Please join us in congratulating Colin Williams on his promotion to Project Executive! Since joining in 2015, Colin’s dedication and focus on building relationships have been instrumental in growing our cold storage division, including securing new clients. We’re excited to see all the great work he will continue to do in this new role!
Celebrating Growth: Kareem Wint & Login Wood Promoted to Superintendent I!
We’re thrilled to announce two well-earned promotions:
Kareem Wint has been promoted to Superintendent I! Kareem has been with Williams for six years, showcasing unwavering commitment and leadership. From successfully completing Education Program projects to leading the construction of our Maitland office, Kareem’s dedication has been key to his success.
Login Wood as been promoted to Superintendent I! Since joining Williams in 2022, Login has demonstrated exceptional drive and work ethic all of his projects. His leadership has consistently delivered outstanding results.
Please help us congratulate Kareem and Login!
Celebrating Growth: Four Project Engineers Promoted to Assistant Project Manager!
We’re excited to announce the promotion of four outstanding project engineers to Assistant Project Managers!
Diego Fernandez: In just two years, Diego has demonstrated exceptional dedication and problem-solving skills, excelling in our Target Program. His leadership on the Target Vineland project was key to its success, and we’re eager to see his continued growth.
Braden Rollins: Starting as a Williams intern in 2016 and rejoining in 2023, Braden has made a significant impact with his expertise in estimating and field operations. He has been a difference maker on major education and retail projects alike, and even successfully ran his own project in conjunction with his other projects.
Joe Fazekas: With three years at Williams, Joe has excelled in the Target and Education programs and is now thriving in the industrial/cold storage division. His dedication to learning and advancing in commercial construction is truly impressive.
Drew Kraemer: After interning with Williams in 2021 and joining full-time in 2022, Drew has gained extensive experience in our Education program and will be managing his own renovation project this Spring. His talent and commitment shine through in every project.
Celebrating Growth: Chris Simac & Ruben Morhain Earn Well-Deserved Promotions in Preconstruction!
Exciting News from Preconstruction! We’re proud to announce two well-deserved promotions in our Preconstruction department:
Chris Simac has been promoted to Preconstruction Manager II! Chris’s journey with Williams began as an intern in 2016, becoming an employee-owner in 2018. Transitioning from Project Engineer to Preconstruction during the 2020 slowdown, he has consistently excelled. His precision, attention to detail, and dedication to delivering accurate estimates have earned him the trust of clients and colleagues alike.
Ruben Morhain has been promoted to Preconstruction Manager I! Over the past three years, Ruben has built strong trade partner relationships and honed his skills as a trusted estimator. His eagerness to learn and commitment to excellence make him a key contributor to our success.
Congratulations to Chris and Ruben! We look forward to their continued impact and success in driving our future growth.
Celebrating Exciting New Year Promotions
We’re kicking off the new year with exciting news! We’re thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotions of three outstanding employees!
Anthony Rodriguez has been promoted to PreConstruction Manager II! With 15 years of construction estimating experience, Anthony’s leadership has been instrumental in the success of our Tampa division. We look forward to his continued excellence in cost planning and project analysis.
Garrett Early is now Project Manager I! Over the past two years, Garrett has demonstrated exceptional organizational skills, leadership, and problem-solving, making him a vital part of our team. We’re excited to see his continued impact on quality and client satisfaction.
Jacob Clemens has advanced to Assistant Project Manager! Starting as an intern in 2019 and officially joining in 2020, Jacob has excelled through various roles, contributing significantly to our education projects.
Please join us in congratulating Anthony, Garrett, and Jacob!
Celebrating Milestones: Topping-Out for Target Wildwood
Last week, we celebrated a key milestone with a topping-out lunch for the new Target project in Wildwood. This event was an opportunity to recognize and express our gratitude to the dedicated subcontractors and vendors whose expertise and hard work have been essential to the project’s success. The new store is scheduled to open in August 2025. 2025 marks the 35th year anniversary of opening our first Target store in 1990 in Orlando.
