The history of Corona Steel can be traced back to its origins. The company was started with the mission of creating a steel erection company that provides customers with quality products, detail-oriented project management and an intimate package that directly solves problems.
That vision also extended to our desire to stay connected to our team members, no matter how much the company grew. While the team has gone from 15 members in 1991 to more than 250 today, we’ve stayed true to our original mission.
From day one, we’ve been committed to reaching a higher level.
1991
John Paulsen founds Corona Steel with the vision to provide next-level service and a community-oriented company.
1992
A year after formation, Corona Steel finishes its first major structural steel project for the WA State Department of Ecology. Construction includes precast and 1,200 tons of steel.
1996
Construction begins on Safeco Field a 1.1 million square foot ballpark. Corona Steel installs over 7 miles of handrail along with stairs.
2008
In the midst of the Great Recession, Corona Steel completes its largest project. Brightwater Treatment Facility encompasses 2,000 tons of steel across the 120-acre jobsite.
2010
Founder John’s son, Marc Paulsen, moves up the ranks to become President of Corona Steel.
2012
After focusing on WA and OR markets, Corona Steel makes its move out of the PNW. Decking underneath "Big Benny", the world's largest mobile crane, Intel Fab 42 is constructed. Plant is a $5B semiconductor facility in Chandler, AZ.
2014
Entering a new market, "Data Centers", Corona Steel partners to construct the first phase on a 154-acre campus in Central Oregon.
2015
Continuing its success in the "Data Center" niche, Corona Steel enters the Nevada market and partners in the expansion of a 345-acre campus outside Reno.
2018
Corona Steel begins a lasting role in Prineville, OR. Our erection time at a Data Center is touted as the fastest in North America. Tonnage of 32,500 of steel installed over 4,000,000 square feet.
2021
Climate Pledge Arena requires suspending a 44-million-pound roof to rebuild walls and expand the arena. Corona Steel is praised as an "amazing trade partner" that understood complexities of scope, diligently planned and executed in a SAFE manner.