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We believe that effective leaders don't simply seek "jobs"; they seek organizations with a compelling story, exceptional colleagues, and room for continued growth. As you scroll through this page, you will gain a better understanding of Journey Group's narrative, where the company has been, and where it is going.

Chief Revenue Officer

Journey Group

Journey Group is a well-respected 115-year-old diversified commercial construction firm that generates ~$400M in annual revenue, employs ~400 people, and is currently at a significant inflection point, building on a legacy of stability while intentionally reshaping how it operates and grows. Based out of Sioux Falls, SD, and initially known as Sioux Falls Construction Co., Journey Group has been long known for its high-quality execution, and trust-based client relationships thriving through discipline, minimal-to-no debt, and a very conservative leadership ethos. Today, the company is looking to build on those solid roots by driving more innovation, accountability, talent development, calculated risk-taking, and scalability to position the firm for strategic expansion and exciting growth.

The Chief Revenue Officer role is absolutely critical and central to this transformation, as Journey Group's newly appointed CEO (Brian Gramm) looks to break down "divisional silos", centralizing senior leadership over commercial ("Get Work") and operations ("Do Work") teams. This is not a passive, gatekeeping position, but an entrepreneurial builder's role designed to bring business development and marketing accountability, and scalability, to the business. Journey Group seeks a CRO who is comfortable with ambiguity as they leverage the power of a 115 year highly-trusted brand while building effective and efficient sales and marketing prowess on top of that foundation.  As Journey Group pursues a long-term vision of reaching $1B in revenue over the next 7–10 years through segmentation, geographical expansion, and selective M&A, the CRO will have a seat at the table as a driver who turns strategy into consistent, high-performing commercial operations across the organization.

A Foundation you can build on

Getting a sense of the foundation that has been built prior to your arrival offers a lens through which you can see where your career may go.

Journey Group's Market Position

Journey Group is a century-old, full-service construction company headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, that specializes in delivering a wide range of building and infrastructure projects across the Upper Midwest and nationwide. Founded in 1910 and rooted in strong community values, the firm operates multiple divisions offering general, commercial, industrial, civil, and asphalt construction services, and is known for major work in sectors such as healthcare, education, government, manufacturing, and heavy civil infrastructure. The company emphasizes trust, long-term relationships, and transparent communication with clients, combining deep regional expertise with modern construction technologies to meet diverse project needs. With a mission to “positively impact lives by building community,” Journey Group blends traditional craftsmanship with an expansive service portfolio and a commitment to fiscal stewardship, integrity, and teamwork.

Journey Group's History

Journey Group's roots trace back to 1910 when they were founded as Sioux Falls Construction Co., making it one of the oldest general construction companies in the United States. From its early years building prominent local Sioux Falls landmarks, such as the Orpheum Theater and Central Fire Station, the firm expanded through the 20th century into public infrastructure, educational facilities, hospitals, and interstate bridge work, weathering economic ups and downs by diversifying its services. Over time, the company broadened its geographic reach and service offerings across commercial, civil, and asphalt construction, and in 2014 it rebranded to Journey Group to reflect its evolving identity and regional growth.

Journey's Industry Fit

Journey Group is well positioned within the construction industry as a diversified, end-to-end builder capable of delivering complex projects across commercial, industrial, civil, and infrastructure markets. Its integrated model, combining general contracting, some self-perform capabilities, and specialized divisions, allows the firm to serve both public and private sector clients with consistency, speed, and accountability. With deep expertise in healthcare, education, government, manufacturing, and transportation, Journey Group aligns strongly with sectors that demand scale, safety, and long-term reliability. This breadth, paired with a relationship-driven approach and strong regional roots, enables Journey Group to compete effectively in an evolving industry that values trusted partners, technical excellence, and community impact.

Journey's Scale

Journey Group is a sizable and growing construction services company, generating just under $400 million in annual revenue with approximately 400 employees. The organization operates as a collection of construction-related businesses, anchored by its core general contracting arm, Journey Construction, alongside paving (Black-Top Paving), and Civil Construction (SFC Civil Construction) operating divisions. With a strong regional footprint and diversified service mix, Journey Group has established itself as a mid-to-large-scale construction platform, providing the financial strength, talent base, and operational capacity to support complex projects. Looking ahead, the company has set an ambitious growth target to scale to $1+ billion in revenue over the next 7+ years.

