Our People

Chad Stewart- President

Chad began his career in construction at a young age. He started from the ground up, following in his father’s steps. His first role started at the age of 15, working summers and school vacations in the family owned Lumber Yard business which supplied Structural Buildings and other companies with building packages. His primary job was packing materials and loading trucks that would direct ship materials to the job sites. When he was old enough to drive he began delivering materials to job sites and performing site visits. When he was 18 he started working on a crew and building commercial and residential buildings for Structural Buildings throughout the State of Minnesota.

At the age of 22, Chad was promoted to Project Manager. He performed project coordination, scheduling sub-contractors, and on-site visits where he performed site supervision on all trades involved in each particular project. From excavation, to septic, wells, concrete, framing, electrical, plumbing and heating, interior finishing, landscaping, as well as any additional final touches that were a part of the turn-key, build-to-suit projects. He worked in this capacity for four years and then was promoted to Production Manager. As Production Manager Chad was responsible for maintaining a level of quality that stands out above the competition. As well as coordinating and scheduling all aspects of production with the salesmen, customers, drafting department, and deliveries while working hands on managing as many as twelve construction crews and twelve unique projects simultaneously.

In 2009 Chad became the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Structural Building’s as well as the Founder and Co-Owner of Structural Tower Services, Inc. Chad has acquired well over 25 years’ practical experience, and hands-on training while working for Structural Buildings, a successful, respected, and growing company within the construction industry. Throughout those years Chad has come to understand what it takes to make a company grow such as experience, drive-to-succeed, persistence, loyalty, integrity and an honest commitment to meet and exceed the expectations of the customer. In 2015 Chad purchased Structural Buildings, becoming the majority owner of the company and strives to carry on his father’s legacy. When he’s out of the office Chad’s time is spent with his daughter, family, and friends. He also enjoys spending time in the outdoors, hunting, traveling, auto racing, snowmobiling, 4 wheeling and other sports.

Al Stewart- CEO

As founder and business partner with Structural Buildings Al feels that, “starting the company seemed like the natural thing to do! I still love to work with customers and help make their dreams a reality!” In his personal time Al enjoys his spending time with his family, friends and taking trips on his motorcycle in the summer and to Florida during the winter months.

Doug Heacherl- Minnesota Sales

Doug graduated from Mankato Technical College with a degree in Sales & Management. He paid his way through college with his first sales job. After college he worked selling grain equipment and buildings

His next job was route sales, after that he started his own tool route selling Cornwell tools. In 1996, Doug was offered a job at Structural Buildings when he stopped out to purchase a building. Doug has said “Structural Buildings is my home and I will never look back. I have watched Structural Buildings continue to grow and diversify, and am very proud to be a part of its success”.

Doug and his wife Julie live in Becker, MN and they have three children. His favorite hobbies include fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling.

Troy Engen- Frederic Branch Manager & Wisconsin Sales

Troy started working at Structural Buildings in 2013. Having over 30 years in construction, he has said that he” can’t imagine doing anything other than constructing buildings!!!”

He enjoys offering his ideas and goals with Structural Buildings to help the company solidify its reputation for service above and beyond industry standards, with quality products and ability to perform. Troy’s hobbies include hunting, fishing, and trapping and being apart of the Frederic, Wisconsin Community where he resides with his family.

Greg Nelson-  General Manager

Greg grew up in the Anoka county area and still lives there today with his Wife Sarah and their two daughters Allie & Hannah.  He started his career in sales 30+ years ago and has 20+ years’ experience as a General Manager.

Greg stated that he ” joined Structural Buildings because they have proven themselves as a stable sustainable company through strong & weak economic times. They have a rich tradition in building quality construction and thousands of satisfied customers.  My goal is to help continue growth, diversification and expansion into new markets for Structural Buildings”.

In his free time, he enjoys time with his family, trying new restaurants, Hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, motorcycling and boating.

Terry Skoczen- Controller

Originally from North Branch, MN Terry and his wife Audrey now live in Rice,MN. Terry started his career with Structural Buildings over 20 years ago! He has seen the company grow and diversify over these years and knows the business inside and out. In his spare time, they enjoy spending time with their two sons, being involved with their church, the local Eagle Scout program, gardening, and collecting of antique farm equipment.

Phil Rondeau- Minnesota Sales 

Originally from the Lake Nokomis area of South Minneapolis, Philip resided in Big Lake, MN for the past 22 years until his recent move to Pine River, MN.
Hired as the Branch Manager for the Brainerd Lakes area, Philip brings nearly 30 years of experience in commercial construction and real estate development to the team at Structural Buildings, Inc.
An avid outdoorsman, Philip spends most of his free time hunting, fishing and ATV riding with his 3 daughters who share his passion for the outdoors.

Steve Spencer- Minnesota Sales

Steve grew up in the small town of Clearwater, where the majority of his family still resides. In 1961, his grandfather started Spencer Drywall, a passion that he later passed down to Steve’s father. Growing up around drywall, as well as his father’s ability to be a “handyman” gave him the hands on experience in all around construction.

In addition, Steve was fortunate enough to work for Circle G Farms of Clear Lake for most of his adult life. From this, he not only gained a true love for farming but also many other useful skills that he’s grateful to have. In 2016, he started doing some sub-contracting for Structural Buildings also, which led to where he is today.

