Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premier Heavy Civil Construction Services in Texas
Texas Sterling Construction (TSC) has been a leading heavy civil infrastructure company in Texas since 1955. Our 60-year track record demonstrates expertise in transportation, marine, airfield, and water infrastructure projects. As a self-performing construction builder, we maintain direct control over project quality, budget, and safety through our experienced team and 1,100+ equipment assets. Our focus on safety and efficiency ensures timely delivery of complex projects for federal, state, and private clients.We serve Texas and adjoining states with specialized services including roadway construction, underground utilities, and water transmission systems. Our publicly traded status and strategic acquisitions have expanded our capabilities while maintaining our commitment to quality and client partnership.
Services
Water Transmission
Sanitary Sewer
Storm Sewer
Roadway Construction
Underground Utilities
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We have a 60-year track record of successful infrastructure projects in Texas
- Our self-performing capabilities ensure direct quality control and cost efficiency
- We maintain over 1,100 equipment assets for project flexibility
- Our safety culture maintains OSHA incident rates below industry standards
- We offer comprehensive services across transportation, water, and aviation sectors
Services
Water Transmission
Our water transmission expertise includes large-diameter pipeline installation and rehabilitation for municipal and industrial clients. We utilize advanced trenchless technologies and conventional methods to deliver durable solutions. Our projects ensure reliable water distribution infrastructure across Texas communities.
Sanitary Sewer
We design and construct modern sanitary sewer systems with advanced materials and installation techniques. Our solutions address capacity needs while minimizing environmental impact. Projects include both gravity and pressure sewer systems for growing urban areas.
Storm Sewer
Our storm sewer services manage surface water runoff through comprehensive drainage systems. We implement sustainable practices while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Projects include detention basins and underground storage systems.
Roadway Construction
We specialize in complete roadway construction from earthwork to final paving. Our capabilities include complex interchanges, bridge work, and intelligent transportation systems integration. We maintain long-term partnerships with state transportation departments.
Underground Utilities
Our underground utility services cover complete infrastructure systems including electrical, telecommunications, and gas lines. We employ precision locating and installation techniques to ensure safe and accurate project execution in challenging environments.
People
Charles (Chuck) Kemp
President
With over 35 years in transportation infrastructure, Chuck Kemp leads TSC's strategic direction. His expertise in complex design-build projects and industry leadership has driven company growth and innovation since joining in 2004.
Adolph Pavlicek
Corporate Equipment Director
Adolph Pavlicek manages TSC's extensive equipment fleet with 35+ years of construction equipment expertise. His operational leadership ensures optimal equipment utilization and compliance across all project sites since joining in 2003.
Clint Warren
Construction Manager
Clint Warren oversees major infrastructure projects with 32 years of heavy highway experience. His career spans marine construction, bridge building, and highway development across multiple states, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
Chris Compton
South Texas Area Manager
Chris Compton directs South Texas operations with 15+ years of heavy civil experience. His background includes DOT projects and infrastructure development across multiple states, focusing on client relationships and project execution excellence.
Ronnie Wine
Division Manager - RDI Foundation
Ronnie Wine leads foundation drilling operations with 30+ years of industry experience. His technical expertise spans marine, refinery, and transportation projects across the U.S., ensuring innovative solutions for complex foundation requirements.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Texas Sterling specialize in?
We specialize in heavy civil infrastructure projects including transportation systems, water/wastewater facilities, marine structures, and airport improvements across Texas and adjoining states.
What makes Texas Sterling different from other contractors?
Our self-performing capabilities, extensive equipment fleet, and 60-year Texas construction experience ensure quality control and reliable project delivery for complex infrastructure projects.
Do you handle both public and private construction projects?
Yes, we serve federal, state, local government clients and private sector partners through both traditional and alternative delivery contract models.
What safety certifications does Texas Sterling maintain?
We maintain industry-leading safety performance with EMR rates below 0.85 and comprehensive OSHA compliance programs across all project sites.
