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ACCLAIMED ARCHITECT GROUP AND CONSTRUCTION FIRM MOVE TO INNOVATION SQUARE
Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) and Ponikvar & Associates are two respected firms which have moved into Innovation Square recently. As service providers in the construction industry, both chose to move to Innovation Square in anticipation of the upcoming development. The moves signal the start of a growth period in the research community.
“It certainly signals the next phase beginning at Innovation Square. Architects and construction companies come into developments like this before construction begins on large projects. They hire engineers, site consultants, project managers, and get them in place so that when they break ground on the larger buildings, they have the support teams ready,” said Nick Banks, managing director of Front Street Commercial Real Estate Group.
Well-known locally for their extensive work with the University of Florida and the University of Miami, Ponikvar & Associates is an architect group that moved into Ayers Innovation Plaza across from UF’s Florida Innovation Hub, a building they designed. The firm’s other notable projects in the area include the University of Florida’s Nanoscale Facility, Emerson Alumni Hall, and the Tioga Town Center.
“There is a foreseeable demand for extensive building projects within the Square and we want to be around to be a part of that,” said Ponikvar & Associates’ Principal Architect and Vice President, Jack Ponikvar.
Ponikvar & Associates designed their new location to allow for an expansion of up to fifty-percent over their current staffing numbers. As the number of companies committing to Innovation Square continues to grow, the architectural firm expects their services will be in high demand. Ponikvar cited that they expect to expand quickly into the additional space.
Accompanying Ponikvar & Associates in the innovation district, CPPI relocated last week to 706 at Innovation Square. CPPI is a construction company with projects throughout the southeast but has been Gainesville-based since 1968. They are best known locally for construction of the Patient Tower at North Florida Regional Hospital. When asked why they chose to move their Diversified Projects Division to Innovation Square from another location in Gainesville, CPPI cited the location’s close proximity to the University of Florida campus and downtown Gainesville, the ample amenities being offered, and incentives provided by the Gainesville Community Redevelopment Agency, as reasons for its decision to switch.
“The location will keep us in close contact with our clients. It allows us to respond faster and provide better service. The new work environment and surrounding amenities are also a positive for our employees,” said Matt Webster, VP of the Diversity Projects Division for CPPI.
“Other companies are realizing that being within a highly visible location not only helps them recruit talented employees, but it also puts their company in the center of the events and opportunities that arise as Innovation Square continues to expand,” said Banks.
CPPI + UF Athletics
OCPS Westridge Middle School is in the News
Take a look at what students saw for the first time at the new Westridge Middle School in Orange County.
GROUND BREAKING
CPPI & CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL HOSPITAL BROKE GROUND ON THE NEW FREESTANDING EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT IN OVIEDO, FL
OVIEDO, FLA. (December 13, 2012) – Construction manager Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) and Central Florida Regional Hospital, an affiliate of HCA, broke ground December 13 for a new $9.7 million Freestanding Emergency Department in Oviedo, Florida. Designed by Lyman Davidson Dooley, Inc. of Tampa, the state-of-the-art 11,000 square foot satellite facility will operate as a full-service emergency room providing 24/7 emergency care for both pediatric and adult patients. Located on a 26-acre site at the intersection of Red Bug Lake Road and State Road 417, it will offer comprehensive emergency services including a dedicated trauma room as well as laboratory and imaging services. The single-story emergency care center will also include 12 private patient care rooms, a waiting area, nurse station, restrooms and support areas, as well as separate covered entry canopies for emergency vehicles and public drop-off. Projected to open in the fall of 2013, the facility will employ 35 full-time staff and four emergency medicine physicians.
TIFT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEET & GREET EVENT
CPPI hosted a free networking meet and greet event December 5, 2012 at the Tifton-Tift Chamber of Commerce.
MINDTREE
On November 13, 2012, a celebration was held to debut the new India-based Mindtree Limited’s first U.S. Development Center at the Ayers Building in Innovation Square. Governor Rick Scott was on hand to welcome Mindtree founders K.K. Natarajan and Scott Staples and presented them with the Governor’s Business Ambassador Award. “It’s individuals like KK and Scott that have really built jobs," Scott said. "They're the ones who are out hiring people and changing people's lives, so it's a real honor to be with them today."
Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) was selected as the general contractor for the Mindtree project in May 2012. The project consisted of over 12,000 square feet of renovations to the 3rd floor of the Ayers Medical Plaza building. The new space features offices, administrative space, conference rooms, kitchen, bathrooms, substantial IT room, card-swipe security system, and workstation hubs. CPPI demolished the 4th floor as well as renovated the ground floor corridor of the facility. Mindtree is a global information technology solutions company with revenues over 400 million USD. Mindtree’s consulting-driven approach has made them a strategic partner to over 40 Fortune 500 enterprises.
