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 [...]
On December 12, our Wharton-Smith Jacksonville team joined forces with subcontractors, the design team, and the St. Johns County School District board and cabinet members to commemorate a significant milestone in the development of the St. Johns County School District K-8 School PP project; it’s topping out. See photos. The event was an exciting blend of [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
On November 19, Wharton-Smith joined the Daytona Beach Fire Department, city officials, and residents to break ground on the new Fire Station 1. As a twist to a traditional groundbreaking, instead of shoveling some dirt, officials used fire hoses to put out a fire atop a dirt mount. See photos and video. The 30,000 SF headquarters will replace [...]
We are thrilled to announce that Wharton-Smith's Carolinas office has been named one of the Best Places to Work by the Charlotte Business Journal! This recognition is a testament to our exceptional team members, whose dedication, camaraderie, and passion make Wharton-Smith a truly outstanding workplace. Area Manager Scott Whelchel shared his gratitude, saying, “I am [...]
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