What KPH Construction does

KPH Construction is a privately held, full-service construction and environmental remediation firm headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, founded in 1999 by Keith P. Harenda. The company delivers commercial construction management, design/build, historic restoration, healthcare construction, and a full environmental remediation practice through its operating divisions KPH Environmental Corp and the SA Herbst Training Solutions subsidiary. Core services span general contracting for commercial, healthcare, education, affordable housing, and public-sector work, paired with environmental capabilities including Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, asbestos/lead/mold abatement, soil and tank services, air-quality monitoring, and regulated demolition performed by in-house certified personnel.

KPH's go-to-market is anchored on government and military contract vehicles: a GSA Region 5 R&A IDIQ contract with a $25M ceiling across Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Ohio, a U.S. Army Design/Build MATOC at Fort McCoy with a $20M ceiling, State of Wisconsin DOA certifications for asbestos and hazardous-material work, and incumbent task-order work for all three Wisconsin Air National Guard bases (128th ARW, 115th FW, Volk Field). Commercial revenue comes from negotiated contracts with healthcare systems, school districts (including nine Milwaukee Public Schools projects in 2024), commercial developers, and affordable-housing developers, including a 2025 joint venture (Growth-KPH, LLC) with Envision Growth LLC for a 40-home early-childhood-educator development. Pricing is project-based via competitive bidding on public work and negotiated terms on private projects; no standard pricing tiers are publicly disclosed.

The company employs 101-250 people, operates from its own campus at 1237 W. Bruce St in Milwaukee's HUBZone, and has held its HUBZone certification for over 15 years, a designation it identifies as exclusive to a full-service construction and environmental company in Southeastern Wisconsin. Geographic reach spans Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Iowa, New York, Kansas, and Florida, with federal past performance providing eligibility for contract awards across the broader Midwest region.

Name

KPH Construction

Legal name

KPH Construction

Website

https://kphconstruction.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

KPH Construction is a privately held Milwaukee-based firm providing commercial construction management, design/build, and integrated environmental remediation (asbestos, lead, mold abatement, site assessments) for government, military, healthcare, education, and commercial developers across the Midwest.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Milwaukee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Construction Services: KPH generates revenue through general contracting, construction management, and design/build services for commercial, healthcare, education, public sector, housing, and historic restoration projects. Revenue is project-based with contracts ranging from small renovations to multi-million dollar government projects.
2. Environmental Remediation Services: KPH Environmental provides Phase I/II environmental site assessments, asbestos abatement, lead remediation, mold remediation, soil/tank services, air quality monitoring, hazardous waste removal, and demolition services. These specialized services are performed for both public and private sector clients as one-time project engagements.
3. Government Contract Vehicles: KPH operates under multiple government contract vehicles including GSA IDIQ contracts (up to $25M over 5 years), U.S. Army MATOC contracts (up to $20M over 5 years), and state certifications for asbestos abatement (up to $4M per project). These contract vehicles provide ongoing revenue opportunities across multiple task orders.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

KPH Construction is a full-service construction and environmental remediation firm that delivers commercial construction management, design/build services, and hazardous-material abatement for government, healthcare, education, commercial development, and affordable housing clients. Its integrated environmental division (KPH Environmental) provides Phase I/II site assessments, asbestos/lead/mold remediation, air quality, soil and tank services, and demolition, all performed by in-house certified personnel. The firm operates across the Midwest under multiple-award government contract vehicles and serves as a single point of contact for both construction and environmental scopes.

Product overview

KPH Construction is a privately owned construction and environmental services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of services. The core offerings include Commercial Construction Management and Design/Build services for projects throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. The Environmental division (KPH Environmental) provides Phase 1 & 2 Environmental Site Assessments, asbestos abatement, mold remediation, lead remediation, air quality services, soil & tank services, and demolition. A subsidiary, SA Herbst Training Solutions, provides safety training programs. The company specializes in healthcare construction, historic restoration, public sector/government construction, and affordable/workforce housing. KPH Environmental operates as an integrated division supporting both demolition and renovation projects, while SA Herbst provides complementary training services for the environmental safety programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SA Herbst: Training company providing training in asbestos, lead, and safety programs for industrial, commercial, government, and institutional markets

