Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Solutions in Mt. Angel, OR
Since 1987, The Grant Company has established itself as a premier construction firm dedicated to delivering precision, innovation, and unwavering commitment in every project. With a team of approximately 50 skilled professionals, we specialize in church and winery construction while offering versatile solutions for farm stores and storage facilities tailored to winery needs. Our design-build approach fosters collaboration with clients and architects, including our in-house partner Zane Johnson Architecture, to ensure cost efficiency and constructability from project inception. Over 85% of our work is negotiated, eliminating bid-related risks and maximizing client value. Our safety-first culture, maintained through rigorous training and weekly safety meetings, ensures a secure environment for employees and subcontractors.With a legacy of award-winning projects like St. Edward's Catholic Church, we combine decades of experience with modern methodologies to transform visions into enduring structures. Our team's expertise spans project management, carpentry, and maintenance, supported by strong relationships with trusted suppliers and subcontractors. We prioritize transparency, client partnership, and quality control, self-performing key tasks to maintain standards. As a fully bonded and insured Oregon-licensed contractor (CCB #104695), we serve the Willamette Valley with a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and community impact.
Services
Church Construction
Winery Projects
Design-Build Services
Commercial Renovations
Storage Facilities
Project Management
Carpentry
Maintenance
Safety Consulting
Architectural Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of specialized experience in church and winery construction
- Integrated design-build approach with in-house architectural expertise
- 85% of projects negotiated to eliminate bid-related cost risks
- Comprehensive safety program with regular training and compliance
- Self-performed work ensures quality control and cost efficiency
Associations and certifications
- Oregon CCB #104695
Services
Church Construction
Specialized construction of sacred spaces combining architectural beauty with functional design. Our team delivers custom church buildings, renovations, and expansions that honor spiritual significance while meeting modern needs. With award-winning projects like St. Edward's Catholic Church, we ensure every detail reflects both craftsmanship and reverence.
Winery Projects
Comprehensive construction solutions for wineries including tasting rooms, barrel storage, production facilities, and hospitality spaces. We understand the unique requirements of wine country architecture and create spaces that enhance visitor experiences while supporting operational efficiency through practical, climate-controlled designs.
Design-Build Services
Streamlined construction process combining design and building under one contract. By collaborating with Zane Johnson Architecture and clients from project inception, we ensure cost transparency, constructability assessments, and value engineering to deliver optimized solutions within budget and schedule constraints.
Commercial Renovations
Expert renovation services for commercial properties including medical centers, libraries, and retail spaces. Our approach balances modernization with structural integrity, offering adaptive reuse solutions that extend building lifespans while meeting contemporary functionality and code requirements.
Storage Facilities
Custom storage solutions tailored to agricultural and winery needs. We design and construct durable, climate-controlled storage buildings with efficient layouts for equipment, inventory, and wine aging, incorporating security features and space optimization techniques.
People
Christiane Kraemer
Owner & President
With 35+ years in construction, Christiane transitioned from carpentry roles to leadership, now guiding the company's future while maintaining operational oversight across project management, accounting, and client relations.
Mike & Mary Grant
Majority Owners
Founders with deep industry roots, Mike transitioned from hands-on carpentry to strategic oversight while Mary continues active management, leveraging decades of experience to shape company direction.
Jay Augustus
Project Manager
Veteran project manager with construction and sales expertise, Jay combines military discipline with lumber industry knowledge to deliver client-focused solutions through effective communication and cost management.
Ron Meissner
Head Superintendent
25+ year veteran with expertise in managing complex projects up to $20M, Ron ensures quality control and safety compliance while maintaining positive client relationships through organized, professional execution.
Zane Johnson
Architect
Licensed architect leading ZJA Architecture, Zane provides design expertise and constructability insights, offering clients integrated solutions through collaborative partnerships with construction teams.
Questions
What construction services do you specialize in?
We specialize in church construction, winery projects, commercial renovations, and storage facilities, with additional expertise in design-build partnerships and project management.
How does your design-build approach benefit clients?
Our integrated process eliminates bid risks, reduces costs by 15-20%, and ensures collaborative decision-making through direct coordination between architects, contractors, and clients.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we hold Oregon CCB license #104695 and maintain full bonding and insurance through Anchor Insurance in Portland.
What safety measures do you implement?
We enforce weekly safety meetings, OSHA-compliant training, random drug testing, and regular safety committee reviews to maintain our injury-free record and regulatory compliance.
Do you work outside the Willamette Valley?
While we primarily serve the Willamette Valley, our expertise extends to projects throughout Oregon, including Portland metro areas and coastal regions.
How do you handle project timelines and budgets?
We use detailed preliminary estimates, value engineering, and in-house cost tracking to ensure projects stay within agreed timelines and budgets while maintaining quality standards.
