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Streamlining in the Name of Service
I pulled into a drive-thru the other day, only to
discover I could no longer order my regular
combo. I was told that I could choose from the
five value meals listed or go inside to place all
other orders. This kind of streamlining is
happening in almost every industry—
construction being no exception—and while
I’m all for efficiency, efficiency at the expense
of service is another matter.
Clay Stacker
President
As the economy has suffered, many companies
have downsized, figuring that remaining staff
would simply have to wear more hats. Positions and work duties
were combined, resources were stretched, and fingers were crossed.
Then reality set in.
Our business isn’t what it used to be. Computer programs have
grown more sophisticated, materials procurement has more complex
processes, building owners require more paperwork. There are only
so many hats one person can wear before his body buckles.
As a result of the economy and staff reductions outside of our
company, SouthLand was incredibly busy this past year. Materials
that were typically on the shelf had to be ordered in advance. Many
companies and vendors were required to re-establish their accounts.
We issued many more joint-check agreements between companies
and their suppliers. And even companies who were slow with work
were unwilling to ramp up new personnel when projects required
additional hours.
To navigate this new reality, SouthLand took a different tack, by
expanding our staff and streamlining our systems. I’m thrilled to say
we have just completed our first paperless project, in which all
submittals, RFIs, correspondence and approvals were processed
electronically. We also upgraded our management software to a
web-based system that allows all contracts, subcontracts, and
purchase orders to be issued and managed online as well.
This is what I call streamlining in the name of service. After all,
service is what our reputation is built on.
We are optimistic about our future—and so grateful to all who have
contributed to our success in 2010.
Clay Stacker
Newsletter
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Spring 2011
Spotlight on: Greg Estes
Greg Estes has joined
SouthLand as a Senior Project
Manager and Estimator. Greg
brings 30 years of experience
overseeing all phases of
multi-million dollar conGreg Estes,
struction projects, ranging
Sr. Project Manager
from healthcare and indusand Estimator
trial to hotel and office
building projects across the United States.
Before joining SouthLand, Greg was responsible for the renovation of Baptist Hospital’s
Health and Healing Center and MR and CT
facilities as well as the GM Logistics
Optimization Center in Spring Hill, among
many others. Greg is currently overseeing
SouthLand’s construction of the Alive
Women’s Center in Charlotte, Michigan,
and oversaw the construction of the
Ensworth School athletic complex (see
next page for details).
“We are thrilled to have a project manager of
this caliber join our team,” said Tony Harris,
Vice President of SouthLand. Greg brings a
wealth of knowledge and experience in
industrial, logistics, medical and general
new construction that will serve our clients
well as SouthLand continues to grow.”
Did You Know?
SouthLand has added
9 new employees
to our team in
the past 12 months.
Project News
Project News
Institutional
The Ensworth School
Nashville, Tennesee
SouthLand recently completed the new 35,000 square foot gymnasium
and athletic complex, which includes two wood-floor courts,
storage, men’s and women’s locker rooms, a
reception lobby, concession area and four
offices. An 80-well geothermal system will heat
and cool the facility. The existing facility
remained in operation during the construction
period.
Ensworth Gymnasium
Ensworth Athletic Complex
Christ the King School
Nashville, Tennessee
Phase I was awarded to SouthLand from a select list of bidders
and consists of a new gymnasium, concessions area, restrooms
and classroom space. Phase II was negotiated and awarded after
SouthLand commenced Phase I, and it will consist of classroom
space, as well as a stage and music room. SouthLand has been
able to keep the existing facility operational during the
construction period.
Christ the King Gymnasium
Religious
The People’s Church
Spring Hill, Tennessee
SouthLand converted a Kroger grocery store into a 57,000
square-foot facility to serve the Spring Hill Campus of The
People’s Church. The facility includes three worship centers
(adult, middle/high school, and elementary
age) as well as meeting rooms, recreation
space, a coffee bar & bookstore and administrative offices. The tax savings program
saved $55,000, which was applied to upgrades.
The People’s Church Worship Center
Lobby of
The People’s Church
Project News
Project News
Multi-Family
Knoxville Landings
Residents will enjoy scenic views of the
Tennessee River
Knoxville, Tennessee
It will be hard not to notice the Knoxville Landings project
the next time you go to a UT Vols football game. Located
along the banks of the Tennessee River on James White
Parkway, this apartment complex, owned by Core
Development, consists of 152 units with unbelievable
views of downtown and the river. Their urban design
features hardwood floors and granite countertops as well
as an outdoor pool and access to the scenic public trails
along the river.
Interior Buildouts
Sweet CeCe’s
Custom materials lend the
interior a unique flavor
Brentwood, Tennessee
This unique Brentwood shop is the ninth Sweet CeCe’s
location to be completed by SouthLand Constructors.
Featuring a creative use of custom materials constructed
on site, the store has a unique design that
appeals to suburban FroYo enthusiasts of all
ages. SouthLand has been awarded three
other stores that will make a total of 12
stores for various franchisees of this popular
self-serve frozen yogurt brand.
Office
1646 Westgate Circle,
1646 Westgate Circle
Brentwood, TN
SouthLand has just completed another office building in
Westgate Commons, located at 1646 Westgate Circle. The
single-story office condo building is 19,500 square feet and
was designed by H. Michael Hindman Architects. The
attractive architecture features a mix of
glass curtain wall, Alucobond, brick, and
stone. SouthLand is also building out new
condo spaces in the building for Quality
Mortgage, Lehman Title & Escrow, and Dr.
Poss.
19,500 sq. feet of office space
The SouthLand Difference
VISION
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INTEGRITY
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Integrity is an easy claim to make. It’s a lot harder to find someone who promises what he knows he can do, and then
delivers on that promise. At SouthLand, we take integrity seriously. We do everything possible to protect the interests
of our clients—from careful bidding and planning to genuine teamwork, quality craftsmanship, and creative problem
solving. The results speak for themselves. Every year, 80% or more of the projects we do are for satisfied customers
we’ve worked for in the past.
Commercial Construction
You deserve the most for your construction dollar. At
SouthLand, we work closely with your team to reduce unnecessary costs while maintaining the integrity of your design
and enhancing the eventual function of your facility.
Healthcare Construction
Details are important in any type of construction. In
healthcare projects, however, they can literally mean the difference between life and death. At SouthLand Constructors,
we work closely with owners, physicians, technicians and equipment manufacturers to meet the unique needs and
concerns of each.
Multi-Family Residential
Multi-family projects make unique demands on a
builder. The complexity comes with the vast number of details in each unit. Multiply that by 50 or 150 units and it’s
easy to see why so many projects go beyond budget and schedule. SouthLand has completed more than 500 units in the
past three years, and we’ve built a reputation for delivering these projects on time and under budget.
Interior Buildouts
We are experts in commercial tenant improvements.
We understand that decisions must be made, plans executed, and work completed on extremely tight deadlines. From
the bid process through final construction, our dedicated managers keep your project moving, ensuring timely decisions
are made, unexpected problems are addressed quickly, and all work is integrated smoothly into your schedule. Whatever
your budget, we work with your team to get the most quality and function for the money. You enjoy access to the same
value engineering we offer our large-scale construction clients, enhancing value while reducing costs whenever possible.