How to Share Construction Opportunities with Students – and Why You Should
I grew up in a small town with little education about career opportunities outside of the typical mold of a four-year degree. Back in 2019, I drove through my hometown and stopped at a fast-food restaurant to find that three of my high school classmates worked there — 14 years post-high school graduation. It made…
Business is Always Personal
“This is just business. It’s not personal.” I remember the first time I heard those words. It is a story I have told repeatedly over the years. It was in the early 1990s and I was a young manager dealing with a difficult situation on a project. Making the situation more difficult was one specific…
2021 GroundBreaker: Marcus Rabun, Myers & Chapman
GroundBreak Carolinas is honored to spotlight Marcus Rabun, a member of the exclusive group of 2021 GroundBreakers — five individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the construction community in the Carolinas. Rabun is Chief Executive Officer of Charlotte-headquartered Myers & Chapman, a full-service commercial construction company, and Founder of…
How to Successfully Delegate at Work
To delegate or not to delegate? That is the question. Delegation is something that’s a struggle for many. The two biggest obstacles to delegation and causes of micromanagement are CONTROL and TRUST. The person delegating wants to control what’s done, when it’s done and how it’s done. In that case, it shouldn’t be delegated because…
2021 GroundBreaker: Sam Young, Young & McQueen
GroundBreak Carolinas is honored to spotlight Sam Young, a member of the exclusive group of 2021 GroundBreakers — five individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the construction community in the Carolinas. Young is Owner and President/CEO of Young & McQueen Grading Company, Inc., based in Burnsville, North Carolina. A native…
Davis & Floyd Puts New Focus on Structural Engineering Offerings
Todd Warren, PE, brings 17 years of engineering expertise to Davis & Floyd, a leading South Carolina-based, multidisciplinary engineering firm known for working collaboratively with its clients to design and build innovative projects that improve communities. Warren serves as Vice President, based out of the Columbia office, leading the Structural Engineering Group. During his time…
Thomas & Hutton Celebrates 75 Years of Business
August 2021 officially marks Thomas & Hutton’s 75th year in business. Thomas & Hutton is a privately-held professional services company providing engineering, planning, landscape architecture, surveying, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and consulting services to public and private clients. Thomas & Hutton is in nine regions, including five locations in the Carolinas. “Thomas & Hutton’s success is…
How Contractors are Using Drones
Over the past few years, there has been no shortage of articles and news stories about drones and their commercial applications. Drones are being leveraged by a wide range of industries for better communication, improved quality control, reduced risk, and a healthier bottom line. So how are contractors taking advantage of this tool? Here are…
It’s Official! NAWIC Wilmington Cape Fear Chapter #390
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Wilmington Cape Fear Chapter #390 was officially installed on July 24, 2021. The Chapter is made up of more than 40 members comprising women builders in the trades, project management, marketing, administration, executive leadership, and many other facets of the construction industry. “The members of NAWIC Wilmington-Cape…
Taking Chances and Embracing Change, Matt Stephenson Charts His Own Course
A third-generation builder, North Carolina native Matt Stephenson knew from a young age that he would continue the family tradition and build his career in construction. What he could not have predicted, however, is that he would develop a reputation as one of Charlotte’s most adaptable and diversified builders, meeting the evolving needs of his…
