About E.S. Wagner Co.
Our People,
Purpose & Expertise
Who We Are
Our Identity
In 1947, an individual’s word had value, integrity was essential, and pride came from a job well done. These simple principles drove E.S. Wagner’s founders and remain the code of the company’s current team of professionals. E.S. Wagner Co. is a multi-generational heavy civil and site development leader, trusted to deliver complex infrastructure with control, integrity, and purpose. Backed by skilled professionals, with our fleet of specialized equipment, and providing decades of stability, we partner across industries to deliver high-quality site solutions, done right, by people who take ownership of their work.
1947
Founded
4
Generations
Our Leadership Philosophy
“At E.S. Wagner Company, we seek out the right people, those who are driven to develop and advance. We provide them with the environment, experience, and training to grow both personally and professionally. Using our considerable resources and decades of experience, we empower each individual to become part of a unified and cohesive team bound together with one goal: To provide an industry-best client experience to the markets and customers we serve.”
John C. Wagner, P.E., President
Since 1947
Our Heritage
Founded in 1947 by Lewis F. and Lewis E. Wagner, E.S. Wagner Co. has grown from a local Ohio partnership into a four-generation heavy civil contractor operating across multiple states. Throughout our history, our foundation has relied on hands-on leadership and simple, enduring values: integrity, hard work, and keeping our word. Our growth comes entirely from our people, who take direct ownership of every project. By combining this deep experience with practical problem-solving, we safely deliver complex construction projects that our clients can trust.
1947
E.S. Wagner Company founded by Lewis F. Wagner and Lewis E. Wagner.
1970s
Expansion into larger industrial and site development projects.
1980s
Third-generation leadership helps guide continued growth and diversification.
2000s
Operations expand into the Carolinas, establishing a stronger multi-regional presence.
2020s
Fourth-generation leadership continues the company’s growth and evolution.
2027
E.S. Wagner Company celebrates 80 years of family ownership and leadership.
What Sets Us Apart
Trusted People. Proven Quality. Better Outcomes.
Built on trust, driven by expertise, and proven through the complex challenges we solve every day.
A Heritage of Leadership
Grounded in strong, hands-on leadership and adaptability, we empower our teams to deliver consistent, accountable, and trusted project outcomes.
Expertise & Owned Resources
Our specialized in-house expertise and expansive owned equipment fleet enable efficient execution, superior cost control, and reliable project delivery.
Executive Engagement
Active involvement from senior leadership ensures direct access to decision-makers and responsive support throughout the project lifecycle.
Integrity First
We build lasting partnerships through honest, fair business practices and a disciplined commitment to delivering on our promises.
Diverse Service Capabilities
Our broad portfolio of self-performed services provides comprehensive solutions and proven delivery methods across a wide range of complex infrastructure and site development projects.
Executable Project Plans
Detailed estimating and intensive front-end planning foster project clarity, anticipate risks, and eliminate barriers before they impact schedule or performance.
“There isn’t a construction company around where you’re going to get to deal with the ownership and senior project management that you will at E.S. Wagner.”
— Mark Reiter, Senior Project Manager
80
Years
Founded in 1947
4
Generations
Of Family Leadership
100%
Owned Equipment
Maintained & Mobilized
11
In-House P.E.’s
Professional Engineers
$250K–$250M
Diversity of Project Scale
Mission & Values
Trust. Alignment. Growth.
At E.S. Wagner, our values are rooted in a heritage of hands-on leadership, accountability, and excellence. By empowering our people, refining our processes, and embracing innovation, we deliver complex projects with consistency, adaptability, and trust, creating outcomes that exceed expectations and strengthen lasting client partnerships. Our reputation is our legacy and is embodied in our mission to be a “Motivated and Visible Team of Professionals striving for excellence in the field of construction.”