SIGHTINGS

Palm Beach State College Technical Education Center, Belle Glade, FLPrivate Residence, Jupiter Island, FL

Hedrick Brothers Construction was presented with the AIA Florida 2012 Builder of the Year Award on July 21 at the AIA Florida 2012 Annual Convention in Palm Beach, FL. This award recognizes a company or firm in Florida who exemplifies a sincere and genuine interest in encouraging and affecting outstanding craftsmanship and workmanship in the performance of work. Dailey Janssen Architects, FL, nominated Hedrick Brothers Construction for the team's performance on an oceanfront residential renovation in Jupiter Island, FL.

Palm Beach State College achieved LEED Platinum Certification for its Technical Education Center, Belle Glade, FL, in April 2012 from the U.S. Green Building Council. When the renovation of the campus chiller plant and power upgrades were completed and the new 28,160 square foot building came on line with the existing 50,000 square foot campus, the energy con- sumption remained the same. This immediate "green" savings impact was a great result for the entire team including Palm Beach State College, Hedrick Brothers Construction and Astorino Architects.

Award-Winning Teamwork

COVER STORY: PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER

A Conversation with John Banting, LEED AP BD+C Sustainable Construction Manager

Q: What LEED elements were incorporated into the new Palm Beach State College Technical Education Center to earn LEED Platinum? A: There were many green building elements incorporated into the building’s design from passive design features such as proper orientation to advanced active technologies like the Simply5 lighting controls and solar tubes. This high-performance structure is extremely efficient in the use of its resources using rainwater to flush the toilets, conserving electricity through the highly-insulated building envelope and window glazing with a low solar heat gain coefficient, and the addition of a photovoltaic array. The building is a superb example of a highly collaborative, well thought-out project.

Q: Why is this an exclusive designation? A: Since the inception of LEED in 1998, only 10 projects in the State of Florida have reached LEED Platinum status, and only four are educational facilities. As the 11th LEED Platinum

project in the State of Florida, earning this designation for Palm Beach State College is an honor. What is so unique about this project in comparison to other LEED Platinum projects is that its original goal was LEED Silver. Through collaboration and hard work, the project team was able to reach the goal of LEED Platinum with no additional cost to the owner. I am extremely excited not just for the project team but for the faculty and students of Palm Beach State College and the residents of the City of Belle Glade.

Q: Why is it important for construction companies to include sustainable elements when building? A: As the Sustainable Construction Manager, it is my obligation to recommend to the owner cost-effective green building solutions that will save money and resources, whether it be through reduced upfront costs or throughout the project's life cycle. It is our company's vision to create a more sustainable future, and it is important for other construction firms to embrace this path too.

Project Manager Chris Mattingly (pictured on left) participated in Career Day at Northboro Elementary School in West Palm Beach on June 1. He spoke about Construction Management to Pre-K through fourth grade students, including his daughter's first grade class. "It was a great day with the students at Northboro, and a big thank you to Bill Ruch Utility Contractor for providing the mini-excavator," said Chris.

SCHOLARSHIPThe first Hedrick Brothers Construction & Industry Partners Scholarship for the Trade and Industrial Programs was awarded at the Palm Beach State College Foundation Scholarship Dinner on April 19 in West Palm Beach. Congratulations to recipient Lazzaro Bustamante, a graduate of Glades Central High School, who recently received his

Welding Technology Vocational Certificate from Palm Beach State College.

RECOGNITION

Hedrick Brothers Construction is proud to have been a finalist for the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches 2012 Business Awards presented on May 18. Congratulations to the winners: Byron Russell, Chairman & CEO, Cheney Brothers - Business; George Elmore - Community Leader; Marvin Tanck, President & CEO, Gulfstream Goodwill Industries - Non-Profit; Penny Murphy, President, Pioneer Linens - Small Business; and Dr. Dror Paley, MD, FRCSC, Paley Advanced Limb Lengthening Institute at St. Mary's Medical Center - Health/Science Professional. Luxury Residential ■ Commercial ■ Education ■ Municipal ■ Historic Restoration ■ Sustainable/LEED

Summer 2012The Official Newsletter of Hedrick Brothers Construction

John Banting

SUMMER INTERNS — This summer, Hedrick Brothers Construction welcomed promising and energetic college student interns. We appreciate their hard work and dedication to our clients and our company:

Jasmine Edwards, Workforce Alliance Summer Youth Employment and Training Program, Junior-Florida Atlantic University.

