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K I S S I C KK I S S I C KCONSTRUCTION COMPANYCONSTRUCTION COMPANY

years ago Jim Kissick and

Pete Browne changed the

course of their lives and the

face of our community when they formed

Kissick Construction Company. Founded on

a fi rm foundation of collaboration, quality,

reliability and trust, Kssick Construction

Company has grown to become a heavy civil

contractor with more than 250 employees –

many of whom have been with the company

from the start.

In this celebratory anniversary book, we

explore the relationships Kissick has

formed and cherished over these 20 years

while maintaining top quality standards

in the construction business. Without a

doubt, you’ll see why Kissick considers

relationships its strongest foundation.

Our sincere thanks to everyone that has

contributed to our 20 years of success.

We can’t say enough about the teamwork

involved in the many relationships we have

formed over the years. We are very grateful

for the long tenure of employees, vendors

and clients that have contributed to our

success. We are very proud of the work we

have constructed and the company we have

built. However, none of it would be possible

without our team.

Relationships are our strongest foundation.PETE BROWNEVice President of Kissick Construction

Relationships Relationships

foundation.

BUILT ON FIRM GROUNDTwenty years ago, Jim and Pete had an eventful

talk that ended up changing the course of their

lives and the face of our community. It happened

one evening when Jim and Pete started kicking

around the idea of going out on their own. While

the family had been a part of Kansas City’s

construction industry since the 1890’s, Jim

and Pete were just starting to make a name for

themselves in the business. While things were

going well, both men believed they could do

more if they joined forces and founded their own

company. Even though in many ways they’d be

starting from scratch, they believed that if they

could hire and retain talented people, focus on

providing innovative solutions to the market and

treat clients, partners and employees with fairness

and respect every single day, they had a good

chance of making a go of it.

The next two decades of success proved the

wisdom of their decision.

Today, Kissick Constructors Company has grown

to become a heavy civil contractor with more than

250 employees – many of whom have been with

the company from the start. As a self-performing

contractor, Kissick now routinely handles large,

multi-disciplined projects and has built a

strong reputation for tackling even the trickiest

engineering challenges and for providing innovative

solutions in critical construction environments.

And it all stems from a single conversation, two

entrepreneurial spirits, and a commitment to

placing a high value on lasting relationships built

on a firm foundation of collaboration, quality,

reliability and trust.

Lloyd Kissick, Sr. First President of the Heavy Constructors Association. (HCA)

Three generations of Kissick Construction. Jim Kissick on the right.

Decades of community support by Kissick Construction. Jim Kissick with his father, Lloyd Kissick, Sr.

20 years of

COMMUNITY

GALE TALLISExecutive Director

Kissick’s involvement in the Folly’s evolution in thepast few years has been a verypositive and positive and important force.important force.

Kissick’s involvement Kissick’s involvement

CREATING A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR WHERE WE LIVE, WORK AND PLAY Kissick Construction believes in being an active, civic

partner in the communities in which we live, work and

play. Giving back is a corporate priority for us. Deeply

rooted in Kansas City, we are passionate about supporting

and inspiring generations to come. This is why we choose

to invest both our time and our money in organizations

and charities that work to provide opportunities and

growth for our region. Our involvement in supporting

local organizations is as hands-on and important to us

as our construction projects. Our community is an

investment we build on every day. And we wouldn’t

have it any other way.

Our most important raw material is trust.JIM KISSICKPresident of Kissick Construction

Our most

is trust.

OUR COMMUNITY IS AN INVESTMENT WE BUILD ON EVERY DAYIt’s no coincidence that our company initials are K.C.

Kissick Construction has helped support more local

schools, youth athletic teams, youth activities, charity

walks and bike rides than we can count. And we can

honestly say that for every opportunity in which we have

invested, we have received much more in return. No

matter the size of the event, we believe it’s our job to

help make Kansas City one of the best places in America

to live, work and play. This isn’t just our home. It’s also

the place our clients, partners and employees call home.

A great Kansas City helps recruit and retain the best

talent in the region. And so, even though we do it

because we think it’s the right thing, being a good

civic partner just makes good business sense.

NAN TIEHEN BONEPresident of St. Teresa’s Academy

I can’t even imagine where St. Teresa’s would be without Kissick.

