WSU was founded in Ogden, Utah as Weber Stake Academy in 1889. 
“Weber” comes from the name of the county where the university is located, which was named after John Henry Weber, an early American fur trapper.
In 1933, the academy was made a state junior college. Following World War II, the college outgrew its downtown campus and moved to the present site on the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains overlooking Ogden and the Great Salt Lake.
Weber State College awarded its first baccalaureate degree in 1964. In 1991, the college became Weber State University, appropriately symbolizing its role as Utah’s first comprehensive regional university that also retains a community college mission.
<a href="https://www.weber.edu/">Weber State University</a>

Weber State University

Big-D Construction Joins Forces with Colorado Based CFC Construction 

Salt Lake City, UT (October 5, 2022) – Big-D Construction, headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, announced today it has acquired CFC Construction. Based in Golden, Colorado, CFC Construction has served the state for 45 years. Under new ownership, the company will continue to be locally managed and operate under the same name. Chairman and Founder, EJ Olbright, will continue in his role with CFC, along with CFC President Pat Smith
“We are excited about CFC joining the Big-D family of companies.  We chose them because we found we have perfectly aligned values, culture, and vision for the future of CFC.  Our collective strength will allow us to grow while continuing to provide the very best-in-class construction management services in the Colorado market. It will also ensure we take care of our greatest asset, our associates, who will be able to further expand and develop their careers,” said Olbright.
After four decades in the Centennial state, CFC Construction has left its footprint through hundreds of unique, challenging, and successful projects, including office, resort, hospitality, and multi-family. This transaction will allow CFC to better serve its clients by enabling the company to take on larger, more complex projects in Colorado while increasing its bonding capacity and resources.
“This acquisition is part of Big-D’s vision to strengthen our company through alliances with premier builders and talented project teams in selected markets. CFC has a reputation for providing clients innovative solutions and strong leadership. We are honored to be partners and excited to be a part of their future,” said Chairman Jack Livingood, Big-D Construction.​​​​​​​
ABOUT BIG-D COMPANIES
Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Big-D Companies is one of the largest groups of contractors in the United States. Combined, Big-D has thousands of successfully completed projects with over $2.5 billion of annual revenue.  Strengthened by more than 1,400 associates, Big-D has 16 offices in nine states from Minnesota to California. Regional offices are in Salt Lake City, Ogden, Lindon and Park City, Utah; Jackson, Wyoming; Pleasanton and Irvine, California; St. Paul, Minnesota; Idaho Falls, Idaho; and Tempe, Arizona. Other owned affiliates include Martin Harris in Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada; Dovetail in Bozeman, Montana; McAlvain Companies Inc. in Boise, Idaho; and CFC Construction in Golden, Colorado. For more information, please visit big-d.com. ​​​​​​​
ABOUT CFC CONSTRUCTION:
Since 1977, CFC Construction’s honest, hardworking, and highly respected teams have consistently delivered results at job sites throughout Colorado — from the plains to the peaks. We understand the challenges unique to building in Colorado, delivering the benefit of our specialized expertise in the design and construction methods, timing, and approaches that work best here. We bring a true field-first focus, providing the right solutions to get your buildings built. For more information, visit www.cfcc.com.

Big-D Companies Joins Forces with Colorado Based CFC Construction

Shout-out to our Big-D Companies VDC Manager, Chantelle Menlove

Shout-out to our Big-D Companies VDC Manager, Chantelle Menlove, for speaking at the Hansen Wade Advancing Construction Technology conference in Chicago.
Chantelle discussed what it takes to identify, develop, and retain staff with strong VDC skill sets to accomplish a high-quality VDC workflow!
Thank you for Thinking Big and representing Big-D!

Big-D Companies is excited to announce that Johnson Carlier, an affiliate of Big-D Construction Corp. has changed its name to Big-D Construction Southwest.

Big-D Companies is excited to announce that Johnson Carlier, an affiliate of Big-D Construction Corp. has changed its name to Big-D Construction Southwest.
Read more about our recent Big announcement in the below article published by AZ Big Media.
<a href="https://lnkd.in/drn7XyDy">https://lnkd.in/drn7XyDy</a>

Recently Big-D Construction’s Andrew Soderquist from our Salt Lake office was featured in the May/June issue of UC&D discussing Industrial Construction, its current trends, and where we are headed.

