Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Excavation and Site Development in Sioux Falls
Lidel Construction has been a cornerstone of South Dakota's construction industry since 1921, evolving from a family-owned excavation business into a fourth-generation leader in infrastructure development. Our expertise spans mass excavation, utility installation, site development, and heavy equipment operations, serving commercial, residential, and public sector clients. With a workforce of 40+ skilled professionals and a fleet of advanced machinery, we combine century-old values of integrity with modern construction techniques. Our commitment to safety, precision, and on-time delivery has resulted in 500+ successfully completed projects across the state.We prioritize workforce development through structured career pathways, from laborers to project managers, ensuring continuity of expertise. As active community partners, we invest in local workforce training programs and sustainable development practices. Our acquisition of Kempf Construction in 2021 expanded our capabilities while maintaining our core philosophy of building lasting relationships through quality workmanship.
Services
Excavation Services
Site Development
Heavy Equipment
Utility Installation
Underground Infrastructure
Details
- Year established: 1921
Highlights and features
- 100+ years of continuous operation since 1921
- 40+ skilled team members with structured career pathways
- 500+ successfully completed projects on schedule
- Safety-first approach with modern excavation techniques
- Community investment through workforce development programs
Services
Excavation Services
Lidel Construction provides precision mass excavation and utility trenching for infrastructure projects. Our experienced team ensures proper site preparation with advanced machinery and safety protocols. We handle projects from large-scale earthmoving to detailed underground utility installation.
Site Development
We deliver complete site development from land clearing to final grading. Our services include drainage solutions, erosion control, and foundation preparation for commercial, residential, and public infrastructure projects across South Dakota.
Heavy Equipment
Our modern fleet supports material hauling, earthmoving, and specialized construction tasks. Skilled operators manage complex job site challenges with excavators, loaders, and dozers while maintaining strict safety standards.
Utility Installation
We specialize in underground utility excavation and pipeline installation. Our pipelayers and operators create essential infrastructure for water, sewer, and utility systems with precision and code compliance.
Project Management
Experienced foremen and project managers coordinate crews, timelines, and quality control. We ensure seamless execution from planning through completion while maintaining communication with developers and engineers.
People
Chris Lidel
CEO/Sales and Estimation
Fourth-generation leader with 25+ years in excavation contracting. Oversees business development and project estimation while maintaining family commitment to quality construction practices.
Todd Lidel
Director of Operations
Manages daily operations with 20+ years of field experience. Focuses on equipment efficiency and workforce training programs to maintain project timelines and safety standards.
Steve Olson
Project Manager
Coordinates complex infrastructure projects with 15+ years in construction management. Ensures technical specifications meet client requirements while maintaining budget and schedule parameters.
Mandy Lidel
HR/Marketing
Oversees talent development and community engagement initiatives. Implements workforce training programs that align with industry needs and company growth objectives.
Bo Atkins
Project Manager
Manages site execution for major infrastructure projects. Combines technical expertise with field experience to coordinate crews and equipment across multiple job sites simultaneously.
Questions
What services does Lidel Construction offer?
We provide excavation, site development, heavy equipment operations, utility installation, and project management services for commercial, residential, and public infrastructure projects.
How long has Lidel Construction been in business?
Since 1921, we've served South Dakota as a fourth-generation family-owned construction company with 100+ years of continuous operation.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout South Dakota with primary offices in Sioux Falls and project experience from East to West regions of the state.
Do you handle both large and small projects?
Our team manages projects of all sizes, from major infrastructure developments to specialized site preparation tasks, maintaining quality standards across all scales.
How do you ensure project safety?
We implement rigorous safety protocols, equipment maintenance schedules, and ongoing employee training to maintain industry-leading safety records.
Can you assist with project planning?
Our experienced estimators and project managers provide comprehensive planning support including timelines, budgeting, and technical specifications.
