Burke Appointed to Kansas State University Foundation Board of Trustees

Burke Appointed to Kansas State University Foundation Board of Trustees

by | Jan 27, 2017 | Employee Announcements

We are pleased to announce the recent appointment of President & CEO, Kevin E. Burke to the Kansas State University Foundation Board of Trustees.

The foundation now has 321 trustees serving as the university’s premier advocates, ambassadors and investors.  In September of 2016, 45 members were elected to four-year terms on the foundation’s board of trustees.

“By giving their time, talent and treasure, these trustees and directors exemplify leadership and outstanding commitment to the K-State Family,” said Greg Willems, president and CEO of the KSU Foundation. “We thank our trustees – new and returning – for their leadership and dedication to K-State.”

A graduate of Kansas State University, Kevin earned his Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with a minor in business management.  As a proud Wildcat alumnus, he looks forward to serving the KSU Foundation and K-State community – keeping with KSU traditions of innovation and inspiration.

Additionally, Kevin lends his industry knowledge through his membership on the Board of Directors for the Nevada Contractors Association (NCA) and PIRCH, Inc. (past Board Member and current Strategic Advisor). Previously the Governor-appointed Chairman from 2009 – 2012, Kevin continues to serve on the Nevada State Contractor’s Board. He is also a member of several professional organizations, including NAIOP, the Young President’s Organization (YPO-GOLD), and the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA).

 

For more information please contact the Burke Marketing Department at (702) 367-1040 or marketing@burkecgi.com.

 

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About the KSU Foundation – Established in 1944, The Kansas State University Foundation staff members work in close partnership with university administrators, deans and faculty to secure charitable contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations to support identified priorities for the university. Gifts received through the foundation fund undergraduate and graduate student scholarships, establish faculty chairs and professorships, provide college and departmental support, and enhance the campus infrastructure.  For more information, please visit www.found.ksu.edu.
 
About Burke Construction Group – Building Client Visions since 1984 – Burke Construction Group is an award-winning general contracting firm headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada with regional offices located in North Dakota. Licensed / registered in 26 states, Uniquely positioned to meet the demands of a geographically diverse marketplace, Burke provides comprehensive preconstruction, construction management, LEED® and sustainable building under a variety of project delivery methods, Affording customized solutions and support to our clients and partners, Burke Construction Group handles both public and private projects throughout various market sectors – including: Educational, Cultural & Religious, Federal/Public Works, Financial, Healthcare, Hospitality/Entertainment, Mission Critical/ Redundant Systems, Office/Industrial, Remote Sites, Retail, Senior Care/Affordable Living/Multi-family, and Tenant Improvements. For more information, please visit www.burkecgi.com.

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Legacy Traditional School Breaks Ground on First Nevada Campus

Legacy Traditional School Breaks Ground on First Nevada Campus

by | Jan 26, 2017 | Recently Started Projects

Burke Construction Group, alongside Legacy school leaders, SH Architecture, North Las Vegas Mayor John Lee, and city officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on January 25 at the site of the school at La Madre Way and Valley Drive. The City Council approved plans for the school in October.

The North Las Vegas campus will be the first Nevada location for this # 1 rated Arizona Charter School. Legacy Traditional School’s proven, accelerated, academic model focuses on the basics of reading, writing and math along with science, social studies, computers and art.

Slated to open for the 2017-2018 school year, the 80,717-square-foot facility will accommodate about 1,260 students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Upon completion, the school will have 41 classrooms, offices, a gym, playgrounds, a kitchen, a cafeteria and athletic fields.

 

For more information please contact the Burke Marketing Department at (702) 367-1040 or marketing@burkecgi.com.

 

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About Burke Construction Group – Building Client Visions since 1984 – Burke Construction Group is an award-winning general contracting firm headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada with regional offices located in North Dakota. Licensed / registered in 26 states, Uniquely positioned to meet the demands of a geographically diverse marketplace, Burke provides comprehensive preconstruction, construction management, LEED® and sustainable building under a variety of project delivery methods, Affording customized solutions and support to our clients and partners, Burke Construction Group handles both public and private projects throughout various market sectors – including: Educational, Cultural & Religious, Federal/Public Works, Financial, Healthcare, Hospitality/Entertainment, Mission Critical/ Redundant Systems, Office/Industrial, Remote Sites, Retail, Senior Care/Affordable Living/Multi-family, and Tenant Improvements. For more information, please visit www.burkecgi.com.

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Burke Announces Promotion of Thad Lawrence to VP of Preconstruction Services

Burke Announces Promotion of Thad Lawrence to VP of Preconstruction Services

by | Jan 18, 2017 | Employee Announcements

Burke Construction Group is pleased to announce the recent promotion of Thad Lawrence to Vice President of Preconstruction Services.

 

Since joining Burke in 2007, Thad distinguished himself early-on.  During his tenure, he worked in the capacity of Project Manager and joined the Estimating and Preconstruction team, where he combined his years of experience in Operations.  Since that time, he was promoted to a Senior Estimator and Director of Preconstruction Services, where his leadership has been instrumental in delivering numerous successful projects, and, in particular, directing our Federal Projects with our Strategic Partners and the Pirch National Store Roll-out – as both a Development Manager as well as the Project Executive.

A LEED® Accredited Professional and certified U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management specialist, Thad is also a member of National Association for Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP) Southern Nevada Chapter and remains active within the industry – attending Nevada Contractors Association (NCA) and Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) events throughout the year.

Thad, along with Vice President of Estimating, Dimitri Mihaloliakos, will continue to lead the Estimating and Preconstruction Services efforts – committed to driving continued success.

“Thad’s energy is infectious and as such we look forward to his continued leadership to grow and guide our Preconstruction Services,” said President & CEO Kevin Burke.

 

For more information please contact the Burke Marketing Department at (702) 367-1040 or marketing@burkecgi.com.

 

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About Burke Construction Group – Building Client Visions since 1984 – Burke Construction Group is an award-winning general contracting firm headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada with regional offices located in North Dakota. Licensed / registered in 26 states, Uniquely positioned to meet the demands of a geographically diverse marketplace, Burke provides comprehensive preconstruction, construction management, LEED® and sustainable building under a variety of project delivery methods, Affording customized solutions and support to our clients and partners, Burke Construction Group handles both public and private projects throughout various market sectors – including: Educational, Cultural & Religious, Federal/Public Works, Financial, Healthcare, Hospitality/Entertainment, Mission Critical/ Redundant Systems, Office/Industrial, Remote Sites, Retail, Senior Care/Affordable Living/Multi-family, and Tenant Improvements. For more information, please visit www.burkecgi.com.

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