Holderman Construction
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Holderman Construction is a Jackson Hole and Star Valley general contractor handling new builds, major remodels, and water damage restoration for property owners who want the work done once and done right. Scott and Skyla Holderman have been building in this valley for more than two decades, with a team carrying another century-plus of combined experience. They take on residential and commercial projects from small remodels up to 75,000 square feet, and they navigate Teton and Lincoln County permitting on the client's behalf.
What they actually take on
Their work covers the full residential spectrum: custom new construction, additions, kitchen and bathroom remodels, roofing in metal or shingle, drywall and finish work, and post-flood restoration when something goes wrong. On the commercial side they handle projects up to 75,000 square feet. They also offer permitting as a discrete service, which matters in Teton County where the planning process is slower and more particular than most builders new to the valley expect.
Who Holderman is built for
The right fit here is a property owner who values long-term durability over short-term savings. Skyla Holderman puts the philosophy plainly: "Why step over a dollar to grab a penny?" That tells you what they pick when an estimate comes in two ways. If you want the cheapest contractor in the valley, this is not the call. If you want a team that builds with the freeze-thaw cycle in mind, sources solid materials, and stands behind the work, it is.
They are particularly useful for out-of-area owners managing a project remotely. Holderman runs the moving parts directly with subcontractors, holds the schedule, and treats the property the way you would if you were on site. Compared with peers like Teewinot Construction, Holderman's residential and commercial split is broader and the operational footprint is larger, which suits owners with multiple project types or larger commercial scope.
How they handle the Jackson Hole specifics
Building here is not building anywhere else. The freeze-thaw cycle is brutal on foundations and exterior envelopes, the elevation changes how materials behave, and Teton County permitting timelines are not generous. Holderman's pitch, validated by twenty years of work in the valley, is that they design and build with those specifics already factored in. They run sustainable practices including material recycling and salvaging, which has a side benefit of reducing the dump fees that quietly inflate budgets here.
If your project needs design or engineering before construction starts, they coordinate with local firms; GYDE Architects (formerly Gilday Yehia) and Jorgensen Engineering are common partners on the planning side.
Share and Support Holderman Construction Locally
Two practical tradeoffs to plan around. First, premium positioning means premium pricing. They are not the budget option. Second, good contractors here always have a waitlist, especially March through October. If you are planning anything more involved than a small remodel, start the conversation months ahead of when you want crews on site. Calling in May for a summer build is rarely realistic.
Word to the wise
If you are weighing where to spend on a Jackson Hole build, do not skimp on the foundation or the exterior envelope. The freeze-thaw cycle finds every shortcut and turns it into a callback in three winters. Holderman knows this and prices accordingly. The other thing that pays off here is sequencing your trades early; book the conversation with a contractor like Holderman in time for them to bring in an electrician on schedule rather than retrofitting later.
What it comes down to
Holderman Construction is a serious option for anyone planning a real build in the valley. If you value local expertise, climate-appropriate construction, and a team that holds a schedule, get them on the phone early in your project. If you are price-shopping for the lowest bid, look elsewhere; that is not what they sell.
FAQ
Will they handle a small remodel, or only big projects?
Both. Project scope ranges from roughly 50 square feet to 75,000 square feet. The waitlist on small jobs can be longer because they fit them in around larger ones.
How far ahead should I call for a summer build start?
For anything substantial, six to nine months ahead is realistic. Permitting alone can eat months of that, and crews book up by early spring.
Do they coordinate with my architect, or do they expect a finished plan?
Either. They run design-build coordination when needed and step into projects with finished drawings as well. If you do not yet have a designer, they can introduce you to local firms they trust.
Can they help with permitting if I am building without a contractor?
Yes, permitting is offered as a discrete service. For Teton and Lincoln County work, this is often where they add the most value early in a project.