Proven Power & Utility Construction Experience
Power & Utilities Know-How
Experience that keeps facilities running
Your operations depend on reliable power and utility systems. Carl A. Nelson & Company brings decades of experience designing and building the infrastructure that keeps your facility efficient and compliant.
Our work includes:
- Power generation facilities
- Air-quality compliance upgrades
- Natural gas system improvements
- Cooling towers and chilled-water systems
- Utility tunnel installation and repair
- And more
By combining self-performed construction capabilities with experienced project leadership, we help you achieve lasting performance and peace of mind on every project.
Building Trust
Relationships built on safety and service
We don’t just build structures—we build relationships rooted in trust. Our approach is centered on understanding what success means for you and ensuring every decision supports that outcome. We do this by:
- Caring about your success
- Providing consistent project leadership
- Valuing our partnership with you
- Taking time to understand your needs
- Engaging with your leadership team
- Putting safety first
Our commitment to these principles ensures your project—and partnership—are both built to last.
Delivering Value
Results you can depend on
Your facility deserves a construction partner who delivers reliability without distraction. Our goal is to complete projects that serve your needs for years to come—on time, on budget, and with lasting quality. We do this by:
- Focusing on details that protect your investment
- Providing best-value solutions to meet your goals
- Developing accurate, timely budgets to guide your decisions
- Managing construction so you can focus on your business
- Maintaining stable, experienced management throughout
These practices ensure you receive a safe, efficient project that performs the way you expect—long after construction is complete.
Project Portfolio
- New Generating Station and Regional Operations Center
Central Iowa Power Cooperative, Creston, Iowa - Steam Distribution System Replacement
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa - Power Plant Emissions Improvements
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa - Power Plant Air Regulations Compliance
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa - Cooling Tower Replacement
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa - Co-Generation Facility Building and Foundations
Roquette America, Inc., Keokuk, Iowa - Dense Phase Coal Handling System Replacement
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa - Coal-Fired Boiler Updates and Maintenance
Muscatine Power & Water, Muscatine, Iowa - Power Plant Expansion, Generator Installation
City of West Liberty, West Liberty, Iowa - Back-Up Power and Auxiliaries Addition/Installation
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
We're ready to get started
Ready to start your next power and utility project? Contact Jamie Stanley and our expert team today at 319-754-8415 or fill out our contact form to get your construction up and running!
Carl A. Nelson & Company builds power and utility projects with precision and reliability
Our Services Are the Building Blocks of Your Success
From concept through completion, you gain the advantage of a partner who can manage every phase of your project—design, pre-construction, and construction. Explore these links to see how our integrated services work for you:
Your Partner from Concept Through Construction — and Beyond
Our planning and design experience helps you keep budget, schedule, and constructability in focus from the start. And when your project is complete, you can count on us to stay involved—ready to answer questions, provide guidance, or support your next phase of growth.
Design and Engineering Expertise
Our in-house design and engineering capabilities give you a single source for managing every aspect of facility planning and construction. Licensed architects, construction engineers, and degreed construction managers work together to deliver practical solutions and add measurable value through each phase of your project.
Trust Carl A. Nelson & Company for Power and Utility Projects
Power and Utility Construction Expertise
Our firm has earned the confidence of industrial, institutional, and utility clients through decades of dependable power-related construction. Our builders and project managers bring field-tested experience to every job—from powerhouse improvements and turbine settings to generator foundations, steam tunnels, and cooling systems.
Experienced Design-Build and General Contracting
Whether delivering a full design-build project or serving as general contractor, our team works around your operations to maintain safety and uptime. Self-performed concrete, equipment setting, and structural work help control quality and schedule during planned outages and critical upgrades.
A Skilled, Dependable Workforce
Our professional tradespeople and construction managers combine technical skill with a commitment to precision and accountability. That consistency has made Carl A. Nelson & Company a trusted partner for power generation and energy infrastructure projects across the region.
Ready to Discuss Your Power and Utility Needs?
Contact Jamie Stanley at 319-754-8415 or use our online contact form to start the conversation.