Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Mechanical Construction Services in Salt Lake City
Founded in 1946, Palmer-Christiansen has built a legacy of excellence in mechanical construction. Our expertise spans healthcare, laboratory, institutional, and high-tech projects, serving public and private clients across the Wasatch Front. With decades of experience, we have completed landmark developments including LDS Hospital, Grand America Hotel, and Intermountain Medical Center. Our commitment to safety is evidenced by our 0.62 EMR rating and recognition through the Charles A. Cain Safety Award. We combine technical precision with a dedication to client satisfaction, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. Services
Healthcare Construction
Laboratory Projects
Institutional Buildings
High-Tech Facilities
Commercial Construction
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We offer over 75 years of mechanical construction expertise
- Our team specializes in complex healthcare and high-tech facilities
- Recognized for safety excellence with 0.62 EMR rating
- We've built landmark projects across the Wasatch Front
- Committed to equal opportunity employment practices
Services
Healthcare Construction
We specialize in constructing hospitals, medical centers, and healthcare facilities with complex mechanical systems. Our team ensures compliance with strict healthcare regulations while maintaining operational continuity during construction. With projects like Intermountain Medical Center and LDS Hospital, we demonstrate expertise in creating safe, efficient healthcare environments that support patient care and medical innovation.
Laboratory Projects
Our laboratory construction services address specialized HVAC, plumbing, and ventilation requirements for research environments. We implement controlled access systems and maintain strict contamination prevention protocols. Experience with biomedical research facilities like the Emma Eccles Jones Medical Science Building demonstrates our capability to deliver precision-engineered lab spaces that meet exacting scientific standards.
High-Tech Facilities
We construct advanced technology facilities with specialized mechanical systems for data centers, clean rooms, and R&D spaces. Our work at Texas Instruments facility demonstrates expertise in maintaining operational continuity while implementing complex cooling systems. We understand the critical infrastructure requirements for high-tech environments requiring 24/7 reliability and scalability.
Institutional Buildings
We deliver mechanical construction for schools, libraries, and government buildings with energy-efficient systems. Projects like the Salt Lake City Library showcase our ability to blend historical preservation with modern mechanical upgrades. Our team coordinates closely with public entities to meet budget constraints while ensuring long-term facility sustainability and community accessibility.
Commercial Construction
Our commercial construction services create functional office spaces with optimized HVAC and plumbing systems. From high-rise towers like Eagle Gate Office Tower to mixed-use developments, we implement energy-efficient solutions that reduce operational costs. We prioritize phased construction approaches to minimize business disruption during tenant improvements and new developments.
Questions
What services does Palmer-Christiansen offer?
We provide mechanical construction services for healthcare facilities, laboratories, institutional buildings, high-tech centers, and commercial projects across Utah.
How long has the company been in business?
Palmer-Christiansen has delivered mechanical construction services since 1946, with over 75 years of industry experience.
What safety certifications do you hold?
We maintain an EMR rating of 0.62 and received the Charles A. Cain Safety Award from Utah's Workers Compensation Fund.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Wasatch Front region, including Salt Lake City, Riverton, Sandy, and Lehi, Utah.
What notable projects have you completed?
Our portfolio includes LDS Hospital, Grand America Hotel, Salt Lake City Library, and Texas Instruments facility in Lehi.
