http://www.lincolnbuilders.com News from Lincoln Builders, Inc. en-us Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:50:02 CDT Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:50:02 CDT http://www.lincolnbuilders.com Donnie Bell Design info@lincolnbuilders.com (webmaster) info@lincolnbuilders.com (webmaster) http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=169 Teamwork is one of our company core beliefs. Every successful project begins with collaboration and teamwork to ensure the vision and design intent is carried through the building process. Lincoln’s own, Jeremy Sandlin, Lead Preconstruction for LBI South Louisiana, presented to the Baton Rouge AIA last Friday on alternative project delivery methods including: Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Design-Build, and Design-Assist. Our team went into detail on how CMAR can provide immense value to a new project for both architects and owners. As a Construction Manager, Lincoln leverages its financial strength and exceptional management practices to provide services on an "at-risk" basis (CMAR) where we are responsible for guaranteeing performance on both large and small projects. This provides the owner minimal risk as well as maintaining their budgetary goals for a new project. Great work Jeremy and the Lincoln Builders Team! (pictured L-R are Jeremy Sandlin, Lauren Cowan, Brennan McLean, and Keith Keller) Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 CST http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=169 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=166 Lincoln Builders congratulates Lincoln Prep on its groundbreaking ceremony for the new state-of-the-art Lincoln Preparatory School K-12 complex in Grambling, Louisiana this week. “This is an amazing day,” said Gordan Ford, executive director of Lincoln Prep. “Our faculty, staff, students and community are so excited to finally reach this day. We can’t wait to move in next school year.” The new Lincoln Preparatory School campus is scheduled to open in November 2022. The campus will feature a 100,000 sq. ft. classroom building, with a library; science, computer, and robotics labs; a school-based clinic; a 1,000-seat gymnasium, with locker rooms, workout and training spaces; along with a new football stadium; fieldhouse; and future baseball and softball fields. Also included in the design is the state-of-the-art Grambling Heritage Museum as part of the school’s library. From onset of the project design, Lincoln Builders’ team was intimately involved with Lincoln Prep, M3A Architecture of Jackson, Mississippi and project manager Volkert, Inc. working toward the goal of a facility that will support 1,000 students. With assistance from our subcontractor team, we were able to offer extensive savings that helped us arrive within budget without reducing square footage or sacrificing the integrity of the facility, in spite of the material price increases due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Pictured from left are Grambling State University President Rick Gallot, Louisiana State Rep. Patrick O. Jefferson, Lincoln Prep Chief Operating Officer and Athletic Director Glen Hall, City of Grambling Planning & Zoning Director Mary Gipson, Executive Director of Lincoln Prep Gordan Ford, Grambling High Foundation Board members Hollis Downs and Edwin Watley, Greater Grambling Chamber of Commerce President Barbara McIntyre, and Grambling High Foundation Board of Directors President Robert Wiley. Thu, 04 Nov 2021 00:00:00 CDT http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=166 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=160 Lincoln Builders is proud to announce the completion of the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine on the campus of University of Louisiana at Monroe. This beautiful 100,000 square foot four-story precast and masonry structure is located on a 10-acre campus directly on Bayou Desiard in Monroe, Louisiana. The VCOM organization currently has four campuses in the United States with Auburn, Alabama being the most recently completed prior to the Monroe campus. Originally, the VCOM owners intended to engage the nationwide construction firm that built the Auburn campus for construction of the Monroe facility. After an agreement was made with ULM, Lincoln Builders’ team submitted “The most impressive bid package and portfolio that I have seen during my 17 years managing projects for VCOM,” said Bill Price, VCOM’s Vice President for Operations. Lincoln was then selected as the general contractor for this large project. The project was set to begin in September 2018, but due to a delay of legal documentation between ULM and VCOM, Lincoln was not allowed to begin work until October 31, 2018. Even with a significant delay, Lincoln still met their December 2019 deadline with no increase in contract price. Instead, Lincoln worked very closely with the architect and owners to value engineer and deliver a very successful project that all parties were happy with. The main facility offers two theater-style high-tech classrooms, a state-of the-art anatomy lab, 20 small-group rooms, four conference rooms, student lounges, food service, and a library. High-definition video projection