LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS: Provided by Kit Ozburn,
OME TO NORTH ALABAMA
you’rehere!”CompletewiththeperfectdegreeofcharmingNorth thisisthecommonrefrainasT.W.Friersonambassadorshave countlesscommunityandbusinessleadersintheHuntsvillearea ngtheofficeinthesummerof2025.Whatawonderfulreceptionthat gatall!Establisheddecadesagobyourfoundersandnurtured arly200employee-owners,thereputationofhonesty–“Youcantrust thyourwallet,”andqualitywork,“Itwillbedoneright,youcantake k,”proceedsallofusinthemarketplace
T DEMANDS EXCELLENCE
dulldisciplineandthwartexcellence I’msoproudtoreportthatTW wholeheartedlyembracethechallengeoffulfillingthishard-earned ence Forexample,recentlytheindustrialteamsatNissanandNES havecompletedtwoofthemosttechnicallychallengingprojectsintheregion Disassemblingastampingpress30yearsinoperationinsideafullyoperationalplant, noproblem.ReplacingthesubstationthatpowersNashville’sdowntownbusiness districtandchargestheneonofBroadway’shonky-tonks,neveraninterruptionand neveradoubt.Thereputationofexcellencecontinues.
RAISING THE STANDARD FOR OUR INDUSTRY AND OUR PEOPLE
Inourindustry,similarachievementsareoftenreachednotthroughcorevalues,but attheirexpense.Sadly,thisignoringofourresponsibilitytoeachotherisparticularly acutewiththetrades.FromtheleadershipatT.W.Frierson,webelieveinbetter.We believedeeplyintherealitynotonlytoachieveexcellenceincomplexintegrated constructionbutalsotosustainthedignityofcraftlaborbydemandingbetter.Itisup toustocarrythemantlebegunsomanyyearsagoandleadourindustrytonew heightsinthecareofcraft.
DSB AT 50: HONORING THE PAST, ADVANCING THE FUTURE
DidyouknowthatDesignSystemsBuilders,LLC(DSB)willcelebrateits50th anniversaryin2026?DesignSystemsBuildershasestablisheditspositionasoneof thecountry’sleadingprovidersofprecisionengineeredsteelsolutions Thismay seemlikeamomenttocelebratethetopofthemountain,acrowningachievement Instead,theteamhaspositioneditselfontheprecipiceofanewfrontierby embarkingononeofthenation’spreeminentinnovationcampusesincentralTexas Honoringourcommitmenttoourcorevalues,DSBleadershipisdevelopingcreative strategiestocycletradesteams,organizingmilitary-stylepre-deploymenttraining, andcommissioningdedicatedwarroomsforvisualplanningandcollaboration.
LOOKING AHEAD
Duringthisexcitingseason,everyoneatT.W.Friersonhascontributedtothe organization’ssuccess,andinthespiritofemployeeownership,weallsharethe responsibilitytoincreaseourdisciplinesandtotakeholdoftheopportunitiesto continuetoservewithexcellence.Inthisway,T.W.Friersonwillengagenewclientsin newplacesandwillcontinuetohear“we’resogladyou’rehere!”
Thankstothehardworkofeveryemployee-owner,thisnextseasonatT.W.Frierson promisestobeveryspecial!
2025 SERVICE AWARDS
At T.W. Frierson, we take pride in celebrating the dedication and commitment of our team members through Service Awards. These awards honor employees who reach milestone anniversaries, recognizing their invaluable contributions to our company ’ s success and culture From five years to decades of service, each milestone represents the loyalty, hard work, and shared ownership that define our team. These celebrations reflect our gratitude for the lasting impact our employees have on shaping the legacy of T.W. Frierson.
15 years
10 years
KATHYSMITH JOHNJORDAN,JR. MICHAELLEAHEY
WELCOMETOTHET.W.FRIERSONFAMILY
JAYTHAN PLEASANT Ironworker
AUSTIN CONNELL Mechanic
JORGE CALDERON VICENTE Ironworker
DEREK BROWN
ProjectDevelopmentDirector
PRESTON DOSS Laborer
JAKE HOLLANDSWORTH FieldEngineer
LEANDER SOTO Ironworker
SAMIA SMITH ProjectEngineer
JACKIE WINKLE
Marketing&ProposalCoordinator
BRIAN FUSSELL ConcreteSuperintendent
MADISON MARONEY AdminAssistant&EventsCoordinator
CHRIS OUTLER Ironworker
MANUEL HERNANDEZ LOZA Ironworker
ZACKERY MCLENDON Ironworker
JOSE MARTINEZ Ironworker
TRAVIS MCDANIEL AssistantSuperintendent
LUKE HARRIS Ironworker
HENRY SEBASTIAN Ironworker
CARLOS MARTINEZ GUERRERO Ironworker
NOE CRUZ CORRALES Ironworker
DAWSON GENTRY PCSLaborer
ANGEL PEREZ ROJAS Ironworker
JAHEEM JONES Ironworker
MADISON MORRISON Accountant
2025 EMPLOYEE CELEBRATION
OnNovember13,2025,theT.W.FriersonShophostedourAnnualEmployee Celebration,aneventthathasbecomeameaningfultraditionforourteam. Designedasafamily-reunion-stylegathering, everyemployee-ownercomes togethertoshareameal,reconnectwithcolleagues,hearcompanyupdates, andcelebratethepeoplewhomakeourorganizationwhatitis.
