Completing a construction project requires many things, but the two main components are the job plans created by engineers and the workers who carry them out.   Even the most thorough plans can be derailed once ground is broken. When this happens, resolving it requires a massive amount of data and communication between the two parties, resulting in lost time, costly changes and project stakeholder frustration.   But what if both the engineers and the field professionals had the same training, communication style and — most importantly — boss?   RP Constructors LLC answered that question: successful and efficient project completion.   In 2009, Callaghan LLC started as an engineering firm in Sioux City, Iowa, that focused on designing plans for civil construction projects. In 2014, it expanded into the field when it purchased a portion of a local construction company and started RP Constructors. This move enable...

       Road Machinery & Supplies Co. rang in its 100th anniversary this spring and summer with a series of celebrations recognizing employees, customers, manufacturers and partners who have contributed to the company’s century in business.   “This is a significant milestone, and we are thankful and appreciative to all of the customers, manufacturers and employees — past and current — who were able to come out and help us celebrate our anniversary,” said Mike Sill II, CEO and third-generation owner of RMS.    Anniversary events were held throughout RMS’ footprint, including in Dallas, Texas; Des Moines, Iowa; Negaunee, Mich.; Virginia, Minn.; and Eagan, Minn. With its centralized location among the RMS territory, the Eagan gathering served as the headlining celebration. Held at the TCO Performance Center and Minnesota Vikings Museum, the event brought together more than 250 guests to celebrate the centennial milestone.  ...