Appreciation
Working on this project has given everyone an appreciation for the skilled builders that came before them four and five generations prior. Trade partners have commented about the opportunity to work on buildings dating back to the early 1900s and closely examine the architectural details such as the spires and ornate brickwork. The Gothic Revival-styled Horlick’s factory campus is now listed on the national register of historic places.
Author
Ryan Schmidt is a senior project manager at CG Schmidt, a family-owned company since 1920. He received his bachelor of science degree in civil engineering from Marquette University and has spent the last 13 years of his career with CG Schmidt managing complex construction projects throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. Schmidt can be reached via email at ryan.schmidt@cgschmidt.com.
