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Schemmer Announces New Shareholders and Associates
August 12, 2026 • All, News
Schemmer is pleased to announce that David Greusel, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP, and John Pluta have become shareholders of the firm. Greg Houston, AIA, NCARB; Zach Justus, MBA, CPA; and Joe Poole, PLS, have been named associates.
These professionals bring extensive experience, strong leadership and a shared commitment to serving Schemmer’s clients and communities.
New Shareholders

David Greusel, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP, manages architecture and public assembly venues from Schemmer’s Kansas City, Missouri, office. With more than 45 years of experience, he specializes in arenas, ballparks, civic and convention centers, and athletic and recreation facilities. Greusel joined Schemmer when the firm acquired Convergence Design in January 2026.

John Pluta is Schemmer’s information technology manager. With more than 20 years of experience, he oversees the firm’s technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, data protection and system performance. His practical approach and problem-solving skills help ensure Schemmer employees have the reliable technology and resources they need.
New Associates

Greg Houston, AIA, NCARB, manages architecture in Schemmer’s Denver office and leads the firm’s architecture practice across Colorado. His experience includes commercial, mixed-use, industrial, multifamily and hospitality projects.

Zach Justus, MBA, CPA, is Schemmer’s finance manager. He directs the firm’s accounting, budgeting, audit, tax, purchasing, insurance and related financial activities across all locations.

Joe Poole, PLS, is Schemmer’s Lincoln metro survey team lead and a licensed professional land surveyor in Nebraska. He has 17 years of experience in construction staking, boundary surveys, as-built surveys and private development work.
Please join us in congratulating David, John, Greg, Zach and Joe on these well-deserved achievements. We look forward to their continued leadership and contributions to Schemmer.
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At Schemmer, we believe that great design goes beyond structures; it strengthens communities. As a full-service architecture, engineering, and construction field services consultant, we deliver innovative solutions that enhance the built environment and improve lives.
Since 1959, we have been shaping the future while honoring our legacy. With nine offices across six states in the Midwest, our expertise reaches coast-to-coast, bringing thoughtful, sustainable, and impactful solutions to every project.
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- Architecture
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- Water/Wastewater Engineering
- Surveying
- Interior Design
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- Field Services
At Schemmer, we don’t just design projects, we create lasting impact. Let’s design a better future together.