Watch: Building Sheridan School
Watch Coakley & Williams Construction transform Sheridan School through a thoughtfully designed addition and renovation that enhances learning spaces, accessibility, and the campus experience.
Construction Begins on Saint Peter School Modernization in Washington, DC
Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) joined Saint Peter School, parish leadership, students, families, alumni, and community members on Capitol Hill to celebrate the groundbreaking and blessing of the school's long-awaited modernization project.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Project Manager Emily Fredette Wins 2024 Founders Award
Each year, we honor employees who consistently go above and beyond the day-to-day expectations and deliver exceptional performance on the job, amongst their peers, and in the community. The CWC Founders Award was created to provide the name and physical recognition for those whom this award is bestowed upon yearly. This year, Senior Project Manager Emily Fredette was a recipient.
Building Safety & Community: CWC Partners with DC Fire and EMS During Construction
BSC-CWC recently collaborated with DC Fire and EMS while providing Design-Build services for an extensive renovation and addition at Truesdell Elementary in Ward 4. The project presents a rare and invaluable opportunity: a real-world environment where firefighters could train in often difficult-to-replicate scenarios. This partnership underscores our commitment to community safety and preparedness. We’re not just building a school but contributing to a safer, more resilient community.
Watch Video: Building Bullis Lower School In Potomac, MD
Watch Video: Building Bullis Lower School. Education Project in Potomac, MD
CWC Breaks Ground on Foxcroft School's Mars STEAM Wing | Middleburg, VA
We recently broke ground on Foxcroft School’s new Mars STEAM Wing, an 18,000 SF, two-story addition that will house new science labs, innovation and engineering labs, math rooms, and mechanical spaces.
See Final Photos: Howard University Burr Practice Gymnasium in Washington, DC
We recently delivered Howard University’s renovated Burr Practice Gymnasium in Washington, DC! Take a look at the final photos to see the finished space. The scope of work included replacing the gym floor and lighting, installing new wall and safety padding, volleyball posts, basketball equipment, system controls, and more.
See Final Photos: Holton-Arms School Gymnasium in Bethesda, MD
The final photos are in! Take a look at Holton-Arms School’s brand new gymnasium, which included new hardwood floors, refinishing interior walls, new gymnasium equipment, selective demolition for new interior window openings, and more.
Careers in Construction Month Kicks Off at Truesdell Elementary | Washington, DC
This October, the Blue Skye/CWC joint venture team, as well as design-build partner VMDO-DC, teamed up with Associated Builders and Contractors of Metro Washington & ABC Chesapeake Shores Chapter at our Truesdell Elementary School construction project to gear up for Careers in Construction Month.
Grand Opening of Madeira School's STEAM Academic Center | McLean, VA
The Madeira School recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for their new STEAM Academic Center, a state-of-the-art interdisciplinary building that houses a Robotics Lab, Makers Space, and much more.
We Salute the New Fluegel Alumni Center at US Naval Academy | Annapolis, MD
We salute the new world-class United States Naval Academy Fluegel Alumni Center, designed to better serve alumni, parents, and friends in Annapolis, MD.
Langley School's Crossroads Building Wins Excellence in Construction Award | McLean, VA
The Crossroads Building at The Langley School construction project in McLean, VA takes home Excellence in Construction Award.
Dig Deeper into the Construction of Smothers Elementary School | Washington, DC
Dig deeper into the modernization of the Historic Smothers Elementary School located East of the Anacostia River in Washington, DC.
The Inspiring Path of a Construction Project Manager Turned Track Coach
Read the inspiring story about Bridgett Redding, construction project manager turned track coach for Madeira School while building their new STEAM building.
See Final Photos: Oakcrest School's New Athletic Center | Vienna, VA
The final photos are in! Take a look at the new 2-story addition with a gymnasium and educational rooms at Oakcrest School in Vienna, VA.
CWC Teaches Students at Landon School
Construction is in full swing at Landon School in Bethesda, MD. Amid all the activity on campus, some of our CWC team members have taken off their hard hats and spent some time inside Landon’s classrooms to pass along knowledge to students.
