Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Iowa Construction Partner Since 1951
Peters Construction has been delivering comprehensive construction solutions since 1951. Our team of skilled professionals specializes in transforming client visions into reality through meticulous planning, expert project management, and hands-on craftsmanship. With over seven decades of experience, we maintain a steadfast commitment to integrity, quality, and client partnership across diverse sectors including commercial, industrial, healthcare, and educational facilities. Our unique ability to oversee projects from conceptual design through construction ensures clients receive tailored spaces that meet their specific needs. By fostering long-term relationships with architects, engineers, and trade contractors, we guarantee optimal value and efficiency.Our self-performance capabilities in demolition, carpentry, steelwork, and concrete allow greater control over timelines and budgets. Transparent communication and problem-solving expertise define our approach to managing project details, compliance, and quality assurance. We prioritize finishing projects to exacting standards while providing ongoing support post-completion. Recognized for our community involvement and industry leadership, we continue to grow through employee dedication and client satisfaction. Our philosophy of continuous improvement and exceeding expectations has cemented our reputation as a trusted construction partner in the Midwest region.
Services
Pre-Construction Planning
Construction Management
Design-Build Services
Project Delivery System
Value Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- 70+ years of continuous operation with proven construction expertise
- In-house team performs critical construction phases for quality control
- Experienced project managers ensure transparent communication and problem-solving
- Established partnerships with top architects and trade contractors
- Client partnership approach prioritizes tailored solutions over standardized offerings
What people say
Skilled project management
Quality craftsmanship
Transparent communication
Experienced team
Timely completion
Services
Pre-Construction Planning
Our pre-construction services establish project foundations through budget development, timeline creation, and design coordination. We analyze client needs against financial constraints while maintaining transparent communication throughout the planning process. This phase leverages our industry relationships to identify optimal design teams and material sourcing solutions.
Construction Management
We provide comprehensive project management covering scheduling, cost tracking, quality assurance, and compliance monitoring. Our team coordinates all stakeholders while maintaining direct client communication to address challenges proactively. This service ensures alignment between client vision and project execution across all phases.
Design-Build Services
Our design-build approach streamlines construction by combining design and execution under one contract. This method reduces project timelines while maintaining quality through coordinated planning and implementation. Clients benefit from simplified decision-making and accountability throughout the building process.
Value Engineering
We analyze project requirements to identify cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality. This service focuses on optimizing material selection, construction methods, and design elements while maintaining functional requirements and aesthetic goals through collaborative problem-solving.
Self-Performance Capabilities
Our skilled craftsmen handle critical construction phases including demolition, carpentry, steelwork, and concrete. This direct control ensures quality standards, schedule adherence, and cost efficiency. We strategically combine in-house capabilities with trusted trade partners to deliver optimal project outcomes.
People
Brad Best
President
University of Northern Iowa graduate with 20+ years construction experience. Leads major projects like Martin Brothers Distributing expansions and Single Speed Brewery renovations. Active in Cedar Valley community leadership and Master Builders of Iowa board.
Nate Peters
Controller
Kirkwood and Wartburg graduate with construction management expertise. Serves as Controller since 2008 and Vice President since 2015. Completed MBEye on the Future training, focusing on financial and operational management.
Gabe Berger
Operations Manager
University of Northern Iowa graduate with business administration expertise. Manages human resources and financial operations after previous roles at Target Distribution and Prairie Lakes Church. Brings diverse management experience to construction operations.
Ray Starbuck
General Superintendent
20+ years construction experience with Hawkeye Community College apprenticeship training. Oversees all job sites as General Superintendent, ensuring quality control and coordination across active projects in the region.
Dan Keagle
Preconstruction Manager
Iowa State University construction engineering graduate with 10+ years at Peters. Manages preconstruction phase while serving on local advisory committees. Brings extensive experience from previous large commercial construction firms.
Questions
What construction services does Peters Construction offer?
We provide full-service construction solutions including pre-construction planning, construction management, design-build services, and value engineering across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
How long has Peters Construction been in business?
Peters Construction has operated continuously since 1951, with our current leadership team maintaining multi-generational industry expertise.
What areas does Peters Construction serve?
We primarily serve Iowa communities including Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Des Moines, and surrounding Midwest regions for commercial and industrial projects.
What makes Peters Construction different from competitors?
Our unique combination of in-house craftsmanship, transparent communication, and client partnership approach ensures tailored solutions with quality control across all project phases.
Can Peters Construction handle both new builds and renovations?
Yes, we specialize in both ground-up construction and renovation projects, with extensive experience transforming existing spaces to meet modern requirements.
