Texas Health Midlothian recently reached a major construction milestone as the final structural beam was placed atop the new Texas Health Resources Texas Health Neighborhood Care & Wellness Midlothian facility. The topping out celebration recognized the project team and trade partners whose commitment, coordination, and craftsmanship have carried the project from foundation to structure. Following the... read more
Skiles Group Introduces 2026 Service Theme at Annual Meeting
Our Skiles Annual Meeting challenged our team to think differently about what service really looks like. What does service look like? Sometimes it looks like keeping a promise. Sometimes it means showing up for a teammate, honoring a commitment, or doing the right thing when no one is there to remind you. At this year's Annual Meeting at Sidecar Social in Addison, we introduced our 2026 company theme: Service.... read more
Skiles Group Holds Mental Health Awareness Events
Throughout NAMI's Mental Health Awareness Month, our teams took time to step away from the pace of the work and focus on the people behind it. Construction is demanding. The hours are long, the pressure is real, and the work depends on people who carry a great deal of responsibility every day. That is why conversations about mental health, well-being, and support matter so much in our industry. We believe there is... read more
Skiles Group Earns Two Project Awards at ASA North Texas Annual Celebration
Skiles Group was honored with two project awards at the American Subcontractors Association (ASA) North Texas Chapter's annual awards celebration, Operation Blueprint, held at the Westin Southlake. Our teams were recognized for excellence in project delivery, collaboration, and construction leadership on two significant healthcare projects: Platinum Award: Baylor Scott & White's Baylor University Medical... read more
Skiles Group Hosts Construction Safety Stand-Downs on Fall Prevention and Mental Health
In May, Skiles Group hosted construction safety stand-downs across multiple projects in recognition of OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction and Mental Health Awareness Month. Supported by resources from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), these events gave project teams and trade partners an opportunity to pause, connect, and focus on two critical aspects of jobsite... read more
Skiles Group Names 2026 Legacy Award and Safety Star Award Recipients
Each year, Skiles Group recognizes team members who exemplify the values, leadership, and commitment that define our culture. Presented during our annual company meeting, these awards honor individuals whose contributions strengthen our organization, support their teammates, and help carry our legacy forward. Buddy Brumley Legacy Award: Jeff Witte The Buddy Brumley Legacy Award is named in memory of our first... read more
Why Construction Projects Miss the Mark—and How to Fix It (Constructor Magazine)
Construction project delivery challenges are often easy to recognize—but harder to fix. Designs that miss the mark. Schedules that slip. Budgets that won’t hold. Communication that starts to break down. If you have spent any time delivering capital projects, you have likely experienced at least one of these challenges. Sometimes the finished space does not match what your users actually needed. Sometimes... read more
Skiles Group Projects Earn Two Merit Awards at TEXO 2025 Distinguished Building Awards
The TEXO Distinguished Building Awards recognized two Skiles Group healthcare projects with Merit Awards during the 2025 Distinguished Building Awards Gala held at Stature Aviation in Dallas. The honored projects included Methodist Health System’s Methodist Celina Medical Center Hospital & Professional Office Building and Baylor Scott & White’s Roberts Tower Revitalization at Baylor University Medical... read more
Michael Blakemore Named Chief Corporate Officer | Skiles Group
Michael Blakemore Chief Corporate Officer Skiles Group — Skiles Group has promoted Michael Blakemore to Chief Corporate Officer, reinforcing its commitment to disciplined growth and strengthening the corporate infrastructure that supports clients and project delivery. Skiles Group, a Lean construction management firm specializing in healthcare and education projects, has promoted Michael Blakemore to the role... read more
Skiles Group Kicks Off Mental Health Awareness Month
At Skiles Group, supporting our people is just as important as building great projects. During Mental Health Awareness Month in construction, we took time to focus on wellness, connection, and supporting one another across our team. Throughout the week, team members took time to step away from their desks and jobsites to participate in activities designed to promote both physical and mental well-being. From guided... read more