Member Announcements
Jet Industries EarthWISE Re-Certified
Jet Industries, Inc. has announced they they have become EarthWISE re-certified. In their commitment to protect Marion County’s environment, Jet formed an employee green team to reduce waste, recycle, and conserve energy. Jet promotes the use of healthy, efficient, and sustainable practices in the planning, design, construction, renovation/remodeling, operation, and maintenance of homes, commercial buildings, developments, and communities.
For more information on the EarthWISE program, visit www.mcearthwise.net.
Snyder Roofing of Oregon Names New Manager
Snyder Roofing of Oregon LLC has hired Doug Shapiro as Manager. Formerly Vice President of Construction with Hoyt Street Properties, Shapiro brings with him over 30 years of experience in the construction industry.
“We are very pleased to have such a well respected and qualified individual come to work for us,” says Dan Koffel, President of Snyder Roofing of Oregon LLC. “Doug is a great addition to our team.”
Shapiro, who is a registered architect and LEED Accredited Professional, will be responsible for the development of new service accounts and strengthening relationships with existing clients. “We are making some dramatic changes within our roof repairs and maintenance division. I am really looking forward to being a part of this unprecedented transformation,” says Shapiro.
Snyder Roofing has been at the forefront of the commercial, industrial and institutional roofing business in the Pacific Northwest, since 1922. Their commitment to excellence, dedication to high technology solutions, and reputation for reliability and success have set them apart as a leader in the roofing industry. To find out more about Snyder Roofing, visit www.snyderroofing.com or call 503-620-5252.
Thirteenth Annual Schweiger Memorial Scholarship Winners Selected
The Schweiger Memorial Scholarship Fund and Advanced American Construction, (AAC) of Portland have selected 13 students to receive $37,000 in scholarships for the 2012-2013 school year. To date, the Fund has awarded 157 scholarships, ranging from $5,000 to $1,000, and totaling $385,000. From a field of 42 applicants, the Selection Committee chose those that best demonstrated academic and extra-curricular excellence in the pursuit of careers in construction and construction-related fields. In his application, one of this year’s top scholarship recipients and second year winner, Jason Powell said, “Receiving the Schweiger Memorial Scholarship and the community of generous donors that come along with it, is invaluable to my education and future career in the construction industry.”
The following scholarship awardees will be honored at the Thirteenth Annual Schweiger Memorial Scholarship Awards Dinner and Silent Auction to be held Friday, April 20, 2012, at The Governor Hotel in Portland, Oregon:
- Jason Powell of Corvallis, Oregon is a junior at Oregon State University, pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering Management. Scholarship award: $5,000
- Jordan Hamilton of Redmond, Oregon is a senior at Redmond High School, who will be pursuing a degree in either Mechanical or Structural Engineering Management. Scholarship award: $5,000, sponsored by Oregon Iron Works.
- Christopher Duty of Molalla, Oregon is a sophomore at Oregon State University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. Scholarship award: $3,000
- Tyler Ross of Eugene, Oregon is a junior at Oregon State University, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering Management. Scholarship award: $3,000
- Juliana Porter of Tualatin, Oregon is a senior at Tualatin High School. She plans to pursue a career in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering Management. Scholarship award: $3,000
- Marina Howard of Lake Oswego, Oregon is a junior at Santa Clara University in the School of Engineering. Scholarship award: $3,000
- W. T. Sermeus III of Lanesboro, Minnesota is a junior at Oregon State University pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering Management. Scholarship award: $3,000
- Alex Funk of Salem, Oregon is a senior at Sprague High School and will be pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering at Oregon State University. Scholarship award: $2,000
- Ryann Nolan of Yamhill, Oregon is a junior at Linfield College pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance and Economics. Scholarship award: $2,000
- Tasha Petermann of Kennewick, Washington is a senior at Kamiakin High School. She will be pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering at Montana State University. Scholarship award: $2,000
- Devin Wyckoff of Buxton, Oregon is a senior at Banks High School who plans to attend Oregon State University studying Engineering. Scholarship award: $2,000
- Nolan Friesen of Tigard, Oregon is a senior at Tigard High School and will be attending Oregon State University in the fall majoring in Construction Engineering Management. Scholarship award: $2,000
- Alec Scourey of Pullman, Washington is a junior at Washington State University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. Scholarship award: $2,000
“I am always amazed at the quality of the students that apply. While it’s rewarding to review the accomplishments of these future members of the construction industry, the task of selecting the scholarship recipients from the great applications we receive gets harder every year!” says Dee Burch, president of Advanced American Construction.