I can’t even imagine where I can’t even imagine where

20 years of

PEOPLE

I’m going to I’m going to Kissick’s. Bill Bundschuh of

PreTech quoting Charlie Corrigan, one of the most likeable guys in the business.

Charlie said this no matter where he was going, he said this so much that some people at PreTech thought at PreTech thought it must be a bar.it must be a bar.

THE PEOPLE WHO BUILT OUR REPUTATION

A company is only as strong as the people who choose

to work for it. Maybe that’s why Kissick Construction has

built a reputation of quality, reliability and trust. We’re

fortunate to have a strong team that values hard work,

honesty and the hands-on approach of our founders.

This attitude is carried through from the good people

who estimate a project, to the project engineers and

superintendents to the foreman on the job providing

superior craftsmanship.

Our core team members have been at our company for

many years, some approaching two decades. And our

clients prosper because of it. The longevity of our team

provides continuity our clients can count on now and in

the future. So, when you’re doing business with Kissick

Construction, you’re not just doing business with Jim and

Pete. You’re doing business with team of professionals

that have the same core values as the guys that started

the firm.

It’s not acompany. It’s a family.BRENDA RICHMONDVice President of AdministrationKissick’s First Employee

It’s not a

It’s a family.

LOYALTY IS NOT A ONE-WAY RELATIONSHIP The skilled professionals that we employ have our repu-

tation, and our clients’ success, in their hands each and

every day. Fortunately, the best in the business call Kissick

Construction home. Most of our professional team has

worked together for years. They know the names of their

co-worker’s kids and spouses. They’re pretty much family –

in some cases, literally. You see, we now have fathers who

are working side-by-side with their sons transferring their

skills and knowledge to another generation of our extended

Kissick family. You can’t buy this kind of loyalty. You earn it

by creating a safe, rewarding environment and valuing each

and every person and trade who calls your company home.

DENNIS RICHARDSONVice President of Kissick Construction

What has always What has always been impressive been impressive to me is the empowerment Kissick gives the Field Leaders to make hard decisions and solve problems. solve problems.

It has been twenty fantastic years since Pete

Browne and I reopened Kissick Construction.

My grandfather and father laid a great foundation for

me in this industry for which I will be forever grateful.

As Kissick Construction has evolved over these 20

years, we have been very fortunate to be able to

employ and retain incredible craftsmen who

share the same levels of dedication, loyalty and

commitment that Pete and I believe in.

The people at Kissick believe in the spirit

and attitude of finding ways to accomplish very

special achievements all while refusing to

accept the idea that we cannot perform most

any task.

Our success goes beyond the doors at Kissick.

Since our inception, our suppliers, vendors and

subcontractors have supported us in every conceiv-

able way. Whether it has been going out of their way

A NOTE FROM JIM KISSICK

to help us meet our schedules and goals or working

alongside of us to accomplish difficult tasks, our

teammates have always been there with us.

As our history continues, we have second and

third generation families involved, including our

craftsmen as well as our managers. We are

extremely proud to have employed people from all

over the Midwest and to watch their families grow

and prosper as Kissick Construction grows.

We look forward to the next 20 years and many

years beyond that. Our sincere thanks to everyone

who has been part of these wonderful achievements.

The mutual support between our companies is admirable.Congratulations for your 20 for your 20 years of success.years of success.

The mutual The mutual

DICK VAUGHANVaughan Mechanical

CHUCK BROOCKERDConstruction Anchors

The friendship The friendship that has devel-oped and therespect they have earned has inspired me to want to go the extra mile for them.”for them.”

SUSAN PARKEREmployee of Kissick Construction

Kissick Construction is a family owned company and all who walk through the door, whether client, supplier, or employee, are employee, are welcomed into welcomed into the fold.

Kissick Construction is Kissick Construction is

These Are Experts in the Field. And You’ll Be Glad They’re on Your Side.BABETTE MACYBusiness DevelopmentKissick Construction

These Are Experts

20 years of

SKILLS

A PROUD TRADITION OF INTEGRITY & EXPERTISEKissick self-performs all of our work. That means we don’t

farm out any part of the critical projects that we are awarded.

While that gives us a lot of control and flexibility, it also

means that the buck absolutely stops with us. In truth, we

wouldn’t have it any other way. Whenever a challenge comes

our way, we see it as an opportunity to develop new solutions

that save our clients time and money. This is achieved by

pairing advanced technology with the expertise of our team

members. This is how we take risk and manage it for our

clients. This is why Kissick has a reputation for solving

complex and challenging construction environments.

