Keeley Building Spotlight: Cement Masons

New Construction | 10,125 SF | Hazelwood, MO | April 2024

Keeley Building was called upon by Cement Masons Local 527 for a new construction on a Training Facility in Hazelwood, MO. Keeley Building served as the General Contractor on the 10,125 SF tilt-up building.

As General Contractor, Keeley Building self-performed all rough carpentry and trim packaging. The team partnered with Introba as the architect and KPFF for structural work. Design-Build, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing were completed by trusted subpartners. Keeley worked closely with all partners to ensure the project was completed to the highest quality and safety standards and that the final facility functioned as intended.

Throughout the project, a few challenges arose, but Keeley was able to mitigate those challenges to complete the project on-time and under budget. RTUs and electrical materials proved to have long lead times, but the team worked closely with partners and developed an innovative procurement log that provided weekly updates and was closely monitored to ensure all items remained on schedule. When the team was working through permitting, they ran into some areas of work that were going to extend beyond anticipated durations. The team sat down and kept a close eye on the schedule. In the end, a creative solution was implemented to shorten or overlap other areas of the work to keep the project on schedule with no delays. Weekly overall project schedule updates proved to be incredibly valuable and showed the client how dedicated the team was to exceeding their expectations.

Keeley’s in-house Quality team proved to be a true advantage and allowed the team to gain the full trust of the Owner. The client relayed that they had not seen a company with dedicated quality personnel that made regular visits to the site, conducted peer reviews, provided detailed notes and feedback, and gave their full support throughout every step of construction. The Quality Team ensured that Keeley Building gave the client the best product possible.

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This was a successful project that laid the foundation for a strong partnership between Keeley and Cement Masons.

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Keeley Construction Industrial Group Partners with IKO

By Allison Kortkamp • January 15, 2026

Keeley Construction’s Industrial Group is proud to partner with IKO on the construction of a new crushing and coloring plant, supporting the company’s continued growth through a complex, full-scope industrial build. The project includes the construction of multiple buildings, the installation of all equipment & conveyors, and complete site utility work. This project will be delivered on an aggressive 18-month schedule. Keeley’s integrated self-perform teams will execute the work, with the Civil Group handling all civil and concrete scopes and the Steel Erection and Millwright teams leading building erection and equipment installation. “We’re proud to support IKO’s first shingle granular plant in the U.S. and look forward to building a strong, lasting partnership,” said John Herrin, Vice President at Keeley Construction. “Being selected by IKO for this project is a testament to our Industrial Group’s expertise and our ability to safely and efficiently deliver complex industrial work.” IKO emphasized the importance of selecting a trusted partner for this milestone project. “When selecting a contractor for the construction of the Bismarck Granule plant, our team performed a thorough analysis looking for a responsive partner who would be able to successfully execute the project,” said Helen Pejnovich, Regional Manufacturing Director at IKO. “We selected Keeley based on their capability and reputation in the St. Louis area. The fact that both companies are family owned and share values really validated we were making the right decision in choosing Keeley for this important venture for our U.S. operations.” This initial project marks the start of a new partnership with IKO and reflects a shared commitment to safety, coordination, and execution excellence. As IKO continues to expand, Keeley Construction looks forward to supporting future growth with reliable, performance-driven solutions. About IKO: IKO is a global manufacturer of roofing, waterproofing, and insulation products with operations throughout North America and beyond. Family-owned and operated, IKO is committed to innovation, quality, and long-term partnerships that support its customers and communities. About Keeley Construction: Keeley Construction Group was founded in 1975 as a family-owned paving company. Over five decades and 1,700+ Keeley’ns later, Keeley Construction has offices across the nation and is proud to provide world-class service in various market sectors. Guided by a steadfast mission, vision, and core values, Keeley Construction strives to exceed expectations on every project, giving customers the service they demand with the quality and safety they deserve.