Keep up-to-date on the latest People News in the Construction Industry including: new hires, appointments, promotions and awards from the editors at Associated Construction Publications.
ARRA Awards Kolwicz Excellence in Cold Planing Staff, 5/16/2008
The ARRA has recognized Bruce Kolwicz, director of public works, city of Milford, Conn., as the award winner of the organization's John A. Miller Award for Excellence in Cold Planing. Nominated by Bill Corr, Garrity Asphalt Reclaiming ... More
AEM Elects 16 New Members Staff - 05/15/2008
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) recently elected 16 companies to membership in the international trade group, which provides business-development resources for companies which manufacture and market agriculture and construction-related equipment, products and services. The new AEM companies are:
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ABC Recognizes Outstanding Student Chapters Staff - 05/15/2008
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) announced that the association recognized its top college and university student chapters at the 2008 Student Chapter Excellence Awards ceremony, held during the 2008 ABC National Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The awards honor student chapters from construction management programs nationwide for their activities and accomplishments during the 200...
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ABC Recognizes 2008 Student Essay Competition Winners Staff - 05/15/2008
Associated Builders and Contractors' (ABC) educational affiliate, the Trimmer Education Foundation, named four teams from colleges and universities nationwide as 2008 Student Essay Competition Winners. The award-winning teams were recognized at a ceremony held during the 2008 ABC National Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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Topcon Names National Sales Manager Staff - 05/15/2008
Steve Briggs has been named Topcon Positioning Systems' (TPS) national sales manager-GIS and OEM. Briggs joined the company in 2004 as a product manager for network software. Prior to the recent promotion, he was TPS sales manager for networks and original equipment manufacturers. Before joining Topcon he was GIS business development manager and marine/infrastructure sales manager for Trimble N...
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ModSpace Recognized with Awards of Distinction Staff - 05/15/2008
The Modular Building Institute (MBI) has honored ModSpace, one of North America's largest modular building providers, with first place and honorable mention awards at the 2008 MBI convention. The MBI "Awards of Distinction" is the modular industry's premier award competition for MBI members and is open to building manufacturers, dealers, and product and service providers.
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JLG Announces Promotions Staff - 05/15/2008
JLG Industries Inc., a manufacturer of aerial work platforms and telescopic material handlers, announced several key promotions to enhance its global leadership. Tim Morris, Wayne Lawson and Andrew Satterley will each expand their responsibilities with the company. Morris has been promoted to the position of vice president, market development and sales for the Americas.
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JLG Appoints Vice President for Americas Finance Staff - 05/15/2008
JLG Industries Inc., manufacturer of aerial work platforms and telescopic material handlers, has appointed Frank Cholewicki to the position of vice present, Americas finance. In his new role, Cholewicki is responsible for finance practices and fiscal reporting for the Americas. He also has global financial responsibility for the Caterpillar Alliance Group and government business.
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JCB Hosts Inaugural Roadshow At Savannah Factory Contractors and other industry representatives from throughout the region converged on the JCB factory in Savannah for the first of several JCB Roadshows scheduled for various locations.