Industrial Construction Servicesfor Manufacturing and Facilities.
Your facility doesn't stop for construction.
We know What
Industrial Projects Require.
Industrial owners aren't looking for a contractor who shows up and figures it out. They need someone who knows the job before the first meeting. Active facilities. Tight clearances. Work around running production. No tolerance for delays that stop the line.
Koehn Construction Services has built for manufacturers, processors, and distribution clients across Southeast Kansas, Tulsa, Wichita, Kansas City, and more. We know what an active facility demands. We plan around it, not in spite of it.
Built for the operation.
Hover each sector to see what we know about the work.
Manufacturing
New facilities, additions, and renovations for clients who need space that works as hard as their equipment. We know floor loads, utility demands, and what it takes to build around a running floor.
Processing and Distribution
Facilities built for throughput. Clear spans, heavy floors, dock layouts, and truck access - we've built them and we know what drives the decisions.
Warehouse and Storage
Storage facilities where the structure has to fit the operation. Rack heights, floor specs, fire systems, site utilities - all part of the scope.
Facility Expansions
Adding space to an active facility is one of the harder jobs in construction. Phasing, utility tie-ins, keeping the operation running - this is where field experience matters most.
Aviation Facilities
Hangars, terminal support buildings, and runway-adjacent construction demand FAA coordination, restricted access, and precision site work. We know the requirements firsthand.
The Contractor that Grows with You.
Industrial clients don't stand still. You add capacity. You open a second plant. You upgrade a facility that's been running for twenty years. Every project has a learning curve - unless your contractor already knows how you work.
When KCS builds your first facility, we learn your program. We know your floor loads, how your equipment moves, and how you make decisions. The second project starts ahead of where the first one did.
That's the value of a long-term contractor. If you have more than one project ahead of you, let's talk before the next one starts.
READY TO BUILDWHAT THIS WORK REQUIRES
Phasing Around Operations
Most clients can't shut down. Work gets planned in phases so the facility keeps running. That takes solid planning and a crew who sticks to it.
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WHAT THIS WORK REQUIRES
Tighter Tolerances
Floor flatness, column spacing, clear heights - these have to hit the spec. Equipment and racking systems don't have room for error. Close enough isn't good enough.
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WHAT THIS WORK REQUIRES
Heavier Site Work
Industrial sites carry more load: trucks, forklifts, heavy gear. The earthwork, utilities, and concrete scope is more demanding than most commercial builds. We self-perform all three.
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Delivery Method Matters
Design-build is often the best fit. It gets KCS in early and gives you cost certainty before the design is locked. If your plans are done, general contracting or construction management may be the better path.
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MPAC Aviation Services LLC
MPAC Aviation Services partnered with Koehn Construction Services to convert a former O’Reilly Auto Parts building into a modern, purpose-built facility. With over 40 years of experience in the aviation industry, MPAC is guided by the mission to serve our customers the way we want to be served - a value Koehn shares in helping clients achieve their goals through creative building solutions. The project included full exterior and interior renovations as part of a complete design-build approach. We installed a new TPO roof system, Masterline 16 wall panels, and redesigned the front facade for a more modern appearance. Interior updates included new office space, a clean room, a small warehouse, and fully renovated areas such as the reception, restrooms, and employee kitchen. To support the structure, we demolished the neighboring building, removed the stem wall, reinforced the shared steel barrier, dug a trench near the parking lot, and removed the existing brick base.
VIEW THIS PROJECT →Common questions about industrial construction.
What is an industrial general contractor?
An industrial general contractor manages the construction of plants, warehouses, and other industrial buildings. The work is more complex than standard commercial. Tighter specs. Heavier site work. Building around active operations. We self-perform earthwork, concrete, and utilities on every industrial project we manage.
Can you build around an active manufacturing facility?
Yes. Phased work around active facilities is something we do often. It takes solid planning, clear talks with the facility team, and a crew who holds to the schedule. We've done it. We know what it takes to keep things running while construction happens around it.
What delivery method is best for an industrial project?
Design-build is often the best fit. KCS gets involved before the design is locked - so cost and scope decisions happen while they're still flexible. One contract. One point of contact. If your design is done, general contracting or construction management may make more sense.
How does KCS handle site work on industrial projects?
Industrial sites carry more load and have more demanding utility needs than most commercial builds. We self-perform earthwork, utilities, and concrete. One crew for all three. No gaps. No finger-pointing when something doesn't line up.
What size industrial projects does KCS take on?
We've built from smaller additions to large plants over 100,000 square feet. Size matters less than fit. If your project is in our service area and the scope matches our capabilities, we'll tell you straight whether we're the right crew for it.
Built for manufacturers who can't afford to slow down.
Tell us about your facility and we'll tell you how we'd approach the build.