Dan joined the Pepper team in Chicago in 2006 as a project manager and relocated to Indianapolis in 2014. He embodies our values-based culture and enduring commitment to operational excellence.
Throughout his years of construction experience, Dan has led projects spanning virtually every market that Pepper serves. He played a significant role in establishing and expanding Pepper’s science and technology portfolio as well as the industrial and manufacturing markets in Indiana, and his expertise also extends to commercial, higher education, hospitality, residential and retail work.
As President, Dan provides oversight on some of the firm’s most prominent projects, including those in the science and technology sector, by working together with clients to ensure we are attaining their goals.
Dan earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois and is a LEED Accredited Professional. He is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and serves as an Executive Leader for the American Heart Association’s Hard Hats with Heart annual campaign.
Jeff Johnson is a seasoned industry leader with more than 35 years of experience in virtually every market sector – including 20 plus years specifically focused on business growth and leadership in Wisconsin. Jeff provides executive and operations leadership for Pepper in Wisconsin, overseeing offices in Milwaukee and Madison. Notable recent projects in the region under Jeff’s leadership include, Pritzker Military Archives Museum, King Center in Racine, Woman’s Leadership Center in Williams Bay, Titletown Flats in Green Bay and St. Rita’s Square senior living facility.
Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering from Montana State University. He is a member of the MMAC Executive Leadership Team and gives back to the communities through support of ACTS Housing, Bernie’s Book Bank, Kids Build of WI, and the Carbone Cancer Center.
Jake Pepper is a creative problem solver with a focus on Pepper's continued growth in the evolving construction industry. While taking the company into new markets and relationships, Jake remains responsible for Pepper Environmental Technologies, Pepper Energy, our Quality team and Integrated Construction Services (ICS). The ICS group is comprised of people who represent some of the most advanced thought leadership in our industry—investigating new technologies, evaluating new methodologies exploring high performance and solar advancements and creating innovative solutions in the field to help our clients realize their vision. In addition, Jake oversees Pepper's Field Supervision leaders and partners with them to drive continuous improvement by using technology in the field. His experience in project management benefits operations by providing integrated platforms designed to bring efficiencies at both the business and project levels.
Starting in 2002, Jake worked at Pepper in various summer internships. But after graduating from college, Jake decided to explore different opportunities in the fields of engineering and finance. By the Spring of 2013, he felt ready to bring his new perspectives on the business world back to Pepper and joined the company as a project manager. In 2015, he began working with the IT department to provide strategic direction on business-critical initiatives. Jake also provides support and insight to our virtual construction and high-performance groups, and is leading initiatives related to our long-term facilities plans.
Jake completed his MBA from Northwestern University Kellogg School of Business. In addition to serving as a guest speaker for the Master of Project Management program at Northwestern, he is an active member of CMUG, CMiC’s user community, as well as the Urban Land Institute. Outside of work, Jake volunteers as a math mentor for students involved with the POSSE Foundation and has a passion for environmental issues, including clean water and sustainable urban farming.
Brian has over 35 years of industry experience, 18 of which have been with Pepper. He is responsible for fostering client relationships and leading complex projects to successful completion by overseeing the project team and ensuring efficiency, innovation, and value. Brian is Pepper Ohio's industrial expert, completing more than 8.5 million square-feet of industrial construction. His specialty lies in the industrial and commercial market, where he has completed several large-scale projects, including the Whirlpool North American Region Ad Center. The fact that Brian began his career as a superintendent allows him to bring a "big picture" perspective to his role in operations and further extends the insights that he can offer to our clients, design and trade partners. Brian attended Milwaukee School of Engineering, receiving his Bachelor of Science in Architectural and Structural Engineering.
With more than 30 years of construction experience that spans industrial, manufacturing, commercial office, high rise, higher education and retail markets, Phil Allemeier is a Project Director dedicated to fostering relationships and ensuring efficiency, innovation and value for clients. Over the past decade, Phil has completed approximately 15 million square feet within the industrial, manufacturing and distribution markets. He's established himself as an effective leader who leverages his vast design-build knowledge and insight to improve communication and owners' experiences.
Phil holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Building Construction and Contracting from Purdue University.