Our Take On Journey's Values

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Customer Centricity

Journey Group takes exceeding customer expectations seriously. They pride themselves on being their customer's allies on the project site with a team that is trustworthy, communicative, fiscally responsible and never lacking in follow-through.  Through this focus, JG has maintained long-standing relationships with major institutions like Sanford Health and Avera Health, among many others.

Forward Looking

As a company built on decades of tenure and community commitment, Journey Group's team makes decisions with a perspective that prioritizes durability, trust, and legacy over simple short-term wins. Alongside long-term thinking, the company's leadership team seeks talent that is forward-thinking and can help drive modern commercial construction practices that set the company apart on the national playing field.

Performance & Growth

Journey Group has a long-standing reputation of being a fair, honest, and team-oriented company.  As the organization drives a slight shift in culture, it looks to maintain those core people-oriented tenants while placing a stronger emphasis on talent development and growth, valuing aspiration, curiosity, willingness to stretch, and calculated risk-taking while helping prepare the next generation of senior leadership talent while the company expands aggressively.

What You Will Be A Part Of

As an executive at Journey Group, you will position the organization for its future, which requires an understanding of those around you, what they collectively stand for, and how they positively impact the world.

BUILDING COMMUNITY SINCE 1910

For over a century, Journey Group has built schools, hospitals, roads, and bridges—connecting communities where people learn, work, heal, and come together.

PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
Check out the new distribution center the Journey Group team helped build for Silencer Central that will streamline operations and support continued growth.
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
Hear directly from a Journey Group client, Dr. Rachel, on her experience working with the team to design and build her dream practice for 605 Orthodontics. Journey Group takes pride in ensuring every client's experience is stress-free by placing an emphasis on timeliness and excellent communication.
NEW CEO ANNOUNCEMENT
Take a peak at this Sioux Falls Business article announcing Brian Gramm as Journey Group's incoming CEO as of Jan 1, 2026. The piece will give you a small glimpse into Brian's goals and leadership style as he steps into his new role leading the company.
JOURNEY GROUPS STRATEGIC EXPANSION JOURNEY
Hear from outgoing CEO of the last 15 years, Randy Knecht, on Journey Group's "Journey to Expansion" - which includes lots of building! Building communities, building careers, and even building themselves via strategic acquisitions and integrations such as the latest with MBW Construction & Engineering.
DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PROJECT MANAGER
Get a feel for what it's like onsite as a Journey Group Construction Project Manager with this Day in the Life video featuring Seth Lukonen working on the new Jefferson High School campus.

The Company You’ll Keep

Who you’ll work with is often more important than the work itself. Get to know the Journey Group leadership team you will be engaging with in this role.

Brian Gramm

Chief Executive Officer (Direct Manager)
Brian Gramm was recently named CEO of Journey Group after serving as the company’s Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer for the past four years. A non-traditional construction executive, Brian brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across finance, strategy, and professional services, with deep expertise in enterprise transformation, strategic planning, and aligning boards, owners, and executive teams around a shared path forward. He is known for guiding organizations from a known present into an uncertain future—challenging legacy norms while remaining deeply people-centric and talent-focused. Brian believes strongly in unlocking aspirational energy within organizations and concentrates his leadership on building durable systems, strong teams, and capable leaders rather than being the smartest technical operator in the room. Throughout his career, he has founded and led multiple professional services firms, spearheaded complex consulting engagements for Fortune 1,000 companies across the Midwest, and driven accountability, financial discipline, and scalable growth strategies. He holds an MBA in Corporate Finance and Entrepreneurship Studies from the Carlson School of Business at the University of Minnesota and a BS in Accounting from the University of South Dakota.

