TJK Then and Now

It all started in 1986 with a public works project.

As we continue celebrating our 40th anniversary, we're looking back at how our industry, our communities, and our company have evolved over the past four decades.

It all started in 1986 with a public works project.

TJK founder Thomas Krob moved to Las Vegas to complete a project at what was then McCarran International Airport. That opportunity marked the beginning of a company that, 40 years later, remains deeply connected to the communities it serves.

A lot has changed since 1986. The drafting tables, hand-drawn blueprints, scientific calculators, and physical models that once defined the engineering profession have largely been replaced by digital tools and technology. As engineering evolved, so did TJK.

Over the past four decades, our company has grown alongside the communities around us. In 2002, ownership transitioned to Tom Anderson and Ken Meechudhone, who have continued to build upon the foundation established by Thomas Krob. Our team has expanded, our reach has extended beyond Southern Nevada, and our capabilities have grown. Yet one thing has remained constant: a commitment to projects that help communities function, grow, and thrive.

In many ways, TJK's footprint mirrors the footprint of our community. From government facilities and community centers to parks, recreation facilities, roadways, and critical infrastructure, public works projects have been a cornerstone of who we are from the very beginning.

As we celebrate 40 years in business, we are grateful for the communities that have supported us and the opportunities we've had to contribute to their growth. We take great pride in looking around Southern Nevada and seeing the lasting impact of projects that help people live, work, gather, and connect.

As we continue to invest in new communities, including through our Boise office, we carry that same sense of gratitude and responsibility. We look forward to building new relationships, supporting meaningful projects, and continuing the work that began with a single public works project four decades ago.