BUILDING GREAT PEOPLE, RELATIONSHIPS, AND COMMUNITIES.
Building Great People, Relationships, and Communities. Russell was founded in 1983 by Jim Russell whose vision was to create a company rooted in integrity, quality, and client-focused solutions. Starting as a small, family-owned business in Bettendorf, Iowa, Jim established a culture of collaboration and trust that remains at the heart of the company today. Over the years, Russell has grown into a leading commercial construction and real estate firm, completing over $7 billion in projects across 34 states. Russell continues to uphold its family-owned values, fostering strong relationships with clients, team members, and communities alike.
$7B
PROJECTS DELIVERED
320+
TEAM MEMBERS
ROOTED IN ST. LOUIS Russell’s presence in St. Louis is built on nearly a century of local experience, strengthened through the acquisition of a firm with longstanding ties to the community. That history reflects the people, projects, and client partnerships that shaped its reputation over generations. Today, that local knowledge and craftsmanship inform every project we deliver in St. Louis. For clients, it means working with a team that brings established relationships, proven experience, and a commitment to building on the trust earned over time.
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OFFICES
CENTRALLY LOCATED, NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED. From preconstruction through completion, Russell delivers tailored solutions, managing every aspect of a project to ensure efficient timelines, cost control, and high-quality outcomes. Our teams collaborate with clients from inception to completion, leveraging cutting-edge technology and proven processes to bring each vision to life. Centrally located and nationally recognized, Russell delivers the breadth of a national firm with the responsiveness of a trusted local partner.
OUR VALUES
SAFETY
APPRECIATING PEOPLE
#240
#112
TOP 400 CONTRACTORS
TOP 150 CONTRACTORS
#94
#72
TOP DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTORS
TOP 80 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FIRMS
CLIENT CENTRIC
#19
TOP ST. LOUIS CONTRACTORS
DELIVERY METHODS Construction Manager At Risk Construction Manager As Agent Design-Build Design-Bid-Build
BONDING CAPACITY
COMMUNITY
INNOVATION
$500M
INDIVIDUAL
$1B
AGGREGATE
INTEGRITY
CENTRALLY LOCATED, NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED. IOWA CITY / CEDAR RAPIDS CORRIDOR QUAD CITIES
STATES WHERE RUSSELL HAS DELIVERED PROJECTS OFFICE LOCATIONS
ST. LOUIS SPRINGFIELD KANSAS CITY
OUR MISSION
Building Great People, Relationships, and Communities.
SERVICES PRECONSTRUCTION • Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) • Building Information Modeling (BIM) • Master Scheduling • Project Cost Analysis • Constructability Reviews • Project Safety Plans • Life Cycle Cost Analysis • Value Engineering • Fundraising Support • Bidding and Procurement CONSTRUCTION • Executive Reporting • Cost and Quality Control • Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) • Building Information Modeling (BIM) • Commissioning • Safety • Document Control • Project Scheduling / Phasing • Change Management • Published Reports to Owner • Subcontractor Qualification & Onboarding POST CONSTRUCTION • Operations and Maintenance • Warranty • 24-Hour Attention • Performance Metrics Testing
Company ID: 400-228006
SAFE. IT’S HOW WE DO BUSINESS. Our highest goal is simple: every team member goes home safely, every day. Our safety culture empowers every individual to look out for one another, backed by site-specific safety plans, thorough orientations, and prequalified trade partners who meet our standards before setting foot on site. Accountability is built in through weekly inspections, near-miss reporting, and Procore-tracked safety data that keeps performance visible and transparent across every project. The results speak for themselves: Russell has surpassed one million work hours without a lost-time injury on three separate occasions — and we engage directly with OSHA to strengthen our programs continuously.
SAFETY PLAN Pre-Planning Key Elements
Training & Expectations
Site-specific safety plans, updated as work progresses.
All workers are properly trained to ensure they can perform their tasks safely.
Jobsite Inspections
Accountability
Daily documented inspections and leadership walk-throughs.
Weekly meetings, near-miss reporting, defined leader roles
SAFETY PLAN Key Elements Team Member Involvement
Site-Specific Plan
Daily huddles and job safety analyses that empower every team member.
Weekly planners keep crews ready for upcoming work.
