Omaha Builder

The History of Omaha

Back in 2008, the Omaha office opened with six employees and a single blue truck. Today, JE Dunn is one of the largest contractors in Nebraska, with over 500 employees and a multitude of projects ranging across many different sectors. Our growth can be attributed to one thing—our people. Each year, we add personnel who positively impact both our business and community. We hire great talent and empower them to make us a better company. As a result, we have a team of hungry but humble problem solvers who are proud to do their part to grow Omaha.

Since day one, our office culture has been unique. It’s a blend of family-like comradery with a competitive, entrepreneurial spirit. New to the market, we had to prove ourselves. We had the foundation and support of JE Dunn’s national reputation but wanted to differentiate ourselves in the local market. When we got an opportunity to build a project, we performed with client experience, safety, and quality at the forefront. Because of this, we completed a handful of substantial projects that enabled our brand to grow, attract new team members, and win additional work.

As our office continued expanding, our identity as a true builder did as well. Our self-perform team quickly grew to over 400 skilled men and women, the largest craft pool in Nebraska today. With more people on project sites, we bring value to our clients through budget, schedule, quality, and safety.

Our goal is to build not only buildings but also authentic partnerships. Our relationships with architects, engineers, and trade partners are some of our greatest assets, playing a vital role in our success and growth. Our industry is filled with talented people invested in the growth of our city, and we are grateful to be part of it.

As Omaha’s market continues to thrive and attract new people, talent, and businesses, our team will be there to support it. “We are passionate about our work and take pride in the positive impact we have on our community through our talents. Omaha is home to many innovative organizations that, like us, are dedicated to its growth. We simply provide the spaces to do their work and fulfill their missions,” says Chris Pesek, Sr. Vice President and Office Leader.