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It's Volunteer Month!
 Did you know that April is Volunteer Month? Last quarter, we highlighted Shook's diversity and community outreach involvement efforts. We are proud of the efforts our staff makes in bettering the communities in which we live and work!
In celebration of Volunteer Month, we invite you to walk with the Shook Team as we again participate (for our 5th year!) in the annual March for Dimes walk:
What: March of Dimes March for Babies, 3K walk
When: April 30, 2011
Time: 9:00 AM
Where: Carillon Historical Park, Dayton, OH
To join our team or to make a donation, click here! |
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Shook's Safety Record Soars
Shook's continued focus to provide a safe and healthful work environment for our employees, our subcontractors and our clients has brought great results and individual recognition recently. The following impressive results were announced at Shook's 2011 annual meeting:
- In 2010, there were over 545,000 man hours reported without a single lost day from work due to work-related injuries and illnesses.
- Workers' compensation claims costs have been reduced significantly, by nearly 88% in the past 5 years.
- Shook Construction has consistently kept our Experience Modifier Rate (EMR) below 1.0.
- The EMR of 1.0 or less is a standard which owners and clients require of construction and vendor companies during the prequalification process.
- Shook Inc.'s total recordable cases have declined for the third consecutive year.
 In February, Shook's very own Larry "Moe" Mileski, a project superintendent, was presented the Allied Construction Industries (ACI) Safe Employee Award for 2010 during the 12 th Annual ACI/OSHA Construction Safety Day. For over five years, Larry has served as project superintendent at the Ford Sharonville facility. His construction crew has removed/replaced over 1.2 million SF of concrete, erected tens of thousands of square foot of protective barriers, erected several building additions, and removed/replaced numerous pipelines. Under his supervision of more than 131,000 man-hours, there has been no lost time incident reported. His success has stemmed from emphasizing accountability to all of his crew members. He frequently rewards them for completing their work in a safe and productive manner. |
Awarded Northmont City Schools
 Our K-12 market sector continues to thrive with the recent award of the $86 million Northmont City Schools program. Matt Huelsman, LEED AP, will serve as project manager.
Shook Touchstone, a joint venture, will be providing construction management services for the new high school addition adjacent to the existing auditorium, new centrally located PK-2 building facility, HVAC improvements to five existing elementary schools, and the demolition of the existing high school.
Pending passage of the District's bond levy later this year, construction is expected to commence in mid-2013.
We are proud to continue our four-year working relationship with the Ohio School Facilities Commission (OSFC) who will be managing the District's construction program. |
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Criminal Justice Renovation at Greene County Career Center
 The Shook team was awarded this project at the Greene County Career Center in Xenia, Ohio!
This $750,000, fast-track project involves the renovation of two labs
(HVAC lab and a Machining/CNC lab) into one 9,000 SF criminal justice lab. Special features include an exercise room where students will learn how to react to various situations in the field, as well as how to use equipment such as tasers, apprehension techniques, etc. In addition, the new space will include locker rooms, classroom space and office space.
Design is already underway with construction to be completed before the next school year begins on September 19, 2011.
With over 18 years of experience, Suzanne Whisman is the project manager. She is supported by John Gudorf, project superintendent. |
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Message from our CEO
-Frank Klein
In light of Volunteer Month, we did a little research...
Did you know that according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 62.8 million Americans over the age of 16 participated in volunteer activities in 2010? Time and time again, Americans have shown their strength and compassion with volunteer efforts.
At Shook Construction, it is no different.
We enjoy helping others, whether that involves assisting our friends and neighbors in need, coaching our kids' sports teams, or donating funds and resources to charitable organizations.
As we observe Volunteer Month, I encourage you to look for ways to reach out to your fellow man in 2011. |
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Poll Results!
Last quarter, we asked your opinion of what the construction market looks like for 2011.
- 60% = Increased construction volume
- 40% = Construction volume to stay the same
New Poll: Community Involvement
Click on the link above to indicate if you or your company is involved in volunteer and community outreach efforts.
Results will be posted in our next e-newsletter in July!
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The Shook Commitment
A commitment is only as good as the company that makes it. Building facilities that are economical, reliable, and efficient has been our commitment since 1926.
Our team of construction professionals offers a single-source solution for all of your construction-related needs. Whether it's restoration, site preparation, new facility, or renovation, Shook has the experience and personnel to provide the highest quality construction services available in the market today. |
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