Watch: CWC Is Building Virginia | Video Highlights of Construction Projects
Watch CWC is Building Virginia: Video Highlights of Construction Projects
Watch: CWC Is Building Maryland | Video Highlights of Construction Projects in Maryland
Watch CWC is Building Maryland: Video Highlights of Maryland Construction Projects
Watch: CWC Is Building DC | Video Highlights of Construction Projects
Watch CWC is Building DC: Video Highlights of Construction Projects
In the News: Full STEAM Ahead at The Madeira School | McLean, VA
Our future is building - literally and figuratively! Madeira's new STEAM Academic Center is progressing on time and on budget. And new program possibilities are being constructed along with it.
See Final Photos: New Gonzaga College High School Projects | Washington, DC
The final photos are in! Take a look at the new locker rooms, Makers Space, and Dooley Hall at Geonzaga College High School in Washington, DC.
Landon School Tops Out In Bethesda, MD
Our Landon School project team recently celebrated the topping-out milestone of the new Boehly Upper School building. Landon students, faculty, and staff had the opportunity to sign the final steel beam before it was placed on the structure.
See Final Photos: Georgetown Visitation Fisher Physical Education Building | Washington, DC
The final photos are in! Take a look at the Fisher Physical Education Center at Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School in Washington, DC.
See Smothers Elementary School's Final Photos | Washington, DC
The Smothers Elementary School construction project in Washington DC is complete. See the final photos.
See The Langley School's Newest Building in McLean, VA
The Crossroads Building at The Langley School construction project in McLean, VA, is complete. See the final photos.
Veterans Building the DMV: Tony Alvarez | Assistant Superintendent at CWC
Learn about Tony Alvarez, US Veteran and Assistant Superintendent at Coakley & Williams Construction.
CWC Meets Georgetown Visitation's STEM Club | Washington, DC
CWC’s Women in Construction Meet Georgetown Visitation’s STEM Club
The Langley School Celebrates Opening of New "Crossroads" Building
The Langley School kicked off its school year by hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their Crossroads Building, a new multi-purpose academic facility that will house the primary school, fifth grade, library and media center, and a large multi-purpose space.
Landon School Featured on NBC4 Washington | Historic School Building Being Moved
CWC crews began moving a historic, 100-year-old building from one part of Landon School’s Bethesda, Maryland, campus to another.
VIDEO: Landon School Project Update
Go behind the scenes and get updated on the progress at Landon School in Bethesda, MD with our Project Manager Eddie.
Construction Tops Out at USNAAAF in Annapolis, MD
We recently celebrated the steel topping out at the new USNA Alumni Association & Foundation (USNAAAF) center in Annapolis, MD.
Time Capsule Buried at Smothers Elementary School
Students at Smothers Elementary School in Washington, DC buried a time capsule to commemorate their new school building.
CWC Intern and Howard University Student, Dallas Brooks
CWC Summer intern, Dallas Brooks has the opportunity this summer to work on the 2711 Georgia Ave project at the school she attends, Howard University.
Take Your Kids to Work Day 2022
CWC participated in a fun-filled day for Take Your Kids to Work Day 2022
Georgetown Day School - High School Expansion & Renovation
CWC was recently engaged by the Georgetown Day School (GDS) for preconstruction services on the expansion and renovation for it’s existing High School.
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Holton-Arms Students Leave Their Mark on New Gym
Holton-Arms School recently celebrated the beginning of a significant renovation providing students a fun opportunity to leave their mark by signing the existing concrete floor.
CWC Project Manager Wins Award from Georgetown University
We are proud to announce that CWC project manager Nick Yager was recently honored with the 2022 Tropaia Outstanding Student Award by the Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies.
VIDEO: Our Employees Voted Us Best Place To Work
Build your construction career with the best! Our employees voted us Best Place To Work in 2022. Watch our video and learn more at workatcwc.com
VIDEO: Build With The Best!
Watch our video Build With The Best! Learn more about Coakley & Williams Construction.
CWC Breaks Ground on Madeira’s New STEAM Building
The Madeira School recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for their new STEAM Academic Center, a state-of-the-art interdisciplinary building that will house a Robotics Lab, Makers Space, and much more.
CWC Partner Bill Simons Wins Volunteer Award
CWC’s Bill Simons, Business Unit Leader & Partner, was awarded Volunteer of the Year at the 8th Annual Catholic Business Network (CBN) Gala 2022.
