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ABOUT / WHY RICE LAKE WEST

From the expertise of our people to our unwavering commitment to excellence, Rice Lake West is proud to be recognized as one of the leading water and wastewater construction firms in the Western United States.

Industry Specialists

Water and wastewater treatment construction is at the core of Rice Lake West’s business. Since 1997, we’ve specialized in building water treatment plants and wastewater treatment facilities of all sizes for municipal, federal, and private sector clients across the Western U.S. From preconstruction to project completion, we manage every phase of construction, delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions.

Regional Knowledge

Headquartered in Golden, Colorado, Rice Lake West brings unmatched expertise to the Western U.S. with in-depth knowledge of the region’s climatic conditions, geophysical factors, and local subcontracting and specialty trade partners. Our team’s local expertise ensures we deliver projects efficiently and effectively.

Industry Specific Systems and Processes

Rice Lake West’s construction systems and processes are specifically designed to address the complex needs of water and wastewater construction projects. This includes phased operations, temporary operations, scheduling, cost estimating, operational planning, comprehensive commissioning, and more. Our efficient processes ensure timely delivery and high-quality results.

Commitment to Excellence

We are committed to providing exceptional customer service with uncompromising integrity, professionalism, and a focus on delivering the best value in every project. Our commitment to excellence means our clients receive high-quality, sustainable solutions that meet their needs and exceed expectations.

Safety is a Core Value

At Rice Lake West, safety is a core value. Every project is carried out with the highest regard for the health and safety of our team members, clients, engineers, architects, subcontractors, and operations staff. We implement industry-leading safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment on every site.

Proven Self-Performer

Rice Lake West’s ability to self-perform across key construction phases—demolition, excavation, site piping, concrete, process equipment, structural steel erection, miscellaneous metal installation, carpentry, process piping, and equipment installation—gives us greater control over quality, cost, and schedule. This capability translates into better value for our clients, ensuring efficient, on-time project delivery.

Part of the WRG family of Companies

In 2018, Rice Lake West, formerly known as Stanek Constructors, experienced a significant transformation. WRG, privately held infrastructure construction services corporation, acquired the company. As an independent member of the WRG family, we combine our specialized expertise, deep industry knowledge, and core construction skills with the streamlined systems, processes, and safety programs of a financially stable, Top 100 ENR company. WRG’s extensive resources and experience further enhance our capabilities, delivering exceptional outcomes with optimized safety, value, and efficiency for both our clients and the communities we serve.