Who We Are
Our Philosophy
There's a reason we're called "the farm builders." We absolutely love working for farmers. In fact, farming is at our very core. We’re all farm kids who grew up seeing the dedication our families put in every day from dawn to dusk, and we strive to emulate that work ethic in every project we do, no matter how big or how small.
We are proud to be a full-service contracting company. We are here to serve you throughout the entire process. We have our own specialized crews who focus solely on their area of expertise, from drafting and designing to site excavation, concrete pouring, building-specific construction and electrical work. This allows us to control the building schedule and makes for a more seamless process.
But our work doesn’t end when the building is complete. We are committed to maintaining relationships with all of our customers throughout the lifetime of the structure, whether you need to have it serviced or just have questions or concerns. Above all, we know our customers and our employees are the cream of the crop. We would not be where we are today without them.
However, if you do have a problem or a concern, our team will do everything in our power to meet you wherever you are to make it right.
Our Process
From the day you think “You know, I could really use a new structure for X, Y or Z,” Summit’s team will be right there with you. Have questions? Ask. We’ll answer them. Not sure where to start? Let us put our expertise to work for you. Our 8-step construction process is set up to make the entire project go off without a hitch.
Because we are a full-service contracting company, your Summit point of contact will be one of our dedicated structure specialists who specifically focus on your type of project. For example, our grain bin specialists focus mainly on grain bins. Building specialists focus mainly on buildings, etc.
1. Determine
Once you’ve reached out to us about your project, your dedicated point of contact will work with you to determine your project needs.
2. Communicate
Our detail-oriented project managers will be in regular communication with you, keeping the process on time and on budget.
3. Customize
With specs wrapped up, structure specialists will begin to add in any customizations you might want.
4. Permit
Your Summit specialist will then advise you about any and all building permits and documents you need.
5. Site Preparation
Summit will then begin preparing your site for construction, starting with excavation and concrete pouring if necessary.
6. Deliver
A highly-trained CDL-certified driver will deliver and unload all components on-site.
7. Construction
A structure-specific crew will then begin the construction process shortly after delivery.
8. Walkthrough
Once your structure has been built, your specialist will conduct a final walkthrough with you.
Construction completion doesn’t mean Summit’s job is done. Once your structure is in place, our team will continue to check in with you to ensure you are 100% satisfied with your project.
Summit Contracting was great to work with. They were able to get the best price in the area and got my project done on time. They told me they would have my grain bin up a month sooner than anyone else estimated. And they delivered on that promise.
- Jacob
Our Team
Tyler Samuelson
CEO & Principal
Tyler sets the direction for Summit Contracting with a focus on building farms, growing communities, and investing in people.
Jerad Hutchens
President
Jerad leads with vision and values, helping Summit Contracting grow while staying true to its agricultural roots.
John Southwick
Chief of Sales
John keeps our sales team moving forward with energy, insight, and a strong belief in building relationships that last.
Steven Bultsma
Chief of Operations
Steven is the guy who makes sure everything on the ground gets where it needs to go, often before you even ask.
Christina Kramp
Senior Controller
Christina keeps Summit’s finances in check and brings heart, hustle, and sharp financial insights to everything she does.
Stephanie Canfield
Chief Finance Officer
Stephanie brings sharp financial strategy and a steady hand to support Summit’s continued growth and success.
Abby Storm
Board Member
Abby helps build big-picture strategies while making sure every detail supports our people and our growth.
Corey Rabenberg
People, Culture, & Leadership
Corey champions our people and culture, making Summit a place where character, growth, and teamwork come first.
Josh Kramp
Director Grain Systems Sales
Josh leads our grain sales team with a wealth of knowledge, grit, and a deep respect for the ag operations we serve.
Casey Baumgarn
Building Product Specialist
Casey brings farm-grown work ethic, leadership, and a healthy dose of fishing stories to the sales team.
Kenneth Reddick
Director of Operations
Ken blends operational know-how with just the right amount of humor to keep projects on track and the team energized.
Darren Daum
Seward Location Manager
Darren keeps our Seward operations running strong with hands-on leadership and a passion for solving problems.
Jeff Bettenhausen
Norfolk Location Manager
Jeff puts decades of agricultural expertise to work helping farms run smarter, season after season.
Mike Berg
Brookings Location Manager
Mike brings years of grain systems experience and a get-it-done attitude to projects across the Brookings area.
BUILD YOUR CAREER
At Summit, our core values are integral to who we are. That’s why we hire people who share our principles and blend with our professional family. If your values match the following, we’d love to have a chat about bringing you on board.
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