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New Project: Oakcrest School Athletic Center
Learn more about our new education project: Oakcrest School Athletic Center in Vienna, VA.
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CWC Breaks Ground on USNAAAF in Annapolis
Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) recently broke ground on the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation (USNAAAF) project in Annapolis, MD. The project will be built on the Naval Academy’s campus and will join a long list of projects CWC has built in the state’s capital.
WATCH: Project Spotlight - The Langley School
Get a behind the scenes look with the CWC Team at one of our projects The Langley School
CWC Safety Manager Elected to Alexandria City School Board
CWC Safety Manager, Chris Harris, was elected to Virginia’s Alexandria City School Board.
See Our New Project: USNA Alumni Association & Foundation
Learn more about our new education project: USNA Alumni Association & Foundation in Annapolis, MD.
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See Our New Project: The Madeira School STEAM Building
Learn more about our new education project: The Madeira School STEAM Building in McLean, VA.
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Construction Underway at The Langley School
The Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) team recently broke ground at The Langley School in McLean, VA, along with Cox, Graae + Spack (Architect), Capital Projects Management Firm (Owner’s Rep) and members of The Langley School community.
See Our New Project: Smothers Elementary School
Learn about our new education project: Smothers Elementary School in Washington, DC.
See Our New Project: The Langley School Crossroads Building
Learn more about our new education project: The Langley School Crossroads Building in McLean, VA.
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Building Education: Madeira School House Complete
Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) recently completed the interior renovation of a schoolhouse on Madeira’s campus. Despite multiple challenges, the work was completed in time for the school year.
Building Education: Potomac School Project Wins Design Award
The Fairfax County Department of Planning and Development recently announced that The Potomac School’s Spangler Center for Community and Athletics won an Honor Award for institutional design excellence in the 2020 James M. Scott Exceptional Design Awards Program.
See Our New Project: Landon School
Learn more about our new commercial project: Landon School in Bethesda, MD.
The Potomac School's Spangler Center Opens
We celebrate the grand opening of The Potomac School's new athletic center, the Spangler Center with representatives from CannonDesign, Clark Construction and all of the generous donors. The Spangler Center is a 70,000 sf athletic building with two stories. It consists of four basketball courts, with one main feature court, and an indoor running track which circulates around the gym from the second floor.
2019 Project Awards
2019 was an award-winning year and we are extremely proud of our project teams for being recognized among the best of the best in our industry.
Marymount Students Tour Long Bridge Park Aquatics & Fitness Center
Design met construction when Marymount University Interior Design graduate students, alum and Vice President of Coakley Williams & Construction, Sherry Kissal, and Project Engineer, Andrew Moore, toured Long Bridge Park Aquatics & Fitness Center.
Bancroft's Award-Winning Neighborhood-to-Nature Renovation
The owner of Bancroft Elementary School’s recent $65.8 renovation project, DC Department of General Services (DGS), selected Coakley & Williams Construction as the general contractor for this Design-Build modernization. The architects, Ayers Saint Gross, Jonathan Kuhn Architects and Fielding Nair International blueprinted the additional wings with the intention of nurturing the neighborhood-to-nature relationship.
UMD Track Star Helps Build Community in Hometown
Track star, Aaron Robinson, began his internship with Coakley & Williams Construction in June 2019 through the University of Maryland (UMD) InTERPship Academy.
Topping Out at The Potomac School New Center for Athletics and Community
Coakley & Williams Construction celebrated a huge milestone at topping out of the new Center for Athletics and Community in McLean, Virginia.
In the Media: AIA|DC 2019 Chapter Design Award Winners
The Washington Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA|DC) Awards Program recognizes excellence in the categories of architecture, interior architecture, historic resources and urban design/master planning.
Take Your Child To Work Day
We participated in Take Your Child to Work Day. Our kids had an exciting day learning about the ins and outs of our industry, including career path options and BIM technology.
$2 Billion UMD Campus Transformation
The "Diamondback Garage" innovation center is located on Baltimore Avenue, directly under the parking garage, and part of the $2 billion revitalization initiative to transform the Greater College Park campus.
St. Aloysius Roof Replacement
A severe storm with high winds ravaged North Capital Street in NW Washington DC in April 2017. Built in 1857, the roof of the historic St. Aloysius Church at Gonzaga College High School was no match for the high winds that swept though the area.