Corey Furst, LEED AP, DBIA
Market Director | Federal Government
With over 25 years in the construction industry, Corey Furst is a key leader at Mortenson, serving as Market Director within the Federal Contracting Group. He excels in developing strategies that drive business growth by developing relationships, understanding market priorities and potential disruptors. Corey builds and fosters relationships in all aspects of the project life cycle, including customers and community leaders, leveraging Mortenson’s comprehensive solutions to meet market needs. Initially joining Mortenson’s Federal Contracting Group, Corey has also help lead our Data Center and Salt Lake City Group teams.
Corey has an extensive history working with the federal government, with broad experience ranging from waterfront to laboratory and MILCON work at secure facilities. Notable projects under his leadership include the Southeast Poultry Research Lab in Athens, GA, multiple projects within the waterfront restricted area at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, GA, and several projects at Hill Air Force Base in Salt Lake City, UT.
Corey holds a LEED Accredited Professional credential and a DBIA Professional Certificate. He is actively involved in organizations, serving on the boards of the Design-Build Institute of America and the Alzheimer's Association, and is a member of the Associated General Contractors and Associated Builders & Contractors.
Building Strong Relationships
At Mortenson, we embody LeadBLU values that encourage our team to re-examine what’s possible – and that extends to our trade partners. Our company standards guide us to be the best versions of ourselves while constantly improving our ideas and thinking in order to change the way we build our collaborative relationships and communities.
Bringing Certainty During Uncertain Times
We’re committed to doing the right thing – for our clients, community, projects and people. Leveraging our company’s national services and resources, such as BLU54 and BLUvera, we provide a level of project certainty that helps us avoid common barriers, setting our team apart.
Developing an Inclusive Workforce Pipeline
Our team actively works to harness the full potential of our workforce by investing in career advancement opportunities for each team member. With intentional planning and training, we foster a supportive environment that encourages growth, resulting in high employee retention.
MORTENSON MOMENT
I’m most proud of seeing my team members grow and succeed. Having worked on many Mortenson projects with talented teams, the Kings Bay and Data Center projects have fantastic team members that have done exceeding well on very challenging projects.
FUN FACTS
- My wife, Brenda, is a fellow Mortenson team member. She has been with the company for almost 19 years, and my daughter is at the University of Utah.
- I hold a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Minnesota.
INTERESTS
- I love spending quality time with my family – especially travel and food.
- I’m a huge foodie and have a special place in my heart for doughnuts.
- I love the outdoors and enjoy mountain biking, hunting, fishing, skiing and snowboarding.
- Home projects have always been a passion; I enjoy seeing the results of hard work come to life.
- I am passionate about raising funds for Alzheimer’s treatment.