Local Matters: Why Choosing St. Louis Construction Companies Strengthens the Regional Economy

By Ryan Savage, Vice President of Client Relations | Holland Construction Services

When you’re planning a major construction project—whether it’s a school, healthcare facility, commercial building, or multifamily development—the decision of who will build it is one of the most important choices you’ll make.

More and more owners are asking: Should we hire a national firm, or keep it local?

From where I sit—as someone who’s worked closely with both clients and community leaders across Missouri and Illinois—there’s a clear answer: Choosing a local construction contractor or construction manager not only benefits your project, but also drives real value for the region.

Here’s why:

A Local Construction Manager Boosts the Local Economy

Hiring construction companies in Missouri, especially right here in the greater St. Louis metro area, creates a ripple effect of local reinvestment. Local firms are more likely to use St. Louis contractors, trade partners, suppliers, and labor—many of whom are family-owned businesses that rely on steady work from regional builders.

As both a general contractor and construction manager, Holland partners with dozens of these local trade professionals on every job, ensuring that your construction investment flows back into the community where it belongs.

Local Expertise Saves Time and Reduces Risk

The value of hiring a construction manager near you goes far beyond just boots on the ground. Local teams understand how to navigate municipal processes, seasonal weather cycles, union labor dynamics, and building codes specific to the region.

Whether we’re acting as your construction manager at risk or traditional general contractor, our familiarity with the local landscape translates to smarter planning, faster approvals, and fewer schedule delays.

Long-Term Partners, Not Just Short-Term Builders

National firms may build and bounce—but local construction managers are in it for the long haul. Holland, like many other reputable construction companies, is committed to long-term relationships. We don’t just build your project—we’re here years later to support it, expand it, or help with future phases.

Accountability is built into our DNA. When your construction manager lives and works in your community, follow-through isn’t optional—it’s expected.

Construction Is Personal—And So Are Local Relationships

Holland is built on the relationships, some of which span our nearly 40 years of building in St. Louis and Southern Illinois. Hiring a local general contractor or construction manager means more than hiring for a scope of work. It means hiring someone who understands your market, your values, and your priorities.

Our team members are involved in the same school districts, chambers, non-profits, and neighborhoods as our clients. That shared stake results in a level of service, responsiveness, and collaboration that’s hard to replicate with outside firms.

Why Local Matters

When you choose a St. Louis area construction company, you’re choosing experience, accountability, and a partner who’s invested in your success long after ribbon-cutting day. You’re also choosing to keep dollars local, create jobs, and strengthen the regional economy.

At Holland Construction Services, we’re proud to serve as a trusted construction manager and general contractor across Missouri and Illinois. We’ve built our reputation one relationship at a time—and we’ll continue to earn it, right here at home.