Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Construction Solutions
Since 1972, K & S Associates has delivered superior construction services through a straightforward, client-focused approach. Our team specializes in complex commercial and industrial projects, including schools, airports, and municipal facilities, with a proven track record of completing over $1.1 billion in projects over 50 years. We prioritize collaboration with experienced subcontractors and design teams, ensuring cost-effective solutions and timely delivery. Our expertise in General Contracting, Design Build, and Construction Management is supported by a 35% annual estimating success rate, far exceeding the industry average. With project managers averaging 10+ years of experience, we maintain rigorous safety standards and transparent communication.Our commitment to pre-planning and value engineering ensures clients receive quality results without budget overruns. Having renovated 8 schools in a single summer and completed a 90-day airport terminal expansion, we demonstrate unmatched reliability. Headquartered in St. Louis, we serve clients across Missouri, Illinois, and beyond, combining local knowledge with national capabilities. Our repeat business from institutions like the University of Missouri and Southwest Airlines underscores our reputation for excellence. At K&S, we measure success through client satisfaction and long-term partnerships built on trust and accountability.
Services
General Contracting
Design Build
Construction Management
School Renovations
Airport Construction
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 35% annual estimating success rate vs. 10% industry average
- Our project managers average 10+ years of experience at K&S
- We implement simple, accurate CPM schedules for project coordination
- Our safety-first approach begins at project inception
- We process subcontractor payments promptly and transparently
What people say
Completed projects ahead of schedule
Excellent subcontractor coordination
Proven expertise in educational facilities
Transparent communication
Reliable cost management
Services
General Contracting
K & S Associates provides competitive General Contracting services with a 35% annual success rate in winning bids. Our team offers pre-bid consultation, value engineering solutions, and post-bid execution for commercial and institutional projects. With over $500 million in completed work over the past decade, we deliver quality results through experienced project teams and trusted subcontractors.
Design Build
Our Design Build approach combines general contracting expertise with specialized architectural partnerships. This method streamlines project delivery through coordinated design and construction phases. We match clients with appropriate design teams while maintaining budget control and quality standards throughout the process from concept to completion.
Construction Management
We offer comprehensive Construction Management services focusing on cost control, scheduling, and quality assurance. Our experienced managers oversee all project phases, from pre-construction planning to final closeout. This includes document review, subcontractor coordination, and implementation of efficient construction methodologies tailored to each project's needs.
School Renovations
Specializing in K-12 and higher education projects, we've completed over $500 million in school renovations and additions. Our team handles complex upgrades while minimizing disruption to educational operations. This includes HVAC replacements, classroom expansions, and modernization projects completed during tight summer schedules.
Airport Construction
With experience at Lambert St. Louis International Airport, we deliver specialized airport construction solutions. Our capabilities include terminal expansions, concourse renovations, and infrastructure upgrades meeting strict aviation requirements. We've completed critical projects like Southwest Airlines' 90-day terminal addition while maintaining operational continuity.
People
Thomas Kraska
President
With over 45 years in construction, Tom Kraska leads K & S Associates' strategic direction. He oversees all contracting operations and maintains key client relationships, leveraging his extensive industry experience since 1977 to ensure project success.
Dennis Dyes
Vice President
Dennis Dyes brings 30+ years of construction expertise to K&S, managing business development and operations. Since joining in 2009, he's strengthened subcontractor relationships and improved project delivery processes through his deep industry knowledge gained since 1991.
Josh Quick
Vice President of Construction Operations
Josh Quick directs construction operations with 25+ years of commercial construction experience. Since 2007, he's implemented efficient project management systems and maintained quality control standards across K&S's diverse portfolio of complex building projects.
Questions
What construction services does K&S Associates offer?
We provide General Contracting, Design Build, and Construction Management services for commercial, educational, transportation, and institutional projects.
How long has K&S been in business?
Since 1972, we've delivered construction solutions across the Midwest with a focus on quality and client satisfaction.
What project types do you specialize in?
We specialize in K-12 schools, universities, airports, municipal buildings, and complex renovation projects requiring specialized expertise.
How does your Design Build process work?
We pair our contracting expertise with trusted architectural partners to streamline design and construction phases under one contract, ensuring cost control and timely delivery.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Missouri and Illinois, with completed projects across the Midwest including educational institutions and transportation facilities.
