Prime Construction Services

What Prime Construction Services does

Prime Construction Services is a full-service union commercial finishes contractor headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, founded in 2006 by Jeff Bender. The company delivers interior and exterior finishing services for commercial and multi-family residential construction projects, with a service portfolio spanning the full finishing lifecycle: metal stud framing (interior and exterior), drywall hanging, taping and finishing, insulation (batt and sprayed), fireproofing, acoustical tile and panels, plastering, painting and wall covering, EIFS exterior systems, raised access flooring, weather barrier installation, cement board/Nichiha siding, floor sealing, and specialty coatings. Additional specialized offerings include Kwik-Wall operable walls and accordion doors and International Cellulose Corporation sprayed acoustical insulation, both delivered via certified installer/distributor status.

The company operates as a union shop with signatory membership in Carpenters Local 4 and 166, Painters/Tapers Local 502 and 676, and Plasterers Local 18, providing access to trained craftsmen across multiple trades. Its geographic service area covers eastern Iowa and western Illinois, centered on the Quad Cities and extending to Iowa City, Coralville, and Cedar Rapids within approximately a 100-mile radius around the QCA.

The business model is project-based commercial contracting acquired through bid invitations accepted year-round. Customers include general contractors and property owners across healthcare (Jackson County Regional Health Center), hospitality (Hotel Blackhawk, Merrill Hotel), sports and entertainment (Xtream Arena), and financial services (TBK Bank, First Central Bank). Project sizes range from $200 repair jobs to multi-million dollar commercial renovations, with no publicly disclosed pricing. The company markets primarily through its website, Indeed job postings, and word-of-mouth referrals driven by an established regional reputation and an EMR of 0.68 indicating above-average safety performance.

Name

Prime Construction Services

Legal name

Prime Construction Services

Website

https://primecoservices.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Prime Construction Services is a union commercial finishes contractor in Davenport, Iowa, delivering interior and exterior finishing services including metal stud framing, drywall, plastering, painting, EIFS, and acoustical treatments for commercial and multi-family projects in eastern Iowa and western Illinois.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Davenport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Commercial Finishing Services: Prime Construction generates revenue through project-based construction finishing contracts. Services include metal stud framing, drywall, finishing, insulation, EIFS, acoustical treatments, painting, wall covering, and specialty coatings. Projects range from $200 repair jobs to multi-million dollar commercial renovations. The company accepts bid invitations throughout the year and works on commercial and multi-family residential projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Prime Construction Services is a union commercial finishes subcontractor that delivers interior and exterior finishing trades for commercial and multi-family residential projects across eastern Iowa and western Illinois. Its work spans metal stud framing, drywall, taping and finishing, insulation, fireproofing, EIFS, plastering, painting and wall covering, specialty coatings, acoustic tile and panels, and operable walls, on projects ranging from $200 repairs to multi-million dollar renovations.

Product overview

Prime Construction Services is a full-service union commercial finishes contractor offering a comprehensive portfolio of interior and exterior finishing services for commercial and multi-family residential construction projects. The company operates as a single unified service offering rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core services span the entire finishing lifecycle: metal stud framing (interior and exterior), drywall hanging, taping and finishing, insulation (batt and sprayed), fireproofing, acoustical treatments (ceilings and panels), plastering, painting and wall covering, and specialty coatings. Additional specialized offerings include operable walls and accordion doors (via Kwik-Wall partnership), EIFS exterior systems, raised access flooring, weather barrier installation, and cement board/Nichiha siding. All services are delivered by union-trained crews and are available individually or as bundled packages to streamline project coordination for general contractors and property owners in eastern Iowa and western Illinois.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Metal Stud Framing Installation of light gauge and heavy gauge load-bearing metal studs for interior and exterior wall frames for commercial and multi-family building projects, with engineering services to optimize material usage and cost.
• Drywall Drywall hanging services for commercial and multi-family building projects, performed by trained union crews with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Finishing Drywall finishing services including taping and final preparation of walls for paint or wallcoverings, performed by skilled finishers who are signatory members of the International Painters and Allied Trades.
• Acoustic Tile & Panels Installation of acoustic ceiling tiles and wall panels for sound control, noise reduction, and improved indoor environmental quality in commercial and residential spaces.
• EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) Exterior architectural detailing using EIFS, which provides increased insulation and flexibility compared to traditional stucco, at up to 80% lighter weight.
• Insulation Interior and exterior wall, ceiling, and attic insulation services, tailored to project needs with consideration for thermal ratings, acoustical benefits, and energy efficiency.
• Sprayed Acoustical Insulation Certified installation of International Cellulose Corporation sprayed acoustical insulation products, providing insulation, fire rating improvement, noise reduction, and condensation control for various surfaces.
• Plastering Interior and exterior plastering services ranging from veneer thin coat to traditional thick coat lath and plaster, including decorative moldings on walls and ceilings.
• Painting, Wall Covering, and Specialty Coatings Painting, wall covering installation (wallpaper, fabric), and specialty coatings including epoxy flooring, concrete sealing, and clear coating for high-traffic areas.
• Operable Walls & Accordion Doors Certified distributor and installer of Kwik-Wall brand operable walls and accordion doors, providing flexible space division with panels on tracks for commercial and multi-residential spaces.
• Fireproofing Fireproofing services for commercial buildings as part of the full-service interior and exterior finishing offerings.
• Raised Access Flooring Raised access flooring installation services for commercial spaces requiring flexible under-floor utility routing.
• Weather Barrier Weatherproofing and weather barrier installation services for building envelope integrity.
• Cement Board & Nichiha Installation of cement board and Nichiha siding products for exterior applications.
• Floor Sealing and Specialty Coatings Floor sealing and specialty coating application including epoxy flooring, concrete sealing, and clear coating for high-traffic and specialized areas.

