Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Builders & Remodelers in St. Louis Park, MN
Diversified Construction is a veteran-owned commercial construction and remodeling company with over 60 years of experience serving the Twin Cities. We pride ourselves on hiring highly skilled professionals who share our commitment to quality and client satisfaction. Our leadership team, with an average of 14-18 years tenure, brings decades of industry expertise to every project. As a certified Veteran Owned Business, we uphold the core values instilled through military service while supporting veteran-focused organizations.Our collaborative 8-point process ensures seamless project execution from initial planning to post-construction support, with a proven track record of 90% repeat clients. We specialize in retail, office, medical, restaurant, industrial, and warehouse construction projects of all sizes, delivering exceptional results through rigorous quality control and transparent communication.
Services
Retail Construction
Office Construction
Restaurant Construction
Medical Construction
Dental Construction
Industrial Construction
Warehouse Remodeling
Distribution Construction
Manufacturing Contractor
Commercial Remodeling
Details
- Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
- Veteran-owned business with 60+ years of Twin Cities construction expertise
- Collaborative 8-point process ensures seamless project execution
- Experienced team with 14-18 year average leadership tenure
- Proven 90% client retention through quality control and communication
- Specialized in commercial construction across multiple industry sectors
Associations and certifications
- Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
- Minnesota Department of Administration
What people say
Exceptional results
Professional and accommodating
Attention to detail
Unparalleled customer satisfaction
Quality work
Services
Retail Construction
Specialized retail construction services create functional commercial spaces tailored to brand requirements. Our team manages complete build-outs and renovations for new and established retailers. With expertise in tenant improvements and code compliance, we deliver spaces that enhance customer experience while meeting operational needs.
Medical Construction
Precision medical construction services for clinics, hospitals, and specialized healthcare facilities. We ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards while creating environments that prioritize patient comfort and staff efficiency. Our experience includes exam rooms, diagnostic centers, and specialized medical suites.
Commercial Remodeling
Comprehensive commercial remodeling solutions for evolving business needs. From space optimization to modernization projects, our team executes upgrades with minimal disruption to operations. We specialize in transforming existing spaces into efficient, code-compliant environments across multiple industries.
Industrial Construction
Heavy-duty industrial construction services for manufacturing facilities and warehouses. Our expertise includes structural systems, material handling infrastructure, and process-specific facility requirements. We deliver durable, scalable solutions that support operational efficiency and long-term growth.
Restaurant Construction
Full-service restaurant construction with specialized kitchen layouts and dining area design. We handle complex requirements including ventilation systems, food safety compliance, and customer flow optimization. Our team delivers functional, inviting spaces that support successful food service operations.
People
James Rowland
President / CEO
Marine Corps veteran with 40+ years in construction leadership. Started as laborer in 1977, advanced to CEO. Focuses on strategic growth while maintaining hands-on project oversight. Committed to exceeding client expectations through industry-leading standards.
Kristi Busse
Director, Business Development
15+ years construction industry experience. Specializes in client relations and project team assembly. Drives business growth through personalized client support while maintaining operational excellence. Key contact for early-stage project planning and strategy.
Thomas Jerstad
Lead Project Manager
15+ years construction management experience across national markets. Oversees project success through team leadership and quality control. Specializes in mentoring project managers while maintaining direct client engagement throughout construction processes.
Martin Aschenbrener
Controller
25+ years financial leadership experience. Manages accounting operations and risk mitigation. Ensures financial integrity through robust control frameworks. Drives process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and stakeholder confidence.
Questions
What commercial construction services do you offer?
We provide full-service commercial construction including retail, office, medical, restaurant, industrial, and warehouse projects with specialized expertise in each sector.
Are you a veteran-owned business?
Yes, we're certified through Minnesota's Veteran Affairs and Administration departments, maintaining military values in all operations.
How do you handle project communication?
We assign dedicated Project Managers for continuous communication using client-preferred methods throughout all project phases.
What makes your construction process unique?
Our 8-point process ensures collaboration from planning through post-construction, with rigorous subcontractor vetting and quality control measures.
Do you work on small projects?
