Jeanie Braun - Majority Owner: Jeanie brings over 25 years of experience managing Braun Construction and building a leading Civil Site work company. Growing up on a Grass seed farm and being married to a Heavy Highway Civil guy for 36 years prepared her to lead Braun Construction. Her talent in managing public works projects, with effective communication, follow-up, and organization, is instrumental in making complex projects run smoothly.

Jeff Braun - Owner: Jeff brings more than 32 years of experience in Construction site work and project management to Braun Construction. His intricate knowledge of all phases of the construction process and his lifetime love of building give the company a competitive edge.  Jeff has a diverse background in all phases of civil construction. He has gained a wealth of experience estimating and project managing multi-million dollar civil site work projects, specializing in large heavy highway and underground utility projects. Jeff completed his Civil Engineering Management degree in 1987 from Oregon State University. Jeff's knowledge in the construction industry and his ability to operate in an adaptive manner gives Braun Construction a competitive advantage and is fundamental to its success.

Andrew Braun, P.E. - Project Engineer:  Braun Construction; Wilsonville, Oregon.

Role: Project Manager. Leads field operations for major civil projects, including underground utility installation, environmental
restoration, site development, roadway development, and concrete work.

Andrew started in the field with Braun Construction in 2007, working on environmental restoration projects. His five years working for the US Army Corps of Engineers as a Project Engineer have helped him develop expertise in government contracting, hydropower, and environmental restoration across the Columbia and Willamette River systems.   Andrew is a key point of contact for Estimating and Project Management with Braun Construction. His planning, and oversight ensure projects are completed efficiently and within budget. The goal is always to present customers with quality work, on time, and within budget. Our key success centers around finding efficient solutions to changes in construction.

JESSE LARSON, PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT

Leads field operations for major civil projects, including underground utility installation, environmental restoration, roadway development, site development & concrete work.

With 18 years of hands-on construction experience, Jesse Larson is a seasoned Project Superintendent with
expertise in civil infrastructure, utility systems, and site development. His career spans roles as an
equipment operator, foreman, and superintendent—giving him a comprehensive understanding of field operations
and team leadership. Jesse’s background includes extensive railroad infrastructure work and key safety
certifications such as HAZWOPER and OSHA 30, reinforcing his commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Over the past decade, Jesse has led crews on high-profile projects totaling more than $30 million, consistently
delivering results that meet or exceed safety and quality benchmarks. His leadership has been instrumental in
achieving outstanding safety performance across diverse job sites. Jesse excels at planning and executing complex work with precision, maintaining productive and secure environments, and motivating teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Beth Swanson - Business Development Manager & Equity: Beth coordinates marketing and new business with an emphasis on federal, state, and local contracts.  She is a professional in creating strategic partnerships with larger construction companies. With a Bachelor of Business Administration/Marketing from the University of Texas, and over 30 years of experience in college recruiting, sales, and marketing, she assists Braun Construction in building strong relationships with engineering firms and government and industry partners. Beth is also responsible for fostering inclusion and equity at Braun Construction. Beth's outgoing personality and experience with recruiting students for Willamette University and Grand Canyon University helps her talk to people of all different backgrounds. Braun Construction's philosophy is if you have a good work ethic, no matter your gender or race, or background, you will succeed. Finding creative avenues to find the best in our field is enhanced with Beth's skill and insight.  She works with local municipalities, state, and federal connections to build relationships and solicit work opportunities.

Uchechi Loud - Office Manager:

Uchechi brings 10 years of experience as an Office Manager in the construction industry to Braun Construction. His hard work and commitment to our organization ensure everything runs more smoothly. Uchechi's attention to detail and efficient communication skills have made him a vital part of Braun Construction. He has precision with Certified Payroll and excels in Accounting.  Subcontractor Management, equity & COBID outreach experience, workers' compensation management, safety management, and cybersecurity training are just some of the many roles he contributes to at Braun. With the quick pace of construction, his quick response time, excellent customer service skills, and experience multitasking make him perfect for his position.