In 2008, Steve bought his first home in Becker, MN. It was a “fixer-upper” that needed a lot of work. Without hesitation, he got right to work using the skills he had learned over the years. After that, he purchased 5 acres in Clear Lake so he could build his next home in the country. Looking for an affordable way to build, he decided to build a Post Frame Home. Steve contacted Al with his drawings, and he sold him a materials package. With the help of his dad and some great friends, they spent the summer building his new post frame home in Clear Lake, Mn.

In 2011, he met his fiance Jaclyn. Together they have a 17-year-old daughter,  a 5-year-old son and a one year old daughter which keeps them very busy! When they have free time, they enjoy camping, ice fishing, playing golf, and volleyball.

Ryan Mikkelson – Minnesota Sales

Ryan joined Structural Buildings in 2019 with over ten years of experience in the construction industry, including post-frame construction.  He grew up in central Minnesota, New London-Spicer area and currently resides with his family in Cambridge, Minnesota.  Ryan graduated with a degree in Business Administration and Finance from the University of Wisconsin, River Falls.

Ryan has extensive experience and knowledge regarding building design and options to create a structure that best fits his customers’ needs.  Whether your requirements are residential, farm, equestrian, commercial or community buildings, Ryan’s problem-solving experience proves to be an asset to his customers. From the planning stages through the completion of building your project, Ryan and the team at Structural Buildings strive to ensure a successful building experience.

When Ryan is not hard at work, he enjoys spending time at the camper, fishing for trout, skiing, and traveling out west.

Dan Brehm- Minnesota Sales

• Year started at Structural Buildings: 2011
• Favorite Part of my job:  Observing customer’s actions, when their dreams become reality.
• Three words to describe me: Caring, Common Sense Actions, Teamwork
• If I had could have a superpower, it would be: The power to read Al’s mind
• I can’t live without: Family
• Other than work, I enjoy: The Walleye Night Bite on Leech Lake. Rifle/Muzzleloader Deer Hunts.

Scott Nelson- Wisconsin Sales & Estimating

• Year started at Structural Buildings: 2014
• Favorite part of my job: Meeting new people
• Three words to describe me: Helpful, Reliable, Honest
• Fun fact: I have lived in the same area my entire life. I live two blocks away from where I was raised
• If I could have a superpower, it would be: The ability to fly
• I can’t live without: my family
• Other than work, I enjoy: Hunting, Fishing, Sports and Beer – they go together!

Kevin Warzecha- Purchasing & Production

Kevin entered the post frame construction industry in the late 70’s, working for a large company. That is where he was first introduced to Al Stewart,as they worked together on many projects throughout Minnesota and Iowa.  He then moved on to help a regional company start a new post frame construction division.  Kevin and ​Al’s path’s crossed again, and he was offered a position with Structural Buildings where he says “I am proud to say I have been for over 20 years”!!!

Kevin and his wife Joan have two grown children, each with children of their own. They enjoy collecting a multitude of items from tokens to old farm related items. He also enjoys  old lithographs and does a little farming at our home in Royalton, MN.

Brandon Wiley – Minnesota Sales

Brandon grew up in the northwest suburbs of Minneapolis and began his sales career with a part time job while attending the University of Minnesota.

He went on to become a GM of a major health club chain where he was in charge of driving sales through managing the sales team and personal trainers along with day to day operations.

Over the last 16 years Brandon has been dedicated to building a Real Estate business and helped many families navigate successfully through the home buying and selling process. He has worked in both resale and new construction and has become well versed in the building process from start to finish. His attention to detail, great follow up, organization skills, and genuine desire to truly help his clients has been the key to his success and allowed him to create many lasting relationships and some life long friends from those he has helped along the way.

Outside of work Brandon resides in Big Lake, MN and is focused on family with his Fiancé, 4 children, and two dogs. They enjoy hunting and fishing, and going on family vacations.

Jeff Dunn – Minnesota Sales

• Year started at Structural Buildings: 2019
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Cassie Swedberg – Wisconsin Administration

Matt Lindberg– Wisconsin Field Superintendent

Matt Lindberg grew up in Minneapolis and joined the military after high school serving in the Army Reserves for 3.5 years and Navy active duty for 5 years doing construction as a Seabee. He started framing houses in 1999 and started his own carpentry construction business in 2008. Matt has has been working as a Sub-Contractor since 2011.

When not working, Matt resides in Milltown, Wisconsin. He is a busy father to 4 children; ages 20, 10, 4, and 2. Matt enjoys sports, fishing, camping, hiking and kayaking and spending time with family and friends.

Gary Kalla- Drafting

Gary began his drafting career in 1994. He later started working with Structural Buildings 1999 as draftsman/designer. Gary has said that “I appreciate having a role in making a customer’s projects coming to life on the computer (CAD) then seeing the finished buildings with happy customers”!!!

Gary lives in Sauk Rapids, Mn and enjoy golfing and softball in his free time.

Ralph Brown- Project Manager

Ralph grew up in a west-central Minnesota farm community. He has worked as a project manager in the construction industry for 30+ years, working with commercial projects that utilized a variety of construction types including: pre-engineered steel buildings, conventional structural steel, precast concrete and wood frame. The majority of the projects utilized a design/build construction process. Types of construction projects that Ralph has managed include: manufacturing, offices, grocery stores, warehouses, cold storage, senior assisted living and the remodel of existing facilities.
In his free time, he enjoys time with his family, grandchildren, fishing, hunting, camping and outdoor activities.