Shligton Estime, former ACE Mentor Program, Freshman-Florida Atlantic University.

Clint Ferguson, ACE Mentor Program, Freshman-University of Florida.

Christian Griffith, Sophomore-Liberty University.

Burk Hedrick, Junior-University of Florida School of Building Construction.

Thaison Nguyen, Senior-The Pennsylvania State University.

hedrick brothers construction co., inc.2200 centrepark west drive, suite 100 west palm beach, fl 33409 561-689-8880 | www.hedrickbrothers.comCGC013137

construction management | general contracting | design-build

IN THE CLASSROOM

Chéri Pavlik and Lazzaro Bustamante

FORESIGHT

Uncompromised Excellence is the Brand Promise of Hedrick Brothers Construction. Recently a long-time team member sent me a Harvey Mackay column which exemplifies this theme and is quite relatable to how we conduct our business. The topic was Lou Holtz and

included his "3 Rules of Life" – 1) Do right, 2) Do every-thing to the best of your ability with the time allotted, and 3) Show people you care. Lou also said that he can get by with only three rules because the people you meet have three basic questions: 1) Can I trust you? 2) Are you committed to excellence? 3) Do you care about me?

Our goal at Hedrick Brothers Construction continues to make the lives of our clients simple, the process enjoyable and to do the "right thing" on their behalf. For more than 33 years, owners have trusted our team with their projects for the professionalism, ability, care and excellence provided. They are also benefitting from the added value and numerous advantages to bringing us on board early in the design process. The clients experience fewer redesigns, a smoothly run project, and a job tht finishes strong by punching out the project as activities are completed – ultimately saving the clients money and time.Congratulations are in order this summer for these examples of Uncompromised Excellence:

• Hedrick Brothers Construction receiving the AIA Florida 2012 Builder of the Year Award. AIA Palm Beach Builder of the Year Awards were obtained three of the past ten years.

• Palm Beach State College Technical Education Center achieving LEED Platinum Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. This project is the 11th Platinum certified building in Florida.

Thank you to the owners, architects, subcontractors and our team for their hard work and dedication.

Many of our team members are represented within this issue of the newsletter. They are building great projects, educating the community and being Fit-Friendly. It is our people that continue to bring value and advantages to the project owners and our company.

We are always ready to Bring Your Visions to Reality.

Dale R. Hedrick, LEED AP BD+C President

Jeff Wade has more than 34 years of construction industry experience and 19 with our company managing a diverse range of projects from Palm Beach County Capital Improvements and luxury residential to tenant improvements and Worth Avenue boutiques. As the Project Manager he said, "Being a native of West Palm Beach, it’s great to be able to be part of the improvements for an attraction that means so much to the community." Jeff has a B.S. in Building Construction from the University of Florida. He lives with his family in Lake Clarke Shores and enjoys fishing, gardening and sporting events.

Grissell Santana has more than 15 years of construction industry experience and five years as a Project Coordinator with our company for projects including the Boys & Girls Clubs in Riviera Beach and West Palm Beach and Banyan Creek Elementary School in Delray Beach. Grissell is "excited about this opportunity to work with a leading South Florida Museum." She is currently working toward a Sustainable/Building Construction Specialist Certificate through Palm Beach State College, lives in Boynton Beach and enjoys interior design, yoga and kickboxing.

Eric McNamee has worked in the construction industry for more than 20 years and six with our company as a Superintendent for commercial projects from office renovations and new warehouses to Palm Beach County Capital Improvement projects. Eric said, "What I like about this project is that we will be giving a facelift to a dated building and making it a better experience for visitors of all ages to the museum." Eric has an Associates degree in Construction Technology from Vincennes University and a Building Construction Management degree from Purdue University. He lives in Lake Worth and plays golf in his spare time.

