Our Story

A family trade,
carried forward.

Knutson General Contracting LLC was started in 2018, founded by Michael Knutson after the passing of his father, Chris Knutson, who owned Knutson Construction.

Michael worked under his dad for years, learning the trade end-to-end before forming his own company to carry it forward. Today, Knutson General Contracting is a full-service general contractor specializing in wood framing, steel framing, foundations, and concrete grinding and polishing — and we keep growing.

As a GC, we serve every need of our clients. The scopes we do not self-perform are electrical, plumbing, and HVAC — we coordinate trusted licensed subcontractors for those.

The Standard Behind the Team

Roles are earned — not handed out.

Our team is built from the ground up, trained in-house, and held to a high level of accountability. Every crew member is expected to take ownership of their work and deliver results that meet our standard. That's how we maintain control in the field — and why our projects perform the way they do.

Dedicated Professionals

Meet the crew

Michael Knutson

Michael Knutson

Owner

Michael leads Knutson General Contracting with a focus on execution, accountability, and long-term build quality. He founded the company in 2018 after years working alongside his father, Chris Knutson of Knutson Construction, and stays involved in project oversight, estimating, and operations to ensure every job meets company standards from start to finish.

Shawn Heemsah

Shawn Heemsah

Lead Foreman

Shawn leads field operations with extensive hands-on experience in structural framing and pre-engineered steel building erection. He drives jobsite performance, enforces safety, and ensures work is completed to spec and on schedule.

Stephanie Evans

Stephanie Evans

Office & Estimating

Stephanie supports operations, estimating, marketing, and client coordination. She plays a critical role in keeping projects organized from preconstruction through execution.

Christopher Knutson

Christopher Knutson

All-Around Foreman

Christopher is the kind of person you want in your corner. His unwavering dedication and strong work ethic ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. You can trust him to go above and beyond to achieve results — no task too big or too small.

Jonathan Reyes

Jonathan Reyes

Foreman

Jonathan started with Knutson with no experience and built his way into a leadership role through consistency and work ethic. Today he runs crews and delivers projects with growing confidence and strong field performance.

Manuel Gomez

Manuel Gomez

Crew Lead

Manuel plays a key role in field execution and supports leadership across multiple projects. Reliable, skilled, and consistent, he helps keep jobs moving and standards high — promoted to foreman in 2026.

Eugenio Bautista

Eugenio Bautista

Lead Metal Trim

Eugenio is a quiet and reserved individual, yet his talents shine through in every aspect of his life. An exceptional metal trim craftsman, he can step into nearly any task on the jobsite and leaves a positive impression wherever he goes.

Jerry Pitts

Jerry Pitts

Concrete Grinding & Polishing

Jerry is a dedicated worker who excels in concrete grinding and polishing. When he's not perfecting surfaces, he readily assists the rest of the crew on various projects. His hard work and teamwork make him an invaluable asset.

Jason Fuentez

Jason Fuentez

Laborer — Foreman Track

Jason began his journey in construction with a blank slate, but his passion and determination have fueled his growth as a contractor. With each project he gains valuable experience, and he's genuinely excited to see what the future holds.