DOUG HALLCEO, Musselman and Hall Contractors

We are privileged We are privileged to have Kissick to have Kissick as our competitor and thankful to have them as our friends.friends.

I continue to be impressed and humbled by the

level of talent of the individuals who have joined

the firm over the years. It has been a true pleasure

to acknowledge everyone’s individual professional

successes and celebrate the growth of the firm

as a result. These dedicated team members have

made all the difference, and I could not be more

thankful for those who have worked collaboratively

and contributed. As we welcome second and third

generation folks to the company, we have the

opportunity to continue to grow a quality team to

serve the construction industry.

Over the past 20 years we have built a strong

expertise in the civil and industrial marketplace,

providing a wide scope of construction services. From

challenging site conditions to aggressive construction

schedules, we have an impressive technical expertise

and team experience to draw from.

A NOTE FROM PETE BROWNE

But more than our strong technical skill set,

I’m very proud of the project approach we have

developed. Our team shows up with a pad of

paper and is ready to listen and take notes.

From municipal water and wastewater systems to

industrial manufacturing and power generation, we

begin each project with a thorough understanding

of the client’s facility operations and objectives.

Our “guests in their house” attitude and genuine

enthusiasm to complete our work with minimal

impact to operations has earned us the trust and

repeat business of our clients.

Of course it all starts with the opportunity to be

of service, and I am proud of our team attitude and

that we never lead with “no”. Instead, we tell our

clients that not only can we, we want to - and that

has made all the difference.

RAY KOWALIKPresident, Energy Division Burns & McDonnell

On big, complex On big, complex projects, we need to know that the work is going to get done on time, safely, and with quality. Kissick has always delivered.always delivered.

DAN BRUYNDirector of OperationsPentair Flow Technologies

I wouldn’t I wouldn’t recommend digging a 38' deep pit in the center of your manufacturing plant without plant without Kissick.

RODNEY J. MICHALKAExecutive Vice President and General ManagerTurner Construction

The can-do The can-do attitude of the Kissick group is infectious. It positively impacts everyone it everyone it touches.

20 years of

CLIENTS

TWO DECADES OF SAFETY AND QUALITYExceptional client service constitutes a core value for all

of us at Kissick Construction. Long-term relationships are

always founded on trust, integrity and accountability. It’s

one of the reasons our top clients return to work with us

time and again. It comes down to our core principles:

• We clearly plan our projects.

• We communicate openly and effectively.

• We share our knowledge and expertise.

• We partner with quality-conscious companies.

• We manage time and meet budgets.

• We love what we do (and it shows).

M.R. WEHRLY, P.E. Engineering Manager, Energy Black & Veatch

There is no better There is no better compliment to an organization than to continue to receive work from clients based on relationships and satisfaction. Kissick goes above and beyond in both beyond in both those areas.

We thrive in challenging environments. I tell clients that not only can we, we want to.PETE BROWNEVice President of Kissick Construction

We thrive in challenging We thrive in challenging

we want to

RON LOCKTON President of Lockton Companies

I don’t work I don’t work with another with another company I trust more than the owners and associates at Kissick.

Our satisfied customer list includes a number of

fortune 500 companies along with a variety of

federal, state and municipal government agencies.

These organizations are all made up of great people.

But make no mistake, they are tough customers.

Meeting their quality standards is a continual

point of pride for us. Our clients expect

best-in-class and we have grown our capabilities

with the aim of surpassing their expectations.

THE COMPANY WE KEEP

EXPERIENCED MANAGEMENT

Each project gets its own seasoned site management

team. And either Jim Kissick or Pete Browne–both

long-time project managers – work with the team on

a daily basis.

INDUSTRY RESPECT

Our relationships with partners are all founded on

mutual trust and respect. This ensures that, when

it’s all on the line, our clients will get what they need

quickly and economically.

SAFETY

We care about our people and our job sites.

Our concern for safety shows in our EMR rating,

which is below industry standards.

BILL BUNDSCHUH President PRETECH Corporation

The relationship with The relationship with Kissick Construction has gone way past a business relationship to a very personal to a very personal friendship.

