As the construction industry experiences an unprecedented period of challenge and stagnation in St. Louis and across the country, many in the business are asking ourselves, ‘how are we going to survive?’ The answer can vary from company to company, but one thing we at S. M. Wilson are doing is capitalizing to the fullest on the relationships we build everyday with the architects, engineers, subcontractors and clients we serve.

We establish open communications and a solution-driven mindset with our partners on every project we build. This is because we all need each other to be successful in this business. Evidence of this is found in this magazine.

We needed the intensive and positive collaboration of all parties involved to help our Ladue School District program overcome significant challenges and achieve success. This was possible because of our previous working relationships.

We need the local connections and relationships of Harris Construction Company to help us continue expanding our business in the Kansas City market.

In short, we are in the relationship business. We put our relationships with our partners first, which leads to building partnerships that succeed. This is our strategy to survive and thrive in an otherwise dismal construction market. Are you in the relationship business?

Your partner in success,