Three Skiles Group projects were recognized with 2025 Distinguished Building Awards (DBA) by TEXO North Texas Chapter. The DBAs recognize projects that showcase outstanding construction execution, including advanced building techniques, high-quality craftsmanship, and a strong focus on safety and on-time delivery. We’re honored to have played a role in delivering these innovative spaces to their communities and... read more
Skiles Group Celebrates WIC Week 2025
Women in Construction Week provides a perfect opportunity to spotlight the incredible women who help shape our projects, our teams, and our entire industry. We celebrated the week with one of our favorite traditions: a luncheon for the incredible women who help build our success every day. This year’s gathering had extra meaning, as we wore our PPE in honor of Buddy Brumley, who ensured these events happened... read more
Dwayne Hodges Claims Victory in 6th Ever Chili Challenge
And then there was one! Dwayne Hodges claimed victory in our 6th Ever Chili Challenge this week, edging out some serious competition. With seven contenders in the mix, every chili had its fans. Thank you our other chefs—Billy Geris, Jean Robinson, Shelby McEntire, Andy Garcia, Brent Brown, and Robert Ellis—for bringing the heat and the fun. (Side note: Andy took teamwork to the next level—he’s at... read more
Skiles Group Team Joins Industry Colleagues at Form Follows Fitness 5K
We joined thousands of others in our industry to participate in the Form Follows Fitness 5K, presented by Blackson Brick Company, in Downtown Dallas this past Saturday! The 5K's proceeds benefit the Architecture and Design Exchange, which seeks to increase the public's understanding of the power of architecture through programs, exhibitions, tours, and over $10,000 in scholarships. Our Skiles Group participants... read more
Happy Skilesentine’s Day! Team Delivers Cookies to Jobsites
Happy Skilesentine's Day! (It's a real holiday, didn't you know?) Ana Melecio Patino, Becky Blank, Dara Davulcu, David Andrews, Jean Robinson, Kamie Harrison, CRIS , Kevin McCarty, Lillian Puente, Michelle Davis, Rebecca Smolik, and Shelby McEntire hand-delivered cookies today to jobsites in Addison, Celina, Fort Worth, Frisco, Plano, Richardson, and across Dallas to show some love to our field staff. The... read more
Andy Middleton Earns OSHA Credentials
Driving continuous improvement in workplace safety requires expertise and training—qualities Safety Coordinator Andrew (Andy) Middleton, SSH exemplifies through two recent accomplishments. He earned the Certified Safety & Health Official (CSHO) Construction Industry credential, demonstrating advanced knowledge of construction safety regulations, hazard identification, and risk mitigation. This qualification... read more
Constructor Magazine: Is a Construction Market Boom Coming?
As interest rates drop and election uncertainties dissipate, the construction industry could be on the verge of a significant market boom. Projects paused after design or only partially designed may soon re-enter the pipeline, creating a surge in demand. While this could bring opportunities, it raises concerns that rapid demand could lead to rising prices, lengthening lead times, and worsening labor shortages.... read more
Celebrating the Season: 2024 Holiday Party
Our team—and their “plus-ones”—celebrated the winter holidays together in late December. We had a great time, with some help from a band, casino games, and a raffle with LOTS of prizes! This awesome video really captures our special evening and all the fun we shared! Skiles Group Holiday Party... read more
TEXO Construction Association Awards Two Team Members for Industry Service
We had an incredible evening at TEXO The Construction Association’s 2024 Holiday and Awards Gala, celebrating outstanding people across our industry—and honoring our very own Clay Harrison and Katayoun “Kattie” Mokhtarzadeh. Clay was honored with the esteemed TEXO Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his significant and lasting contributions to the construction industry and the profound impact he... read more
Skiles Group Conducts Toy Drive for Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County
The Skiles Group team held a toy drive to fill the shelves for the Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County and help stock the Holiday Store. This amazing nonprofit provides hope to children and families victimized by child abuse. A few team members also got into the spirit and created our own Skiles Group rendition of a classic holiday story: Twas two weeks ‘til Christmas at Skiles Group’s HQ, We came... read more