January 03, 2020
Giving back to the community has been a key focus for American Constructors since our founding in 1982. For our 2019 holiday gift, American Constructors donated a total of $5,000 on behalf of our friends and partners to four nonprofit organizations that benefit Central Texas youth. Recipients of our holiday card were given the opportunity […]
November 25, 2019
On November 14, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce dubbed American Constructors an Education Business Champion and presented the company with an award in Academic Advancement and Student Support. The award goes to businesses that help improve academic growth, overall student outcomes, and directly support student learning for K-12. Education Business Champions were identified by […]
November 05, 2019
This year American Constructors proudly raised $50,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA). The funds were primarily raised at our eighth annual charity clay shoot. This year’s event set a new fundraising record, bringing our total donation to BGCAA to over $350,000 since the inaugural clay shoot in 2012. The […]
November 01, 2019
American Constructors proudly partnered with Nelsen Partners to create a unique fort for Fortlandia at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Each year, Fortlandia brings together local designers and architecture firms to build a collection of ten custom forts aimed at encouraging exploration, imagination and an appreciation for nature. The theme of the fort […]
October 18, 2019
American Constructors is excited to announce that four of our recent projects have achieved Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors – Central Texas Chapter. All award winners were recognized at the awards banquet on October 9, 2019. The EIC Awards strive to honor those who exemplify the highest quality of […]
August 07, 2019
Thank you to all of our friends and partners for joining us at American Constructors’ 8th Annual Charity Clay Shoot benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA)! On May 31, 175 shooters joined us at Capital City Clays for a fun day in the sun to support the BGCAA. We are […]
June 18, 2019
American Constructors is proud to be the construction manager for the New Blazier Relief Campus, a key part of the Austin ISD 2017 Bond Program. On June 4, we celebrated the groundbreaking of the new facility alongside the district, Blazier Elementary School faculty and students and the southeast Austin community. The groundbreaking marks the […]
June 06, 2019
On April 6, American Constructors presented the inaugural Riverbat Paddle Battle, a kayak race benefiting the Austin Community College Foundation! We had an incredible day out on the water, with 72 rowers of all ages paddling to benefit ACC students. After the kayak race at Rowing Dock, guests headed to the American Legion Charles Johnson House […]
April 05, 2019
American Constructors is proud to announce that two of our recent projects are the recipients of National Excellence in Construction® awards from Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC). The Austin Community College (ACC) San Gabriel Campus earned an Eagle Award, the highest honor, and Del Valle ISD Athletics Facility received a Pyramid Award. The […]
January 28, 2019
At American Constructors, we are proud to give back to the communities we call home — especially during the holiday season. For our 2018 holiday gift, American Constructors donated a total of $5,000 on behalf of our friends and partners to the charitable organizations they love here in Central Texas. Our holiday card was […]
January 23, 2019
American Constructors is proud to share that our company was nominated for Large Business of the Year at the 46th Annual Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce Awards! As one of the largest employers in Cedar Park, American Constructors is committed to investing in this incredible community. Through our membership in community organizations, sponsorship of local events […]
December 31, 2018
COMPANY OVERVIEW For more than 35 years, American Constructors has been building in Central Texas. Our employees bring experience, dedication, innovative thinking, and high-level technical expertise to deliver outstanding quality and exceptional service throughout every phase of a project. Our expertise goes beyond the typical skill set found in other commercial construction companies. Our full-service […]
December 06, 2018
American Constructors is proud to announce that five of our recent projects have received Excellence in Construction (EIC) awards from Associated Builders and Contractors Central Texas Chapter (ABC). Our team celebrated this recognition at the ABC Awards Banquet on October 10. The EIC Awards honor those who exemplify the highest quality of workmanship in […]
November 19, 2018
William (Bill) and Yolanda Heine have been presented with the inaugural Partners in Philanthropy Legacy Award from the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA). The award was announced at the Art of Giving Gala on November 2 in honor of the couple’s longstanding commitment of time, talent, and treasure to support the […]
September 27, 2018
We are excited to announce that our 7th Annual Charity Clay Shoot raised a record $40,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA)! On September 12, members of the fundraising committee that help organize the clay shoot presented the donation to BGCAA. “We want to thank all of our friends and […]
September 12, 2018
American Constructors recently completed Austin Community College’s new San Gabriel Campus in Leander, just in time for the 2018-19 school year. Students attended their first classes in the facility on August 27. The San Gabriel Campus marks the first major project in the City of Leander’s Transit-Oriented Development, which aims to create walkable communities close […]
July 18, 2018
