E.S. Wagner Company was founded in 1947 by the father and son partnership of Lewis F. Wagner and Lewis E. Wagner. Together, they embarked upon a venture that would prosper and grow to become the highly respected, multi-million dollar highway and heavy construction company we know today. Now in its third and fourth generation of family ownership, Lewis "John" Wagner is president and CEO, with John C. Wagner serving as one of our vice presidents.  

A half century ago, an individual’s word had value; it was something you could rely on. The E.S. Wagner team of professionals still believes in this simple principle.  Coupled with integrity and pride in a job well done, E.S. Wagner’s principles have provided the foundation for the company’s success and development into an industry leader.  

Prestige comes from excellent work and E.S. Wagner’s prominence is most apparent in the results we generate. Our continuous improvement approach and take-charge attitude has gained E.S. Wagner the reputation as an extremely innovative and reliable contractor. Public and private owners alike have recognized and appreciated, not only the financial benefits and resources that we bring to a project but the assurance of knowing the job will get done right, on time and within budget.  

What is the secret of E.S. Wagner’s success? What accounts for the company’s exponential growth? One answer – our people. We are grounded in the belief that our people make all the difference in the world. The expertise and enrichment that our team brings to a project is unparalleled. Our client, project and equipment lists are impressive, but nothing is more impressive than the accomplishments of our people.  

At E.S. Wagner, the safety and protection of our people is of paramount priority. Safe work practices are at the core of everything we do. We take a proactive approach to safety, with comprehensive training programs and continuous on-the-job awareness that puts safety at the forefront of our operations.    

From an ambitious local partnership concentrated in northwest Ohio, to a multi-million dollar contractor with offices in Ohio and South Carolina, E.S. Wagner Company has become a contractor of choice. We have successfully provided both public and private owners with work that has met their needs and exceeded their expectations. Moreover, our business partners have included some of the most prestigious engineering, architectural and construction firms in the United States.

As members of E.S. Wagner Company, we’re excited and optimistic about the future. Today’s business environment is technology driven and ever changing. We embrace this environment because of the opportunities it presents to provide innovative and creative solutions using the latest in construction technology for projects of all kinds – from the simple to the unusual, challenging and extremely difficult.

“Our heritage and reputation has brought us to where we are …our performance will take us to where we’re going.”

“I have found over the years that you can judge the true character of an individual by how he handles a bad situation.  Adversity brings out the true integrity of a person. The Wagners have passed this test with an A+. Their handshake is their bond and they are true to their word. They have always treated us the same way they would want to be treated if the cards were reversed.”

- Phil Denny, Vice President Heavy Construction, Blanchard Machinery Company, Columbia, SC