Our Promise

As a family owned and operated company, G.W. Thiel, Inc. is dedicated to building strong connections with our clients and our community based on respect, quality and integrity. We understand that you have a choice of any number of contractors. That’s why G.W. Thiel, Inc. sets itself apart by holding its team and work to a higher standard.

At G.W. Thiel, our goal is to build:

• The highest quality custom and semi-custom structures available
• A relationship with our customers based on quality and respect
• A trusted, family owned company serving the community for years to come
• A team of highly trained carpenters with the tools to succeed
• A set of core values based on integrity, hard work and doing the right thing

Our History

After 22 years of experience working through the ranks of the family business, founder Gerald W. Thiel set out on his own and began contracting with custom home builders in the fall of 1977. His name soon became synonymous with high-quality, custom work. G.W. Thiel, Inc. was born and his small crew began to grow, expanding to residential and commercial developments.

Throughout the company’s growth, Jerry remained dedicated to developing the craft of carpentry for future generations. By partnering with the Carpenter Apprentice Training Center, the company has supported the mentorship of young apprentices; teaching them lifelong skills and instilling them with the dedication to quality, safety and integrity that the company stands for to this day.

With the company’s foundation securely planted, Jerry passed the reins on to the next generation in 2005. A legacy of quality and commitment that has set the cornerstone for G.W. Thiel, Inc. now and well into the future.

Our Leadership

Gerald Thiel, Jr. – President

Jerry integrates the sales, operations and accounting departments and manages the day-to-day issues that arise. After graduating from high school Jerry spent several years in Arizona attending college and working in the management program with McDonald’s. In 1985 Jerry returned to Illinois and began to learn the estimating and sales positions eventually becoming Vice President. In 1999 Jerry was elevated to the position of company President. He serves as a board member at ASA of Chicago and on the Residential Construction Employers Council where he recently served as President. Jerry lives in Mount Prospect with his wife, Shary and has four children. When he’s not at work, Jerry enjoys traveling with his family and an occasional game of golf.

Randall Thiel – Vice President

Randy oversees the accounting and the human resources departments.  His responsibilities include managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, employee benefits, worker’s compensation and employee relations.  He graduated in 1991 from Illinois State University with a degree in Economics.  In 1994 Randy started working in the family business as an estimator.  In 2005 he was named Vice President.  Randy lives in Hampshire with his wife, Marta.  He has two children, Paige and Nicholas.  He enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and attending sporting events when he is not working.

Steven Pollace – Superintendent

Steve plans, directs and coordinates our construction projects ensuring that each project is completed on time and within budget. Steve also makes sure that each project meets or exceeds building and safety standards. After graduating from Elk Grove High School, Steve went right into the carpentry trade. He joined G. W. Thiel in 1994. Steve started as a first-year apprentice then advancing to project foreman, in his fourth year of apprenticeship, and finally superintendent. Steve lives in Woodstock with his wife Sara. He has five children, one daughter and four sons. Steve enjoys fishing and spending time with his family.

Estimators

Our estimators average more than 19 years with G. W. Thiel, Inc. and in the position of estimator for more than 10 years.  They previously held the position of foreman and superintendent prior to taking the position of estimator.  They have experience in generating detailed and accurate proposals for residential and commercial projects.

Foremen

Our foremen avearge more than 15 years with G. W. Thiel, Inc. and held the position of foreman for more than 10 years.  They manage the day to day operations on residential and commercial projects.  Their responsibilities include completing the project safely, with exceptional quality and on time.

Our Core Values

Our core values reflect what is truly important to us as a company. Core values are a small set of essential and timeless guiding principles and no two companies have the same core values. The following core values were discovered by identifying exceptional qualities exhibited by key people within our organization.

Right thing, done right:

• Make the best decision to guarantee satisfaction, based on your experience and knowledge. We can review the decision later and discuss other possibilities for future occurrences.
• Doing the right thing, even when no one is looking.
• Work smarter not harder.

Extra Mile:

• Willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Don’t ask what someone can do for you, but what you can do for them.
• Going above and beyond what is expected or would be asked of you.

On Time:

• Early is on time, on time is late.
• Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today – don’t procrastinate.

Accountable:

• Honoring promises and commitments.
• Your name is on it.
• Be worthy of responsibility or trust, don’t make excuses.
• Be responsible for your actions and decisions.

These are not values that change from time to time, situation to situation or person to person, but rather they are the foundation of our company culture. Many customers, vendors and employees associated with G.W. Thiel regard us as one of the best contractors in the carpentry trade. These core values are the primary reasons for this reputation, and they go beyond our size and the economic conditions. By maintaining these core values, regardless of how large a company G.W. Thiel becomes, we can preserve what has always been exceptional about our company. These core values are the soul of our company which continually guides our decisions and interactions with our customers, vendors and each other.

Our Affiliations

We are proud to be affiliated with the following professional organizations.

	Residential Construction Employers Council www.aboutrcec.org
	Textura Pre-Qualification Managment www.texturacorp.com
	Chicago District Council of Carpenters www.carpentersunion.org
	The Association of Subcontractors and Affiliates of Chicago www.asachicago.org