Author Archives: Chris Kozeny
Behind the Build – A New Perspective with Drone Technology
Seeing Construction from a New Angle Construction is often experienced from the ground level—boots on the jobsite, eyes on the details, and hands on the work. But today, technology is… More
Behind the Build: Meet Kastilla, Journeywoman Carpenter
For Kastilla, a career in construction wasn’t something she planned from day one — it was something she grew into. Growing up, she spent time helping her dad with side… More
Building for a Brighter Future: KIDstruction Results 2025
At Kozeny-Wagner, building strong foundations goes beyond our projects—it’s about supporting the communities we serve. This year, we were proud to take part in KIDstruction Week 2025, a special initiative… More
Behind the Build: Cody on Leading with Experience at MoDOT Route D
For our latest Behind the Build feature, we sat down with Superintendent Cody Beck, who is currently managing one of Kozeny-Wagner’s most unique bridge projects. His journey into construction, approach… More
Jobsite Safety: Staying Safe in the Summer Heat
Summer is upon us—and judging by the forecast, it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. At Kozeny-Wagner, safety is always our top priority, and that includes protecting our crews from the… More
Behind the Build: Tilt Up Contruction
Behind the Build: The Construction of Tilt-Up At Kozeny-Wagner, we take pride in delivering efficient, high-quality solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs. For one of our latest local projects,… More
Celebrating National Safety Month – Building a Culture of Safety at Kozeny-Wagner
June is National Safety Month—a time to reflect on the importance of safety in everything we do. At Kozeny-Wagner, safety isn’t just a requirement; it’s a core value that drives… More
Answering the Call: Tim Sturholdt Volunteers for Tornado Relief in St. Louis
When disaster strikes, it takes more than bricks and mortar to rebuild—it takes heart. That’s exactly what Tim Sturholdt, a valued member of the Kozeny-Wagner team, brought to the recent… More
Getting the Full Story: Don Kozeny Sits Down with Martin Kilcoyne
At Kozeny-Wagner, our history is as strong as the foundations we build. Recently, our very own Don Kozeny, one of the founders of Kozeny-Wagner, sat down with prominent St. Louis… More
Kozeny-Wagner Nominated for 2025 ASA “General Contractor of the Year”
We are proud to announce that Kozeny-Wagner has been nominated for the 2025 “General Contractor of the Year,” Category B, by the American Subcontractors Association (ASA), Midwest Council. This prestigious… More
Staying Safe on the Jobsite During Cold Weather
As temperatures drop and winter weather sets in, construction projects press on. Working outdoors in cold conditions brings unique challenges, from icy surfaces to the risk of frostbite. Prioritizing safety… More
Kozeny-Wagner Named General Contractor for New City of St. Louis 911 Dispatch Center
St. Louis, MO — Kozeny-Wagner, the general contractor for the new $45 million City of St. Louis 911 Dispatch Center, joined city and state leaders on Thursday, October 24, for… More
Project Update: Make-A-Wish
Project Update! This project was a little different than what we’re used to, but we were thrilled to take it on! It was an in-kind wish, graciously granted by Kozeny-Wagner,… More
KIDstruction 2024: A Record-Breaking Year for St. Louis Children’s Hospital
We are thrilled to announce that KIDstruction 2024 has been an extraordinary success, raising an incredible $730,000 for St. Louis Children’s Hospital! This outstanding result would not have been possible… More
2024 General Contractor of the Year
(St. Louis, MO, April 2024) – The American Subcontractors Association (ASA) Midwest Council celebrated the winners of its Red-Carpet Awards Gala on April 20th, 2024. The ASA Midwest Council hosted… More
Contractor Performance Award
Congratulations are in order for our MoDOT team! Kozeny-Wagner, Inc received a letter from MoDOT regarding thier 2022 performance in which they obtained “Top Achiever” status for Overall Performance! The… More
2023 Kozeny-Wagner Golf Tournament – Thank you!
The annual Kozeny-Wagner Golf Tournament was held on Saturday, September 30 at Sunset Country Club. All proceeds went to St. Louis Children’s Hospital and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Hospital. We… More
Valley Park High School Job Shadowing
In October, Valley Park High School sent 25 Students to Kozeny-Wagner for a day of job shadowing. The school conducted a study to determine the best fit for the students… More
And the winner goes to…
Kozeny-Wagner, Inc! Back in April 2023, Kozeny-Wagner was named the American Subcontractors Association-Midwest Council, General Contractor of the Year! It is a significant honor in our industry to be nominated… More
Women In Construction Week
ST. LOUIS – At the Teamsters Local 682 union hall off Elizabeth Avenue, women in the construction industry were trying to showcase the opportunities that awaited others. “You can be… More