Shoutout to Andrew for his expertise and contribution to UC&amp;D magazine and for representing Big-D Construction!

Did you know Big-D Earned a 2022 Great Place to Work Certification™

Now that&#8217;s worth a celebratory photoshoot! 📸
Are you also aware that Big-D has 15 offices in 8 states? From Minnesota to California, we are hiring. Join our team today.
<a href="https://bit.ly/3ArCuVk">https://bit.ly/3ArCuVk</a>

Final Episode featuring Big-D Construction on Military Makeover: Operation Career is airing on Lifetime tomorrow morning!

The episode highlights three of our hardworking veteran associates and their transition out of the military and into civilian life through a trade career path!
DON’T MISS IT!
📺Thursday, June 30th at 7:30 a.m. EST/PT on Lifetime TV! 
(Check your local listings, set those DVRs!)

Big-D Associate Feature: Recently our National Development Director, Braden Moore participated in The State of Our Industry - A construction Roundtable.

The discussion was published in The Enterprise and touched on everything from supply chain disruptions, price escalations, and collaboration during challenging times in the industry, and the solutions!
Way to represent Big-D!

Big-D Associate Feature: Recently our National Development Director, Braden Moore participated in The State of Our Industry – A construction Roundtable.

Congratulations to our Safety Team for being named the 2021 Diamond Award Winner, an achievement of safety excellence!

The award was presented by the Associated General Contractors of Utah at their Annual Awards breakfast, in which our COO Troy Thompson and AGC Chairman of the Board participated in.
The Diamond Award with five stars is the highest safety award you can get from the AGC. Hats off to our BIG-D Safety Team for always putting safety at the front of the line!

Big-D Construction ladies from our Minnesota to our California offices gathered for the 17th Annual Women Thinking Big celebration. 

“We work in a male-dominated industry and women are making their mark! They have always existed in accounting and estimating, but when we start seeing tradeswomen coming to the event, that gets me really excited!” said the event organizer.
Thank you to everyone who participated this year virtually or in-person and keep THINKING BIG!

Big-D Construction ladies from our Minnesota to our California offices gathered for the 17th Annual Women Thinking Big celebration.

Recently Big-D Construction and partners took part in a ceremonial wall-breaking for the historic Frank E. Moss Courthouse in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. 

The two-year project was awarded to Big-D&#8217;s Salt Lake group by the General Services Administration.
We are honored and excited to be a part of a renovation that is so meaningful to the community and help preserve this historic gem.
Dozens gathered for the celebration including GSA, HOK Design, Preservation Utah, members of the U.S Bankruptcy Court for the District of Utah, and Big-D Construction.
The project is slated to be complete in the Spring of 2024!

Recently Big-D Construction and partners took part in a ceremonial wall-breaking for the historic Frank E. Moss Courthouse in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City.

SLC International Airport before and after!

In March of 2021, Holder-Big-D, A Joint Venture (HDJV) wrapped up the demolition of the former Salt Lake International Airport, which allowed for Concourse A-East to be constructed.
Interesting visual to see how much progress and orchestration has happened in one year!
Great job team!

Project Profile: Metl-Span's IMPs Renovate Swire Coca-Cola Storage Facility

Proud of our Big-D Ogden group and their talented team that worked on an awesome rebuild for Swire Coca-Cola in Denver, Colorado.
“The toughest challenge was stripping the existing facility down to the frame of the old building, which wasn’t necessarily as plumb as we had hoped for,” said Forrest McNabb, Big-D President of National Food and Beverage.
Learn more <a href="https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/96845-project-profile-metl-span-imps-renovate-swire-coca-cola-storage-facility?fbclid=IwAR1uLVPdql_Juqo9E4xs9AE-4fDB4BvQ3Q9YlPMvMttj0llMeq_GeB8w_9U">Project Profile: Metl-Span IMPs Renovate Swire Coca-Cola Storage Facility | Roofing Contractor</a>
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Proud of our Big-D Ogden group and their talented team that worked on an awesome rebuild for Swire Coca-Cola in Denver, Colorado.

