Garney Acquires Pacific Northwest Contractor Emery & Sons, Expanding National Footprint
Jan 2026
KANSAS CITY, MO – January 6, 2026 – Garney has acquired Emery & Sons Construction Group, a heavy civil and underground utility contractor based in Salem, Oregon. The acquisition establishes Garney’s permanent presence in the Pacific Northwest, further strengthening the company’s ability to deliver critical infrastructure nationwide.
This strategic move reflects Garney’s continued commitment to growth, operational excellence, and exceptional project delivery. With annual revenues already exceeding $2 billion and more than 2,700 employee-owners nationwide, Garney continues to build on its six-decade legacy as the industry leader in water and wastewater infrastructure.
Founded in 1967, Emery & Sons is one of the largest and most respected underground utility contractors in the Northwest. The company brings nearly 60 years of experience and a strong reputation for quality, safety, and community commitment. Emery & Sons adds significant expertise in underground utilities, heavy civil construction, and municipal infrastructure improvement in the region.
“Emery & Sons has been a trusted builder in the Northwest for decades,” said David Burkhart, CEO at Garney. “Their experience in underground utilities and commitment to their people and community make them a natural fit with Garney. By bringing our companies together, we’re strengthening our capacity to deliver major water and civil infrastructure. This partnership gives the Emery & Sons team the support and resources to pursue larger and more complex projects while maintaining local relationships and the work they’re known for.”
The addition of Emery & Sons expands Garney’s capabilities to deliver a wide range of civil and municipal infrastructure. This growth supports Garney’s long-term vision of becoming a full-service water solutions provider by broadening in-house capabilities for earthwork, transmission and distribution pipelines, water mains, and other large-scale civil components essential to complex water projects.
“Becoming part of Garney creates a solid path forward for our employees and our clients,” said Dan Vannoy, President at Emery & Sons. “It gives our people room to grow while keeping the culture and craftsmanship that built our reputation. We’ll be able to take on new opportunities and continue doing the kind of work our team takes pride in. We’re looking forward to what we can accomplish together.”
Both companies will continue operating under their existing names and leadership teams as they integrate to meet the region’s evolving infrastructure needs.
About Garney
Garney is the national leader in water and wastewater infrastructure. Since 1961, Garney has been committed to delivering clean, safe drinking water and protecting public health through essential water and wastewater systems. Garney specializes in self-performing construction services for water and wastewater pipelines, treatment facilities, pumping stations, water storage tanks, and industrial/heavy civil projects through conventional and collaborative delivery methods for municipal, federal, and private sector clients. As a 100% employee-owned company with 19 offices and 3,000 employee-owners nationwide, Garney is committed to advancing the future of water and wastewater infrastructure. At the core of Garney’s work is its guiding purpose: Building Sustainable Futures with the World’s Most Precious Resources – Water & People®.
