Empower Your Projects with Experience
Your Trusted Owner's Representative / Project Management Partner
About
ConsultH, LLC specializes in providing project management and owner representative services to engineering firms, government entities, and other project owners. With nearly 30 years of experience in infrastructure projects, I have developed a passion for effective communication, project execution, and client satisfaction.​
What does the logo represent?
In large infrastructure projects, the complexity can be overwhelming, with numerous members, stakeholders, agencies, design elements, and tasks to manage. Imagine these various components as the dots represented in the logo. My passion lies in organizing these elements and guiding them towards a unified direction, ensuring that every piece works harmoniously towards a common goal. Together, we can transform chaos into clarity and drive successful outcomes.
About Me.
My name is Chad Hanisch. I am the Owner/Founder of ConsultH, LLC and I have a passion for exceeding client expectations.
​
I enjoy hunting, fishing, golf, and pretty much anything outdoors. I am blessed to be married to Rachel for nearly 30 years and have three amazing children named Adair (19), Michael (16), and Harper (14).
Education
1996 - BS in Civil Engineering
South Dakota State University
Experience
My experience ranges from surveying and construction inspection early in my career, to project engineering, project management, and business ownership later in my career.
​
I have been fortunate to be involved in some significant projects over my career. Major trunk sewers, drainage improvement projects, large diameter water main, and transportation projects across eastern South Dakota and into neighboring Iowa, Minnesota, and North Dakota.
Accomplishments
My greatest accomplishment is my family! My family have always been my greatest supporters and truly thankful for all of them.
​
Professional accomplishments include:
-
Starting a business and successfully transitioning ownership to employees.
-
SDES Young Engineer of the Year, SDES Engineer of the Year
-
Numerous Project Awards
-
Professional leadership roles in Leadership Sioux Falls, SDES, NSPE, APWA, SDDOT-TAC, and ACEC
Services
With nearly 30 years in the engineering industry, I have embraced a wide array of roles, from surveying and inspection to management and business ownership. This diverse experience means I understand the intricacies of every aspect of a project and business operation, having handled everything from marketing and accounting to strategic planning. If you're looking to fill or enhance an experienced gap in your team, I am confident that my skills can make a meaningful difference. Let's work together to elevate your organization to new heights.
Project Management
With extensive project management experience in both small and large civil engineering projects, I have successfully overseen significant improvement initiatives throughout South Dakota. My portfolio includes a diverse range of projects, from parks and trails to roadways, utilities, drainage, and land development.
I have collaborated with city, state, and private entities to deliver results that enhance our communities. My commitment to excellence ensures that each project is completed efficiently and effectively, meeting the needs of all stakeholders.
Owner Representative
As a project owner, do you ever feel you are just not being taken care of? Or maybe you just don't have the staff numbers necessary to cover all your project needs?
As a designated representative of your group, my goal is to ensure your project, and your needs are being met.
-
Budget and schedule management
-
Stakeholder management
-
Establishing project communication plans
-
Risk management and mitigation
-
Quality management and contract enforcement
-
Managing requests for proposals and bids
Engineer Consultant
Whether you are a private owner, municipal government, or state government, my experience can fit multiple roles for your organization.
Maybe you just want to bounce some ideas off someone with experience.
Maybe you need another set of eyes to look over RFP's, proposals, agreements, or design plans.
​
Also includes Budgeting, Capital Improvement Planning, Public Involvement/Liaison, Planning, Concept Engineering, Plan/Plat Reviews,
Business Consulting
As an office and area manager for large firms, I honed skills in driving daily business operations. This foundation led me to start my own engineering firm, where I successfully navigated the challenges of ownership and ultimately transitioned leadership to employees. The lessons I’ve learned throughout this journey can serve as a valuable resource for fellow entrepreneurs and business owners looking to thrive in their ventures.
Mentoring
If you have team members eager to grow into experienced professionals but lack the resources to mentor them effectively, I can provide the support you need. With my expertise, I can help bridge the gap and guide your staff on their journey toward professional development. Let's work together to enhance their skills and unlock their potential!
Site Selection
Southeast South Dakota is experiencing unprecedented growth, making it an exciting time for infrastructure development. With extensive experience in state, local municipal, and private infrastructure projects, I possess a deep knowledge of the local capacity and economic indicators essential for the successful placement of your project. Let’s work together to leverage this growth and position your project for success in this thriving time.