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At UC San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, innovation started in the Big Room—where UCSD, designers, engineers, trades, and builders united side by side to bring this world-class medical and translational research hub to life. The result? A cutting-edge facility that trains future healthcare leaders and accelerates life-saving discoveries. Read more about how collaboration fueled innovation: kitchell.com/75for75 CannonDesign #Kitchell75for75 #HealthcareConstruction #BigRoom

The future of advanced manufacturing starts here! Texas State Technical College just broke ground on a state-of-the-art facility at the East Williamson County Higher Education Center in Hutto—an investment in the next generation of precision machinists, industrial systems technicians, and manufacturing experts. This new space will provide hands-on training for high-demand careers, aligning with Kitchell’s commitment to innovation and workforce development. We’re excited to see this project come to life and shape the future workforce in Texas! #skilledworkforce #higheredconstruction #kitchell PBK Geoff Bachanas, CCM Bill Johal, CCM, FCMAA, DBIA Katherine Kraai, CACM, LEED AP BDC Seth A.

Kitchell pioneered collaborative delivery in the 1970s, shaping Construction Management (CM) delivery methods through bold teamwork. The first real test? Three projects for DeVry Institute. Sam Kitchell, Vern Lindstrom, and the team worked side by side with CRS architects in Chicago, sketching concepts on butcher paper and refining estimates in real time. The result? A game-changing, transparent process that DeVry embraced for future projects. Vern later helped write the book on CM (literally) and chaired the AGC’s CM Committee. In year one of marketing CM, Kitchell won 22 out of 24 jobs. By the decade’s end, major clients like Armour-Dial were on board. Read more about our early work developing collaborative project delivery methods at https://loom.ly/GJxxpOA #Kitchell75for75 #ConstructionManagement

Join us for the AIA Women in Architecture Event! Celebrate Women’s History Month with a powerful panel discussion moderated by Kitchell President & CEO Wendy Cohen at our Phoenix office on March 26. Hear from industry leaders, including Jennifer Andrews (UArizona), Alexis Carver, AIA (Kitchell), Lindsey Feola (Gensler), and Valerie Granger, P.E., S.E. (Suntec) on mentorship, career paths, and more. Click on the link for more information and to register: https://loom.ly/f-K2uHg #learnwithkitchell #womeninarchitecture #womeninconstruction

As leaders in education construction, we recognize the importance of events like the annual Coalition for Adequate School Housing (C.A.S.H.) conference! Our education experts love connecting with new and existing clients alike, sharing our expertise, and gaining new knowledge with learning opportunities. Join us for an insider look at the conference and hear from Kitchell leaders Gustavo Ripalda, AIA, CCM, DBIA Ripalda and Luz Gonzalez on why CASH is instrumental in our mission to be at the forefront of innovations in education construction! #Kitchell #CASH2025 #learnwithkitchell Geoff Bachanas, CCM Bill Johal, CCM, FCMAA, DBIA

Last month in Las Vegas, Kitchell took center stage at the Associated Builders and Contractors National Excellence in Construction Awards, bringing home FOUR prestigious Pyramid Awards for outstanding projects across the country! A huge congratulations to our incredible teams whose dedication, craftsmanship, and innovation continue to set new standards of excellence. Let’s keep building with purpose and leading with innovation! #kitchell #awardwinningconstruction #healthcareconstruction #higheredconstruction #labconstruction

We’re closing out #WICWeek with a behind-the-scenes look at the all-women-led team driving the Berkeley City College Academic Building project forward. From vision to execution, these leaders are shaping the future of our industry with skill, determination, and innovation. In this 75 for 75 story, hear from our valued client, Peralta Community College District, along with our industry partners XL Construction and Ratcliff Architects, as they share their perspectives on the transformative role of women in construction. #Kitchell #TogetherBuildingValueEveryDay #WomenInConstruction Geoff Bachanas, CCM Emily Setoudeh, P.E., MBA Camille Rao Brian Jemo

In 1966, Kitchell made a bold leap into the digital age. Under the leadership of Vern Lindstrom, we introduced our first computer—an IBM 1130—transforming how we tracked project costs and managed operations. What once required stacks of ledgers and hours of manual calculations was now streamlined with punch cards and computerized reports. This shift also opened doors for emerging leaders like Kay Ellis, who helped modernize our systems and later became Kitchell’s first Director of Human Resources. Innovation wasn’t just about technology—it was about building a smarter, more structured company. Read more at www.kitchell.com/75for75 #Kitchell75for75 #WICWeek #ConstructionTechnology

At Arizona State University's recent Forum for the Advancement of Women in Construction, Kitchell President & CEO Wendy Cohen shared why staying true to yourself is not just important—it’s essential. "When you try to blend in and be like everyone else, you become boring. But when you embrace your quirkiness, your uniqueness, your creativity—that’s what makes you stand out." Hear more from Wendy in this clip as she discusses how authenticity fuels leadership and success. #Authenticity #Leadership #Kitchell

#WICWeek?is here, and this year’s theme—"Together We Rise"—is a powerful call to action. It’s about more than resilience; it’s about lifting each other up and driving the industry forward. We’re kicking off the week with an inspiring virtual panel featuring leaders from Kitchell,?Terracon, and Sierra Coast Products, Inc., diving into what it takes to rise, lead, and thrive in the AEC industry. Inspired by the book Brave Women at Work: Stories of Resilience, this discussion will explore the challenges, lessons, and triumphs that shape strong careers and even stronger communities. Join the conversation. Register now at the link:?https://loom.ly/KjY8eAw #TogetherWeRise?#WomenInConstruction?#Kitchell