Doubling Down for the Holidays
In December, Williams Company proudly celebrated a major milestone: becoming the first contractor to complete two homes and host two key dedication ceremonies ON THE SAME DAY for Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County! In just under 30 days, our dedicated veteran team built two homes two deserving families, made possible by the generous support of our incredible subcontractor partners, vendors, and sponsors.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our vendors for their time, donations, and support:
• Anthologia, Inc. DBA Garth A Schweizer Landscape
• The Deland Woodcrafter, LLC
• Diamond Flooring Systems LLC
• Georgia Mechanical, Inc.
• Imperial Roof Systems Co.
• I & P Construction, LLC
• L.C. Electric Inc, Kleen Sweep, Inc.
• Percopo Coatings Company, LLC
• Tharp Plumbing Systems, Inc
• T & T Construction Management Group, Inc.
• United Site Services Value Added Group Inc
• Willscot
We also want to thank our generous lunch sponsors for providing lunch to the hardworking teams:
• Big John’s Rockin’ BBQ
• Bright Future Electric, LLC
• CHA Fire Protection Services, LLC
• Cronin Construciton Corp.
• Fine Line Electric, Inc.
• J. Hofius JDN Electronics
• Leading Edge Land Services, Inc.
• Lin Rogers Electrical Contractors, Inc.
• MAS Construction, Inc.
• Muska Plumbing, LLC
• Nationwide General Contractors, Inc.
• The Nidy Sports Construction Co.
• Phoenix Flooring, Inc.
• QGS Development, Inc.
• Schaal Glass Company, Inc.
• Seretta Construction, Inc.
• Spectra Contract Flooring
• SSE and Associates Inc. dba Southeastern Surfaces Equipment
• Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.
The annual “Home for the Holidays” build exemplifies our commitment to making a positive impact by providing affordable housing for families in the Habitat for Humanity program. With over a century of giving back to our community, Williams Company is proud to continue this tradition and looks forward to more milestones in 2025!
Q1 Weigh-In
Doubling Down for the Holidays
This past December, Williams Company proudly celebrated a major milestone: becoming the first contractor to complete two homes and host two key dedication ceremonies ON THE SAME DAY for Habitat for HumanityGreater Orlando and Osceola County! In just under 30 days, our dedicated
veteran team built two homes for two deserving families, made possible by the generous support of our incredible subcontractor partners, vendors, and sponsors.
The annual “Home for the Holidays” build exemplifies our commitment to making a positive impact by providing affordable housing for families in the Habitat for Humanity program. With over a century of giving back to our community, Williams Company is proud to continue this tradition and looks
forward to more impactful milestones in 2025!
August 2024 Weigh-In
Celebrating the Completion of the McLaughlin Gymnasium
We’re excited to announce the completion of the new McLaughlin Gymnasium at Polk County Schools! This impressive 28,373-square-foot facility is a transformative addition to the campus, marking a major
milestone in McLaughlin’s expansion to accommodate both middle and high school students.
The gymnasium offers state-of-the-art amenities, including locker rooms, a weight room, a training room, and offices. Beyond serving as the hub for McLaughlin’s athletic programs, it also provides a versatile space for school and community events and functions as a hurricane shelter, ensuring the
safety and well-being of all.
We’re proud to have contributed to this project and look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on the students and the community!
Williams Company Celebrates Topping Out of Kindred K-8 School
Last week, we proudly celebrated the topping out of the Kindred K-8 School in the School District of Osceola County! This remarkable 3-story, concrete tilt-wall K-8 prototype is designed to accommodate 1,415 students and achieve the prestigious designation of a High-Performance Building.
During construction, the PE storage building has been utilized as a small mock-up structure, ensuring precision and quality. The project also features a standalone gymnasium designed to meet the latest Florida EHPA standards, further highlighting our commitment to safety and innovation.
To show our gratitude to the hardworking subcontractors who made this milestone possible, we hosted a catered lunch from Big Daddy’s BBQ and an exciting raffle. A special thank you to CHA Fire Protection Services, Cronin Construction, Energy Air, Hire Quest, Kenpat, Modern Plumbing, Pacesetter, Sunbelt Rentals, Terry’s Electric, and VMG Construction for contributing fantastic raffle prizes!
We also extend our sincere thanks to the School District of Osceola County, SchenkelShultz Architecture, our trade partners, and vendors, who have devoted countless hours to ensuring safe and high-quality construction. Your hard work and commitment are the foundation of this project’s success.
