Keeley Construction Power of One Spotlight: Stellar Manufacturing

Keeley Construction proudly provides innovative solutions across our four business groups: Civil, Paving, Building, and Industrial. Stellar Manufacturing called upon Keeley Construction for a Building expansion and each of our business groups stepped up to provide exceptional customer service and innovative solutions to complete this project.

Keeley Industrial served as the General Contractor on this 100,000 SF expansion project, driving schedule, controlling cost, and ensuring quality and safety were always at the forefront. As General Contractor, the team also worked in close coordination with the owner, operations, neighbors, traffic control, and Keeley’s preconstruction team to ensure a smooth, efficient project. The Industrial team self-performed all structural steel and equipment setting work. The Keeley Building Group worked closely with the Industrial Group on all General Contracting responsibilities and kept an open line of communication with all internal and external partners. The Building Group self-performed interior system installation, rough carpentry, and finished carpentry while providing overall field supervision. The Civil Infrastructure team worked through their subsurface scope with Keeley’s Geospatial team and self-performed dirt work, storm & sanitary improvements, waterline install, site draining improvements, concrete foundations & loading dock walls, equipment pads, site concrete, concrete casting beds, site grading, gravel access roads, and restoration. Lastly, the Paving Group came in to self-perform all heavy duty paving, light duty paving, and parking lot striping.

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One of the largest challenges faced by the team on this project was subsurface conditions. The unpredictable conditions led to foundation design changes and recommendations. However, Keeley was able to prepare to the best of their ability to provide innovative solutions and keep the project on track. When it came time to begin paving, the soft subgrade and wet soil proved to be a hurdle. The Civil team stepped up and went above and beyond to ensure the base was stabilized in preparation for the asphalt. This constant, effective communication allowed the team to work through this challenge while staying on schedule, exceeding all expectations.

The Keeley Power of One provided true advantages throughout the entire duration of this project, with Keeley’s guidance saving costs and providing true expertise in driving various decisions for the project. From a Paving perspective, Keeley’s Geospatial team played a key role in designing additional areas of pavement that weren’t in the original scope, providing more adequate drainage and mitigating future issues.

Keeley was incredibly proud to provide the Power of One to our trusted manufacturing partner, building an even stronger relationship.

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.
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