ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Guarantee Electrical, a 122-year-old industry leader in electrical contracting and a 100 percent employee-owned organization, announces a series of strategic promotions designed to empower the next generation of leadership.
President and Chief Construction Officer – David Gralike
Gralike, who began his career as an IBEW apprentice electrician in 1983, continues as the company president and chief construction officer.
“David is always there for the team. His contracting savvy is only surpassed by his love for the team he’s built at Guarantee,” said CEO Rich Ledbetter. “Dave is the first chief construction officer at Guarantee, and it’s so obvious. All of us lean on his experience and commitment to our workforce, their safety, innovation and quality.”
Executive Vice President Central Region – Jason Wiegand
Wiegand assumes operational responsibility for the core business region at Guarantee. The Central Region includes Missouri and Illinois and has been Guarantee’s anchor for its entire history. Ledbetter shared, “Jason has spent the last 25 years earning the reputation as the very best pre-construction leader in our industry. He’s also built an incredible team in pre-construction, engineering and procurement. He’s ready to take Central operations to the next level.”
Senior Vice President Pre-Construction – Grant Kane
Elevated to leader of Guarantee’s pre-construction team is Kane, a 16-year veteran of Guarantee. Kane will own responsibility for all pre-construction activities from estimating to design, engineering and constructability. Gralike said, “Grant is a special person in every way. He’s grown up in this business and brings a uniquely positive approach to his work. His leadership has an unmistakably collaborative style.”
Central Region Vice Presidents – Tom O’Hara & Jacob Wieneke
Guarantee’s Central Region leadership sees O’Hara and Wieneke promoted to Vice President of Operations. Wiegand’s role will oversee Guarantee’s growing business units. “I couldn’t ask for two better partners,” he said. “Tom, Jake, and I have been together for 15 years. These two deserve this opportunity and are going to lead their teams to new levels of success.”
Investing in People for a Sustainable Future
“These promotions are a testament to Guarantee’s commitment to building a strong, sustainable, and people-centric organization,” said Ledbetter. “Our employee-owned model allows us to cultivate leadership from within and provide rewarding growth opportunities. I can’t wait to see what this team builds together.”
By Kerry Smith - Construction News & Review | July 15, 2024