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Testimonials

Numerous client letters attest to the fact that customer service and customer satisfaction have always been a hallmark of JJH.

Water/Wastewater Treatment
Federal/Military
Commercial
Educational
Health Care

Water/Wastewater Treatment

“During the construction process our staff found Henderson to be professional and reliable. Their expertise and coordination of construction conducted onsite enabled this facility to be completed upon schedule.”

Jim Keim, Village Administrator
Village of Antioch, IL
(Antioch Wastewater Treatment Plant)

“Throughout the project, Joseph J. Henderson & Son, Inc. provided a consistently high level of competent management of both the administrative and technical aspects of the project.”

Webb Bernhardt, PE, Project Administrator
American Structurepoint, Inc.
(East Chicago, IN Water Treatment Plant)

“..staff should be complimented for their commitment to quality in spite of the tight schedule that had to be maintained... constant dedication to teamwork and quality made this project a huge success and resulted in substantial financial savings to the owner.”

David J. Cook, P.E., Engineering Design Manager
Cambridge Homes, Libertyville, IL
(Beach Park Booster Station, Village of Beach Park, IL)

“It is a pleasure and a” breath of fresh air” to have a contractor who works with the owner to resolve those difficult problems to everyone’s satisfaction…As always working with Joseph J. Henderson & Son is a refreshing experience.”

Dennis Streicher, Assistant Director of Public Works/Water & Wastewater
City of Elmhurst, IL
(Berkley & Adams/Harrison Storm Water Project, Elmhurst, IL)

“Through your understanding of our specific requirements for construction and your company’s problem solving abilities, you saved the Sanitary District at least one (1) year of construction time. And as a direct result final costs came in under budget, even with several change orders…The Design-Build team was extremely effective and we highly recommend this concept…Thank you for your commitment to the success of this project…Our experience with your company was one of complete satisfaction!”

Mark Higby, Superintendent
Island Lake Sanitary District
(Wastewater Treatment Plant, Island Lake, IL)

“This is another fine example of the ability of J.J. Henderson to handle a large and difficult project…We continue to be impressed with your company’s ability to properly manage these projects…The commitment to quality is evident all the way from the project managers, down through the workers on site.”

Les Uhlmeyer, P.E., Vice President, Sales and Marketing
US Filter, Ames, IA
(Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade, Glenbard, IL, Water Treatment Plant, Glencoe, IL, & Wastewater Treatment Plant, Bartlett, IL)

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Federal/Military

“The JJH management team performed exceptionally well and kept this complex project ahead of schedule and within budget.”

Peter G. Livas, Project Engineer
NAVFAC Midwest, IL
(Design/Build VA Parking Garage)

“..all team members possessed an excellent understanding of project responsibilities, expectations, and goals. Their communication and coordination with the Owner, Building Users, and A/E firms during the design and construction were first class.”

Yen Ong, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Partner
5G Studio, Dallas, TX
(Design/Build Warriors in Transition Facility, Fort Sam, Houston, TX)

“The construction of these facilities was a complex structural, electrical and mechanical endeavor which your firm eagerly undertook…Your entire project team’s performance was superb…We look forward, with pleasure, to future contracts with your firm.”

C. A. Rice, Captain, Civil Engineer Corps, Commanding Officer
United States Navy, Great Lakes, IL
(Machinery Repair A & C School, Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, IL)

“Despite unforeseen site difficulties, you set the standard of how well a Design-Build team can quickly adapt and respond to keep an important project on schedule.”

M. B. Samuels, Captain, Civil Engineer Corps, Commanding Officer
United States Navy, Great Lakes, IL
(RTC Recruit In-Processing BEQ, Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, IL)

“…it became readily apparent that the J.J. Henderson team had perfected their means and methods leading to the renovations of 147 housing units…The quality of work performed was consistently above average…J.J. Henderson brought this contract to completion nearly ten months ahead of schedule. This is no small accomplishment, given the large number of housing units being renovated and the fact that quality was never compromised…The J.J. Henderson team is a top-notch team of professionals. Their professionalism shows through in every aspect of their work. I could not think of a better contractor to do business with.”

