At Meinecke-Johnson, we have a proud history in building construction. Since Casper Johnson first entered the construction business in the late 1800s, it has remained a family tradition. Today, Meinecke-Johnson is run by the fourth and fifth generations of Johnsons. Over the years, we’ve expanded our building construction services beyond general contracting to include construction management and design/build, solidifying our reputation as a leading General Contractor and Design Build Construction Company.
A Family Tradition
Our History
At Meinecke-Johnson, we have a proud history in building construction. Since Casper Johnson first entered the construction business in the late 1800s, it has remained a family tradition. Specializing in commercial construction, we have worked in various sectors such as education, healthcare, hospitality, retail, business, and public facilities. Our clients have entrusted us with some of the most recognizable buildings in the Fargo area, including West Acres Mall, Concordia College’s bell tower, and the Federal Courthouse in downtown Fargo. Many of our older projects have outlived their original purposes and have become city landmarks. In addition to local buildings, we’ve been selected for construction projects throughout North Dakota and across the country. Our attention to detail, level of craftsmanship, and ambition to take on new challenges have helped us become a preferred partner among the top building owners. As of current, the 5th & 6th Generation of the Meinecke-Johnson construction company continues to lead the Commercial Construction building in the Red River Valley and beyond.
Meet the Crew
Meet the management team behind Meinecke-Johnson. Despite their diverse backgrounds, everyone on the list has one thing in common, they all started in the field and worked their way up!
Eric Johnson
President / Safety Director
Eric is the fourth generation in the Johnson family to work at Meinecke-Johnson. After starting in the field in 1991, he eventually went on to oversee office activities and job site safety. He is proud to be involved in highly successful building projects and be surrounded by such a strong team.
Since 1991
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Wesley Leier
Senior Vice President
Wesley joined Meinecke-Johnson in 1992 and worked his way up to the position of Senior Vice President. He is responsible for estimating and project management, which is a great fit, since his greatest satisfaction comes from overseeing the building process from start to finish, with everything in between.Â
Since 1992
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Josh McWethy
Vice President
Josh began working with Meinecke-Johnson in 2019 as an intern while completing his Construction Management degree at MSUM. Upon graduation, he accepted the role of Field Superintendent and in 2023 moved to the position of Project Manager. Josh has recently accepted the Vice President position in 2024.
Since 2019
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Sam Johnson
Project Manager/ Marketing
Sam Johnson, a fifth-generation member of the Johnson family, combines academic knowledge with practical experience. Having graduated from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN, with a degree in Business Management, Sam brings strong people skills, networking abilities, and a fresh marketing perspective to our multigenerational business.
Since 2019
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