Business Details
49 Years
experience
Commercial Construction Services in Iowa City
Founded in 1977, McComas-Lacina Construction has served Iowa City and surrounding areas for over four decades as a fully licensed, bonded, and insured commercial building contractor. Our expertise spans new construction and remodeling projects for healthcare facilities, financial institutions, retirement communities, churches, educational institutions, corporate headquarters, and high-rise residential units. With a workforce of over 150 skilled professionals, we maintain an in-house architectural casework shop certified by the Architectural Woodwork Institute since 2013. Our team emphasizes initial budget analysis to deliver cost and time savings while maintaining partnerships with top architects and design professionals. We operate with a clear vision focused on building quality through hard work, honesty, and integrity.Our 12,000-square-foot facility combines advanced technology with 206 years of collective craftsmanship experience to ensure precision in every project. As Iowa's largest locally owned general contractor, we handle site work including heavy equipment operations, concrete, masonry, steel erection, and carpentry. Our construction management team coordinates projects from planning through post-construction phases, maintaining open communication to address budget and timeline concerns proactively. We specialize in design-build strategies that integrate design and construction for faster delivery and better communication. Our commitment to continuous improvement has made us a trusted partner for commercial construction needs across multiple sectors.
Services
General Contracting
Design-Build Strategy
Pre-Construction Consulting
Construction Management
Custom Cabinetry
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of commercial construction experience in Iowa City
- In-house AWI-certified architectural casework shop for quality control
- Proven design-build methodology streamlining project timelines
- Team of 150+ skilled professionals with specialized construction expertise
- Proactive budget analysis identifying cost savings opportunities
Associations and certifications
- Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI)
- Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
Services
General Contracting
We manage complete commercial construction projects from foundation to finish. Our team handles site work, concrete, masonry, steel erection, and carpentry while maintaining strict quality control. With 40+ years of local experience, we coordinate all aspects of construction to deliver functional, code-compliant buildings that meet client specifications across healthcare, education, and corporate sectors.
Design-Build Strategy
Our design-build approach combines architectural and construction services under one contract. This methodology streamlines decision-making, reduces project timelines, and ensures cohesive execution. By coordinating design and construction phases simultaneously, we maintain budget integrity while delivering customized commercial spaces that align with client vision and operational requirements.
Pre-Construction Consulting
We provide comprehensive pre-construction services including budget development, cost estimating, schedule planning, and value engineering. Our team helps establish clear project goals for scope, timeline, and quality standards. This proactive approach identifies potential challenges early, ensuring realistic planning that prevents costly mid-project adjustments while maintaining alignment with client objectives.
Construction Management
Our construction management team coordinates all project phases from initial planning through post-construction. We maintain oversight of design implementation, subcontractor coordination, and quality control while facilitating transparent communication between stakeholders. This comprehensive management approach ensures adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards across complex commercial developments.
Custom Cabinetry
Our AWI-certified in-house cabinet shop produces custom architectural casework for commercial spaces. With 206 years of combined craftsmanship experience, we fabricate laminate and wood casework to precise specifications. This vertical integration ensures quality control, schedule reliability, and immediate adaptability to design changes while supporting LEED-certified projects through FSC-certified materials.
People
Scott Wiley
Principal
With decades of construction industry leadership, Scott Wiley oversees strategic operations as Principal. His expertise in commercial project execution ensures alignment with client goals while maintaining the company's commitment to quality and integrity in Iowa City's evolving construction landscape.
Rob McComas
Principal
Rob McComas carries forward the company's legacy as Principal, combining generational construction knowledge with modern project delivery methods. He focuses on maintaining client relationships and operational excellence while upholding the standards established by the company's founders in 1977.
Tyler Nixt
Chief Financial Officer
Tyler Nixt manages financial operations with emphasis on budget integrity and project cost control. His financial leadership supports the company's growth while maintaining fiscal responsibility across complex commercial construction engagements in healthcare, education, and corporate sectors.
Brandon Hove
Estimating / Project Manager
Brandon Hove specializes in project estimation and management, translating client requirements into actionable plans. His technical expertise ensures accurate cost projections while coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver commercial projects within specified timelines and budget parameters.
Brad Cronk
Safety Director
As Safety Director, Brad Cronk implements comprehensive safety protocols across all job sites. He ensures compliance with industry standards while fostering a culture of workplace safety that protects both workers and project outcomes through proactive risk management practices.
Questions
What commercial construction services do you offer?
We provide general contracting, design-build strategies, pre-construction consulting, construction management, and custom cabinetry services for healthcare, education, corporate, and mixed-use projects.
How long have you served Iowa City?
Our company has delivered commercial construction solutions in Iowa City since 1977, maintaining local expertise for over four decades.
Are your cabinetry services certified?
Yes, our in-house casework shop holds Architectural Woodwork Institute certification and Forest Stewardship Council accreditation since 2013.
What project types do you specialize in?
We focus on healthcare facilities, educational institutions (K-12 and higher education), religious buildings, corporate headquarters, and mixed-use developments.
How do you ensure project efficiency?
We employ proactive budget analysis, maintain strong subcontractor relationships, and use integrated design-build methodologies to optimize timelines and costs.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Iowa City, we handle commercial construction projects throughout eastern Iowa and surrounding regions.
