About Us

About Us

Built on Family, Driven by Integrity

Montana Construction is a family-owned and operated heavy construction business headquartered in Lodi, New Jersey. We specialize in sewer, water, bridge and emergency services for municipalities, utility authorities and private entities throughout New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Our experienced team combines deep local knowledge with a steadfast commitment to safety, quality and rapid mobilization. Whether it’s routine infrastructure maintenance or an urgent emergency repair, Montana Construction delivers reliable, turnkey solutions you can count on.

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Leadership Guided by Principle

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Founded in 1993, Montana Construction is a family-owned and operated business by three siblings – Lisa S. Ballerini / President, Vincent Santaite/ Vice President and Dominic Santaite Jr. / Chief Operating Officer.

Each company leader was taught the fundamentals for developing and operating a successful construction company from their father and longtime construction executive, Dominic Santaite Sr., who instilled the pillars that drive Montana’s steady growth today: Integrity, hard work and respect.

Our Vision

“Montana Construction – The Gold Standard in Utility Infrastructure Solutions.”

 

Our vision is simple yet powerful. We strive to be recognized as the industry leader in utility infrastructure services, setting a gold standard in quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. We approach each project with a problem-solving mindset, using our extensive expertise to provide efficient and lasting solutions. Whether it’s emergency repairs, infrastructure upgrades, or long-term maintenance, we’re here to deliver excellence every step of the way.

As communities face the growing challenge of aging infrastructure, our work has never been more critical. Water and sewer systems are the lifelines of every city and town — essential to public health, environmental safety, and economic vitality. At Montana Construction, we’re proud to play a vital role in safeguarding these systems for current and future generations.

Our Mission

“Committed to operational excellence, through discipline, training, and technology.”

 

Our mission is to deliver consistent, high-quality results by continually improving our operations. We believe operational excellence doesn’t happen by chance — it’s the result of disciplined project management, well-trained teams, and staying on the leading edge of technology. From the field to the office, every member of the Montana Construction team is dedicated to raising the bar and exceeding expectations.

Our Values

Our Values Are More Than Words – They are the guiding principles that shape our decisions and define our company culture:

  • Integrity – We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.

  • Respect – We treat everyone — clients, coworkers, and industry partners — with fairness and professionalism.

  • Team Player – We believe collaboration drives success, and we’re always ready to support one another.

  • Safety – We prioritize a safe work environment above all else, ensuring every team member returns home safely.

  • Discipline – We take a structured and accountable approach to every task, regardless of the size or scope.

  • Manage by Results – We focus on outcomes, measuring our success by the tangible impact we make.

  • Professionalism – We hold ourselves to the highest standards of conduct and performance, delivering work that reflects our pride in the Montana name.

  • Relationships – We value the long-term partnerships we’ve built with clients, communities, and industry peers, knowing trust is the foundation of every successful project.

  • Performance – We deliver quality results on time and on budget, with a proven track record that speaks for itself.

  • Excellence through Discipline – Consistency matters. By applying discipline in every phase of our work, we achieve excellence not as an exception, but as the rule.

  • Innovation – We embrace new ideas, technologies, and methods that improve efficiency, sustainability, and results for our clients and communities.

  • Innovative Excellence – By blending forward-thinking innovation with uncompromising standards of excellence, we push the boundaries of what’s possible in construction.

Our core Values

Our values are more than words. They are the guiding principles that shape our decisions and define our company culture:

 

1. Performance Built on Safety and Teamwork

We lead by example, work safely, and always have each other’s backs. When we support one another and work as a team, we get the job done right.

2. Excellence through Discipline

We bring our best to every task—big or small—by staying focused, organized, and committed. Discipline is how we turn hard work into great results.


3. Operational Integrity

We do the right thing—always. We treat people with respect and focus on results that matter. Our word means something, and our work proves it.

How do we embed them?

It’s important that employees understand the values and make sure that they represent them in all areas of their work life. Communicating your values clearly and regularly can ensure that they become part of your company’s DNA.

 

Ideas for incorporation: 

  • Company meetings (call out the value and talk about how employees are living the values in the culture) 
  • Screensavers laptop/phone
  • Zoom backgrounds
  • Paycheck materials
  • Meeting materials
  • HR platform/onboarding process
  • Interview process
  • Perf mgmt: link values to our 5 scorecard measures
  • Reward and succession planning

Ownership Team

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