski Construction Company has always supported our employees in a number of ways. Through our industry associations, our employees have ready access to ongoing training and education. These programs are in addition to the support we provide for those earning college and post graduate degrees. This support for our employees has led to a very low turn-over rate, which is one of our core values.Not Everything ChangesDespite the dynamically changing environment, not everything has changed at Krusinski Construction Company. Client service has always been and will always be our top priority. We continue to operate with integrity, prioritize safety and pay strict attention to details and quality. We also commit to making the world a better place by giving back to the community through our KCCares Foundation, created to help us make a positive impact on the community.While growing up, I saw how hard my dad worked to build Krusinski Construction Company. His dedication to our customers hasn’t changed in the last 30 years, and we won’t let that change as the next generation of the Krusinski family moves into leadership roles. Today, two of my siblings play key roles in our company. Gina Krusinski is our Vice President, Human Capital and Joe Krusinski, III is a Senior Project Manager. I know Gina and Joe III will help me continue to keep our focus on providing exceptional service to our customers.

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS -- Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (formerly Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago) recently opened the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab DayRehab Center Arlington Heights.Located at 3215 N. Wilke Road, the facility replaces the organization's Wheeling DayRehab Center, and will serve patients primarily from the northwest suburbs. The site will offer an intensive model of rehabilitation in an outpatient setting. Patients benefit from two to six hours of therapy per day, two to five days per week. Patients in the program typically require a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach.The new facility touts 11,500 square feet of space, nearly 70 percent more than that of the former facility in Wheeling. It includes an Activities of Daily Living Studio (where patients can practice everyday tasks, like cooking), a gait track harness system and a dedicated orthotics space, among other features. It will serve patients ages 14 and older.For the design and construction of the facility, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab partnered with CannonDesign, Ascent and Krusinski Construction Company.

As a construction company, it’s amazing that we were one of the driving forces behind bringing a major new project to the state of Illinois. But it’s true. Facebook’s announcement that it will invest $800 million to build a 907,000-square foot data center on 505 acres at the ChicagoWest Business Center in DeKalb, Illinois was, in part, the culmination of a dream that began 14 years ago. Facebook was only two years old then. Looking back, I doubt that our Chairman, Joe Krusinski, or I had even heard about Facebook at that point. Even if we had, I doubt we would have imagined they would grow into an $700 billion business requiring a massive data center on that property In the years leading up to 2006, Krusinski Construction Company was building distribution centers and other industrial facilities in the DeKalb area. As we worked in the region, it became clear to us that the land around DeKalb had huge potential to be used for data centers and other industrial projects. The area just south of I-88 offered transmission-voltage electrical power, abundant water supply, essential sanitary capacity, multiple broadband carriers, easy access to interstate transportation and accessible utilities. With Northern Illinois University and Kishwaukee College nearby, and the location being “not too close and not too far” from Chicago, there were also lots of other resources and a ready workforce. We began assembling the land for what would ultimately become the 1,000-acre ChicagoWest Business Center. The site we purchased was also at the convergence of significant electrical power, transmission and distribution voltages, critical resources for a data center and other industrial projects. We expected that 50 acres could be ideal for a technology park data center – a “park within a park.” It wasn’t all smooth sailing from our initial acquisition of some of the property until the Facebook announcement. Honestly, there were times when I thought our vision of building a data center at the ChicagoWest Business Center might never come to pass, and so did many others. The 2008 economic crash, and “Great Recession” that followed, slowed interest in such opportunities. Even after the economy began to recover, we were still faced with the challenge of competing with neighboring states that were more “business-friendly” than Illinois. Many individuals on the Krusinski Construction Company team worked hard over the years to respond to numerous Request For Proposals (RFP). We were a finalist for a major data center project in 2013, but that project, like many others, landed up the road in Iowa. We also lost the Toyota/Mazda plant project, which is now under construction in Huntsville, Alabama. Over the years, each of the numerous RFPs the Krusinski Construction Company team responded to were built in another state. Each of those states offered business incentives that Illinois lacked. Changing the dynamic to make Illinois, DeKalb and the ChicagoWest Business Center more competitive with other states took a lot of work. Working together, countless individuals, organizations and government entities took on the numerous challenges to make this project work. The combined efforts of the many people and organizations resulted in the pieces finally falling into place to make