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Collaboration: The Key for Successful Delivery of Major Biopharma Projects
Construction of biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities is distinguished by technical complexity, thorough logistics, and increased speed. Without a doubt, a collaborative partner mindset is a “must” to ensure a robust project execution plan that engages all project stakeholders including...
Building with Purpose: Earth Week at Gilbane
In celebration of Earth Week at Gilbane, we are excited to present a special Q&A session with our Executive Sustainability Officer Tabitha Scott. This conversation delves into the heart of our commitment to sustainability, exploring the principles that guide our…
Supporting Mental Health in Every Student Housing Development
In recent years, the discussion around mental health has surged, shining a spotlight on the profound impact of our physical surroundings. As developer and owner of student housing communities, we hold a steadfast commitment to the well-being of our residents….
Putting People First: Katherine Johnson on Gilbane’s Culture and Employee Appreciation
As we celebrate Employee Appreciation Week at Gilbane Building Company, we are pleased to share a conversation with our Chief People Officer, Katherine Johnson. In this Q&A, Katherine delves into the essence of employee appreciation, its impact on job satisfaction…
Gilbane Cares: Ensuring Student Safety on an Active Higher Education Jobsite
For over 154 years, Gilbane has been driven by our commitment to providing a safe work environment for our project teams, partners, and communities. This commitment is reinforced through several key safety practices for construction sites that include continual education…
Gilbane’s Safety Culture Earns OSHA Voluntary Protection Program Recognition
Gilbane Federal was recently awarded recognition by the U.S. Occupational and Health Administration (OSHA) as a participant in the OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). As a VPP-certified contractor, Gilbane is recognized as an occupational health and safety industry leader for…
Intern to Leader: Building a Career and Community at Gilbane
Construction projects from high-rise office towers to state-of-the-art healthcare facilities transform our cities and towns. But it’s the people behind these projects that transform our communities. That’s why investing in people – starting with interns – is one of the…
Efficient Prefabrication: Key to Client Satisfaction and Timely Delivery Case Study: B. Braun Medical Inc.
The life sciences community is making great strides in discovering novel drugs and groundbreaking therapies that help prevent and cure rare and chronic diseases with greater efficacy. Behind these remarkable breakthroughs are the state-of-the-art buildings and facilities where these advancements…
From Blueprints to Buildings: Joanna Kripp’s Journey in Construction
Joanna Kripp began her construction career in 1982 with Gilbane Building Company. With now 40+ years of experience in the industry, she leads what is currently the largest healthcare construction project underway in the U.S., the Indiana University Health (IU…
Lifecycle Building Data – Key to Unlocking Optimized Operations and Maintenance
Your building is talking; are you listening? Buildings are just like you and me. Susceptible to drastic temperature swings, weather exposure, how hard they are used and how well they are taken care of. Buildings sag, get sick, gain weight,…
The Innovators Dilemma: Exploit and Explore
The “Spark Team” plays a pivotal role in Gilbane’s efforts to drive innovation and operational efficiency. This group not only fosters better engagement in the industry ecosystem but also supports a disciplined approach to evaluating technology solutions for our teams….
