OUR TEAM

The People Behind the Work

Gerber Construction runs on people who understand the work — from planning and estimating to execution in the field.

Gerber Construction Team

The team combines formal construction education, decades of hands-on experience, and long-term working relationships. Many of Gerber's project leaders have worked together across multiple projects over the years, creating consistency in how work is delivered and how problems get solved.

OWNERSHIP

Leadership

[PHOTO: Jill Terryn]

Jill Terryn

Owner / President

  • B.S. in Construction Management, Ferris State University
  • Onsite construction experience with pre-engineered buildings and remodels
  • Professional experience in estimating, job costing, procurement, and financial projections

Jill Terryn has been part of Gerber Construction's leadership since she and Bill assumed ownership in 2014. In her role, Jill provides strategic oversight and governance for the company, ensuring that the values and standards Gerber was built on continue to guide how the business operates and grows. While Bill leads day-to-day operations in the field and the office, Jill's focus is on the long-term health of the organization — from financial stewardship to culture and continuity.
[PHOTO: Bill Terryn]

Bill Terryn

Owner / Vice President

  • 18 years of onsite construction experience across residential, commercial, and industrial projects
  • Experience in supervision, scheduling, material purchasing, bidding, and coordination
  • Extensive work in healthcare and food processing facilities

Bill Terryn serves as Vice President and leads Gerber Construction's day-to-day operations across all four divisions. Bill oversees field execution, project delivery, equipment investment, and hiring — setting the standard on safety, quality, and accountability that defines how Gerber works. Under his operational leadership, the company has grown into a multi-division operation with full self-performance capability across commercial construction, underground utilities, concrete, and trucking. He is hands-on in the business every day.

Certifications

CPR • First Aid • Powder Actuated Tools • Aerial Platform Lifts • Industrial Forklift • Respiratory Protection • Fall Arrest Training

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

The Team That Keeps Projects Moving

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Kitt Jarzabkowski

Senior Project Manager

  • Graduate, Construction Management, CMU
  • OSHA 30-Hour Certified
  • Michigan Builder's License

Kitt brings structured project oversight and coordination across complex commercial and institutional builds, connecting planning with execution to keep projects on schedule.

Select Projects:

Stephen M. Ross School of Business (Ann Arbor) • Elmhurst Memorial Hospital (IL) • FRIB Particle Accelerator (Lansing) • UVA Neuroscience (VA)
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Bryan Brown

Project Manager

  • 24 years commercial/industrial experience
  • Licensed builder for 15+ years
  • Background as custom cabinet maker

Bryan brings deep experience across a wide range of building types, with a focus on quality execution and practical problem-solving in the field.

Select Projects:

Chemical Bank (Cadillac) • MOISD Education Projects • West Michigan Credit Union (Reed City)
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Keegan Brown

Project Manager

  • 17 years commercial/municipal experience
  • Budgeting, estimating, scheduling
  • Permitting and field supervision

Keegan manages projects from planning through execution, coordinating teams, schedules, and resources to keep work moving efficiently.

Select Projects:

Downtown Big Rapids Facade • Big Rapids Riverwalk • Big Rapids Library • FSU University Center • FSU East Campus Housing

Want to Join the Team?

We're always looking for skilled people who want to build something that lasts.

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