Amber Unser

Vice President of Human Resources

Rebecca Sevening

Director of Marketing & Communications

Shane Weisgram

Financial Planning & Analysis Director

Joel Van Ekeren

Safety Director

Dave Van Nieuwenhuyzen

Vice President of Business Development

Aaron Eich

Vice President of Preconstruction & Management

Eric Bender

Vice President of Field Operations

A Day in the Life

The Chief Revenue Officer at Journey Group plays a central role in shaping how the company grows into its next phase, particularly shaping how it "Gets Work". This is a builder’s role, focused less on day-to-day selling and more on creating clarity and cohesion around growth, turning strong relationships and a solid reputation into a more intentional, scalable commercially viable revenue engine. The CRO partners closely with the CEO, Board, and leadership team to define where Journey Group should focus—by market, sector, and opportunity—and ensures the go-to-market strategy supports that direction. The role aligns business development, marketing, and commercial strategy, helping the organization pursue the right work more consistently and tell a sharper, more compelling story in the market. Because the role is new, the CRO also acts as a unifier and change agent, adding structure without bureaucracy and strategy without diluting the company’s entrepreneurial culture. They will also build a strong team, initially including Business Development (Project Executives), Preconstruction/Estimating, and Marketing & Communications. Success shows up as momentum around clearer pipelines, better-qualified opportunities, and a growth approach that reflects Journey Group’s long-term vision. At its core, the CRO helps Journey Group shift from growing organically to growing intentionally, setting the foundation for sustainable, confident expansion in the years ahead.

Responsibilities

Revenue Strategy & Growth:

  • Develop and execute enterprise-wide revenue growth strategy aligned with corporate objectivesIdentify and pursue new geographic markets for expansion
  • Evaluate and develop vertical market opportunities in healthcare, manufacturing, education, and other sectors
  • Achieve personal and organizational revenue targets

Business Development:

  • Lead business development function across all four operating groups with direct authority
  • Build and maintain relationships with key clients and prospects in public and private sectors
  • Oversee pursuit strategy and win rate improvement initiatives
  • Monitor competitive landscape and position Journey Group for strategic opportunities

Preconstruction & Estimating:

  • Provide strategic oversight of preconstruction and estimating functions
  • Ensure preconstruction resources are aligned to support revenue growth priorities
  • Drive consistency and quality in estimating practices across operating groups

Marketing & Communications:

  • Oversee marketing strategy to strengthen brand positioning and market presence
  • Align marketing initiatives with business development priorities and growth targets
  • Guide external communications to support client acquisition and retention
  • In close partnership with the HR leader and CEO, ensure internal communications are aligned and appropriate

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Corporate Leadership:

  • Serve as active member of the C-suite team, representing the team to all direct reports and downline team members
  • Collaborate with operating group leaders to align revenue strategies with operational capacity
  • Provide revenue forecasting and pipeline reporting to CEO and C-suite

Team Leadership:

  • Lead, coach, develop, and retain direct reports and downline team members
  • Build high-performing teams across Business Development, Preconstruction, and Marketing functions
  • Serve as a strategic partner to HR leadership on talent acquisition and development within revenue functions

Requirements

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, construction management, or related field; master's degree preferred
  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in the construction industry, with demonstrated success in revenue growth and business development
  • Deep bench professional network in the Upper Midwest construction market 
  • Demonstrated revenue/P&L responsibility for $100M+ operations
  • Proven track record of geographic and/or vertical market expansion
  • Experience across public and private sector projects
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Valid driver's license with safe driving record

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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong leadership skills with ability to build and foster culture across teams
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Deep understanding of construction business development, preconstruction, and estimating processes
  • Solid analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to identify market opportunities and translate them into actionable growth strategies
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems

Work Environment and Travel:

  • Primarily office-based with travel as required. Estimated 25-50%.
LINK TO FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

What You Bring to the Table

Culture Elevation

This executive will not only align with Journey Group's collaborative culture, but will help to actively elevate it as the company shifts from a relatively conservative local staple to a high-performance, aspirational growth organization. The CRO is a highly engaging leader who interacts with job-site teams, key clients, and senior executives alike, fostering alignment, clarity, and momentum that strengthens the organization and drives shared success.

Strategic while Executing with Rigor

The CRO will collaborate across the executive leadership team and board to help drive major strategic decisions for the organization, while also jumping into the trenches when necessary, marrying long-term goals for the organization with detailed execution plans and day-to-day commercial leadership.

Builder

Despite its strong market position, Journey Group does not currently maintain strong formal business development or marketing capabilities across the organization. The CRO will build out this strategy and develop the function from from the ground up, requiring an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong change communicator as the company drives opportunistic shifts and growth.

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