The first of many projects to come between Big-D Construction National Food and Beverage Group and our Family of Companies partner McAlvain Construction based in Boise

“Teamwork Makes the Dream Work”
The first of many projects to come between Big-D Construction National Food and Beverage Group and our Family of Companies partner McAlvain Construction based in Boise as they work together on Project Angus, a meat processing and distribution facility in Idaho Falls.

Big-D Family of Companies is proud to announce Laura Shivers has been promoted to Vice President of Johnson Carlier, an Arizona based subsidiary of Big-D Companies.

Big-D Family of Companies is proud to announce Laura Shivers has been promoted to Vice President of Johnson Carlier, an Arizona based subsidiary of Big-D Companies.
Beginning her career at Johnson Carlier in August of 2020, Shivers was hired as the Director of Business Strategy, a position she’s done exceptionally well in during difficult times. In her role as Vice President, Shivers is responsible for the preconstruction, business development, marketing, and administrative teams. Additionally, she will spend a majority of her time securing new business, accelerating growth and ensuring 100% client satisfaction.
“I’m excited to represent Johnson Carlier and the Big-D Family in a leadership role. The opportunity to help grow the organization into the next century and execute on our strategic plan is a challenge I am ready for,” said Shivers.
The new leadership role comes on the heels of several promotions within Big-D Family of Companies as of the new year. Shivers will report to Big-D’s Chief Operational Officer, Troy Thompson, based at company headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah.
“Laura’s drive, passion and skills when it comes to enterprising and social relationships are as high as I have seen in other leaders within the organization,” said Thompson. “I am thrilled to see how she uses those powerful skills to help all of our associates at Johnson Carlier achieve the careers of their dreams.”
Prior to Big-D, Shivers has an extensive and impressive resume as an award-winning marketing and communications professional. She is also highly dedicated and fervent about giving back to the community and has turned that passion into one of the fastest growing non-profits in the state of Arizona, Back 2 School Bounty. Shivers is highly determined and good at what she does. As Vice President, she is looking forward to winning, growing people, and evolving the perception of the company’s limitations. She’s particularly proud of how far Johnson Carlier has come and is looking forward to the future.
“Since joining Johnson Carlier two years ago, Laura has taken our office to new heights in her role as Director of Business Strategy.  She has participated in the re-branding of Johnson Carlier, website development and features, rebuilding of the marketing team and has been very successful in opening up doors to new projects and clients for the company,” stated Thompson. “We are pleased that Laura has accepted the offer to serve as Vice-President and help to grow the company’s vision for its 2030 Strategic Plan in this executive capacity.”
“I’m extremely proud of the recent strategic hires we’ve had at Johnson Carlier—our team’s resume is critical to growth and future work in this market. In addition, in 2021 we had over $400 million worth of industrial opportunities and an additional $200 million in multi-family projects, more than we’ve ever seen—large in part to an effort in forging relationships with other business units within Big-D,” said Shivers.
ABOUT BIG-D FAMILY OF COMPANIES
Strengthened by more than 1,500 employees, the Big-D Family of Companies has grown to become one of the nation’s leading contractors, comprised of 14 offices in 8 states traversing the west from California to Minneapolis, with a resume of thousands of construction projects spanning from coast to coast. Today, they are responsible for the construction and management of $2 billion annually, providing design-build, general contracting, and construction management services to customers in a variety of specialized and focused industries. Regional offices are in Salt Lake City, Ogden, Lindon, and Park City, Utah; Pleasanton and Irvine, California; Tempe, Arizona; Las Vegas and Reno, NV; Saint Paul, Minnesota; Bozeman, Montana; Boise and Idaho Falls, Idaho; and Jackson, Wyoming. For more information, please visit www.big-d.com.
ABOUT JOHNSON CARLIER CONSTRUCTION
Johnson Carlier is an Arizona-based independently managed general contractor providing construction management, design/build and CMAR services throughout the southwest. Headquartered in Tempe, Johnson Carlier brings small-firm attention and large-firm capabilities to every client, partner, and project and does so by delivering exceptional expert customer service and nimble, responsive solutions. For more information, please visit www.johnsoncarlier.com/.

Laura Shivers of Johnson Carlier Promoted to VP | Commercial Construction and Renovation

On this National Employee Appreciation Day, we just want to say THANK YOU to all our amazing associates!

