JE Dunn Construction Adds New Superintendents

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ATLANTA, Ga. — JE Dunn Construction brings on two construction veterans as new superintendents—Aaron Wright and Ken Cornell. Aaron Wright was brought on board as a senior superintendent. In this role, Wright provides leadership for all field-related activities on projects to which he is assigned.His construction career spans nearly three decades and includes experience with a broad array of projects from laboratories, office buildings and museums, to airports, data centers and wastewater treatment facilities. Wright has also served as foreman, area superintendent and project superintendent. Ken Cornell was recently hired as a general superintendent overseeing all field aspects on assigned … Read more

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Kraus-Anderson Hires Jim Hoff as Project Superintendent

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ROCHESTER, Minn. — The Rochester, Minnesota office of Kraus-Anderson Construction Company has hired Jim Hoff, LEED AP, as project superintendent.   With more than 34 years in the construction industry, Hoff has deep experience working with owners, architects and project teams. He has managed hundreds of notable Minnesota projects, including Fairview Northland Medical Center, Princeton; Fairview Maple Grove Clinic, Maple Grove; Shelard Plaza West, St. Louis Park; Crosstown Racquet and Health Club, Eden Prairie; Mankato State Memorial Library, Mankato; Target Field Station and Riverside Plaza, Minneapolis and First National Bank, Minnesota Children's Museum, Bethesda Hospital, John Nasseff Heart Hospital, Children's … Read more

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Craig Glenn joins Rogers-O’Brien as Houston Director of Field Operations

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  Craig Glenn has been hired as director of field operations for general contractor Rogers-O’Brien’s Houston, Texas office. Glenn is responsible for overseeing staffing, quality and safety for the company’s project sites throughout Southeast Texas. <!—more—>With 28 years of experience in the construction industry, Glenn has overseen the construction of commercial, healthcare, government and renovation projects throughout the Houston area. Some of his recent major projects include several M.D. Anderson research laboratory buildings, the Harris County Civil Justice Center, the Houston First Office Tower/Garage and the George R. Brown Convention Center expansion. Over the course of his career, Glenn has … Read more

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Anderson Named ASCC President; 2015-16 Officers Elected

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. — The American Society of Concrete Contractors, St. Louis, Missouri, has elected its president and vice presidents for 2015-2016, as well as members to oversee and serve on the board of directors for the Decorative Concrete Council, Safety and Risk Management Council and Manufacturer’s Advisory Board. Member officers were elected by industry peers from concrete construction companies across the country and world. Many of the elected officers have previously served on ASCC member boards, and all elected officers have exhibited excellent leadership qualities and share the ASCC’s commitment to advancing concrete contractors through education and networking. Scott … Read more

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Q&A with Brandon Dexter, Project Superintendent at Hoar Construction

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Fostering a culture of teamwork, safety and quality expectations By Chris Schmidt Brandon Dexter, project superintendent With Hoar Construction, ensures projects are built per plans and specifications, maintains schedules and coordinates trades onsite. His background includes 11 years in the construction industry and supervises projects such as luxury apartment buildings, medical facilities and research laboratories. Join Construction Superintendent as Dexter talks about the challenges of renovating occupied buildings, navigating weather roadblocks and his go-to tool of the trade. (Q) What drew you to a career in construction? Did you start out in the trades? My dad is a union boilermaker … Read more

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