Building a Legacy of Excellence Since 1919

In the year 1919, Woodrow Wilson was the President, scientists confirmed Einstein’s theory of relativity, the dial telephone was first introduced, and William Winkler Founded a New Concrete Business in Spokane.

The 1930’s in America was dominated by the great depression, the repeal of the prohibition of alcohol, and the mass internal migration resulting from the Oklahoma dustbowl. Washington state was a large recipient of Oklahoma immigrants looking for work. The WPA provided a large amount of funding for infrastructure expansion in Spokane including High Drive, Rutter Parkway and an expansion of Felts Field. WM. Winkler CO. was able to take advantage of this development to further its curb and walk business the marks of which can still be seen in parts of Spokane to this day.

The 1940’s witnessed the end of World War II and the beginning of a new era of optimism. Locally, the completion of the Grand Coulee Dam created the electrical infrastructure required for Spokane to refine its natural resources including magnesium and aluminum. In 1946, following his discharge from the Navy, Jack returned to Spokane to continue working with his father in the family business.

Marked by an atmosphere of post war prosperity and optimism, the era witnessed the rise of mass media through the prevalence of television and the emerging rock and roll movement. Locally, construction of the Maple Street Bridge began. WM Winkler CO worked extensively pouring pedestrian infrastructure and expanding the suburban development as well as participating in the construction of the Spokane coliseum in 1954.

The 1960s was a decade marked by significant global and local events. Internationally, the Cuban Missile Crisis brought the world to the brink of nuclear war, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy shocked the nation, and the Apollo 11 mission achieved the historic first moon landing. Amidst this turbulence, Spokane experienced its own growth, particularly with the commencement of the I-90 viaduct project through the downtown area. This period of expansion also saw WM. Winkler CO. thrive, as the demand for quality concrete construction surged, contributing to the company’s development and success.

The 1970’s saw the end of the Vietnam war and the rise of NASA’s space exploration. The rapid advance of technology was put on show with the first supersonic flight of the concord jet and the 1974 world’s fair in Spokane. WM Winkler CO was a strategic partner in the construction of the world’s fair pavilion park.

The 1980’s was a vibrant and transformative decade marked by the landslide election of Ronald Regan, the fall of the Berlin wall, the eruption of Mount Saint Helens, and the advancement of personal computers. After the retirement of Jack Winkler in 1984, the company continued to grow under the new leadership of Bob and Jim Winker.

The rise of the internet brought about the age of information. Spokane experienced several significant events such as; the start of Hoopfest, the Gonzaga campus hosting the Goodwill Games, and the opening of River Park Square which sparked a rebirth of the downtown. WM Winkler CO prepares to enter a new Millennium in 1999 with Brian Winkler at the helm.

The 2000s were a decade of profound events and changes. The world witnessed the tragic terrorist attacks of 9/11, a significant economic collapse, and the remarkable achievement of two NASA rovers landing on Mars. Locally, Spokane saw the initiation of WSDOT’s North-South Freeway project. During this time, WM. Winkler CO. relocated to a new site, expanded its trucking services into a standalone division, and continued to grow its federal contracting operations.

The WM Winkler Company Celebrates 100 Years of Success and cements itself as a leader in the construction industry for the Pacific North West.

WM Winkler CO wins the nationwide award for best contractor to work for in construction and continues to expand as a service disabled veteran owned small business.