Originally, the scholarship fund was formed in honor of Forrest L. Schweiger, who lost his life at the age of 26 in a construction-related accident. Forrest was an employee of Advanced American Diving Service, Inc. (AADS) and son of AADS co-founder, Konrad L. Schweiger. The fund now commemorates the lives of both Forrest and his father, Konrad, who passed away unexpectedly in April 2002. The success and continuation of the Schweiger Memorial Scholarship Fund is made possible with the generous financial contributions received from the customers, vendors, employees, and friends of Advanced American Construction, Inc.
Oregon Iron Works, Inc. (OIW) has been a big contributor to the fund over the years. This year, Oregon Iron is sponsoring Jordan Hamilton of Redmond, Oregon who will be attending Oregon State University studying engineering. “We are glad to be a part of this great program honoring the great representatives of the construction industry, past and present,” says Corey Yraguen, OIW president. The Oregon-Columbia Chapter of AGC is another significant contributor through the AGC Foundation.
This year’s selection committee for the Schweiger Memorial Scholarship Fund recipients included Hal Pritchett, professor emeritus at Oregon State University; Jan Strombeck, retired, formerly with Oregon State University; Dave Buelow, retired, formerly with Wells Fargo Insurance Services; Mike McNulty of West Coast Bank; John Weisner of Coral Construction Company; Sue Clark of CNA Surety; Corey Yraguen of Oregon Iron Works; Scott Williams of Hamilton Construction; Cindy Schweiger; and Dee Burch, Mike and Holly Johns, Jeff Harper, Tim Nelson, Grayson Hart, Sam Barchus, Kainan Bodenlos, Kyle Izatt, and Jake Duyck of Advanced American Construction, Inc.
Specializing in heavy civil/marine and industrial construction since 1983, Advanced American Construction is a recognized leader in marine construction throughout the western United States. Oregon’s Lake Oswego Interceptor Sewer project was named the most significant construction project of 2010 by the Associated General Contractors of America. Advanced American Construction was the grand award winner.
For pictures and additional information on the Schweiger Memorial Scholarship Fund, please visit www.CallAAC.com. For award dinner tickets and donations, please contact Advanced American Construction, Inc., 503-445-9000.
Lewallen Joins Lewis
Lease Crutcher Lewis (Lewis) announces the addition of Stacy Lewallen as controller.
A member of Lewis’ core management team in Portland, Lewallen manages the accounting department and performs financial analysis for the Oregon operation.
Lewallen joins the company with seventeen years’ experience in construction finance and administration. She is a member of the board of directors for the AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter and president-elect of the Portland chapter of the Construction Financial Management Association.
Lewis has been a Northwest general contractor since 1886 and has offices in Portland and Seattle. The firm provides preconstruction, construction management, general contracting and design-build services for clients in education, commercial office, healthcare, mixed-use and industrial markets.
Ranked by Sustainable Industries as the leading builder of LEED projects in the Northwest and one of the 100 Best Green Companies by Oregon Business Magazine, Lewis is focused on meeting the sustainable goals of its clients while minimizing the environmental impact of construction.
Current projects include a new elephant exhibit at the Oregon Zoo, an integrative science complex at University of Oregon, an armory and community center for the Oregon National Guard and the renovation of the historic Galleria Building in downtown Portland.
For more visit lewisbuilds.com.
Oregon Business Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon
Oregon Business Magazine’s annual ranking of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon was recently released, and AGC is pleased to note that chapter members are once again on the list! More than 14,000 employees participated this year, and Oregon Business research editor Brandon Sawyer and DHM Research calculated the rankings based on employee surveys and a benefits report from each company. Congratulations!
Small Companies—14–34 Oregon Employees
#9: Barran Liebman, LLP
#17: McKenzie Commercial Contractors
Large Companies—100 or More Oregon Employees
#2: Walsh Construction Co.
#9: McKinstry
#11: R&H Construction
#13: Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
#18: Olsson Industrial Electric
#20: Rosendin Electric
#22: Andersen Construction Co.
Medium Companies—35–99 Oregon Employees
#13: TraneOregon
#16: Jordan Ramis PC
#18: Fortis Construction
#22: Stacy & Witbeck
#24: Emerick Construction Co.
#26: Sussman Shank LLP
#28: KPD Insurance
#29: Turner Construction Co.