On this National Employee Appreciation Day, we just want to say THANK YOU to all our amazing associates! 
We couldn&#8217;t do it without your hard work, loyalty, and support. Keep Thinking Big!

National Employee Appreciation Day, we just want to say THANK YOU to all our amazing associates!

Big-D Companies Announces Two New Executive Roles

SALT LAKE CITY, UT — As Big-D Family of Companies continues to grow nationwide with 14 offices in eight states and over 1,500 associates, the company&#8217;s executive leadership is also expanding.
Big-D announces Michael Sant, former Senior Vice President, has been named Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) and Shaun Orr, former Vice President, has been named Chief Information Officer (CIO).
Since 2005, Sant has been a leader at Big-D Companies in many different roles. Sant&#8217;s resume includes Senior Estimator, Pre-Construction Director, Vice President, Senior Vice President, and most recently an executive on one of the largest ongoing projects in the United States, The Salt Lake City International Airport Redevelopment Program.
“We are pleased to watch his progression as a leader, and we are excited to have him take the reigns as CSO,” said Big-D Chief Executive Officer Cory Moore.
As Chief Strategy Officer, Sant will have many new responsibilities including consistently clarifying and communicating Big-D Companies&#8217; vision and taking the necessary strategic steps to support that vision and continued growth.
“This is an exciting opportunity, and I look forward to contributing to the lasting vision created by our founder, Dee Livingood,” Sant said.
Former Vice President and Head of Human Resources and Information Technology, Orr has worked for Big-D Family of Companies and its associates for over 20 years.
“His dedication exemplifies our mission of being the most sought-after, which is echoed through his ever-patient, thoughtful, and humble service to everyone at Big-D,” Moore said.
As CIO, Orr is responsible for the effective leadership, strategy, and implementation of the organization&#8217;s information and policies as related to Human Resources and Technology. Additionally, he will provide expertise and future vision to leverage technology and human capital management to ensure Big-D Companies&#8217; commitment to growth and innovation.
“I am honored to have been asked to work with the Senior Leadership team at Big-D and lead our efforts on innovation, technology, and our most valuable and cherished resource: our people,&#8221; Orr said. &#8220;I have been fortunate to have been given amazing opportunities at Big-D Companies over the last two decades and will continue to foster our culture and support our mission to be the most sought-after construction company in the business.&#8221;
With Big-D Family of Companies&#8217; growth, continuing to provide opportunity through expansion is key to the company&#8217;s future and retaining personnel.
“It is essential that we reinforce our strategic plan with corporate leaders such as Michael Sant and Shaun Orr, who had proven themselves as impressive and critical leaders in their past positions, and will ensure we grow intelligently, productively, and with the appropriate risk management processes and systems in place,” Moore said.

Big-D Executives, Michael Sant and Shaun Orr were recently featured by ACP’s Rocky Mountain Construction for their new leadership roles within Big-D Family of Companies.

Recently Big-D Chief Operations Officer, Troy Thompson, was named 2022 AGC of Utah Chairman of the Board.

He was formally introduced at this year’s AGC Annual Convention where they celebrated 100 years. He was also featured in the AGC of Utah’s Annual Magazine. We are very proud and honored to have Troy not only in a leadership role within Big-D but in the construction industry for this great state. Congratulations Troy! Click here to read his full letter to AGC Utah members<a href="https://bit.ly/34qQEIu"> https://bit.ly/34qQEIu</a>

The Natural History Museum of Utah illuminates the natural world and the place of humans within it.
NHMU is an institution of science. As such, we accept the theory of evolution, which is the unifying concept of all biological sciences. While there remains ongoing and lively debate about the processes of evolutionary change—that is, how evolution occurs—the overwhelming majority of biologists fully endorse the idea that all organisms on earth share a common ancestry and that life&#8217;s unfolding has encompassed billions of years of time. Like gravity, evolution is one of the cornerstones of modern science, and it represents one of the key themes of our institutional mission.
<a href="https://nhmu.utah.edu/">Natural History Museum of Utah </a>

Natural History Museum of Utah

The Christmas Box International charity works to prevent child abuse. We partner with local, national, and international groups to improve the quality of life for children, teens, and young adults who are victims of abuse, neglect, trafficking or are facing homelessness or other risks that no child should have to face.

