We really do love our photo contests! This gives our staff an opportunity to be creative and enter their artistic field photos for a chance to win some prizes. We received SO MANY fun and amazing shots from our jobsites near and far. Congratulations to our top three winners! By blind vote, first place went to Seth Harrison for his photo of a peacock and hard hat taken at the Greenhill Middle School. Thomas Hardy... read more
Skiles Group Team Presents at 2024 LCI Congress
Seth Harrison, Thomas Hardy, and Keyan Zandy had a fantastic time making connections, presenting, sharing ideas, and expanding their Lean knowledge at the Lean Construction Institute (US)’s 2024 LCI Congress in San Diego, CA. Several of our other team members also attended to learn and find ways that we can keep driving our Lean practices forward! We presented two sessions that were both well received and near... read more
Skiles Group Wins AGC Texas Building Branch Award for The Covenant School of Dallas Project
The Associated General Contractors of America Texas Building Branch recently hosted its Outstanding Construction Awards Presentation and Dinner at The Sheraton in Georgetown, Texas, where Brent Brown and David Andrews proudly accepted an award on behalf of our firm for The Covenant School of Dallas Commons Building project! Thank you to the AGC for putting on a fantastic event, and congratulations to all the... read more
TEXO Introduces the Buddy Brumley Legacy Award
We're proud to announce that TEXO The Construction Association has created the Buddy Brumley Legacy Award, honoring a true visionary in the construction industry. With over 40 years of experience, Buddy was known for his leadership, integrity, and dedication. A champion of Lean Construction, Buddy excelled in his craft and generously shared his expertise with the broader community. From co-authoring a book on... read more
Skiles Group Hosts Family Picnic for End-of-Summer Celebration
We recently enjoyed a Hawaiian-themed family picnic with our team and their families at the Frisco RoughRiders Field. We had a ball (see what we did there?) floating in the lazy river, enjoying a cookout—and watching the Frisco Roughriders vs. Springfield Cardinals game, of course! This video shares some of our time together, and captures our staff's feelings about the... read more
Constructor Magazine: The Value Proposition – Elevating Our Industry Beyond Its Commodity Status
The construction industry's competitive landscape forces us into price wars to win projects. We have grown accustomed to perpetuating a self-defeating cycle, where we willingly reduce our fee until there's hardly anything left: A competitor's fee is 3%? Tell the client we'll do it for 2.5%! They're down to 2.5%? OK, we'll do it for 2%! This cycle is destructive for us—as individual businesses and as a... read more
Skiles Group Brings Suicide Prevention Talks to Job Sites
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and because workers in construction have one of the highest suicide rates compared to other industries, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is urging employers to discuss suicide prevention efforts and help raise awareness. Our Director of Safety Brian Webster is hosting safety standdowns across our job sites throughout September to bring this topic... read more
Kamie Harrison Earns CRIS Certification
We’re proud to share that Kamie Harrison, our accounting coordinator, has received The Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS®) certification issued by The International Risk Management Institute, Inc. (IRMI)—one of 4,817 internationally! The certification provides specialized expertise in construction insurance and risk management. Congratulations,... read more
Constructor Magazine: Building Balance – Tools & Techniques for Construction Professionals
In the demanding world of the construction industry, finding stability between work and life can seem almost impossible. Known for its relentless demands—long hours, design and financial constraints, and unwavering deadlines—the construction industry presents a distinct set of obstacles to achieving a harmonious work-life balance. However, the rewards of achieving this equilibrium are vast. It not only boosts... read more
Skiles Group Advocates for Mental Health Awareness
With high rates of substance abuse, divorce, and suicide, mental health in the construction industry is an urgent issue. We want to help highlight the industry's need for change, and this video is just one way we are joining the conversation about mental health awareness in our industry. We believe there's a better way to build—and that means creating a safer, healthier, and more respectful environment that... read more