the Facebook announcement possible. The announcement that Facebook will make this huge investment and bring 100 operational jobs and more than 1,000 construction jobs to our area is beyond exciting. For Krusinski Construction Company, we will be constructing critical infrastructure including the roadways, water and sanitation systems to help ready the area for the new data center. We are grateful to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, ComEd, the City of DeKalb and numerous elected representatives, government officials, governing bodies and utilities for their help in making ChicagoWest Business Center a reality. Entities like the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District, local taxing bodies, townships, schoolboards, Kishwaukee College, Northern Illinois University, the business community and others that all played key roles. I especially want to acknowledge the work of DeKalb Mayor Jerry Smith, DeKalb City Manager Bill Nicklas and DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Paul Borek. Most importantly, I want to acknowledge and thank all of the employees at Krusinski Construction Company, including our Founder and Chairman, Joe Krusinski, for their faith in this project and the hard work they put in to make this happen. Back in 2010, when we were actively marketing the site to Mission Critical Data Center users, we anticipated such a project would need 50 acres. It turns out, we were off by one zero. When Facebook came to us, they were looking for 500 acres! Ultimately purchasing 505 total acres for the Facebook Data Center. By every measure, this is a big project. We are glad to have played a key role in bringing this massive project to Illinois. For a construction company, it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It required a tremendous amount of work by scores of people and we are proud to have been part of this effort. KEY FACTS ABOUT FACEBOOK DATA CENTER • 505 acres of the 1,000-acre ChicagoWest Business Center • Phase I project • $800 million investment • 907,000-square-foot facility • 100+ high-paying technology jobs • Easy transportation access via interstate roadway Krusinski Construction Company has under construction: • More than two miles of Class II roadway improvements including a truck-rated roundabout and a four-way signalized intersection • Approximately 3 miles of 16-inch water main • Approximately 1.5 miles of deep gravity trunk sewer with capacity in excess of 4 million gallons per day

Last week, social media giant Facebook announced that it will build an $800 million data center in DeKalb, Illinois. This was a huge win for the state, which has often seen these types of projects land in other locations. What was different this time around? Beginning 14 years ago, an LLC related to Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) began acquiring farmland nearly 60 due miles west of downtown Chicago in DeKalb County. KCC was building industrial facilities in the area at the time and this assemblage—now marketed as the ChicagoWest Business Center—seemed like an ideal site for industrial facilities, including a data center.“We felt that DeKalb was in the path of progress, with a convergence of very strong utility infrastructure as well as the nearby university,” said Jerry Krusinski, CEO of Krusinski Construction Company. “I’ve often used the expression that it’s not too far and not too close to Chicago.”Krusinski was instrumental in the annexation of the land into the city of DeKalb and he worked with industry organizations, governments, public-private partnerships and others to bring new infrastructure to the site, including high-power electricity, water and access to fiber optics. All of this work was to better position the 1,000-acre, master-planned property for a ground-up industrial use.The first hurdle standing in the way of development was the economic crash of 2008. During the record-long cycle that followed, KCC responded to a number of RFPs, but those projects always ended up going to more business-friendly states. For example, the ChicagoWest Business Center was a finalist for a data center project in 2013 that ultimately settled in Iowa. “We were maybe a little overly selective,” said Krusinski. “We wanted the right first user because that almost sets the die for the balance of development. We’ve had multiple requests for smaller projects, but we were really more interested in a first transaction on a larger scale.”That finally occurred this year (ironically, just as the economy heads toward another recession), with the announcement that Facebook has chosen the site for its 12th U.S. data center and the first in Illinois. The 907,000-square-foot facility is scheduled for completion in 2022.There’s a rule of thumb in the world of computing, Moore’s Law, that states that affordable processing power will double, on average, about every 18 months. This theorem has held surprisingly true since the 1970s as all of our computing devices have gotten smaller, faster and cheaper.Paradoxically, data centers have grown in size during this time, bursting out of siloed server rooms and occupying acres of purpose-built, climate-controlled space. How can both be true? The answer is data, or rather, the sheer amount of it that we create. Email and social media have seen exponential growth, smartphones have proliferated the means to both consume and create data and the internet of things (IoT) is connecting more and more devices every day to the cloud.When he helped to assemble the land 14 years ago, Krusinski felt sure that a portion of the site would be a suitable locale for a data center. He couldn’t have foreseen just how massive of a use it would have been, with Facebook committing to fully half of the property’s total land area. “Back then, we earmarked 50 acres as the appropriate size allocation, thinking that would be plenty of space for a data