About Tower Group | Commercial Construction Team

About

Tower Group began in 2016 to fill a gap we saw in the market. We believe growing brands and developers deserved a construction partner who cared about their build-out as much as they did. Bringing our 30+ years of commercial construction experience and an Owner's Mentality, Tower Group is that partner. Our team manages every detail from lease to open, treating your project like it's our own.

Our team of problem solvers always shows up to ensure your project opens on time, on budget, and with as little headache as possible.

Let's Build Together

what we believe

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Owner’s Mentality

Build with purpose. Think long-term. Own the outcome.

02

LOVE YOUR WORK

We hire people who care. Give your best everyday.

03

WE ALWAYS SHOW UP

If you say it, do it. We show up for our clients. We show up for our team.

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EVERY DETAIL, EVERY DAY

Do it right the first time. No detail is too small.

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We solve problems

We don't shy away from a challenge. Get creative. We bring solutions, not problems.

meet the team

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Brian Townsley

Partner | President

Brian has more than 30 years in commercial construction and real estate development, and founded Tower Group in 2016. He has worked as a superintendent, estimator, project manager and senior vice president, and has led the acquisition, construction, and development of retail properties across the Midwest. He is a licensed builder in Michigan with a degree in Construction Engineering Technology from Lawrence Technological University.

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Clay Thomas

Partner | CFO

Clay leads Tower Group’s financial reporting, capital planning and risk management, and oversees the financial side of its construction projects. His experience spans development, acquisitions, dispositions, leasing and construction. He holds a B.A. and J.D. from the University of Michigan and is a licensed attorney and Michigan real estate broker.

ethan Townsley

Senior Project Manager

Ethan manages financials, estimating, project management and operations at Tower Group. He brings an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong head for business. He previously spent three years overseeing purchasing at a global automaker, negotiating complex financial and legal terms with Fortune 500 companies. He holds a business degree with an accounting major from Eastern Michigan University.

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Jeff Blodgett

Project Manager

Jeff began as a laborer and finish carpenter and continued growing and taking on more responsibility. He now leads complex projects from start to finish. He keeps every trade working to the same plan, safely, and on schedule, and handles field inspections and quality control personally.

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Andrew Auten

Project Superintendent

Andy started as a carpenter, then owned his own company that took on everything from new-construction to office renovations. Running his own company gave him practical knowledge of managing an active jobsite. His trustworthiness and drive earned him the role of Construction Superintendent.

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Clay Thrift

Project Superintendent

Clay started as a carpenter and worked his way up to managing full-scale commercial projects, from office renovations to retail build-outs. He knows what it takes to get the job done right, and he keeps the work running smoothly, safely and on schedule. A strong communicator, he keeps the trades and our clients on the same page.

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Mallory Baker

Project Coordinator

Mallory started as a laborer and moved up to superintendent, learning the realities of the jobsite firsthand. There she handled field coordination, scheduling and subcontractor oversight. She now runs our interior build-outs as Project Coordinator, with experience in both the field and the office.

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Lindsey Vincelette

Office Manager

Lindsey is the Office Manager for Tower Group. She brings over 15 years of administrative experience in office management, human resources and accounting. She manages all aspects of our accounts receivable and payable, assists in developing and implementing firm policies and procedures, and oversees the administration of all HR programs and practices within the company.

Make us your first call

For growth-minded owners and expanding brands, Tower Group is the build-out partner that owns every detail, lease to open. Because we’ve sat on your side of the table.

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