Keeley'n Spotlight: Justin Naber

Keeley Construction is growing rapidly, and it is because of some dedicated Keeley’ns that we have been able to open up offices outside of St. Louis. Justin Naber, Director of Business Development – West, has been instrumental in growing our presence in Arizona and the western United States. His passion for Keeley and expanding our services is truly unmatched.

Justin joined the Keeley family in 2016 to help open the Keeley West Paving office, Keeley’s first office outside of St. Louis. This venture propelled our Paving teams to become a national partner, expanding our service coverage for various retail clients throughout the western United States. After seeing great success with these clients, Justin and the Arizona team worked hard to add turnkey self-performing teams that were able to perform maintenance and capital improvement services across a wide variety of market sectors. Today, Justin continues to support the West Paving team’s growth while also working with our Industrial Group to expand their services, customer base, and market share in Arizona. Over the past five years, Justin has showcased incredible leadership and was given independence in Arizona, leaving him with a great sense of empowerment in his abilities.

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“I feel empowered and motivated everyday by all the support and investments that the Keeley Construction Group leadership team has provided me and our team to strategically grow our footprint and services in the West market. It’s all about accountability and trust in the system, vision, and scorecard process!”

Justin didn’t immediately join the construction industry upon graduating from college. He began his career working at Anheuser Busch during which a colleague introduced him to Fred Weber, Inc., a local St. Louis construction & material services company. He joined the Fred Weber team and worked his way through field and quality control lab positions to become the Director of Business Development. He stayed with Fred Weber for 12 years and built professional relationships with Rich Roberts, Senior VP of Business Development for Paving, and Matt Taylor, Senior VP of Paving. After relocating to Phoenix in 2015, Matt Taylor approached him about opening an office in Phoenix and the rest is history. Justin is incredibly thankful that he joined the construction industry, as it has been rewarding to be able to work with great people, sell the Keeley brands and services, and see the impact he and his team are having as they build the future of America. The construction industry is booming, so if he could give one piece of advice to those looking to join the industry, it would be:

“Find a mentor, join professional organizations, be active in your community, align yourself with trade-minded people, and create a vision to expand your personal and professional brand.”

Justin’s five-year journey with Keeley has been one full of excitement and growth that does not seem to be slowing down anytime soon. He is excited for the future of the West market with a vision to grow exponentially year over year and bring all Keeley Companies and business groups to Arizona. He is guided every day by Larry Keeley’s founding words – “Quality, safety, and service never go out of style.” Justin strives to live out this mission every single day. He is dedicated to our core values – PRIDE – and wears Empowerment on his sleeve, working to create a contagious effect with his team, clients, partners, family, and friends to always strive for the best. His dedication to all things Keeley radiates and influences those around him. He truly believes that he has found his career destination and is excited to see where the journey takes him.

“I love to sell our brand, culture, and values to spotlight Keeley as a career destination for those that are eager to join our family of amazing talent and want to invest in themselves and others to help better the construction industry and the world.”

Justin, thank you for your passion and vision for growth. Your efforts in Arizona have propelled us to new heights and we can’t wait to see what the future has in store for you!

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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.