Delivering Speed, Accuracy + Peace of Mind

For project managers delivering data centers, speed to market is critical. Every delay drives up costs and pushes back operational readiness. Frames are installed early in the construction process and set the foundation for walls and openings, while doors are often one of the final elements to go in. Both demand accuracy and foresight, especially when integrated with security hardware that impacts everything from compliance to access control. That’s why Walsh takes a different approach to mission critical projects, bringing precision and responsiveness to every stage.

Project Overview

This Confidential Data Center project was Walsh’s largest undertaking in their 160+ year history, consisting of over 1,000 oversized, steel-reinforced doors across nearly 3 million square feet. These massive 8' x 10’ openings featured doors with integrated electrified hardware. With an aggressive schedule and limited margin for error, Walsh’s ability to mobilize quickly and coordinate precisely was essential. To meet these demands, they provided pre-installation services, painting and assembly before delivering fully prepped openings to the jobsite.

Challenges

Data centers demand speed, precision and seamless coordination. With thousands of tradespeople on-site and no room for error, compressed timelines make every decision more critical. Tight schedules magnify the impact of shop drawing conflicts, shifting submittals and sequencing constraints. Though doors and hardware represent a small fraction of the project scope, they carry an outsized influence on progress. Delays can ripple across the jobsite and stall critical work.

Additionally, Walsh-supplied doors play a vital role in securing critical infrastructure, supporting owners in meeting turnover deadlines while ensuring long-term protection of essential systems.

Walsh’s Approach

Walsh addressed these challenges with a design-assist mindset, collaborating early to resolve conflicts and deliver proposals, submittals and installations right the first time. Their 200,000-square-foot facility in Central Iowa and streamlined processes allowed rapid response to project needs, efficient material logistics and reduced exposure to cost escalations. Hardware was pre-installed, tested and labeled by opening, eliminating jobsite confusion and drastically cutting field time and jobsite waste. Combined with pre-assembly, painting and pre-installation services, openings arrived ready to integrate seamlessly, keeping the project on schedule.

Value Delivered

Speed and Precision
‍From bid to installation, Walsh provided rapid responses, accurate corrections and reliable delivery
Operational Efficiency
‍Pre-assembly, pre-painting and labeling minimized jobsite handling and field time
Holistic View
‍By coordinating frames early and managing hardware integration, Walsh minimized downstream conflicts
Risk Mitigation
‍In-house capacity, a strong balance sheet and bonded capability up to $20M gave project managers confidence in execution
Commitment to Safety
‍Walsh’s 2026 EMR of 0.77 reflects a strong safety record, reinforced by monthly meetings, employee incentives and a culture of accountability
Turnkey Service
‍Walsh managed everything from pre-installation and painting to onsite installation with 16–20 highly trained installers

Proven Track Record

Walsh has a proven track record of stepping in on high-stakes projects and delivering everything right the first time. Time and again, they’ve exceeded expectations. In Kentucky, they machined, pre-installed and shipped 100 temporary doors in just one week when another supplier fell short. In Georgia, after a string of underperforming projects, the general contractor finally experienced the responsiveness and reliability they had been seeking when they brought Walsh onto the job. These examples reflect Walsh’s standard approach–not exceptions. Their team consistently delivers under pressure.

Conclusion

For project managers overseeing mission-critical facilities, Walsh is more than a supplier–they’re a trusted partner. With meticulous planning, rapid execution and a commitment to getting it right the first time, Walsh ensures data centers open on time, stay on budget and operate flawlessly from day one–delivering speed, precision and true peace of mind.