TL;DR
For nearly nine decades, C.D. Smith Construction has been a place to build a career, a family legacy, and a lasting impact in the trades. Multi-generation families reflect the strength of its culture, mentorship, and commitment to continuous learning. From apprentices to retirees, the people behind every project show that craftsmanship, care, and pride in the work define what long-term construction careers are made of.
A Tradition of Building and Belonging
For more than 89 years, C.D. Smith Construction has been more than a workplace. It has been a home for families dedicated to the trades. Like the Smith family that founded the company, countless families have built their legacies here, passing down skills, values and a commitment to excellence.
This story highlights a few of the multi-generation families who have shaped long careers, mentored teammates and strengthened project outcomes. It is also a look at why experienced builders who value continuous learning choose to grow here.
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Family Traditions that Build the Future
Behind every project are people who built their careers here. Apprentices became superintendents. Operators became mentors. Families shaped the culture across generations.
Bindrich Family
Superintendents Chad; Rex (Retired 2014); Clint
Haensgen Family
Missy Steffes, Operations Manager; Tom “Hoagie,” Superintendent (Retired 2014); Brian, Superintendent
Krings Family
Tiffany; Wendy; Mark (Retired 2017); Scott, Operations Manager/ Warehouse and Yard; Rod
Thome Family
Kris, Superintendent; Doug, Superintendent (Retired 2021); Tom, Superintendent; Larry “Ledge,” Superintendent; Val, Operator (Retired 2014)
Honoring Commitment and Longevity
Each year the 25-Year Service event brings together more than 150 current and retired employees, along with their spouses, to celebrate careers built on craftsmanship and trust. In 2024, the celebration welcomed 18 new honorees who began their journey in 1999 and have continued to grow for 25 years and counting.
Careers Built on Mentorship and Continuous Learning
Generational knowledge strengthens project delivery and jobsite safety. Mentorship accelerates growth for people who want new challenges and take pride in problem-solving. That combination attracts experienced builders who value steady opportunity and the freedom to keep learning.
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Build What Lasts
From apprentices to seasoned professionals and on to well-earned retirements, these careers reflect a shared standard: do the work the right way and help the next person do it even better. That is how legacies are built.
Interested in a place where experience is valued and learning never stops?
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Key Takeaways
- Generational strength: Multi-generation families at C.D. Smith Construction represent shared values, craftsmanship and pride in the trades.
- Career longevity: Employees who stay for decades show how steady opportunity and continuous learning build meaningful construction careers.
- Culture of mentorship: Experienced professionals guide new team members, ensuring skills and knowledge are passed on to the next generation.
- Commitment to excellence: Each milestone, from apprenticeship to retirement, reflects a dedication to quality, safety and teamwork.
- Legacy and opportunity: Building here means building a future—where careers, families and communities grow together.
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Date: Spring/Summer 2025 | Author: Molly Haack
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- Careers at C.D. Smith
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- Generations of Building: Fisher Family Legacy
- Our Core Values
- Our History
- About C.D. Smith
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About C.D. Smith
C.D. Smith Construction is an industry leader in safely providing the highest quality commercial construction services. Utilizing an integrated approach and self-performing trade services combined with technical expertise, the team serves as a solutions provider throughout all phases of a project from planning through construction. With veteran leadership, a culture built on mentorship and a dedication to construction careers and client success, C.D. Smith proudly places its name on projects of all sizes across the United States.
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