Oneofthemostimportantmomentsofthedayistherecognitionofour serviceawardrecipientsandemployee-ownerswhohavereached100% vestinginourEmployeeStockOwnershipPlan(ESOP) Thisyear,wewere proudtocelebrateamajormilestone:TW FriersonContractor,Inc nowhas morethan100fullyvestedemployee-owners Eachoftheseindividuals representsyearsofdedication,craftsmanship,andcommitmenttoour sharedsuccess
AtTW Frierson,employeeownershipismorethanabenefit,it’sacorepartof whoweare Webelievethatwhenpeoplehaveatruestakeinthecompany,it drivesaccountability,pride,andlong-termthinking.OurESOPreflectsour commitmenttocreatingaworkplacewhereeveryteammembercanhelp shapethefutureandshareintherewardsofwhatwebuildtogether.
Inadditiontocelebratingouremployee-owners,thisyear’seventalso focusedongivingback.Wewerehonoredtosupport4:13Strongwitha donationtohelpadvancetheirmissionandcontributetotheirupcoming campusexpansion,reinforcingourbeliefthatstrongcompanieshelpbuild strongcommunities.
Congratulations to our 100%vested employee owners: MylesAyers, LeeAnnWatson, Jay Earney, Norma Harris, Brandon Galvez, Larry Davis and James Self
ARMORY SUPPORTS AWARD-WINNING INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT IN NASHVILLE
Industrial development across the Nashville region continues to accelerate, placing increased demands on logistics infrastructure, durability, and long-term performance. As part of a largescale, multi-building industrial complex on Centennial Boulevard in Nashville, Armory, LLC, T.W. Frierson’s in-house overhead door company, played a critical role in delivering reliable, highperformance dock and door systems tailored to modern warehouse operations.
Serving as the overhead door and dock equipment partner, Armory furnished and installed all dock doors, ramp doors, mechanical levelers with bumpers, dock seals, and protective accessories across the initial phase of the development Each component was selected and installed with efficiency, safety, and long-term durability in mind, key considerations for Class A industrial facilities designed to support high-volume distribution and logistics users
The industrial park’s first phase delivered more than 566,000 square feet of Class A warehouse space, with future phases planned to bring the full development to approximately 1 8 million square feet across a 123-acre site near John C Tune Airport and the Cumberland River T W Frierson served as the general contractor and self-performed extensive sitework and utilities for the project, overcoming significant environmental and logistical challenges associated with the site’s former industrial use
This project recently received an Excellence in Construction Award from the Associated Builders and Contractors Greater Tennessee Chapter, recognizing the quality, coordination, and execution delivered by the full project team. Armory’s scope was a key contributor to that success, supporting safe, efficient building operations from day one.
As industrial developers and end users continue to prioritize speed-to-market and long-term facility performance, Armory’s integrated approach offers a seamless solution for complex industrial environments.
ACROSS THE THREE COMPLETED BUILDINGS, ARMORY INSTALLED:
33 Raynor overhead doors per building (99 total), each equipped with track guards for added protection and longevity
59 Poweramp mechanical dock levelers, complete with bumpers and dock seals, ensuring smooth transitions, energy efficiency, and consistent operational performance at the loading dock
PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST: turning our passion into action
Provided by Lance Couch, COO
AtT.W. Frierson, our purpose is simpleyet powerful, to create a foundation for people to thrive.
Everystructurewebuildandeveryprojectwedeliver beginsandendswithpeople:themenandwomenwho bringourworktolife,theclientswhotrustus,andthe communitieswhobenefitfromwhatwebuild.Akeypart ofour2035VividVisionistodemonstratearemarkable passionforpeople,andoverthepastyear,we’vetaken intentionalstepstomakethatvisiontangibleforour employeeowners.
Thesenewandenhancedbenefitsweredesignedwith onegoalinmind,tosupportthewell-being,stability,and experienceofthosewhomakeT.W.Friersonwhatitis.
1.CARINGFORMENTALANDEMOTIONALWELL-BEING
Constructionisdemanding…physically,mentally,and emotionally Tomakesureourteamshaveaccessto meaningfulsupport,weintroducedachaplainservice thatregularlyvisitsourprojectsandofficeswhilealso remainingavailableviamobiledevice
Thisconfidentialserviceprovidesencouragement,a listeningear,andareminderthatnoonehastoface challengesalone Inanindustrywherementalhealth strugglesarecommon,wewanteverypersonconnected toourjobsitestoknowthathelpiscloseathand,and thatwecaredeeplyabouttheirwell-being.
2.SUPPORTINGCRAFTPERSONNELDURINGWEATHER DELAYS
Safetycomesfirst,evenwhentheskiesdon’tcooperate. Tohelpprovidestabilityduringweather-relateddelays, weestablishedanInclementWeatherBankthatallocates paidhourstocraftpersonnelimpactedbyweather interruptions.
Eachemployeereceives60hoursperyear(proratedfor newhires),withsitesuperintendentsempoweredto applythetimebasedonjob-specificconditions.While thiskindofbenefitisn’tstandardacrosstheconstruction industry,webelieveitshouldbe,becausesupportingthe peoplewhodependonconsistentworkisoneofthe clearestwayswecanliveourpurpose
3.DOUBLINGPAIDVACATIONFORHOURLYFIELDTEAM MEMBERS
Restisproductive.Toensureeveryemployeehasthe opportunitytorecharge,we’vedoubledthenumberof paidvacationdaysavailableforourhourlyfieldteam members.Moretimewithfamily,moretimetorecover, andmoretimetolivefully,that’swhatthrivinglookslike.
4.ELEVATINGTHEWORKEREXPERIENCE
WealsolaunchedaWorkerExperienceinitiativefocused onimprovingeverydaysiteconditions.It’sthesimple, practicaldetailsthatoftenmakethebiggestdifference. Stabilizedparkingareasandwalkwaystominimizemud, coveredareastoeatlunch,andthoughtfulspacesthat promotecomfortandconnection.
