With construction costs and interest rates going up, it’s a relief to many that government
funded apartment communities are also on the rise. KIER Construction joined City officials and
dignitaries at the recent groundbreaking for the new 144 South Apartments located on 5th East
in Salt Lake City. This project will add 110-units that will fill a sliver of the housing needs pie in
the downtown area.

Salt Lake City Mayor, Erin Mendenhall, likened the variety of government entities working
together to a new kind of barn raising that is crucial to those people making 50% of the average
median income. The government funding will be returned through the economic output of the
project.

The 144 South Apartment community includes a co-working space for people who work from
home, a space for a dog wash, bike storage and a public café. It is located within a block of
neighborhood bus stops, and walkable distance from the TRAX stations.

After thirty-six years of leading KIER Construction, Steve and Scott Kier are retiring effective June 30, 2022.  Steve and Scott founded KIER Construction in 1986 and have both been pivotal in the development and success of the organization. Each has played a central role in propelling our brand and KIER’s strategic vision. Following their announcement, each plan to stay connected to the greater KIER community by continuing to serve on our Board of Directors as Chairman and Vice Chairman respectively. It is with the utmost gratitude that we as a company say “THANK YOU” for 36 years of outstanding leadership and dedicated service!

Again, we cannot thank Steve and Scott enough for the dedication, passion, enthusiasm, and motivation they have given the KIER Construction family over the past thirty-six years. Together they have led KIER through tremendous growth and have created a legacy by enhancing every community in which we build. 

“Today I have stood among the tall trees and now I am taller.” Steve and Scott are the tallest of trees and it is with heart felt gratitude that we say thank you for making each of us taller. This is not goodbye, simply “see you around”

Clint Costley, the President of KIER Construction since 2018, will continue his role in leading the organization along with KIER’s Vice-President of Operations, Andrew Smith, and the rest of the Executive Team.

THE KIER FAMILY OF COMPANIES COMMEMORATES

60 YEARS OF ACHIEVEMENT

Most businesses fail within the first few years, and most family businesses do not survive a transition from the founders. This year, however, one of Northern Utah’s great family companies will celebrate long odds with a 60th anniversary. The KIER Corporation along with its offspring companies, KIER Construction and KIER Property Management and Real Estate, are still family owned with the third generation actively working in the business. 

The KIER Family of Companies are celebrating the 60th anniversary of their founding. In celebration of their achievements, each company is excited to share a few of the milestones of the last 60 years, while looking forward to the continuance of their enduring legacy. 

Then and Now

The KIER Corporation: on August 7, 1961, Jim and Norma Kier —partners in life—became partners in business when they co-founded KIER Construction, a single-family home builder focused on providing quality homes throughout northern Utah. With growth and development opportunities, together Jim and Norma later incorporated as The KIER Corporation.  The primary vision of the KIER Corporation was to develop affordable Multi Family housing options along the Wasatch Front and beyond.  With her dear husband’s passing in 2005, the KIER Corporation become an asset holding company still managed by the forever young Norma Kier. In her words, “We’ve been blessed with five children working together, and so many wonderful people who became like family through the years. It’s been a busy, busy life, but very rewarding.”

KIER Property Management and Real Estate: the first offspring of the parent company was founded in 1978, and since Jim’s passing has been owned and operated by sisters Bonnie Kier-Herrick and Kimi Kier-Noar. Today, KIER Property Management and Real Estate’s portfolio includes approximately 1,500 residential units and operates over 300,000 square feet of commercial property in three western states. KIER Management leverages a team of well-trained experts, sophisticated accounting and reporting services, and professional maintenance technicians. The Kier sisters are continuing in their parents’ footsteps as demonstrated by their commitment to providing housing solutions for low-income populations, particularly previously unhoused individuals, and seniors, as well as traditional market-rate apartment communities and HOA’s. 

KIER Construction: in 1986 KIER Construction was reborn as the second offspring in the family of companies. Since inception, KIER Construction has been owned and operated by brothers Steve and Scott Kier, and celebrates 2021 as its 35th Anniversary. Today, KIER Construction is consistently listed among Utah’s top 15 General Contractors while averaging annual revenues of $135 million, across nine western states.  KIER Construction has completed over 1,800 projects and employs more than 80 construction professionals who specialize in construction management of both complex commercial projects and multi-unit housing communities. 

James E. and Norma A. Kier Foundation: Jim Kier was once quoted as saying, “If you take out of the community then you need to put it back in. That’s the way I was raised, and that’s the way I’ve always felt.” The James E. and Norma A. Foundation was established in 2005 as a way for the KIER family of companies and all of the Kier family to faithfully support a myriad of philanthropic causes with monetary donations and extensive leadership commitments. The Foundation through its generous, thoughtful, and focused philanthropy is the tool that solidifies the legacy.  

“As we celebrate this 60-year milestone, we as a Kier family and as individual companies are proud of the achievements we’ve made, most importantly the community partnerships we’ve created.  We look forward to the next 60 years of an enduring legacy,” said Steve Kier, Chief Executive Officer of KIER Construction. “We’ve seen a lot of changes over the years, but one thing remains the same – the Kier family is committed to enhancing communities and improving quality of life – one company, one property, and one project at a time.”

Crescent Communities, along with financial partner MAA, recently hosted the groundbreaking ceremony for the exciting new Novel Daybreak Apartments. KIER Construction is filling the role of General Contractor on this 400-unit multifamily community. Novel Daybreak will appeal to those who yearn for an active, dynamic and fun lifestyle with programming and amenities that will go beyond the typical residential experience along the Wasatch Front.

One of NOVEL Daybreak’s many features includes “The Hive,” which will serve as the central hub and gathering place. From a morning cup of coffee at Land of a Thousand Hills’ shop to a midday workout class, to board game and karaoke nights, residents – and their guests – will have an array of programming and amenities to fit their individual lifestyles. The community will also cater to residents who work from home with coworking-inspired spaces, indoor-outdoor lounges, and whole-building connectivity. This is going to be fun!

The Granary Campus is a creative new project focused on building community through a shared enthusiasm for outdoor recreation.  The construction involves a significant transformation of the historic Salt Lake Rapid Transit Building into Campus SLC, an historic masonry and timber warehouse building that supports an evo retail store, evo Hotel, All Together Skatepark, Salt Lake Bouldering Project, Level Nine Sports, an art gallery, and several other undisclosed retailers.  The project is a significant undertaking involving a full seismic retrofit of the buildings, refinish of all existing materials, integrating new structural mezzanine spaces, and new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

KIER is proud to announce the opening of the Taylorsville Liquor Store. This is Utah’s first liquor store  with refrigerated coolers. Clients can now grab a cold one as well as a variety of room temperature spirits. A gorgeous, wood planked umbrella ceiling tops a central showcase tower where connoisseurs and collectors can find the rare and more refined brands. This 13,600 sq ft facility is comprised of the retail space, storage, office, restrooms, employee lounge with kitchenette and shipping and loading docks. Let the celebrating begin! Cheers to our KIER team!

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This little gem can be found just a few miles outside of the “Crown Jewel” of parks – Glacier National Park. Our KIER team was more than happy to head to beautiful Montana to build this fuel center for the Smith’s/Kroger chain. Cheers to our team on their outstanding performance!

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The Central Station Apartments are on the rise. This 65-unit community is centrally located in Salt Lake City. Our team; Jason, Shane, Jarrett and Carol have done such a great job that we will soon be breaking ground on Central West, a twin to this project. Thank you Team!!

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