Kyle Knauer

Kyle Knauer is an experienced project manager and engineer currently employed at Kelso-Burnett Co. since May 2021, where strategic direction and leadership have been provided for a $9.8 million scope encompassing three buildings. Prior to this, Kyle executed project engineering for a $1.4 million exterior lighting project at the historical Wrigley Building in Chicago. Earlier experience includes working as a general laborer at Hough Construction, contributing to framing on a two-story residential home, and operating a small painting business, Knauer Painting, which specialized in pier painting. Kyle holds a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management from Missouri State University and is pursuing a Master of Business Administration at Wake Forest University School of Business, expected to complete in May 2026.