Awards

Excellence is in everything we do

Winning awards isn’t our mission, but we do take pride in being honored with so many of the industry’s most prestigious accolades.

2020 ABCWI Gold Award

2020 ABCWI Silver Award

2019 ABCWI Gold Award

2019 ABCWI Silver Award

Inc. 5000 Award 2018

SBA 2018 Person of the Year

2017 ABCWI Silver Award

2016 ABCWI Gold Award

2015 ABCWI Gold Award

2014 ABCWI Gold Award

2013 ABCWI Gold Award

2012 ABCWI Gold Award

2009 ABCWI Eagle Award

2008 ABCWI Gold Award

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2020 ABCWI GOLD AWARD

Bowlero Corporation, Arlington, Va.

This 50,000 square foot bowling and entertainment project was constructed inside a 50-year-old high-rise with 13 stories of residential above -and three levels of parking below- the construction site. The completed project features 32 backlight bowling lanes, lounge seating, interactive arcades and high-definition video walls.

2020 ABCWI GOLD AWARD

LIDL Grocery Store, Lawrenceville, Ga.

Three feet of rainfall led to 12 weeks of lost production in a 36-week-long timeline to construct a 30,000 square foot grocery store on five acres of land. Delays in permitting due to COVID-19, as well needing to work with the DOT and county to maneuver around existing utilities and relocate power lines, fiber optic cables and telephone services were faced head on to complete the project.

2020 ABCWI SILVER AWARD

Crossroads Church, Madison, Wis.

This 7,000 square foot renovation of the 12,000 square foot church required managing volunteers and subcontractors to convert a large sanctuary into a more intimate room for services, provide a handicap-accessible stage, and update the nursery, kitchen and welcome area while creating a multi-purpose fellowship room and youth center. The existing sanctuary contained bowl-style seating that required 30 inches of compacted gravel and structural foam blocks to create a level concrete floor.

Associated Builders and Contractors 2019 Project of Distinction Gold Award

Holiday Inn Express, Beaver Dam, Wis.

When WDS’ sister company, JCW Development, recognized a need for lodging in the Beaver Dam community, WDS’ services and skills earned Gold on the first hotel project the company ever constructed.

WDS Construction, Inc., received four Project of Distinction awards at the 2019 Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin’s annual banquet, held on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in the Wisconsin Dells. ABC’s Project of Distinction Awards recognize construction excellence and are judged by a panel of experts that critique safety, quality, owner satisfaction, execution and coordination, budgeting, challenges faced and overall distinctiveness.

Associated Builders and Contractors 2019 Project of Distinction Silver Award

Cedar Valley Cheese, Belgium, Wis.

A building site previously used for wastewater created challenging sub-surface soils for this 90,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art cold storage, cut/shred and packaging space. Engineering strategies and a design that allows for future expansion without operation disruptions received silver.

Associated Builders and Contractors 2019 Project of Distinction Silver Award

Punch Bowl Social, Milwaukee, Wis.

The build out of this 31,000-square foot eater-tainment venue near Fiserv Forum tackled tight timelines, limited access to the space, and elements from nearby demolition of the Bradley Center. The outcome –an eclectic space with zero recordable accidents during construction—collected silver.
WDS Construction, Inc., received four Project of Distinction awards at the 2019 Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin’s annual banquet, held on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in the Wisconsin Dells. ABC’s Project of Distinction Awards recognize construction excellence and are judged by a panel of experts that critique safety, quality, owner satisfaction, execution and coordination, budgeting, challenges faced and overall distinctiveness.

Associated Builders and Contractors 2019 Project of Distinction Silver Award

Parkdale Mall, Beaumont, Texas

Demo of an existing retail space for an 81,000-square-foot redevelopment, combined with tenant changes and relocating an electrical line powering half of the mall earned silver.

Inc. 5000 Award 2018

With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 96 Percent, WDS Ranks No. 3,786 on the 2018 Inc. 5000 List

On the 37th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest growing private companies, Inc. magazine revealed that WDS Construction, Inc. was No. 3,786. The list represents the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment – it’s independent small businesses. WDS President, Ben Westra says, “We were very excited and humbled to make the Inc. 5000 list. We did not intentionally set out to grow this quickly, but these last three years are a testament to our incredible staff and loyal customers.”

Small Business Administration 2018 Person of the Year – Honorable Mention

Ben Westra, President of WDS, awarded 2018 Small Business Administration Person of the Year – Honorable Mention Award.

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Wisconsin office recognizes the contributions of small businesses to America’s economy by honoring outstanding entrepreneurs and their supporters. In 2018, Ben Westra, President of WDS, was chosen as the Small Business Administration 2018 Person of the Year – Honorable Mention. The winners represented the best of Wisconsin’s 445,000 small businesses and honored Ben Westra for his business acumen and service to the community.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2017 Projects of Distinction Silver Award

Beaver Dam Cold Storage in Beaver Dam, WI built a 90,000 SF facility in the Beaver Dam Industrial Park using WDS as it’s general contractor.

