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Celebrating Those Who Build Cleveland
Building Excellence & Craftsmanship Awards event celebrates top work in the region By Beth Castelucci | Photos by Richard Matos
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The event, which took place on Thursday, August 17 at Windows on the River on the West Bank of the Flats in Cleveland, included a cocktail networking reception and gala awards ceremony, creating the perfect opportunity for construction owners and members to engage, celebrate the accomplishments of their peers and build relationships with each other. Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb opened up the ceremony by expressing his appreciation for the trades and those who build the city saying, “Cleveland is a union town and will always be a union town… and we look forward to building once again for the next generation of Clevelanders.” More than 400 were in attendance to honor 20 individuals recognized as Apprentices of the Year; 26 indi-
viduals and 51 crew members as Craftsmanship Award winners; and 12 contractors as Building Excellence Award winners. The Building Excellence Awards includes new construction over $25
“These men and women deserve recognition for the hard work they perform day in and day out across our region.” Tim Linville CEA million, new construction between $10 and $25 million, new construction under $10 million, renovation construction over $10 million and
renovation construction under $10 million – all for projects completed between Jan. 1, 2021 and Dec. 31, 2022. “This is my first year being in the trades, and it’s like it’s ignited some pride in me that I didn’t realize was there,” says Hannah Brown, a carpenter apprentice who started her career through Cleveland Builds and was honored as an Apprentice of the Year. “Being recognized [with this award] is so humbling and exciting, and I think that’s how I know I’m in the right place... I couldn’t be more proud of the career change that I made.” Ironworker and Craftsmanship Award winner Kelly Martin, who has worked in the field for 25 years, says, “You’re proud when you’re an ironworker. You can walk by buildings and you can say, ‘I built that.’ You feel proud of it. Not too many people 3
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onstruction Employers Association (CEA) continues to celebrate the craftsmen and women that build this city. The Building Excellence & Craftsmanship Awards is an elegant evening to celebrate and honor the construction companies, contractors, suppliers and professional advisors who have contributed to some of the iconic structures gracing the Cleveland skyline.
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ACCOLADES & ACCOMPLISHMENTS [1] Apprentice of the Year, Gabe Butler (third from left), poses with fellow cement masons and friends; [2] Cleveland Builds graduate and Apprentice of the Year winner, Hannah Brown (center), shows off her posing skills with friends; [3] CEA CEO Tim Linville (right) passes the stage to Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb; [4] Independence Excavating team members; [5] CEA’s Executive Vice President Glen Shumate (second from left) interacts with fellow event attendees.
could say that, so it’s really humbling. Two thumbs up on ironworkers for this city and we’re going to keep building Cleveland!” Because Construction Employers Association (CEA) works to bring
together construction companies, contractors, suppliers and professional advisors to promote the union construction industry, the organization – along with the Cleveland Building & Construction Trades
Council (CBCTC), Mechanical and Plumbing Industry Council (MAPIC), Greater Cleveland chapter of National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), Northern Ohio Painting & Taping Contractors Association (NOPTCA) and Cleveland chapter of Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning National Association (SMACNA Cleveland) – hosts the Building Excellence & Craftsmanship Awards each year. “These men and women deserve recognition for the hard work they perform day in and day out across our region,” says Tim Linville, CEO of CEA. “I’m thankful to all the Cleveland Building and Construction Trades unions, union contractors and sponsors who made this program possible. It’s an exciting night for the industry.” ■ The 2024 Building Excellence and Craftsmanship Award nomination process will begin in December 2023 and are due by March 2024. Next year’s awards will cover work completed between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2023. To learn more, visit www.ceacisp.org.
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MetroHealth Apex Connector Bridge A special congratulations to Kelly Martin (Forest City Erectors / Ironworkers Local #17), recipient of a 2023 Craftsmanship Award for the MetroHealth Apex Connector Bridge with Ron Meinhart and John Connell
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INTRO Cleveland (Panzica Construction Company)
The 2023 Building Excellence and Craftsmanship Awards winners include:
BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARDS Building Excellence Awards celebrate exemplary construction projects completed between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2022 in the Cleveland Metropolitan Area.
the District issued a $44.5 million bond to fund various improvements, including consolidating four elementary schools into one PK-5 building and renovating select areas of the middle and high schools. Through collaborative discussions and an agreement between the District and City, a jointly owned 30,000-square-foot field house was added to the scope and integrated with the construction of the 130,000-square-foot elementary.
the main campus at 2500 MetroHealth Dr. The project is connected to the Critical Care Pavilion (CCP) at multiple levels and together with this existing building will represent the new inpatient care hospital. New renovations in the CCP will allow for pre- and post-partum rooms, nurseries, NICU, locker rooms and a new rooftop helipad. The new five-story podium houses Radiology, Intervention Radiology, Lab, Pharmacy, CSP, prep and PACU, food services, facilities engineering, central receiving and a meditation space.