Quantifiable outcome

• EMR of 0.68 demonstrates strong safety performance compared to industry average

Named customers6 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Kwik-WallcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrime Construction is a certified distributor of Kwik-Wall brand operable walls and accordion doors. Kwik-Wall provides high-quality panels with acoustical sound resistance, durable steel tracks, and various facing materials. Prime crews are certified to install these products quickly and efficiently.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Installed Building Products: Installed Building Products is a publicly traded installer of insulation and complementary building products. Its national footprint, branch-based operating model, and exposure to commercial construction provide a broader scaled reference point, particularly for Prime Construction's insulation and specialty coatings service lines.
• APi Group: APi Group is a publicly traded holding company of specialty contracting subsidiaries in life safety, insulation, and industrial services. While it does not focus exclusively on interior finishing, its portfolio of building services subsidiaries offers a scaled, diversified comparison point for Prime Construction's regional subcontracting model.
• IES Holdings: IES Holdings is a publicly traded provider of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing contracting services for commercial and industrial facilities. Its core trades differ, but its project-based specialty contracting model, regional operating units, and emphasis on commercial builds make it an instructive broad incumbent comparable.
• TopBuild: TopBuild is a publicly traded installer and distributor of insulation and building envelope products. While its mix is heavier on residential, its specialty installation service line, scale advantages, and exposure to Midwest construction cycles make it a useful broader incumbent reference for Prime Construction's insulation scope.

Direct peers

• Performance Contracting Group: Performance Contracting Group is one of the largest US specialty contractors in interior systems, drywall, insulation, firestopping, and metal stud framing. Its full-service finishing model across multiple trades is the most scaled analogue to Prime Construction's union-friendly, multi-trade approach and serves healthcare, institutional, and commercial end markets.
• Baker Triangle: Baker Triangle is a Texas-based commercial drywall, plaster, and framing contractor with strong craft labor credentials. It competes in the same trades as Prime Construction and has scaled into multi-million dollar interior finishing projects for healthcare, institutional, and commercial clients.
• Precision Walls: Precision Walls is a commercial drywall, framing, and finishing contractor serving the Southeast US. Its multi-trade union and non-union crews and project-based model across healthcare, education, and commercial builds mirror Prime Construction's service portfolio and project economics.
• KHS&S Contractors: KHS&S Contractors is a national union drywall, framing, insulation, EIFS, and plastering subcontractor. Its service line breadth, union workforce, and commercial project focus directly mirror Prime Construction's finishing trade portfolio across healthcare, hospitality, and institutional end markets.
• Marek Brothers Systems: Marek Brothers Systems is a Texas-based commercial drywall, framing, and plastering contractor with deep union roots. Its craftsman-driven model, multi-trade finishing scope, and focus on commercial builds make it a strong direct peer for Prime Construction's union finishing trades.
• Flynn: Flynn (formerly Flynn Group) is a North American building envelope specialist offering interior systems, drywall, metal stud framing, insulation, roofing, and glazing. Its integrated multi-trade approach and union-trained crews make it one of the closest direct comparables to Prime Construction's full-service interior finishes offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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