On Friday, February 14th, Owner’s Day, we launched the 1st ever Guarantee Awards.

These awards included Partner of the Year, Business Unit of the Year, and “The Oertli” Project of the Year.

We will now introduce to you the 2025 Guarantee Award recipients.

Starting with our Partners of the Year. These Partners exemplify what it means to work together toward a shared vision, ensuring that every job is completed with excellence. Above all else, these Partners live Our Guarantees. 

Eric “Shaggy” Couture.

Here’s what Jeremy Wilson (Executive Vice President – Western Region), had to say about Eric Couture:

If you’ve had the chance to get to know Shaggy – then you know his work ethic is unparalleled. PMs feel better knowing “Shaggy is all over it,” and his crews know they are in excellent hands. 

Ellie Capek.

Here’s what Jeremy Wilson (Executive Vice President – Western Region), had to say about Ellie Capek:

Ellie’s title may be Treasurer, but she is far more than that. She’s The Glue that has been critical in bringing together the COS and DEN offices.

Seth Mouser.

Here’s what Dave Gralike, President and Chief Construction Officer, had to say about Seth Mouser:

“As a General Foreman, Seth Mouser is known for his strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and the unwavering respect of his crews. 

Aaron Barker.

Here’s what Dave Gralike, President and Chief Construction Officer, had to say about Aaron Barker:

As a Project Manager, Aaron Barker has demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, and the ability to bring people together. 

Business Unit of the Year.

The criteria for this award comprised all aspects of the Guarantee Way: Well-being in Safety Performance, Prosperity in Financial Performance, Operational Excellence, living our Core Values, ensuring Client Fulfillment, development of Team GECO. Did they Own It?

Congratulations to the Central Industrial Team as the inaugural Business Unit of the Year.

Team members:

• Tom O’Hara

• John Hritzkowin​

• Kenny Allgeyer ​

• Aaron Barker​

• Jim Currant​

• Chris Demoor​

• Jamie Fuimaono​

• Corey Meyer

“The Oertli” Project of the Year.

This award is named after the family on whose great shoulders we stand upon as employee-owners. The Oertli’s led our organization through 3 generations and for over 80 years. It’s their legacy of leadership and performance that establishes the rock-solid foundation for which we build today.

The criteria for this award: Challenges overcome, Financial performance, Safe project delivery, and Impact on our communities.

The nominees were Western: Project Mustang, Central: Project Groot, National: USPS Indianapolis Distribution Center, and Energy Solutions: Ameren East St. Louis Solar Array

Our 2024 “The Oertli” award winner is The USPS Indianapolis Distribution Center performed by the National team.

Project Team: Nick Domenech, Dave Fowler, Dillon Wischmeyer, Randy Bowers, Lou Cunningham, Grant Kane, Chris Greeling, and Jon Butterbrodt.