The Christmas Box International

We&#8217;re committed to family literacy! Treehouse Children&#8217;s Museum has a community-focused initiative to help parents and grandparents prepare their children for the start of school. Recognizing that many children start Kindergarten in local schools without the skills they need to succeed, and that many children do not attend any preschool programs before the start of their formal schooling, we&#8217;ve worked with educators, schools, and community organizations, and with a renowned children&#8217;s book illustrator and author, to provide new resources to both parents and teachers.

Tree House Museum

Our volunteers are a vital part of the magic for Tracy Aviary. While we certainly benefit from the time, energy, and talents of our volunteers, we want to make sure they receive an equal amount of reward. Our volunteers enjoy hands-on experiences, meet others with similar interests, and help support one of only two public aviaries in the nation. Investigate the types of volunteer positions available and choose one that’s right for you.

Tracy Aviary

UVU is an open-admission institution with a commitment to student success. We focus on teaching all students and providing them with real-world experiences.

Utah Valley University

The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.
<a href="https://www.byu.edu/about">BYU</a>

The Dr. W. C. Swanson Family Foundation is a private charitable foundation established in 1977 by Dr. Walter C. “Doc” and Beryl Swanson. Its purpose is to benefit Weber County, Utah, and the surrounding area, through benevolent endeavors. Since its inception, the Swanson Foundation has been committed to improving education, social and veterans services, health care, arts and culture, law enforcement and many other venues locally and abroad.

Swanson Family Foundation

The Children’s Center is home to many specialized clinical services. We lead the way in working with children who struggle with behavioral, emotional, educational, intellectual and developmental challenges or may have experienced trauma.
We treat the whole child, looking at more than a single issue so we can provide the best, most comprehensive integrated care. We examine barriers in the home, school and community, working with the family who raises them and the organizations that support them.
<a href="https://www.thechildrenscenter.com/">The Children&#8217;s Center</a>

The Children’s Center

DesignBuildBLUFF is a graduate architecture program at the University of Utah focused on immersing students in hands-on cross-cultural experiences. We work in partnership with the Rural and Native communities of San Juan County in the Utah Four Corners.
DesignBuildBLUFF

DesignBuildBLUFF

Intermountain Healthcare is a Utah-based, not-for-profit system of 24 hospitals (includes &#8220;virtual&#8221; hospital), a Medical Group with more than 2,400 physicians and advanced practice clinicians at about 160 clinics, a health plans division called SelectHealth, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.
<a href="https://intermountainhealthcare.org/">Intermountain Healthcare</a>

Intermountain Healthcare

The Associated General Contractors of America, the voice of the construction industry, is an organization of qualified construction contractors and industry related companies dedicated to skill, integrity and responsibility.  Operating in partnership with its Chapters, the Association provides a full range of services satisfying the needs and concerns of its members, thereby improving the quality of construction and protecting the public interest.
<a href="https://www.agc.org/">Home | Associated General Contractors of America (agc.org)</a>

Associated General Contractors

Westminster is a private, non-profit, accredited, and comprehensive liberal arts college in Salt Lake City, Utah. Students experience the liberal arts blended with professional programs in an atmosphere dedicated to civic engagement.
With the goal of guiding its graduates to a life with purpose, Westminster provides life-changing learning experiences for both undergraduate and graduate students. Faculty focus on teaching, learning and developing distinctive, innovative programs, while students thrive on Westminster&#8217;s urban Sugar House campus within minutes of the Rocky Mountains.
<a href="https://westminstercollege.edu/">Westminster College</a>

Westminster College

YMCA

Salt Lake International Airport Topping Out Ceremony

500 skilled trade workers including, Holder-Big-D, A Joint Venture (HDJV), gathered for a “topping out” ceremony to celebrate a major milestone in the construction of Phase 2 of The New SLC.
During the ceremony, those involved in the project signed one of the final steel beams—weighing 3,500lbs.—before it was raised 55 feet to cap off Concourse A-east, which will house 22 Delta gates; 7 specialty retail, news, and gift locations; and 12 food and beverage options.
BIG congratulations to The New SLC and every single worker who has been part of this project.

