Donald M Grant

Mr. Grant has dedicated his entire professional life advancing the use and quality of masonry both locally and nationally.]

Don Grant has made a lasting impact on the masonry industry through his active participation and valuable leadership among mason contractors over the course of his 56 year career.



The following list highlights the many volunteer responsibilities and significant accomplishments that exemplify Don Grant’s tireless dedication and his impact on the masonry industry.



National



  • Mason Contractors Association of America: C. DeWitt Brown Leadman Award 1999

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: President 1996

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: Board 1990 - 1998

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: Chairman Safety Committee 1988 - 1992

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: Finance Committee

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: Manpower Committee

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: Membership Committee

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: Nominating Committee

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: Quality Control Standards Founding Member 1992 - 1994

  • Mason Contractors Association of America: Regional Executive Vice President - 6 years

  • North American Masonry Conference: Lecturer, Excellence in Masonry Judge, Equipment Chairman

  • International Masonry Institute: Research &Development Program Board Appeared before Department of Labor and OSHA to present standard on

  • Overhand Bricklaying

  • Guest Technical Lecturer at numerous universities and vocational schools on Masonry Quality and Standards including Washington University (St. Louis) and Clemson University and Job Corps

  • Authored numerous articles on Masonry Quality and Standards in national publications including Masonry magazine

  • Active in national contractor legislation efforts: 1990 - 1998 Lead negotiation for national union contract: 1996 - 1998



Regional & Local



  • Midwest Masonry Research Foundation: President 1988 - present

  • Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis: President 1980 - 1982

  • Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis: Arbitration Board Chairman 1976 - 1992

  • Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis: Board of Trustees 1972 - 1982

  • Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis: Vice President 1978 - 198

  • Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis: Secretary 1976 - 1978

  • Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis: Treasurer 1974 - 1976

  • Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis: OSHA Safety Partnership

  • Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis: Chairman Research Committee

  • Masonry Institute of St. Louis: Chairman 1978 - 1990

  • Masonry Institute of St. Louis: Board of Trustees 1974 - 1990

  • Certified Masonry Contractor: 1986 - present

  • Active in local and state contractor legislation efforts: 1990 - 1998

  • Lead negotiation for local union contract: 1980 - 1982

  • Vocational Technical Board: Sponsor 2006 - 2010



Standards & Trade Associations



  • The Masonry Society: Founding Member 1978

  • The Masonry Society: Editorial Review Committee

  • ASTM: Mortar &Standards Committee 1980 - 1990

  • ASTM: C-12 and C-15 Committee Member

  • Wall Bracing Committee: Founding Member 1995 - 2000

  • Construction Laborers Pension Fund of St. Louis: Trustee 1988 - present

  • Mason Tenders Vacation Fund of St. Louis: Trustee 1980 - 1992

  • Mason Tenders Apprenticeship Training Fund of St. Louis: Trustee 1982

  • Bricklayers Local #1 Pension/Welfare: Chairman 1974 - 1988

  • Missouri Society of Professional Engineers: Life Member

  • Engineers Club of St. Louis: 50 Years of Service

  • American Society of Civil Engineers: 1982 - 1998

  • American Subcontractors Association Midwest: 1980 - present

  • Association of General Contractors (St. Louis)



Personal



  • Grant Bricklaying Company: Vice President 1959 - 1971

  • Grant Masonry Contracting: Founder and President 1971 - present

  • Washington University (St. Louis): Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering 1955

  • Structural Design Engineer: 1956 - 1959

  • Registered Professional Engineer in State of Missouri: 1960

  • Peter &Paul Community Services: Board of Directors 2000 - 2006

  • Peter &Paul Community Services: Program Board 2006 - present

  • Christian Brothers College High School: Hall of Fame - 2002

  • St. John Vianney High School: Board of Directors 1998 - 1994

  • St. John Vianney High School: Hall of Fame - 1999

  • Greenbriar Hills: Long-range Planning Committee 2002 - 2008

  • U.S. Army Corp of Engineers: Captain (Active/Reserve) 1956 - 1964


Made a lasting, positive impact on the masonry industry through his active
participation and valuable leadership both locally and nationally. Highlights of his distinguished career, spanning more than 50 years, include founder of Grant Masonry Contracting 1971; MCA of St. Louis Board of Trustees 1972-1982; MCA of St. Louis Board 1974-1982; MISL Board of Trustees 1974-1990; MISL Chairman 1978-1990; MCA of St. Louis President 1980-1982; MCAA Safety Chairman 1988-1992; Midwest Masonry Research Foundation President since 1988; MCAA Region E Vice President 1984-1990; MCAA Board 1990-1998; MCAA President 1996-1998; Masonry Industry Leadman Award 1999.

