No GC in Chicago builds quite like Keeley.
Keeley isn’t just a contractor — we’re a partner. Since 1978, we’ve helped clients turn complex ideas into high-performing facilities by combining construction expertise with business-minded strategy. From pre-development through final delivery, our approach is built on speed, safety, and trust.
An integrated approach
No GC in Chicago builds quite like Keeley.
Keeley isn’t just a contractor — we’re a partner. Since 1978, we’ve helped clients turn complex ideas into high-performing facilities by combining construction expertise with business-minded strategy. From pre-development through final delivery, our approach is built on speed, safety, and trust.
Industry-Leading Builders
Keeley delivers construction that goes beyond bricks and steel. Our team is known for complex, large-scale builds in highly regulated markets like food & beverage, warehouse & distribution, and manufacturing. Every project benefits from our focus on safety, precision, and efficiency — ensuring that your facility performs on day one and for years to come.
Pre-Con Expertise
Great projects start before ground is broken. Keeley’s pre-development and preconstruction services give you the clarity to make confident decisions early. From site analysis and budgeting to schedule modeling and risk mitigation, we make sure your investment is set up for success long before construction begins.
Specialized Approach
Every client and project comes with unique challenges. Keeley meets them with specialized capabilities that maximize performance, from advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) to sustainability practices that future-proof facilities. Our innovative mindset ensures smarter solutions, faster timelines, and stronger outcomes for your business.
SAFETY
At Keeley, safety is more than a requirement — it is a culture woven into every project. We integrate safety planning into preconstruction, daily operations, and project closeout to ensure that every team member, partner, and client is protected. From bilingual training programs and regular safety meetings to real-time monitoring and compliance with the highest industry standards, our proactive approach minimizes risk and builds trust. By putting people first, Keeley ensures projects are delivered without compromise to health or safety.
QUALITY
Quality at Keeley is not an afterthought — it’s a standard embedded in every detail of our work. We align with designers, engineers, and regulators from the start to guarantee compliance, precision, and performance. Through rigorous documentation, inspections, and mechanical expertise, our team ensures every system and structure operates as intended. For clients, this means fewer surprises, reliable outcomes, and facilities built to perform today and long into the future.
TECHNOLOGY
At Keeley Construction, we leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance efficiency, communication, and collaboration across all our processes. By integrating design tools and smart applications, we ensure seamless and real-time communication with our team, partners, and clients, enabling faster decision-making and project reviews. On job sites, we utilize advanced technologies such as high-tech cameras, drones, and innovative monitoring systems to capture detailed project data, enhance safety, and streamline progress tracking.
THE KEELEY DIFFERENCE
Built on Trust
Keeley is proud to build relationships that last for generations. There is no greater compliment to us than our success in earning repeat business and referrals.
Creative approach
Keeley is known to add value to projects through creative solutions, such as optimizing building layouts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Proven ability to finish strong
Keeley’s focus on managing quality throughout the project lifecycle, rather than at the end, ensures that projects are completed without extensive punch lists and callbacks, maintaining momentum from start to finish.
Set up for growth