Dale R. Hedrick

BUILDING FOR OUR COMMUNITY South Florida Science Museum, West Palm Beach, FL

PROJECT UPDATES

EDUCATION

"It is great working on projects that benefit our youth - so what better project than a science museum. We are exploring ideas to highlight technology used in the construction and operation of the facility as

educational displays in the museum," said Don Jones, Vice President.

Indian Trails Improvement District Recreation CenterLoxahatchee, FLHedrick Brothers Construction has been selected as Construction Manager at Risk by the Indian Trails Improvement District for the new approximately 19,000 square foot Recreation Center located in Acreage Community Park, 140th Avenue North, Loxahatchee, FL. Hedrick Brothers Construction: Don Jones, Vice President, Rick Ricalton, Senior Project Manager, Grissell Santana, Project Coordinator; Architect: Tercilla Courtemanche Architects.

NOAA, Miami, FLThe three-story, 60,000 square foot interior facility renovation of the National Marine Fisheries Service Southeast Fisheries Science Center U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has been completed.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Jack Ullrich, Vice President; Rick Ricalton, Senior Project Manager; Tanya Stiles, Project Coordinator; Doug Thomas, Superintendent. Architect: Black & Veatch.

Palm Beach County Capital Improvements DivisionHedrick Brothers Construction has been re-selected by Palm Beach County as Construction Manager at Risk for Various Projects on a Continuing Contract Basis, for a period of two years, with one, two-year renewal option. The selected Construction Managers provide preconstruction and construction services and will be responsible for constructing the projects pursuant to a contractually guaranteed maximum price.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Jack Ullrich, Vice President.

Hedrick Brothers Construction has been selected as Construction Manager for the 13,500 square foot expansion and renovation of the South Florida Science Museum located at 4801 Dreher Trail North in West Palm Beach, FL. The project will include: a new aquarium with three Florida-centric themes of the gulf stream and ocean fishes, reef environments and the Everglades; a hurricane chamber; a science on a sphere globe; and an interactive Everglades adventure with features such as a simulated airboat ride and a water table that shows how water flows through the Rivers of Grass. Completion is scheduled for April 2013.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Don Jones, Vice President; Jeff Wade, Project Manager; Grissell Santana, Project Coordinator; Eric McNamee, Superintendent. Architect: Song+Associates, Inc.

A 22,164 square foot renovation and new construction project to an oceanfront Palm Beach residence is currently on schedule. The main, guest and pool houses are all in process as is the exterior painting, landscaping, irrigation, patios, walkways and pool refurbishment.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Gene Parker, Executive Vice President; Brian Casey, Project Manager; Chris Mattingly, Project Manager; Sandy Scanlon, Project Coordinator; Glenn Bear, Superintendent. Architect: Ferguson & Shamamian Architects.

MUNICIPAL

Oxbridge Academy of the Palm BeachesWest Palm Beach, FLThe Fall 2012 school year at Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches will have 265 students in grades 9-11 on its 56 acre campus. Construction projects are ongoing to develop and enhance the student setting. Recently completed site work includes the reconfiguring of the lake to expand the existing multi-purpose athletic fields for varsity competition. Summer projects consist of a new 3,600 square foot building for four classrooms, additional interior renovation for a new classroom and a science lab, a 10,000 square foot second gymnasium, and two new fields as part of the athletic facilities expansion. "This private, independent high school is the foresight of founder William I. Koch, and an exceptional opportunity for high school students. We appreciate the diligent work of our partner Hedrick Brothers Construction to bring our vision to reality for these students," said Steve Cohen, General Counsel, Vice President and Director of Facilities.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Jack Ullrich, Vice President; Jim Kleen II, Project Manager; Berretta Davis, Project Coordinator. Architect: Glidden, Spina & Partners.

