About

WE BUILD.
Trust. Communities. People.

At Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), we’re committed to building strong, collaborative relationships and delivering outcomes that consistently exceed expectations.

A heritage of putting people first

Our mission is to build trust, communities, and people while delivering an exceptional product and client experience. Our 800+ team members consistently exceed expectations in markets that span across the country. Everything we do starts with a team that puts people first.

WE CARE

Driven by our core values of teamwork and integrity, we build spaces and lasting relationships in the communities we serve. We understand that the care we put into our work drives long-term value for our clients, partners, and communities where we live and work.

01

Work safe and smart

Safety first, quality always. That’s how we get it done right.

02

Enthusiasm

We are passionate and energetic about everything we do.

03

Creativity

We combine experience with creative problem solving to find clever solutions.

04

Absolute integrity

We are honest, genuine, principled, and dependable.

05

Respect

We are considerate, courteous, inclusive, and welcome different perspectives. Our commitment to inclusion ensures every voice is heard and valued.

06

Enjoy life together

We foster personal growth and professional achievement. We are family.

AP by

the numbers

Family-owned and operated since 1946, we’ve been able to achieve some impressive numbers.

#91

ENR National top 400 contractors

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EMR rating

#25

ENR top 100 green contractors

Excellence built on experience

1946

AP is founded

George Adolfson and Gordon Peterson found their business in the basement of George’s home in Richfield, MN.

1953

AP is incorporated

The partnership is incorporated. Officers and directors are elected.

1980

Westward expansion

AP opens a new office in Aurora, CO.

1991

Serving the Southwest

AP opens a new office in Tempe, AZ.

2000

Expanding into Texas

AP opens a new office in Dallas, TX.

2007

Growing strong

Annual revenue tops $500M.

2008

Building momentum

AP continues to grow, extending its reach into Cheyenne, WY.

2012

Business booms

Annual volume surpasses $1 billion.

2015

Industry recognition

AP is named contractor of the year by ENR.

2018

Northern expansion

AP opens Duluth, MN office.

2019

Central Texas expansion

Growing presence in central Texas with new offices in San Antonio (2019) and Austin (2022).

2022

Commitment to sustainability

Recognized by ENR as a top 25 Green Contractor.

2024

Strategic market expansion

Strengthening its national presence, AP opens new offices in Colorado Springs, CO and Bismarck, ND.

2025

Expanding in Minnesota

AP opens a new office in Rochester, MN.

2026

80 Years of excellence

AP celebrates 80 years in business.

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