Big-D Construction recently sponsored and participated in the 2021 NAIOPOLY

Big-D Construction recently sponsored and participated in the 2021 NAIOPOLY event in Salt Lake City. NAIOPOLY is the ultimate real estate game for up-to-date developments across the Wasatch Front. Participants included developers, investors, site selectors, brokers, industry service providers and the who’s who of industry players.
Photo Credit: Jared Kenitzer, CRSA 
For more information and pictures visit: 
<a href="https://naioputah.org/2021-naiopoly/">https://naioputah.org/2021-naiopoly/</a>

SLC International Airport Celebrates One-year Anniversary

Big-D Construction congratulates the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) as they celebrate their one-year anniversary and announcement by the USGBC for achieving LEED Gold Certification! 
SLC International Airport Celebrates One-year Anniversary 
USGBC Announces LEED Gold Certification Achieved
Salt Lake City, UT (Sept. 15, 2021) –Today, the Salt Lake City Department of Airports (SLCDA) celebrates one year since opening The New SLC-Phase 1—with the distinction of being the first new U.S. hub airport built in the 21st Century—while announcing LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
The New SLC Airport was designed and built with a number of goals in mind: to build an airport that provides a flexible, right-sized design for the future that is more efficient, sustainable and maintains competitive costs. Additional goals were to build an airport that could withstand a major seismic event, provide more areas to plug in electronic devices and reflect the beauty of Utah—both inside and out. The New SLC has achieved its sustainability goal of LEED Gold certification for both the Terminal Redevelopment Program project and Concourse B-west.
“As two of the largest LEED v2009 gold certified airport terminal projects in the United States, the airport team faced the unique challenge of building on a large scale, while staying on-task and prioritizing health and sustainability,” said Lisa Stanley, director of technical services, USGBC. “I know just how dauting this task was and how much pre-planning was required to bring this project to where it is today, and congratulate all those involved.”
The airport achieved this certification through efforts involving emission reduction, waste minimization, water conservation and renewable energy implementation. Practicing sustainability began day 1 of construction. Prior to the airport opening, 95% of construction waste was diverted from landfills and incinerators. Before opening day, airlines began to transition from diesel to electric ground support equipment. And the layout of The New SLC plays a substantial role in sustainability with a linear concourse configuration that reduces the time aircraft idle and taxi. 
“The airport recognizes the importance of reducing carbon emissions to mitigate our impact on global climate change,” said Bill Wyatt, executive director, Salt Lake City Department of Airports. “The former airport—which was a beloved part of our community—was inefficient when it came to sustainability efforts. Everything from the boiler system to the plumbing and electrical systems were beyond repair. What is really impressive is that the new airport uses less water and less electricity than the former facility.”
For a complete report on the airport’s sustainability goals and performance, go to <a href="http://slcairport.com/about-the-airport/community-and-environment?fbclid=IwAR1JiP2J7Z0aJy_pwo9-r2Itvy9Mh7TR22m6ptVhv1HQ-jjzbzPh2l9TMtg">slcairport.com/about-the-airport/community-and-environment.</a> 
For the complete press release, go to <a href="https://slcairport.com/.../SLC-Airport-Reaches-LEED-Gold...">https://slcairport.com/&#8230;/SLC-Airport-Reaches-LEED-Gold&#8230;</a>

2021 ENR Mountains States Contractor of the Year

The ENR regional editors have selected Big-D Construction for 2021 Contractor of the Year in the Mountain States region for the Intermountain area. We are honored and humbled for this recognition and wish to extend our gratitude to all of the Big-D employees, owners, and trade partners that help to make each projects vision a reality. 
THINK BIG | WORK BIG | LIVE BIG
​​​​​​​Continue reading the full article here 
<a href="https://www.enr.com/articles/firms-of-the-year​​​​​​​">​​​​​https://www.enr.com/articles/firms-of-the-year​​​​​​​ </a>

