Choosing a Contractor that is Right for Your Project

Are you considering or planning a construction project for 2024? Choosing the right contractor for your project is perhaps the most critical decision you will make in the planning process.

There are many construction companies to choose from, making it difficult to know which is the right one for you and your project. The Prairie Construction team offers some qualities to look for when choosing your contractor:

  • Safety Record. Prioritizing safety is critical to any construction company. Choose a company that has a strong safety record, and you shouldn’t be afraid to ask questions related to job-site safety practices.
  • Commitment to Deadlines and Budget. A reputable contractor will share your desire to stay on deadline and on budget. While unexpected things may occur during a project, working with a contractor who is committed to staying on deadline and on budget will make the project run smoothly.
  • Relevant Experience. Because there are so many contractors to choose from, narrowing your list to companies that have experience with projects similar to yours will put you one step closer to a successful project.
  • Ask for References! Like any other major decision, checking references from past clients that a contractor has worked with will not only give you peace of mind but will also shed valuable insight on what you can expect during the process.
  • It may not seem important, but you will spend a great deal of time communicating with your contractor throughout the process, so choose someone who prioritizes customer service, is responsive, and listens to your ideas and preferences.

Completing a construction project is exciting, and the process doesn’t have to be stressful. Call the Prairie Construction team today to discuss your upcoming project.

Thanksgiving Greetings from Prairie Construction

The Prairie Construction team would like to extend greetings and wishes for a very Happy Thanksgiving.

Thank you to each of our clients. We appreciate the trust you have in the Prairie Construction team. Thank you for your business, and your referrals. We look forward to serving and working with you in the future!

We are grateful for our vendors, partners, and subcontractors that we have been fortunate to partner with this year. Thank you for your collaboration, and shared dedication to meeting the client’s needs and deadlines, and to providing quality service on every job.

And a special THANK YOU for every member of the Prairie Construction team. Thank you for sharing your talents and expertise on every project. We appreciate your loyalty and dedication!

Thank you to each of you who have worked with us throughout the year. We wish each of you a very Happy Thanksgiving!

The Longest Day of the Year

The official start of summer is June 21 – it is also the longest day of the year!

Summer is busy for the Prairie Construction team – the days are the longer, the weather is cooperative, and it’s a great time for us to complete as many projects as we can!

Not only do we take advantage of the warm, dry weather, but we also take advantage of longer hours of daylight. And in some cases, we barely wait for the sun to rise before getting a start on the day.

That was the case recently when our team made the most of the day to pour concrete at the West Hampton Flex project at 192nd & Blondo. We used light towers to help our team make the most of day and get the concrete poured at this new construction build.

You can watch the progress here!

News From Prairie Construction

The Prairie Construction team recently got away from the office for a training meeting with our leadership team.

 

Construction is a year-round industry, but in the Midwest, Spring and Summer are definitely our busiest times. Before we got too far into the season, we scheduled time for an off-site staff development to focus on strategic planning and gearing up for the busy second half of the year.

We are grateful for the opportunity to work ON our business, not IN our business, and we feel prepared and excited for the upcoming busy construction season!

Prairie Construction is Hiring!

Prairie Construction has immediate openings for full-time summer or permanent construction positions. Openings include Superintendents, Laborers, Carpenters, and seasonal Construction Workers.

Prairie construction offers full-time employees competitive wages (based on experience), health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, and paid vacation and holidays.

Commercial construction experience is preferred, but Prairie Construction is willing to train qualified candidates. Candidates must be at least 18, have transportation, and be willing to work a minimum of 40 hours/week. Work will begin immediately.

If interested, please apply in-person at Prairie Construction 13316 B St. in Omaha, Monday – Friday 7 am to 5 pm, or send a resume to tom@prairie-construction.com.

Jordan Bartels, Project Manager

Prairie Construction is proud to introduce Project Manager Jordan Bartels. Jordan is a graduate of the University of Nebraska College of Engineering with a Bachelor’s in Construction Engineering, and he joined the Prairie team in July 2022.

Prior to joining Prairie Construction, Jordan worked at a few local construction companies, gaining experience is estimating, scheduling, and project management. He developed an expertise in scheduling after training in various scheduling techniques.

