Business Details
39 Years
experience
Church & Winery Construction Experts Since 1987
Established in 1987, The Grant Company has built a reputation for delivering precision-driven construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of churches, wineries, and agricultural clients. Our team of 50 professionals combines hands-on expertise with a client-first philosophy, ensuring every project aligns with the client's vision, budget, and timeline. By integrating design-build partnerships and in-house architectural services through Zane Johnson Architecture, we streamline processes to eliminate risk-related costs and provide transparent collaboration. Our safety-first approach, certified subcontractor relationships, and commitment to value engineering ensure quality is maintained while optimizing efficiency.With landmark projects like St. Edward's Catholic Church and Sokol Blosser Winery, we blend innovation with craftsmanship to create enduring structures that reflect each client's legacy. Our leadership team, including President Christiane Kraemer and co-founders Mike and Mary The Grant Company, brings decades of industry experience, fostering a culture of integrity and excellence that has solidified our role as a trusted builder in the Willamette Valley and beyond.
Services
Church Construction
Winery Construction
Design-Build Services
Project Management
Renovations
Architectural Design
Safety Management
Value Engineering
Self-Performed Work
Equipment Management
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We specialize in church and winery construction projects exceeding $20 million
- Our in-house architectural firm enables seamless design-build collaboration
- We offer guaranteed cost certainty through risk-free negotiated pricing models
- Our nationally recognized safety program maintains zero injuries since 2020
- Team includes owners with 35+ years of agricultural construction experience
Services
Church Construction
Specializing in sacred spaces since 1987, our church construction services combine architectural artistry with functional design. We understand the unique requirements of religious institutions, delivering sanctuaries, parish centers, and worship spaces that balance aesthetics with practicality. Our team's award-winning work includes St. Edward's Catholic Church, a testament to our ability to create spiritually inspiring environments $20 million building projects.
Winery Construction
With over 30 years serving Oregon's wine country, we offer comprehensive winery construction solutions from tasting rooms to production facilities. Our specialized knowledge ensures compliance with both aesthetic and operational requirements for vineyard operations. Projects include seismic upgrades and barrel storage facilities for renowned wineries like Sokol Blosser and Bergstrom, blending functionality with the region's rustic elegance.
Design-Build Services
Our design-build approach eliminates traditional construction risks through early collaboration between architects, engineers, and builders. By incorporating Zane Johnson Architecture in-house, we offer seamless transitions from concept to completion. This method guarantees cost certainty and schedule adherence while maintaining quality standards across $1M-$20M projects in commercial, religious, and agricultural sectors.
Project Management
We provide full-cycle project management with certified superintendents overseeing $500K-$20M builds. Services include budget tracking, timeline coordination, and quality control through bi-weekly progress reports. Our team's 35+ years of collective experience ensures optimal resource allocation and risk mitigation while maintaining strict safety compliance across all job sites.
Renovations
Our renovation expertise spans historic church preservation to modern commercial space upgrades. We specialize in ADA compliance upgrades, seismic retrofitting, and system modernizations while maintaining structural integrity. Recent projects include library renovations and medical office suite transformations that balance historical accuracy with contemporary functionality within original budgets.
People
Christiane Kraemer
Owner & President
Christiane Kraemer has led The Grant Company since 2020, bringing 25 years of hands-on construction experience to her role. Starting as a finish carpenter, she advanced through project management and accounting roles before assuming leadership. Her hands-on approach ensures continuity with founding principles while guiding the company into its next generation.
Mike & Mary Grant
Majority Owners
Founders Mike and Mary established The Grant Company in 1987, leveraging Mike's family construction heritage. Their growth from small carpentry projects to multi-million dollar builds created the foundation for the company's success. Though mostly retired, they continue providing strategic guidance for complex estimates and major business decisions.
Jay Augustus
Owner/Project Manager
Jay Augustus combines military discipline with construction expertise as an owner and project manager. His lumber industry background informs precise material cost estimation. With over 15 years of sales experience, he builds strong client relationships while maintaining project timelines and budgets for diverse $1M-$10M commercial and religious builds.
Ron Meissner
Head Superintendent
Ron Meissner leads daily operations as head superintendent, overseeing crews with 28 years of field experience. His safety-first mentality and organizational skills ensure smooth execution across multiple concurrent projects. He maintains positive subcontractor relations while enforcing strict quality standards through daily site inspections and safety audits.
Zane Johnson
Architect
Zane Johnson directs architectural design through ZJA Architecture, providing integrated design solutions. His technical expertise ensures constructability reviews during design phases. By maintaining close collaboration with construction teams, he streamlines complex architectural visions into buildable projects while mentoring junior design staff within the company's office space.
Questions
What types of construction projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in church construction, winery builds, and agricultural projects including storage facilities and farm stores.
Do you offer integrated design and construction services?
Yes, our in-house architectural firm Zane Johnson Architecture provides full design-build capabilities for seamless project execution.
How do you ensure construction projects stay on budget?
We use negotiated pricing models with guaranteed cost certainty through early value engineering and transparent budget tracking.
How long have you been serving the Willamette Valley?
We've built local expertise since 1987, completing over 100 projects across churches, wineries, and commercial spaces.
Do you handle large-scale construction projects?
Yes, our team successfully manages projects up to $20 million including complex church renovations and winery expansions.
