Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Construction Contractors in Hagerstown, MD
Founded in 1950 and incorporated in 1955, C William Hetzer, Inc. has built a legacy of excellence in heavy civil construction. Our expertise spans decades of delivering complex projects across public and private sectors, including highways, bridges, utilities, airports, and industrial site work. With a focus on self-performing over 95% of our contracted volume, we maintain strict quality control through experienced teams and a modern fleet of equipment. Our operational radius extends 50 miles from Hagerstown, Maryland, serving key areas in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. We prioritize safety through a certified training program and weekly toolbox sessions, ensuring compliance with OSHA and MSHA standards.Our reputation for reliability stems from competent supervision, skilled tradesmen, and a commitment to meeting project deadlines. We specialize in earthmoving, rock drilling, asphalt paving, and utility installation, supported by state-licensed material sources. Our long-standing client relationships reflect our dedication to performance and quality in every project. As a family-owned business, we combine generational expertise with innovative construction methodologies. Our success is rooted in maintaining transparency, technical proficiency, and accountability to both public agencies and private developers.
Services
Heavy Civil Public Work
HMA Paving
Earthmoving
Bridge Construction
Utility Installation
Landfill Development
Airport Rehabilitation
Rock Drilling
Commercial Site Work
Residential Development
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We self-perform 95% of contracted work for quality control
- Our fleet includes 40+ heavy equipment units for large-scale projects
- Certified safety program with OSHA and MSHA compliance training
- Six decades of experience in federally funded infrastructure projects
- State-licensed asphalt production and shale excavation capabilities
Services
Heavy Civil Public Work
We deliver large-scale public infrastructure including highways, bridges, and utility systems. Our expertise covers federally funded projects requiring strict compliance and technical precision. Clients benefit from our self-performing model that ensures quality control through direct management of skilled labor and equipment.
HMA Paving
Our state-certified asphalt production facility supports roadway construction and rehabilitation projects. We manufacture and install hot mix asphalt to meet Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia specifications. Clients receive durable pavement solutions through our experienced paving crews and modern equipment.
Earthmoving
We handle complex excavation and grading projects using GPS-controlled dozers and large-capacity excavators. Our services support commercial, residential, and industrial developments. Clients receive accurate site preparation meeting strict engineering requirements through our owned equipment and experienced operators.
Bridge Construction
We construct and rehabilitate bridges for municipal and state agencies. Our capabilities include foundation work, concrete placement, and superstructure installation. Clients benefit from our specialized crews and equipment dedicated to meeting structural engineering standards.
Utility Installation
We install water, sewer, and storm drainage systems for public works and private developments. Our services include trenching, pipe laying, and system testing. Clients receive reliable utility infrastructure through our experienced crews and adherence to municipal code requirements.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate within 50 miles of Hagerstown, Maryland, covering parts of Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
What construction sectors do you specialize in?
Our primary focus areas include highway infrastructure, bridge construction, utility systems, and industrial/commercial site development.
Are you equipped for large-scale earthmoving projects?
Yes, we maintain a modern fleet including 8.5 CY excavators and articulated haul trucks for major excavation tasks.
Do you provide asphalt paving materials?
We operate a state-approved HMA plant producing 270 tons/hour with storage capacity for multiple mix designs.
How does your safety program ensure worker protection?
Our certified safety manager conducts OSHA/MSHA training, weekly toolbox talks, and maintains compliance with all regulatory standards.
Reviews (2)
Christina Leonard
Mar 18, 2021
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Amazing at all the work they offer, easily the best around. Also they have no turnover With employees If you're lucky enough to get a job here you stay for life. A lot of 20+ years work their, and love the management, pay, and benefits. They are hiring!
Ty M.
Dec 05, 2019
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This company needs to hire better drivers! Constantly cutting cars off and trying to cause accidents on the roads. Just this morning was stuck behind 1 hogging the fast lane on 70 for 10 miles after cutting off a car! No care in the world for their drivers. Almost as bad as Swift