Jim Kleen II and Steve Cohen

On May 5, more than 150 members of the Belle Glade community came together for the official groundbreaking of the new School District of Palm Beach County $28,000,000, 121,000 square foot, five building modernization of Gove Elementary School. Principal Darren Edgecomb introduced the fourth grade student who read his winning essay "What the New Gove Means to Me," School Board Member Marcia Andrews praised the teachers and administrators for their dedication to the students, and the multi-cultural dance class and school's steel drum orchestra performed. Completed Phase 1 work included the removal of 60,000 cubic yards of muck soil and 150,000 cubic yards of import select fill to prepare the site. Phase 2 vertical construction is underway, and completion is expected for the 2013 school year. The project is anticipating silver certification underneath LEED for Schools. Hedrick Brothers Construction: Jack Ullrich, Vice President; Tony Mish, Project Manager; John Richardson, Assistant Project Manager; Yolando Donado, Project Accountant; Rusty Boatwright, Superintendent. Teaming Partner: Asset Builders. Architectural Team: MPA Architects and Tercilla Courtemanche Architects.

RESIDENTIAL

The Hedrick Brothers Construction workplace has been recognized by the American Heart Association with the 2012 Fit-Friendly Gold Achievement for meeting criteria for employee wellness.

Jen Mora of the American Heart Association, West Palm Beach, FL, presents HB's Wellness Committee with the Fit-Friendly award. Pictured from left are Robyn Chamberlain Clark, Rick Ricalton, Grissell Santana, Tanya Stiles, Diane Harper, Jen Mora, Eric Engstrom, Barbara Laing, John Banting and James Pegg.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Gove Elementary SchoolBelle Glade, FL

MPA Architects Rick Logan; Tercilla Courtemanche Architects Rene Tercilla; Gove Elementary School Principal Darren Edgecomb; Hedrick Brothers Construction Dale Hedrick, Palm Beach County School Board Member Marcia Andrews; Hedrick Brothers Construction Jack Ullrich; Asset Builders Angela and Wayne Messam; Belle Glade Mayor Steve Wilson; and Port of Palm Beach Commissioner and Chairman Wayne Richards.

Eric McNamee, Don Jones, Grissell Santana and Jeff Wade

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM

This workplace has been recognized by the American Heart Association

for meeting criteria for employee wellness.

Fit-Friendly CompanyFriendly Comp

GOLD

TM

AIA Floridabuilder of the year 2012

AIA Palm Beachbuilder of the year 2011, 2007, 2001

FORESIGHT

Uncompromised Excellence is the Brand Promise of Hedrick Brothers Construction. Recently a long-time team member sent me a Harvey Mackay column which exemplifies this theme and is quite relatable to how we conduct our business. The topic was Lou Holtz and

included his "3 Rules of Life" – 1) Do right, 2) Do every-thing to the best of your ability with the time allotted, and 3) Show people you care. Lou also said that he can get by with only three rules because the people you meet have three basic questions: 1) Can I trust you? 2) Are you committed to excellence? 3) Do you care about me?

Our goal at Hedrick Brothers Construction continues to make the lives of our clients simple, the process enjoyable and to do the "right thing" on their behalf. For more than 33 years, owners have trusted our team with their projects for the professionalism, ability, care and excellence provided. They are also benefitting from the added value and numerous advantages to bringing us on board early in the design process. The clients experience fewer redesigns, a smoothly run project, and a job tht finishes strong by punching out the project as activities are completed – ultimately saving the clients money and time.Congratulations are in order this summer for these examples of Uncompromised Excellence:

• Hedrick Brothers Construction receiving the AIA Florida 2012 Builder of the Year Award. AIA Palm Beach Builder of the Year Awards were obtained three of the past ten years.

• Palm Beach State College Technical Education Center achieving LEED Platinum Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. This project is the 11th Platinum certified building in Florida.

Thank you to the owners, architects, subcontractors and our team for their hard work and dedication.

Many of our team members are represented within this issue of the newsletter. They are building great projects, educating the community and being Fit-Friendly. It is our people that continue to bring value and advantages to the project owners and our company.

We are always ready to Bring Your Visions to Reality.

Dale R. Hedrick, LEED AP BD+C President

Jeff Wade has more than 34 years of construction industry experience and 19 with our company managing a diverse range of projects from Palm Beach County Capital Improvements and luxury residential to tenant improvements and Worth Avenue boutiques. As the Project Manager he said, "Being a native of West Palm Beach, it’s great to be able to be part of the improvements for an attraction that means so much to the community." Jeff has a B.S. in Building Construction from the University of Florida. He lives with his family in Lake Clarke Shores and enjoys fishing, gardening and sporting events.