PHIL MCCOYPresidentRoadBuilders Machinery

Kissick… Kissick… There’s Good, There’s Good, Better, & Best - You’re the Best You’re the Best of the Best.of the Best.

20 years of

SERVICES

JOHN FRICKDirector Electric Production EngineeringKansas City Board of Public Utilities

As a customer, having high-caliber customer-focused companies such as Kissick to participate in our projects, makes life a lot easier. Congratulations Congratulations on 20 years!on 20 years!

As a customer,

We consider it We consider it a privilege to a privilege to have partnered with Kissick on many projects over the years and look forward to continuing the relationship for many years many years to come.

SCOTT WILSONPresident, Kansas City Winwater

WE DEAL IN SOLUTIONS

Over the years, we’ve picked up a thing

or two. Here are some of the critical functions

our clients count on us to deliver in

world-class fashion.

INTEGRATED SCOPE OF SERVICES

We are skilled at providing turnkey services for

construction that starts below the ground and

continues at the surface. From deep foundations

to utilities to plant expansions.

HEAVY CIVIL EXPERIENCE

Kissick Construction has helped complete work

on many of the region’s highest profile projects

including Iatan II Generating Staion, Centerpoint

Intermodal Center, and Power and Light District.

These are part of our company’s lasting legacy.

WE DON’T DEAL IN PROJECTS

UTILITIES

Whether the utilities are underground, located

in sensitive areas, installed at night, or constructed

while remaining live, our team has the skills and

expertise to successfully deliver utility jobs of

any size.

STRUCTURAL CONCRETE

Kissick brings a unique set of skills to self-

perform the construction of mass concrete and

heavy structural concrete projects, working

inside industrial plants, utility structures and

building foundations.

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE

Utilizing a network of carefully screened

professionals, Kissick performs an array of

maintenance and repair services for clients

that prefer to out-source their on-going civil

construction projects.

PILING AND SHORING

Kissick Construction’s deep foundation expertise provides

a safe and strong working environment for the construction

process. Bringing a strong foundation to the project, our

professional field technicians work together with our project

engineers to develop a turn-key approach to piling and

shoring for the deep foundation projects.

BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION

The construction of bridges has offered Kissick

Construction a unique opportunity to draw upon all our

areas of expertise. Self-performing all the critical elements

of constructing bridges, our team of professionals has the

capabilities and experience for completing the project

successfully. Kissick Construction is strategically organized

to assist with repairs, replacements or new roadway routes

to meet the critical needs of our aging infrastructure. Our

skilled craftsman can build trestles, construct cofferdams,

and lift heavy bridge beams safely and efficiently.

SITE DEVELOPMENT

Our crews are involved in large grading and development

projects. They understand the technical requirements

necessary to accomplish everything from earth moving and

demolition to finish grading and landscaping. We bring

different disciplines together to prepare a site for the next

stage of construction.

SARAH HILL NELSONPresidentThe Bowersock Mills and Power Company

From the earliest From the earliest days of planning the project all the way through the punch list, the Kissick Team’s expertise, experience and skills were integral to were integral to our success. our success.

Nothing ahead of you is bigger or stronger than the power of Kissick Construction behind you.NAN TIEHEN BONEPresident of St. Teresa’s Academy

Nothing ahead of you is bigger or stronger than

Construction behind you.

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K I S S I C KK I S S I C KCONSTRUCTION COMPANYCONSTRUCTION COMPANY

years ago Jim Kissick and

Pete Browne changed the

course of their lives and the

face of our community when they formed

Kissick Construction Company. Founded on

a fi rm foundation of collaboration, quality,

reliability and trust, Kssick Construction

Company has grown to become a heavy civil

contractor with more than 250 employees –

many of whom have been with the company

from the start.

In this celebratory anniversary book, we

explore the relationships Kissick has

formed and cherished over these 20 years

while maintaining top quality standards

in the construction business. Without a

doubt, you’ll see why Kissick considers

relationships its strongest foundation.

Our sincere thanks to everyone that has

contributed to our 20 years of success.

We can’t say enough about the teamwork

involved in the many relationships we have

formed over the years. We are very grateful

for the long tenure of employees, vendors

and clients that have contributed to our

success. We are very proud of the work we

have constructed and the company we have

built. However, none of it would be possible

without our team.