SAFETY BYSAFETY THE NUMBERS PLAN Key Elements
0.76 1M+ 0.32 CURRENT EMR
SAFE HOURS
OSHA RECORDABLE
WELL BELOW THE 1.0 INDUSTRY BASELINE
ZERO LOST-TIME INCIDENTS ACHIEVED THREE TIMES IN SIX YEARS
VS. 2.4 INDUSTRY AVERAGE
Pictured: Russell team receiving the 2026 Outstanding Company Safety Achievement Award from Master Builders of Iowa
RECOGNIZED SAFETY EXCELLENCE
We are proud to be recognized by several notable organizations for our commitment to safety excellence.
Parr Instrument Company - Moline, IL
Horicon Works - Horicon, WI
Wyffels Hybrids - Ames, IA
Fair Oaks Foods - Davenport, IA
Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co. - Walcott, IA
INDUSTRIAL, WAREHOUSE, AND MANUFACTURING
We build high-performing industrial, manufacturing, and warehouse facilities that maximize efficiency, integrate advanced technology, and scale with demand. From production plants to distribution centers and logistics hubs, our spaces support growth, streamline operations, and strengthen supply chains.
$1.5B
IN DELIVERED INDUSTRIAL, WAREHOUSE, & MANUFACTURING PROJECTS
19,206,735 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
A.Y. McDonald Manufacturing Co. - Dickeyville, WI
Cargo Largo - Independence, MO
The Meritex Company - Lenexa, KS
Fortune 100 Agriculture and Forestry Manufacturer - Moline, IL
Midwest Endoscopy Center Naperville, IL
SSM North County Pediatric Surgery Center - St. Louis, MO
Compass Health Network - Festus, MO
Mid-Missouri Surgery Center - Columbia, MO
UnityPoint Health - Trinity Terrace Park Birthplace - Bettendorf, IA
Blessing Health System - Quincy, IL
Illinois CancerCare - Galesburg, IL
HEALTHCARE We create healthcare environments that enhance patient care, improve staff efficiency, and meet the highest standards for safety and compliance. From outpatient clinics to specialty care centers, our facilities are designed to support healing, streamline operations, and adapt to the future of care delivery.
$832M
IN DELIVERED HEALTHCARE PROJECTS
3,565,972 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
UnityPoint Health Mulberry Clinic - Muscatine, IA
USPI Gateway Endoscopy and MOB - Chesterfield, MO
The Group OBGYN - Davenport, IA
Sweetwater Pediatrics Rock Springs, WY
21c Museum Hotel - St. Louis, MO
Fairfield Inn & Suites - St. Louis, MO
Le Meridien - St. Louis, MO
Residence Inn - East Peoria, IL
Ameristar Casino - St. Charles, MO
HOSPITALITY We create hospitality destinations that deliver memorable guest experiences, efficient operations, and lasting value. From boutique hotels to nationally recognized brands, we build spaces that blend functionality, brand identity, and atmosphere to keep guests coming back.
$543M
IN DELIVERED HOSPITALITY PROJECTS
3,503,186 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
Holiday Inn and Suites - Cedar Falls, IA
Courtyard by Marriott - Bettendorf, IA
Hyatt Hotel / Place - East Moline, IL
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Brentwood, MO
The Bend XPO - East Moline, IL
Element Hotel - West Des Moines, IA
Kahl Home - Davenport, IA
The Boulevard Senior Living St. Charles, MO
The Landings - Batavia, IL
Barrymore Senior Living - Kansas City, MO
Overlook Village The Point - East Moline, IL
SENIOR LIVING We build senior living communities that prioritize comfort, care, and connection. From independent living to memory care, our communities are built to support residents’ wellbeing, promote engagement, and adapt to the changing needs of senior care.
$931M
IN DELIVERED SENIOR LIVING PROJECTS
8,375,908 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
The Boulevard Senior Living - St. Peters, MO
The Suites of Bettendorf - Bettendorf, IA
The Rushwood - Wichita, KS
Crown Center - University City, MO
Lewis Center - University City, MO
Novelty Iron Works - Dubuque, IA
The Backyard at One North - Kansas City, MO
Roaster’s Block - Kansas City, MO
Majestic Stove Lofts - St. Louis, MO
MULTIFAMILY HOUSING We build housing communities that blend comfort, functionality, and enduring quality. From apartments to mixeduse residential developments, our living environments are designed to foster connection, support modern lifestyles, and stand the test of time.
