Issue 02 // September 2016
News & Events
Project SPotlight: Wonder Porcelain
Focus on the Field
THE HARD HAT NEWS
FeaturedProjects
inSide thiS iSSue:Owner’s Corner
Announcements
New Faces at TWF
PolariS Manufacturing
T . W . F R I E R S O N C O N T R A C T O R , I N C .
Whether you’ve heard it referred to as Nowville, Nashvegas, or the new It City, Nashville is the place to be. People from all over the country
want to move, work and raise a Family here. We hear public officials and medial outlets throw out figures ranging from 50 to more than 100 people move to Nashville each day as they promote and chronicle Nashville’s recent boom years. Dean and I have experienced this first hand in our interview process with potential employees and are simply amazed by how many young people are moving here. We ask questions like, “Why are you coming to Nashville?” and “Do you have Family in the area?” Almost every response is, “No Family. I just want to be in Nashville. It is a great place to be!” As native Nashvillians, Dean and I scratch our head and simply think, “Really?”
The law of supply and demand is in full force. We are experiencing construction material prices rising anywhere from 20% to 30% within one year! As a result, fees in almost every aspect of our work are increasing as well. The most critical cost area we are addressing is wages - qualified people are in the highest demand. Our industry is at a major crossroads: people who left construction during the recession have not returned to the industry, and in this current boom we simply cannot find and hire enough talent. The new hires are requesting more, and in return we are adjusting to the current hiring climate.
In an effort to mitigate costs to our owners and to take care of our employees to the best of our ability, we have implemented a Lean Program. Our primary goal is to uncover ways to be more efficient, and gain tangible
measurement data on our practices. The need to work more efficiently is driven by our Lean Program, as well as the understanding that we cannot hire enough skilled tradesmen right now. Our long term goal is to eliminate the need for our crews to work overtime. This will take focus and effort - communicating and learning from both successes and failures. Our Lean Practices are a result of our Lean Principles - we have a deep rooted understanding that the long term benefit of adopting these practices will result in a better place to work for our employees with probable higher pay. This will in turn allow us to hire and keep the best individuals who want to be in the construction industry.
As we complete our first year in our new space, it is very important to us to recognize the contributions each person in the TWF Family makes to ensure our collective success. Dean and I thank each and every person for what you do every day with T.W. Frierson.
Provided by Del HickmanCo-Owner/Executive Vice President
naShville iS red hot!
“The most critical cost area we are addressing
is wages - qualified people are in the highest
demand.”
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uPcoMing holidayS join our te aMAre you ready for some turkey and dressing? T. W. Frierson observes the following holidays and the main office will be closed on these days:
Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 24, 2016
Christmas Eve – Friday, December 23, 2016
Christmas Day – Monday, December 26, 2016
New Year’s Day – Monday, January 2, 2017
We are always searching for hard working, talented team members to provide excellent construction services! Job openings are updated regularly on the “Join Our Team” page of the company website.
www.twfrierson.com/join-our-team
After almost 20 years with TWF, Joe Street is hanging up his hardhat and stepping into
retirement. Joe shares this nugget of leadership wisdom with us:
haPPy retireMent
joe Street!
“I was always of the opinion that great leaders are great simplifiers. With that in mind, my job became quite simple... I only had to do two things – take really good care of our customers, and take really good care of our employees. If I did that, everything
else seemed to fall in place.”The construction industry is projected to grow by 22% through 2022.
For every five people who leave the trades, only one replacement is supplied by apprenticeship programs.
www.gobuildtennessee.com
Meet the neWeSt MeMberS of the tWf faMily!
Job Title: Project Manager
Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina
If you could only eat one thing for a year, what would it be? Jimmy Johns!
What is one goal you would like to accomplish in your lifetime? Traveling around the world.
If you could visit any place in the world, where would you choose to go and why? Scotland. See the scenery, and to play on all the golf courses.
If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would it be? Energetic, reliable & driven
If you were in a talent competition, what would your talent be? Playing and teaching golf!
Job Title: On-Site Project Management Assistant, Wonder Porcelain
Hometown: Pupukea, HawaiiWhat do you enjoy most about your job? I enjoy being a part of an industry that creates jobs from the start to beyond the turn key. I also love being challenged and being able learn something new daily.