The Lakeway Church recently selected American Constructors to expand its campus to serve the vibrant, growing Lake Travis community. The project will include a new worship center with 800 seats, a lobby/gathering space, a music/media suite, a nursery, and a central outdoor courtyard with a baptismal font. We look forward to a new partnership with […]
July 13, 2018
American Constructors is excited to announce a partnership with The City of Burnet on their new police headquarters project. The one-story facility, designed by PGAL, will include staff office space, records storage, a training room, a squad room, interview rooms, evidence storage, and a vehicle bay. We look forward to continuing our work in the […]
February 13, 2018
Congrats to Lake Travis ISD on officially breaking ground on Lake Travis Middle School #3! Students, dignitaries, local officials, and community members braved the cold and rain to celebrate this momentous occasion on February 13. Congratulatory remarks and well wishes were provided by Lake Travis school board president Kim Flasch, City of Bee Cave mayor Caroline Murphy—whose extraterritorial jurisdiction will […]
November 21, 2017
Thank you for joining American Constructors as we’ve reflected on our first 35 years and shared 35 of the most memorable projects we’ve built over the years. To look back on any of the projects we’ve shared for the past 35 days, visit our 35th Anniversary Facebook album here. Beyond the work we’ve done, we’re most […]
November 16, 2017
In celebration of our 35th anniversary, we gathered the American Constructors crew for a company-wide party at Archer Hotel on Thursday, October 26. We enjoyed each other’s company along with drinks and delicious food, and our founder Bill Heine and CEO Marty Burger spoke about how the company has grown over the years. The most […]
November 09, 2017
Friends and family gathered on November 6 to dedicate Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary’s (APTS) newest residence hall, the John & Sue McCoy House. The building is named for alumni and APTS board trustee emeritus, Reverend Dr. John McCoy and his wife Sue, who has been an APTS board member since 2015. The event began with […]
August 23, 2017
Hurricane Harvey ravaged the Texas Coast, and left Houston — the nation’s fourth-largest city — and surrounding communities grappling with unprecedented flooding, and rendered a disaster in more than 50 counties along the coast. Thousands of people were displaced by this event will need help to recover. Below are a few resources for those who […]
July 28, 2017
On July 7, American Constructors hosted an appreciation lunch for the field personnel and subcontractors who have been working so diligently to complete Leander’s 26th elementary school in time for the 2017-18 school year. They enjoyed a delicious BBQ lunch and took home commemorative project shirts. Short speeches of gratitude were given by Josh Katkoski […]
June 12, 2017
On June 8, we celebrated the topping out of ACC’s new 100-acre San Gabriel Campus in Leander. More than 200 guests attend the celebration, including Leander elected officials, representatives from ACC, its Board of Trustees, and various project team members. Thanks to everyone who came out to take part in this event! We are proud […]
May 19, 2017
On Friday, May 12, American Constructors held its 6th Annual Charity Clay Shoot benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA). It was a fantastic day to raise money with friends for a great cause, and the BBQ wasn’t bad either! This year’s event resulted in our largest turnout yet with close […]
April 07, 2017
American Constructors is pleased to announce that The Gin at the Hutto Co-Op District was recently awarded the Engineering News-Record (ENR) 2016 Best of the Best award from across the U.S. in the Renovation/Restoration category. ENR first awarded The Gin at the Hutto Co-Op District a regional Best Project award in the Texas & Louisiana region before […]
March 07, 2017
Austin, Texas – March 7, 2017 – American Constructors is pleased to announce that it received four National Excellence in Construction® Awards from Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). Representatives from the company received the award March 1 during ABC’s 27th annual Excellence in Construction awards celebration in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The following projects were honored at […]
March 01, 2017
We’re excited to announce that the Austin ISD Performing Arts Center (PAC) earned its U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED Gold Certification! Congratulations to the entire project team on this achievement! Environmental focus has been of the utmost importance since this project was proposed and added to Austin ISD’s bond election in 2004. Austin ISD formed the Energy, Water, […]
June 30, 2016
Hidden subsurface water percolating (or moving) through the soil has the potential to damage structures and utilities. Discovering, identifying, and mitigating it to prevent this is a challenge. The properties of soil directly influence the movement of water into (infiltration) and through it (permeability). Soils like clay, with a high PI (plasticity index is a […]
August 25, 2015
We were proud to be there on August 19, when Pflugerville ISD broke ground on their new high school. This new 388,934-square-foot school will be located on a 150-acre tract near Lake Pflugerville. More than 100 people attended the groundbreaking ceremony, including state Rep. Celia Israel, Pflugerville Mayor Pro Tem Wayne Cooper, Pflugerville Chamber of […]
July 22, 2015
Our congratulations to the entire team that worked on Austin ISD’s recently opened Performing Arts Center in the Mueller Community. The PAC was just awarded a five-star rating from Austin Energy Green Building, their highest honor. Only five other commercial buildings have achieved this recognition for sustainable design and construction practices. Some of the highlights […]