On Aug. 11, 2021, Utah’s Commissioner of Apprenticeship Programs announced the launch of the state’s first comprehensive apprenticeship website &#8211; apprenticeship.utah.gov.
“As businesses struggle to hire enough workers, and as many Utahns are striving to earn a living wage, there is no better time to consider apprenticeships,” said Melisa Stark, commissioner of apprenticeship programs. “Employers can hire employees to start right away and learn on the job, and workers can get paid to train for a lucrative career.”
Apprenticeships are industry-driven, high-quality career pathways that are beneficial to both businesses and workers. Workers get paid on-the-job and related training, job security and portable credentials, certificates or degrees. Employers prepare their future workforce while reducing costs for recruitment, enjoying a 94% retention rate.
“Apprenticeships are an under-utilized pathway to a great, in-demand career,” said Rep. Mike Winder, who sponsored the legislation that created the new commissioner of apprenticeship role. “A four-year degree is not the only way.”
The announcement took place at the Post House project, a massive downtown construction site where apprentices work side by side with more experienced mentors to learn their trade.
“It’s no secret that the workforce is stretched, and finding qualified, skilled tradespeople has become ever increasingly challenging,” said Shaun Orr, vice-president of human resources at Big-D Construction. “Apprenticeship programs fill a critical role in attracting and retaining talent so we can continue to build the places where we live, work and play.”
While traditionally found in industries like construction, utilities and trades, apprenticeships are expanding to industries like healthcare and information technology. Utah has more than 4,200 apprentices and 265 registered apprenticeship programs in dozens of industries. Apprentices who complete their programs earn more over their career than non-apprentice participants, and upon completion earn an average of $60,000 annually. ​​​​​​​
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Employers, educators, parents and future apprentices can learn more at <a href="http://apprenticeship.utah.gov/">http://apprenticeship.utah.gov/</a>

State launches Apprenticeship Utah

Our Mission is to provide children and young athletes of all ages, talent levels and economic situations an opportunity to improve their athletic abilities, build confidence, learn teamwork and enhance communication in a fun and entertaining environment.
Alex Austin, A-Train’s Vice-President, and the organization’s Director brings more than 15-years professional and collegiate athletic experience to the youth that he teaches. His experience includes coaching and directing camps for many notable Universities, head coaches and professional athletes. Although his program initially focused on basketball camps, it has since evolved to include teams and training athletes. The A-Train program now includes over 300 kids, ranging in age from 6-18 years and varying in different skill development.
We have an excellent program and a wonderful group of volunteer coaches and parents dedicated to providing a positive learning environment for developing basketball fundamentals, as well as life skills. Our goal is to give guidance and strengthen youth through sports activities, education and community service. A-Train players amassed over 10,000 hours of giving back to their community during the 2011 season, and each child in the program is required to maintain a respectable GPA , with a goal of maintaining a 3.5 program wide GPA.  We also educate the kids on proper nutrition, the danger of drugs, respecting parents and being a good citizen.
Alex has a great deal of respect and knowledge for the game, which he hopes to pass along to each young athlete with which he works; helping them strive to reach their potential both in the game of basketball and in their lives.  In addition to his A-Train for Youth program, Alex’s A-Train Magic travel teams compete in the top tournaments around the country, placing young athletes in front of college scouts and coaches, giving them an opportunity for college placement. We work closely with these athletes, educating them on NCAA rules and requirements, collegiate eligibility requirements and preparing them for the rigors of college athletics. Many of our college athletes return home to donate their time to coach at our summer camps.
Alex Austin makes it his personal mission to ensure that every child who participates in his program is personally recognized and acknowledged. He has developed a system that not only teaches and improves a child’s skill in the sport of basketball, but has also learned how to reach them on an individual level to reinforce the values necessary to succeed in life. 
<a href="https://www.atrainforyouth.com/">Basketball Club | Utah | A-Train for Youth (atrainforyouth.com)</a>

A-Train for Youth

The Big-D Idaho Falls office began, in earnest, in 2013 when a project construction team with ties to Eastern Idaho was relocated to Rexburg, Idaho to manage the construction of the Central Energy Facility project at BYU-Idaho. Company leadership then discovered there were other employees from Eastern Idaho eager to pursue more work locally. In turn, Big-D encouraged their eagerness and desire to establish a presence throughout Eastern Idaho. That presence continued to grow until Big-D officially opened a regional office in Idaho Falls in 2018.
Big-D Idaho Falls is proud to offers clients the ability to work directly with a local contractor who can devote a higher level of attention to projects, typical of a smaller contractor, but who is also backed by the significant resources of a much larger firm. With Big-D Idaho Falls you receive the best of both worlds – the dedication of an earnest small contractor and the resources, professionalism, and experience of a much larger organization.
While the roots of Big-D Construction are ever-expanding, our Idaho Falls office takes a community-centered approach to our work. On every project, our priorities include strengthening local economies and creating jobs for existing residents by supporting local merchants, vendors, suppliers, and retailers.