General Tree Service Offers Tree Preservation Grant Program
GTS has announced the continuation of its Tree Preservation Grant Program for 2012. The program was established 11 years ago as an extension of the voluntary tree preservation work that the company has been doing for many years.
The grant covers necessary pruning, fertilizing, and plant health care that the selected tree will require for a period of one year, and is available to local governments, organizations, and deserving individuals. It will help those entities who may be unable to maintain their valuable or irreplaceable trees and promote quality care, preserving the long-term health of trees.
Applications for the 2012 grant are available now. Organizations or individuals from metropolitan Portland/Vancouver are eligible. The grant will be awarded during either Oregon’s or Washington’s Arbor Day commemoration in early April.
Contact John Landon, 503-656-2656 x 415 or j.landon@generaltree.com for a grant application or more information.
Construction Crime Prevention Awards Honor Law Enforcement Officers [and AGC member Wildish Construction]
Daily Journal of Commerce, Thursday, February 16, 2012
Construction industry professionals gathered at Multnomah Athletic Club on Wednesday to pay tribute to individuals and companies that help keep jobsites safe from vandalism and theft.
The Construction Industry Crime Prevention Program created the awards as a way to thank local law enforcement agencies and officers that go beyond the norm to help construction companies and project owners in the Pacific Northwest prevent and remedy workplace crime.
2011 Hammurabi Awards
The Masonry and Ceramic Tile Institute of Oregon recently celebrated its 21st Hammurabi Awards Program. The purpose of the program is to showcase masonry projects that use innovative and unique architectural designs. The goal is to recognize those designers and contractors who strive for excellence in the use of masonry.
Congratulations to the following AGC chapter members were recognized at the Hammurabi Awards Ceremony held on February 9:
Keizer City Hall and Police Facility
Keizer, Oregon
General contractor: Emerick Construction
Oregon State Hospital Kirkbride Building
Salem, Oregon
Mason Contractors: Pioneer Waterproofing Co., and Davidson’s Masonry, Inc.
Ramona Apartments
Portland, Oregon
General Contractor: Walsh Construction Co.
Verne A. Duncan Elementary School
Happy Valley, Oregon
General Contractor: Triplett Wellman
Mason Contractor: Davidson’s Masonry, Inc.
Parr Lumber, Longtime Habitat for Humanity Partners, Helps Build Neighborhood
- L-R: Shawn Altree, Brian Kegg, Tim Jeffries, Rob Barrett, David HAss, Doug Wirges, Robert Wakeman, and Jim Boyer of Parr Lumber.
February 1, 2012
For 27 years Parr Lumber, a leading Northwest building materials retailer, has partnered with Habitat for Humanity to help hundreds of Northwest families build their homes. On Friday, January 27, 2012, more than 70 employees from Parr Lumber, Weyerhaeuser, and Walsh Construction gathered to continue building on this tradition as they helped construct the Victoria Cottages, a Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East development in Gresham.
Parr Lumber managers and employees spent the day installing backyard fences and exterior doors and finishing work on trestles. A community of attached townhomes, upon completion Victoria Cottages will be home to eight local, hardworking families.
“It’s a powerful feeling working alongside your colleagues for the betterment of the community and deserving families,” said Jim Boyer, Parr Lumber regional operations manager and board member for Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East. “As a building supply company and a family-owned business, Parr Lumber has deep roots with Habitat for Humanity in the Portland-metro area; builds are always a great time.”
Nine future homeowners also worked alongside Parr Lumber employees; during lunch one future homeowner shared his story with volunteers.
In September 2011 a Habitat for Humanity fleet truck was stolen from the Victoria Cottages construction site; Parr Lumber stepped in and donated one of its trucks.
About The Parr Company
The Parr Company consists of six distinct companies that provide building solutions and services: Parr Lumber Company, Parr Cabinet Outlet, Cascade Wholesale Hardware, NSC, NSCi, and Parr Marketing Group.
Established in the Pacific Northwest in 1930 by Dwight Parr, Sr., The Parr Company remains a locally owned family business. Nancy Cranston, Michael Parr, and Brad Farmer, grandchildren of the founder, play active roles in The Parr Company and continue the proud family ownership. Headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, Parr is the 17th largest building material supplier in the nation. Parr operates 38 facilities in Oregon, Washington, and Arizona, including pro/retail building materials yards, contractor-focused facilities, and cabinet outlets.
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