Each quarter, our team at Merit Construction participates in a Kindness Surge, where employees vote on a charity to support through donations, volunteer work, or in-kind contributions. This quarter, we were proud to donate to The Village Community, an organization making a meaningful impact in our community. Marketing and Engagement Manager Darby Winger had the honor of presenting the donation and connecting with many of the amazing individuals The Village Community serves. It’s opportunities like these that remind us how important it is to give back and make a difference. Together, we’re building stronger communities—one act of kindness at a time! For more information about The Village Community, please visit https://lnkd.in/eP-HsnFX. #MeritConstruction #BuildingStrongerCommunities
Merit Construction Company
Construction
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 552 followers
Building Stronger Communities
About us
Merit is the general contractor of choice throughout Iowa communities. We're known for bringing experience and leadership to every building project. We provide services in general contracting, construction management, design-build, pre-construction, project management and safety. We have vast experience in new construction, remodeling and renovation. For nearly four decades, our buildings have been as much a part of Iowa's landscape as cornfields and cows. We don't just build in Iowa; we live in Iowa. We raise our families here and we donate our time, money and energy to the wonderful organizations that make our communities great. Merit employees are involved hands-on with Boy Scouts of America, Rotary International, Salvation Army, Friendship Force International, youth sports, American Red Cross, National Association of Women in Construction, and Special Olympics of Iowa, just to name a few. We deliver quality results on time and within budget. We develop an understanding of each client's goals to help them arrive at the best value decisions for their investment. We manage the construction process by assembling a team of local professionals that consistently adds value, controls costs and maintains quality throughout design, construction and beyond. We're experienced, responsive and community-minded. We're already your neighbor. Now we'd like to be your builder. Our areas of expertise include office buildings, churches, schools, medical and assisted living facilities, colleges, retail centers, recreation facilities and hotels/motels.
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http://www.meritconst.com
External link for Merit Construction Company
- Industry
- Construction
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1976
- Specialties
- Assisted Living Facilities, Churches, Office Buildings, Schools, Medical Facilities, Retail Centers, Recreation Facilities, and Hotel/Motel
Locations
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1000 29TH AVE SW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404, US
Employees at Merit Construction Company
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Jerry Waddilove
Servant Leader | Visionary | Builder of Community | Creating, Investing, & Building Cool Stuff for Our Communities | For the People, For the Community
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Louis Ruggio
Operations | Project Management | Rinderknecht Associates & Merit Construction
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Kelly Edmonds
President at Merit Construction Company
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Christine Tharp
Project Accountant
Updates
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Merit was delighted to welcome Safety Sarah from TrueNorth last Friday, although she looked a bit different! She wanted to remind us how to stay safe this winter. With icy conditions just around the corner, it’s time to walk like a penguin to stay safe on slippery surfaces. Winter-related slips, trips, and falls cause more than 1 million injuries annually in the U.S. No one wants to be part of that statistic so let’s waddle! Thank you, Sarah Allender for this fun reminder!
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One year ago today, we lost a valued member of our team, Joe Fay, who passed away unexpectedly. Joe was more than a Project Manager—he was a dedicated colleague, a trusted mentor, and a friend to so many. His legacy lives on through the relationships he built with clients, coworkers, and friends, as well as in the many projects throughout our community that he helped bring to life. Joe’s impact continues to inspire us every day. We hold his family in our hearts and honor his memory as we reflect on the lasting mark he made on our company and the community we serve. He is missed but never forgotten.
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This Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to those who have served and sacrificed to protect our freedoms. At Merit, we are honored to work alongside veterans who bring the same dedication and commitment to our team every day. To all veterans in our community and beyond—thank you for your courage, resilience, and service. We salute you today and every day.
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👻 Happy Halloween from Merit Construction! 🎃 Building with us is all about quality and collaboration—nothing spooky here! Whether it’s a large-scale project or a small renovation, we’re here to make it a real treat from start to finish. Have a safe and fun Halloween! #MeritConstruction #BuildingStrongerCommunities
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We had a blast today at Junior Achievement's Career Inspire event! Merit Construction was thrilled to participate and give local students a hands-on experience with tying rebar, one of the many skills used in the construction industry. It was great to see their curiosity as they got a taste of what it’s like to work in construction. We love inspiring the next generation of builders and sharing the possibilities that come with a career in the trades. Thanks to Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa for hosting such a fantastic event! #meritconstruction #BuildingStrongerCommunities
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