INTRO Cleveland
Panzica Construction Company
Brecksville-Broadview Heights Elementary School (Shook Construction)
MetroHealth Glick Center (Turner Construction Company)
Brecksville-Broadview Heights Capital Improvements
MetroHealth Glick Center
New Construction Over $25 Million
New Construction Over $25 Million
Shook Construction
With the costs of maintaining aging facilities increasing and enrollment decreasing, the BrecksvilleBroadview Heights City School District needed updated, consolidated facilities to house their 4,000 students and improve educational offerings. In 2018,
Turner Construction Company
The project encompasses MetroHealth’s $530 million, 723,643-square-foot replacement hospital and Central Utility Plant (CUP). The Bedtower and Labor and Delivery unit has 396 beds and replaces nearly all of the existing buildings on
Upon completion, sitting as the tallest masstimber structure in the USA, INTRO Cleveland is a mixed-use residential project located in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood. The transitoriented development is located near a rail stop, multiple bus routes and across from the historic West Side Market. Totaling 511,847 square feet with 40,000 square feet of retail space, INTRO Cleveland is nine stories tall and offers 298 apartment units.
The Fieldhouse at Studio West 117 The Albert M. Higley Co.
New Construction Under $10 Million AMHigley served as CM at Risk for The Fieldhouse at Studio West 117. This bar, restaurant and fieldhouse consists of first and second floor kitchens, a rooftop 7
Brecksville-Broadview Hts. Elementary School photo by Kevin Reeves; MetroHealth Glick Center by Nic Lehoux
New Construction Over $25 Million
Congrats to CEA, CBCTC & All Participants of the
Building Excellence & Craftsmanship Awards ► Quality Workmanship ► Customer Satisfaction ► On-Time Performance ► Emphasizing Safety
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The Fieldhouse at Studio West 117 (The Albert M. Higley Co.)
bar, locker rooms, a gymnasium and a suspended walking track. Local artists were brought in by the owner to highlight the community.
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BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERS RECOGNITION FOR WORK ON THE ALL NEW ”EAGLE ZIP ADVENTURE” ZIPLINE ATTRACTION AT THE CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO
Craftsmen — Jimmy Andorf, Marshawn Bell, Brian Dawson, Geoff Ferron, Mike Gerlak, Dwayne Hayes, Janelle Hinkle, and Adam Lyons
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CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARD WINNERS RECOGNITION FOR RENOVATION WORK AT THE HISTORIC CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CANTON
Craftsmen — Jason Anderson, Jimmy Andorf, Marshawn Bell, Brian Dawson, Geoff Ferron, Carmine LaManna, Alex Marti, Mike Oriold, Max Tousley, and Ethan Weinberg
INTRO Cleveland (Brookpark Design Builders)
INTRO Cleveland
Brookpark Design Builders
New Construction Under $10 Million Brookpark Design Builders designed, fabricated and installed custom panel systems around the entire perimeter envelope of this mixed-use project in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood.
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APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR HONOREE RECOGNITION FOR OUSTANDING DEMONSTRATION OF SKILL AND WILLINGNESS TO LEARN
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Eagle Zip Adventure (Regency Construction Services)
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Eagle Zip Adventure Regency Construction Services New Construction Under $10 Million
Regency Construction Services, Inc. served as the CM at Risk for the construction of the all-new 2023 Building Excellence & Craftsmanship Awards
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“Eagle Zip Adventure” zipline attraction at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. The zipline carries guests on a thrill-seeking ride across Waterfowl Lake. The project scope of work additionally included repairs and refreshed paint for the nearby Wade Hall building as well as structural repairs to the Wade Hall deck to support increased foot traffic.
Cleveland Public Library - Hough Campus (Gilbane Building Company)
Flexjet (Warren Roofing & Insulating Co.)
