SAN ANTONIO, Texas. (May 26, 2026) – Sundt Construction, in a joint venture with Davila Construction, received a 2026 Baldwin Group Build America Merit Award from the Associated General Contractors of America in the environmental enhancement category for the San Pedro Creek Culture Park in San Antonio.
The project transformed 2.25 miles of urban waterway into a flood control system designed to reduce flood risk and restore ecological function. The improvements introduced vibrant public spaces, including a linear park with pedestrian paseos, plazas and public art reflecting more than 300 years of San Antonio’s cultural heritage.
“From day one, this effort required us to navigate complex challenges while staying closely aligned with our partners and the community,” said Jeff Williamson, president of Sundt’s Transportation Group. “The result strengthens flood resilience while creating a lasting public space that reflects the character of San Antonio.”
Delivered in partnership with the San Antonio River Authority and HDR, the $241 million, multiphase project removed surrounding properties from the 100-year floodplain while reestablishing the natural creek system. The restoration has already supported the return of native fish and mollusk species not seen in the watershed for decades.
Construction required navigating active flood conditions, tight urban constraints and the preservation of historic resources, including the discovery and integration of a 19th-century African Methodist Episcopal church site into the final design.
The AGC Build America Awards honor the nation’s top construction projects, reflecting Sundt’s commitment to being the most skilled builder in America.
About Sundt
Sundt Construction, Inc. (www.sundt.com) is one of the country’s largest and most respected general contractors. The 136-year-old firm specializes in transportation, water and wastewater, advanced facilities, heavy industrial and mining, building, concrete and renewable power work and is owned entirely by its 5,000-plus employees. Sundt is distinguished by its diverse capabilities and experience, unique employee-ownership culture and depth of self-perform expertise in multiple trades. Much of Sundt’s workforce is comprised of skilled craft professionals who, together with the company’s administrative employees, enable Sundt to fulfill its mission to be the most skilled builder in America. Sundt has 13 offices throughout California, Arizona, North Carolina, Texas, Washington, Utah and Florida and is currently ranked the country’s 46th largest construction company by ENR, the industry’s principal trade magazine.