and recording allows all presentations to be recorded and later displayed through VCOM TV for student review. The Simulation and Technology Center in the facility houses all Medical Simulation and Technology, which includes clinical medical procedural skills laboratories, simulated patient exam rooms with recording capability and EMR technology, patient simulation laboratories, and high-tech mannequin simulators for pediatric, adult and obstetrical procedural training. The osteopathic manipulation and physical examination lab provides electronic tables which are located within the facility along with a small group classroom theatre. State of the art, high definition video capability assures optimal education. This medical school will host an inaugural class of 160 students beginning sometime in late summer 2020 and is predicted to have a $70-80 million impact in the northeast Louisiana market. For more information and project photos Click Here Tue, 02 Jun 2020 00:00:00 CDT http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=160 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=159 Lincoln Builders, Inc. was honored recently as recipient of the 2019 Business of the Year award by the Ruston-Lincoln Parish Chamber of Commerce. Nomination criteria included evidence of integrity in business, leadership in and contribution to the community, and innovative thinking. Receiving the award at the annual chamber banquet was CEO Clint Graham. For Lincoln Builders, integrity is a family trait that started with founder Hollis Graham and was passed on to his sons Ronny and Danny. It is now evident in the current CEO, grandson Clint Graham. This model of integrity trickles down to every employee in the company, where it is lived out daily in the offices and in the “trenches.” In true keeping with its’ mission statement, Lincoln seeks to “identify, recruit, and retain the very best people of integrity.” The result is an average retention rate among employees of around 20 years. The Lincoln Builders family truly loves its’ hometown of Ruston, and our commitment to the community is rock-solid. We are privileged to be named among the finest businesses in the area. Thanks to the Ruston-Lincoln Parish Chamber of Commerce and the amazing people it represents for bestowing this honor on us. Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:00 CST http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=159 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=156 Lincoln Builders recently completed phase 1 of the ION Baton Rouge renovation project near the campus of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. This 286-unit, 5 story apartment complex was originally constructed by an out of state contractor, but was continually plagued by water intrusion and craftsmanship issues. Lincoln Builders was tasked with removing, replacing, and waterproofing the entire exterior of the building (stucco and cement siding) to alleviate the water infiltration issues. In addition to the major exterior overhaul, Lincoln also renovated and refurbished 400,000 square feet of interior, including structural corrections plus renovation of the 1st through 5th floor/6th floor penthouses, as well as, the roof top outdoor/pool deck feature.  Many other interior updates included the indoor gym, entertainment area, and approximately 20,000 square feet of offices. Although Phase 1 is complete; the project, in its entirety, will be complete in early 2020. Lincoln has worked around the clock to make sure this project was on schedule for the 2019-2020 school year. Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 CDT http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=156 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=152 Groundbreaking was recently held on the new campus of the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) at the University of Louisiana Monroe. The beautiful 100,000 square-foot, four-story precast and masonry building will include: • two 2,400-square-foot, two-story classrooms that seat more than 200; • a 4,100-square-foot anatomy lab; • a 3,300-square-foot osteopathic manipulative medicine lab; • a large simulation and standardized patient center; • 20 small-group study rooms; • large, quiet study areas; and • three student lounges. Lincoln is very excited to have a part in providing a home for this medical school which is predicted to have a $70-80 million impact in the northeast Louisiana market. Development of the medical school campus is the result of a successful private/public partnership with VCOM receiving no state funding for construction or operation. For more information on Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine and its mission, visit www.VCOM.edu. Thu, 20 Sep 2018 00:00:00 CDT http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=152 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=151 The recently completed Pressbox Expansion Project at Joe Aillet Stadium receives Award of Merit in ENR's "Best Projects of 2018". This project was one of three selected in the highly competitive sports/entertainment category. Out of a total of 121 entries submitted into ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2018 Best Projects competition, the team of judges selected 42 projects across 18 categories as the region’s best. Winners were honored in Houston on October 18, where the 2018 Project of the Year was announced, the 2018 Legacy Award winner was honored and the 2018 Firms of the Year celebrated.  