The Orlando Business Journal has named Mike Alexakis, Area Manager, Central and North Florida Water Division, one of Central Florida’s 40 Under 40. These “rising stars” represent industries that include real estate, construction, health care, nonprofits, energy, professional services, and the arts. According to OBJ, “The class of 2023 consists of 40 Central Florida young men and [...]
Welcome to Construction Safety Week! As we kick off this week-long event, we want to remind everyone of the importance of safety in the construction industry. Our priority? Ensuring all our workers return home safely to their families at the end of each day. To emphasize this, we will take you on a tour of [...]
Wharton-Smith takes pride in its role as the Construction Manager for the Knightsbridge K-8 Relief School serving the School District of Osceola County. On April 19, 2023, a groundbreaking ceremony was conducted in the presence of community leaders, school district officials, SchenkelShultz Architecture, KPM Franklin, and our project team. "We all know that the genesis of the Great [...]
On April 12, Wharton-Smith, along with the City of Leesburg and distinguished guest speakers including Daniel Webster, U.S. Representative; Allyson Berry, City Commissioner; John Christian, Chairman of the Board for the Community Development Corporation of Leesburg; and community leaders, gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Pine Street Improvements project. The $2.9 million project has [...]
Clyde Burgess and Tom Murphy were celebrated at a lively retirement party in their honor. Coworkers gathered on April 5, 2023, to enjoy food, festivities, and many stories about their more than 60 years of combined service to the company. See more pictures. Clyde Burgess, VP of W/WW Preconstruction Services – Collaborative Water Clyde started more [...]
The Town of North Redington Beach issued a Proclamation to make April 6, 2023, “Jonathan Richardson Day” to recognize his “contributions to the new public works/emergency services building and relocating the sewer lift station.” The Proclamation, signed by Mayor William M. Queen, states: Senior Craft Foreman Jonathan Richardson "has proven to be a great asset [...]
On March 30, Wharton-Smith joined Mount Dora Interim Fire Chief Rich Loewer and community members to welcome Station 35 into service with a hose uncoupling ceremony – a fire service tradition similar to a ribbon cutting. See more pictures and video highlights. Chief Loewer offered his sincere gratitude to the City Council members and project team for their [...]
Brightline, on March 27, showcased Basecamp, the private-sector passenger railroad's 135,805-square-foot train maintenance facility in Orlando, Florida. Step inside Basecamp. Wharton-Smith provided Construction Manager at Risk services for the $100 million facility, which sits on 62 acres south of Orlando International Airport. Basecamp will ramp up to a 24/7 operation when the railroad opens its Orlando Station [...]
On March 29, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and Utilities Director Ed Torres officially opened the Hamlin Water Reclamation Facility. This $114 million project will serve approximately 40,000 county residents and expand as the community grows. See more pictures and watch as Project Executive Drew Gumieny shares highlights and challenges. “I would like to extend my appreciation to [...]
PRESS RELEASE FROM: Wharton-Smith, Inc. Construction Group Contact: TONI HENRY phone: 407-321-8410 ext. 3306 WEBSITE: whartonsmith.com Tim Smith Named President and CEO of Wharton-Smith Construction Group April 3, 2023 – Sanford, FL – Wharton-Smith Construction Group announces promotion of Tim Smith to President and CEO. It has been an extraordinary honor and privilege to have been [...]
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