Theseimprovementsmayseemsmall,buttheysenda powerfulmessage:wecareabouttheexperienceof everypersonwhoshowsuptobuildwithpride
WHYITMATTERS
TheseinitiativesreflectwhatmakesTW Frierson different Whenwetakecareofourpeople,everything elsefollows:
Ouremployee-ownersfeelvalued,supported,and empowered.
Ourclientsreceivethebestworkfromteamswho takeprideinwhattheydo.
Ourindustrybecomesstronger,healthier,andmore invitingforthenextgenerationofbuilders.
We’reproudtoliveoutourmissionofcreatinga foundationforpeopletothriveinwaysthatarereal, meaningful,andlasting.Becausewhenpeoplethrive, everythingwebuildstandsstronger.Howareyou helpingmakeconstructionmorepeople-focused?We’d lovetohearhowothersacrossourindustryaretaking careofthepeoplewhomakethisworkpossible
FEATURED FEATURED
TEMA MIDDLE REGIONAL COORDINATION CENTER & WAREHOUSE
TheTennesseeEmergencyManagement Agency(TEMA)MiddleRegional CoordinationCenterandWarehouseisa mission-criticalfacilitydesignedtosupport emergencypreparednessandresponse acrossMiddleTennessee Theproject bringstogetherastate-of-the-art EmergencyOperationsCenter,high-bay warehousespaceforthestorageandrapid deploymentofcriticalequipmentand supplies,offices,andflexibletrainingand coordinationspaceswithinasingle, resilientcomplex.Ahelipadfurther enhancesresponsecapabilitiesby enablingrapidaccessforpersonneland resources.Designedfordurability, adaptability,andlong-termperformance, thefacilitysupportsTEMA’sabilityto respondquicklyandeffectivelytodynamic emergencyscenarios.
PROJECTTEAM:
MichaelLeahey,Sr.Superintendent
GeorgeCrenshaw,Asst.Superintendent
DanTaylor,On-SiteSafetyRepresentative
JakeHollandsworth,FieldEngineer
ChristianBrinkley,Sr.ProjectEngineer
PROJECTTEAM:
JasonPowell,Superintendent
DylanTaylor,ProjectEngineer
SteveMignoli,ProjectManager
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst
AndrewByrd,ProjectExecutive
JohnFrench,Sr ProjectManager
MarkWalsh,Sr ProjectManager
LukeMaddox,ProjectExecutive
AmyWhiffen,ProjectManagementAsst
PROJECT MUSTANG
T.W.FriersonandDCiareproudtoleadthe design-builddeliveryofanewmanufacturing facilityinMiddleTennesseeforaBelgianbasedclientspecializingininsulatedmetal panels Situatedona40-acresite,theproject featuresapre-engineeredmetalbuilding (PEMB)withinsulatedmetalpanel constructionandbringstogetherthe collectivestrengthofallTWFLLCs The facilitywillsupporttheblendingand productionofpolyurethanefoampanels usingpentane,polyols,andisocyanates, reinforcingourclient’sgloballeadershipin high-performancebuildingmaterials.
CraigPolancich,Sr.DesignProjectManager
CarlosAldana,DSBSuperintendent
ThomasWest,DSBProjectEngineer
ToryRice,DSBProjectManager
DaleWallace,PCSSuperintendent
BrianFussell,PCSSuperintendent
MattSelf,PCSSuperintendent
ZackBryant,PCSProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,PCSProjectManagementAsst.
PROJECTS PROJECTS
NASHVILLE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CLARKSVILLE
WearecurrentlyworkingontheNashvilleState CommunityCollegeClarksvilleCampus ExpansionandRenovation,amulti-phase projectsupportingtheCollege’scommitmentto modern,workforce-focusededucation.The scopeincludesamajoradditionontheeastside ofcampusfeaturingnewclassrooms, administrativeandfacultyoffices,atesting center,multipurposespacewithcatering support,advancedsciencelabs,andspecialized nursinglabs,alongwiththerenovationofthe existingfacilitytohouseupdatedlearning resources,computerlabs,classrooms,anew receivingarea,andanenhancedlibrary Phase Oneisnowcomplete,andthenewbuildingwas successfullyturnedoverforclassestobeginon January12 Withtheadditionoperational, demolitionoftheexistingspacebeganon January7tokickofftherenovationphase, allowingworktoproceedwhilemaintaining campusoperations
PROJECTTEAM:
JorgeLeal,Sr.Superintendent
JonPatrick,Asst.Superintendent MasonRademacher,ProjectEngineer
JoshCoquillard,ProjectManager
JustinCochrane,ProjectExecutive
PROJECTTEAM:
ScottPeterson,Sr.Superintendent
LoganSchaible,Asst.Superintendent
ChrisAndrews,Asst.Superintendent
DylanTaylor,ProjectEngineer
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst.
THE VILLAGE AT CHURCH OF THE CITY
JakeGarren,Asst ProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,ProjectManagementAsst
MikeNolan,Sr ProjectManager
LukeMaddox,ProjectExecutive
TheVillageatChurchoftheCityprojectisa multi-facetedcampusexpansiondesigned toenhancecommunityengagement, functionality,andlong-termstewardship. Thedevelopmentincludesthreenew buildingsthatsupportadministrative functionsandcommunitygatheringswhile complementingtheexistingarchitectural character Siteimprovementsfeature upgradedandexpandedparking,anew entrancetoimproveaccessandtrafficflow, andtheadditionofacentralcourtyardto createawelcomingoutdoorgathering space Theprojectalsoincorporates sustainablewatermanagementsolutions, includingnewbio-retentionpondsandthe expansionofanexistingretentionpond, alongwithanewmaintenancebuildingto supportongoingcampusoperations.
