Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Heavy Civil Construction Services in Hagerstown, MD
C. William Hetzer, Inc. is a Hagerstown, Maryland-based construction contractor with over 70 years of experience in heavy civil infrastructure. Founded in 1950 and incorporated in 1955, we specialize in self-performing direct-hire construction projects across Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Our expertise spans highway and bridge construction, utility systems, earthwork, and site development for both public and private sectors. We maintain an extensive fleet of equipment and employ skilled tradesmen to ensure project efficiency and quality. Our operational radius extends 50 miles from Hagerstown, focusing on the Cumberland and Shenandoah Valleys.We hold state licenses for materials like shale and asphalt, supporting comprehensive project execution. Our safety program, led by a certified Field Safety Manager, includes OSHA and MSHA compliance training. We have completed landmark projects including airport runways, sanitary landfills, and interstate highway improvements. Our reputation is built on ownership-driven oversight, technical expertise, and long-term client relationships with federal, state, and municipal agencies.
Services
Heavy Civil Construction
Asphalt Paving
Landfill Development
Bridge Construction
Utility Systems
Earthwork Grading
Rock Excavation
Airport Runways
Dam Rehabilitation
Site Development
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- 70+ years of heavy civil construction experience since 1950
- Self-perform 95% of all construction work with owned equipment
- State-licensed asphalt production and shale excavation capabilities
- Comprehensive safety program with OSHA and MSHA certifications
- Serving 4 states with 50-mile radius from Hagerstown, MD
Services
Heavy Civil Construction
We execute large-scale infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, and utility systems. Our direct-hire approach ensures quality control through owned equipment and experienced crews. Clients benefit from our 70-year track record in public works contracts with federal, state, and local agencies.
Asphalt Paving
Our state-licensed HMA plant produces custom asphalt mixes for roadways and airport runways. Full-service paving includes material production, transportation, and precision laydown using GPS-controlled equipment. We maintain 24/7 production capacity for large-volume projects across four Mid-Atlantic states.
Landfill Construction
We build lined-cell sanitary landfills and waste management facilities with engineered containment systems. Our expertise includes leachate collection systems and environmental compliance measures. Completed projects demonstrate our ability to meet strict regulatory standards for public and industrial clients.
Bridge Construction
Our bridge capabilities span replacement of aging structures and new construction for transportation networks. We handle full-cycle work from foundation excavation to deck paving. Recent projects include complex interstate overpasses and pedestrian underpasses meeting modern safety specifications.
Utility Systems
We install water, sewer, and storm drainage systems for municipal and commercial developments. Our capabilities include trenchless technology and coordination with existing infrastructure. Projects range from small-scale residential utilities to regional pipeline networks serving industrial parks.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate within 50 miles of Hagerstown, MD covering Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Our primary focus areas include the Cumberland and Shenandoah Valleys.
What construction specialties do you offer?
We specialize in heavy civil projects including highways, bridges, utility systems, earthwork, asphalt paving, landfill construction, and airport infrastructure for both public agencies and private developers.
How long has your company been in business?
C. William Hetzer, Inc. was founded in 1950 and incorporated in 1955, making us a 70+ year veteran in Mid-Atlantic construction with third-generation leadership.
Do you handle both public and private projects?
Yes, we work with federal, state, and local governments as well as private developers. Approximately 95% of our work is self-performed for both public infrastructure and commercial site development.
What safety certifications do you maintain?
Our safety program includes OSHA 10/30-hour training, MSHA Part 46 compliance, and regular safety audits. We have a dedicated Field Safety Manager providing ongoing employee education and third-party training.
Can you handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, we've completed projects exceeding $17 million including interstate highway improvements, regional landfills, and airport runway rehabilitation using our owned equipment and experienced workforce.