What is one goal you would like to accomplish in your lifetime? One of my goals is to visit every Castle in the European theatre.
If you could visit any place in the world, where would you choose to go and why? I have 2 – Ireland and Scotland; they are the 2 places I was unable to visit when I lived in Germany.
Share one thing most people here don’t know about you: I had spent my childhood, teen, and young adult years surfing, skateboarding, and mountain biking. All of which I am paying for now!
Job TItle: Project Manager
Hometown: Gig Harbor, Washington
What do you enjoy most about your job? I enjoy coming to work and being around exceptional people who make me want to be better at what I do and make me an overall better person.
If you could only eat one thing for a year, what would it be? Only eat one thing for a year? I’d rather get beat with a 2x4 every day for a year instead of giving up food.
What is one goal you would like to accomplish in your lifetime? I’ve ran a half marathon once, so maybe a full marathon. Then again, maybe not.
If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would it be? Ask my wife. She’ll give you more than three words.
If you could have one super human power, what would it be? Ability to drive a golf ball dead straight for 300+ yards.
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Jasmine amakos
Josh Carroll
eriC Bowman
Polaris Manufacturing successfully opens their first ever “green field”
production facilityInclusive of design and construction, T.W. Frierson
Contractor, Inc. put Polaris in their first Greenfield production facility in a little over ten and one half (10.5) months. This 840,000 square foot building consists of everything from Raw Material Delivery, Fabrication, Metal Paint lines, Injection Molding, Administrative Offices, Engineering Offices, a Visitor’s Center, Final Assembly, a full service Cafeteria, Training Center, and Shipping.
The greatest challenge on this project was the speed; when the decision was made to move with this facility, they were ready to go immediately! It was a significant challenge to get the plant completed and start producing vehicles for sale to the public within their time-frame.The critical milestones and the overall concept behind the speed of the project were the major elements that made this tremendous project special. Our strategy for accomplishing this challenge started with elements of an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) method; we gathered all parties and communicated openly across lines of scope and expertise to develop the original concept plan and narrative. Our designers and pre-construction team moved into action with another visit to the Polaris facility where intensive programming sessions were undertaken. Establishing a fiduciary responsibility and tie to the Owner’s vision, allowed T.W. Frierson Contractor, Inc. and Design Constructors, Inc. to work closely with the Polaris team to provide immediate and prudent feedback through the earliest and most impactful decisions affecting the project.
T.W. Frierson’s philosophy has always been to have a plan in place before you mobilize on the site. The Pre-Construction Manager may be the individual that initiates the plan, but the Project Manager, John French and the Superintendent, Tommy Manley are the project’s real managers. With a critical schedule, and required milestones dates, a CPM sequence of all tasks was outlined showing man-power resources at different areas, during the various phases of the project. This assured that all parties could manage their people, equipment and available hours so that the schedule would be maintained.
With the extreme heat on the roof and the size of the facility, we looked to get Lean, and find a way to work smarter, faster, and safer. The crew led by Superintendent Alan Quam, came up with an innovative method to roll roof sheets up the ridge of the facility, which saved us time, energy, and ultimately provided greater safety benefits to our guys on the roof.
In addition to prudent third party testing, we have developed a zero punchlist philosophy. Our adoption of this philosophy is even more critical on a project where once an area is turned over to the Owner and their process work initiated, the interference and cost of minimal corrections is astronomical. Our on-site Project Management team started utilizing PLANGRID software to immediately document deficiencies, and deliver photographs with corresponding plan sheets to the responsible entity. This continual review was all done at progressive stages throughout construction corresponding to the milestones, so that when an area was turned over to the Owner, it was complete.
Polaris Slingshot and Ranger off-road vehicles begin rolling off the line in Huntsville, Alabama.
“This was a great experience, and a fantastic facility of which to have been a part. Polaris is an iconic brand that will continue to proliferate around the world as they expand their lines and continue to evolve. We hope to support them in any way possible.”
- David Bockian, Sr. Vice President
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fe atured ProjectSt.W. frierSon contractor, inc. WorkS With a variety of clientS, Many on an on-going baSiS, in the develoPMent and conStruction of induStrial coMPlexeS, diStribution centerS, Medical facilitieS, hotelS, bankS, churcheS, Senior living faciliiteS, coMMercial buildingS and tenant iMProveMentS.