center,” Krusinski said. “We were off by a zero because Facebook is on 500 acres now. These data center operations are becoming so large in scale because of cloud users.”Facebook’s DeKalb facility will run entirely on renewable energy and use up to 80 percent less water than other data centers. When completed, the facility will be LEED Gold certified. KCC is now underway with its responsibilities of readying the roads and critical infrastructure for the project. The other half of the site—an additional 500 acres north of Gurler Road and abutting I-88, sits ready and waiting for future industrial uses. Trammell Crowe Company is currently building a portion of the ChicagoWest Business Center to suit an undisclosed user. Krusinski said he is eager to partner with Trammell Crow Company in the future to develop the rest of the land. Facebook, which was only two years old at the time, had fewer than 100 million active users when Krusinski began assembling this land. That may seem like a lot, but it pales against the 2.6 billion users on the site today. Cisco’s annual Global Cloud Index—which forecasts data center growth and cloud-based traffic—indicates that nearly two-thirds of the global population will be internet users by 2023, up from just over half in 2018. All of these users, consuming and generating an ever-expanding volume of data, will create untold demand for more cloud storage. It’s clear that hyperscale data centers are a certified asset class all their own.

We are excited to announce today that Facebook is joining the DeKalb community and will be building our newest data center here. The Facebook DeKalb Data Center will be among the most advanced, energy- and water-efficient data center facilities in the world, delivering an estimated 100 operational jobs and hundreds of construction jobs. Due to COVID-19 limitations, we are announcing the groundbreaking with a video featuring Governor JB Pritzker, Mayor Smith, and some notable DeKalb landmarks.This 907,000 square foot facility, the 12th Facebook data center in the U.S., will be supported by 100% renewable energy, will use 80% less water than the average data center, and, once completed, will be LEED Gold certified. As one of the largest data centers in Illinois, the Facebook DeKalb Data Center will accelerate opportunities for the community to attract skilled jobs, while increasing the northwest region’s competitive digital edge.Facebook is partnering with the City of DeKalb, Illinois, the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District, and Krusinski Construction Company to help design, build and provide support for infrastructure in the area. This includes nearly three miles of water lines, one and a half miles of sewer extension and repaving local roads. Hundreds of construction workers will work onsite for several years. We will be hiring for data center jobs including technicians, engineers, construction management, facility managers, logistics professionals, and security personnel.Mortenson Construction was selected as the general contractor for our DeKalb Data Center. The site will employ an estimated 1,200 construction and trades at the project’s peak. More information will be available about jobs and subcontractors on their website. For more information, follow our DeKalb Data Center page on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/DeKalbDataCenter. Thank you to the City of DeKalb, Illinois, the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation - DCEDC, the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity and all of our other partners. Over the coming years, Facebook will continue to work on the foundational technologies needed to bring the world closer together—and the DeKalb Data Center will be an essential part of that.What People Are Saying - • “There are many variables that enter into the decision process for data center locations, and DeKalb provided many compelling reasons for Facebook to bring our newest data center to Illinois,” said Rachel Peterson, Vice President of Data Center Strategy for Facebook. “We’re so thankful to the City of DeKalb, the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation, the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, and all of our community partners for their diligence and enthusiasm throughout this process. We are proud to join the DeKalb community and look forward to a strong relationship for years to come.” • “This new state-of-the-art data center will advance the State of Illinois’s commitment to growing technology and renewable energy throughout our state,” said Acting Director of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Michael Negron. “Under Governor Pritzker’s leadership, more companies continue to make Illinois a destination – based on the talent of our people, access to education and amenities, and our continued investments to modernize shared infrastructure. We thank Facebook for the vote of confidence in DeKalb and the State of Illinois, and for investments today that will create high-paying jobs for our communities tomorrow.”• “Today, we’re proud to celebrate that DeKalb will be Facebook’s newest home,” said Jerry Smith, Mayor of DeKalb. “It’s a boon to our community, and once online, this data center will be part of a network that connects people all over the world. We hope that the ripple effect of Facebook’s decision will be a catalyst for more companies to see all that DeKalb and this region have to offer.”• “We are very excited to welcome Facebook to ChicagoWest Business Center in DeKalb, Illinois after having collaborated closely with Facebook’s project team in this complex process,” said Krusinski Construction Company CEO, Jerry Krusinski. “Krusinski Construction Company is looking forward to building the utility infrastructure and road work improvements necessary to facilitate this project and Facebook’s future growth at ChicagoWest Business Center.”

