Who We Are

The Douglas Difference

REMOVING RISK. BUILDING PEACE OF MIND.

Company Overview

Founded in 1976, The Douglas Company, headquartered in Holland, Ohio, with a southeastern office in Orlando, Florida, is a recognized industry leader in commercial construction, specializing in senior living and multifamily housing in a wide variety of markets.

A seven-time honoree on the INC. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies, we have been providing construction services to clients for over 40 years. As a result, our integrated Integri-D Process ensures our client’s success. We manage every aspect of the client’s project from up-front cost control, preconstruction, construction, through turnover and completion. The Douglas Company has built communities all over the US, providing decades of experience, integrity, professionalism, and exceptional client service while managing risk and controlling costs every step of the way.

Leadership Team

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Peter Douglas

President

Peter Douglas

President

EDUCATION

Iowa State University, B.S. Construction Engineering

Northwestern University
J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management Masters Degree, Management

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Professional Engineer – State of Ohio

Licensed Contractor in Numerous States

AFFILIATIONS

LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corp.)

Advisory Board Member

World Presidents’ Organization Member

Civil Engineering Advisory Board

University of Toledo

QUALIFICATIONS

Mr. Douglas has accumulated over forty years of experience in the construction industry. Since starting with The Douglas Company in 1981, he is extensively involved in all aspects of The Douglas Company, including project design, estimating, and project management. Mr. Douglas was successfully in charge of the company’s Florida Division office for five years and was responsible for all projects completed at that location from 1985 to 1990. He then returned to the Toledo Office and became President.

Mr. Douglas assumes an active role with each estimate prepared and closely monitors the progression of every project. He is also an integral part of The Douglas Company’s extensive Process Training and Quality Assurance programs and is responsible for establishing company goals and policies, maintaining relationships with clients, and overseeing all corporate administrative functions.

During Mr. Douglas’ sole ownership beginning in 2000, the company has grown 234%, and in 2007, 2009, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 was included in Inc. Magazine’s list of fastest-growing companies, also being named in the top 100 of the fastest-growing construction firms.

Peter Douglas Resume

Jeremy Bartolovitch

Vice President, Southeast Region

Jeremy Bartolovitch

Vice President, Southeast Region

EDUCATION
Stetson University
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
LEED Green Associate

QUALIFICATIONS

Mr. Bartolovitch began his career with The Douglas Company in 2008 as a Project Coordinator progressing to Project Estimator, then Senior Estimator, was later promoted to Chief Estimator, and has since earned the position to Vice President of the Southeast Region.

As Vice President, Mr. Bartolovitch is directly responsible for all operations in the Southeast Region. He is a fully engaged leader who has proven his capabilities in leadership, project management, purchasing, supervision, scheduling, project cost estimating, and effectively communicating with owners, architects, and subcontractors. Also, as the Vice President of our Southeast Office, Mr. Bartolovich is responsible for maintaining positive client relationships, as well as the successful completion of projects on schedule and within budget.

Mr. Bartolovitch currently serves as a member of The Douglas Company’s Executive Committee, establishing company policies and participates in the development of company strategies and objectives.

Jeremy Bartolovitch Resume

Bruce Douglas

Executive Vice President, Midwest

Bruce Douglas

Executive Vice President, Midwest

EDUCATION

Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor of Science, Business Management

FMI Project Manager Academy, 2012
FMI Construction Executive Institute, 2016

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
PMI Schedule Professional (PMI-SP)
LEED Accredited Professional in Building Design and Construction (LEED AP BD+C)

QUALIFICATIONS

Mr. Douglas began his career with The Douglas Company in 2011 as a Project Coordinator. He led teams to put in place over $100 million in various types of construction and earned promotions up to the role of Senior Project Manager. Prior to serving as Executive Vice President, Bruce was Vice President of Preconstruction, leading our estimating and business development teams.

As Executive Vice President, Bruce leads the Construction, Estimating, and Business Development teams for all Midwest Operations, initiating client engagement early in the project development process. He sets projects on a path for success by providing expertise on cost, schedule, logistics, constructability, and other key factors. Bruce also oversees all construction operations, ensuring budgets and schedules are met and projects are delivered with exceptional quality. Bruce is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the entire Holland, Ohio office, ensuring a collaborative approach to leading projects from the design phase through the construction phase.

Mr. Douglas currently serves as a member of The Douglas Company’s Executive Committee, establishing company policies and participating in the development of company strategies and objectives.

Bruce Douglas Resume

Andrew Rahrig

Vice President, Construction

Andrew Rahrig

Vice President, Construction

EDUCATION

University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
LEED AP

QUALIFICATIONS

Mr. Rahrig began his career with The Douglas Company in 2008 as a co-op
intern and has since earned the position of Vice President of Construction.

