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Wolgast Corporation Named an ABC Accredited Quality Contractor for Leadership in Construction Safety, Education and Culture

Wolgast Corporation of Saginaw, MI today announced that it has again been named an Accredited Quality Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors. has earned the prestigious credential for its commitment to corporate responsibility. Only 525 of the nation’s elite merit shop construction contractors earned the credential in 2023.

Wolgast Announces Additions to Staff

Wolgast Corporation announces additions to its staff Steve Kerby of Saginaw’s Thomas Township has accepted a position as Director of Business Development for the company. He joins the sales team to seek out and develop new clients while serving existing customers for Design-Build and General Construction opportunities. Kerby, a Leadership Saginaw graduated, brings experience from his previous role as Director of Sales for Source One Environmental in Davison. He achieved his B.S. in Finance and MBA from Central Michigan University and also received leadership and sales training from Dale Carnegie. Kerby is involved with Swan Valley Athletics, has coached Rage travel baseball and Sugar Beets travel softball, and is an outdoorsman active in the Riverend Hunt Club.

Wolgast recognized as 2024 Top Performer US Contractor by ABC

Saginaw, MI - Wolgast Corporation has been recognized among the 2024 Top Performing US Contractors by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC)! Wolgast is listed as #146 out of 250 based on hours worked in 2023.

Wolgast Announces Promotions of Staff

Saginaw, MI – Wolgast Corporation President, Steve Salyers, announces staff promotions within the Employee-Owned Company.

Neil Frank has been appointed Vice President of Architecture. He started with Wolgast in 1997 and most recently held the position of Director of Architecture. Neil earned his Master of Architecture from Lawrence Technological University and has more than 25 years of architectural and land use experience. As Vice President of Architecture, Neil is the design lead for the company’s Design-Build projects and coordinates the design team, he also oversees the project administration and construction observation working closely with the Director of Preconstruction.

Amy Jammer has been promoted to Cost Control Administrator. Amy started with Wolgast in 2020 as Payroll Clerk and then moved into the Accounts Receivable position a few years later. She has 25 years of Accounting related experience. Her new responsibilities include preparing school cost manuals and billing clients for CM services. Amy is currently completing her Associate in Business Studies - Accounting at Delta College, expected to graduate December 2024.

2023 Employee-Owner Milestones

Wolgast has had a lot to celebrate in our 75th year including the following Employee-Owner milestones. On December 8th, during our Quarterly Employee Development Meeting, the following individuals were honored for their achievements:

Wolgast Receives National Recognition as Accredited Quality Contractor

For Immediate Release

Wolgast Corporation is proud to announce that they have been named an Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC). Wolgast received national recognition as a result of achieving STEP Platinum status and meeting high certification standards evaluated by the Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABC). ABC is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Accredited Quality Contractors program in 2023, and only 547 of the nation’s elite merit shop construction contractors most recently earned the credential.

Promotions for Design-Build & General Contracting Divisions

Wolgast Announces Promotions within Design-Build & General Contracting Divisions

Saginaw, MI – Wolgast Corporation announces staff promotions within the Employee-Owned Company.

Eric J. Schwartzly has been appointed Vice President of Construction. He has been with the company since 1997 and most recently held the position of Director of Construction. Schwartzly started as a Field Supervisor, then held positions of Project Manager, followed by Director of Restaurant Construction. As Vice President of Construction, Schwartzly’s responsibilities include overseeing project management within the Design-Build, General Contracting, and Restaurant Divisions, guiding his teams toward achieving company strategic objectives, assisting in developing new markets, and retaining Wolgast’s long-term and valued clients.

Wolgast Recognized for Excellence in Construction 2023

ABC Greater Michigan Chapter hosted the Greatness and Gratitude Gala last week to honor member contractors on their achievements over the past year. Wolgast is honored to be a STEP Platinum recipient, and to receive three Excellence in Construction Awards!

Wolgast Announced Employee-Owner Updates

Saginaw, MI - Wolgast Corporation announces employee-owner staff changes. Valerie McKinnon of Bay City, has been promoted to Project Manager Assistant. She will assist with managerial and technical support of the General Construction and Design-Build Divisions. She joined Wolgast in September of 2022 as our Payroll Clerk. She and her husband also own a video gaming/sales business, she has four children, and she enjoys gardening.

It's Design + Construction Week! February 8 - 11, 2022

Happy Design+Construction Week (DCW)! DCW is actually associated with an annual tradeshow event organized for Residential Construction and Design industry professionals, this year taking place in Orlando, FL. Even though we are not a Residential Design or Construction Provider, or associated with the DCW event, we didn’t want to miss an opportunity to celebrate our Commercial Design + Construction services, as well.

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