OAK BROOK, Ill., June 30, 2020 -- Krusinski Construction Company (www.Krusinski.com), a leader in providing comprehensive construction services, welcomes Facebook to its ChicagoWest Business Center in DeKalb, Illinois. Facebook's $800 million data center will be built on 505 acres of the 1,000 acre ChicagoWest Business Center property. This project validates the vision Krusinski Construction Company CEO Jerry Krusinski had when he first began assembling this unique property 14 years ago. "Krusinski Construction Company is proud to have helped make Facebook's investment in DeKalb possible," said Krusinski. "We recognized the potential of this location for mission-critical data centers given its proximity to transmission voltage electrical power, abundant water supply, essential sanitary capacity, multiple broad-band carriers, easy access to interstate transportation, accessible utilities, and ready workforce. We are totally engaged in delivering on the first phase of this development as we provide the utility infrastructure and roadwork improvements necessary to make the project a success.For 14 years Krusinski spearheaded the effort to provide a viable opportunity for companies to locate tech operations in Illinois as opposed to neighboring states. He persisted through the 2008 recession and years of a non-competitive Illinois business environment, building coalitions, developing public/private partnerships and sounding the alarm about the need to make Illinois more attractive for data centers. "This project would never have been possible without the dogged determination of Jerry Krusinski and the support of Krusinski Construction Company," said DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Paul Borek. "Jerry Krusinski is one of the thought leaders on this project. He and Krusinski Construction have been essential partners in taking on the varied challenges necessary to bring this project to fruition. The data center will help boost our industrial tax base and be a plus for the local economy. We look forward to our continued partnership with Krusinski."In addition to Krusinski Construction Company and the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, ComEd, the City of DeKalb elected officials and city manager and numerous other elected representatives, government officials and utilities helped make ChicagoWest Business Center in DeKalb a reality.  "There were days when I thought my vision might never come to pass, and so did many others," said Krusinski. "Against all odds we persevered, and Krusinski Construction is honored to welcome Facebook and share in this victory for DeKalb and the state of Illinois."KEY FACTS ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY PROJECTKrusinski Construction Company has under construction: More than two miles of Class II roadway improvements including a truck-rated roundabout and a four-way signalized intersection Approximately 3 miles of 16-inch water main Approximately 1.5 miles of deep gravity trunk sewer with capacity in excess of 4 million gallons per day ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANYKrusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships with our clients throughout the entire design and construction process. The company delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago area and across the country, working with a wide range of industries.  Always operating with safety as the number one priority, Krusinski Construction Company invests in training and extensive quality control and testing programs. To learn more about Krusinski Construction Company, its capabilities and values, visit www.Krusinski.com.ABOUT CHICAGOWEST BUSINESS CENTERThe ChicagoWest Business Center (www.ChicagoWestBusinessCenter.com) is a 1,000 acre master-planned business park located about 60 miles west of Chicago with direct Interstate and rail access.ABOUT DEKALB COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONDeKalb County Economic Development Corporation (www.DCEDC.org) is a public-private partnership, established in 1987, that facilitates sustainable and diversified economic growth within DeKalb County, Illinois.