CPPI Named Business of the Year
CPPI NAMED LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR BY GAINESVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
(November 7, 2012)
Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) was named best overall large business during the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce “Business of the Year Luncheon” ceremony at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center on November 7, 2012. CPPI beat out 15 finalists for the top company award. CPPI is ranked as one of Florida Trend’s Top 200 private companies in Florida and has built over 40 projects that meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standards, including the first LEED Platinum project in the state.
CPPI receives two prestigious ABC Eagle Awards and Award of Merit
Construction manager Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) receives two prestigious ABC Eagle Awards representing the highest level of achievement in the 2012 ABC Excellence in Construction Awards presented by the Associated Builders & Contractors
ORLANDO, FLA. – Construction manager Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) received two prestigious ABC Eagle Awards representing the highest level of achievement in the 2012 ABC Excellence in Construction Awards presented by the Associated Builders & Contractors. The company was recognized for its outstanding work on: Florida Innovation Hub at the University of Florida, a state-of-the-art, LEED Gold Registered business incubator (Institutional Facilities, $10-$20 Million Category); and Lake County Schools’ Lake Minneola High School (Schools/Educational Facilities, $20-$50 Million Category). CPPI also received an Award of Merit for the Harn Museum of Art’s new $13.6 million David A. Cofrin Asian Art Wing at the University of Florida.
CPPI awarded Georgia Southern University project
Charles Perry Partners, along with our teaming partners Lavender & Associates, have been awarded
Sanford Hall Renovation at Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia
The goal of the project is to renovate Sanford Hall by keeping the historic identity of the building intact, but create a state-of-art facility which will meet the needs of a modern communication arts department. The existing structural system will have to be evaluated with the new program in mind, and if necessary, structural changes will be made. Column-free classrooms are needed, as well as student-run radio and television studios. All of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems are to be replaced. The building will become fully ADA accessible.
CPPI completes demolition, begins vertical construction at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
With the assistance of Albert, Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) completed the initial demolition phase of the West Concourse renovation project at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium (check out more photos of Albert’s work on GatorZone at www.gatorzone.com/westconcourse.
Now that Albert’s work is done the first phase of construction can begin this month and will continue until the project’s completion prior to the University of Florida’s football home opener against Bowling Green State University on Sept 1.
Construction will commence with a focus on the concession and kitchen areas of the West Concourse. The first step will consist of the initial installation of underground utilities for the concession and kitchen areas, followed by the installation of new concrete slabs at the concessions and crowd circulation areas. Overhead utilities that will be affected by construction will be removed and relocated as necessary. As concrete walls for the kitchen and concession areas are going up, electrical components will be installed. An outline of the various construction phases along with other information on the renovations can be found on the project page.
The West Concourse renovations will enhance the game-day experience for Gator fans and help to accommodate the crowds that routinely average over 90,000 fans in attendance for each home game. Features of the completed renovation project will include upgraded restroom facilities and lighting, crowd circulation improvements, concession areas with new food items, increased number of concession points of sale, flat screen televisions, and graphic and signage enhancements. A new feature for the West Concourse will be the addition of ceilings, including lineal lighting, vertical screening and graphics.
The functionality and aesthetic components of this project mark another chapter in the continuing legacy of “The Swamp”, building on Ben Hill Griffin Stadium’s reputation as one of the elite facilities in NCAA Division I football.
Demolition services were provided by Gainesville-based firm Florida Concrete Recycling. Initial construction services will be provided by multiple local subcontractors including Vintage Electric, Taylor, Cotton & Ridley, Mike Flynn Construction and BNG Construction. CPPI maintains a commitment to the inclusion of Gainesville area businesses during all projects at the University of Florida, not only to ensure the highest quality project at the most competitive value, but also to help stimulate the local economy.
Ribbon Cutting for Innovative New UCF Technology Commons
January 10, 2012 – University of Central Florida president John C. Hitt and other dignitaries held a ribbon cutting and official opening for the innovative new UCF Technology Commons, a collaborative learning space constructed by the Central Florida office of Charles Perry Partners. Also on hand were UCF provost and executive vice president Tony Waldrop, UCF vice provost for information technology and resources Joel Hartman, and Student Government Association president Matthew McCann. Totaling 19,747-square-feet, the $2.1 million first-floor renovation transformed UCF’s Computer Center I and II Buildings into a highly attractive and functional space for students and faculty. The Technology Commons features a technology product center, video recording and editing suite, technology service center, outdoor technology patios, and a café featuring Seattle’s Best Coffee.
Image courtesy of UCF Today. Click here to read the complete article.
CPPI establishes partnership with IMG College to promote long term relationship with Florida Gators
December 22, 2011 – Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) established a partnership with IMG College to promote its longtime relationship with the University of Florida University Athletic Association (UAA) and the Florida Gators. IMG College is a sports marketing agency that represents the Gators and numerous other high profile NCAA programs across the nation.
The partnership includes a page on Gatorzone.com dedicated to the renovation project, along with information about CPPI and links to CPPI’s website and social media sites. A rotating link to the page will reside on the right side of the Gatorzone.com football page, and will take you directly to the project page: Gatorzone.com/WestConcourse.
