Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Construction Solutions
Founded in 1890 by J.H. J H Findorff & Son, our company has built a legacy of excellence in commercial construction. As an employee-owned firm since 2025, we prioritize craftsmanship, innovation, and community impact. Our expertise spans corporate, healthcare, education, and multifamily sectors, delivering tailored solutions for projects of all sizes. With offices in Madison, Milwaukee, and Wausau, we serve clients across the Midwest and nationwide. Our Special Projects Group offers responsive, premium services for smaller-scale jobs, including ADA upgrades and tenant buildouts. We integrate advanced technologies like BIM and prefabrication to enhance efficiency and sustainability.Our preconstruction services ensure accuracy in budgeting and scheduling, supported by over $1B in estimating experience. Community engagement remains central to our mission, reflected in over 100 partnerships and initiatives. We maintain rigorous safety standards and invest in workforce development through apprenticeships and career opportunities. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through awards and long-standing client relationships, ensuring every project reflects our core values of integrity and excellence.
Services
Preconstruction Services
Facility Assessments
Prefabrication
Special Projects
Referendum Services
Self-Perform
Strategic Advising
Sustainability
Communications & Fundraising
Masonry Restoration
Highlights and features
- We are employee-owned since 2025, aligning team dedication with client success
- 135+ years of construction experience with $1B+ in preconstruction estimating
- Special Projects Group handles smaller-scale jobs with award-winning craftsmanship
- Prefabrication and BIM technologies enhance project efficiency and sustainability
- Community-focused approach with 100+ local partnerships and workforce development programs
Services
Preconstruction Services
Our preconstruction services ensure accurate budgeting and scheduling through bid procurement plans, value analysis, and design insights. With $1B+ in estimating experience, we guarantee quality standards while optimizing constructability and performance. Clients benefit from comprehensive scope development and scheduling accuracy, ensuring projects start on time and within budget.
Facility Assessments
We conduct detailed facility assessments evaluating MEP systems, architectural conditions, and energy efficiency. Our team creates capital maintenance plans and identifies renovation priorities while reviewing existing documentation. This service helps clients understand facility needs, budget requirements, and phased implementation strategies for optimal building performance.
Prefabrication
Our dedicated prefab shop uses BIM technology and advanced methods to complete carpentry, masonry, and steel work offsite. This approach reduces project waste, improves efficiency, and accelerates timelines through coordinated offsite fabrication and field crew collaboration, maintaining quality while streamlining construction processes.
Special Projects Group
This team handles smaller-scale projects including ADA upgrades, tenant buildouts, and masonry restoration. Offering design-build capabilities and equipment relocation services, we provide responsive, premium craftsmanship for unique construction needs while maintaining the same quality standards as our large-scale projects.
Communications & Fundraising
We offer branding, message development, and fundraising strategies tailored to client goals. Our services include referendum communications, graphic design, and stakeholder engagement planning to maintain brand consistency and secure project support through comprehensive outreach initiatives.
People
Chad Bathke
Vice President
Chad leads Milwaukee operations with extensive commercial construction experience, focusing on client satisfaction and project excellence.
Tim Butts
Chief Information Officer
Tim oversees technology strategy, implementing digital solutions to enhance construction processes and operational efficiency.
Lindsey Cox Nelson
Director of Marketing
Lindsey manages marketing initiatives, promoting J H Findorff & Son's services and community engagement efforts across Wisconsin.
Jeff Eckstein
Director of Business Development
Jeff drives business growth with a focus on expanding J H Findorff & Son's presence in healthcare construction markets.
Brian Hornung
Chief Operating Officer
Brian oversees daily operations, ensuring alignment with J H Findorff & Son's quality standards and employee-owned business model.
Questions
What is J H Findorff & Son's primary business focus?
We specialize in commercial construction services for healthcare, education, corporate, and multifamily sectors across the U.S.
When was J H Findorff & Son founded?
Our company was established in 1890 by J.H. J H Findorff & Son in Madison, Wisconsin.
What services does J H Findorff & Son offer?
We provide preconstruction, facility assessments, prefabrication, special projects, and communications/fundraising services for commercial construction projects.
Is J H Findorff & Son employee-owned?
Yes, we became employee-owned in 2025 to reward our team's dedication and share company success.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Wisconsin, the Midwest, and across the United States.
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