Chicago, IL (December 11, 2019) – Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is pleased to announce the recent completion of 86 Food Service’s new location at 1400 W. 43rd Street in Chicago, Illinois. 86 Food Service, a distributor of wholesale food and supplier of fresh produce, meat, poultry and dry goods to restaurants and grocery stores, has occupied 90,000 square feet within an existing 167,000-square-foot speculative warehouse previously built by Krusinski Construction.The build-out for 86 Food Service included the installation of cold storage refrigeration, freezers, and a retail component to better serve its customer base onsite with the convenience of quick check-out lanes and next-day delivery options.Additional features include 7,500 square feet of office space, the addition of 50 new car stalls, 1 drive-in door, and 32’ clear height. The project team consisted of Prologis, formerly DCT, as the developer; Krusinski Construction Company as the general contractor; Cornerstone Architects Ltd. as the architect; and Grivas-Krause Associates, Ltd. as the structural engineer. ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL (September 11, 2019) – Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is pleased to announce its recent groundbreaking ceremony for Yamazen Inc.’s new modern headquarters located at 111 Northwest Point Boulevard, Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Yamazen, an industry leader in the sale and distribution of machine tool equipment and a subsidiary of Yamazen Corporation Japan, will be relocating its current Schaumburg-based operations and staff to its new two-story, 138,000-square-foot headquarters upon substantial completion in summer 2020.Once complete, the facility will feature approximately 50,000 square feet of private and open offices, conference rooms and the remaining area will consist of large spaces for product demonstrations and robotics. The distribution space will include two loading docks, two drive-in doors, 32’ clear height, and 137 car parking spaces. The building will allow for Yamazen’s future expansion of staff as it grows its three main divisions: machinery, tooling and automation, in the coming years. The project team consists of: Krusinski Construction Company as general contractors; Ketone Partners as owner representative; Cornerstone Architects, Ltd. as architect; and V3 Companies, Ltd. as civil engineer. ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

ROLLING MEADOWS, IL (September 6, 2019) – Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) is proud to announce that it has completed construction of School Health’s LEED-Certified distribution, packaging and office facility at 5600 Apollo Drive in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. School Health, the leading national, full-service provider of health supplies, services and solutions, has relocated its staff and resources to its new two-story, 112,500-square-foot building from Hanover Park, Illinois. The project included the demolition of an existing building on-site to make room for the ground-up, precast construction. The facility features a cutting-edge warehouse with a fully integrated WMS pick and pack environment, a power fed system solution conveyor, more than a dozen dock doors, a 32-foot clear-height ceiling, and LED lighting. In addition, the building is comprised of approximately 30,000 square feet of open office for individual and team collaboration. Some of its modern features, include: a two-story town hall for hosting company gatherings; accent railings with glass panels on the stairs overlooking the two-story open office area concept; a library with sound absorption panels and wood veneered walls; two fireplaces with various breakout stations, and an entertainment patio with fire pit, audio and video capabilities. The project team consisted of: Krusinski Construction Company as general contractors; Trammell Crow Company as owner’s representative; Ware Malcomb as architect; and SpaceCo, Inc. as civil engineers. ABOUT SCHOOL HEALTH Founded in 1957, School Health Corporation has been dedicated to helping school-based health professionals in keeping their students healthy. As a national, full-service provider of health supplies and services, School Health’s comprehensive offering includes health supplies, sports medicine equipment, early childhood products, and special needs aids. School Health goes beyond merely supplying products by also providing product support, training, advisory services and exceptional customer care. ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven “best-of-class” regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

OAK BROOK, IL (January 25, 2019) – When it first opened its doors in 1973 in Chicago, Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) was serving the regional Chicagoland area with two members on its staff, including founder, Joe Krusinski. Today, the now Oak Brook, Illinois-based firm is celebrating its forty-fifth anniversary with a staff of seasoned professionals and projects throughout the country—from Connecticut to California. However, the earlier years weren’t necessarily the easiest upon having launched the firm, which had been solely focused on speculative industrial product. The recession during the mid-70s brought spiked interest rates and an oil embargo, causing a short supply-line of construction materials. For Joe Krusinski, that meant having to reassess a plan to diversify into other markets in order to continue operations and growth. KCC expanded to build-to-suit manufacturing, retail and commercial construction—a period that Krusinski said was a very good thing for the business, as it delved into broader markets and formed new client relationships. And while the recessions come with the cyclical nature of the business, Krusinski said the business would not have been successful if it weren’t for its loyal clients and KCC’s solid financial stability. "Thanks to our valued repeat customers, we’ve gone through recessions in the marketplace extremely well," Krusinski said. "And as a company, we've been profitable every year we've been in business, although not without some sacrifices, but it's a true testament of our