Steel & Precast Construction Services


Trusted Steel & Precast Experts You Can Count On
At Jensen Builders Ltd., we specialize in self-performing structural steel and precast concrete construction services across Des Moines, Fort Dodge, and throughout Iowa. With decades of experience and a highly skilled team, we execute complex structural scopes safely, efficiently, and professionally.
Whether you’re constructing a new commercial facility, expanding an industrial operation, or installing tilt-up or precast wall systems, our team has the expertise, equipment, and coordination capabilities to deliver results that perform long-term.
Engineered Solutions
We provide a full range of steel and precast services tailored to your project’s structural requirements. From erecting structural steel frameworks to installing architectural precast panels and structural components, every connection and placement is handled with precision, safety, and durability in mind. Our crews work closely with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure seamless integration with your construction schedule.
Seamless Coordination, Solid Results
Because we self-perform steel erection and precast installation, Jensen Builders maintains greater control over your project’s critical path. In-house capabilities allow for tighter scheduling, improved quality control, and enhanced job site safety. Whether building from the ground up or expanding an existing facility, our self-perform model reduces coordination risk and increases accountability.
Let’s Build with Strength
Ready to start your next structural steel or precast concrete project? Contact us today to schedule a consultation or request a free estimate. Our team is ready to walk you through the process, answer your questions, and deliver results backed by decades of proven performance across Iowa.
Steel & Precast Projects
Explore recent projects where Jensen Builders self-performed structural steel erection and precast concrete installation across Iowa’s commercial and industrial sectors.
Steel & Precast Construction FAQs – Des Moines & Iowa
Have questions about structural steel erection or precast concrete installation in Des Moines? Below are answers to common questions about our self-perform capabilities, project types, service areas, and construction process.
Do you provide structural steel erection services in Des Moines?
Yes. Jensen Builders self-performs structural steel erection for commercial and industrial projects throughout Des Moines and the surrounding metro area. Our in-house crews install steel framing systems with precision, ensuring alignment with engineered plans and project schedules.
What types of precast concrete systems do you install?
We install a wide range of precast concrete components, including wall panels, structural beams, columns, and architectural precast systems. Our team manages coordination, placement, and quality control to ensure proper integration with the overall building structure.
Self-performing means Jensen Builders uses our own trained crews and equipment to complete structural steel erection and precast installation, rather than subcontracting the work. This provides greater schedule control, improved safety oversight, and stronger quality assurance throughout the project.
Structural steel is commonly used in commercial buildings, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, aviation hangars, healthcare facilities, and educational buildings. Steel systems offer strength, durability, and design flexibility for a wide range of applications.
Yes. While we regularly perform steel and precast construction in Des Moines, we also serve clients throughout Fort Dodge and across Iowa. Our team is equipped to support projects statewide.
We recommend involving a structural steel contractor during early planning or preconstruction. Early collaboration improves budgeting accuracy, scheduling coordination, and constructability planning, reducing potential delays once construction begins.











