MEET THE TEAM

  • BILLY WARD, PARTNER

    Billy Ward is the founder and president of Champion Builders, LLC and a partner in Champion Coastal Builders, LLC in Grand Isle, LA. Billy is passionate about providing his customers with impeccable service and quality in each home and project he builds. He also is committed to improving industry standards to ensure all home buyers receive the highest quality product. Billy began his career in the early 1980’s, when he became a first-class carpenter and started building homes. He built his business from the ground up to now being among the top-rated firms in the Louisiana Residential Building Industry with his most recent focus on Grand Isle, Louisiana.

    His knowledge of the building industry has led him to be an expert witness on residential construction issues in Louisiana and across the nation. He has been awarded the Louisiana Home Builders Association “Builder of Year” top prize and was recently inducted into the Capital Region Builders Association Hall of Fame and the Louisiana Homebuilders Hall of Fame.

    Billy also participates in community activities through his church, St John the Baptist Catholic Church. He is an avid sportsman and loves spending time on the Grand Isle coast with his family.

  • CHRIS WARD, COO

    Chris is a highly skilled and experienced contractor with a passion for turning construction and renovation projects into works of art. With 25 years of hands-on experience in the construction industry, he has successfully managed and completed a wide range of residential and commercial projects, from small remodels to large-scale industrial construction.

    Known for his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results, Chris has a proven track record of exceeding client expectations. He takes pride in collaborating closely with clients to understand their vision and needs, ensuring that every project is tailored to meet and even surpass their goals on their dream home or camp in Grand Isle, LA.

    As a licensed and certified contractor and master electrician, Chris brings expertise in all aspects of construction, including project planning, budget management, and on-site supervision. He is also dedicated to staying updated on the latest industry trends, materials, and technologies to offer cutting-edge solutions to clients.

    When not on a construction site, Chris enjoys traveling, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family which further fuels his passion for creating exceptional spaces on the Grand Isle Louisiana coast. He is committed to delivering excellence in every project and making the vision of clients come to life.

MEMBERSHIP AND AWARDS:

  • National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) 

  • Louisiana Home Builders Association of Home Builders (LHBA)

  • NAHB Certified Graduate Builder

  • NAHB Certified Green Professional

  • NAHB Life Director 

  • Past Vice Chair of NAHB’s Construction Codes and Standards, Research and Technology Committee

  • NAHB’s Single Family Builders Committee Chair Member of the Building Codes Committee. 

  • Worked with FEMA officials on the re-write of their Coastal Construction manual

  • International Code Council’s (ICC) 2015 and 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) Committee 

  • ICC IEBC (2021, 2024) 

  • Vice chair of the West Baton Rouge Parish Land Plan 2020 Committee

  • Chairman of the West Baton Rouge Parish Building Code Board of Appeals.

  • Residential Committee of Louisiana State Licensing Board of Contractors

  • State director of Construction Dispute Resolution Services.

  • Member of the Building Codes Committee. 

  • Worked with FEMA officials on the re-write of their Coastal Construction manual

  • International Code Council’s (ICC) 2015 and 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) Committee 

  • ICC IEBC (2021, 2024) 

  • Vice chair of the West Baton Rouge Parish Land Plan 2020 Committee

  • Chairman of the West Baton Rouge Parish Building Code Board of Appeals.

  • Residential Committee of Louisiana State Licensing Board of Contractors

  • State director of Construction Dispute Resolution Services.

CLIENT REVIEWS

  • G Blanchard

    Champion Builders just finished an entire house renovation at my home. My wife and I are EXTREMELY pleased with the work that was done. Our project was a huge project, and Chris kept in constant contact with us, kept us on budget, did it in a time frame that he told me it would take. They have the highest recommendation I could possibly give and would gladly speak with anyone that has questions about our project or Champion Builders.

  • J Nowak

    Great builder and high quality. Very satisfied with my new camp

  • C Breaux

    We picked Champion Builders for our new home in Brusly. They were like family, keeping us updated with everything. Every question we had, they answered with real expertise, and they stuck to our budget. The house is built solid as an oak, finished on time, and we’re happy to be settled in!

  • M Lirette

    Building my little place in Grand Isle with Champion Builders was a joy. They wrapped it up right on schedule, and the craftsmanship—especially the porch—is downright gorgeous. I never had to worry about the project’s progress; they kept me posted. I’m so happy in my cozy home away from home!