CRAIG POLANCICH:
Elevating Design Excellence Through Integration
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What sets Craig apart is not just his technical expertise, but his ability to seamlessly integrate
disciplined process, and a deep understanding of how design decisions impact construction and long-term performance Few people embody that philosophy more fully than Craig Polancich, and d
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his current leadership on Project Mustang, Craig
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is small and the expectations are high.
architecture into the broader design-build process Working closely with preconstruction, operations, and field teams, Craig approaches design as a tool for problem-solving, anticipating constructability challenges, aligning scope with budget early, and ensuring design intent supports schedule, safety, and quality goals.
That mindset naturally led Craig into a broader leadership role across the organization. Drawing on his project experience and passion for continuous improvement, Craig now serves as the architecture team’s representative for TW Frierson’s Quality Program, helping shape and uphold best practices that guide our projects from preconstruction through design, construction, and closeout In this role, he ensures architectural excellence is not just a goal, but a repeatable, measurable outcome, embedded into how we work as one integrated
team
Craig’s influence extends beyond individual projects His leadership helps reinforce a shared standard of excellence across DCi and TW Frierson Contractor, Inc , strengthening alignment between design and construction and elevating the experience for our clients, partners, and employee-owners alike
As DCi continues to support increasingly complex industrial and manufacturing clients, Craig’s steady leadership, collaborative approach, and commitment to quality remain a vital part of how we deliver projects that perform on paper, in the field, and for years to come.
BUILDING COMMUNITY TOGETHER: T.W. FRIERSON PARTNERS WITH HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Thispastfallandwinter,TW FriersonContractor,Inc was proudtopartnerwithHabitatforHumanitytosupport severalbuilddaysfocusedoncreatingsafe,welcoming homesforlocalfamilies.Thesevolunteerdaysembodied whatwevaluemost:usingourskills,time,andheartto servethecommunitieswhereweliveandwork.
Wewereespeciallygratefultosharethesebuilddayswith someofourtrustedindustrypartners,CharlieIrwin PaintingandABECElectric,whojoinedusjustaheadofthe Thanksgivingholidaytohelpputthefinishingtoucheson theBrittonandCaterfamilyhomesintimefortheirhome dedications.Fromapplianceinstallationandpainttouchupstodeepcleaningandfinaldetailing,thesevolunteers pouredcareandprideintoeverytasktoensureeachhome wastrulymove-inready
Acrossmultiplebuilddays,TW Friersonteammembers rolleduptheirsleevestotackleawiderangeofhands-on work Interiortrim;includingdoors,baseboards,window trim,andshelvingwasinstalledinthefutureBrittonfamily home,bringingtheprojectonemajorstepclosertoclosing Theteamalsoadjusteddoors,backfilledutilityditchesby hand,completedandpaintedtwostoragesheds,and primedandappliedfinishcoatstointeriorwalls.The amountofprogressmadeinashorttimewasatestament tothededicationandteamworkofeveryoneinvolved.
Thesebuilddaysweremorethanconstructionmilestones, theywereremindersoftheimpactthatcomesfrom workingtogetherinserviceofothers.Wearebeyond gratefulfortheopportunitytobuildalongsideHabitatfor Humanity,ourpartners,andthiscommunity,andeven morehonoredtohelpcreatespaceswherefamiliescanput downrootsandbuildtheirfutures.
THE SEASON OF GIVING AT T.W. FRIERSON
TheholidayseasonisaspecialtimeatTW FriersonContractor,Inc,filled withmeaningfultraditionsthatbringourteamtogetherandallowustogive backtothecommunitywe’reproudtoserve Eachyear,thesemoments reflectwhoweare,bothasbuildersandaspeople
WekickofftheseasonjustbeforeThanksgivingwiththeMission:Possible TurkeyFry,anannualtraditionthathelpsprovidewarmholidaymealsfor localfamilies InDecember,wehostourretireeChristmasluncheon,honoring theindividualswhohelpedbuildthefoundationofTW Friersonand celebratingthelastingrelationshipsthatcontinuewellbeyondtheiryears withthecompany.Throughouttheseason,ourteamalsoparticipatesin communityeventssuchasGingertownandtheHelpingHandsChristmasTree decorating,spreadingholidaycheerandcreativityacrossMiddleTennessee.
BeforeheadingintoChristmasbreak,wewrapuptheseasonwithacompanywideservedayattheNashvilleRescueMission.Thisfinaltraditionisa meaningfulreminderoftheimpactwecanmakewhenwecometogetherin serviceofothers.
Fromgivingbacktoreconnectingwithretirees,industrypartners,andone another,theholidayseasonatT.W.Friersonisaboutcommunity,gratitude, andspendingtimewithourTWFfamily.Thesetraditionsareareflectionof ourvaluesandareminderofwhywe’reproudtodowhatwedo,together
SAFETY ON PURPOSE
Strengthening Emergency Preparedness Through Job Site Tabletop Exercises
AtTW Frierson,safetyisnotastaticplan,it’sanactive practice Oneofthewayswecontinuetostrengthen ourjobsitereadinessisthroughtheimplementationof EmergencyActionPlan(EAP)TabletopExercises(TTXs), astructuredandcollaborativeapproachtopreparing teamsforhigh-risk,high-impactscenarios
Mostrecently,ourteamcompletedatabletopexercise onProjectMustanginMountPleasant,Tennessee, bringingtogetherprojectleadership,safety professionals,andemergencyresponsepartnersto walkthrougharealistic,construction-specific emergencyscenario.
