Jumanne Smith Named Vice President, Director of Field Operations for Gilbane Building Company

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Gilbane Building Company has promoted Jumanne Smith to director of field operations. Smith brings more than three decades of construction experience to this role. In this strategic master builder position, Smith will be responsible for implementing and overseeing strategies to enhance field efficiency, safety, quality and productivity. “In my 10 years with Gilbane, I’ve been proud to build iconic projects, including multiple historic renovations on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. and M&T Bank Stadium, home of the Baltimore Ravens,” said Smith. “I’ve also supported our deep bench of construction talent as a mentor to Gilbane’s superintendent peer group. I’m … Read more

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Paul Levin Promoted to Senior VP of Health, Safety & Environment at Sundt Construction

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Paul Levin has been promoted to senior vice president of health, safety & environment at Sundt Construction. Levin, a 36-year construction industry veteran, has spent 29 years with Sundt, where he’s been instrumental in advancing the company’s safety program, while advocating for a new approach to safety throughout the construction industry. Throughout his tenure at Sundt, Levin has played a key role in earning the company 11 National AGC Safety Awards, including the CSE Grand Award twice. His work in safety excellence also garnered Sundt the American Society of Concrete Contractors W. Burr Bennett for Safety Excellence award on two … Read more

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Veteran Association Executive John Mielke Joins ABC as Senior Director of Apprenticeship

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Associated Builders and Contractors has named John Mielke as senior director of apprenticeship. The former ABC Wisconsin chapter president will provide strategic direction, transformational leadership and innovative education solutions to ABC’s 67 chapters and 23,000 members and their apprenticeship trusts nationwide. In this key role, Mielke will lead education programs that develop construction’s next generation of craft professionals, including government-registered apprenticeship programs with Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 compliance requirements and flexible, competency-based and market-driven education methodologies. He will also defend the principles of merit shop construction before regulatory and legislative bodies and represent ABC before the media, … Read more

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Celebrating Hispanic Superintendents in Construction

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Power of diversity and impact of inclusive leadership By: Greg Peele Hispanic workers play an increasingly prominent role in the American construction landscape, bringing new commitment, energy and talent to our industry. One marker of this growth is that since the 1990s, the percentage of Hispanic workers has grown to nearly 30% of the construction workforce, up from just 10% in 1990, according to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics. In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Skanska is showcasing three of its Hispanic superintendents — Cuauhtemoc Solorzano, Julio Tatis and Salomon Vazquez-Meza — who share their journeys in the … Read more

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Skender Announces Senior Superintendent Promotions

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Skender has promoted Al McReynolds and Caleb Streitmatter to senior roles within the organization, enabling the firm to continue delivering premier construction service to clients and partners in both Indiana and Illinois. An integral member of the Skender team since 2015, McReynolds was promoted to senior superintendent and team leader in Chicago, Illinois. He shows exceptional dedication not only to his projects, but also to his teammates, providing guidance and support at every turn. Skender clients love working with McReynolds, noting his professionalism and the genuine care he shows in every interaction. His ability to build strong, positive relationships is … Read more

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