RW Collins Co.

05/25/2026

04/30/2026

RWC recently completed a major environmental remediation project at a historic Chicago site spanning two city blocks. Our team removed over 6,200 tons of contaminated material, tackling multiple hot spots and removing existing structures to reach clean native clay. The site was then backfilled and compacted, setting the stage for future development. We also completed a full UST investigation with no underground storage tanks found.

Check out the full story here:
https://www.rwcollins.com/projects/environmental-remediation-chicago-il-little-village/

04/24/2026

The season is in full swing at RW Collins! We’re beginning site work on a retention pond, with crews in the early stages and equipment fully back in action. Dirt is moving and the site is taking shape. A great way to kick off the season!

04/10/2026

Some great shots from our drivers Joe and Paul over the past few months! Here's to warmer days ahead! ☀️ 🚛 👷

04/02/2026

RWC worked with Chicago Public Schools to revitalize the playground and outdoor space at Goethe Elementary School in Logan Square. The school also features a state-of-the-art artificial turf soccer field and a new track.

Goethe Elementary School is one of the oldest active elementary schools in the Chicago school system. Built in 1895, the school’s name pays homage to the German poet, historian, and philosopher Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, who famously worked in many subject areas. There is also a historic monument to Goethe in Lincoln Park, unveiled in 1913.

The school has a long history as a vital part of the local Logan Square community, serving students throughout Chicago’s ever-evolving cultural landscape. Goethe has educated many prominent members of the community, including Anthony Quezada, one of the youngest Aldermen in Chicago's long history.

RW Collins Co. is honored to help revitalize and improve Chicago's infrastructure for current communities and future generations alike.

03/20/2026

RWC had the privilege of performing site work at the Garfield Park Conservatory for the Elizabeth Morse Genius Children’s Exhibit. The exhibit features a variety of engaging amenities, including a state-of-the-art jungle gym designed to inspire exploration and learning.

The Garfield Park Conservatory is one of the largest and most historically significant conservatories in the United States. Originally established in the 1880s and expanded in the early 20th century, it is home to over 2,000 plant species and is proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

We are honored to contribute to the transformation of this iconic space and to support a project that helps cultivate a love for nature and plant stewardship in future generations.

Read the full story at the link below to learn more about RWC’s role in revitalizing “Chicago’s Landscape Art Under Glass.”

https://www.rwcollins.com/projects/excavation-chicago-il-garfield-park-conservatory/

11/11/2025

When Robert W. Collins returned to Chicago after serving as a Navy Seabee in the Pacific Theater in WWII, he set out to build something to last. He established this company with the same values that guided him as a Navy engineer: hard work, integrity, and taking care of those around you.

These values represent what we strive to achieve every day, and we are fortunate to have had many veterans carry that same spirit forward as part of our company over the years.

Each Veterans Day, we are proud to highlight our founder and every veteran who has served this country. Thank you for your service, your leadership, and for making a difference in people's lives.

(These great pictures come from the yearbook of the 71st Construction Batallion in 1944, between Bougainville and Guadalcanal in the South Pacific.)

10/17/2025

Check out some of the best pics sent in by our crews in the last few weeks! 📸 👷 💫 (Thanks to Mick, Paul, and Joe!)

09/26/2025

RW Collins was contracted to remove non-hazardous sludge from three large retention ponds at a former manufacturing facility. Learn more about how we overcame the logistical challenges of transporting wet materials to a landfill in our latest case study: https://www.rwcollins.com/projects/environmental-remediation-marengo-il/

08/29/2025

This summer, RWC helped to transform the outdoor sports complex at Percy Julian High School. We performed excavation for a state-of-the-art turf field, lighting, and two vibrant new scoreboards for students and the community to celebrate their athletic achievements. See more in our latest case study here:
https://www.rwcollins.com/projects/excavation-chicago-il-percy-l-julian-hs/