Grissell Santana has more than 15 years of construction industry experience and five years as a Project Coordinator with our company for projects including the Boys & Girls Clubs in Riviera Beach and West Palm Beach and Banyan Creek Elementary School in Delray Beach. Grissell is "excited about this opportunity to work with a leading South Florida Museum." She is currently working toward a Sustainable/Building Construction Specialist Certificate through Palm Beach State College, lives in Boynton Beach and enjoys interior design, yoga and kickboxing.

Eric McNamee has worked in the construction industry for more than 20 years and six with our company as a Superintendent for commercial projects from office renovations and new warehouses to Palm Beach County Capital Improvement projects. Eric said, "What I like about this project is that we will be giving a facelift to a dated building and making it a better experience for visitors of all ages to the museum." Eric has an Associates degree in Construction Technology from Vincennes University and a Building Construction Management degree from Purdue University. He lives in Lake Worth and plays golf in his spare time.

Dale R. Hedrick

BUILDING FOR OUR COMMUNITY South Florida Science Museum, West Palm Beach, FL

PROJECT UPDATES

EDUCATION

"It is great working on projects that benefit our youth - so what better project than a science museum. We are exploring ideas to highlight technology used in the construction and operation of the facility as

educational displays in the museum," said Don Jones, Vice President.

Indian Trails Improvement District Recreation CenterLoxahatchee, FLHedrick Brothers Construction has been selected as Construction Manager at Risk by the Indian Trails Improvement District for the new approximately 19,000 square foot Recreation Center located in Acreage Community Park, 140th Avenue North, Loxahatchee, FL. Hedrick Brothers Construction: Don Jones, Vice President, Rick Ricalton, Senior Project Manager, Grissell Santana, Project Coordinator; Architect: Tercilla Courtemanche Architects.

NOAA, Miami, FLThe three-story, 60,000 square foot interior facility renovation of the National Marine Fisheries Service Southeast Fisheries Science Center U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has been completed.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Jack Ullrich, Vice President; Rick Ricalton, Senior Project Manager; Tanya Stiles, Project Coordinator; Doug Thomas, Superintendent. Architect: Black & Veatch.

Palm Beach County Capital Improvements DivisionHedrick Brothers Construction has been re-selected by Palm Beach County as Construction Manager at Risk for Various Projects on a Continuing Contract Basis, for a period of two years, with one, two-year renewal option. The selected Construction Managers provide preconstruction and construction services and will be responsible for constructing the projects pursuant to a contractually guaranteed maximum price.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Jack Ullrich, Vice President.

Hedrick Brothers Construction has been selected as Construction Manager for the 13,500 square foot expansion and renovation of the South Florida Science Museum located at 4801 Dreher Trail North in West Palm Beach, FL. The project will include: a new aquarium with three Florida-centric themes of the gulf stream and ocean fishes, reef environments and the Everglades; a hurricane chamber; a science on a sphere globe; and an interactive Everglades adventure with features such as a simulated airboat ride and a water table that shows how water flows through the Rivers of Grass. Completion is scheduled for April 2013.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Don Jones, Vice President; Jeff Wade, Project Manager; Grissell Santana, Project Coordinator; Eric McNamee, Superintendent. Architect: Song+Associates, Inc.

A 22,164 square foot renovation and new construction project to an oceanfront Palm Beach residence is currently on schedule. The main, guest and pool houses are all in process as is the exterior painting, landscaping, irrigation, patios, walkways and pool refurbishment.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Gene Parker, Executive Vice President; Brian Casey, Project Manager; Chris Mattingly, Project Manager; Sandy Scanlon, Project Coordinator; Glenn Bear, Superintendent. Architect: Ferguson & Shamamian Architects.

