Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Contractors in Joliet, IL
Established in 1996, Gale Construction Company has built a reputation as a trusted civil prime contractor specializing in heavy highway and municipal projects. Our team brings 29 years of expertise in executing complex contracts for federal, state, and private sector clients, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, GSA, and Fortune 500 companies. With SBA 8(a) and WOSB certifications, we prioritize safety, quality, and community stewardship while delivering infrastructure solutions across diverse sectors. Our capabilities span shoreline stabilization, concrete work, demolition, and design-build projects, supported by a dedicated team of project managers, safety officers, and quality control experts. We maintain a 0.88 EMR rating through rigorous safety protocols, including daily briefings and weekly training sessions tailored to each project's unique challenges.Our work with agencies like the Department of Agriculture and Navy demonstrates our adaptability to federal standards, while our commitment to innovation ensures we meet evolving industry demands. Headquartered in Joliet, Illinois, we serve clients nationwide from our offices in Illinois and Pennsylvania, combining local expertise with national project experience. Our core values of service and safety remain unchanged since our founding, guiding every project from small-scale repairs to large federal initiatives. Recognized by organizations like WBENC and the SBA Emerging 200 Companies Program, we continue to expand our impact while maintaining personalized client relationships.
Services
Heavy Highway Construction
Municipal Infrastructure
Federal Contracting
Design-Build Projects
Shoreline Stabilization
Concrete Work
Demolition Services
Civil Engineering
Project Management
Safety Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 29 years of civil construction experience with federal and private sector clients
- Our team includes certified safety professionals with 0.88 EMR rating
- We maintain SBA 8(a) and WOSB certifications for government contracting
- Our capabilities span complex design-build and shoreline stabilization projects
- We serve clients nationwide from strategically located offices in Illinois and Pennsylvania
Associations and certifications
- SBA 8(a)
- WOSB
- DBE
- HUBZone
- WBENC
Services
Heavy Highway Construction
Specializing in large-scale transportation infrastructure, we deliver road rehabilitation, bridge construction, and highway improvements for state DOTs and federal agencies. Our expertise includes asphalt/concrete paving, drainage systems, and traffic control. Projects like Illinois Department of Transportation road rehabilitation demonstrate our capacity for complex, safety-critical work.
Federal Contracting
As an SBA 8(a) certified contractor, we execute federal contracts for agencies including USACE, GSA, and Department of Agriculture. Our team navigates strict compliance requirements while delivering design-build solutions, facility upgrades, and infrastructure maintenance. Recent work includes Lock and Dam 21 repairs and federal courthouse renovations.
Shoreline Stabilization
We implement engineered solutions to protect waterway infrastructure through revetments, retaining walls, and vegetation systems. Projects like Coralville Lake stabilization combine environmental compliance with structural integrity. Our methods prevent erosion while maintaining ecosystem balance in sensitive areas.
Design-Build Projects
Offering single-source responsibility for complex projects, we coordinate design and construction phases to optimize efficiency. This approach benefits clients through cost control and accelerated timelines, as demonstrated in our work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and GSA.
Concrete Work
Our concrete expertise covers foundations, structural elements, and specialty applications. From pedestrian bridge installations to commercial building components, we maintain strict quality control through in-house testing and certified technicians to ensure structural longevity.
People
Laura Pager
President
Leading Gale Construction Company since 2015, Laura Pager oversees strategic operations and client relations. With SBA Emerging 200 and Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program alumni status, she drives growth while maintaining core values of safety and quality.
Daniel Bajic
Senior Vice President
Managing complex federal contracts, Daniel Bajic brings 15+ years of experience in civil engineering and project execution. He coordinates teams across multi-million dollar infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance with federal standards.
Jonathan Hunter
SSHO / Project Manager
As full-time Safety Officer, Jonathan Hunter maintains our 0.88 EMR rating through rigorous safety protocols. He develops site-specific safety plans and conducts training to ensure compliance with OSHA and client requirements.
Frank Kral
Project Manager
Frank Kral oversees project execution from planning to completion, managing timelines and budgets for municipal and federal clients. His expertise includes coordinating multidisciplinary teams on complex infrastructure upgrades.
Tammy Congelose
Quality Control Manager
Ensuring adherence to specifications, Tammy Congelose implements quality assurance processes across all projects. She conducts material testing and inspection programs to maintain compliance with industry standards.
Questions
What construction services does Gale specialize in?
We specialize in heavy highway projects, federal contracting, shoreline stabilization, design-build solutions, and concrete construction for government and private clients.
Are you certified for government contracts?
Yes, we hold SBA 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, and DBE certifications, enabling participation in federal, state, and local government contracts.
How does Gale ensure project safety?
With a 0.88 EMR rating, we implement daily safety briefings, weekly training, and site-specific safety plans developed by our full-time safety officer.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide with offices in Joliet, IL and Meadville, PA, completing projects from Florida to the Midwest and Northeast regions.
What safety certifications do you maintain?
Our team includes OSHA-certified professionals, and we maintain a comprehensive safety program with weekly training and daily compliance checks.
