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Granite recently announced it has completed the acquisition of Dickerson & Bowen, Inc. (“D&B”), a leading regional aggregates, asphalt, and highway construction company serving central and southern Mississippi. The acquisition is a highly complementary bolt-on to the company’s 2023 acquisition of Lehman-Roberts Company / Memphis Stone & Gravel (LRC / MSG), and it builds on Granite’s footprint in the Southeast serving as a growth platform in the attractive Memphis metropolitan and Mississippi markets.
Granite has been awarded an approximately $15 million contract by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to rehabilitate pavement along State Route 41 (SR41) near Stratford, California. Project funding comes from Caltrans and will be included in Granite’s second-quarter CAP. This project aims to rehabilitate the pavement, providing a smoother ride and reducing maintenance demands. The rehabilitation will involve removing and replacing failed pavement areas with 49,400 tons of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) and then placing a surface course of 19,100 tons of Rubberized Hot Mix Asphalt (RHMA) which will be supplied by Granite’s Coalinga plant in Fresno County, California. In addition to the pavement rehabilitation, culverts along the route will be lengthened and rehabilitated, guard railing and barriers will be upgraded, and failing bridge approaches pavement will be replaced with concrete approaches slabs. Granite has two other projects under construction along SR41 that join or are in the middle of this new project. Several other projects in proximity will allow for efficient movement and synergies with crews and resources, making this a strategic win for the company. The project is expected to begin in July 2024 and be completed in July of 2025.
Granite expanded its home market strategy into the Memphis Metropolitan and Northern Mississippi area by acquiring Lehman-Roberts Company and Memphis Stone & Gravel Company (MSG) in Q4 2023. These longstanding asphalt paving and asphalt and aggregates producers and suppliers have won numerous new contracts to date in 2024. "We are thrilled to highlight these new contract awards," said Patrick Nelson, Lehman-Roberts and Memphis Stone and Gravel President. "While these projects are welcome additions to our construction backlog, they also drive volume in our asphalt and aggregate materials businesses. These new awards represent our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality construction services to our clients and help us execute on our goal of serving our communities and contributing to the improvement of their infrastructure."
Granite is pleased to announce that it has been awarded an $89 million subcontract by United Airlines and Manhattan Construction as part of the overall United Airlines Terminal B Airside Transformation program, a $2 billion initiative funded by United Airlines and the City of Houston (Houston Airport System). The project will be included in Granite’s second-quarter CAP. Under this program, the north and south concourses of Terminal B at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), one of the airport’s oldest terminals, will be renovated. Granite’s scope of work includes the demolition and reconstruction of the existing north concrete apron. This will pave the way for the construction of a new terminal that will accommodate more gates and provide updated amenities for travelers. The project involves approximately 126,000 SY of demolition, 154,000 SY of concrete paving for the new apron and service roads, and associated earthwork, utility coordination, and drainage work. This project is part of Granite’s strategic plan to diversify the Texas Region’s portfolio. It supports Granite’s continued efforts to increase its operational presence in the greater Houston area and further establish Houston as a Home Market for the Texas Region. The project is anticipated to begin in Summer 2024 and is expected to be completed in April 2026.
has been awarded an approximately $36 million contract by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to rehabilitate pavement along Highway 162 in Mendocino County, California. Project funding comes from both federal funds and the California Senate Bill (SB1) and was included in Granite’s first-quarter CAP. The project will improve 25 miles of roadway, the only highway connection to the Covelo-Round Valley area. Granite will furnish and place 150,000 tons of conventional and rubberized hot mix asphalt to rebuild the structural section of the roadway. The rubberized surface course will utilize recycled tires and provide a smooth, quiet, and safe driving surface. All fine aggregate will come from Granite’s Highway 175 Quarry. The project is expected to begin in June 2024 and be completed in September of 2025.
Granite announced the opening of its new office in Ontario, California. This strategic move marks Granite's commitment to serving the Inland Empire and further solidifying its position in the market. Located in the heart of the Inland Empire, Granite’s Ontario office will serve as a hub for Granite's operations in the region. With this expansion, Granite aims to enhance its local presence, foster stronger relationships with clients, and contribute to the region's growth. After successfully completing the $17 million Perris Logistics Center North project and the $22 million Metrolink Station Expansion, Granite will begin construction on the $25 million Hub at Ontario in June 2024. Granite’s investment in the Inland Empire is a testament to its dedication to local communities. Not only is Granite creating jobs and supporting local suppliers, but it’s also contributing to infrastructure development. Furthermore, Granite is committed to fostering a robust hiring and recruiting process and encourages candidates to explore opportunities on its career page. This initiative aims to bring in local talent, providing them with opportunities for growth and development. By doing so, Granite hopes to be a positive force in the region, driving economic growth and community development.
Granite continues to shine in talent engagement. For the fourth consecutive year, the company has secured Handshake’s Early Talent Award (ETA). This annual award celebrates the best employers for people starting their careers, and Granite is one of a select group in its industry to be recognized (out of 900,000+ employers using Handshake). The ETAs are awarded to employers that demonstrate brand resonance, engage effectively (measured by unique clicks per distinct message recipient), actively participate in events (such as career fairs and event registrations), and maintain strong relationships with students through reciprocal messaging. These criteria underscore the evolving landscape of talent acquisition, emphasizing the importance of companies fully engaging with early talent to secure future industry leaders. Jessica Somers, Granite’s Director of Talent Acquisition, expressed the company’s commitment to early talent. She stated, “We’re excited to celebrate this award and to continue nurturing a program that early talent finds engaging and best-in-class. This award symbolizes our commitment to those launching their careers.” “It’s truly exciting to receive Handshake’s recognition for the fourth consecutive year,” added Tim Gruber, Granite SVP of Human Resources. “Our team’s exceptional efforts in college recruitment have created a best-in-class program, fostering a more diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce.”
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Granite (NYSE:GVA) has received a total of 97 awards and commendations from the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA), recognizing the company’s plant operations, paving operations, and adherence to best practices across the following seven states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Mississippi, Nevada, Utah, and Washington state. Within this list of recognition, newly acquired Lehman-Roberts received five awards. The following awards were presented at NAPA’s 69th annual meeting in Orlando, Florida. The Larry H. Lemon Quality in Construction Award - Unnamed Tributary to Carpenter Creek Fish Passage. The prestigious Larry H. Lemon Quality in Construction Award recognizes the 10 highest-scoring projects of the 223 applications submitted for a Quality in Construction Award in the General Paving (less than 50,000 tons) category. The award is named after Larry Lemon of Haskell Lemon Construction in Oklahoma City. Lemon spent 18 years on the NAPA Awards Committee, later serving as chairman of the association's board of directors in 2010. He was instrumental in creating the rating system for the Quality in Construction Awards, which requires qualitative analysis using data and test results to determine the winners.
Monterey, CA – It’s not just the grandeur of buildings or the expanse of bridges that defines California’s construction industry. Rather, it’s the visionaries and pioneers who lead the way, leaving an indelible mark on the state’s construction landscape. The AGC of California’s Constructor Awards pays homage to these trailblazers, celebrating innovation and excellence.
