CG Schmidt Manager Earned Top State Industry Honor
The construction industry recognition highlights the operational role of senior project managers in driving project success.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Construction
CG Schmidt senior project manager Ben Delzer was named the 2026 Senior Project Manager of the Year by The Daily Reporter. The award recognizes his work overseeing complex construction projects across Wisconsin.
Why it matters
The recognition reflects the impact of project leadership on construction delivery and client satisfaction in a competitive market. It emphasizes the strategic value of balancing technical project management with community engagement and internal initiatives.
The award honors a career spanning 27 years in the construction industry. Delzer has overseen multiple regional projects including a two-year relocation to manage the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
The players
Ben Delzer
A senior project manager at CG Schmidt with 27 years of experience in regional construction management.
CG Schmidt
A regional construction firm specializing in complex infrastructure and facility projects across the state.
The details
Delzer led the Madison Special Projects Group at CG Schmidt, navigating construction timelines and quality standards for major developments like Wisconsin River Orthopedics and Pine Valley Community Village. His approach integrates standard project oversight with broader strategic goals, including employee engagement and volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity.
Timeline
Ben Delzer was named Senior Project Manager of the Year in 2026.
Market Landscape
This award aligns with industry standards that celebrate individual leadership within construction firms as a key competitive advantage. It marks a continuation of regional efforts to highlight excellence in managing specialized facilities through institutional industry programs.
Operators can use these industry benchmarks to evaluate how project manager track records influence client acquisition and project delivery success. Firms should assess how their own internal recognition programs align with broader industry standards to support talent retention and professional development.
The takeaway
Effective project management requires a dual focus on rigorous scheduling standards and long-term community presence. Track how high-performing project managers in your portfolio integrate community service to bolster their reputation and organizational culture.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Daily Reporter - WI Construction News & Bids.
