Business Details
Your Trusted Midwest Commercial Construction Partner
At B-D Construction, we believe construction is about building trust through transparency and collaboration. Founded on Midwestern values, we specialize in guiding clients through complex projects with an open-book policy that ensures complete financial visibility. Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of combined experience in education, healthcare, commercial, and manufacturing sectors across Nebraska and Kansas. We prioritize honest communication, practical design solutions, and community impact, ensuring every project meets both functional needs and budgetary constraints. With a proven track record in construction management, design-build, and civil engineering, we serve as trusted advisors who advocate for our clients' interests at every stage.Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and client education empowers informed decision-making throughout the building process. Recognized for completing projects on time and under budget, we maintain long-term relationships through consistent delivery of exceptional value. Our local presence enables personalized service while our technical expertise handles complex challenges. We measure success not just by structures built, but by the strengthened communities we leave behind. For over three decades, our reputation for integrity and reliability has made us a preferred partner for both public and private sector clients seeking construction excellence.
Services
Construction Management
Civil Engineering
Design-Build
Pre-Construction Services
Open Book Policy
Feasibility Studies
Site Selection
Project Budgeting
Design Services
Bond Issue Review
Highlights and features
- Open Book Policy for full financial transparency
- 30+ years serving Midwest commercial construction needs
- Specialized expertise in education and healthcare facilities
- Proven track record completing projects under budget
- Local decision-making with regional construction knowledge
What people say
Completed on time and under budget
Exceptional client communication
Transparent budget management
Community-focused approach
Proven problem-solving expertise
Services
Construction Management
We provide comprehensive construction management services that prioritize client interests through transparent budget tracking and schedule coordination. Our team advocates for clients during all project phases, ensuring quality control while maintaining cost efficiency. With expertise in both public and private sector projects, we deliver complex commercial developments on time and within budget.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team offers complete site development solutions including utility planning, stormwater management, and grading design. We create constructible plans that balance regulatory requirements with cost-effective implementation. Our engineers maintain direct communication with construction teams to ensure seamless transition from design to execution.
Design-Build
We deliver design-build services that combine architectural creativity with practical construction expertise under single-source responsibility. This approach streamlines decision-making through coordinated design and construction phases, reducing project timelines while maintaining budget integrity. Our collaborative process ensures optimal value engineering throughout development.
Pre-Construction Services
Our pre-construction services include feasibility studies, site selection analysis, and budget development to establish project viability. We assist with bond issue preparation and consultant selection while providing cost analysis that informs strategic decision-making. This foundational work ensures alignment between client goals and project execution.
Open Book Policy
We maintain complete financial transparency through our open-book policy that grants clients real-time access to all project costs. Every expense from materials to labor is documented and shared, eliminating hidden fees. This approach builds trust while enabling informed decision-making throughout the construction process.
People
Brenda Benjamin
President and CEO
Brenda Benjamin leads B-D Construction with over 25 years of industry experience. Holding a business administration degree from UNK, she transitioned from Controller to CEO in 2015. Brenda focuses on preserving the company's community-centric values while driving innovation in construction management practices.
Linette Butler
General Manager
Linette Butler manages daily operations with a business administration degree from UNK. With over 25 years at BD Construction, she implemented the open-book policy and cost-plus guidelines. Linette's leadership extends to industry advocacy through her role as first woman president of AGC Nebraska Building Chapter.
Mike Kalb
Business Development Director
Mike Kalb directs business development with a finance background from UNK. His 20-year career includes financial services roles before joining BD Construction in 2002. He leads marketing initiatives and community engagement while maintaining active involvement in local education foundations.
Kent Cordes
Civil Engineer
Kent Cordes, a registered Professional Engineer, brings 20 years of civil engineering expertise to BD Construction. With advanced degrees from UNL, he specializes in stormwater management solutions. Kent contributes technical excellence to complex projects while maintaining active roles in professional associations.
Austin Larson
Construction Operations Director
Austin Larson oversees construction operations with a degree in construction management from UNK. Starting as an intern, he became LEED-certified and now manages pre-construction services. His field experience informs practical solutions for subcontractor coordination and project execution.
Questions
What construction services does BD Construction Kearney offer?
We provide construction management, design-build solutions, civil engineering, and pre-construction services for commercial, education, healthcare, and industrial projects across the Midwest.
How does the open-book policy work?
Our open-book policy grants clients real-time access to all project costs, including material purchases, labor expenses, and subcontractor payments through our construction accounting system.
Do you work with both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we serve both sectors with extensive experience in school districts, healthcare facilities, commercial developments, and municipal projects across Nebraska and Kansas.
How do you handle project budget changes?
We maintain transparent communication about budget impacts, providing cost analysis for any changes while prioritizing client approval before implementing modifications.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Kearney, Nebraska, we serve clients throughout Nebraska, Kansas, and neighboring Midwest states for commercial construction projects.
Can you assist with construction financing?
Yes, our team provides budget development services and connects clients with lending institutions to facilitate project financing arrangements.
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