Emery Sapp & Sons

Emery Sapp & Sons (ESS) is a 100% employee-owned heavy civil construction company specializing in a wide range of infrastructure projects. Established in 1972, ESS has grown from a single piece of equipment and one employee to a workforce of over 2,000 employee-owners operating across multiple states.

The company offers comprehensive services, including excavation, grading, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt and concrete paving, pavement preservation, and materials testing. ESS serves both private and public sectors, collaborating with departments of transportation, developers, general contractors, federal agencies, municipalities, and railways.

ESS operates numerous offices, plants, quarries, and shops across the Midwest and beyond. Notable locations include:

Locations

• Columbia, MO
• Kansas City, MO, USA
• Springfield, MO
• Joplin, MO
• Berryville, AR
• Branson, MO
• Cassville, MO
• Fort Smith, AR
• Gravette, AR
• Hannibal, MO
• Huntington, MO
• Monett, MO
• Northwest Arkansas
• Pittsburg, KS
• Shell Knob, MO
• Sonora, AR
• Springdale, AR

This extensive network enables ESS to effectively manage and execute projects across a broad geographic area.

Additional Locations

• Overland Park, KS, USA
• Kansas City, KS, USA

In 2024, ESS was ranked #33 on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Midwest Top Contractors list, reflecting its significant presence and impact in the construction industry.

ESS's commitment to employee ownership fosters a culture of accountability and pride, ensuring high-quality work and innovative solutions on every project.