WIELAND honors and expresses its deepest thanks to the brave men and women who serve or have served in the nation’s armed forces. Today on this Veterans Day, WIELAND celebrates and thanks them for their unwavering commitment to our country. To all who have served: thank you!
November employees, thanks-a-latte for all that you do! This month, WIELAND celebrates the work anniversaries of its exceptional team members whose commitment fuels WIELAND’s success. Thank you and congratulations!
Happy Halloween from WIELAND! Last Friday, October 25, employees from the Shreveport office came together to serve 480 hotdogs, 500 bags of chips, and 500 bottles of water, while Volunteers for Youth Justice handed out more than 15,000 pieces of candy to a crowd of excited trick-or-treaters. The inaugural “Haunt the Harbor” event drew over 400 attendees, who enjoyed a special look into VYJ’s impactful work in the community!
On September 9, WIELAND began renovating the Briggs District Library in St. Johns, MI. For over 25 years, the library has served the community with minimal changes, but the current project will transform it to better meet present and future needs. The renovation includes a new conference and meeting room, a children’s area, a more accessible entrance, and an upgraded circulation desk. The 9,846 SF project was designed by the architectural firm Merritt Cieslak Design and is scheduled for completion by WIELAND in early 2025.
The Haven at Davenport project in Davenport, FL, continues to make great progress! Construction on the garden-style apartment complex began in September 2023 and is advancing quickly toward completion. The development will feature six buildings with a total of 367 units, including a building with an integrated clubhouse offering amenities and activities. With WIELAND‘s rapid progress underway, the Haven is set to welcome its first residents next July.
The demolition of the Delhi Township Fire Station in Holt, MI, marks a major milestone for the community as the fire department moves into its fourth iteration. The old station, a cornerstone of the Holt Community Services Center, has been removed to pave the way for a state-of-the-art facility, to be built by WIELAND, that better meets the department’s growing needs. The new fire station will offer expanded sleeping quarters, office space, and storage, all aimed at improving response times and overall efficiency. WIELAND and AAI completed the demolition of the previous facility on October 21.
Haunt the Harbor! WIELAND is excited to sponsor and support Volunteers for Youth Justice‘s inaugural Haunt the Harbor fall festival, happening on Friday, October 25, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at The Harbor in Shreveport, LA. This family-friendly event will offer free trick-or-treating and food for the first 500 guests, along with a variety of festive, holiday-themed activities for all attendees.
The festival spotlights six vital programs hosted by Volunteers for Youth Justice, including Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Families in Need of Service (FINS), My Community Cares (MCC), Truancy Assessment and Service Center (TASC), Youth Empowerment Center (YEC), and Youth Programs. Join Volunteers for Youth Justice, Kendig Injury, and WIELAND for a fun-filled evening celebrating community spirit and support!
The WIELAND family gathered on October 17th to honor and celebrate the remarkable careers and upcoming retirements of two shareholders: Maureen Devota, CFO, and Steve Opper, Vice President of New Business Development. Though both will continue through the end of the year, employees from across the WIELAND offices came together to reflect on the dedication, leadership, and lasting impact Maureen and Steve have brought to WIELAND throughout their careers. As they embark on the next chapter of their lives, we extend our heartfelt thanks and best wishes for continued success and happiness in the next chapter of life!
On October 10, the WIELAND team, in collaboration with Gaylor Electric, was honored with the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Kentucky/Indiana “Award of Excellence” for their work on the Pratt Paper Mill #18 project in Henderson, KY. This award recognizes the entire project team – from owner and contractor to engineer and designer – highlighting the innovation, quality, communication, and safety essential to delivering a successful project. Congratulations to both the WIELAND team and Gaylor Electric on this outstanding achievement!
The expansion of Sofidel, an Italian tissue manufacturer, continues in Circleville, OH. In response to consumer demand, Sofidel is investing $185M in a 500,000 SF addition to its complex in Southern Ohio. Originally built in 2018, the expansion started in early 2024 and WIELAND is scheduled to finish by Q1 2025. Sofidel’s growth underscores its dedication to meeting rising market needs in the Midwest and globally.
Our October employees are scary good! WIELAND is grateful for its incredible employees celebrating work anniversaries this month – your dedication drives WIELAND’s success!
Breaking ground in our own backyard! On October 8, WIELAND joined the Delhi Township Fire Department in kicking off construction for its new fire station in Holt, MI. The current station, built in 1996, accommodates only four beds for 15 full-time firefighters and paramedics, along with five supervisors and support staff. The new facility will offer expanded bedding, office, and storage space, enhancing response times and providing a more comfortable environment for the team. Demolition of the existing firehouse is set to begin this week, with construction expected to be completed within 16 months.
This past week, WIELAND celebrated Rob Dick’s 25th anniversary with the company. Rob began his journey with WIELAND on October 1, 1999, in the Construction Services division. Over the years, he has grown into his role as Superintendent, taking on high-profile projects such as the British Colonial Hilton (Nassau, Bahamas) Bowling Green Metalforming (KY), Newport Bay Marina (CA), Kamtek (AL), and currently, Magna Structures (TN). He now joins the ranks as the eighth current employee with over 25 years of service. Thank you, Rob, for your dedication and positive spirit. And thank you to his wife, Kelly, for “loaning” us Rob for important assignments!
WIELAND is building careers, one campus at a time! To engage and connect with the next generation of construction industry leaders, WIELAND participated in five career fairs this fall, visiting Michigan State University and Ferris State University in MI, Louisiana Tech and the University of Louisiana Monroe in LA, and the University of North Florida. Thank you to all the students who stopped by to learn about WIELAND and its projects. WIELAND is excited to meet its future interns!