For a complete list of winners : https://www.enr.com/blogs/4-texas-louisiana-stories/post/44693-announcing-enr-texas-louisianas-2018-best-projects-winners?post_id=44693-announcing-enr-texas-louisianas-2018-best-projects-winners&ajs_uid=3237H6889412D2X&oly_enc_id=3237H6889412D2X&ajs_trait_oebid=3782E0258467B1M Fri, 03 Aug 2018 00:00:00 CDT http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=151 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=140 On January 1, 2018 Lincoln Builders smoothly transitioned into its third generation of Graham family leadership with Clint Graham being named CEO of Lincoln Builders, Inc.   Clint follows in the footsteps of his father Ronny Graham, his uncle, Danny Graham and his grandfather Hollis Graham, who founded the company in 1962.  Danny Graham’s retirement was effective December 31, 2017, after leading the business since 2009.  Danny will continue to serve the company as a member of its board of directors. Clint Graham began working for Lincoln part-time as a student and came on board as a full-time superintendent after earning his B. S. degree in Construction Management from the University of Louisiana-Monroe in 1989.  He also served as estimator, project manager and operations manager before being named President of Lincoln Builders of Ruston, Inc. in 2006. Clint will be responsible for establishing and executing overall corporate objectives, insuring profitable growth and fulfilling Lincoln Builders' commitment to the communities it serves. Lincoln Builders has full service offices in Baton Rouge and Ruston, Louisiana and Dallas, Texas. Clint is a Past President of the Louisiana Associated General Contractors and is a member of The Family Business Institute.  He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Club of North Central Louisiana and the Board of Trustees of Trinity United Methodist Church of Ruston.   Wed, 17 Jan 2018 00:00:00 CST http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=140 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=139 Lincoln Builders employees recently gathered on a Thursday evening at the beautifully decorated Louisiana Tech Davison Athletic Complex to celebrate Christmas and to honor Lincoln CEO Danny Graham upon his retirement. The event was attended by leadership from all Lincoln offices as well as Ruston employees and retirees. Of his retirement Danny said, "It has been my great honor to work with each and every one of you as we have built this company. Together we have built a company of which we can all be very proud. Our Company is very well respected in our Industry and this is a direct result of your efforts. I want to personally thank you for your commitment to our company and for all the sacrifices you have made as we have built Lincoln Builders together.  Our team has never been stronger and our company is positioned well for the future. "Clint Graham will become the CEO of Lincoln Builders, Inc.  He has been preparing for this role for some time and Clint is uniquely qualified for this task. He knows our business, he knows each of you and he knows the goals we have set for the company and how to get there.  Over the years, as Clint and I have worked together, I have been impressed by the leadership skills I have seen develop in him.  I know he has the skill, knowledge, and most importantly, the character and integrity to lead this company and I look forward to supporting him in his new role." Wed, 13 Dec 2017 00:00:00 CST http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=139 http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=138 Lincoln Builders, Inc. is teaming up with the Marine Toys for Tots foundation once again this year. This will be our second year to be a collection site for Toys for Tots. We will be collecting toys until December 15, 2017 at both the Baton Rouge and Ruston locations.  Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity is the fundraising, funding and support organization for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.  The Foundation was created at the behest of the U.S. Marine Corps and provides support in accordance with a Memorandum of Understanding with the Commander, Marine Forces Reserve, who directs the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.  The Foundation has supported Toys for Tots since 1991. The mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community in which the campaign is conducted. All donations through Team and Personal pages are managed with the same 97% to 3% program to support ratio as any other form of dollar donation to the Program. With over 97% of your donations going to our mission of providing toys, books, and other gifts to less fortunate children   Drop off locations: Lincoln Builders of Ruston 1809 Northpointe Suite 201 Ruston, LA  Lincoln Builders of Baton Rouge 11567 Mercantile Drive Baton Rouge, LA  Wed, 29 Nov 2017 00:00:00 CST http://www.lincolnbuilders.com/pages/news.php?id=138