Developing communities that provide continuum of care
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.
Jim began his career with Pepper Construction in 1988 and has worked in nearly every market we serve and on some of our largest projects. As an Executive Vice President on the Pepper Construction Company leadership team, Jim oversees our Barrington and field operations. He also provides thought leadership and market insights for areas including senior living, higher education and institutional projects. Beyond his project work, Jim has always played a leadership role in developing strong teams and enduring client relationships. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering from Iowa State University, a LEED AP BD+C certification and is also an AIC-Certified Professional Constructor.
Russ oversees project teams working in Wisconsin and is instrumental in building client relationships. With more than 20 years of experience in construction, he has worked on a broad spectrum of projects, from mixed use commercial developments and corporate offices to university dormitories and senior living facilities. Recent projects include The Corners of Brookfield and the Silverspot Cinema, St. Rita’s Square in Milwaukee, Meijer in Grand Chute and the Seda office renovation in Mount Pleasant. Russ also serves our industry on the ICSC Next Generation committee and the Illinois State University Construction Management advisory board. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management & Manufacturing Management from Illinois State University.
As business development director, Scott supports Pepper Illinois' Barrington operations with deep regional expertise in design, engineering and trade relationship building, particularly in the K-12 sector. A former educator turned business developer, Scott joined Pepper after leading K-12 business development efforts for an architecture firm. His ability to empathize with end users helps Pepper more fully understand our clients’ needs and how we can help them achieve their goals.
With 23 years of experience in the construction industry, Steve has contributed to a broad range of projects. His expertise with Pepper has focused primarily on senior living, hospitals and related healthcare projects. Highlights include Oak Trace and Plymouth Place senior living communities, as well as multiple projects with Palos Community Hospital, Swedish Covenant Hospital and the University of Chicago Medical Center. Steve has also worked with the Chicago Fire on their new performance center and renovations at Seat Geek Stadium. A graduate of the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Steve has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.