Western Specialty Contractors proudly announces the promotion of Austin Kochsmeier to Superintendent at its Omaha, NE Branch.
Kochsmeier started his career at Western eight years ago following graduation from Maple Woods
Metropolitan Community College in Kansas City, MO. Initially hired as a masonry field laborer, he honed his skills in masonry, concrete and waterproofing and was promoted to Foreman in 2020.
“Not only has Austin become knowledgeable about Western’s services, but he has also shown strong leadership skills, integrity, quality workmanship, detailed paperwork, and a strong work ethic. Omaha is a growing market, and he will do a great job assisting the branch,” said Omaha Branch Manager Jack Schneider.
Western’s Omaha Branch was founded in 1972 and services greater Omaha, Lincoln, Nebraska, South Dakota and northwest Iowa. Services offered include concrete/masonry repair and restoration; epoxy and urethane grout injection; sealant/expansion joint replacement; structural repair/carbon fiber reinforcement; and deck/wall coatings.
Some of the notable Nebraska landmarks Western has worked on include the Woodmen Life Building in downtown Omaha, Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, NE and Neligh Mill Historical site in Neligh, NE.
About Western Specialty Contractors
Family-owned and operated for more than 100 years, Western Specialty Contractors is the nation’s largest specialty contractor in masonry and concrete restoration, waterproofing, and specialty roofing. Western offers a nationwide network of expertise that building owners, engineers, architects, and property managers can count on to develop cost-effective, corrective measures that can add years of useful life to a variety of structures, including industrial, commercial, healthcare, historic, educational and government buildings, parking structures, and sports stadiums. Western is headquartered in St. Louis, MO, with 30 branch offices nationwide and employs more than 1,200 salaried and hourly professionals who offer the best, time-tested techniques and innovative technology. For more information about Western Specialty Contractors, visit https://westernspecialtycontractors.com.