About us
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About Colben Construction
Built on Integrity. Driven by Quality. Focused on You.
At Colben Construction, we believe that every project deserves more than just great craftsmanship — it deserves honesty, communication, and care. Founded by Ben Pieper and Cole Libbert, our company was built on a shared commitment to doing things the right way, without shortcuts.
We take pride in listening first — understanding your goals, your needs, and your vision. From there, we combine experience, teamwork, and precision to deliver projects that exceed expectations and stand the test of time.
Whether it’s a complex commercial build, a custom design-build project, or a renovation, Colben Construction approaches every job with the same principles: quality, transparency, and trust.
Our Story
After years of managing and leading successful projects across Missouri and beyond, Ben and Cole saw an opportunity to create something different — a construction company that prioritizes people over process and relationships over transactions.
They founded Colben Construction to bring that vision to life — a company where clear communication, collaboration, and integrity define every phase of the project.
Together, Ben and Cole combine hands-on field experience, strong project management backgrounds, and engineering-level attention to detail to deliver results that clients can count on.
Meet the Founders
Ben Pieper
With over 12 years of successful construction project management experience, Ben provides invaluable insight and leadership to every project. Prior to co-founding Colben Construction, he spent most of his 12 year career as a Project Manager for Brinkmann Constructors. Ben has managed projects ranging from $1M to $20M across diverse sectors including automotive, medical, senior living, retail, industrial, site work, and more.
Ben leads his projects to achieve goals and objectives, with a proactive mindset. He takes great pride in producing successful projects for all parties involved. Ben has a BS in Civil Engineering from Missouri S&T.
Cole Libbert
Cole is an experienced Construction Project Manager with over seven years of success leading commercial projects across many different sectors. Known for strong leadership, attention to detail, effective communication, out-of-the-box thinking and problem solving. Before co-founding Colben Construction, Cole worked as a field superintendent and later transitioned into the project manager role. Cole has been part of many different projects covering sectors such as multi-family / senior living, retail, industrial, medical, public education, and institutional.
Cole believes that clear communication and solid preconstruction is the greatest way to deliver a project on time and under budget to clients. Cole has a BS in Construction Management from the University of Central Missouri.
Our Values
- Integrity – We do what’s right, even when it’s not the easy way.
- Quality – Every detail matters. We take pride in the work we deliver.
- Communication – Clear, honest, and consistent communication with our clients and partners.
- Teamwork – We believe in collaboration — with clients, designers, and subcontractors alike.
- Accountability – From planning to completion, we take ownership of every step.
Our Mission
To deliver high-quality construction through teamwork, transparency, and genuine care — ensuring every project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
We believe that when we focus on doing things right, success naturally follows.
Why Colben Construction
- Hands-on leadership from start to finish
- Experienced project management with proven results
- Commitment to client satisfaction and long-term relationships
- A focus on safety, quality, and efficiency
- Transparent and responsive communication
When you partner with Colben Construction, you gain more than a contractor — you gain a trusted team dedicated to building your vision with excellence.
Quality Construction. Honest Partnerships. Real Results.
From design to completion, we deliver high-quality construction with integrity and precision — every time