Products and services

• Commercial Construction Management Comprehensive construction management services that oversee planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution to ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery for commercial projects.
• Design/Build Services Delivery method where a single contractor manages both design and construction, reducing risk, improving coordination, and accelerating project timelines.
• Environmental Remediation Services Identification, management, and removal of hazardous materials including asbestos, lead, mold, contaminated soil, and regulated waste to ensure properties meet federal, state, and local environmental compliance standards.
• Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments Registered Environmental Assessors deliver Phase I assessments for real estate due diligence and Phase II assessments involving sample collection, on-site testing, and documentation of site conditions.
• Asbestos Abatement Safe, efficient, and cost-effective identification and abatement of asbestos-containing materials across multi-family, commercial, and government properties with thorough inspections and site-specific abatement plans.
• Mold Remediation and Flood Cleanup Specialized containment structures and techniques to remediate mold spores and handle water damage cleanup from burst pipes, rain leaks, and flood damage with cross-trained technicians.
• Lead Remediation Inspection, risk assessment, containment, removal, and proper disposal of lead-containing materials following all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Healthcare Construction Construction and renovation projects in hospitals, urgent care facilities, and health clinics with infection control, noise mitigation, emergency protocols, and patient/staff protection.
• Historic Restoration Historic restoration of commercial and government buildings with expertise working with National Park Service and state agencies to restore historically significant buildings and secure historic tax credits.
• Public Sector and Government Construction Construction services cleared at the highest government levels for GSA, FAA, FBI, Secret Service, CIA, Department of Transportation, and all military branches, including IDIQ contracts.
• Housing Construction Services Affordable housing, workforce housing, multi-family developments, student housing, and emergency shelter construction including environmental abatement and design/build work.
• Demolition Services Demolition with environmental component including EPA/NESHAPS notification, asbestos abatement, and universal waste remediation as a turnkey operation with LEED compliance.
• Air Quality Services Air quality monitoring, air operations permitting, and air emissions compliance with experience in active healthcare environments implementing infection control measures.
• Soil and Tank Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced project timelines through design/build delivery method
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Growth-KPH, LLC (Joint Venture with Envision Growth LLC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Joint venture between KPH Construction Corp. led by Keith P. Harenda and Envision Growth LLC led by Oby Nwabuzor, DrPH, MBA. Envision Growth serves as lead emerging developer while KPH serves as general contractor and helped finance construction for the affordable housing initiative for early childhood educators. The JV developed six homes as part of a 40-home development in Milwaukee.
• City of Madison (Community Development Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2024Partnership with City of Madison and CDA for Theresa Terrace Townhomes affordable housing redevelopment. KPH broke ground on six 3-bedroom townhomes designed for families earning up to 60% of Dane County Area Median Income. Project includes permanent affordability guarantees.
• Milwaukee BucksflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023KPH is a Small Business Partner of the Milwaukee Bucks. Partnership provides visibility at games, Fiserv Forum events, and networking opportunities with other local businesses through the Eleven Sports Media network. KPH has been a partner since the program's founding.
• Wisconsin Air National GuardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKPH serves as construction management and design/build partner for all three Wisconsin Air National Guard bases: 128th Air Refueling Wing (Milwaukee), 115th Fighter Wing (Madison), and Volk Field (Camp Douglas). Multiple-award task order contracts for ongoing projects including Medical Readiness Facility, Engine Shops, F-35 support facilities, and fire station renovation.
• U.S. Army (Fort McCoy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAwarded Design/Build Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) with U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort McCoy. First-of-its-kind contract at Fort McCoy with maximum value of $20,000,000 over five years covering new construction, renovations, remodels, and specialized repair work.
• General Services Administration (GSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGSA Region 5 R&A IDIQ contract holder with maximum value of $25,000,000 over five years covering all GSA properties in Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Ohio. KPH has held similar regional IDIQ contracts with GSA for over 20 years with nearly $20 million in completed projects.
• Hebron Housing ServicesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNon-profit addressing homelessness in the greater Milwaukee area. Founder Keith Harenda serves as Vice President on the board. KPH is a proud supporter of Hebron's mission providing both short-term emergency shelter and paths to stable housing.
• U.S. Air Force / Air National GuardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCleared at highest levels of government to immediately perform work without delay. Served Air National Guard, General Services Administration (GSA), Great Lakes Naval Base, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Army National Guard, and other government and military clients.
• State of Wisconsin Department of Administration (Division of Facilities Development)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-certified to bid on asbestos abatement and hazardous material removal projects up to $4,000,000 per project. Also recertified for Small Project Program with budgets up to $600,000. Completed Camp Randall Sports Center Shell asbestos abatement project for UW Madison athletics facility.
• Wisconsin Chapter of Environmental Information Association (EIA)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerKPH Environmental plays a leadership role in the annual Wisconsin Asbestos Conference, sponsored in December. Executive Vice President Kert Harenda participates in the conference to stay current on industry changes and network with industry professionals.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Hunzinger Construction Company: Milwaukee-based construction manager serving commercial, healthcare, education, and government clients. Direct regional peer competing for many of the same Wisconsin public-sector opportunities.
• C.D. Smith Construction: Fond du Lac, WI-based general contractor with comparable commercial, healthcare, and education focus. Competes with KPH on Midwest public-sector and institutional bids.
• Miron + Co. Wisconsin-based construction services firm with broad commercial, education, healthcare, and government practice. Comparable in size and regional footprint, competing for Midwest institutional and public-sector work.
• ENVIROCON: Environmental remediation and demolition contractor serving federal, industrial, and commercial clients. Most directly comparable to KPH Environmental on asbestos abatement, lead remediation, and demolition scopes.
• VJS Construction Services: Wisconsin-based general contractor serving education, healthcare, commercial, and government clients in the Midwest. Most direct regional competitor to KPH with overlapping public-sector and commercial bid pool.
• Gilbane Building Company: Large privately held construction manager with deep federal, healthcare, and education portfolios. Comparable to KPH across government IDIQ work, healthcare construction, and design/build delivery for public-sector clients.
• J.H. Findorff & Son: Wisconsin-headquartered general contractor with strong healthcare, education, and commercial portfolios. Direct Midwest peer with similar design/build and construction management capabilities as KPH.

Broad incumbents

• Mortenson: National construction manager with significant federal, healthcare, and renewable energy practices. Overlaps with KPH on military/government construction and design/build delivery, but at much larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• AECOM Hunt: National construction manager with large federal, healthcare, and aviation portfolios. Overlaps with KPH on military construction and FAA-funded work (e.g., Mitchell Airport small arms range), but at substantially larger scale.
• ATC Group Services: National environmental consulting and remediation firm offering Phase I/II, asbestos/lead/mold abatement, and demolition. Comparable to KPH Environmental's service mix at significantly larger national scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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