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The State of Construction Post COVID-19June 17, 2021 Due to the unique circumstances surrounding the market, there is a greater need than ever for savvy, innovative construction managers like Donlar Construction. The US economy might be in the process of bouncing back from COVID-19, but the construction industry is still experiencing adverse effects. The problem is [...]

Donlar Joins The Culture of Care ProgramJune 25, 2021 Donlar Construction is thrilled to have taken another step towards a safer and more inclusive work environment by joining the AGC’s Culture of Care Program. Our President/CEO Jon Kainz took the pledge on behalf of our company, and we are now more committed than ever to [...]

Project Highlight: Henry Sibley Aquatic CenterMay 28, 2021 The Finished Product: The Henry Sibley Aquatics Center is a newly constructed Aquatic Center that houses an 8-lane swimming pool complete with a high dive and movable bulkhead. The brand-new facility serves both the Henry Sibley swim team and community as well as the Concordia swim and [...]

Mental Health Awareness MonthMay 19, 2021 Mental Health Awareness in Construction May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it's time to shine a light on mental health in construction. Construction workers have a higher suicide rate than almost any other industry, and the rate is more than three times that of the general population. Did [...]

Project Highlight: Ponemah Fire HallApril 19, 2021 The Need: Ponemah and the surrounding areas did not have an operational firehall on hand prior to construction, making this project extremely important for the community. The nearest firehall before this construction project was approximately 45 minutes away, making any firefighting in Ponemah a serious challenge. This new [...]

Project Highlight: Red Lake Fire HallApril 2, 2021 The Finished Product: The Red Lake Fire Hall is a 10,000 sq. ft. pre-engineered metal building with 4-vehicle bays that is attached to a wood frame office structure including offices for fire personnel, a fitness center, gear turnout room, decontamination shower room, training room, a kitchen, and [...]

Project Highlight: Toppan Merrill Office and Warehouse AdditionFebruary 26, 2021 The Finished Product: The Toppan Merrill Office & Warehouse Addition was a renovation and expansion of Toppan Merrill’s Sartell location. The project consisted of a new 56,519 Sq. ft. expansion to their warehouse and an 13,500 SF office addition. The addition includes conference rooms, office [...]

Project Highlight: MCTC Student Affairs Renovation Phase 1 and 2February 19, 2021 The Finished Product: The Minneapolis Community and Technical College Student Affairs Renovation is a 43,000 sq. ft. remodel. Located in downtown Minneapolis, this multi-phase project includes offices, presentation spaces, student service counters and help center, accounting and onboarding services, and customer services.   [...]

A Tribute To Donlar’s Co-Founder, Donald A. KainzFebruary 12, 2021 We at Donlar Construction are saddened to announce the recent passing of Donald A. Kainz. Don was a co-founder of Donlar Construction; He is the “Don” in “Donlar”. He is the father of Jon Kainz who is now the Principal in Charge as well as [...]

Recent Posts The State of Construction Post COVID-19 Donlar Joins The Culture of Care Program Project Highlight: Henry Sibley Aquatic Center Mental Health Awareness Month Project Highlight: Ponemah Fire Hall The State of Construction Post COVID-19January 29, 2021 The Finished Product: Lakeside Elementary is a newly constructed elementary in Chisago Lakes that shares the name [...]

2020 Project Highlight: New Hope Outdoor Pool and WaterparkDecember 21, 2020 The Finished Product: The New Hope Pool is an outdoor aquatic center featuring a 50-Meter lap pool, a speed, drop, and flume water slide, a current channel and vortex pool, and a recreational zero-depth splash pool. Located adjacent to the New Hope City Hall, [...]

Donlar Construction Participates as Level One Member of Chase Partnership in 2020December 15, 2020 Donlar Construction places safety above all else. This is why, in 2019, Donlar Construction applied to join the CHASE (Construction Health And Safety Excellence) Program. The program is a partnership between Minnesota OSHA & AGC of MN, and is designed to [...]

National Construction Safety Week National Construction Safety Week provides General Contractors and Construction Managers with a great opportunity to reflect on their practices, search for ways to improve, and to celebrate their accomplishments in maintaining a safe and productive job site. Here at Donlar Construction, safety has always been a top priority and we take [...]

Welcome InternsFebruary 19, 2020 Despite the challenges brought forth by the coronavirus, Donlar Construction has chosen to move forward with our Internship program! Donlar Construction has had an internship program each summer for 4 years now, and every year it has proven a great way to share our industry knowledge while providing hands on learning [...]

February 19, 2020 Metro Transit Police Facility Recognized as a Finance & Commerce Top Project of 2019 Congratulations to Metro Transit, whose new police facility in Minneapolis was recognized as a Finance and Commerce Top Project of 2019. Donlar Construction is honored to have served as general contractor on the construction project, working alongside Snow [...]

The Impact of the Coronavirus and Donlar Construction’s ResponseMay 1, 2020 COVID-19’s impact goes beyond the debilitating effects on the human host; it is also having a tremendous impact on our industry and economy. Its reach has already proven far and wide, to varying degrees depending on the industry. Building and infrastructure construction, being necessary [...]

Safety Stand DownApril 20, 2020 This last week, Donlar Construction participated in the National Safety Stand-down, coordinated by the Associated General Contractors of America. Employees gathered in small groups (while staying a safe distance apart) to discuss the virus, particularly the related health and safety guidelines. This was a great opportunity to educate on the [...]

As we are now in the coldest month of the year here in Minnesota, the need for cold weather safety precautions has never been greater. Pay attention for these warning signs for Frostbite and Hypothermia: Did you know that overexertion injuries are the largest contributor to workers’ compensation costs? People rarely

As we are now in the coldest month of the year here in Minnesota, the need for cold weather safety precautions has never been greater. Pay attention for these warning signs for Frostbite and Hypothermia: Signs of Frostbite: Reddened skin with white patches, along with tingling, aching, or