CHESTERFIELD 鈥 The founder of Brinkmann Constructors has retired after 40 years.
Bob Brinkmann, 75, started his eponymous construction firm in 1984. CEO Brian Satterthwaite, 57, and President Tom Oberle, 56, will continue to lead the Chesterfield-based company.
鈥淏ob has built an incredible legacy and a platform on which Brinkmann Constructors can continue to achieve steady growth,鈥 Satterthwaite said in a statement.
Brinkmann began succession planning around 2013, and the company is now owned by its 450 employees.
The firm has completed $10 billion worth of projects across the country in its 40-year history.
Brinkmann said in a release that he will continue his community work, including with the 50度灰视频 Police Foundation.
鈥淚 started working at age 13, delivering prescriptions for 39th Street Pharmacy on my bicycle. I鈥檓 ready to spend precious time with my wife, Kim, on our farm and traveling together,鈥 he said in a statement.