WHATISATABLETOPEXERCISE?
Atabletopexerciseisadiscussion-basedsimulation designedtotesthowteamswouldrespondduringa majorincident,withoutdisruptingoperationsor creatingreal-worldrisk.Participantsareguided throughahypotheticalemergencyscenario,discussing decision-making,communication,andresponse actionsaseventsunfoldinphases
Ratherthanmovingequipmentordeployingcrews,the exercisefocusesonconversation,coordination,and problem-solving Newinformation,oftenreferredtoas “injects,”isintroducedthroughouttheexerciseto challengeassumptions,escalateconditions,and encouragedeeperdiscussion Thegoalistoidentify strengths,uncovergaps,andrefineproceduresbefore anactualemergencyoccurs.
PROJECTMUSTANG:AREALISTICSCENARIO, REALLESSONSLEARNED
TheProjectMustangtabletopexercisewasdesigned aroundapartialstructuralsteelcollapseduringrooflevelinstallationonanindustrialwarehouseproject. Thescenarioincludedseriousinjuries,unstablesite conditions,mediaattention,regulatoryresponse,and language-accesschallengesinvolvingSpanishspeakingworkers.
Workingthroughtheincidentinphases,frominitial responseandemergencyactivationtoescalation, stabilization,andpost-incidentrecovery,allowedtheteam toevaluatehoweffectivelyemergencyprotocolswouldbe executedinrealtime Keyfocusareasincludedcoordination withfireandEMS,communicationwithfamilies,interpreter access,workeraccountability,andengagementwith regulatoryagencies Theexerciseconcludedwitha structureddebrief,highlightingwhatworkedwell, identifyingareasforimprovement,andassigningclear actionitemstostrengthenfutureresponseefforts.
WHYTABLETOPEXERCISESMATTER
Tabletopexercisesplayacriticalroleinvalidatingand maintaininganeffectiveEmergencyActionPlan.While writtenplansareessential,realemergenciesrarelyunfold exactlyasexpected.TTXshelpteamsstress-testthoseplans inacontrolledenvironment,revealingunclearroles, communicationgaps,orunrealisticassumptionsbeforethey becomeliabilities.
Theseexercisesalsobuildconfidenceandfamiliarity.By practicingdecision-makingundersimulatedpressure,teams developthe“musclememory”neededtorespondquickly andeffectivelywhenitmattersmost Justasimportantly, tabletopexercisesdemonstrateduediligenceandalignment withbestpracticesencouragedbyagenciessuchasOSHA andFEMA,reinforcingacultureofpreparednessand accountability
ALIVINGAPPROACHTOSAFETY
ForTW Frierson,jobsitetabletopexercisesareaboutmore thancompliance,theyareaboutprotectingpeople, strengtheningpartnerships,andcontinuouslyimproving howweplanfortheunexpected.Eachexerciseturnsa writtenemergencyplanintoaliving,testedcapabilityand reinforcesourcommitmenttoproactive,people-firstsafety leadership.Asourprojectsgrowinsizeandcomplexity, tabletopexerciseswillcontinuetobeanessentialtoolin ensuringourteamsareprepared,aligned,andreadyto respond,nomatterthechallenge.
FOCUSon the field
NSCC CLARKSVILLE CAMPUS EXPANSION & RENOVATION
JorgeLeal,Sr.Superintendent
JonPatrick,Asst.Superintendent
MasonRademacher,ProjectEngineer
JoshCoquillard,ProjectManager
JustinCochrane,ProjectExecutive
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst.
TEMAMIDDLEREGIONALCOORDINATIONCENTER &WAREHOUSE
MichaelLeahey,Sr Superintendent
GeorgeCrenshaw,Asst Superintendent
JeffNeely,Asst Superintendent
DanTaylor,On-SiteSafetyRepresentative
JakeHollandsworth,FieldEngineer
ChristianBrinkley,Sr.ProjectEngineer
JohnFrench,Sr.ProjectManager
MarkWalsh,SeniorProjectManager
LukeMaddox,ProjectExecutive
AmyWhiffen,ProjectManagementAsst.
BUMC PHASE III
DelPerry,Superintendent
ChristianBrinkley,Sr.ProjectEngineer
JohnFrench,Sr.ProjectManager
LukeMaddox,ProjectExecutive
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst.
THE
VILLAGE AT CHURCH OF THE CITY
ScottPeterson,Sr.Superintendent
LoganSchaible,Asst.Superintendent
ChrisAndrews,Asst.Superintendent
RonParrish,On-SiteSafety
DylanTaylor,ProjectEngineer
JakeGarren,Asst.ProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,ProjectManagementAsst.
MikeNolan,Sr.ProjectManager
LukeMaddox,ProjectExecutive
PROJECT MUSTANG
JasonPowell,Superintendent
DylanTaylor,ProjectEngineer
SteveMignoli,ProjectManager
AndrewByrd,ProjectExecutive
CraigPolancich,Sr.DesignProjectManager
CarlosAldana,DSBSuperintendent
ThomasWest,DSBProjectEngineer
ToryRice,DSBProjectManager
DaleWallace,PCSSuperintendent
BrianFussell,PCSSuperintendent
ZackBryant,PCSProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,PCSProjectManagementAsst
WEGMANN AUTOMOTIVE
AlexMartin,Superintendent
SamiaSmith,ProjectEngineer
JayMcGinnis,ProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,ProjectManagementAsst.
