Detroit’s Michigan Central Station Rehab Named Best Construction Project of 2025

The rehabilitation of Detroit’s Michigan Central Station was the most outstanding construction projects of 2025, the Associated General Contractors of America announced. As a result, the project’s contractor, Christman | Brinker Corktown Transformational Joint Venture, received the overall top prize in the Baldwin Group Build America Awards. The joint venture also won a Build America Award for the best construction management renovation project valued over $126 million. The Christman/Brinker joint venture restored one of Detroit’s most iconic landmarks after more than 30 years of abandonment. Originally opened in 1913, the 640,000-square-foot Beaux-Arts station had suffered severe structural damage, water infiltration and extensive deterioration. Over 76 months, the team stabilized, restored and modernized the building while … Read more

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The Christman Company adds Leaf as Senior Superintendent

Paul Leaf has joined The Christman Company as a senior superintendent at the construction management and real estate development firm’s office in Knoxville, Tennessee. Leaf is focused on the new corporate headquarters and manufacturing operations for Smith & Wesson in Maryville, Tennessee. He is a certified firefighter and holds numerous construction technical certifications. His experience includes managing contractors, emergency management, project estimation and inspection. He previously served as senior superintendent for Coastal Construction Group, overseeing multi-family high-rise projects in Tampa and Miami, Florida.  

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