BUILDING THE DMV

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BUILDING THE DMV

65 YEARS OF CONSTRUCTION EXPERTISE

Great Projects Start With
Great Relationships

As a 2026 Best Place to Work & NAIOP DC|MD Firm of the Year, we’re proud to shape projects & partnerships that help the DMV thrive — because how we build matters as much as what we build.

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Explore our latest construction projects, company news, employee stories, and videos from across the DMV

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Hard Hats on Her Home Turf: Caitlin Shirvinski Featured in VISI Magazine
Hard Hats on Her Home Turf: Caitlin Shirvinski Featured in VISI Magazine

CWC Project Engineer Caitlin Shirvinski returns to Georgetown Visitation’s Nolan Center, helping renovate the same space where she once worked on tech crew.

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Lisa Schlossberg Named Inaugural CapitalCMO Corporate ORBIE Award Winner
Lisa Schlossberg Named Inaugural CapitalCMO Corporate ORBIE Award Winner
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Built from the Inside Out: CWC Earns WBJ Top 10 Interior Construction Ranking
Built from the Inside Out: CWC Earns WBJ Top 10 Interior Construction Ranking

Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) is proud to be recognized as one of the Top 10 Largest Interior Construction Firms in Greater Washington by the Washington Business Journal, ranking #10 on the publication's 2026 list.

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Watch: Waterline Construction Timelapse
Watch: Waterline Construction Timelapse

Watch the Waterline construction timelapse as Coakley & Williams Construction brings this 365-unit multifamily community in Dumfries, Virginia, to life. See the project transform from foundation to completion.

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PROJECTS PORTFOLIO

Trusted Partners
Exceptional Builders

We are at the forefront of building award-winning projects that set new standards for quality, innovation, and craftsmanship, earning recognition for their lasting impact on communities and the built environment.

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PROJECT PORTFOLIO

Trusted Partners
Exceptional Builders

We are at the forefront of building award-winning projects that set new standards for quality, innovation, and craftsmanship, earning recognition for their lasting impact on communities and the built environment.

Commercial Portfolio

Commercial Portfolio

Community Portfolio

Community Portfolio

Government Portfolio

Government Portfolio

Higher Education Portfolio

Higher Education Portfolio

Hospitality Portfolio

Hospitality Portfolio

Industrial Portfolio

Industrial Portfolio

Interiors Portfolio

Interiors Portfolio

K-12 Education Portfolio

K-12 Education Portfolio

Life Science Portfolio

Life Science Portfolio

Multifamily Portfolio

Multifamily Portfolio

Repositioning Portfolio

Repositioning Portfolio

Technology Portfolio

Technology Portfolio

Built on Strong Relationships

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Emily Ratzlaff, Sr. Project Manager | Facility Logix
Emily Ratzlaff, Sr. Project Manager | Facility Logix

“CWC’s team works well together. It is very evident that they communicate with each other well behind the scenes and with stakeholders too.”

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John Hunt | Kite Pharma
John Hunt | Kite Pharma

“CWC is better than other firms for their honesty and attentiveness and for how well they communicate. With CWC we aren’t just a client, we feel like we are on their team.”

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Elizabeth Beedenbender | Director, Operations | U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation
Elizabeth Beedenbender | Director, Operations | U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation

“The quality of the construction is excellent and the partnership to bring this building to completion was game-changing for all involved.”

Elizabeth Beedenbender

Director, Operations

U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation

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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS SINCE 1961

Built on Strong Relationships

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Emily Ratzlaff, Sr. Project Manager | Facility Logix
Emily Ratzlaff, Sr. Project Manager | Facility Logix

“CWC’s team works well together. It is very evident that they communicate with each other well behind the scenes and with stakeholders too.”

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John Hunt | Kite Pharma
John Hunt | Kite Pharma

“CWC is better than other firms for their honesty and attentiveness and for how well they communicate. With CWC we aren’t just a client, we feel like we are on their team.”

Read more →
Elizabeth Beedenbender | Director, Operations | U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation
Elizabeth Beedenbender | Director, Operations | U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation

“The quality of the construction is excellent and the partnership to bring this building to completion was game-changing for all involved.”

Elizabeth Beedenbender

Director, Operations

U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation

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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS SINCE 1961

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EVERY ACTION WE TAKE CONTRIBUTES TO BUILDING SOMETHING

Build Your Career

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At CWC, your work is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact in the community while advancing your career. We offer a clear path to success, with competitive benefits, ongoing training, and a supportive culture built on trust and strong values. Ready to build your future? Explore our careers and join a team that’s making a difference.

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EVERY ACTION WE TAKE CONTRIBUTES TO BUILDING SOMETHING

Build Your Career

At CWC, your work is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact in the community while advancing your career. We offer a clear path to success, with competitive benefits, ongoing training, and a supportive culture built on trust and strong values. Ready to build your future? Explore our careers and join a team that’s making a difference.

WORK AT CWC
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Whether you're planning a project, requesting a proposal, or have a general question, we're here to help.

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4500 East West Highway
Suite 500
Bethesda, MD 20814

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301.963.5000

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4500 East West Highway
Suite 500
Bethesda, MD 20814

Call Us

301.963.5000

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