Core & Main shares their story of why they joined WCDA, what role it has played in their success, and the evolution of collaborative delivery over the past 20 years and into the future.
Core & Main chose to join WCDA because it represents a leading and respected voice within the water industry while preserving an authentic, close knit culture. WCDA is an organization where titles and logos take a backseat, and members unite around a shared commitment to delivering better projects through genuine collaboration. This spirit is evident at every level—from leadership to membership—and the organization’s influence is shaped by those who actively engage, contribute, and work together to advance the industry. At Core & Main, we hold ourselves to the same standard, showing up with humility, accountability, and a steadfast commitment to doing what is right for both the overall project and the industry as a whole.
WCDA has played a meaningful role in strengthening Core & Main’s success in the collaborative delivery market. Through its focus on education, shared resources, and industry connectivity, WCDA has enabled earlier alignment in the project life cycle, supported more informed procurement decisions, and helped us deliver greater value to water and wastewater projects across the country.
Over the past two decades, collaborative delivery has evolved from an alternative approach into a widely accepted and increasingly preferred strategy for delivering infrastructure projects—and that evolution continues. The industry has seen greater trust among stakeholders, clearer role definition, and a stronger emphasis on early engagement and shared risk. WCDA has played a critical role in this progress by providing education, establishing standards, and fostering a forum for continuous improvement. It has been an honor to partner with WCDA from its early beginnings through its evolution into the organization it is today, playing a meaningful role in shaping and advancing the collaborative delivery model.
What excites us most about the future of collaborative delivery in the water sector is the growing recognition that the most successful projects are built on trust, early alignment, and a shared sense of purpose—principles we strongly support. As water and wastewater projects become increasingly complex, the need for true collaboration across all stakeholders has never been greater. WCDA plays a vital role in bringing the industry together by fostering education, open dialogue, and continuous learning. We see WCDA continuing to lead by empowering its members, strengthening relationships, and ensuring collaborative delivery remains people‑driven, practical, and outcome‑focused. Within WCDA, Core & Main is committed to being an active and engaged partner, supporting education and industry advocacy, sharing lessons learned, and helping expand the impact of collaborative delivery across the country.