Alexander Building Construction Co., as part of the Butz Family of Companies, recently received multiple PAK Awards.
PAK is a combination of the Pennsylvania Builders Exchange (P), American Subcontractors Association of Central PA (A), and the Keystone Contractors Association (K). The Pak Awards recognize the preeminent individuals and companies of Central PA Commercial Construction. Projects of the Year awards were given in three categories: less than $5 million, $5 million – $25 million and more than $25 million. There was one winner per award category. Project judging was based on the following criteria: Collaboration/Teamwork, Construction Quality & Craftsmanship, Project Execution/Scale and Safety.
Alexander received the award in the $5-$25 million category for the Mt. Nittany Medical Center Cardiovascular Pavilion project. The Pavilion was a 26,000 sf overbuild addition above the fully-occupied Emergency Department. Lean construction techniques and technology were used throughout this project to maximize communication and collaboration.
Alexander employees were also recipients of the following awards at the event:
- Charlie Thiemann, Senior Project Manager for Alexander received the Keystone Contractors Association (KCA) Top Young Leader Award. This award is given to emerging leaders within the KCA contractor membership who display leadership qualities in the construction industry and the community.
- Alexander Superintendent, Steve Motyka received the inaugural Thomas George Memorial Community Service Award given by KCA to construction workers displaying exemplary volunteer efforts within the community and excellence on the construction site.
- Mike Sgriccia, Senior Project Manager for Alexander, State College was recognized for winning the Young Leader award in 2018.
“We are pleased to receive these awards not just for an exemplary construction project but to have employees – Charlie, Steve and Mike recognized and respected for their services within the construction industry and the community,” says Jeffrey Smith, General Manager, Harrisburg, Alexander Building Construction Co. “This demonstrates Alexander’s dedication to providing superior project delivery as well a continued commitment to our community.”
The inaugural awards ceremony took place on February 20 the Crowne Plaza Harrisburg.
ABOUT THE BUTZ FAMILY OF COMPANIES: The Butz Family of Companies, consisting of Alexander Building Construction Co., Alvin H. Butz, Inc. and Shoemaker Construction Co., provides exceptional, comprehensive construction management and design/build services, led by a strong commitment to complete customer satisfaction with special attention to safety, quality and value. The firm possesses significant experience in the construction of healthcare facilities, colleges/universities, corporate office buildings, manufacturing facilities, sports and entertainment venues, government buildings, K-12 schools and retail buildings serving Pennsylvania, New Jersey and northern Delaware.
