CFA Board selects Lance Anderson of Lance Anderson Construction Inc. as Contractor of the Year

What symbolizes the ideal candidate for presentation as an “of the Year” selection? This often means something different in the mind of each person you ask. For some, it is success, as in business success or profitability. For many it is volunteerism or commitment to the auspices of the organization of focus. To others, this type of recognition implies achievement or accomplishment. To the CFA Board of Directors, it is a combination of all the above and one that is considered among the highest of standards for this organization. Contractor of the Year has a rich tradition and a legacy of proven performers, business and individuals committed to the balance of product, customer, family, association and company; not necessarily in that order.

This honor perhaps can best be summed by one of his builder’s who remarked, “Lance is a great guy and we use him exclusively. Even when he gets behind we will wait for him because of his combination of quality, fairness and service. He really is an outstanding company and I definitely endorse him for such merit.”

To bestow a contractor with such recognition identifies the characteristics of leadership, quality, service and dedication. These have been consistent traits for Lance and his company, now a second generation foundation business licensed and working in South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska. Lance’s father Wayne started the poured foundation business in 1978 which Lance purchased in 2006. Under Lance’s management and with his vision the business has continued to grow, so much so that they are working towards expanding and relocating into a new market.

“Lance has a true passion for the poured foundation business,” stated Jim Baty, CFA’s Executive Director. “The moment we created the Residential Foundation Technician certification program, Lance sat for the exam to be among the first recognized by the program and challenging his knowledge.” He is a Professional Civil Engineer as well and his specialty is providing the most accurate foundation possible for his customer.

The mark of leadership is often the ability to serve and to participate, as evidenced by so many foundation companies in this industry. Lance makes a standard practice of always being on the job leading his crew and stops at nothing to make sure everything is done right.

His company now a ten-year member of the CFA, Lance made Williamsburg his first CFA Convention. “Knowledge has always been important to me.” stated Lance. “Events such as the CFA Convention definitely contribute to that. I found it to be very interesting and beneficial to me. I will attend as many Conventions as possible in the years to come. Sharing things I learned with other CFA members and my employees with make this industry better for all of us. I’m honored to receive this prestigious award and am completely surprised by the accolades. The opportunity to experience this network, however, afforded by the recognition is something that will continue to drive me for some time. I’ll definitely be back”

Lance Anderson Construction is a shining example of the hard work and dedication that exists throughout this great industry of cast-in-place concrete construction. When asked about what the future holds, Lance is clear to define the continued commitment he has to delivering the very top quality of foundations for his customers and builder clients. However, he also sees the real opportunity to become one of the leaders in concrete housing and storm shelter design. Working with his combined experience and professional background, Lance is already working on prototyping concrete homes for greater security and durability across the region.