Mountain America Credit Union Call Center

BYU-Idaho Central Energy Facility

Castle Rock Medical Center

BYU-Idaho Mark W. Austin Technical & Engineering Building Remodel

Andrew Wolford

Trevor Hunsaker

John Kemp

2013

$2B+

Highlight 
Experience

Idaho Falls, Idaho

The Big-D Lindon office opened in 2005 with the focus to increase Big-D’s presence in Utah County. The Lindon office constructs a wide range of project types annually, with key market sectors being commercial buildings, higher education facilities, multi-family housing, industrial, and mining projects. Big-D Lindon is a fully self-sufficient office, able to offer comprehensive Preconstruction and Construction services, and is staffed with a Preconstruction Director, a team of estimators, and a variety of market-specific construction team members.
Building and maintaining local client relationships has always been the driving factor for the Lindon office but being local for their employees who appreciate working on projects close to home and minimizing long commutes is equally as important. Just as Big-D Construction seeks to be the most sought-after construction company in the business, the Lindon office has a similar goal of being the number one construction company in Utah County.

Orem Family Fitness Center

Bear Lake County Courthouse

2005

1.15 B

Total Higher 
Educational Projects

Lindon, UT

Big-D Construction was founded in 1967 in Ogden. It was our original home, first headquarters, and where it all started. The Ogden office is where our company culture and core values were forged and where Big Dee and his founding leaders built a company based on equal respect for customers and employees. A company based on honesty and integrity. A company where there is no difference between what we say and what we do. The Ogden operation grew quickly, taking on larger and more notable projects in the food and beverage processing, manufacturing and industrial warehouse sectors. This office of humble beginnings marked many of Big-D Construction’s significant “firsts” – first $1 million annual revenue, first million-dollar single project, and first large scale, multi-million-dollar contract.
Today, Big-D Ogden serves as both the northern Utah regional office and the homebase of our Big-D National Food &amp; Beverage division. Their primary focus is still food and beverage processing, warehouse/distribution, and manufacturing facilities. Nearly 95% of Big-D Ogden’s projects are from longstanding repeat clients and their footprint continues to grow for their Food &amp; Beverage unit across the U.S.

Tyson Foods Case Ready Plant

Oatly Processing Facility

United States Cold Storage Renovation & Expansion

Copper Crossing at I-80

Forrest McNabb

Mark Glauser

Blaine Nimer

Years top Food/ 
Beverage Contractor

Years Ranked among Top 
Builders in the nation

Years Best of State in 
Commercial Construction

Ogden, UT

Our downtown Salt Lake City location serves as both our Salt Lake Regional office, as well as the Big-D Companies corporate headquarters. Big-D Salt Lake has delivered comprehensive construction services to the Valley and surrounding areas for nearly four decades. We offer generations of expertise in a wide range of project types, specifically in those most critical to our geographic location and rapidly evolving market – warehouse and distribution, mixed-use and multi-family, commercial, and manufacturing.
As Big-D Construction expands, the Salt Lake Regional office will remain the cornerstone of our organization and lead the way for our entire company by exemplifying the standards we were founded on. We call it The Big Idea and it is centered around Respect, People, and Truth. We give equal respect to employees and customers, we assemble the best people in the business to work on projects, and we always build with truth and integrity &#8211; if we say it, we do it.
Big-D is on a mission is to be the most sought-after construction company in the business. We’ll achieve that goal by attracting and retaining the best talent, delivering first-rate construction experiences that exceed client expectations and increase repeat business, and by continually improving and staying at the forefront of the construction industry. We are enthusiastically committed to supporting the growth of our fast-developing region and excited for what’s to come.

Weber State University

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BYU

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