Flexjet
of new builds co-occurring across the locations. The project enabled CPL to serve the community further and enhance the library system’s spaces. Each renovation/addition includes additional technology/meeting rooms, children’s areas, expanded adult collections, quiet spaces, updated ADAcompliant access and additional parking spaces.
Warren Roofing & Insulating Co.
pile along the existing concrete dock wall with a 62ea tie-back rock anchor and waler support system. A new reinforced concrete sheet pile cap wall was installed to further protect the structure and provide a uniform fender system for ships to dock up against. The previous pipe pile supported deck was backfilled with 20,000+ cubic yards of flowable backfill, which allowed for the existing dock pavement to be replaced as well.
New Construction Under $10 Million
Flexjet is an airport for high-end private air travel. The roof needed to be not only functional but also pleasing to the eye – even for incoming jets. This resulted in a roof design with elaborate “wings.” The roof membrane changed from white at the field of the roof to gray at the wings to make them stand out. Every detail of the roof was reviewed carefully as they would be seen more than any other roof.
Cleveland Public Library Facilities Master Plan Gilbane Building Company Renovation Over $10 Million
The Cleveland Public Library (CPL) Facilities Master Plan Phase 1A project included four branch locations and a central distribution facility, with 46,400 square feet of renovations and 18,650 square feet
Cargill Cleveland Salt Mine Dock Rehabilitation (The Great Lakes Construction Co.)
Cargill Cleveland Salt Mine Dock Rehabilitation
MAGNET Headquarters (The Krill Co.)
The Great Lakes Construction Co.
MAGNET Headquarters
Cargill contracted The Great Lakes Construction Co. to rehabilitate the existing boat dock located at its Cleveland Salt Mine on Whiskey Island. The scope of work consisted of 700 linear feet of new sheet
Renovation Over $10 Million
Renovation Over $10 Million
The Krill Co.
Sited in Midtown Cleveland, the 53,000-square-foot, $13 million MAGNET headquarters repurposes the former Margaret Ireland Elementary School building
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into a modern manufacturing experience. The publicfacing building serves as a non-profit headquarters, high-tech manufacturing prototyping laboratories, workforce development center, educational facility and community center. It fortifies the emerging innovation district between Downtown Cleveland and University Circle. An outdoor interactive STEM-themed playground and uplifting mural create a community space that honors the historical Hough neighborhood.
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Congratulations TIMOTHY O’CONNELL for your hard work & dedication on the successful completion of the Central Utility Plant Plumbing Systems at MetroHealth Glick Tower UH Central Sterile Processing Department (Turner Construction Company)
University Hospitals Central Sterile Processing Department Turner Construction Company Renovation Under $10 Million
This 12-phase project consisted of compliance, safety and production upgrades within a 24/7 operational Central Sterile Processing Department. Work included renovation of the Sterile Processing and Storage Area, plus renovation of the Decontamination Area. A custom 73,000 CFM Air Handing Unit was also installed to support the Central Sterile and Endoscopy Departments.
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Baldwin Water Treatment Plant Balusters (Cleveland Building Restoration)
City of Cleveland Baldwin Water Treatment Plant Balusters Cleveland Building Restoration Renovation Under $10 Million
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Cleveland Building Restoration had balusters prefabricated by Cleveland Quarries in Vermillion to match the existing color, profile and size. The team deconstructed the existing railing system, salvaged the remaining stones, and then installed the new stones. Joints were then tuckpointed to match the existing joints. ■ 2023 Building Excellence & Craftsmanship Awards
CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARDS Craftsmanship Awards honor individuals representing each of the trades affiliated with the Cleveland Building & Construction Trades Council (CBCTC). Judges evaluate work according to a number of metrics, including uniqueness, precision and attention to detail, difficulty, visual aesthetics, level of technical skill and experience required.
Rough, finished carpentry & timber framing at Cru Uncorked by Alex Bognar (T. Allen Inc.) Christ Presbyterian Church of Canton Jason Anderson (Regency Construction Services)
Jason Anderson Carpenters IKORCC Regency Construction Services CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CANTON HISTORIC WORSHIP FACILITY RENOVATION Honored Crew Members: Carmine LaManna, Jimmy Andorf, Marshawn Bell, Brian Dawson, Geoff Ferron, Alex Marti, Mike Oriold, Max Tousley
Glick Center at MetroHealth Edward Bruder (Donley’s, Inc.)
MAGNET Headquarters James Csincsar (Precision Environmental Co.)
