Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Springfield, MO
Rich Kramer Construction has been a trusted name in the construction industry since 1930, built on a legacy of craftsmanship and integrity. Our family-owned business combines three generations of expertise with modern construction techniques to deliver exceptional results. We specialize in commercial, industrial, and educational projects, offering comprehensive services from pre-construction planning to final execution. Our team of over 70 professionals and 40 skilled craftsmen ensures every project meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency. We prioritize client communication, value engineering, and safety, maintaining full in-house resources to control timelines and costs effectively.With a focus on self-performance capabilities, we handle critical construction functions directly, reducing reliance on subcontractors. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our design-build solutions and competitive bid market participation. Recognized for our expertise in structural steel erection and pre-engineered metal buildings, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining deep roots in Springfield, Missouri. We uphold a strict safety program and drug testing protocols to protect our team and deliver projects without compromise. This unwavering dedication to excellence has earned us long-term partnerships and repeat business across diverse industries.
Services
Pre-Construction
General Contracting
Steel Erection
Design-Build
Self-Performance
Competitive Bidding
Metal Buildings
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- Three generations of construction expertise since 1930
- Full in-house resources for superior project control
- Specialized steel erection and pre-engineered metal building capabilities
- Proven design-build process expediting project timelines
- Strict safety protocols with certified crews and equipment
Services
Pre-Construction
Our pre-construction services optimize project outcomes through site evaluation, budget analysis, and value engineering. We collaborate with design teams to establish clear goals for quality, cost, and timelines while identifying potential scheduling risks. This proactive approach ensures efficient resource allocation and client satisfaction through informed decision-making before construction begins.
Steel Erection
Specialized structural steel erection services combine advanced techniques with rigorous safety training for complex projects. Our certified crews handle commercial and industrial installations, including iconic local landmarks, with precision engineering and quality control. In-house equipment maintenance ensures reliable execution for both small-scale and large-format steel construction requirements.
Design-Build
Our design-build solutions streamline construction through single-source responsibility, accelerating timelines by 20-30% compared to traditional methods. This collaborative approach ensures seamless coordination between designers and builders, providing early cost certainty while maintaining design flexibility and minimizing bidding-related delays for commercial and institutional clients.
General Contracting
Full-service general contracting leverages 90+ years of expertise and extensive in-house resources to control quality, cost, and schedules. We manage all project phases from concept to completion, utilizing owned equipment and experienced personnel to deliver complex commercial, industrial, and educational facilities with proven reliability and efficiency.
Self-Performance
Self-performance capabilities cover site work, concrete foundations, carpentry, and metal building systems through 40+ skilled craftsmen. This direct approach reduces subcontractor dependencies, ensuring faster timelines and consistent quality control while maintaining competitive pricing through optimized resource utilization across all project phases.
People
Richard Kramer
President, Owner
Third-generation construction leader with 40+ years of industry experience, overseeing strategic operations and client relationships while maintaining family commitment to quality and integrity.
Bob Kramer
Vice President, Owner
Co-owner with extensive field and management expertise, ensuring project execution aligns with company standards through hands-on oversight of construction processes and team development.
Lance Garrett
Pre-Construction & Construction Manager
Manages pre-construction planning and project execution, applying technical expertise to optimize budgets, schedules, and resource allocation for complex commercial and industrial developments.
David Trousdale
Senior Project Manager
Leads major construction initiatives with 25+ years of experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with specifications while maintaining timelines and quality benchmarks.
Rockey Swisher
General Superintendent
Directs field operations and quality control programs, implementing safety protocols and mentoring crews to uphold construction standards across diverse project types and scales.
Questions
What construction services do you specialize in?
We offer full-service commercial, industrial, and educational construction with expertise in pre-construction planning, steel erection, design-build solutions, and self-performing critical trades.
Do you handle projects outside Missouri?
While based in Springfield, we complete projects nationwide, with recent work spanning multiple states for clients in manufacturing, healthcare, and institutional sectors.
What project sizes do you manage?
Our portfolio includes projects ranging from $5,000 renovations to $15 million new constructions, adapting resources to meet diverse scope and budget requirements.
How do you ensure construction safety?
We maintain OSHA-compliant safety programs with regular crew training, drug testing, and equipment maintenance to minimize risks across all job sites.
Can you assist with facility leasing arrangements?
Yes, our development/build-lease services help clients construct and finance facilities while focusing on core business operations through tailored partnership models.
How do I request a project estimate?
Contact our estimators via phone or email with project details to receive competitive pricing analysis and feasibility assessment for your construction needs.
