Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Contracting Solutions
Hayes Drilling has been a leader in drilled shaft and excavation support contracting since 1958, delivering high-quality foundation solutions across Mid-America. Our expertise spans drilled shafts, design-build earth retention, micropiles, soldier beams and lagging, soil/rock nailing, permanent rock/soil anchors, and secant piles. We specialize in challenging projects requiring precision and innovation, serving commercial building, highway/bridge, industrial, and power/transmission markets. Our commitment to safety is paramount, with a dedicated safety director overseeing audits and hazard prevention to achieve zero workplace injuries. We maintain a modern fleet of drilling equipment, including European top-drive hydraulic drills and low-headroom systems, ensuring adaptability to complex access conditions.With headquarters in Olathe, Kansas, and a branch in Richmond, Kentucky, we operate across over twenty states, combining decades of experience with cutting-edge technology. Our team of engineers, project managers, and field personnel ensures each project meets rigorous quality standards while prioritizing client collaboration. Recognized for completing significant infrastructure projects, we focus on cost-effective, innovative solutions tailored to client needs. Our safety-first culture and technical expertise have solidified our reputation as an industry leader trusted for complex foundation challenges.
Services
Drilled Shafts
Earth Retention
Micropiles
Soldier Beams
Soil Nailing
Permanent Anchors
Secant Piles
Load Testing
Post-Grouting
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of specialized experience in drilled shaft and excavation support.
- Our modern equipment fleet handles complex access and drilling conditions.
- We maintain a rigorous safety program with a dedicated safety director.
- We serve over twenty states with regional offices in Kansas and Kentucky.
- Our team includes certified engineers and project managers with industry expertise.
Services
Drilled Shafts
Drilled shafts provide deep foundation support for structures requiring high load capacity. Our team executes precision drilling and concrete placement for bridges, buildings, and infrastructure. With advanced equipment and 60+ years of experience, we ensure structural integrity in challenging soil and rock conditions.
Earth Retention
Design-build earth retention systems stabilize soil during excavation for infrastructure projects. We employ techniques like soil nailing and secant piles to prevent collapse. Our solutions adapt to site-specific geotechnical challenges, ensuring safety and compliance with engineering standards.
Micropiles
Micropiles reinforce foundations in limited-access or unstable ground. We install high-strength steel piles using low-headroom equipment. This method supports structures like bridges and industrial facilities while minimizing environmental disruption.
Soldier Beams
Soldier beam and lagging walls provide temporary excavation support. We combine steel beams with timber or concrete lagging for stability. This technique suits urban environments where space constraints require efficient, reliable shoring.
Permanent Anchors
Permanent rock and soil anchors stabilize structures against lateral forces. We design and install corrosion-protected systems for long-term durability. Applications include retaining walls and bridge abutments, ensuring lasting performance in critical infrastructure.
People
Mike Hayes
President
Mike Hayes leads Hayes Drilling with decades of industry experience, overseeing strategic growth and operational excellence. His leadership emphasizes safety, innovation, and client satisfaction, maintaining the company's reputation as a trusted foundation solutions provider.
Doug Hayes
Vice President Operations
Doug Hayes manages daily operations, ensuring efficient project execution across diverse geotechnical conditions. With hands-on expertise in drilling and excavation, he focuses on deploying advanced equipment and maintaining rigorous safety standards for all field activities.
Andrew Waynick
Safety Director
Andrew Waynick oversees Hayes Drilling's safety program, conducting audits and training to prevent workplace injuries. His proactive approach to hazard identification and risk mitigation aligns with the company's goal of zero incidents across all job sites.
Scott Chmielarski
Anchored Geo-Support Division Manager
Scott Chmielarski, a licensed professional engineer, specializes in anchored shoring systems. He directs complex geo-support projects, combining technical expertise with practical field solutions to deliver stable, code-compliant foundation systems for challenging infrastructure.
Craig Myers
Ohio Valley Regional Manager
Craig Myers leads operations in the Ohio Valley region, managing projects from Kentucky to Pennsylvania. His regional expertise ensures localized service delivery while maintaining company-wide standards for quality, safety, and client collaboration.
Questions
What services does Hayes Drilling specialize in?
We specialize in drilled shafts, earth retention, micropiles, soldier beams, soil nailing, permanent anchors, and secant piles for infrastructure and building projects.
How long has Hayes Drilling been in business?
Hayes Drilling has provided foundation solutions since 1958, with over 60 years of experience in drilled shaft and excavation support contracting.
What safety measures does Hayes Drilling implement?
We maintain a rigorous safety program with a dedicated director, regular audits, and hazard prevention training to achieve zero workplace injuries.
In which regions does Hayes Drilling operate?
We operate in over twenty states across the Midwest, Ohio Valley, and Southeast regions from our offices in Kansas and Kentucky.
What equipment does Hayes Drilling use?
Our fleet includes European top-drive hydraulic drills, low-headroom systems, and support equipment for complex drilling conditions and limited-access sites.
What types of projects does Hayes Drilling handle?
We handle commercial, highway/bridge, industrial, and power/transmission projects requiring specialized foundation solutions like drilled shafts and earth retention systems.
