Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Infrastructure Construction for Challenging Projects
Founded over four decades ago, Wesslen Construction has established itself as a trusted leader in commercial construction across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest. Our expertise spans civil infrastructure, marine construction, and remote-access projects, delivering tailored solutions for complex challenges. With a fleet of advanced equipment and a team of seasoned professionals, we execute projects ranging from highway bridges and water reservoirs to underwater pipelines and helicopter-installed structures. Headquartered in Spokane, Washington, we serve Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, and California, prioritizing safety, innovation, and client collaboration. Our track record includes dam upgrades, railroad bridge construction, and heavy earthwork, supported by specialized capabilities in crane operations, hydro-electric work, and concrete structures.We emphasize creative engineering for unique projects, maintaining transparency and quality in every engagement. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 40-year history of completing high-risk, high-reward infrastructure projects safely and efficiently. Backed by long-standing relationships with industry partners and regulatory agencies, we deliver results where traditional methods fall short. As a family-owned business, we combine deep local knowledge with national-scale resources to meet evolving client needs.
Services
Bridge Construction
Marine Piling
Remote Access Projects
Dam Upgrades
Crane Services
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of specialized construction experience in challenging environments
- Proven expertise in remote-access and helicopter-installed infrastructure projects
- Safety-certified teams for high-risk civil and marine construction tasks
- Custom engineering solutions for unique transportation and water infrastructure needs
- Decades-long partnerships with regional agencies and industry suppliers
Services
Bridge Construction
We design and build diverse bridge types including steel, wood, suspension, cast-in-place, and precast structures. Our team handles complete demolition and rehabilitation of existing bridges while maintaining strict safety standards. Specializing in complex installations through helicopter deployment, we've completed over 150 bridge projects across six states in the past decade.
Marine Piling
Our marine construction division installs piling systems and underwater service lines for commercial and government clients. Utilizing specialized equipment for underwater pipeline installation and breakwater wall construction, we've completed 12 major marine projects in the last five years across coastal and inland waterways in the Pacific Northwest.
Remote Access Projects
We excel at constructing infrastructure in inaccessible areas through helicopter-assisted methods. Our capabilities include installing remote repeater towers, trail bridges, and fire lookouts. Each project receives customized engineering solutions to address logistical challenges, with our team having completed 37 remote installations since 2015.
Dam Upgrades
Our hydro-electric dam work includes structural reinforcement, spillway improvements, and system modernization projects. We implement specialized techniques for underwater repairs and employ advanced safety protocols during dam upgrades, successfully completing 9 major water infrastructure projects across the Western United States.
Crane Services
We provide crane operations for pile driving and highline work as part of construction projects. Our fleet includes specialized equipment for moving and installing large bridge components through helicopter assistance, supporting complex projects that require lifting capacities up to 500 tons in challenging environments.
Questions
What geographic areas does Wesslen Construction serve?
We primarily serve the Pacific Northwest and Midwest regions including Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, and California.
What types of construction projects does Wesslen specialize in?
Our specialties include civil infrastructure, marine construction, remote-access projects, bridge building, dam upgrades, and helicopter-installed structures.
How long has Wesslen Construction been in business?
We've been successfully completing complex construction projects since 1985, with over 40 years of combined industry experience.
What sets Wesslen apart from other construction companies?
Our unique capability to execute projects in remote locations requiring specialized equipment and innovative engineering solutions distinguishes us in the industry.
Can Wesslen handle underwater construction projects?
Yes, we specialize in marine construction including underwater pipeline installation, piling, and breakwater wall construction.
Do you have experience with transportation infrastructure projects?
We have extensive experience building and rehabilitating bridges for highways, railroads, and remote access locations across multiple states.
