Recognition of technical leadership and industry expertise remains an important benchmark for the construction sector, particularly in specialized disciplines such as geotechnical engineering and deep foundations. Keller announced that longtime executive and geotechnical specialist John Wolosick has been elected to the National Academy of Construction's Class of 2026.
Founded in 1999, the National Academy of Construction honors industry leaders whose contributions have advanced construction practices, technology, safety and management across the industry.
Wolosick has spent more than four decades working in geotechnical construction and engineering. His expertise spans soil nailing, slope stabilization and anchored earth retention, areas that play critical roles in transportation, infrastructure and complex site development projects.
Before joining Keller, then operating as Hayward Baker, in 1996, Wolosick held engineering and operations positions with Law Engineering Testing Company, CGC and Nicholson Construction.
Throughout his career, he has remained active in industry organizations and technical committees, including the Deep Foundations Institute, the American Society of Civil Engineers, ADSC and the Geo-Institute.
In addition to his project experience, Wolosick has authored more than 35 technical papers focused on geotechnical engineering and foundation construction practices. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in civil engineering from the University of Illinois and maintains professional engineering registrations in several Southeastern states.
His previous honors include the ASCE/Geo-Institute Martin S. Kapp Foundation Engineering Award, the International Society of Micropiles' Lizzi Lecture recognition, the ASCE/Geo-Institute Harry Schnabel Jr. Award and the Deep Foundations Institute Distinguished Service Award.
Election to the National Academy of Construction is based on peer recognition of long-term contributions to the industry and leadership in advancing construction practices. The academy's membership includes executives, engineers, educators and industry leaders whose work has had a significant impact on the built environment.
As infrastructure owners and developers increasingly rely on specialized geotechnical solutions to address challenging site conditions and complex construction demands, technical leadership in foundation engineering and ground improvement remains a critical component of project delivery.
Source: Keller.
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