Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Solutions
Founded in 1906, IHC Construction has evolved from a concrete block manufacturer into a full-service construction firm specializing in construction management, design/build, and general contracting. Our team combines over a century of industry experience with modern expertise in commercial, institutional, and infrastructure projects. Headquartered in Elgin, Illinois, with a regional office in Marietta, Georgia, we serve public and private clients across diverse sectors. Our professionals hold degrees in construction science, civil engineering, and business administration, ensuring technical excellence and strategic project oversight.We prioritize client collaboration, safety, and innovation, maintaining long-term relationships through transparent communication and results-driven execution. Affiliated with leading industry organizations, we uphold rigorous standards in quality control, sustainability, and workforce development. Our self-performance capabilities and union partnerships enable precise schedule management and cost efficiency. Recognized for completing complex projects ahead of schedule and under budget, we remain committed to delivering value through integrity, adaptability, and a hands-on approach.
Services
Construction Management
Design/Build
General Contracting
Self-Performance
Heavy/Civil Projects
Utility Installation
Building Renovations
Infrastructure Development
Details
- Year established: 1906
Highlights and features
- Over a century of construction expertise since 1906
- Experienced team with degrees in construction and engineering
- Self-performance capabilities for schedule control
- Proven track record in complex, budget-sensitive projects
- Commitment to safety and client collaboration
What people say
Completed on time
Under budget
Professional team
Highly recommend
Excellent communication
Services
Construction Management
Our construction management services provide comprehensive project oversight from planning to completion. We specialize in educational, institutional, and municipal projects, ensuring strict budget adherence and schedule efficiency. With over 30 years of expertise, we coordinate subcontractors, manage documentation, and implement value engineering to optimize client investments.
Design/Build
IHC's design/build division offers single-source responsibility for commercial and industrial projects. We guide clients through design, budgeting, and permitting to deliver cost-effective facilities. Our integrated approach reduces timelines while maintaining quality standards, supported by strong bonding and financing capabilities for risk mitigation.
General Contracting
As a legacy general contractor, we execute public and private projects through competitive bidding. Our focus areas include heavy civil infrastructure and institutional buildings. We leverage union partnerships and in-house resources to ensure quality control and schedule reliability for complex, large-scale developments.
Self-Performance
Our self-performance capabilities include demolition, excavation, concrete work, and carpentry through unionized labor agreements. This approach provides direct control over critical project phases, reducing dependencies and ensuring adherence to safety and quality benchmarks for schedule-driven initiatives.
Heavy/Civil Projects
We specialize in roads, bridges, and water treatment facilities with expertise dating to 1913. Our heavy civil division combines modern equipment with experienced crews to deliver municipal infrastructure projects. Services include site utilities, distribution systems, and directional boring for public works and industrial clients.
People
David Rock
President and Chief Executive Officer
David Rock leads IHC Construction with strategic vision, overseeing operations since 2002. He maintains the company's founding principles while driving innovation in construction methodologies and client service standards.
Thomas S. Rakow
Executive Vice President
Thomas Rakow served as President from 1980-2002, expanding IHC's service diversity and rebranding to reflect its construction focus. He now provides executive oversight for major project initiatives and business development.
Questions
What construction services does IHC offer?
IHC provides construction management, design/build, general contracting, and self-performance services for buildings, infrastructure, and utility projects across public and private sectors.
In which regions does IHC operate?
We primarily serve Illinois and Georgia from our Elgin headquarters and Marietta regional office, with project capabilities extending nationwide through strategic partnerships.
How does IHC ensure project quality?
Our quality control combines in-house expertise, union labor agreements, and rigorous safety protocols. We maintain industry certifications and collaborate with licensed engineers and LEED professionals.
Can IHC handle complex, time-sensitive projects?
Yes. Our self-performance capabilities, experienced team, and proven track record demonstrate our ability to complete complex projects ahead of schedule while maintaining budget integrity.
What safety standards does IHC follow?
We enforce a comprehensive safety culture exceeding OSHA requirements, with dedicated protocols for all project phases and subcontractor coordination to ensure incident-free project delivery.
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