NISSAN SLC EXPANSION Smyrna, TNProject Manager: Brent EdwardsSuperintendent: Shannon PattersonProject Size: 92,000 sq. ft.Description: This project consists of a building addition infilling between three existing buildings to improve Nissan’s supplier logistics and expand projection space. The building will be air conditioned necessitating installation of a new chiller and chilled water piping system.
DENSOMaryville, TNProject Manager: John FrenchSuperintendent: Dave GodbyProject Size: 190,000 sq.ft.Description: This project consists of the construction of a new 190,000 SF warehouse. The warehouse allows DMTN to consolidate its various warehouse operations in the Maryville area and free up manufacturing space that can be used to produce products, such as head-up displays, instrument clusters and electronic control units. This project is scheduled for completion by February 2017.
NISSAN STADIUM, SUITE REMODELNashville, TNProject Manager: John FrenchSuperintendent: Tony CamposProject Size: 1,200 sq. ft.Description: Interior renovations have been completed at Nissan Stadium, for Nissan’s own Stadium Suite. The renovation consisted of taking one double suite, and a neighboring small suite, and combining it into one large suite that is more conducive to entertaining guests. IDS provided the architectural and interior design for this project. The complete renovation included demolition and replacement of the ceiling, interior walls, flooring and casework. LVT flooring now flanks the entire suite, new casework, and solid surface countertops and bar tops add to the space’s refreshed aesthetics. Contemporary feature lighting over the two bar areas enhance the updated, modern design. Additionally, a sliding barn door allows privacy for the adjoining executive suite. All work was completed in just 3.5 weeks.
JOY CHURCH, THE LANDING Mt. Juliet, TNProject Manager: Dillon PotterSuperintendent: Ken SmithProject Size: 12,500 sq. ft.Description: This project consists of a 12,500 sq.ft. new multi-purpose building. This facility is located on the same campus TWF constructed in 2014. This space will be equipped with a basketball court, youth game areas, and will have a food pantry to serve the community. The project has a 7 month schedule and is scheduled for completion by mid February 2017.
SPRING HILL SMILESSpring Hill, TNProject Manager: Dillon PotterSuperintendent: Scott PetersonProject Size: 12,000 sq. ft.Description: Construction of a new 12,000 sq. ft. dental office for Todd and Terrah Larrabee. This “full service” dental office includes both exam and surgical rooms. With a 7 ½ month schedule, this project is scheduled for completion by the end of March 2017.
The DENSO ground-breaking event was held on July 21, 2016. Several members of the T.W. Frierson team made it out to Maryville, TN for this special occasion.
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News &
EventsIt gives us great pleasure to announce the award of an extraordinary opportunity that is in our own backyard of middle TN. Due to our strong business relationship with Hillwood Construction Services, T.W. Frierson has been selected as the general contractor for the construction of 622,000 SF and 301,000 SF distribution facilities in Smyrna, TN (these facilities will be built simultaneously). Our local dominance in this market, coupled by the geographic location of the project is evidenced by our portfolio of similar projects in the area. We have constructed well over 5,000,000 SF of distribution facilities within a 5 mile radius of the subject property!
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TWF University - Year 3
TWF University will continue to be a program with the primary focus of developing select field employees as future leaders; however, this year there will be seats available that may be filled with other TWF employees. The Company is making a significant investment in this program. Each session will build upon the prior session, and there will be activities in every class requiring participation.
This year, we are changing it up and the entire program will be devoted to a customized Dale Carnegie mini leadership course, taught by Mark Roberts, a long-time instructor with Dale Carnegie Training of Tennessee.
At T.W. Frierson we proudly invest in the development and continued education of all of our employees. We are very excited to offer exceptional opportunities and are looking forward to kicking off the 3rd year of TWF University!
t.W. frierSon’S 16th annual golf tournaMentrecaP:
T.W. Frierson Contractor, Inc. held their 16th Annual Golf Tournament benefitting the American Heart Association on Monday, August 22nd. We couldn’t have asked for better weather and wish to express our gratitude for the continuous support we have received year after year.
