Title: 1) President and Founder; 2) Owner; 3) Owner
Company: 1) JM Construction Group, LLC; 2) JM Property Management; 3) Planet Earth Antifreeze
Location: Roscoe, Illinois, United States
Justin Michael Swanson, President and Founder at JM Construction Group, LLC, Owner at JM Property Management, Owner at JM Property Management, and Owner at Planet Earth Antifreeze, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Business Owners for dedication, achievements, and leadership in Construction and Property Management.
Mr. Swanson has established a remarkable career in the construction and property management industries, marked by entrepreneurial vision and a commitment to ethical business practices. Since 2010, he launched JM Construction Group, LLC, as the company’s owner. Through this venture, he has demonstrated expertise in exterior construction, including roofing, siding, windows and gutters. He is actively involved in daily operations, which include meeting with sales staff, coordinating with the operations team, handling commercial accounts and organizing crews each morning to ensure seamless project execution. Under Mr. Swanson’s guidance, JM Construction Group, LLC, evolved from a small contracting business completing approximately 20 homes annually with $100,000 in revenue to a leading firm completing between 300 and 500 homes per year and generating $5 million to $6 million in annual revenue.
In 2016, Mr. Swanson expanded his entrepreneurial ventures when he became the owner of JM Property Management, overseeing a range of real estate assets and ensuring operational efficiency across his holdings. His responsibilities include managing tenant relations, maintaining properties and implementing strategies for sustained growth.
In 2025, Mr. Swanson expanded his professional portfolio further by acquiring Planet Earth Antifreeze. Initially drawn to the property for commercial real estate purposes, his decision to purchase the business was influenced by his interactions with long-standing employees, including one with over two decades of service who was not yet ready to retire. This pivotal moment led him to take on both the property and the business, which has continued to thrive under his leadership.
From 2010 to 2015, Mr. Swanson focused on subcontracting work, leveraging his industry knowledge and skills developed during his early years as a union roofing contractor in the 2000s. This foundational experience provided him with commercial training and exposure to various aspects of the trade before he transitioned into independent operations.
Mr. Swanson is a graduate of Rockford East High School in Rockford, Illinois. He maintains active memberships with several professional organizations, such as the Better Business Bureau and the Home Builders Association of Rockford, further demonstrating his commitment to professional development and community engagement. Beyond his professional pursuits, Mr. Swanson is civically engaged as a donor to Goodwill Industries International, The Carpenter’s Place and Christmas Deserved while supporting local first responders. These contributions reflect his dedication to giving back to the community that has supported his endeavors.
Throughout his career, Mr. Swanson has achieved significant milestones. His leadership contributed to consistent rankings among the top three roofing, siding and window contractors in Rockford every year from 2019 through 2026. JM Construction Group, LLC, also received multiple One Million Customer Appreciation Awards from ABC Supply between 2020 and 2025, earned recognition on the Inc. 5000 list every year between 2023 and 2025, and received 100 five-star reviews in 2025. Mr. Swanson’s dedication to ethical standards was recognized with the Torch Awards for Ethics from the Better Business Bureau in Rockford in 2024, a distinction requiring an impeccable record and formal recommendation. Among other accolades, JM Construction Group, LLC, ranked number 3,954 overall with a 93% growth rate, number 248 in its industry and number 198 in Illinois. In 2026, the company attained Owens Corning Platinum Installer status, an accolade awarded to only 1% of roofing contractors nationwide. Also in 2026, JM Construction Group, LLC, was named Best Roofing Contractor in Rockford by Award Winners and ranked number 378 on Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 list published by SOLA Group Inc.
Mr. Swanson attributes his success to diversification within his businesses, maintaining contingency plans for fluctuating markets and focusing on continuous growth within the community. He credits reliable long-term employees, high-quality workmanship without shortcuts and fulfilling promises made to clients as key factors behind his achievements. Strong leadership and a solid reputation remain central values for both Mr. Swanson and his leadership team.
Looking ahead, Mr. Swanson remains committed to upholding quality construction standards, honest service and strong value as guiding principles for JM Construction Group LLC. He emphasizes dependable workmanship, transparency and fair pricing as drivers of client satisfaction while prioritizing team building within his organization. Mr. Swanson believes that fostering a positive work environment where employees feel respected is essential for continued success.
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