Charlene began her construction background at Wm. Zeigler & Son, Inc. in 1965 as a secretary to the Mechanical Divisions. With her complete understanding of the construction industry, she was promoted to Executive Vice President. In 1992 Manusos General Contracting, Inc. was formed with Charlene as the majority stockholder since Don was unemployed at the time. From a small area in the basement of their home; adding a room on to the garage of their home and in 2000 building the current full time building at 91 Christopher Way, Fox Lake, Il 60020 Charlene has managed the complete financial aspect securing bonding of $23,000,000.00 while working closely with the supervision in the field to maintain the high quality of performance now expected of Manusos General Contracting, Inc.