ability to deal with all the challenges in our marketplace and maintain our financial strength and prompt payment to our trade partners." Krusinski Construction persevered through the early years and quickly expanded its portfolio, which included taking on new ventures with its clients. In 1993, that called for its first out-of-state project in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, where KCC’s project team completed an office/distribution center for MG Scientific. Having worked as the project manager on the job 25 years ago, current Krusinski Construction Vice President, Mike Metz, said working conditions weren’t necessarily pleasant. "The most memorable part of that project was how windy it was," he explained. “They call WISPARK the Bermuda Triangle because the wind comes off Lake Michigan and we were constantly getting 30 to 40 mph gusts of wind but if you drove a half mile in either direction, it was calm."From Lake Michigan winds to the Southern California dry weather, Metz has seen Krusinski Construction expand its work in 13 states across the country in the 27 years that he’s been with the firm. He and the rest of the leadership team put an emphasis on KCC’s core values and strive to continuously enhance its culture, innovations, and experience, while constantly looking for opportunities to expand its team and portfolio. This includes major projects underway in the healthcare, senior living and multifamily residential sectors. With the competitive nature of the industry being one of today’s inevitable challenges, it’s critical to stand out from other construction firms but it’s equally as important to stay true to your values –and it’s how KCC differentiates itself from its competitors. Joe Krusinski tributes the firm’s teamwork, communication and professionalism for its continuous ability to provide a high-level of service that it has promised since 1973, which has earned the trust of numerous longstanding clients that have been working with the company since its early years. It’s KCC’s impeccable reputation in the industry as general contractors and trusted advisors that Krusinski says is one of his biggest successes. "People think of us as general contractors," Krusinski said. "But because of our relationship with our clients, they get us involved with the process early on and trust us to help them make informed business decisions, like an internal construction department." Cultivating these types of relationships with its clients is especially important for KCC, as the company is always looking ahead at ways to better serve its current and future clients. This includes new innovative construction systems and technology, all of which are in the plans for the next 45-plus years to come. Krusinski said the firm has executed a well-planned succession strategy that is all part of its desire to be around for generations to come. "We consider the ownership team and our dedicated construction staff a businessfamily, not a family-business," Krusinski said. "Everyone here is a co-steward of our company, uniquely focused on client satisfaction and responsive service to continue our tradition of long-term business relationships and creating partnerships with those we proudly serve." ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven "best-of-class" regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.

ROLLING MEADOWS, IL (May 9, 2018) – Krusinski Construction Company (KCC) has announced that it has broken ground on a 112,505-square-foot building for School Health Corporation at 5600 Apollo Drive in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. School Health, the leading national, full-service provider of health supplies, services and solutions, will relocate its resources and staff to its new location from its existing space in Hanover Park, Illinois. A groundbreaking ceremony was held Tuesday, May 1, to mark the start of construction on School Health’s new distribution, shop and office facility. School Health owners, Rob and Susan Rogers, Scott Cormack, and executives, Melissa Agema and John Rooney, joined several of its employees in attendance along with the Village of Rolling Meadows and the project team—consultant, Trammell Crow Company; architect, Ware Malcomb; general contractors, Krusinski Construction Company; and civil engineers, SpaceCo, Inc. Following demolition of the existing building and completion of ground-up, precast construction, the new LEED-certified building will be centrally located among various retail restaurants and shopping centers, with very close proximity to Interstate 290 and Interstate 90 situated directly north. The new structure will include a two-story, 24,700-square-foot office space and a stateof-the-art warehouse. Operating with a fully integrated WMS pick and pack environment, the warehouse will feature a power fed system solution conveyor, more than a dozen dock doors, a 32-foot CSH ceiling, LED lighting and modern material handling equipment to service more than 100,000 customer orders per year. Project completion is slated for fall 2018. ABOUT SCHOOL HEALTH Founded in 1957, School Health Corporation has been dedicated to helping school-based health professionals in keeping their students healthy. As a national, full-service provider of health supplies and services, School Health’s comprehensive offering includes health supplies, sports medicine equipment, early childhood products, and special needs aids. School Health goes beyond merely supplying products by also providing product support, training, advisory services and exceptional customer care. ABOUT KRUSINSKI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Founded in 1973, Krusinski Construction Company is a leader in providing comprehensive construction services by creating long-lasting partnerships. KCC delivers solutions to complex building projects in the Chicago metropolitan area with national reach in a wide range of industries. KCC is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a founding member of Citadel Group, an alliance of seven 'bestof-class' regional construction-related companies in 17 cities that have affiliated to serve the needs of national clients. For more information on KCC, visit www.krusinski.com.