Drew has completed a variety of different projects including, skilled
nursing, assisted and independent living, memory care, and renovations.
As Vice President, Mr. Rahrig has proven his capabilities in leadership,
project management, purchasing, supervision, scheduling, project
cost estimating, effectively communicating with owner’s, architect’s, and subcontractor’s, maintaining client relationships, and the ability to complete projects successfully on schedule and within budget.

Andrew Rahrig Resume

Pete Zimmerman

Vice President of Estimating

Pete Zimmerman

Vice President of Estimating

EDUCATION
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

QUALIFICATIONS
Mr. Zimmerman joined The Douglas Company in December 2003 and through hard work and dedication has since earned positions to his promotion as Vice President of Estimating. Pete provides both experience and a full understanding of construction, cost control, the bid process, project documentation, project management, and time management. With subcontractors and suppliers, Pete has proven his ability to tactfully and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve concerns.

Mr. Zimmerman is responsible for many key repeat clients and has completed approximately $52 million in projects for those clients. In addition to specializing in residential projects, Pete’s talents also include an extensive background in retail/ commercial construction and has proven his ability to work closely with real estate developers.

Pete works closely with clients, architects, and subcontractors, during the estimating stage overseeing all budget and final estimates controlling cost, and maintaining relationships to ensure accurate and competitive pricing. His extensive understanding and skill in the construction and estimating process provides him with the knowledge to provide highly competitive pricing in a wide variety of construction projects and the ability to offer reliable valve engineering options.

Mr. Zimmerman currently serves as a member of The Douglas Company’s Executive Committee, establishing company policies and participates in the development of company strategies and objectives.

Pete Zimmerman Resume

Dave Bockbrader

Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration

Dave Bockbrader

Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration

EDUCATION

Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Specializing in Accounting

QUALIFICATIONS

Mr. Bockbrader’s career in accounting and finance spans over thirty-five years, including twenty-seven years with The Douglas Company. Before joining The Douglas Company in 1993, Mr. Bockbrader was a senior audit manager for EY.

As Executive Vice President of Administration and Finance, Mr. Bockbrader supervises all the company’s financial, legal, human resources, and technology departments. This includes preparing all financial reports, reviewing contracts and other legal documentation, talent acquisition, and development and technology activities.

David Bockbrader Resume

Dave Kelbley

Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Dave Kelbley

Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

EDUCATION

University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration (BBA) – Accounting

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

CPA, State of Ohio

Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP®)

QUALIFICATIONS

Mr. Kelbley’s career in accounting and finance spans over thirty years, including twenty-seven years with The Douglas Company. Before joining The Douglas Company in 1994, Mr. Kelbley was a senior auditor for EY.

As CFO, Mr. Kelbley supervises the company’s financial affairs, including establishing and maintaining banking relationships, collecting receivables, reviewing and approving all disbursements, subcontracts, purchase orders, maintaining corporate records, and all aspects of taxes and insurance.

Mr. Kelbley is heavily involved each month with an in-depth review of each project. Billings and costs are scrutinized monthly for each project individually by the project team and Mr. Kelbley, a critical step ensuring
cost and billing accuracy.

Dave Kelbley Resume

Brand Promise, Core Purpose & Values

The commitment we make to our client is best conveyed in our Brand Promise:

Development Planning and Leadership – This is important because our clients don’t do physical development on a daily basis; we do. The Douglas Company has systems and processes in place that make our client’s projects a success.
Best Price Solution – Our clients must have the right amenities, features, and systems included in their projects. However, when architects design in a vacuum, they tend to overdesign, particularly the engineered systems. Following our process and working closely with both the owner and the architect, The Douglas Company can provide everything the client wants, for the best value possible.
Peace of Mind – Our clients invest a lot of money in their projects and they take on huge risks, signing multi-million dollar loans. The Douglas Company provides our clients peace of mind in knowing they have a trusted partner controlling every aspect of their risk; delivering a quality project, on-time, and within budget.

Core Purpose

To contribute to the success of our Clients and Associates

Core Values

Great client relationships with high customer loyalty
Integrity and professionalism in all we do
Keeping our commitments through proactive attention to detail and execution
Growth of our Associates and Business through learning, teamwork, and leadership

The firm’s focus on its Core Purpose and Values has generated loyalty from its clients. The majority of work performed by The Douglas Company is for repeat clients and nearly all work is negotiated based upon the trust developed working together.

Taking care of clients in this manner requires a capable and stable professional staff. Average tenure with the company of senior management is over 25 years. In addition, there is a significant commitment to recruiting the best talent available at the college level and a focus on education and training to provide outstanding careers for these professionals. All of this translates into financial success. The Douglas Company has a solid net worth, good cash position, and over $140 million in bonding capacity through Liberty Mutual Surety, one of the major bonding companies in the country.