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Kangaroo hide and seek for Sanford castle patients


Posted November 20, 2023

There’s a game of hide and seek going on at Sanford Children’s Hospital in Sioux Falls. There’s something hiding in the construction site just outside of the hospital. “Kind of a Where’s Waldo type of thing,” Henry Carlson Construction project manager James McMahon said. It’s Kirk the Kangaroo. The smiley figure is hidden in different […]

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Sanford Hospital Christmas Tree 2023


Posted November 20, 2023

The Christmas spirit is alive and well! We continued our annual tradition of cutting down a massive Christmas tree to display at Sanford Health‘s main entrance. This year’s tree is a whopping 30 to 35 feet tall and weighs 2500 pounds. The tree was generously donated by a southern Sioux Falls family. Let the decorating […]

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Serving at The Banquet


Posted November 10, 2023

We had the honor of serving breakfast to 242 guests at The Banquet Sioux Falls on Thursday. As part of their Christmas packages, they are collecting donations of toilet paper and laundry soap to help those in need. Every little bit helps! 

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Movers & Shakers


Posted November 7, 2023

  Travis Hatlestad Chad Nelson Henry Carlson Construction has promoted two team members. Chad Nelson to vice president of operations. Nelson has been with the company for 27 years and has held the roles of laborer, labor foreman, field engineer, project manager and senior project manager. Travis Hatlestad to director of project management. Hatlestad has been with the […]

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Chad Nelson and Travis Hatlestad Promotions


Posted October 31, 2023

Chad Nelson has been promoted to Vice President of Operations. In his new position, he will support, communicate, and direct the day-to-day operations of our construction activities. Chad has been with Henry Carlson Construction for 27 years and has held the roles of laborer, labor foreman, field engineer, project manager and senior project manager. He […]

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Welcome our newest project manager, Dessie Taylor!


Posted October 16, 2023

Welcome our newest project manager, Dessie Taylor! Originally from Florida and a graduate of South Dakota State University, Dessie worked for a construction manager, building central utility plants, clean space manufacturing and warehouse/loading docks. She also grew up working for her dad’s concrete construction company. Welcome to the team! 

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Welcome Scott Holm!


Posted October 12, 2023

We’re thrilled to introduce our newest team member, Scott Holm! Scott has officially joined the HCC/KCC/ASCO team as a Safety Manager, bringing with him over 20 years of invaluable experience in the safety field. Welcome Scott!

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Saying ‘hi’ in a special way to children’s hospital


Posted September 29, 2023

Construction crews on the Sanford Health campus in central Sioux Falls are not only putting up a new building; they’re lifting spirits at the nearby children’s hospital. As crews with Henry Carlson Construction put up a new orthopedic hospital, patients at Sanford Children’s Hospital are watching. The construction fascinates the young patients and temporarily takes […]

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Al Fincher’s Retirement Party


Posted September 22, 2023

Celebrating 50 years of dedication and hard work. Al Fincher, thank you for everything!   Last night, we had the honor of celebrating Al Fincher’s retirement party. His commitment to Henry Carlson Construction for 50 years is nothing short of incredible. We’re grateful for his tireless work and wish him all the best.

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Al Fincher Retires after 50 Years!


Posted September 21, 2023

Today, we gather to honor a true legend in our midst – Al Fincher! After an incredible 50 years at Henry Carlson Construction, Al is retiring, and it’s time to celebrate his remarkable career.   Al has been an essential part of our team, a guiding light through countless projects, and a source of inspiration […]

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