Recognizing Excellence in Kansas Construction

Harbinger Concrete Construction partnered with USD 489 Hays Unified School District to deliver extensive concrete work for the multi-phase USD 489 Hays High School project. The large-scale development required precise planning and resource coordination as crews managed multiple scopes of work simultaneously, often executing six to seven distinct concrete operations at once. The project featured technically complex elements, including uniquely shaped seating areas, stairs, and structural components within the performing arts center, requiring adaptive planning and innovative execution strategies. The campus design also incorporates a distinctive layout that connects the athletics wing directly to the football stadium, creating a seamless student and community experience. Through strong field leadership and daily collaboration with the general contractor and trade partners, Harbinger successfully navigated the project’s scale and challenges, delivering durable, high-quality concrete construction that supports a modern educational environment.

Hutton partnered with the Kansas Department of Administration, PGAV, and Clark Huesemann to transform the Docking State Office Building site into a modern facility positioned prominently within the Capitol complex. The project required the careful deconstruction of the existing 14-story structure while maintaining critical infrastructure serving the surrounding government campus. Rather than traditional demolition, Hutton implemented a meticulous salvage strategy to preserve historic materials, including limestone, greenstone, marble, glass, and ornamental exterior carvings, allowing these elements to be repurposed within the new development. The highly coordinated effort balanced historical preservation, sustainability, and complex logistical challenges within an active government environment. Completed through collaboration with Kansas-based partners and trades, the project honors the building’s legacy while creating a forward-looking state facility designed to serve Kansans for generations.

The Law Company partnered with the Museum of Art + Light and LK Architecture to transform a visionary concept into a one-of-a-kind cultural destination in Manhattan, Kansas. Delivered as a design-build project, the museum integrates traditional, digital, and immersive art experiences within a complex structure constructed on a constrained site and connected to an existing building. The facility features advanced technical infrastructure to support more than 100 projection systems, allowing dynamic, interactive artwork to transform interior spaces. The project also required significant structural coordination, including large-scale trusses, specialized concrete foundations, and a distinctive metal panel building envelope. Completed on an accelerated schedule, the Museum of Art + Light stands as a landmark destination that enhances the local arts community while showcasing the power of collaboration, innovation, and craftsmanship.

JE Dunn Construction partnered with Children’s Mercy + Camber Mental Health and Hoefer Welker to deliver the Children’s Mercy + Camber Mental Wellness Campus, a purpose-built facility designed to transform behavioral healthcare for children and adolescents. Through intentional collaboration during planning and design, the team developed innovative solutions that elevate patient care and support those experiencing the highest levels of mental health need. The campus integrates evidence-based design elements—including abundant natural light, calming color palettes, and thoughtfully designed interior and exterior courtyards—to create a therapeutic environment that promotes healing and recovery. Delivered ahead of schedule, the facility has expanded access to critical mental health services and serves as a vital resource for the community, providing life-changing care to thousands of patients and families each year.

Simpson Construction partnered with Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church and Alloy Architecture to restore and rebuild the historic Fort Scott church following a devastating lightning-induced fire in 2022. Originally constructed in the 1860s, the project required careful coordination with insurance requirements while determining whether restoration or full reconstruction would best preserve the church’s character. Simpson worked closely with subcontractors and artisans to replicate original architectural details using modern construction methods and materials, ensuring historical accuracy while enhancing long-term durability. From intricate woodwork crafted by Simpson’s in-house carpenters to the restoration and recreation of religious artwork and statues, the project successfully blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary building practices, preserving an important place of worship and community heritage for generations to come.