Over the last 60 years, White Construction Inc. has transformed from a small trucking and excavating company into a recognized leader in the construction industry, committed to building infrastructure and energy projects across North America. We provide a range of traditional, design-build and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services for a variety of markets, including fossil and renewable energy power, petrochemical, pharmaceutical as well as state and federal infrastructure.
We strive to stay at the forefront by investigating advancing technology as our organization grows, embracing industry changes and the needs of our clientele. We continuously diversify our skill set to separate us from our competition and foster loyal customer relationships through the breadth of expertise and our collaborative process, as well as our impeccable safety record and customer service.
We are committed to client satisfaction through excellent performance. To achieve this vision, we make every effort not just to meet client expectations, but to exceed them. We monitor our performance on all projects through our ISO-9001 certification as we enhance our processes, customer relationships, and industry recognition.
History
White Construction Inc. traces its roots back just prior to World War II. Its founder, Herman White, began his journey into entrepreneurship with the purchase of a dump truck which he used to haul coal and gravel in the early 1940s. Herman then noticed a growing need in his community for excavation work. In 1946 he purchased two nonfunctioning bulldozers. Over the long winter he worked diligently, taking parts from each dozer to make one working machine. By the spring of 1947 Herman began advertising as White Trucking and Excavating – adding bulldozer work to his business offerings.
As the fledgling enterprise grew, the White family’s life revolved around the business. The office was located in their home and the maintenance shop was in their back yard. The 1960s brought about further growth for the company in order to manage larger earthmoving projects such as site development for area industries, including Eli Lilly, Clinton laboratories, sewage lagoons, and construction at the Newport Army Ammunition Plant.
During the 1970s the company continued to expand into new markets and was growing by leaps and bounds when an unexpected tragedy hit – the company’s founding leader suddenly passed away. The company had been left in the hands of Herman’s wife, Coriene, and their children. The company’s leadership role was assumed by Herman’s son, Herman “Buddy” White II.
Remaining true to its founder’s entrepreneurial vision, the company continued to adapt and grow. In 1983 the company name was again changed to its current name of White Construction Inc. (WCI) to better reflect its growth beyond earthmoving into a broader range of construction services. Throughout the 1980s White Construction expanded its operations to include crane and heavy rigging services and industrial plant maintenance. In the 1990s the company began to flourish, expanding into the construction of over 5,000 MW of co-generating gas peaking plants across the Midwest.
When the 21st Century dawned, White Construction answered the call to investigate methods of energy independence. Entering into the renewable energy market would propel White Construction to grow over 600% in just six years. As a pioneer in wind energy construction, White Construction is proud to have helped shape the common practices of the wind industry, including instilling proactive efforts to ensure employee safety. The company also forayed into both biomass and solar power construction services and continues to offer them all as an extension of its heavy civil services.
After more than 60 years of growing a family owned business, White Construction saw an opportunity in 2011 to join forces with Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives (IEA). White Construction is proud to join IEA and become a platform company within their organization, ensuring continued growth and synergy for decades to come.
Mission Statement:
We aspire to be the recognized leader in the construction industry, committed to building infrastructure, power, and industrial projects across North America. We strive always to provide the highest value to our owners, customers, and community with a critical eye towards safety, quality, and service.
Vision:
White Construction strives to grow our organization through investigating advancing technology, industry changes and the varying needs of our clientele as our industry evolves. We will continuously diversify our skill set to distinguish us from our competition and foster loyal customers as we build infrastructure and energy projects that improve the quality of life in North America.
Values:
Safety
Integrity
Quality
Innovation
Teamwork
At White Construction safety is non-negotiable. Safety is one of our core values and we believe strict adherence to safety practices is essential to protect the very foundation of our company – our employees. It is our goal that, at the end of each workday, everyone goes home safely to their loved ones. White Construction is committed to the belief that every accident, and therefore every injury, is preventable. We embed that philosophy into every project through a combination of technical field procedures and ongoing training programs.
An accident-free work environment is also more profitable for the customer, and therefore a win-win situation for everyone to take the time to participate in and invest in safer work practices. At White Construction all employees and subcontractors are required to adhere to the provisions set forth in our health and safety program, which complies with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Every person on the worksite shares equally the responsibility to maintain a safe working environment. Foremen and superintendents are directly accountable to management for the crew’s safety. Employees are encouraged to not only report all unsafe acts and conditions but to actively participate in creating safe solutions through our Behavior Based Safety program.
At White Construction safety is not something practiced while at work, but a way to live your life. Our consistent and comprehensive approach to safety has helped us maintain one of the best safety records in our industry
The demand for energy is growing worldwide and, with the dwindling reserve of fossil fuels, renewable energy continues to gain momentum as part of the solution to our energy independence.
White Construction has a long history as a successful heavy civil and industrial contractor, thus making our venture into renewable energy a natural addition to our broad list of services. Our renewable energy team has a proven track record in the renewable energy industry and stands ready to assist our clients with their renewable energy project goals. We value the relationships we establish and strive not just to meet expectations but to exceed them. Our vast experience in the renewable industry has helped us learn innovative ways to improve performance and provide cost savings to our clients, through excellent project management, innovative safety programs and enhanced scheduling.
From start to finish, look to the White Construction’s renewable team to ensure your project’s success in the wind, solar, and biomass markets.
Member