Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Minnesota Construction Partner for All Project Types
Since 1994, Brennan Construction has built a reputation for delivering quality buildings on time and within budget across Minnesota. Our comprehensive services include construction management, design/build, and ground-up construction, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. With a focus on commercial, retail, institutional, and industrial projects, we prioritize open communication and innovative solutions to minimize disruptions and cost overruns. Our team's expertise in value engineering ensures cost-effective, high-performance buildings that align with clients' long-term goals. Through strong partnerships with subcontractors and a commitment to safety and transparency, we consistently exceed client expectations.Our decades of experience in complex renovations, tenant improvements, and new construction projects underscore our ability to manage even the most challenging developments. From LEED-compliant projects to historic renovations, we combine technical precision with a collaborative approach. Testimonials highlight our responsiveness, problem-solving skills, and ability to maintain client trust through unexpected challenges. This combination of expertise, relationships, and client-centric values positions us as a leading general contractor in Minnesota.
Services
Construction Management
Design/Build Services
Ground Up Construction
Value Engineering
Renovations & Remodels
Tenant Improvements
Development Services
Property Management
Project Financing
Subcontractor Qualification
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We combine 28+ years of Minnesota construction experience with innovative project management methods.
- Our team includes certified superintendents with expertise in healthcare, historic renovations, and LEED standards.
- We guarantee transparent communication through weekly progress meetings and real-time budget tracking.
- Our proprietary value engineering process delivers proven cost savings without compromising quality.
- We maintain perfect safety compliance records across decades of complex industrial and healthcare projects.
What people say
Completed on time
Transparent communication
Budget adherence
Professional staff
Innovative solutions
Services
Construction Management
Our construction management services deliver comprehensive oversight from project inception to completion. With dedicated teams managing estimating, scheduling, and quality control, we ensure seamless coordination between owners, designers, and subcontractors. Our approach emphasizes risk mitigation and cost optimization through real-time budget tracking and weekly progress reporting, maintaining strict adherence to timelines and specifications.
Design/Build
This single-source solution combines design and construction expertise under one contract. By involving our construction professionals during design phases, we streamline decision-making and reduce project timelines. Our collaborative approach ensures alignment between architectural vision and practical execution, with transparent cost controls throughout the building process.
Tenant Improvements
Specializing in transforming existing spaces, we handle all aspects of tenant build-outs while minimizing business disruption. Our process begins with needs assessment and budget planning, followed by phased construction that maintains operational continuity. From retail spaces to medical offices, we ensure code compliance and functional design tailored to specific business requirements.
Value Engineering
Our value engineering process systematically evaluates materials, systems, and methodologies to maximize investment returns. Through material lifecycle analysis and alternative sourcing, we identify savings opportunities without compromising quality. This strategic approach often reduces costs by 15-20% while enhancing long-term building performance and maintenance efficiency.
Historic Renovations
We specialize in maintaining structural integrity while modernizing historic buildings for contemporary use. Our expertise includes restoring original architectural details alongside required upgrades for safety and accessibility. This balanced approach maintains historical character while meeting modern functional requirements and building codes.
People
Joe Brennan
President
With 30+ years in construction, Joe Brennan leads strategic operations and client relations. His expertise spans commercial developments, healthcare projects, and historic renovations, maintaining Brennan's reputation for integrity and excellence since joining in 1994.
Mark Landgraff
CFO
As Chief Financial Officer, Mark Landgraff oversees financial operations and project budgeting. His background in commercial finance ensures rigorous cost controls and transparent financial management across Brennan's diverse construction portfolio since joining in 2005.
Brian Barnett
Vice President
Brian Barnett manages large-scale development projects and client partnerships. With expertise in both construction and real estate development, he coordinates Brennan's integrated approach to delivering complex, multi-phase building programs across Minnesota since 2010.
Ryan McDonald
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager Ryan McDonald specializes in healthcare and institutional construction. His 18-year experience includes managing sensitive renovations in operational facilities while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory and safety standards in all assigned projects.
Kelly Sandborg
Superintendent
As lead Superintendent, Kelly Sandborg oversees daily operations on major projects. Recognized for technical expertise and team leadership, she ensures quality craftsmanship and safety compliance across Brennan's construction sites, particularly in complex renovation work since joining in 2002.
Questions
What construction services does Brennan Construction offer?
We provide full-service construction management, design/build, ground-up construction, renovations, tenant improvements, and value engineering for commercial, institutional, and residential projects.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Mankato, we serve all of Minnesota with specialized expertise in Southern Minnesota commercial developments and Twin Cities metropolitan area projects.
How do you handle complex renovation projects?
Our approach combines pre-construction planning with phased execution to minimize disruptions, using 3D modeling for structural assessments and maintaining strict safety protocols in occupied spaces.
Can you manage projects with tight deadlines?
Yes, our fast-track construction methodology and experienced teams have successfully completed multiple time-sensitive projects within strict deadlines, including the Kato Cable facility in 90 days.
What makes Brennan Construction different?
Our integrated development approach combines construction expertise with property ownership experience, ensuring solutions that balance immediate project needs with long-term operational considerations.
Do you work with nonprofit organizations?
Yes, we have extensive experience with nonprofit projects including the Mankato Area Foundation's historic building renovation, offering specialized budgeting and phased construction approaches.
