Although the past few years have been crushing for many enterprises working in and around the construction industry, some firms have managed to stand tall by reinventing and reinvigorating themselves, even as the recession continued to bear down on sector after sector. Now that the bad economic times are lifting, ENR Midwest offers you an overview of those companies that have taken deliberate steps to position themselves for even greater growth and recognition in 2011. From a contractor that found a fresh image by building new headquarters to a supplier that is bringing to market a healthy alternative to plastic wall guards, here are six firms in the Midwest region worth watching this year.