ERA Structural Engineering

Thank you Jimmi Langemo, for sharing your insights on building an inclusive, welcoming workplace culture! ERA Structural Engineering and Pope Design Group teamed up to host a discussion for employees: “You Set the Tone: How to Create an Inclusive, Welcoming Environment that Drives Success,” given by Jimmi Langemo.

The discussion encouraged reflection on how we show up for one another through our communication, actions, leadership, and relationships. Key themes included self-awareness, empathy, understanding intent versus impact, and the importance of creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and included.

Congratulations to the entire project team behind the University of Minnesota Fraser Hall on winning the Education category at the 2026 Minnesota Real Estate Journal's 2026 Real Estate Awards Ceremony last night! (ERA's Rebecca Gordon is shown in the photo on the left).

The reimagined Fraser Hall transforms a historic 1929 law library into a modern hub for chemistry education and research, pairing a full renovation with a 94,000-square-foot addition overlooking the Mississippi River. By reinvesting in existing campus infrastructure while creating state-of-the-art learning environments, the project stands as a powerful example of thoughtful, future-focused academic development.

•Owner: University of Minnesota
•Architect: BWBR, VJAA Inc.
•Contractor: Mortenson
•Structural Engineer: ERA Structural Engineering
•Civil Engineer: PIERCE PINI & ASSOCIATES, INC.
•Mechanical & Electrical Engineer: Dunham Associates, Inc.
•Landscape Architect: Damon Farber Landscape Architects