Excavation, Demolition & Utility Construction

Partner with us for world-class planning and execution with a “Can Do, Will Do” approach to create the space where the strongest foundations are built

JKC Excavator

The Process

Planning

Utilizing lean methodology, pre-RFP consultations and a deeply experienced team, we plan and troubleshoot your project to ensure friction-free execution. Let us serve as your excavation division.

Execution

With a track record of success that includes the largest, most complex excavation and shoreline projects, our process for transparency, collaboration, and documentation has been honed over 50 years.

Problem Solving

A “can do, will do” approach ensures fast and effective problem solving to resolve unforeseen issues and prevent delays – with minimal change orders so you can close out projects faster.

Values

Our values make all of this possible with our commitment to world-class performance, serving as an excavation extension of your team, and harnessing new technology to solve more problems.

Clients

Who We Serve

General Contractors

General Contractors

Government Agencies

Government Agencies

Building & Property Owners

Building & Property Owners

Shoreline Homeowners

Shoreline Homeowners

See Our Work

Since 1946, John Keno & Company has provided world-class site preparation, excavating and shoreline development services throughout Chicagoland and along the shores of Lake Michigan. View drone footage of some projects here.

See John Keno & Company prepare and excavate the site for the UIC medical center parking garage.

Services

Building Site Preparation

Building Site Preparation

Excavation

Excavation

Shoreline Development

Shoreline Development

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High-Tech Capabilities and Precision

Technology

Intelligent machine control (IMC) bulldozers, GPS-enabled excavators, drone technology and specialized construction software have transformed the modern excavation site. In the hands of an experienced team, state-of-the-art construction tech brings unmatched capabilities and precision to the job.

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JKC by the Numbers

50

Years in Business Over 3 Generations

240

Excavation Projects (Last 10 Years)

78

EMR

25000

LF of Shoreline & Ravine Restoration

320000

Hours Worked without an Accident

673800

LF of Underground Pipe Installed

207

in Heavy Civil Work (Last 10 Years)

Excavating News

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Experience at Play: John Keno & Co. Delivers One-Stop Excellence for Synthetic Turf Field & Track Projects

The replacement or installation of synthetic turf running tracks, play lots and other sporting fields might seem like a relatively simple project, but getting a football field or baseball diamond renovated and game-ready on time, Experience at Play: John Keno & Co. Delivers One-Stop Excellence for Synthetic Turf Field & Track Projects

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JKC Interns Go Back to School after a Summer of Digging Deep into the Construction Industry

At John Keno & Co. (JKC), our summer internship program provides aspiring construction professionals with hands-on experience in the world of excavation, demolition and site preparation. As a third-generation, veteran-owned company with deep roots in JKC Interns Go Back to School after a Summer of Digging Deep into the Construction Industry

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Safety in Excavation: A Mindset as Much as a Plan

When most people think of construction site safety, they picture a bright yellow helmet. But you can’t maintain a first-rate safety record in this environment with PPE alone. To have confidence in the safety processes Safety in Excavation: A Mindset as Much as a Plan