MUNICIPAL

Oxbridge Academy of the Palm BeachesWest Palm Beach, FLThe Fall 2012 school year at Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches will have 265 students in grades 9-11 on its 56 acre campus. Construction projects are ongoing to develop and enhance the student setting. Recently completed site work includes the reconfiguring of the lake to expand the existing multi-purpose athletic fields for varsity competition. Summer projects consist of a new 3,600 square foot building for four classrooms, additional interior renovation for a new classroom and a science lab, a 10,000 square foot second gymnasium, and two new fields as part of the athletic facilities expansion. "This private, independent high school is the foresight of founder William I. Koch, and an exceptional opportunity for high school students. We appreciate the diligent work of our partner Hedrick Brothers Construction to bring our vision to reality for these students," said Steve Cohen, General Counsel, Vice President and Director of Facilities.Hedrick Brothers Construction: Jack Ullrich, Vice President; Jim Kleen II, Project Manager; Berretta Davis, Project Coordinator. Architect: Glidden, Spina & Partners.

Jim Kleen II and Steve Cohen

On May 5, more than 150 members of the Belle Glade community came together for the official groundbreaking of the new School District of Palm Beach County $28,000,000, 121,000 square foot, five building modernization of Gove Elementary School. Principal Darren Edgecomb introduced the fourth grade student who read his winning essay "What the New Gove Means to Me," School Board Member Marcia Andrews praised the teachers and administrators for their dedication to the students, and the multi-cultural dance class and school's steel drum orchestra performed. Completed Phase 1 work included the removal of 60,000 cubic yards of muck soil and 150,000 cubic yards of import select fill to prepare the site. Phase 2 vertical construction is underway, and completion is expected for the 2013 school year. The project is anticipating silver certification underneath LEED for Schools. Hedrick Brothers Construction: Jack Ullrich, Vice President; Tony Mish, Project Manager; John Richardson, Assistant Project Manager; Yolando Donado, Project Accountant; Rusty Boatwright, Superintendent. Teaming Partner: Asset Builders. Architectural Team: MPA Architects and Tercilla Courtemanche Architects.

RESIDENTIAL

The Hedrick Brothers Construction workplace has been recognized by the American Heart Association with the 2012 Fit-Friendly Gold Achievement for meeting criteria for employee wellness.

Jen Mora of the American Heart Association, West Palm Beach, FL, presents HB's Wellness Committee with the Fit-Friendly award. Pictured from left are Robyn Chamberlain Clark, Rick Ricalton, Grissell Santana, Tanya Stiles, Diane Harper, Jen Mora, Eric Engstrom, Barbara Laing, John Banting and James Pegg.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Gove Elementary SchoolBelle Glade, FL

MPA Architects Rick Logan; Tercilla Courtemanche Architects Rene Tercilla; Gove Elementary School Principal Darren Edgecomb; Hedrick Brothers Construction Dale Hedrick, Palm Beach County School Board Member Marcia Andrews; Hedrick Brothers Construction Jack Ullrich; Asset Builders Angela and Wayne Messam; Belle Glade Mayor Steve Wilson; and Port of Palm Beach Commissioner and Chairman Wayne Richards.

Eric McNamee, Don Jones, Grissell Santana and Jeff Wade

MEET THE PROJECT TEAM

This workplace has been recognized by the American Heart Association

for meeting criteria for employee wellness.

Fit-Friendly CompanyFriendly Comp

GOLD

TM

AIA Floridabuilder of the year 2012

AIA Palm Beachbuilder of the year 2011, 2007, 2001

SIGHTINGS

Palm Beach State College Technical Education Center, Belle Glade, FLPrivate Residence, Jupiter Island, FL

Hedrick Brothers Construction was presented with the AIA Florida 2012 Builder of the Year Award on July 21 at the AIA Florida 2012 Annual Convention in Palm Beach, FL. This award recognizes a company or firm in Florida who exemplifies a sincere and genuine interest in encouraging and affecting outstanding craftsmanship and workmanship in the performance of work. Dailey Janssen Architects, FL, nominated Hedrick Brothers Construction for the team's performance on an oceanfront residential renovation in Jupiter Island, FL.

Palm Beach State College achieved LEED Platinum Certification for its Technical Education Center, Belle Glade, FL, in April 2012 from the U.S. Green Building Council. When the renovation of the campus chiller plant and power upgrades were completed and the new 28,160 square foot building came on line with the existing 50,000 square foot campus, the energy con- sumption remained the same. This immediate "green" savings impact was a great result for the entire team including Palm Beach State College, Hedrick Brothers Construction and Astorino Architects.

