Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted General Contracting Partner in Brookings, SD
Mills Construction is a full-service general contracting firm with over 70 years of combined experience in the industry, serving clients across South Dakota and surrounding areas. Our team specializes in Design-Build and Construction Management methodologies, delivering high-quality projects that align with client expectations while emphasizing cost efficiency and timely execution. With offices in Brookings and Madison, SD, we prioritize core values such as respect, teamwork, work ethic, and service to communities.Our robust safety program has earned recognition through awards like the Associated General Contractors Safety Excellence Award. We are committed to building long-term relationships by combining innovative construction techniques with a client-focused approach.
Services
Design-Build
Construction Management
General Contracting
Commercial Construction
Residential Projects
Educational Facilities
Industrial Projects
Church Construction
Healthcare Facilities
Multifamily Residential
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We specialize in Design-Build projects with over 30 years of experience
- Our safety program has earned multiple industry awards since 2014
- Ability to self-perform key project elements reduces costs and improves quality
- Proven track record in commercial, educational, and residential construction across SD
- Client testimonials highlight our consistent delivery and collaborative approach
What people say
Delivered what they promised
Effective communication
Proactive problem-solving
Collaboratively with our team
Challenging project
Services
Design-Build
Mills Constructions Design-Build service integrates architectural design and construction under one contract, ensuring streamlined communication and accountability. This method reduces project timelines and costs while maintaining quality control. With over 30 years of experience, our team collaborates directly with architects, engineers, and clients to deliver customized solutions for commercial, residential, and institutional projects.
Construction Management
Our Construction Management service provides expert oversight from design to completion. We partner with clients early in the process to evaluate materials, systems, and budgets while ensuring constructability. By holding all trade subcontracts, we guarantee cost predictability and schedule adherence for complex commercial and industrial developments.
General Contracting
As a full-service general contractor since 1949, we combine self-performed work with strategic subcontracting to maintain quality and cost efficiency. Our expertise spans commercial, educational, and multifamily residential projects across South Dakota. We manage all project phases while prioritizing safety and client collaboration throughout.
Commercial Construction
Mills Construction specializes in commercial building projects including retail spaces, office complexes, and industrial facilities. Our 70+ years of regional experience ensures deep understanding of local regulations and site-specific challenges. We deliver functional, code-compliant spaces tailored to operational needs while maintaining budget integrity.
Educational Facilities
We construct and renovate K-12 schools and higher education facilities with dedicated attention to safety and pedagogical requirements. Our process engages educators and administrators throughout design to ensure spaces meet evolving educational standards. Recent projects include Brookings High School renovations and Hamlin School District developments.
People
Randy Hanson
President
Over 25 years in construction leadership, specializing in project viability analysis and team development. Former structural engineer with mechanical design expertise who joined Mills in 1997. Prioritizes safety and client relationships.
Scott Hoyes
Safety Director
20+ years of construction safety experience, including shop maintenance management. Joined Mills in 2022 after military service. Holds Coors Light in high regard while implementing rigorous safety protocols that earned industry awards.
Brady Welk
Project Manager
Specializes in design coordination and client communication. 8 years of construction management experience with a background in football coaching. Focuses on golf-related project timelines and family-centric scheduling.
Brandon Tirrill
Superintendent
Certified construction supervisor with 8 years of field experience. Combines spiritual guidance with practical execution, emphasizing Proverbs 3:5-6 principles while managing project timelines and quality control standards.
Brent Schneider
Project Manager
25+ years in project management with expertise in violin-playing time management. Focuses on coastal-inspired design solutions and Diet Coke-fueled client consultations. Prioritizes ethical construction practices since joining in 2022.
Questions
What construction services does Mills offer?
We provide Design-Build, Construction Management, and General Contracting services for commercial, residential, educational, and industrial projects across South Dakota.
Do you work outside Brookings, SD?
Yes, we serve Madison, Sioux Falls, Huron, and surrounding areas with projects recently completed in Flandreau, Watertown, and Volga, SD.
How does Mills ensure project safety?
Our award-winning safety program includes regular training, on-site protocols, and industry-recognized practices that have earned multiple safety excellence awards since 2014.
Can you handle complex design projects?
Yes, our Design-Build method features direct collaboration between designers and constructors, featuring 30+ years of experience in complex commercial and institutional developments.