JustinCochrane,ProjectExecutive
MarcOakley,DesignProjectManager
TMMAL CHILDCARE FACILITY
AngelGonzalez,DSBSuperintendent
HopeGarbacz,DSBProjectManager
NateLogsdon,DSBProjectExecutive
ST. LUKE CPC CLASSROOM & GYM COMPLEX
MylesAyers,SeniorProjectManager
NealBelcher,DSBSuperintendent
KyleTorrence,DSBProjectManager
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst
AndyZimmerman,ProjectExecutive
CraigPolancich,Sr.DesignProjectManager
LANDMARK FIRE TANK
JeffWaggoner,Sr Superintendent
AlexGraef,Asst ProjectManager
MylesAyers,Sr ProjectManager
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst
AndyZimmerman,ProjectExecutive
COOPER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
GriffinJones,Superintendent
IkaikaTuipolotu,Foreman
StephanieMendoza,ProjectEngineer
JamesMerritt,Sr.ProjectEngineer
MikeNolan,Sr.ProjectManager
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst AndyZimmerman,ProjectExecutive
HUNTER FAN OFFICE ADDITION
JeffLandis,Superintendent
PhilGaines,Asst.ProjectManager
RUNWAY
LOGISTICS 1
JayEarney,Superintendent
DanHasselbring,ProjectManager
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst. AndyZimmerman,ProjectExecutive
NES CENTRAL SUBSTATION
DavidTurner,Sr.Superintendent
OwenWheelock,Asst.Superintendent
PhilGaines,Asst.ProjectManager
MylesAyers,Sr ProjectManager
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst
AndyZimmerman,ProjectExecutive
NISSAN P33C PHASE 1 & 2
JasonWatson,Superintendent
RobHoltby,Superintendent
MarcOakley,DesignProjectManager
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst. AndyZimmerman,ProjectExecutive
JENKINS & WYNNE CAR WASH EXPANSION
JoeSlate,Sr Superintendent
MikeNolan,Sr.ProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,ProjectManagementAsst. AndyZimmerman,ProjectExecutive
KYMEA ENERGY CENTER I
KyleTorrence,DSBProjectManager
NateLogsdon,DSBProjectExecutive
COLLEGE GROVE ATHELTIC FACILITY
CarlosAldana,DSBSuperintendent
JavierSalazar,DSBSuperintendent
ReubenSalazar,DSBSuperintendent
NealBelcher,DSBSuperintendent
AngelGonzalez,DSBSuperintendent
TonyEnriquez,On-SiteSafety
ToryRice,DSBProjectManager
NateLogsdon,DSBProjectExecutive
CraigKaraszewski,Sr.ProjectManager
LeeAnnWatson,ProjectManagementAsst. HopeGarbacz,DSBProjectManager
KeithFussell,PCSSuperintendent
NicWatson,PCSSuperintendent
KyleLudwig,PCSProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,PCSProjectManagementAsst
LukeMaddox,ProjectExecutive
PROJECT DIR
TonyTidwell,Superintendent
JayMcGinnis,ProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,ProjectManagementAsst. KyleTorrence,DSBProjectManager
JustinCochrane,ProjectExecutive
BenCarraway,ProjectArchitect
WEGMANN AUTOMOTIVE
AlexMartin,Superintendent
JayMcGinnis,ProjectManager
AmyWhiffen,ProjectManagementAsst.
JustinCochrane,ProjectExecutive
MarcOakley,DesignProjectManager
ENERGY CENTER I | MADISONVILLE, KENTUCKY
DesignSystemsBuilders,LLCisproudtosupporttheKentuckyMunicipal EnergyAgencywiththedeliveryofEnergyCenterI,acriticalinfrastructure projectdesignedtostrengthengridreliabilityandsupportKentucky’s evolvingenergyneeds LocatedinMadisonville,Kentucky,thefacilityisbeing deliveredwithDSBplayingakeyroleintheexecutionofthishighly specializedenergyfacility
Theprojectincludestheerectionofa14,105squarefootpre-engineered metalbuilding(PEMB)thatwillhousetheEngineHall,withsteelerection currentlyunderway.Additionally,nowindesignandengineering,adedicated AdministrationBuildingtosupportlong-termplantoperations.Once complete,EnergyCenterIwilloperateasa75MWnaturalgaspowerplant, featuringfourWärtsilä18V50SGreciprocatinginternalcombustionengines designedforfast-startcapability,lowemissions,andminimalwater consumption.
ThefacilityisbeingdevelopedtosupportKYMEA’s membersbeginningin 2027,providingreliablepowerandoperationalflexibilitytocomplement intermittentrenewableenergysources.Itsmodularandscalabledesign allowstheplanttoadapttofuturedemandwhilemaintainingefficiencyanda reducedcarbonfootprintthroughtheuseofcleannaturalgas.