Award-Winning Teamwork

COVER STORY: PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER

A Conversation with John Banting, LEED AP BD+C Sustainable Construction Manager

Q: What LEED elements were incorporated into the new Palm Beach State College Technical Education Center to earn LEED Platinum? A: There were many green building elements incorporated into the building’s design from passive design features such as proper orientation to advanced active technologies like the Simply5 lighting controls and solar tubes. This high-performance structure is extremely efficient in the use of its resources using rainwater to flush the toilets, conserving electricity through the highly-insulated building envelope and window glazing with a low solar heat gain coefficient, and the addition of a photovoltaic array. The building is a superb example of a highly collaborative, well thought-out project.

Q: Why is this an exclusive designation? A: Since the inception of LEED in 1998, only 10 projects in the State of Florida have reached LEED Platinum status, and only four are educational facilities. As the 11th LEED Platinum

project in the State of Florida, earning this designation for Palm Beach State College is an honor. What is so unique about this project in comparison to other LEED Platinum projects is that its original goal was LEED Silver. Through collaboration and hard work, the project team was able to reach the goal of LEED Platinum with no additional cost to the owner. I am extremely excited not just for the project team but for the faculty and students of Palm Beach State College and the residents of the City of Belle Glade.

Q: Why is it important for construction companies to include sustainable elements when building? A: As the Sustainable Construction Manager, it is my obligation to recommend to the owner cost-effective green building solutions that will save money and resources, whether it be through reduced upfront costs or throughout the project's life cycle. It is our company's vision to create a more sustainable future, and it is important for other construction firms to embrace this path too.

Project Manager Chris Mattingly (pictured on left) participated in Career Day at Northboro Elementary School in West Palm Beach on June 1. He spoke about Construction Management to Pre-K through fourth grade students, including his daughter's first grade class. "It was a great day with the students at Northboro, and a big thank you to Bill Ruch Utility Contractor for providing the mini-excavator," said Chris.

SCHOLARSHIPThe first Hedrick Brothers Construction & Industry Partners Scholarship for the Trade and Industrial Programs was awarded at the Palm Beach State College Foundation Scholarship Dinner on April 19 in West Palm Beach. Congratulations to recipient Lazzaro Bustamante, a graduate of Glades Central High School, who recently received his

Welding Technology Vocational Certificate from Palm Beach State College.

RECOGNITION

Hedrick Brothers Construction is proud to have been a finalist for the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches 2012 Business Awards presented on May 18. Congratulations to the winners: Byron Russell, Chairman & CEO, Cheney Brothers - Business; George Elmore - Community Leader; Marvin Tanck, President & CEO, Gulfstream Goodwill Industries - Non-Profit; Penny Murphy, President, Pioneer Linens - Small Business; and Dr. Dror Paley, MD, FRCSC, Paley Advanced Limb Lengthening Institute at St. Mary's Medical Center - Health/Science Professional. Luxury Residential ■ Commercial ■ Education ■ Municipal ■ Historic Restoration ■ Sustainable/LEED

Summer 2012The Official Newsletter of Hedrick Brothers Construction

John Banting

SUMMER INTERNS — This summer, Hedrick Brothers Construction welcomed promising and energetic college student interns. We appreciate their hard work and dedication to our clients and our company:

Jasmine Edwards, Workforce Alliance Summer Youth Employment and Training Program, Junior-Florida Atlantic University.

Shligton Estime, former ACE Mentor Program, Freshman-Florida Atlantic University.

Clint Ferguson, ACE Mentor Program, Freshman-University of Florida.

Christian Griffith, Sophomore-Liberty University.

Burk Hedrick, Junior-University of Florida School of Building Construction.

Thaison Nguyen, Senior-The Pennsylvania State University.

hedrick brothers construction co., inc.2200 centrepark west drive, suite 100 west palm beach, fl 33409 561-689-8880 | www.hedrickbrothers.comCGC013137

construction management | general contracting | design-build

IN THE CLASSROOM

Chéri Pavlik and Lazzaro Bustamante