Founded in 1888 by Charles Rudolph Meyer, CR Meyer and Sons Company has evolved into a prominent industrial general contractor with a rich history spanning over a century. Based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the company operates from eight strategically located satellite offices across the United States and is recognized among the top industrial contractors by Engineering News Record (ENR). Renowned for its expertise in the pulp and paper sector, CR Meyer specializes in a broad array of construction services including boiler services, carpentry, concrete work, demolition, electrical installations, ironwork, masonry, millwrighting, pipe fabrication, and piping.
CR Meyer distinguishes itself as a self-performing contractor, employing over 1,000 skilled union tradespeople adept in various specialized trades. The hallmark of CR Meyer’s service is its design/build capability, enabling collaboration between clients and engineers to optimize design for constructability, adhering to high standards of quality, budget, and timeline.
The organization prides itself on a mission to be a trusted expert in industrial contracting, driven by the commitment to safety, integrity, quality, and innovative practices. Safety stands as a cornerstone of CR Meyer’s operations, with ongoing training and proactive hazard management forming a part of its operational ethos.
With a vision to become the preferred partner for industrial contracting needs, CR Meyer is dedicated to fostering creative solutions for complex projects from conception to completion. The company has embraced modern technology and methodologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), laser scanning, and augmented reality to enhance project delivery.
Through commitment to community and valuing relationships, CR Meyer has built long-standing partnerships with its clients and continually works to support the regions it serves. Focused on nurturing the next generation of leaders within the construction industry, it has established the Charles R. Meyer Leadership Center as part of its workforce development initiatives. This dedication to quality workmanship, ethical business practices, and a strong safety culture has been the foundation of CR Meyer’s longevity and success in the construction industry.