W e W e r e a b l e t o r a i S e o v e r $ 5 5 , 0 0 0 t o d o n a t e t o t h e a M e r i c a n h e a r t a S S o c i a t i o n !
a QuiCk look at the numBers:
• 52 Teams Played in this Year’s Tournament (That’s 208 Golfers)!
• 19 Hole Sponsors• 8 Lunch/Reception
Sponsors
P r o j e c t S P o t l i g h t :Wonder PorcelainWork is underway at Wonder Porcelain Group in the construction of their new state of the art manufacturing
complex in Lebanon, Tennessee. Designed by Design Innovation Architects, the new facility is situated on approximately 150 acres in the Cherry Farm Industrial Park. The 515,000 sq. ft. advanced manufacturing plant will give them the capability to produce glazed porcelain, technical color body, rectified, polished, and large format tile, and allow them to introduce advanced manufacturing capabilities and proprietary production processes that have not been previously utilized in domestic tile production. An additional 190,000 SF warehouse and adjacent office complete the facility.
Led by Senior Project Manager, Andy Zimmerman, and Project Superintendents Joe Slate and Jason Watson, construction began in June 2016, and the plant will become operational in Spring 2017. T.W. Frierson Contractor, Inc. is utilizing our self-performance capabilities, and will be doing the concrete tilt up panels with our own personnel. Design Systems Builders, Inc. is supplying and erecting the 686,293 sq. ft. Butler Pre-Engineered Building.
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focuS on the field
Advance Auto PartsLa Vergne, TennesseeProject Manager: Todd MorrisSuperintendent: Jeff Waggoner
Brentwood United Methodist - Columbarium ExpansionBrentwood, TennesseeProject Manager: Del HickmanSuperintendent: Jorge Leal
DENSO Maryville, TennesseeProject Manager: John French & Matthew HowellSuperintendent: Dave Godbey & Ray Woodby
Dimension at Mallory ParkBrentwood, TennesseeProject Manager: Luke MaddoxSuperintendent: Bill Thrasher
Harvest HandsNashville, TennesseeProject Manager: Dillon PotterSuperintendent: Randy Lane
Joy Church – The LandingMt. Juliet, TennesseeProject Manager: Dillon PotterSuperintendent: Ken Smith
Mallory Park Lot 202Brentwood, TennesseeProject Manager: Luke MaddoxSuperintendent: Bill Thrasher
Topre Stamping FacilitySmyrna, TennesseeProject Manager: Brent Edwards & Matthew HowellSuperintendent: Donnie Patterson & Ray Woodby
Wyatt Johnson Volkswagen & Kia Clarksville, TennesseeProject Manager: Todd MorrisSuperintendent: Greg Wells
Omohundro Water Treatment PlantNashville, TennesseeProject Manager: Like MaddoxSuperintendent: Joe Matlock
Nissan Dock 7 ExpansionSmyrna, TennesseeProject Manager: Brent EdwardsSuperintendent: Shannon Patterson
Nissan SLC ExpansionSmyrna, TennesseeProject Manager: Brent EdwardsSuperintendent: Shannon Patterson
Nissan Administrative/ACC RenovationDecherd, TennesseeProject Manager: Matt TaylorSuperintendent: Ron Duggin
Smyrna ABPSmyrna, TennesseeProject Manager: John FrenchSuperintendent: Tommy Manley & Randy Lane
Metro Water Services A&R LaboratoryNashville, TennesseeProject Manager: Todd MorrisSuperintendent: Jay Hill
Wonder PorcelainLebanon, TennesseeProject Managers: Andy Zimmerman & Matthew HowellSuperintendents: Joe Slate, Alan Quam & Jason Watson
Polaris Plant Logistics CenterHuntsville, AlabamaProject Manager: John French & Matthew HowellSuperintendent: Tommy Manley & Alan Quam
Spring Hill SmilesSpring Hill, TennesseeProject Manager: Dillon PotterSuperintendent: Scott Peterson
SinomaxLa Vergne, TennesseeProject Manager: Andy ZimmermanSuperintendent: Tim Foriest
Topre Stamping Facility
Dimension at Mallory Park
Wonder PorcelainDENSO
2971 Kraft Drive, Nashville, Tennessee 37204Visit our website: www.twfrierson.com
