US contractor wins a John Deere excavator in ‘Building America’ contest

Neil Gerrard Senior Editor, Construction Briefing

09 September 2026

Rector Excavating co-owner Patrick Rector (Image courtesy of John Deere) Rector Excavating co-owner Patrick Rector (Image courtesy of John Deere)

Rector Excavating of Kentucky will receive a new generation John Deere mid-size P-Tier excavator, after winning the manufacturer’s ‘Building America’ excavator contest.

The nationwide competition saw Rector selected after a public vote involving three finalists.

The competition, in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, aimed to celebrate construction businesses whose work supports communities across the United States.

Rector Excavating will use its new machine for its work on water, storm sewer, site development,…

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