Serving Illinois

Since 1914

Established in 1914, P.J. Hoerr has defied industry longevity odds and has continued to not only survive but to grow and thrive over our 100+ years of business in Peoria Illinois and surrounding areas.

The foundational elements of honesty, superior customer service, productivity, commitment to high quality workmanship and dedication to superior workplace safety have not only been maintained but continuously enhanced over our decades of operation.

Our value proposition is to let us put that legacy of excellence to work for you in the same manner that we have for so many others.

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Trillium Place Young Minds Center - An Affiliate of Carle Health - Peoria, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - Renovations are completed that transformed this property purchased in 2022 into a state-of-the-art facility with youth-centered inpatient mental health services for children ages 4-17 years. The center provides kids and their families with comprehensive behavioral health care…

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St. Jude Church - Peoria, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE -  After conducting a complete master plan review of their facility, the St. Jude Catholic Parish decided to completely demolish its existing church building and rebuild it.  This new building replaces the existing church with an increase in sanctuary seating from 450 to approximately…

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O’Neil Park & Pool Improvements - Bloomington, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - Construction of this new pool facility for the City of Bloomington is now completed. This project includes all new underground utilities, construction of a filter building to house all pool equipment, two separate bath houses which include changing/locker/restroom facilities.…

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Vale Church

Church construction Project in Bloomington IL Project location: 3211 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington, IL 61704 P.J. Hoerr was selected to manage Vale Church's campus relocation and construction. Phase 1 of this new greenfield church project included a 700 seat worship center with a stage, an…

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Graham Hospital - 1925/1959 Building Upgrades - Canton, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - P.J. Hoerr recenlty completed two major renovations at Graham Hospital.  The 1925/1959 building upgrades were a complete renovation of the two oldest buildings on the campus.  The newly renovated buildings house a modernized USP800 compliant hospital pharmacy on the…

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Graham Medical Group Canton Convenient Care - Canton, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - This former video store was transformed into Graham Medical Group Canton Convenient Care.  This facility replaces their previous location with more space. This larger, 5,500 square foot facility provides urgent care services to Canton and its surrounding areas.  The renovated…

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Christian Buehler Memorial Home - South Sheridan Road Addition - Peoria, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - This 50,000 sq. ft. building is a four story addition to Buehler Home’s existing independent living building.  The top two floors house 12 independent living apartments.  The mixed use first floor includes multiple fitness/wellness spaces, a walking track, casual…

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Bloomington-Normal YMCA - Bloomington, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - After nearly a decade of planning and fundraising, the Bloomington-Normal YMCA’s new facility is now open. P.J. Hoerr was proud to be the Construction Manager for the new Bloomington-Normal YMCA Facility.  This new facility is a two-story, 76,000 square foot building…

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Black Band Distillery - Peoria, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - P.J. Hoerr was proud to provide construction for Black Band Distillery at 1000 SW Adams St. in Peoria, IL. This 100-year-old, 2-story building in the warehouse district was a complete renovation. The exterior front façade was restored to include new windows,…

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OSF Behavioral Health - Peoria, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - This project involved a 17,000 sq ft. buildout of the Old Irving Elementary School Annex Classroom Building, built in 1958. The elevator and vestibule addition was just over 1,000 sq. ft. The building assumes a new role as the hub for the Behavioral Health Department, which is…

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Graham Hospital Surgery Renovation and Addition

HEALTHCARE Renovation for Graham HOSPITAL in Canton IL Project location: 210 W Walnut St., Canton, IL 61520 P.J. Hoerr worked with Graham Hospital to construct a 4,000 square foot addition and 17,000 square foot renovation to its existing Surgical Suite.   In progress construction…

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St. Clara's Rehab & Senior Care

NURSING HOME CONSTRUCTION IN lincoln IL Project Location: 1450 Castle Manor Drive, Lincoln, IL 62656   To expand the long-term care services in the Lincoln, Illinois area, Heritage Enterprises decided to build a new skilled nursing facility.  This new 73,500 sq ft, slab-on-grade,…

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Uftring Chevrolet Washington Rebuild

A massive fire destroyed the dealership in January of 2018. P.J. Hoerr partnered with the Uftring team to rebuild on the same footprint this dealership was located for 35-years in Washington, IL. Photo credit - Uftring Chevrolet   See also: Uftring Automall Building Addition & Renovation…

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Yemm Ford Dealership Renovation Addition

Dealership Renovation & Building addition in Galesburg IL Project location: 2201 W Main St, Galesburg, IL 61401   P.J. Hoerr partnered with Yemm Ford on their dealership renovaiton and building addition in Galesburg IL. Their renovation was part of a re-branding effort to bring the…

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Renovated Office-Conference Rooms-Collaboration Space

Renovated Office Space in Bloomington IL P.J. Hoerr was selected to renovate office space in Bloomington IL. This project included modern conference rooms and collaboration space. 

