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W. M. Lyles Co.

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Company Research Report: W. M. Lyles Co.



Company Overview



  • Name: W. M. Lyles Co.

  • Mission: To meet the needs of their clients by providing the highest value construction services available with a focus on safety, performance, quality, schedule, budget, and company service.

  • Founded: 1945

  • Founder: No information available

  • Key People:

  • Ken Strosnider - President/CEO

  • Grant Gourley - Senior Vice President/COO

  • Joe Lawrence - Senior Vice President of Collaborative Delivery

  • Kevin Shigematsu - Senior Vice President of Administration

  • Tony Mueller - Senior Vice President/COO

  • Headquartered: Fresno, California

  • Number of Employees: No specific current number available

  • Revenue: No information available

  • Known For: Excellence in environmental and utility contracting, specializing in water and wastewater energy and environmental construction projects throughout California. They are noted for their integrity, honesty, and a strong focus on safety.


Products and Services



Product and Service Offerings



  • Pre-Construction:

  • Early project planning and estimation services.

  • Constructability assessments and design support.


  • Construction:

  • Efficient management of projects with a focus on cost and quality control.


  • Self-Performance:

  • Extensive self-performance capabilities allow for direct control over project aspects to minimize delays and control quality.


  • Value Engineering:

  • Conducts functional analysis to maximize project function and minimize costs, generating best value solutions.


  • System Integration:

  • Comprehensive services include project requirements assessment, value engineering, electrical engineering, project management, SCADA programming, and system commissioning.


Delivery Methods



  • Progressive Design-Build:

  • A stepwise approach that improves efficiency and shortens project timelines.


  • Design-Build:

  • A collaborative approach to project design and construction to enhance simplicity and communication.


  • Hard Bid:

  • Traditional design-bid-build process geared towards providing competitive pricing.


  • Construction Management (CMAR):

  • Acts as a professional advisor to ensure a project's success from start to finish.


Recent Developments



  • New Projects:

  • Approximately $190M project for City of Stockton Regional Wastewater Control Facilities estimated for completion by February 2025.


  • Completed Projects:

  • Silverlake Headworks Reservoir completed in December 2021, valued at $451M.


  • Corporate Developments:

  • Creation of Lyles Construction Group and reorganization in 2021.


  • Notable Projects:

  • Recent contributions to major facilities such as the Rialto Bioenergy Facility and Silver Lake Reservoir Project, known for meeting tight schedules and complex project demands.


  • Industry Recognition:

  • Ranked #2 in Sanitary and Storm Sewers, #5 as a Sewage and Solid Waste Contractor, and #13 in Wastewater Treatment Plants.


  • Safety Achievements:

  • Noteworthy accomplishments in safety practices with zero OSHA violations in recent history and TRIR below the industry average.


Conclusion



W. M. Lyles Co. has a long-established track record in the construction industry, particularly within environmental and utility sectors. With a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and client relations, they remain a leader in their field across California. Their strategic leadership, experienced workforce, and an extensive portfolio of projects reflect their capacity to handle complex infrastructural projects efficiently and effectively.