Jeffrey Rozema LTJG, Civil Engineer Corps
United States Navy, Great Lakes, IL
(Halsey Village & Forrestal Village Whole House Revitalization Phases 3 & 10, Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, IL)

“Your firm met and, in many cases, exceeded the RFP design requirement. As a result of your efforts, we are utilizing facilities that have surpassed the Navy’s expectations. You have set another standard on how well a Design-Build Team can quickly adapt to keep an important project ahead of schedule.”

A. M. Stratman, Commander, Civil Engineer Corps, Commanding Officer
United States Navy, Great Lakes, IL
(Forrestal Village Whole House Revitalization Phases 7 & 9,
Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, IL)

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Commercial

“JJH helped us meet our needs with an expertise and commitment not often seen today…We receive daily comments about the great job on the finished concrete work.”

Ray Baker, Park Administrator
Warren Township Park District, Gurnee, IL
(Warren Township Skate Plaza and Trail, Gurnee, IL)

“The project was a success because it opened on time and met all of our and our customer's expectations.”

Robert E. Hummel, Vice President
First Midwest Bank, Grayslake, IL
(First Midwest Bank Facility)

“...I wanted to take the opportunity to express my pleasure with the quality and craftsmanship of our new building and with the experience I have had in working with the J.J. Henderson & Son team. I am positive that our project would not have been the success that it is without the expertise and direct involvement of the project superintendent...”

Michael S. Olshefke, Commander
Department of Police, City of Highland Park, IL
(Highland Park Police Headquarters, Highland Park, IL)

“J.J. Henderson’s competent and reliable staff, both field and office, are available and willing to assist me at anytime. I have come to depend on their experience and professionalism. The construction of three Super Targets in the span of approximately thirteen months is quite the challenge…Keep up the good work!”

Carl Koschany, Senior OSR
Target Corporation
(Three SuperTarget Stores in Indianapolis, IN Area)

“Your team continues to exceed our expectations in completing quality projects on time with outstanding value. Attention to detail and the ability to adapt to the changing needs of your clients is key to your success.”

Steve Hage, Regional Construction Manager
Target Corporation, Minneapolis, MN

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Educational

“JJH displayed the highest level of professionalism and cooperation in completing a very complex project. Your willingness to work through problems while keeping the job on schedule was a refreshing change…The J.J. Henderson project team was exceptional in its commitment to provide the best facility possible and to stand behind its work”.

Mike Anthony, Facilities Superintendent
College of Lake County, Grayslake, IL
(New Fine Arts Center, CLC, Grayslake, IL)

“I commend J.J. Henderson for their work with our project. I had anticipated we would have some difficulty with our normal school operation because of the nature of the project. On the contrary, however, our school days went on virtually without interruption throughout the project time frame…I was extremely impressed with not only the workmanship of the project, but in particular with the professional way in which it was completed.”

Thomas Landers, Superintendent
Marian Central Catholic High School, Woodstock, IL
(48,000 SF Building Addition and Remodel, Marian HS, Woodstock, IL )

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Health Care

“...our company has shown us from our initial conversations through the completion of the project that J.J. Henderson & Son is a contractor with incredibly high standards.”

Gerald Mackey, D.D.S.
(The Village Dental Center, Gurnee, IL)

“Joseph J. Henderson & Son has consistently met or exceeded our needs and expectations. You have an outstanding team of professionals, and we greatly appreciate your participation in securing a mutually successful partnership.”

Mark Kalmar, VP, Systems & Business Development
(Gurnee Radiology Center, Gurnee, IL)

“We wanted to do business with a contractor in our own community. We were impressed with JJH’s work and the length of time they were in business. We knew they would be around for years to come.”

Dr. Stephen Clark, Partner
Lindenhurst Family Medicine LLC, Lindenhurst, IL
(Lindenhurst Professional Building, Lindenhurst, IL)

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