Edward Bruder Cement Masons Local 404 Donley’s, Inc.
James Csincsar Building Laborers Local 310 Precision Environmental Co.
CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION OF GLICK CENTER AT METROHEALTH
SELECTIVE STRUCTURAL DEMOLITION AT MAGNET HEADQUARTERS
UH Ahuja Medical Center Phase II Ken Burr (Marous Brothers Construction)
CrossCountry Mortgage Dominic Denunzio (Turner Construction Company)
JACK Casino Cleveland Tony Bish (The Albert M. Higley Co.)
Tony Bish Carpenters IKORCC The Albert M. Higley Co. INTERIOR RENOVATION OF JACK CASINO CLEVELAND SMOKING PATIO Honored Crew Members: Dan Newman, Mike Healan
Alex Bognar Carpenters IKORCC T. Allen Inc. ROUGH, FINISHED CARPENTRY AND TIMBER FRAMING OF CRU UNCORKED
Ken Burr Carpenters IKORCC Marous Brothers Construction ENGINEERED STONE PANEL INSTALLATION AT UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS AHUJA MEDICAL CENTER PHASE II
Dominic Denunzio Carpenters IKORCC Turner Construction Company FINISH CARPENTRY AT CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE RENOVATION 11
Progressive Insurance Brooklyn CBO Thomas Drakatos (The John F. Gallagher Co.)
Park Synagogue Mike Gallagher (Marous Brothers Construction)
Roofing for Flexjet Ryan Hyster (Warren Roofing & Insulating Co.)
Thomas Drakatos Sheet Metal Workers Local 33 The John F. Gallagher Co.
Mike Gallagher Carpenters IKORCC Marous Brothers Construction
Ryan Hyster Roofers and Waterproofers Local 44 Warren Roofing & Insulating Co.
MILLWORK INSTALLATION AT THE PARK SYNAGOGUE
ROOFING FOR FLEXJET
DOUBLE WALL DUCT WORK FOR PROGRESSIVE INSURANCE BROOKLYN CBO Honored Crew Members: Dave Harvey, Jeff Fishman, Dan Hamrick, Paul Veneri, Jose DiLalla
CRU Uncorked Rich Friel (The Albert M. Higley Co.)
Rich Friel Carpenters IKORCC The Albert M. Higley Co. INTERIOR HIGH LEVEL MILLWORK AND DOORS INSTALLATION FOR CRU UNCORKED
Honored Crew Members: Tony Umek, Nick Shirak
Cleveland Museum of Natural History Dan Hartsel (OCP Contractors)
Veteran Affairs Surgery Roof Adam Livingston (Warren Roofing & Insulating Co.)
Dan Hartsel Carpenters IKORCC OCP Contractors
Adam Livingston Roofers and Waterproofers Local 44 Warren Roofing & Insulating Co.
FRAMING FOR EXTERIOR GRFC/FRP & METAL PANELS AT CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
VETERAN AFFAIRS SURGERY ROOF Honored Crew Members: John Wasilko
Honored Crew Member: Travis Dean
Honored Crew Members: Jose Barajas, Ramon Rojas-Lozano
Baldwin Water Treatment Balusters Troy Fry (Cleveland Building Restoration)
Chabad Jewish Center of Solon Tyler Heter (Architectural Interior Restorations)
Troy Fry Bricklayers BAC Local 23 Cleveland Building Restoration
Tyler Heter Carpenters IKORCC Architectural Interior Restorations
Kelly Martin Iron Workers Local 17 Forest City Erectors, Inc.
RECREATION OF RAILING SYSTEM AT BALDWIN WATER TREATMENT BALUSTERS
ARCHITECTURAL FRAMING & DRYWALL FINISHING AT CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF SOLON
CONNECTOR BRIDGE BETWEEN APEX BUILDING AND GLICK AT METROHEALTH APEX
Honored Crew Member: Albert Panecasio
Honored Crew Members: John Hare, Tom Rosa
Honored Crew Members: John Connell, Ron Meinhart
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Connector Bridge at MetroHealth APEX Kelly Martin (Forest City Erectors, Inc.)
