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 award recipient, a deeply respected teammate whose impact continues to shape our company today. Buddy’s legacy was built on character, commitment, relationships, and the way he showed up for those around him.
Chosen by their peers, Legacy Award recipients are individuals who both honor and build upon the Skiles Group legacy. They demonstrate our Core Values through their actions, leadership, and commitment to excellence:
- Do the right thing.
- Serve with passion.
- Work together.
- Be curious.
For 2026, the Buddy Brumley Legacy Award was presented to Superintendent Jeff Witte, whose dedication, leadership, and commitment to our Core Values make him a deserving recipient of this honor.
Safety Star Award: Russell Jones
Safety remains one of the most important responsibilities shared across every Skiles Group project. Each year, the Safety Star Award recognizes an individual who makes an exceptional contribution to our safety program through leadership, innovation, and initiative.
The award honors team members who go above and beyond to strengthen our safety culture, improve project safety performance, and protect those around them.
For 2026, Skiles Group proudly recognizes Superintendent Russell Jones as the recipient of the Safety Star Award. Russell consistently leads by example, promotes safe work practices, and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to the well-being of our teams and trade partners.
Celebrating Excellence
Michael Blakemore, Chief Corporate Officer for Skiles Group, presented the awards during the company’s annual meeting.
Please join us in congratulating Jeff and Russell on these well-deserved recognitions and thanking them for their continued contributions to our people, projects, and culture.