Inadditiontoitslong-termoperationalbenefits,theprojectisdelivering meaningfuleconomicimpacttotheregion,generatingapproximately100 constructionjobsandsupporting15full-timeoperationalpositionsupon completion WithfirststeelsetinDecember2025,theKYMEAEnergyCenterI projectreflectsDSB’sexpertiseindeliveringtechnicallycomplex,missioncriticalfacilitiesthatbalanceperformance,reliability,andlong-termvaluefor publicpowerproviders
KYMEA
FIELD MENTORSHIP AT T.W. FRIERSON passing the torch:
AtT.W.FriersonContractor,Inc.,developingthenextgenerationofconstructionleadersisjustasimportantasdelivering greatprojects OurFieldMentorProgramisaselective,multi-yearleadershippipelinedesignedforhigh-performingfield teammemberswhodemonstratestrongcraftexpertise,s courseofmorethan25years,participantsprogressthro increasingleadershipresponsibilities,preparingthemto long-termcareerswiththecompany
AttheheartoftheprogramareourSeniorSuperintenden intentionally“passthetorch”byinvestinginthegrowtho
MentorslikeDavidandGriffintakeonresponsibilitiesb coaching,teaching,progresscheck-ins,andreal-world menteesstrengthenskillsinscheduling,safetyleadership,qualitycontrol,tradepartnercoordination,andteam communication,whilealsomodelingleadershiprootedinhumility,accountability,andcareforothers
TheFieldMentorProgramexiststorecognizethosewithleadershippotentialandtobuildastrong,sustainable pipelineoffuturesuperintendents Weareproudofthementorswhochoosetosharetheirexperience,investinothers, andhelpshapethefutureofourorganizationandindustry TheircommitmentreinforcesacorebeliefatTW Frierson: wedon’tjustbuildprojects,webuildpeople
David Turner is currently the Senior Superintendent at th NES Central Substation. He brings more than 40 years o industry experience and joined T.W. Frierson in 2022. Hi steady leadership and depth of field knowledge provide invaluable guidance to our emerging leaders.
SUBCONTRACTOR & SUPPLIER APPRECIATION open house
InOctober,TW FriersonContractor,Inc wasproud tohostourannualSubcontractorandSupplier AppreciationOpenHouse,welcomingapproximately 200industrypartnerstoourofficeforaneveningof connectionandcelebration Thisannualeventisour wayofsayingthankyoutothesubcontractorsand supplierswhoplayavitalroleinoursuccessand helpusdeliverqualityprojectsacrosstheregion.
Theopenhouseprovidedanopportunitytostep awayfromthejobsite,strengthenrelationships,and spendtimewiththepartnerswhoshareour commitmenttosafety,craftsmanship,and collaboration.We’regratefulforthetrust,teamwork, anddedicationourpartnersbringtoeveryproject, andwevaluethelong-standingrelationshipsthat continuetogrowyearafteryear.
AtT.W.Frierson,ourworkisonlyasstrongasthe partnershipsbehindit.Thisannualgatheringisa reminderthatwhatwebuildtogetherextends beyondbuildings,it’sasharedcommitmenttodoing thingstherightway,sidebyside
TWF NAMED NAWIC NASHVILLE’S 2025 CHAMPION OF THE YEAR
Somepartnershipsgobeyondsponsorships,theyhelp shapethefutureofourindustry
WearehonoredtosharethatTW Friersonwasnamed NAWICNashville’s2025ChampionoftheYear,recognizing ourteam’songoingcommitmenttosupportingand advancingwomeninconstruction.
Thisrecognitionreflectsthepassionandinvolvementof ourpeople.Acrossleadership,projectteams,and communityengagement,TWFteammembersconsistently showup;servingonboards,contributingtoindustry conversations,volunteeringinthecommunity,helping planandhostevents,andactivelysupportinginitiatives thatstrengthenourindustry.WhenNAWICtalksabout “buildingachapter,”weareproudthatourteamispartof thatfoundation.
Throughintentionalleadershipdevelopmentandan inclusiveculturethatvaluesrespect,opportunity,and growth,TW Friersonremainscommittedtocreating pathwaysforwomentolead,thrive,andbuildlong-term careersinconstruction
WearegratefultoNAWICNashvilleforthisrecognitionand proudofourteamforcontinuingtobuildprogress,not justprojects,forthefutureofourindustry
PROJECT MUSTANG
ProfessionalConcreteSolutions,LLC(PCS)isproudtoplaya criticalroleinProjectMustang,anewmanufacturingfacility deliveredthroughadesign-buildpartnershipledbyT.W.Frierson andDCiforaBelgian-basedmanufacturerspecializingininsulated metalpanels.
Locatedona40-acresiteinMiddleTennessee,theprojectwill featurea181,360squarefootpre-engineeredmetalbuilding (PEMB)constructedwithinsulatedmetalpanels.Thefacilitywill supporttheblendingandproductionofpolyurethanefoampanels usingpentane,polyols,andisocyanates,reinforcingtheclient’s positionasagloballeaderinhigh-performancebuildingmaterials ProjectMustangbringstogetherthecollectivestrengthofTW Frierson’sfamilyofLLCs,withPCSprovidingthefoundationalwork thatsupportsthefacility’slong-termperformanceanddurability
AkeychallengeonProjectMustangisnavigatingwinterweather conditionswhilemaintainingtheschedulerequiredtosupport downstreamactivities.PCSisworkingcloselywiththeproject teamtosequenceworkefficiently,managecold-weatherconcrete placement,andmaintainqualitystandards,ensuringthebuilding isturnedoverontimeforDesignSystemsBuilders(DSB)tobegin theirscopewithoutdelay.
Throughdetailedplanning,fieldcoordination,anddisciplined execution,PCSishelpingkeeptheprojectontrack,reinforcingthe valueofintegratedself-performcapabilitieswithintheT.W. Friersonorganization.
149spreadfootings
13equipmentpitsofvaryingsizes anddepths
Cast-in-placeconcretewalls
136,778SFof7-inchslab-on-grade
18,197SFof8-inchslab-on-grade
8,656SFof4-inchslab-on-grade
8,656SFofslab-on-deck
6,436SFof7-inchconcretepaving 1,380SFofconcretesidewalks
PCS TEAM
CodyDaleWallace,Superintendent
BrianFussel,Asst.Superintendent
MattSelf,Asst.Superintendent
ZackBryant,ProjectManager
WINSTON HICKMAN PRESENTED ROGERS-BELL AWARD
Provided by Kit Ozburn, President
Inyourlife,doyoueverrecognizemomentsthatare different,thatarespecial,thatyouwillrememberforever as“lifemoments”?
