������ teams across multiple regions are embracing the back-to-school season by supporting school supply drives in their communities.

In Rochester, ������ partnered with to collect donations for their “Operation Backpack” school supply drive.

The Southeast team partnered with to collect crayons and pencils for their “Fill That Bus” drive. In the office and across jobsites, the team collected 500 packs of both crayons and pencils to donate.

In Buffalo, the team collected donations for – a preschool that specializes in providing the proper support services for children with disabilities.

Thank you to everyone who donated and helped give back!

On Wednesday, July 29 the John Kam Building Historic Renovation project received top honor in the adaptive re-use/housing category at Buffalo’s Brick by Brick Awards.

Given annually by  magazine, the awards recognize best-in-class real estate, construction and development in Western New York.

������ served as the construction manager on the project, which transformed the historic John Kam Malt House into a residential community featuring 86 apartments and commercial spaces while preserving the building’s industrial character and many of its historic architectural features.

A second ������ project – the University at Buffalo Foster Hall Renovation – was a finalist in the collegiate category.

The Buffalo office came together to host a food drive to help local families in need.

Led by Caitlin Lattanzio and Stephanie Pennington, employees donated nonperishable food items to support Gerard Place’s food pantry. Gerard Place is a Buffalo nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals and families through supportive housing, education, outreach and food distribution programs.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the food for helping to make a positive impact in the Buffalo community!

On Friday, June 26, members of ������’s Buffalo team volunteered their time to support the (BUDC) Temporary Intersection Redesign project. The team joined other volunteers to help install temporary street improvements in Roosevelt Plaza in downtown Buffalo.

On June 17, members of ������’s Buffalo team participated in ’s annual Day of Caring. The group spent the day at the , rolling up their sleeves to lay gravel, clear tree limbs and help clean up around the property.

������ Director of DEI and Supplier Diversity, Stephanie Pennington recently participated in a panel discussion at Elevate & Connect: All Access – Resource & Networking Day, hosted by Erie County.

The discussion focused on building meaningful business relationships to support growth in the MWBE and SDVOB community. Stephanie joined industry professionals to share insights on developing strong partnerships and creating opportunities for business success.

Sierra Sadowski, an estimator in the Buffalo office, has received her Certified Associate Constructor (CAC) certification from the

The certification recognizes individuals who have four years of qualifying experience or education and who pass the CAC exam. Congratulations to Sierra on this achievement!

On May 7, ������’s Buffalo team competed in the annual Tap Takeover event hosted by the .

The team faced off against employees from to raise money for the NAWIC scholarship fund. In the end, team ������ came out on top, and the event raised more than $7,000 for scholarships.

On May 7, ������ joined in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate completion of the club terrace roof project. ������ Regional Operations Manager Chris Kulik attended the event alongside members of the project team.

������ served as general contractor on the project through its Buffalo office.

On May 5, ������ team members Stephanie Pennington, Sierra Sadowski and MacKenzie Muldowney attended the LIFT Community Connections women’s networking event at Trocaire College.

The event provided attendees with an opportunity to network, share experiences and learn more about resources available through local women-focused nonprofit organizations. ������ was also a sponsor of the event.