Earth Day 2022: CWC Women's Group Plant Trees at DC Shelter

Jul 20

CWC Women’s Group Leads Tree Planting at St. Elizabeths East Men’s Shelter In Washington, DC

Coakley & Williams Construction & Blue Skye Construction JV recently completed building the men’s homeless shelter for DC Department of General Services and DC Department of Human Services in January of 2022. On Earth Day, a group of Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) employees cleaned up trash and planted Kwanzan cherry trees at St. Elizabeths East Men’s Shelter in Washington, DC. Thank you to CWC Women’s Group members, Alex Phifer, Lindsey Aguzin, and Barb Price for organizing this amazing event!

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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.

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.

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Carl F. West Senior Estates Ribbon Cutting

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

Carl F. West Estates: Building a Legacy of Connection & Care In Senior Living

Truesdell Elementary Opens Its Doors to a Brighter Future

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

Empowering Future Leaders at Camp NAWIC 2025

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.

CWC Breaks Ground on ATCC Biomanufacturing Facility in Manassas, VA.

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.

Celebrating Women in Construction Week 2025: Building the DMV. Building Careers. Building the Future.

We don’t just build structures - we build careers, opportunities, and a stronger industry. With a 26.6% female workforce - far exceeding the industry average - we’re proud to highlight the incredible contributions of the women of CWC during Women in Construction Week.

Partner & CFO Retires After 33 Years with CWC

While we recently celebrated a new chapter in our history with the opening of our new office in Bethesda, it was time to celebrate the end of another chapter as we celebrated Partner & CFO Joanne Sherwood’s retirement. During her 33-year tenure, she oversaw $5.25 billion worth of revenues (not adjusted for inflation!) and helped establish vital relationships among our Surety, Banking, Insurance, and Auditing partners.

Bringing Art to Life: CWC’s New Headquarters Featuring Custom Artwork by DMV Artist

Our new office at 4500 East-West Highway reflects more than just a new chapter for Coakley & Williams Construction—it’s a space that embodies our Build Mindset and celebrates who we are. One of the standout features is a stunning custom mural designed by Matt Corrado.

A New Chapter for Coakley & Williams Construction: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at Our New Office

Earlier this week, we celebrated a monumental milestone in Coakley & Williams Construction’s journey: the ribbon-cutting ceremony for our new office at 4500 East-West Highway in Bethesda, MD. This event marks the official unveiling of a space designed to inspire collaboration, foster innovation, and reflect the Build Mindset that drives everything we do.

Watch Our Video: Building The DMV

We are a team of passionate builders with deep roots in the DMV area. For more than six decades, we have brought expertise and dedication to every project, shaping the multifamily, education, science & technology, corporate interiors, hospitality, affordable housing, commercial, government, healthcare, industrial, senior living, and repositioning sectors. Coakley & Williams Construction - Building the DMV for more than 60 years.

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.

Superintendent Daniel Dragos Wins 2024 Founders Award

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Earth Day 2022: CWC Women's Group Plant Trees at DC Shelter

CWC Women’s Group Leads Tree Planting at St. Elizabeths East Men’s Shelter In Washington, DC

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Earth Day 2022: CWC Women's Group Plant Trees at DC Shelter

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