ThursdayDecember11,2025wasa“lifemoment”forme. AttheExcellenceinConstructionAwardsGalaforthe AssociatedBuildersandContractorsGreaterTennessee Chapter,Mr.WinstonHickmanwashonoredforhis distinguishedlifetimeachievementtotheindustry,by receivingtheRodgersBellAward Thishonorrecognizes exemplaryaccomplishmentswithapassionformerit shopconstructionandacommitmenttoadvancingthe industry.
AsIsteppedtothepodium,Icouldseeoneofmyformative mentorsstandingoffstage,justbehindthecurtain.Even throughthebrightlights,Icouldseehischinheldhigh,I felthissupportivegrin,andIremembered25yearsago workinginhisshadowadmiringhiscareandhischaracter ThewordsIsharedthateveningwerecertainlynotenough tohonorthemanwhomeanssomuchtomeandtoso manyothers,especiallythosecraftlaborersforwhom Winstonadvocatedwithpurepassion.
Insharingtheseremarkswithyou,Ihopetofurtherhonor WinstonHickmanandhisprofoundimpactonsomany. April1995wasquiteamonth:UCLAtoppedArkansasto wintheNCAABasketballTournament Withhisworld-class putter,BenCrenshawoutlastedDavisLoveIIItowinhis 2ndgreenjacketattheMasters TheDowJonessetanew recordhigh,closingat4308.Andwhocanforget,onthe musiccharts,MontellJordandeliveredhis#1“Thisishow wedoit”,andourearshaveneverbeenthesamesince.
Also,duringthismonth,theNashvilleBannerissueda profileonWinstonHickman,atenaciousleaderofour constructionindustry.Pleaseseethefollowingexcerpts fromthisprofile:
Those who know him praise his reputation for honesty and his determination to always do the best job possible His reputation boosts his campaign to improve the recognition and pay levels of industry employees
“The mainstream perception today is that an educated person is one who has a college degree on his wall – and a guy who works his hands is second class. We have working with us in the construction industry PhD’s in the disciplines of carpentry, concrete, steel, site work, masonry, millwork, roofing, and sheet metal, painting, interior finishes, pipe fitters, plumbing and electrical work. Years of lasting beauty are put into place by the hands of our creative & artistic field staffs.”
Itwasforourcherishedfieldteammembers,thecraft labor,thefolksthatdothehardandskilledwork,itwas thesethatmymentorandpredecessoratTW Frierson, WinstonHickman,devotedhislife’sworktoelevateandto honor.Hewasafierceadvocateforhigherwages,better benefits,opportunitiesforadvancementandtraining,but mostofall,thedignityofajobverywelldone.
I’veseenhimputt,andhe’sasgoodaputterasBen Crenshaw Butmoreimportantly,I’vepersonally witnessedhimadvocateforourbelovedindustrywith passionandcare I’llclosethiswelcomewithhisown wordsfromthisprofile:
“Perhaps the most important thing that I bring is a deep and sincere dedication to the merit shop cause and a keen desire to protect and perpetuate it”
ABCGREATERTENNESSEEEXCELLENCE INCONSTRUCTIONAWARDS
TW FriersonContractor,Inc wasproudtobepartofan unforgettableeveningattheABCGreaterTennesseeExcelle inConstructionAwards,celebratingthepeople,projects,an principlesthatcontinuetoelevatetheconstructionindustry acrossourstate.Thisyear’seventwasespeciallymeaningfulfor ourteam,asT.W.Friersonwasrecognizedacrossmultiple categories,highlightingourcommitmenttoquality,safety, leadership,andlong-termindustryimpact.
LEADERSHIPONDISPLAY
TheeveningopenedwithremarksfromJamieHolmes,Content &BrandStrategistforT.W.Frierson,whodeliveredthe Chairman’sSpeechastheincoming2026ChairofABCGreater Tennessee.Hermessagereflectedthestrengthofthemeritshop philosophy,theimportanceofdevelopingpeopleateverylevel, andtheresponsibilitywesharetoinvestinthefutureofour industry
COMMITMENTTOQUALITY&SAFETY
TW FriersonwashonoredasanABCAccreditedQuality Contractor(AQC),adistinctionthatrecognizesexcellencein safetyperformance,employeedevelopment,andethical businesspractices Inaddition,thecompanyreceivedSTEPGold certificationfor2025,underscoringourunwavering commitmenttojobsitesafetyandthewellbeingofourpeople.
AWARD-WINNINGPROJECTS
TwoT.W.FriersonprojectteamswererecognizedwithEagle Awards(FirstPlace),ABC’shighestprojecthonor,demonstrating excellenceinexecutionacrossdiversemarketsectors:
PrologisCityView| Industrial|$25–50M
Acomplex,large-scaleindustrialprojectthatshowcases disciplinedplanning,strongtradepartnercollaboration,and arelentlessfocusonsafetyandquality
MNPDMountedPatrolBarn| Pre-Engineered|Upto$100M
Apurpose-builtfacilitysupportingtheNashvillePolice Department’sMountedPatrolUnit,deliveredwithprecision, innovation,andrespectfortheproject’suniqueoperational needs.
RECOGNIZINGTHENEXTGENERATION
WewerealsoproudtocelebrateMylesAyers,whowasnamed oneofNashville’sTopConstructionProfessionalsUnder40 This recognitionreflectsMyles’leadership,technicalexpertise,and thetrusthehasearnedfromteammatesandclientsalike, qualitiesthatexemplifythenextgenerationofindustryleaders atT.W.Frierson.
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