Roles

Midwest Masonry Research Foundation

Employee 1980-2030

777 Rudder Rd
Fenton, Missouri 63026-2014 US

Grant Contracting Co., Inc. is a masonry construction firm with an over sixty-five year history.

Grant Contracting specializes in commercial, industrial, and institutional masonry; installing brick, block, stone, precast concrete and various types of pavers.

Grant Contracting is a Certified Mason Contractor. This certification is performed by the Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis.

The criteria includes yearly testing on the management, technical and safety skills and procedures of the contractor.

In addition, the contractor must obtain continuing education credits throughout the year to maintain the certification.

Grant Contracting is owned and operated by Donald C. Grant and Brian J. Grant, both registered professional civil engineers in the state of Missouri.

MCAA Board

Chairman 1996-1997

1481 Merchant Drive
Algonquin, Illinois 60102 US

On August 27, 1950 the first convention of the Mason Contractors Association of America was held in Sun Porch of the Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, Mich. Pictured around the table (left to right) are: Norman Bourchard, Gregor Pichler, William Ouweneel, William Picco, George Hill, John Taheny, Joseph Cachey, Dominic Manprisio, Jack Downs, Carl Yantz, Marshall Harrison, Harry Cohen, John Hawkes, Floyd Elliott, Bob McKean, R.R. “Bob” Sneed and Bob Fulcher. Not pictured are: Evan L. Harris, Fred Steinhoff, Fred Slather and George Miller.

ABOUT MCAA
TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER
The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is the national trade association representing mason contractors. The MCAA is committed to preserving and promoting the masonry industry by providing continuing education, advocating fair codes and standards, fostering a safe work environment, recruiting future manpower, and marketing the benefits of masonry materials.

Since 1950, the MCAA has educated, trained, and represented the mason contractor. The MCAA promotes the use of masonry, recruits and assists in training of the industry’s workforce, impacts federal legislative and standard issues affecting contractors, and provides educational programs for the key employees of member firms.

Through strong programs, publications, and services, the MCAA promotes the interests of its members. By promoting the use of masonry, influencing reasonable codes and standards, workforce development and public affairs, the association actively advances the use of masonry.

Help us build a strong and successful masonry industry for you and your company. Call 800-536-2225 or visit www.masoncontractors.org/join for more information.

MCAA The Masonry Hall of Fame Alumni

Hall of Fame 2013-2013

1481 Merchant Drive
Algonquin, Illinois 60102 US

Masonry Hall of Fame
The Masonry Hall of Fame was created by the Mason Contractors Association of America to recognize and award individuals who have dedicated their lives to the masonry industry.
Do you know someone who has dedicated their life to the masonry industry? If so, nominate them to be part of the Masonry Hall of Fame.

HALL OF FAME CRITERIA
Individuals must have had a major impact on the masonry industry, not necessarily with just the MCAA.
Nominations must state the significant accomplishments of the individual nominee.
Individuals must have been or be in the industry for a minimum of 25 years.
Individuals cannot be a current executive officer of the MCAA.
Masonry instructors can only be submitted by the National Masonry Instructors Association.
Submissions will be reviewed and voted upon by the Hall of Fame Selection Committee.
Nominees must receive two-thirds of the eligible votes in order to be accepted into the Hall of Fame.
Involvement in the industry is open.
Nominees can be but are not limited to contractors, employees, instructors, architects, engineers, and association staff.
Each recipient will receive one plaque.
A high resolution photo must be provided for each inductee to be used on the Hall of Fame plaque.

Submit a Hall of Fame nominee