History

We were founded in 1921 as Chicago Concrete Breaking Company. Soon after, we made our name with an extremely challenging high-profile project removing a large section of retaining wall along a functioning stretch of railroad, on the east side of Michigan Ave. Despite a driving snowstorm and those who said it could not be done, our passion, ingenuity and expertise proved we were here to stay. It was the origin of our famed company motto: Wanted: A hard job.

Over the next eight decades we continued to prove ourselves as a partner devoted to our clients above all else. We have remained driven by relationships where we can help our clients grow and succeed, rather than looking just at the projects or profit.

Our clients are the most respected names in their fields. And we’ve earned a solid reputation in the industry for providing thoughtful, innovative, collaborative solutions to our clients' ever-changing needs. To take a look at the challenges, relationships and successes that have gotten us where we are today, browse our timeline.