CWC Recognized with ABC National Health and Safety Award
We are proud to share that Coakley & Williams Construction has been recognized with a National Health and Safety Award from Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC).
CWC Named ABC National Contractor of the Year
CWC has been named the 2026 National Contractor of the Year by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), one of the construction industry’s most respected honors.
Conway Education Center: Perspectives from the Project Team
The completion of the Conway Education Center marks an important milestone for the project team and the community it serves. This video captures those perspectives and highlights the people behind the project.
Meet The Team Behind the Carl F. West Project
Behind every project is a team working together to deliver it. This video shares the team's perspectives and highlights the work that goes into delivering a project like this ahead of schedule.
Celebrating Innovation: Ribbon Cutting for the Mars STEAM Building at Foxcroft School
Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) was proud to join Foxcroft School faculty, students, alumnae, and community partners for the ribbon-cutting celebration of the new Mars STEAM Building, a space designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and collaboration for generations to come.
Read Building Washington: Carl F. West Estates — Great Teamwork Results in Early Project Completion
Carl F. West Estates was featured in Building Washington for the teamwork that helped achieve early project completion. Read the full article to learn more.
Carl F. West Senior Estates Ribbon Cutting
Last week’s ribbon cutting at Carl F. West Estates felt like one of those moments that reminds us why we build. The lobby was full of future residents, community leaders, and partners who have spent years working toward this day — and seeing people walk the halls for the first time brought a kind of energy no construction schedule can capture.
CWC Leaders Honored at Bisnow’s Women Leading Real Estate Awards
We’re proud to share that two of our own were recognized among the region’s most inspiring leaders at the Bisnow DMV 2025 Women Leading Real Estate Awards & Happy Hour, held November 18 in Washington, DC. This annual event celebrates women who are driving innovation, collaboration, and impact across the commercial real estate and construction industries.
Building What Grows: Our Award-Winning Experience at the IIDA Mid-Atlantic Showcase
At this year’s IIDA Mid-Atlantic Showcase at the National Building Museum, our Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) team took the theme of community and connection to heart and to the flower bar.
CWC Named Firm of the Year at 2025 NAIOP DC|MD Awards of Excellence
Nearly 500 commercial real estate professionals gathered at the Waldorf Astoria in Washington, DC, for the 2025 NAIOP DC|MD Awards of Excellence, the annual celebration recognizing the projects, people, and companies shaping the region.
Carl F. West Estates: Building a Legacy of Connection & Care In Senior Living
A New Model for Home & Family
At the corner of 14th and Harvard Streets in Northwest DC, a new chapter in community development is taking shape. The ribbon cutting for Carl F. West Estates marks not only the completion of a remarkable construction journey but also the beginning of a brighter future for hundreds of residents in the District.
Truesdell Elementary Opens Its Doors to a Brighter Future
Truesdell Elementary School in Ward 4 officially opened its doors this fall with a ribbon-cutting celebration that brought together city leaders, educators, students, and community members. The event marked the completion of an $82.9 million modernization project that transforms Truesdell into one of the most forward-thinking and inclusive learning environments in the District.
CWC Ushers in the Next Era of Leadership
Coakley & Williams Construction is proud to announce the promotions of Lynn Stith Bennett to Chief Executive Officer and Greg Harraka to President & Chief Operating Officer.
In the News: 365-unit Multifamily Building Coming to Potomac Shores
Houston-based developer Hines is joining forces with two Japanese real estate groups — Sumitomo Forestry and Chuo-Nittochi Group — to add a 365-unit apartment project to the Potomac Shores master-planned community south of Washington, D.C., in Dumfries, Virginia.
Empowering Future Leaders at Camp NAWIC 2025
Coakley & Williams Construction was proud to support Camp NAWIC 2025, an annual initiative that introduces girls to the many possibilities within the construction industry. As part of the week’s programming, four CWC team members—Executive Director of Marketing & Communications Lisa Schlossberg and Senior Project Managers Emily Fredette, Alex Straub, and Candace Wiggins—volunteered their time to help campers build confidence and explore career pathways.
Sherry Kissal Named IIDA Mid-Atlantic President
We believe that great leadership extends beyond the job site, and we’re thrilled to celebrate one of our own. Please join us in congratulating Sherry Kissal on being officially sworn in as President of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Mid-Atlantic Chapter.
Cutting-edge police special operations HQ opens in Prince George's County
A new era of public safety infrastructure has arrived in Prince George’s County with the opening of the state-of-the-art Special Operations Division Headquarters for the Prince George’s County Police Department. The facility was recently featured on NBC4 and FOX5DC, with live coverage highlighting its critical role in supporting law enforcement collaboration and rapid emergency response.
CWC Named a 2025 Best Place to Work by the Washington Business Journal
We are proud to announce that CWC has been named one of the Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for 2025! This recognition highlights our commitment to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being.
ABC Regional Construction Summit: Innovating the Future of Construction
Coakley & Williams Construction proudly sponsored and actively participated in the ABC Regional Construction Summit: Innovating the Future of Construction. This premier event, co-hosted by ABC Chesapeake Shores, ABC Greater Baltimore, ABC of Metro Washington, and ABC Virginia, brought together industry leaders to discuss emerging trends and strategies shaping the construction landscape.