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OSF Saint Francis Medical Center 6th Floor Renovation

General Contractor in Peoria IL Project location: 530 NE Glen Oak Ave, Peoria, IL 61637   P.J. Hoerr worked with OSF Hospital as the general contractor on their commercial renovation. This 22,000 sq ft space underwent a complete demolition of the existing 6th floor, as well as removal…

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Washington CHSD #308

Building Expansion for Washington CHSD in Washington IL Project location: 115 Bondurant St, Washington, IL 61571   P.J. Hoerr constructed a 30,000 sf addition for Washington CHSD. The new space houses a multipurpose commons, kitchen and servery, administrative office suite,…

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Knox College Alumni Hall Renovation

Building Renovation for Knox College in GALESBURG, IL Project location: 2 E South St, Galesburg, IL 61401   PJ Hoerr completed a building renovation for Knox College. The LEED Gold building was designed by architects Holabird and Root of Chicago and renovated by general contractor P.J.…

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OSF Center for Health - Streator, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - This renovation project transformed an existing 7-story hospital into a medical office building with a stand-alone emergency department.  Over 90,500 square feet were either partially or completely renovated.  Additionally, all new windows and a portion of new exterior…

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Advocate BroMenn Health and Fitness Center

100,000 Sq Ft. Healthcare Construction in Bloomington, IL P.J. Hoerr was awarded this $24 million, 105,000 square foot state-of-the-art health and wellness facility located in Bloomington, IL. Advocate BroMenn's Health and Fitness Center (formerly The Center for Integrated Wellness) brings…

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Pop-A-Shot - Historic Warehouse District Renovation - Peoria, IL

PAST PERFORMANCE - Pop-A-Shot a well-known brand in the arcade industry that produces and sells electronic arcade basketball games moved its headquarters from Salinas, Kansas to downtown Peoria.  P.J. Hoerr along with architects Farnsworth Group turned a 1920's era warehouse building…

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Lexington High School

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Buehler Home - Addition

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Meadowview Behavioral Health Hospital

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Heyworth Athletic Field Renovation

This project was a complete revamp of the Heyworth School Athletic Field. The new turf field, track, press box, and bleechers were completed just before the 2025 fall football sesaon. 

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Torry Gym Renovation - Washington Community High School

The Torry Gym Renovation project took place over the summer of 2025. The project team had a timeline of 3 months to complete the gym in order for the space to be ready before the students come August. The renovation featured a new gym floor, bleechers, score board, paint and most significant, the implementation…

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What We Do

Construction Management

As a Construction Manager, we provide overall management of the project with the work either entirely or partially subcontracted. We work proactively with all parties to insure a successful and satisfying result. Elements of the General Contracting and Design Build approaches can also be integrated into the Construction Management model.

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Design Builder

Single source responsibility is the name of the game in design/build construction. P.J. Hoerr takes full responsibility for both design and construction, collaborating with experienced architects and engineers to deliver the best design at the lowest cost. This method consistently outperforms the traditional design/bid/build model in terms of schedule, quality, and cost. P.J. Hoerr has successfully applied this approach to various projects, including healthcare, office, recreational, religious, and long-term care facilities.

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General Contractor

We can serve your needs as a General Contractor working productively with the project architect. In this capacity, we manage all of the subcontractors as well as performing many of the activities with our own forces and affiliates…concrete, carpentry, steel, masonry and millwork/cabinetry. This hands-on expertise provides enhanced quality and schedule control.

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Restoration

When disaster strikes.. tornado, wind damage, snow damage, flooding or fire your business and personal world is suddenly turned upside down. This is when you need a partner who can take many of the rebuilding or restoration details and management off your plate so that you can focus on your clients, your people and your core business.

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