BUILDING THE SKILLED TRADES INDUSTRY
Workforce Training for the Future of Construction in St. Louis and the Midwest.
Module Building Systems (MBS) trains St. Louis residents for careers in panelized offsite construction and advanced CNC manufacturing. We build our skilled workforce through partnerships with Ranken Technical College and SLATE, the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment.
Our goal is direct. Create good jobs in St. Louis and give local talent a real path into a growing industry. And these are careers. Every full-time MBS role comes with a living wage, full health benefits, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and maternity leave.
A Better Way to Build for Tomorrow starts with the people who build it.
Why Construction Workforce Training Matters Now
The construction industry must attract an estimated 349,000 net new workers in 2026 to meet demand, according to Associated Builders and Contractors. About one in five construction workers is nearing retirement, and too few young people are entering the trades. At the same time, offsite construction made up only about 3% of single-family homes completed in 2024. The need is urgent and the room to grow is enormous.
MBS sits at the center of that opportunity. Our panelized system moves most of the build indoors, into a controlled 40,000 square foot CNC manufacturing facility in North St. Louis. That shift creates a new kind of construction job. Cleaner. Safer. Year-round. Tech-forward. It also opens the door to workers who were never offered a way in before.
Our Partnership With Ranken Technical College
MBS partners with Ranken Technical College, one of the largest and oldest technical colleges in the St. Louis region. Founded in 1907, Ranken has trained St. Louis students in manufacturing, construction, and advanced technical fields for more than a century.
Through this partnership, Ranken students gain hands-on experience with MBS technology and processes. They learn on real panelized construction and advanced manufacturing work, not just in a classroom. This builds the exact skills the modern construction industry needs and creates a direct pipeline into MBS careers.
The collaboration also reaches into the community. MBS has worked alongside Ranken Community Development Corporation (RCDC), Ranken's nonprofit development arm founded in 1994 to pair student trade training with affordable single-family housing in North St. Louis. That work gives students real project experience while delivering homes the community needs.
Our Partnership With SLATE, the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment
MBS is a proud partner of SLATE, the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment, as a workforce training provider. SLATE is the City of St. Louis government workforce agency and American Job Center. It connects St. Louis residents to job training, career services, and employment at no cost, and it helps employers recruit and train skilled workers.
SLATE has served St. Louis for 50 years, with construction and the skilled trades as a cornerstone of its work. Through this partnership, MBS aims to connect more St. Louis residents to training and career opportunities in offsite construction and advanced manufacturing, with a focus on North St. Louis and communities that have been left out for too long.
The mission is shared. Put local people to work. Build skills that last. Strengthen the St. Louis workforce.
Careers in Panelized and Offsite Construction
Modular and offsite construction careers go well beyond the traditional job site. At MBS, roles span the factory floor and the field.
Factory and manufacturing roles:
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CNC machine operation and advanced manufacturing
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Panelized production and assembly
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Quality control and inspection
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Production scheduling and workflow
Design and technical roles:
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CAD and BIM drafting
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Architectural and manufacturing drawings
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Project management and estimating
Field and installation roles:
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Panel setting and on-site assembly
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Transportation and logistics
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Site coordination and safety
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These are careers, not just jobs. Every role comes with the pay and benefits that support a family: living wage, full health coverage, paid leave, and room to grow.
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Partner With Us or Start Your Career
Whether you want to train for a career in construction or manufacturing, or you lead an organization ready to build the workforce with us, MBS wants to hear from you.
Email us your resume to: info@modulebs.com
or call 314-377-3335
Building Equity in North St. Louis
MBS is headquartered at 921 N 20th Street in North St. Louis. That location is a choice, not a coincidence. Our mission runs on three pillars: Social, Environmental, and Educational. Workforce training delivers on all three.
We are committed to bringing equity back to North St. Louis, supporting marginalized communities, and helping the region recover from the May 16, 2025 tornado that cut across North City. By hiring and training locally, we keep opportunity in the neighborhood and help families build long-term stability.
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WORKFORCE TRAINING FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is panelized offsite construction?
Panelized offsite construction builds wall and floor panels in a factory, then ships them flat-packed to the job site for assembly. Panels arrive finished with windows, doors, insulation, and sheathing pre-installed. This method can build up to 50% faster with up to 90% less waste than traditional construction.
What training does MBS offer for construction careers in St. Louis?
MBS builds its skilled workforce through partnerships with Ranken Technical College and SLATE, the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment. Training focuses on panelized construction, CNC manufacturing, and offsite assembly, with hands-on experience in our North St. Louis facility.
Who is SLATE and how does MBS work with them?
SLATE, the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment, is the City of St. Louis government workforce agency and American Job Center. It connects residents to no-cost job training and career services and helps employers build a skilled workforce. MBS partners with SLATE to connect St. Louis residents to training and career opportunities in offsite construction.
What jobs are available in modular, OFFSITE, and panelized construction?
Careers include CNC machine operators, panel assemblers, quality control technicians, CAD and BIM designers, project managers, estimators, and installation crews. Roles span both the factory floor and the field.
Where is MBS located?
MBS is headquartered at 921 N 20th Street, St. Louis, MO 63106, with a 40,000 square foot CNC manufacturing facility in North St. Louis.
