The Gulf Coast Region
On April 17, our Jackson, MS, team hosted a crawfish boil to not only celebrate Employee Appreciation Day, but to extend that appreciation to our clients and partners to show just how valued everyone is here at Wharton-Smith. See photos. Attendees enjoyed a delicious meal and even participated in a raffle to win awesome prizes like [...]
A huge congratulations to our Pensacola team for their outstanding achievements at the 2024 ABC North Florida Excellence in Construction Gala! The group brought home an Eagle Award and a Pinnacle Award. Eagle Award Winner – Mosely High School Band & Choir Room Renovations & Addition and Outdoor Education Center: Educational Projects $5-10M “The Mosley [...]
'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 [...]
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 [...]
This Thanksgiving season, employees across Wharton-Smith regional offices gathered to celebrate the season of gratitude with an annual Thanksgiving holiday lunch. See photos. In Sanford, after taking a group photo, President and CEO Tim Smith blessed the food, expressing appreciation for the year’s accomplishments and the people who made them possible. A highlight of the event [...]
This week, on the 23rd anniversary of September 11, several Wharton-Smith business units donated lunch to fire stations across the southeast United States to give back and serve those who continue to keep our communities safe. This anniversary reminds us of one of the most tragic events this country has ever seen. Wharton-Smith takes pride [...]
On April 25, residents of South Walton County, along with Wharton-Smith, DAG Architects, O'Connell Engineering, and the South Walton County Mosquito Control District (SWCMCD), celebrated the groundbreaking of the SWCMCD's much-needed new headquarters. At 58 years old, the current headquarters has been outgrown by 25 full-time employees. Storms and flooding throughout the years have also impacted it. [...]
On February 23, representatives from Bay District Schools, former and current students at A. Crawford Mosley High School, Wharton-Smith, DAG Architects, and more celebrated the ribbon cutting of the Coach Winston Chester Outdoor Education Center, a 3,500 SF classroom facility for high school seniors. See photos and video. Coach Winston Chester, a teacher and coach at Mosley High [...]
Congratulations to the Wharton-Smith team members in the Pensacola office for their recent win at the ABC North Florida Excellence in Construction Awards! The team was honored with the prestigious Eagle Award for the Escambia County Schools Pleasant Grove Elementary School Project. Each year, the North Florida Chapter of ABC recognizes and celebrates outstanding projects [...]
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