December 01, 2021
American Constructors recently completed work on 1111 West Sixth: a mixed-use office and retail space for Schlosser Development Corporation, located in downtown Austin. The highly anticipated redevelopment of the former Austin Independent School District headquarters was completed after a strategic design pivot due to changing market conditions from COVID-19. The 2.7-acre site features a fully […]
November 30, 2021
After a weekend of food, fellowship and giving thanks with our families and friends, today is Giving Tuesday – a day dedicated to supporting our communities through charitable giving. Giving back to the local community has been part of the fabric of American Constructors since our founding in 1982. Today, we’ve selected 10 Central Texas […]
November 10, 2021
Del Valle ISD recently awarded American Constructors two new child development center projects as a part of the district’s ongoing campus expansions and improvements to accommodate growth in the area. The first project, CDC South, is a 15,000 square-foot space serving up to 100 students on the site of the Smith Elementary School Replacement project. […]
October 29, 2021
American Constructors recently hosted the 9th Annual Clay Shoot benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA). The shoot raised $70,000 for the BGCAA. This marks the largest donation our company has ever made to the BGCAA from a single clay shoot. “The things we are able to do with our kids […]
Proper sequencing is a critical part of any successful construction project. At a high-level, sequencing is the timeline of work, outlining which phases are built first in order to ensure safety and efficiency, minimize disruption and deliver a project on schedule. “Our goal with any project is to ensure the client and end user understand […]
October 22, 2021
The American Constructors Foundation is proud to announce a $20,000 donation to the Austin Community College Foundation through the 2021 Riverbat Paddle Battle! Due to COVID-19, this year’s event shifted to a virtual race to ensure the health and safety of our community. Instead of hosting the race on a single day, our friends, partners […]
October 21, 2021
American Constructors recently completed work on a clean room to produce cancer-fighting embolic beads at Varian Medical Systems’ Cedar Park manufacturing plant. Varian—a pioneer in the oncology field—develops radiotherapy, radiosurgery and other treatments with a patient-first focus. The embolic beads produced at the new highly specialized 11,200 square foot office and lab space are designed […]
October 20, 2021
At American Constructors, we always aim to go the extra mile for our clients, providing innovative, thoughtful solutions throughout every step of the construction process. We recently had the opportunity to help resolve an emergency situation at Del Valle High School — a project American Constructors did not build nor is actively working on. After […]
October 15, 2021
The Central Texas Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors recently recognized American Constructors for the team’s superior performance and leadership on projects as a part of the 2021 Excellence in Construction Awards. Our work on The Lakeway Church Campus Expansion and the Temple High School Swim Center both earned one of only 17 Eagle Awards, […]
August 31, 2021
Students at the Meridith-Dunbar Early Childhood Academy in Temple, Texas, recently started the 2020-21 school year with their best foot forward. The American Constructors’ team completed a nearly $7.3 million renovation–which included interior improvements, an HVAC system upgrade, life safety improvements and more–of Temple ISD’s historic building as one of the final projects in the […]
August 19, 2021
On August 18, American Constructors proudly completed and revealed a dance studio for 12-year-old Chloe Hammonds of Belton Texas, made possible by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central and South Texas and generous project collaborators. The volunteer crew worked throughout the day to put the finishing touches on the 160-square foot, cottage-style studio located in the […]
August 16, 2021
Last week, districts across the nation opened their doors for the first days of the 2021-22 school year. In Central Texas, thousands of students grabbed their backpacks and walked into a campus American Constructors helped make back to school ready. While we hold a reputation as a premier construction manager for K-12 schools, American Constructors […]
August 09, 2021
Fifteen interns spent 10 weeks with the American Constructors’ family as a part of the company’s summer internship program. The program began more than two decades ago with a focus on hands-on experience and mentorship. At the time, the company picked only one or two interns each year. Today, that focus remains the same. But […]
August 02, 2021
American Constructors recently coordinated and installed a striking, intricate system of cross-hatched glulam beams and trusses for The Lakeway Church‘s new 10,000-square-foot sanctuary. Installation of the beams was part of a larger 25,000-square-foot campus expansion for the Lake Travis community church. As a part of the expansion, American Constructors also built a grand covered walkway […]
May 18, 2021
American Constructors is proud to be the construction manager for two new Del Valle ISD elementary schools, built as part of the district’s 2019 Bond Program. Alongside the district, American Constructors broke ground on Hornsby-Dunlap and Smith Elementary Schools on May 17. Both schools will receive new campuses that support collaborative learning through flexible seating, […]
April 26, 2021
We are excited to announce the completion of our latest project, the Hellas Construction corporate headquarters in Cedar Park. As the largest sports contractor in the nation, Hellas has built more than 2,500 facilities that serve 2 million students and dozens of professional sports teams. The new office space is an exciting milestone for Hellas […]
April 22, 2021
About the 1111 West Sixth Street Redevelopment: The highly-anticipated redevelopment of the former Austin Independent School District headquarters site is nearing completion after a strategic pivot in design due to changing market conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2.7-acre tract will feature a fully-transformed four-story office building and refurbished parking garage on the south side […]
January 26, 2021
We are pleased to announce that our Fortlandia structure, “Hidden in Plain Sight” has been nominated for the ArchDaily 2021 Building of the Year Awards! In late 2019, we teamed up with our friends at Nelsen Partners to create this unique fort for the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s annual Fortlandia exhibit, which features custom […]
January 13, 2021
In 2020, American Constructors continued our annual “Give Joy” holiday campaign for the third year in a row, once again inviting our friends and partners to join us in donating $5,000 to five nonprofit organizations that benefit Central Texas children and families. Giving back to the community has been part of the fabric of our […]
December 10, 2020
On December 4, 2020, our team proudly celebrated the grand opening of the new Austin ISD Blazier Elementary School Intermediate Site in southeast Austin. Over the past two years, American Constructors and BLGY Architecture worked on this project as part of the 2017 Bond Program, which will bring 21st-century learning spaces to students across the […]
December 02, 2020
In this season of gratitude, we always take time to give thanks to the people who have supported American Constructors throughout the years, particularly in a year as unexpected as 2020. Our incredible clients are the reason we do what we do, challenging and inspiring us each day to deliver the best results to the […]
August 04, 2020
The American Constructors Foundation is proud to announce a $15,000 donation to the Austin Community College Foundation (ACC) through sponsorships committed for the second annual Riverbat Paddle Battle! The 2020 kayak race was canceled due to COVID-19, but thanks to the generosity of our event sponsors, early committed funds will directly benefit Central Texas students. […]
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 […]