'Ten Toes Down': Excel Construction's $15,000 Annual Donation
By Jordan LeGras
November 4, 2024
Excel Construction of Florida has, once again, stood ten toes down on its commitment to uphold its company mission—“Stand for What Counts”—and give back to its community, announcing the launch of applications for its annual nonprofit grant earlier in June. Now in its second year,...
How a Consultant Can Help Transform Your Construction Company Into an Industry Leader
By Chad Prinkey
October 16, 2024
The U.S. construction industry today is operating in a difficult-to-navigate environment. Though 2025 will likely usher in more rate cuts, financing for construction projects remains tight, and the costs of essential building materials continue to run high. Worker shortages and s...
Circuit Training: Wesco's Electrical Trades Scholarship Program
By Jordan LeGras
September 27, 2024
As the largest electrical distributor in the U.S., Wesco is no stranger to meeting the needs of the construction industry—and that includes prioritizing workforce development. Earlier this year, the FORTUNE 500® company announced the launch of its $200,000 Wesco Cares scholarship...
New Names and Faces: September 2024
By Construction Executive
September 27, 2024
BRADLEY PARTNER JOHN SPANGLER ELECTED FELLOW OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CONSTRUCTION LAWYERS
On Sept. 12, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP announced that partner John I. Spangler III has been elected a Fellow of the American College of Construction Lawyers. He will be among the...
How Safety Culture Can Cause a Ripple Effect From Construction Company to Broader Community
By Eder Garcia
September 12, 2024
At its essence, a safety culture becomes ingrained in an organization's ethos, shaping its values, practices and daily operations. It reflects a collective dedication to prioritizing the health, safety and wellbeing of every individual associated with the company.
A robust safet...
Construction Executive Named 2024 Folio Award Finalist
By Construction Executive
September 10, 2024
Construction Executive magazine is excited to announce it was named a finalist for the 2024 Folio: Eddie and Ozzie Awards, in both the Eddie and Ozzie categories:
Eddie: Single Issue, November 2023
Ozzie: Website Redesign
For print, digital, news, blogs, podcasts and other med...
New Names and Faces: July-August 2024
By Construction Executive
August 28, 2024
JAMALH GREENE NAMED REGIONAL SUPPLIER DIVERSITY MANAGER OF SKANSKA NORTH CAROLINA AND VIRGINIA OPERATIONS
On June 25, Skanska announced the appointment of Jamalh Greene as regional supplier diversity manager of its North Carolina and Virginia building operations. Greene’s appoin...
Net Gains: Southwest Industrial Electric's Charity Basketball Tournament
By Maggie Murphy
July 30, 2024
The gym at Henry E. Huntington Middle School in San Marino, California, buzzed with energy on Friday, May 17, as players and fans gathered for Southwest Industrial Electric’s charity basketball tournament. Now in its second year, the event is quickly becoming a hot ticket for con...
New Names and Faces: May-June 2024
By Construction Executive
June 25, 2024
Ruppert Promotes Melanie Anderson to Director of Talent Acquisition
In May, Ruppert Landscape announced the promotion of Melanie Anderson to Director of Talent Acquisition. In her new role, she will spearhead talent acquisition strategies for both the landscape construction and ...
Diverse Supply Chains Drive Innovation and Inclusion
By Rosalyn Asher
June 12, 2024
In today's economy, the strength of a business is often measured by its adaptability and innovative capacity. Central to these qualities is the diversity of its supply chain. Cultivating a diverse array of suppliers not only enriches a company's operations but also fosters inclus...
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