ESOP Committee Visits Sysco Southern Oaks Jobsite

Last month, our ESOP Connections Committee had the opportunity to visit the crew at the Sysco Southern Oaks Warehouse jobsite for an insightful walk-through of their ongoing work!

Situated on a 51-acre site, the new cold and dry storage warehouse is being constructed using a combination of tilt-wall and insulated metal panel systems. The 523,820-square-foot facility will feature 62 loading dock positions and is on track for completion in just under 14 months—a remarkable achievement.

To show our appreciation for the team’s hard work and dedication, we brought lunch and spent quality time connecting with them on-site. We’re incredibly proud of their commitment, skill, and the exceptional work being done to bring this project to life!

Celebrating Parrish Community High School’s Classroom Addition

On April 15th, our team along with our partners at SchenkelShultz Architects and the School District of Manatee County shared the stage during the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Classroom Addition Building 8 to Parrish Community High School. Although the school opened only 5 years ago, the continuous growth of Manatee County accelerated this pre-programmed addition to meet the community need.

This was our first project with the School District of Manatee County, and despite tropical storms and hurricanes, Williams Company delivered the project ahead of schedule, and significantly under the County’s budget. We look forward to many more successful projects with the School District of Manatee County in the coming years!

Project Win: Stetson Hulley Tower

Symbolizing remembrance, resilience, and rebirth, Hulley Tower is the latest restoration project we’re honored to lead at Stetson University.

Originally built in 1934 and dismantled after sustaining hurricane damage in 2004, Hulley Tower holds deep historical significance. Its base has remained intact, serving as a mausoleum for Stetson’s second President, Lincoln Hulley, and his wife, Eloise.

Now, nearly two decades later, Williams Company is proudly restoring Hulley Tower to its original 116-foot height. This reconstruction project will not only revive a cherished campus landmark, but elevate it—literally and symbolically—with the addition of a new 52-bell carillon. The bells, cast at the renowned Grassmayr Bell Foundry in Innsbruck, Austria, will bring a powerful and lasting voice to campus tradition.

We are honored to partner with Stetson University on this meaningful project—honoring the past while restoring a treasured landmark to its former glory, ensuring its legacy endures for generations to come.

Blaine Rutter Promoted to Senior Superintendent!

Join us in congratulating Blaine Rutter on his promotion to Senior Superintendent!

For over 27 years, Blaine has been the backbone of countless successful projects at Williams Company. His relentless work ethic, deep construction expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence have made him a standout leader on every jobsite.

Clients don’t just respect Blaine—they trust him. His ability to build strong, lasting relationships and deliver results time and again makes him an invaluable part of our team.

We’re incredibly proud of this well-earned promotion and can’t wait to see what Blaine accomplishes next.

Victoria Reeder Promoted to Project Accountant II!

Please join us in celebrating Victoria Reeder on her well-earned promotion to Project Accountant II! Over the past 3 years, Victoria has been an integral part of our accounting team at Williams Company, consistently delivering excellence and reliability.

Beyond her day-to-day responsibilities, Victoria is always willing to lend a hand at company events—supporting efforts like our 2025 Community Care Event Clay Shoots and Habitat for Humanity Home Builds. Her willingness to jump in and help wherever needed is a true reflection of her collaborative spirit and positive attitude.

We’re thrilled to see her grow into this next chapter. Congratulations, Victoria!

Hands-On Learning at Stetson: A Closer Look at Our Residence Hall Project

The Williams Company project team at Stetson University recently hosted an insightful job site visit for our office-based and early-career employees at the new residence hall currently under construction. During the visit, they toured the site, gained a deeper understanding of the construction process, and observed firsthand the unique aspects of this project. The residence hall features a robust building system that integrates CMU, structural steel, hollow core planks, brick, framing, and more. We’re grateful for our team’s dedication in bringing this project to life and excited to see it take shape!

Celebrating Growth: Rick Dunn Promoted to Vice President of Operations!

Exciting News! We’re thrilled to announce the promotion of Rick Dunn to Vice President of Operations!

Over the past four years, Rick has led our Education Group in Orlando with vision and determination—guiding our growth from working with just a few school districts to becoming a trusted partner in over 10. His leadership has been a key driver of our expansion and continued success.

Rick exemplifies what it means to be an outstanding leader—reliable, willing, tenacious, passionate, driven, and a dedicated mentor to our team. Those who’ve had the opportunity to work with him know he leads with integrity and purpose every single day.

We’re excited for the future as Rick continues to help shape new leaders, strengthen our processes, expand into new markets, and elevate everything we do.

Please join us in congratulating Rick on this well-earned promotion—congrats, Rick!

James Meldrum Promoted to Superintendent I!

Join us in congratulating James Meldrum on his well-earned promotion to Superintendent I! Since joining us in 2023 as a dedicated employee-owner, James has played a key role in strengthening our partnerships with multiple clients through his hard work and commitment.

We’re thrilled to see James continue to grow and succeed at Williams—congratulations, James!

Williams Company Named 2025 Employee-Owned Company of the Year!

Williams Company is proud to announce that we have been named the 2025 Employee-Owned Company of the Year by the Florida Chapter of the ESOP Association! This prestigious honor is especially meaningful given the many outstanding employee-owned companies within this organization. We firmly believe that Williams Company IS the best place to work, and we are beyond excited to receive this formal recognition confirming it! A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated employee-owners and our ESOP Connections Committee for their hard work on the submission and their ongoing contributions to our company’s success!

Celebrating Women in Construction: Margaret Dewar

As we wrap up Women in Construction Week, we’re excited to highlight Margaret Dewar, one of our talented Assistant Project Managers! She plays a vital role on our team, and we’re grateful to have her. Read her insightful thoughts about being a woman in the AEC industry!