Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Excavation Partner in Indianapolis
Poindexter Excavating has been a leader in site development and excavation services since 1974, serving Indiana and beyond. Our commitment to quality, safety, and innovation has made us one of the most trusted excavation firms in the region. With over 200 union-trained employees and a fleet of 200+ advanced equipment units, we deliver precision-driven projects across retail, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors. Our founder, Billy Poindexter, built the company on values of hard work and integrity, which remain central to our operations today. We specialize in preconstruction planning, automated grade control, and utility installation, leveraging cutting-edge technology like Trimble Earthworks and Agtek 4D software.Our state-of-the-art 28,000 sq ft maintenance facility ensures equipment reliability, while our full-time safety director and OSHA-certified teams uphold rigorous safety standards. Over decades, weve navigated market fluctuations to consistently deliver over 85 projects annually, moving millions of cubic yards of earth and installing miles of infrastructure. As a union shop since inception, we prioritize workforce expertise and client collaboration to exceed project expectations. Our regional focus and technological investments position us to handle projects of any scale efficiently and sustainably.
Services
Excavation
Utility Installation
Grading
Project Management
Equipment Rental
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- Weve specialized in Indiana excavation since 1974 with regional expertise.
- Our 200+ union operators ensure skilled, reliable workforce execution.
- State-of-the-art GPS and laser-guided equipment guarantees precision grading.
- 28,000 sq ft maintenance facility ensures equipment uptime and longevity.
- Full-time safety director and OSHA-certified teams prioritize jobsite security.
Services
Excavation Services
Our excavation services handle mass grading, foundation work, and site preparation using GPS-controlled equipment. With 200+ machines and union-certified operators, we move millions of cubic yards annually while maintaining precision. Clients benefit from reduced timelines and cost efficiency through our technology-driven approach.
Utility Installation
We specialize in water, storm, and sanitary sewer systems with deep installation capabilities. Our team manages meter pits, lift stations, and pressure testing. Advanced Agtek 4D modeling ensures accurate utility layouts, minimizing rework and ensuring compliance with municipal standards for long-term infrastructure reliability.
Project Management
Our project managers use HCSS HeavyJob and Autodesk software to oversee timelines, budgets, and subcontractor coordination. By anticipating bottlenecks and leveraging real-time data, we maintain schedule adherence while integrating safety protocols and quality control measures throughout project phases.
Equipment Rental
Clients can rent excavators, dozers, and haul trucks with or without operators. Our maintained fleet includes laser-guided grading systems, ensuring access to cutting-edge technology without long-term investment. Flexible time-and-material pricing supports project-specific needs.
Preconstruction Planning
We provide free CAD-based quantity takeoffs and value engineering to optimize site balance and budgets. By identifying design discrepancies early, clients reduce costs and avoid delays, ensuring projects start with accurate earthwork and utility estimates.
People
Billy Poindexter
Founder
Billy Poindexter established the company in 1974 with a single dozer. His commitment to union labor and equipment investment grew the firm into Indianas leading excavation contractor, maintaining family values while embracing technological innovation for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Questions
What excavation services do you offer?
We provide earthwork, grading, foundation excavation, and utility installation for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects across Indiana and the Midwest.
Are your operators certified?
All operators are union-certified with OSHA training in safety protocols, confined spaces, and equipment-specific procedures to ensure compliance and jobsite security.
How do you ensure project accuracy?
We use Trimble Earthworks GPS systems and Agtek 4D software for real-time grading adjustments, reducing material waste and ensuring precise alignment with design specifications.
Can I rent your equipment?
Yes, we offer equipment rentals with or without operators, including excavators, dozers, and haul trucks, supported by our maintenance team for optimal performance.
What safety measures are in place?
A full-time safety director oversees weekly training, PPE compliance, and hazard assessments. All foremen hold OSHA certifications and specialized safety credentials.
Reviews (1)
Nicholas Berger
Jun 22, 2017
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I have worked for this company for 5 years and my father has for going on 40. The company is like one big family and always looking out for one another while providing the best excavation services to their clients. Theres a reason why Poindexter is one of the few big dirt moving companies in the state.