$940M
IN DELIVERED MULTIFAMILY HOUSING PROJECTS
8,454,318 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
Heritage Flats - Springfield, MO
The Jefferson - Springfield, MO
Tower at OPOP - St. Louis, MO
The Lofts at the Highlands - St. Louis, MO
Monmouth College Gracie Peterson Hall - Monmouth, IL
Washington University - Graham Chapel St. Louis, MO
Black Hawk College Building 3 - Moline, IL
Augustana College - Peter J. Lindberg, MD Wellness Center - Rock Island, IL
St. Louis Community College Forest Park Transportation Center - St. Louis, MO
HIGHER EDUCATION We build dynamic higher education facilities that inspire learning, foster collaboration, and reflect the identity of each institution. From state-of-the-art academic buildings to student life spaces, we deliver campuses that are designed to adapt to evolving technologies and the needs of future generations.
$510M
IN DELIVERED HIGHER EDUCATION PROJECTS
2,968,581 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art - Iowa City, IA
St. Ambrose University Cosgrove Cafeteria - Davenport, IA
St. Louis Community College Meramec Student Center - Kirkwood, MO
Black Hawk College Building 2 - Moline, IL
Davenport Central High School Auditorium & Swimming Pool - Davenport, IA
Bettendorf High School Performing Arts Center - Bettendorf, IA
Lutheran High School South - St. Louis, MO
Hamilton Elementary School - Moline, IL
St. Joan of Arc Catholic School - Bettendorf, IA
K-12 EDUCATION We build K-12 environments that spark curiosity, support every stage of development, and reflect the character of the communities they serve. From early learning centers to high school campuses, we design spaces that balance safety and flexibility, adapt to modern pedagogy, and prepare students for the world ahead.
$1.1B
IN DELIVERED K-12 EDUCATION PROJECTS
7,447,412 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
John Burroughs School - Laude, MO
Kirkwood High School Walker Natatorium - Kirkwood, MO
North Scott CSD Regional Innovation Center - Eldridge, IA
Active Endeavors - Iowa City, IA De Soto High School CTEC (Cedar Trails Exploration Center) - De Soto, KS
Muscatine High School Softball Complex & Baseball Field - Muscatine, IA
Tesla - Chesterfield, MO
Slumberland Furniture - St. Louis, MO
Katie’s Pizza - Crestwood, MO
Active Endeavors - Coralville, IA
Ross Dress for Less - Shiloh, IL
Von Maur - Coralville, IA
RETAIL We build retail environments that showcase brands, enhance the customer journey, and perform day after day. From flagship destinations to lifestyle retail developments, our spaces are crafted for visual impact, operational efficiency, and the evolving world of authentic consumer connection.
$930M
IN DELIVERED RETAIL PROJECTS
15,011,534 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
Olympic Oaks Shopping Center - Des Peres, MO
Twin Oaks Retail - Twin Oaks, MO
Starbucks - St. Louis, MO
Five Guys - Davenport, IA
Active Endeavors - Iowa City, IA
Wally’s - Whitestown, IN
Chick-fil-A - Chesterfield, MO
BITCO - Davenport, IA
IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union Headquarters - Moline, IL
Manchester/270 Office Center Complex - Des Peres, MO
RSM - Davenport, IA
KENT WORLDWIDE McKee Building - Muscatine, IA
OFFICES We build office environments that support productivity, collaboration, and organizational culture. From corporate headquarters to flexible workplaces and amenity-driven spaces, our projects balance functionality, comfort, and design to support how teams work today while adapting to the needs of tomorrow.
$620M
IN DELIVERED OFFICE PROJECTS
7,065,347 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
Maryville Office Center - St. Louis, MO
Missouri Foundation for Health - St. Louis, MO
Fortune 100 Agriculture and Forestry Manufacturer Headquarters - Moline, IL
Ascentra Credit Union - Bettendorf, IA
KENT WORLDWIDE Mckee Building - Muscatine, IA
Monmouth College Dahl Chapel - Monmouth, IL
21c Museum Hotel - St. Louis, MO
Element Hotel - Moline, IL
Missouri Foundation for Health - St. Louis, MO
HISTORIC RENOVATION We transform historic structures into vibrant spaces that honor the past while serving modern needs. From landmark adaptive reuse to tax credit-supported restorations, our projects balance preservation with performance, protecting architectural heritage while delivering lasting value for owners and communities alike.
$750M
IN DELIVERED HISTORIC RENOVATION PROJECTS
6,030,995 S.F. IN COMPLETED SPACE
Novelty Iron Works - Dubuque, IA
Buck O’Neil Education Center - Kansas City, MO
Dixon High School - Dixon, IL
Chase Park Plaza Hotel - St. Louis, MO
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