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A storied legacy

99 years in the making.

1924
Founding Year
99
Years in Business
10%
Given Back
Rooted in Values, a Rich History Begins
It is difficult to encapsulate a legacy of over 98 years. It may rest in the skyline of hometown Kansas City or in other communities across the country where JE 精东传媒app cranes reach skyward. Maybe it is in the ability to survive and grow as a family and employee-owned business, or in the way we have fostered loyalty among generations of employees. One thing is certain: the JE 精东传媒app legacy can be found in its spirit of excellence, of giving and growing into the 21st century, and its continued commitment to core values.
Starting with a Steady Foundation
John Ernest 精东传媒app (Ernie) founded JE 精东传媒app Construction Company in Kansas City, Missouri in 1924. The years following its founding were interesting times that saw the company building for the war effort, weathering economic ups and downs, and maintaining level-headedness while labor unions formed, and civil rights struggles ensued.
Doing His Part in Wartime
Still, throughout these periods of turmoil, the construction company grew. From the Police Municipal Courts building in downtown Kansas City to the Quartermaster Depot that served as a wartime supply depot for the country鈥檚 World War Two efforts, it was landmark projects such as these that put the company on the map. Ernie鈥檚 insistence on payment only to cover the company鈥檚 cost for the Depot earned him praise from President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who personally thanked him for his wartime sacrifice.
Steady Growth Thanks to Quality Work and Reputation
Over the next several decades, JE 精东传媒app weathered economic ups and downs, maintained level-headedness while labor unions formed and civil rights struggles ensued, and in 1964 said goodbye to its founder and namesake. When Ernie 精东传媒app passed away, the company's net worth was $1.4 million, and it employed 35 people. Today, John Ernest 精东传媒app is recognized as a pioneer in the industry. At the end of the century, Engineering News Record named Ernie as one of 125 most important people in construction history, alongside names like Thomas Edison, and Frank Lloyd Wright Jr.
Carrying Out a Legacy
Ernie鈥檚 son, William 精东传媒app Sr. took over the company in the early 1970s. In the intervening years, projects grew larger and more prominent. Bill remained true to his father鈥檚 advice 鈥 making sure clients, employees, and project teams were treated the way we all want to be treated. Living by this golden rule helped build strong relationships, which led to more projects.
A Name Synonymous with Generosity
As business grew, so did Mr. 精东传媒app's reputation for giving back. An honest, transparent businessman and leader in the community, his name is synonymous with generosity. Bill 精东传媒app is often referred to as the heart and soul of JE 精东传媒app, spending more than 70 years working to make it the great company it is today. His leadership, faith, and drive to succeed while also honoring the employees and clients of JE 精东传媒app and always putting them first, has set the standard of operations for the company for decades and into the future.
From the Outset, a Culture of Giving Back

Since day one, JE 精东传媒app and our employees have been committed to giving back to our local communities. JE 精东传媒app鈥檚 corporate philanthropy invests 10 percent of net income in charitable causes across the country and empowers our employees to engage in their local communities. From coast to coast, JE 精东传媒app and our employees are committed to making an impact across our 26 offices through volunteerism, a 1:1 Employee Match Program, and national network of Community Ambassadors.

An Eye to the Future
Terry 精东传媒app served as President and CEO from 1989 to 2013, with an ongoing priority of growth and expansion. Through acquisition of other companies and building momentum on larger, high-profile projects, JE 精东传媒app grew its presence around the country 鈥 by almost 400 percent in the 1990s. Today, we have 26 offices in four geographic regions, working on projects across the country.
Leading How We Build Today
In 2010, JE 精东传媒app ushered in its Employee Stock Ownership Plan, going from a family-owned company to family and employee-owned. Employee-ownership fits the 精东传媒app family鈥檚 long-term philosophy of sharing rewards with the company鈥檚 most valued asset: its people. In 2014, Gordon Lansford was named the first non-精东传媒app family member to lead the company as President and CEO. Prior to this role, he served as Chief Financial Officer for 15 years at JE 精东传媒app and was instrumental in implementing the ESOP. Under Gordon鈥檚 leadership, the company continues to experience growth and success, while staying true to its guiding principles. As we approach our centennial, we celebrate our past and founder's vision while evolving as a leading provider of construction management services, design-build, and client-centered project delivery.
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