Since 1978, for three generations, Hoosick Valley Contractors has served the Capital District area with quality construction services. Through the generations the company has grown and changed tremendously to adapt to industry changes while maintaining its family run atmosphere and culture. Now under the leadership of the third generation, the company looks forward to continuing to grow and improve its level of quality construction services.
Company Timeline
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1978
Hoosick Valley Contractors was started by father and son team Donald and Robert Van Wie in Cohoes, NY. During the early years the company specialized in small site work and concrete work. -
1984
In 1984 the company moves from Cohoes to Valley Falls. The company also begins working as a general contractor on select projects. -
1990's
Due to changes in EPA regulations during the 1990’s, the company experiences growth by expanding into the fuel tank removal and installation business. -
1996
Robert Van Wie becomes company President after Donald passes away following a long battle with cancer. The company moves from Valley Falls to their current location in Melrose, located about ten minutes outside of Troy. -
1997
Robert’s daughter Stefanie begins working with the company. -
2000
The company continues to expand in the general contracting arena under the leadership of Emilio Genzano, the first non-family member to lead the company. -
2014
Stefanie Wiley becomes company President and majority shareholder following Robert's retirement. Hoosick Valley Contractors becomes a New York State certified Woman-owned Business Enterprise (WBE). Under the leadership of the third generation, the company continues to expand and enhance their level of construction services.