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Jacob Lang

Jacob Lang

CAD Technician

Jacob Lang has been with Point of Beginning since 2019. He is currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering from Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids. Jacob will be supporting the Survey Division by developing computations for construction staking, topographic surveying drafting, 3D Modeling, legal/boundary work, general drafting and technical support.

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Behind-The-Scenes

Beyond POB, Jacob enjoys fishing, hunting, sports (especially disc golf), spending time with family, and playing chess.

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Geno Carlson

Geno Carlson

Senior Design Technician

Geno Carlson has been with Point of Beginning since 2017 as a Project Manager & Senior Design Technician. Geno's role with POB entails designing & drafting construction plans, streamlining design procedures and integrating comprehensive drafting standards. Geno graduated from Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology, Moose Jaw, SK, with a degree in CADD technology and is certified in Autodesk Civil 3D, making him the perfect fit for our design team with his keen eye for drafting composition. Prior to POB, Geno designed and drafted for an engineering company in Medicine Hat, Alberta and toured the US & Europe as a professional musician.

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Behind-The-Scenes

For fun, Geno likes to spend time with his wife & pets, listening to music and watching sports & documentary films. Geno's most fun memory is when he was the lead guitarist in a theatrical production of Rock of Ages.

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Max Strand

Max Strand

Survey Technician

Max Strand has been with Point of Beginning since 2017. Max has a background in logging for a local Stevens Point Business. Max is a newcomer to surveying and has spent his summer in the field, with hands-on training and plans on attending Mid-State Technical College in December 2017.

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Behind-The-Scenes

When Max isn’t pursing his dream of becoming a Survey Technician he enjoys time at his family’s cottage, boating & jet skiing in the summer, hanging out with his girlfriend, family, & friends, and assisting the Amherst Falcon Football team in the fall.

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Rich Riggs

Rich Riggs

Site Consultant

Rich Riggs has been with Point of Beginning since 2008 as the Athletic Field Project Site Consultant. Rich earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Resource Management from University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point. Rich has over 40+ years of experience in the green industry, specializing in Athletic Fields. His key areas are Design, Construction, and Maintenance Programs of all levels of fields including professional, college, and high schools.

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Behind-The-Scenes

 In Rich’s spare time he coaches varsity football at SPASH, hunts, and spends time with his grandchildren.

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Melissa Kluck

Melissa Kluck

Landscape Architect

Melissa Kluck has been with Point of Beginning since 2004 and serves as a Landscape Architect. She has performed an array of duties throughout the course of her 17+ year career in this field. Melissa has been responsible for coordinating with clients during the course of the entire project. She has completed concept plans, construction documents and landscaping plans for numerous commercial projects including retail centers, restaurants, hotels, medical facilities, and banks. She has also been involved in residential design including apartment layout and construction, public utility extensions, and subdivision layout and design. Melissa believes that a solid client relationship with good communication throughout the entirety of the project is essential to its success. Her areas of expertise include: Master Planning Development, Due Diligence/Property Research, Construction Document Preparation, Site Concept Planning, Landscaping Designs, and State and Local Permit Coordination.

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Behind-The-Scenes

In Melissa’s spare time she loves spending it with her family, gardening, living in the country, and watching hockey.

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Jim Ostrum

Jim Ostrum

Construction Administrator

Jim Ostrum has been with Point of Beginning since 2004. Jim earned his Associates Degree for Civil Engineering from Mid-State Technical College and is certified in material testing - AGGTEC-I, NUCDENSITYTEC-I, PCCTEC-I, On Track Safety, and CPR. Prior to POB, Jim worked for two different engineering firms here in Stevens Point for several years as a land surveyor. When Jim isn’t devoting his time to POB he enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time with his family, and is a football and wrestling coach.

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When Jim isn’t devoting his time to POB he enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time with his family, and is a football and wrestling coach.

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Jesse Becker

Jesse Becker

Project Engineer

Jesse Becker has been with Point of Beginning since 2015. Jesse has a Bachelors and Masters of Civil Engineering that he earned through Milwaukee’s School of Engineering. Jesse passed his FE exam for engineering and is now an EIT, Engineer in Training, at POB.

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Behind-The-Scenes

When Jesse isn’t working on projects he is an avid water skier, football and baseball fan, and computer builder.

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Hunter Groholski

Hunter Groholski

Construction Administrator

Hunter Groholski has been with Point of Beginning since 2008. Hunter has a background in Marketing and General Education from Mid-State Technical College and Madison College. He has earned certifications in CN Railroad Safety, NUCDENSITYTEC-I, and Concrete Aggregate.

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Behind-The-Scenes

When Hunter isn’t busy working with POB, he enjoys his family time and hunting.

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Ed Olszewski

Ed Olszewski

Senior Material Technician

Ed Olszweski has been with Point of Beginning since 2012. Ed has an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design helping him with his roles at POB of testing materials for WisDOT projects, bidding and billing for all WisDOT projects, and managing the lab. His certifications are as follows: PCCTEC-1, AGGTEC-1, CST, TMS, and ACI PCC TEC1. Prior to POB Ed worked for 10+ years in the road and structure construction field giving him experience in bidding and expectations of contractors.

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Behind-The-Scenes

In his down time, Ed likes to take the family out fishing and bow hunt when he gets the chance.

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Dan St. Pierre

Dan St. Pierre

Construction & Testing Manager

Dan St. Pierre has been with Point of Beginning since 2012. Dan earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from Bradley University and is a licensed engineer in Wisconsin and Illinois. His day to day roles with POB involve overseeing the Materials Lab and Construction Administration Team, testing materials onsite and in the lab, and monitoring construction projects that can range from private, municipal, and DOT. His certifications in WisDOT Testing are as follows: Nucdensity, PCCTEC-I, AGGTEC-I, CST, TMS and ACI Tesing: Concrete Field Testing. Dan has 10 years’ experience of construction administration and 12 years’ experience of material testing making him one of POB’s decision makers.

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Behind-The-Scenes

When Dan isn’t managing and testing he likes to bike ride with his wife and daughter, swim, trap shoot, and woodwork.