2023 Building Excellence & Craftsmanship Awards
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Exterior Envelope Construction Architectural Siding Metal Roofing
INTRO CLEVELAND
Insulated Panel Systems Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings
BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARD-WINNER (NEW CONSTRUCTION UNDER $10M)
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CEA CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARD WINNERS Ken Burr (Carpenters IKORCC) University Hospitals, Ahuja Medical Center Phase II
Mike Gallagher (Carpenters IKORCC) The Park Synagogue: Millwork Installation
Todd Steffens (Operating Engineers Local 18) Waterford Bluffs: Retaining Wall
Rich Sexton (Tapers IUPAT Local 505) University Hospitals, Ahuja Medical Center Phase II
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Cargill Cleveland Salt Mine Dock Randy Schaeffer (The Great Lakes Construction Co.)
Private Project Brian McArdle (Corcoran Tile and Marble)
Randy Schaeffer Carpenters IKORCC The Great Lakes Construction Co.
Brian McArdle Tile Layers BAC Local 23 Corcoran Tile and Marble
DOCK WALL CONCRETE CAP AT CARGILL CLEVELAND SALT MINE DOCK REHABILITATION
MARBLE FLOORING AND LARGE FORMAT PORCELAIN WALL AT PRIVATE PROJECT Honored Crew Members: Kris Loew, George Benesch
Flexjet Josh Sixt (JLJI Enterprises, Inc.)
Josh Sixt Carpenters IKORCC JLJI Enterprises, Inc. FRAMING AT FLEXJET OPERATIONS CENTER Honored Crew Members: Frank Principe, Jim Kulwicki
Honored Crew Members: Caleb Logan, Josh Logan, Lauren Benton, Dale Collins
Charter Steel SBQ Facility Eric Smyczek (The Great Lakes Construction Company) Cleveland Hopkins International Airport William N. Takacs (RELMEC Mechanical LLC)
UH Ahuja Medical Center Phase II Rich Sexton (Marous Brothers Construction)
Rich Sexton Tapers IUPAT Local 505 Marous Brothers Construction
William N. Takacs Pipefitters Local 120 RELMEC Mechanical LLC
DRYWALL FINISHING AT UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS AHUJA MEDICAL CENTER PHASE II
CLEVELAND HOPKINS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Honored Crew Members: Jason Campana, Charles Prince
Eric Smyczek Millwrights IKORCC The Great Lakes Construction Company INSTALLATION OF THE MAIR BAR PROCESSING EQUIPMENT AT CHARTER STEEL SBQ FACILITY Honored Crew Members: Mason Porter, John Fillar, Mike Marzicola, Dave Zuckerman
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MetroHealth Glick Tower Timothy O’Connell (Gorman-Lavelle Corp.)
Timothy O’Connell Plumbers Local 55 Gorman-Lavelle Corporation CENTRAL UTILITY PLANT PLUMBING SYSTEMS AT METROHEALTH GLICK TOWER Honored Crew Members: Tyler O’Connell, Tod Warren, Tim O’Connell Jr., Ron Ulanski
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Todd Steffens Operating Engineers Local 18 Marous Brothers Construction RETAINING WALL CONSTRUCTION AT WATERFORD BLUFFS
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Castaway Bay Travis Wells (Popowski Paint & Paper Inc.)
Travis Wells Painters IUPAT Local 707 Popowski Paint & Paper Inc. INTERIOR REPAINT AT CASTAWAY BAY Honored Crew Members: Shawn Edgell, Greg Pawlowski, Randy Tomecko
UH Ahuja Medical Center Phase II Sean Ziemba (Floorstiles, Inc.)
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APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR Apprentice of the Year Awards honor outstanding apprentices from each of the Cleveland Building & Construction Trades Council affiliated trades, recognizing exemplary performance.
Ronald Ange II
Bricklayers BAC Local 23
Hannah Brown
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Cleveland Builds Carpenters IKORCC
Gabe Butler
Cement Masons Local 404
Anthony Carey
Roofers and Waterproofers Local 44
Brandon Chiv
Pipefitters Local 120, HVAC Refrigeration Trainee
Timothy Dreamer
Pipefitters Local 120
Gavin Gudat
Samantha Kelley
Andrew Pickett
Angeline Dunn
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David Figueroa
Plasterers OPCMIA Local 526
Cameron Fischer
Electricians IBEW Local 38
Nick McLamara
Ironworkers Local 17
Painters IUPAT Local 707
Millwrights IKORCC
Pa Luh
Heat and Frost Insulators Local 3
Tapers IUPAT Local 505
Restoration BAC Local 23 Operating Engineers Local 18
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