WDS Construction, Inc. built a new 90,000 SF ground-up project for Beaver Dam Cold Storage in Beaver Dam, WI. The new facility has ample freezer and cooler space and room for future expansion. The deadline on this project was met, despite wet weather. Ultimately Beaver Dam Cold Storage has a more efficient and cutting edge facility to store product for their clients.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2017 Projects of Distinction Silver Award for WDS HQ

When WDS Construction, Inc. outgrew its 2,500 SF office space in Beaver Dam, WI they built a beautiful new facility in a prominent location.

WDS Construction, Inc. designed and built a modern, efficient office building full of natural light after outgrowing its former facility in Beaver Dam, WI. The new space accommodates staff and will comfortably hold future growth for the firm. The beautiful new facility is prominently located on Highway 151 near Beaver Dam, WI and includes a training facility, workout facility, conference rooms, board room, bar, kitchen, and employee game room.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2016 Projects of Distinction Gold Award

Highly visible off of US Interstate 94, Racine Toyota built a beautiful, modern facility and chose WDS as it’s general contractor.

WDS Construction, Inc. built a beautiful 32,000 SF design/build project for Racine Toyota in Pleasant Prairie, WI. With a 12,000 SF Showroom and a 20,000 SF Service Area, the new facility has room for future grown. The state of the art design met Toyota’s specifications, and despite having wet weather to contend with, the project still finished on time and within budget.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2015 Projects of Distinction Gold Award

Enerquip, LLC in Medford, WI remodeled their office and plant areas, and added a tower for storage, using WDS as it’s general contractor.

WDS Construction, Inc. built a beautiful 41,000 SF design/build project for Enerquip, LLC in Medford, WI. The office area was totally demolished down to the original exterior masonry walls and then completely redone with a new layout and modern, durable finishes. The plant also had improvements with a new electrical service, new windows and new lighting. The addition of the tower created a more efficient way to store stock items. Ultimately Enerquip, LLC has a more modern, efficient structure to produce their equipment.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2014 Projects of Distinction Gold Award

Dick’s Sporting Goods selected WDS to build this beautiful, two story store in Northern California, which ultimately won them an Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin Projects OF Distinction Gold award.

Despite budget, design and schedule issues, this project was delivered on schedule and within budget, much to the delight of the retail client. WDS worked very closely with the developer to value engineer the project, ultimately saving over $100,000. Ultimately, WDS turned the project over one month early to the developer and tenant.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2014 Projects of Distinction Gold Award

WDS was the general contractor chosen by Central Wisconsin Christian School in Waupun, WI, for a remodel project in their middle school and high school wings, winning a gold award for this modern Learning Center.

Central Wisconsin Christian School is a cutting edge 4K-12th grade educational facility, with a newly remodeled Middle School and High School, transforming the library and a few under-utilized classrooms into a state of the art Learning Center for iPad and laptop-friendly research. WDS was thrilled to bring this project in on time and within budget to the delight of their client.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2013 Projects of Distinction Gold Award

The Horicon Bank selected WDS Construction as its general contractor for a new, state of the art facility in Oshkosh, WI.

The Horicon Bank is a 2,694 SF project located on Omro Road in Oshkosh, WI. Using modern design to imitate the local culture, this bank is the perfect reflection of nature in construction. With the Canadian Goose represented on the exterior and corn embodied within the interior, the Horicon Bank infused natural elements into its modern structure. With special attention to environmentally-friendly HVAC systems and LED fixtures, WDS brought this project in on time and within budget.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2012 Projects of Distinction Gold Award

WDS put an addition on Central Wisconsin Christian School in Waupun, WI of 42,935 SF, including a wing for Pre-K to 5th grade, and new state of the art kitchen, gymnasium, locker rooms, commons area, art room, and music room.

WDS coordinated volunteer supervision and laborers for this beautiful elementary school, gymnasium and kitchen addition, which ultimately saved fundraising over $300,000. Volunteers self-performed trades including painting, demolition and carpentry, as well as installation of ceiling tile, doors, frames and hardware. Located in Waupun, WI, this Christian school hosts 3K – 12th Grade and boasts state-of-the-art classrooms, kitchen and locker rooms.

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2009 National Excellence in Construction Eagle Award

WDS won the highest national award for a demolition project for the City of Beaver Dam, WI, along the Beaver Dam River behind the downtown businesses.

This ten building demolition project had all the challenges of normal demolition, plus having to protect the two-story tavern at 203 Front Street as WDS razzed a three-story building at 201 Front Street and the fact that the building were over the river or adjacent to the river. The project was completed under the GMP, one month early and resulted in a very happy and satisfied owner, the City of Beaver Dam!

Associated Builders & Contractors Wisconsin 2008 Projects of Distinction Gold Award

WDS won a gold award from the Wisconsin Chapter of ABC for the Kirsh Foundry addition in Beaver Dam, WI.

WDS demolished and removed 29,065 SF of existing buildings and constructed one 33,500 SF of new building for Kirsh Foundry. The new building was expanded in size to remove hundreds of feet of poorly insulated outside walls, inefficient outside corridors used as traffic alley ways and some storage.