On January 24, Wharton-Smith joined with its subcontractors and partners to celebrate the topping out of Edith I. Starke Elementary School. See photos. Attendees enjoyed receiving a new Wharton-Smith high-vis t-shirt along with a delicious catered lunch provided by Brian's Bar-B-Q. Hundreds of dollars worth of tools and gift cards were also raffled off at the [...]
On January 22, Wharton-Smith celebrated the ribbon cutting of the new STEM building addition at the West Melbourne School for Science. Joined by members of the public, the School Board of Brevard County, the City of West Melbourne, Tsark Architecture, students, and staff, guests were treated to a wonderful opening performance by the school choir [...]
On January 24, Wharton-Smith joined the School District of Osceola County and Schenkel Shultz to officially break ground on the brand-new, state-of-the-art “AAA” high school. See photos. The 345,000 SF campus will hold 2,500 student stations and serve the expanding St. Cloud, FL, area. It comprises classrooms, a gymnasium, a cafeteria, sports fields, administration buildings, and [...]
On January 17, Wharton-Smith celebrated the culmination of an extraordinary partnership with Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka as the keys to a brand-new home were turned over. Wharton-Smith has partnered with Habitat for seven years, providing a safe and stable environment for deserving families and exemplifying its unwavering commitment to building communities. See photos. Wharton-Smith collaborated with [...]
This holiday season, Wharton-Smith team members participated in the Habitat for Humanity Jingle Build-Off. The Jingle Build-Off event is an annual team-building tradition that combines festive creativity with community impact. Hosted as a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity Lake-Sumter, the event not only supports affordable housing solutions in Lake and Sumter Counties but also spreads [...]
On December 16, Wharton-Smith joined Marion County Public Schools and the Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership to break ground on a new high school, "CCC," the county's first new high school since 2003. This state-of-the-art campus is scheduled to open in August 2026. See photos. The 115-acre campus will feature three building complexes with tilt [...]
'Tis the Season for Giving! As the holiday season wraps up, we’re reflecting on the incredible generosity of our Wharton-Smith family and industry partners. Across our regions, the spirit of giving was alive and well, bringing joy and support to our communities. Here’s a recap of the wonderful efforts: Bay Laurel, Marion County, and The [...]
On December 7, the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld transformed into a festive holiday escape as Wharton-Smith team members gathered for the annual holiday party. View photos from the event here. This year's theme, "Masquerade," added an air of mystery and elegance to the evening. Guests embraced the theme with stunning masks and attire, enhancing the festive [...]
On November 21, dignitaries from the City of DeLand, its Public Services department, and members of the public joined Wharton-Smith to cut the ribbon and officially open the Jim Ailes Utilities Administration Building. See photos. The two-story, 24,000 SF building is home to DeLand's Utilities and Engineering departments. Previously, employees across the Utilities Department were spread [...]
Last week, Wharton-Smith employees stepped out of their offices and into classrooms across the region for the Great American Teach-In, an event designed to connect professionals with students eager to learn about different industries. Our team members visited schools from kindergarten to college, sharing insights about careers in construction and what makes Wharton-Smith a leader [...]
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