“Planning and scheduling is vital in a project’s success, it is a great tool to communicate the successes and shortfalls of a project,” he said. “A schedule can indicate how a project is progressing. Without proper planning and scheduling a project cannot obtain its objectives in a timely and cost effective manner.”

We first met Jordan three years ago while working together at Creighton University on various projects. We recognized his skills as a scheduler, and his ability to coordinate between project managers and clients to keep project running efficiently and on time.  

“Jordan has been an excellent addition to the Prairie team,” said Matt Schuman. “He cares about our clients’ wants, needs, and project objectives, and he does everything he can to ensure our client’s goals are met, and they are pleased with the end product.”

Jordan was drawn to Prairie Construction because we are a smaller company that values a work-life balance while encouraging our employees’ growth.

“Working with Prairie at Creighton it was easy to tell that they take great pride in their work, and being experts in the field,” he said. “I also love their commitment to making our community better, I couldn’t be prouder working here and I hope I can add value to the Prairie Construction team!”

We think you have already added value to the Prairie team Jordan, and we are so happy you are part of our team!

Prairie Partners with Procore

The Prairie Construction team is proud to announce a partnership with Procore.

Procore is a project management software used by many companies in the construction industry. The software connects each contributor to a project with the owner and the contractor with a centralized dashboard. Managers can easily handle all details of the project, schedule tasks, and view up-to-the-minute progress.

We have been very pleased with organization and efficiency Procore has brought to our projects since implementation. Communication among our partners is streamlined, and everyone has access to everything they need to do their job on time and to the project specifications.

At Prairie Construction, we have always been committed to providing quality service on deadline and on budget, for each project. With the addition of Procore, our customers can feel confident that their project will be completed on time, and they feel informed and confident every step of the way.

As you look ahead to your construction projects in 2023, you can feel confident that the Prairie Construction team will manage your project with the most efficient software in the industry. We look forward to working with you!

Prairie Construction Wins ICF Builders Award

Prairie Construction was proud to be recognized by Insulated Concrete Forms Magazine in their annual awards.

Our project for the Ashbury Elementary School in the Papillion/LaVista Public Schools was named runner-up in the Education category of the ICF Builders Awards.

Ashbury Elementary School was built with high-performance ICF wall assembly designed for maximum energy efficiency. This structural design feature allowed our team to continue working throughout the winter, and as a result, the project was competed 3 months faster than a nearby school built with traditional designs.

The 55,000 sq ft elementary school is located in Papillion at 11740 S. 120th St.

You can learn more about our award-winning project here.

Congratulations to everyone on the Prairie Construction team who helped with this beautiful school!

Happy Holidays from Prairie Construction

Season’s Greetings from Prairie Construction!

As we prepare for the Holidays, we share our gratitude for our amazing team of Prairie Construction professionals. We appreciate your dedication, loyalty, and commitment to serving our clients with professionalism and excellence every day.

Thank you to all the subcontractors and partners who have collaborated with us in 2021. We appreciate your shared commitment to quality craftsmanship, excellent service, and meeting deadlines on every project.

Thank you to each of our clients who have trusted the Prairie Construction team with your construction needs. It has been our pleasure to work with you and we are grateful for the confidence you have in our team.

As we welcome 2022, we look forward to working with each of you on exciting new projects!

We wish you the very best of the holiday season, and a very happy New Year!

Happy Thanksgiving!

The Prairie Construction team would like to wish each of you a very Happy Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all that we are thankful for, and we feel grateful for all that we have to be thankful for.

Thank you to each of our clients. We are grateful for the trust you have in the Prairie Construction team. Thank you for your business, and your referrals. We look forward to serving and working with you in the future!

We are grateful for the many vendors, partners and subcontractors that we have been fortunate to partner with this year. Thank you for your collaboration, and shared dedication to meeting the client’s needs and deadlines, and to providing quality service on every job.

Finally, we are grateful for every member of the Prairie Construction team. We appreciate your loyalty and dedication, and we are grateful that you share your talents and expertise on every project.

Thank you to each of you who have worked with us, trusted us, and helped us throughout the year. We wish each of you a very Happy Thanksgiving!