Yes, we handle projects of all sizes with the same commitment to quality, including service work and maintenance requests.
How can I request a project consultation?
Contact us through our website form or call 952-929-7233 to discuss your construction needs with our team.
Reviews (7)
Helmer Marfiz
Feb 20, 2022
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Brought my kids to there appointments in a building they were working in only to walk into the office building as they started demo on the floor in the lobby. No signs posted and dust and debris engulfed the entire lobby. It was ear piercing loud not to mention the amount of silica dust everywhere. Silica is very dangerous to the lungs and no filter in site. No polly in the area to enclose it and keep it contained.
To those who read this it's just an experience I had and shouldn't represent the whole company. There work looked good and professional but not happy about my experience. I'm only giving 5 stars as not to affect the business in a whole. Just hoping this goes to those who can rectify the situation so it doesn't happen again.
To those who read this it's just an experience I had and shouldn't represent the whole company. There work looked good and professional but not happy about my experience. I'm only giving 5 stars as not to affect the business in a whole. Just hoping this goes to those who can rectify the situation so it doesn't happen again.
Barb Meeker
Feb 19, 2022
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We bought a nearly 100-year-old property. It needed extensive renovations and city building requirements shifted constantly. Diversified Construction and specifically Jesse Keeney, always had our back. Jesse shared his construction know-how and made complex problems manageable. He worked seamlessly with our architects and brought in subs and other professionals on a crazy timeline. As a team, Diversified Construction worked through one obstacle after another and got our doors open on time. They're more than our contractor, they're an invaluable partner for our business. Here's to the next project.
Ashley Swanson
Feb 28, 2021
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The team at Diversified Construction made our project a breeze. They were responsive, efficient, professional and communicated details to me each step of the way. We will definitely be using Diversified for future projects! Services: Paint indoors, Remodeling, Install flooring
Daniel Barrett
Apr 07, 2020
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I am a customer. Nothing goes perfectly in construction. But, these guys owned it and corrected what they could. Painting subcontractors were an issue, but diversified did what they could to keep the job on time. Ultimately it wasn't, but Diversified staff picked up where subs dropped the ball to make it right as well as they could. Had to call 6 months later because a duct wasn't connected and they are sending a guy out to correct. 5 stars for effort. 4.5 stars for completion schedule. I prefer to work with folks who care and put in the effort. That's what they do.
Brian Bolier
Feb 24, 2020
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Diversified is one of the best companies I have ever worked with. Not just as a contractor, but as a company. They are responsive, professional, courteous and do an all around amazing job for their clients. I have worked with them many times and continue to be impressed with their consistency.
Cristian Ayala Sanchez
Apr 13, 2019
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I'm not a customer but a Sub-Contractor company. I have a small drywall company and last summer I was contacted by Colette the Project Manager Assistant offering tons of work for my company but we couldn't comply with the insurance requirements they required back then, 2 million GL plus aggregate 2 million more, Work Comp 1 million, auto commercial 1 million and lots of endorsements more. This summer I called her, and asked that if they could assured us we would obtain work from them we can go ahead and buy the extra coverage they were asking.
She send me all the documents and send it to my agent too. I comply with all the requirements and my agent send over the certificates, spend more then 4 thousand dollars but once they received everything I never hear back from her or anyone from the company. I email so many times, no reply, I called, no calls back. Now my concern is what do they do with my information? I hope that this review helps any other contractor out there that is looking for work to be aware and do not send anything to this unethical company unless they have a job site schedule.
She send me all the documents and send it to my agent too. I comply with all the requirements and my agent send over the certificates, spend more then 4 thousand dollars but once they received everything I never hear back from her or anyone from the company. I email so many times, no reply, I called, no calls back. Now my concern is what do they do with my information? I hope that this review helps any other contractor out there that is looking for work to be aware and do not send anything to this unethical company unless they have a job site schedule.
Joshua Listul
Feb 05, 2019
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Diversified is a great organization to work with. The staff is very well on hand with each individual project as it takes great detail. As a sub-contractor they have been one of the best general contractors to work with and look forward to many years to come.