Construction infrastructure
Engineering & Management Services

Building the Infrastructure of Tomorrow

Providing functional and efficient solutions that help our clients' vision become a reality, and doing so with the highest quality of service.

A Leader in Construction Management & Engineering

KDS & Associates has built a reputation as a leader in providing comprehensive construction management, inspection, and engineering services for transportation agencies throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana.

We assist clients with their largest and most complex projects, and deliver products that support their goals. KDS & Associates specializes in performing construction management services for mass transit rail. Additionally, KDS provides support to clients during all project phases from planning to construction. These tasks include design review and estimating costs both prior to and during construction.

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Purpose-Driven

We prioritize team building, reliability, and expert knowledge in everything we do.

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Client-Focused

We develop relationships built on trust, and embrace each clients' vision as our own.

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Mass Transit Specialists

Specialized expertise in rail and mass transit construction management services.

Rail infrastructure construction

Our Services

KDS provides comprehensive construction management with a specialty in mass transit. Our team members have the necessary experience, qualifications, and training to meet and exceed the scope of the project.

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Construction Management

Comprehensive oversight from pre-construction through project completion, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget targets are met.

  • Review of Contract Documents
  • Bid Review
  • Construction Monitoring
  • Daily Inspection and Reporting
  • Weekly Progress Meetings
  • Change Order Review
  • Workforce Compliance
  • Quality Assurance/Quality Control
  • Commissioning and Start Up
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Estimating

Accurate and detailed cost estimating services for both construction and design phases, supporting informed decision-making.

  • Construction Estimating
  • Design Estimating

Featured Projects

From streetcar systems to the largest construction project in Illinois, KDS delivers results on the most complex infrastructure projects.

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CTA Red Purple Line Current

CTA Red, Purple Modernization Phase One

Client: ESPJV  |  23 Track Miles

Currently the largest construction project in the state of Illinois. KDS is performing construction management services for new tracks from CTA's Belmont Station to Howard Terminal.

NICTD Double Track Completed

NICTD Double Track

Client: WSP  |  26 Miles

The 5th largest construction project in the state of Indiana. KDS performed construction management services including 26 miles of new tracks from Michigan City to Gary.

Milwaukee Streetcar Completed

Milwaukee Street Car Project

Client: The Concord Group  |  5 Mile System

Construction management and inspection for a new streetcar system. Completed on time and under budget.

Meet Our Leadership

KDS & Associates is a woman-owned firm that provides a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud of our team of talented professionals.

Cara Elliott

Cara Elliott

President and Chief Executive Officer

Kyle Sausser

Kyle Sausser

Vice President

Ready to Build Something Great?

Partner with a trusted leader in construction management and engineering services.

Get in Touch

Contact Us

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Office Address

111 North Wabash, Unit 1600
Chicago, IL 60602

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Phone

815-409-5817 (Cara)
773-558-0710 (Kyle)

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Business Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM