About AWP
Area Wide Protective (AWP) is America’s Traffic Control Leader
Our commitment to traffic safety directly reflects our mission, which is to protect your people, your business, and your time. We deliver comprehensive traffic management services in support of infrastructure projects, construction, and utility work that improve roadways and communities across the country. We specialize in supplying the manpower to guide traffic safety around work zones. We also provide consultation and traffic design services, as well as traffic control equipment.
We Are Committed to Safety.
As a company, and as a team, AWP is dedicated to safety in everything we do.
Our Mission is Protection
Protect
Your People
At AWP, safety is our primary focus. We provide the most comprehensive training and certification of traffic safety personnel in the industry. Your people will be protected by:
Safe Teams
We are safety-minded and professional.
Safe Work Zones
We make sure your employees have fewer accidents and injuries.
Safe Equipment
Our traffic safety equipment exceeds regulations.
Protect
Your Business
With AWP, your business is secure. You will benefit from:
Less Risk
We lower your costs and your risk with services covered by industry-leading insurance.
More Reach
Our large footprint helps you simplify outsourcing with one provider.
Better Reputation
Our reputation as a national traffic control leader can enhance your customer relationships.
Protect
Your Time
AWP understands your time is your money. We strive to work as efficiently as possible:
Reliable Processes
Enjoy accurate invoicing and 24/7 access to your up-to-date project information through our use of tablet technology.
Reliable Performance
Experienced project managers ensure your jobs run smoothly.
Reliable Partner
We are honest, transparent, and available 24/7/365.
Customer Testimonials
“They are a top-notch outfit, and their biggest concern was our employees safety. They showed up timely and made sure the site was secure before allowing our employees in the road. Considering the work area is S. Saunders St and I-40 this was not an easy task. I can highly recommend AWP & will not hesitate to use them again.”
– Ricardo Hernandez
Site Supervisor, City of Raleigh
AWP Leadership
Ron Childress
CEO and Executive Chairman
Ron is focused on expanding AWP’s leadership in traffic control and safety management to electric and gas utilities as well as telecommunications and infrastructure customers while diversifying the company’s geographic and service mix.
Jarrod Wachter
Chief Operating Officer
Jarrod has direct oversight and responsibility for delivering safe, efficient and reliable traffic control solutions for a diverse customer base across the United States and Canada.
Kevin Ward
Chief Financial Officer
Kevin is responsible for driving profitable growth at the company, and overseas all financial activities of AWP, including business planning and management, budgeting, forecasting and negotiations.
Michael Shearer
Chief Human Resource Officer
Michael leads the company’s human resources organization and is responsible for all aspects of human resource strategy, including talent, leadership development, pay and benefits.
Phil Halsch
Chief Revenue Officer
Phil is charged with driving AWP’s organic growth by leading the company’s sales and marketing activities with focused market strategy, customer engagement, sales penetration and brand enhancement.
Robert Sehnert
Chief Integration Officer
Rob leads AWP’s internal acquisition process including strategic planning, locating targets, building relationships with business owners, deal modeling, negotiating deal terms and diligence.
Josh Martin
Vice President, Technology
Josh directs all aspects of information technology, infrastructure, system and software initiatives with overall responsibility for delivering enabling technologies to serve our employees and customers.
Matthew Hunt
Chief Legal Officer
Matthew leads the company’s legal organization and is responsible for legal strategy, services and compliance.