Richard Purpose Builders Hires Dan Klancnik to Lead Tech Strategy

Klancnik arrives at a pivotal moment for the Chicago-based contractor, which aims to become one of the nation's most admired firms by 2040. His mandate involves modernizing business processes and deploying sophisticated digital ecosystems, including Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), and artificial intelligence. By streamlining data infrastructure, the firm expects to provide its field teams with more actionable information and efficient workflows.

CEO Jed Richard noted that the company intends to move technology beyond a mere support function, positioning it instead as a core competitive advantage. Klancnik’s background includes spearheading digital initiatives across large-scale commercial and infrastructure environments, focusing on the intersection of human-centered innovation and technical performance. His role will bridge the gap between emerging tools and the daily realities of project delivery, ensuring that the firm's growth is supported by a robust, scalable digital foundation.