About West Concourse:
CPPI started demolition and renovations of the West Concourse at the University of Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Dec. 5, 2011, to improve the game day experience for Florida Gator Football fans.
Guests and fans will immediately notice West Concourse’s new features, including enhanced restroom facilities, better overall lighting, improved crowd circulation, and wider concessions with more points of sale, including new food items not previously offered in the stadium.
Flat screen televisions, new graphics and way finding signage, redesigned ceilings, and the use of high-end finishes along with brighter colors are just a few of the improvements fans will experience in the West Concourse.
“CPPI is honored to be selected by the UAA to complete the West Concourse renovation,” said CEO John V. Carlson. “It’s a challenging project, but an important one; naturally we’re very proud to be a part of the improvements to the stadium.”
The stadium has become much more than a place for home football games. The facility is visited by more than two million people each year, and the West Concourse renovations will enhance visitor’s experiences while continuing to tell the story of Gator football.
The West Concourse renovation will utilize a “fast-track” design-build construction method, and will be complete prior to the Sept. 1, 2012 home opener against Bowling Green.
Charles Perry Partners sponsors Faculty and Staff Holiday Luncheon at Lake Minneola High School
December 14, 2011 - Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) sponsored the Faculty and Staff Holiday Luncheon at Lake Minneola High School in Minneola, Fla., and presented Principal Linda Shepherd-Miller with a donation check during the event. Shepherd-Miller thanked CPPI for all its hard work and dedication to the successful opening of their new campus. Assistant Project Manager Austin Pella and Superintendent Dale Wicker from CPPI’s Orlando office wished everyone at the school a safe and happy holiday. A total of 142 faculty and staff attended the event.
Students Tour Valencia College at Lake Nona Academic Building
December 2, 2011 – Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) project manager Travis Bonnett and project engineer Kelsey Zwick led Valencia College building construction students on a tour of the new $21 million, 89,000-square-foot Valencia College at Lake Nona academic building, currently under construction in southeast Orlando, Florida.
Andrew Ray, RA, professor and director of the Building Construction Technology program at Valencia College, accompanied the students on their tour. “The experience was very beneficial and [the students] learned a lot,” said Ray. “It was great to see the newest addition to the Valencia facilities, and the high quality of work that CPPI is doing.”
Ray’s students saw firsthand the paperwork processing it takes to get a project from the design phase into the construction phase, and also how the building was being constructed, including steel erection, cast-in-place elevator slabs, and site logistics.
“It was a great experience, and I felt like the students had more of an emotional connection to this site visit since it was a Valencia College building they were getting the inside scoop on,” said Zwick.
The project is scheduled for completion in July 2012.
Orange Park Medical Center Emergency Department Expansion, Phase I
November 16, 2011 – Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) completed Orange Park Medical Center’s new 13,168-square-foot Emergency Department Expansion, Phase I, under its $9 million construction management contract with Hospital Corporation of America (HCA). Designed by Thomas, Miller & Partners, LLC, the project also includes a new ambulance entrance with a 2,890-square-foot exterior canopy and a new heli-pad. Additionally, Phase II renovations are underway and are scheduled for completion by mid-2012. CPPI previously constructed Orange Park Medical Center’s Cath Lab renovations, Endoscopy build-out, Surgery expansion and renovations, and Third Floor Acute Care Unit.
Lake Minneola High School Ribbon Cutting
November 16, 2011 – Lake County Schools held a ceremonial ribbon cutting Nov. 16, 2011, to officially open the new state-of-the-art $45 million Lake Minneola High School in Minneola, Florida. The ceremony was conducted by Lake Minneola High School Principal Linda Shepherd-Miller, School Board Member Chairperson Rosanne Brandeburg, School Board Member Debbie Stivender, School Board Member and Master of Ceremonies Tod Howard, and School Board Superintendent Susan Moxley. The speakers recognized a number of guests, including Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) Orlando Vice President Glenn Mullins, Assistant Project Manager Austin Pella, Superintendent Dale Wicker, and Office Administrator Rebecca Boyatt. Designed by RS&H, the 305,758-square-foot facility is the first public school in Central Florida providing students with iPads instead of textbooks.
Guest teaching day at Westridge Middle School
November 16, 2011 – Mark Brown and Shawn Willerer from the Orlando office of Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) participated in a guest teaching day at Westridge Middle School in Orlando, Fla., to inform algebra and pre-algebra students about the new Westridge Middle School comprehensive replacement project currently under construction by CPPI. Brown and Willerer explained how math skills are essential to being successful in the construction industry, and gave students an insight into their new replacement school.
Charles Perry Partners awarded University of Florida Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Concourse Renovation
November 8, 2011 – The design-build team of Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) and RDG Planning & Design was awarded the University of Florida Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Concourse Renovation project designed to achieve LEED Gold certification by the United States Green Building Council. To utilize “fast-track” construction methods commencing by January 2, 2012, with completion by August 1, 2012, the project’s initial $5.4 million phase includes the West Concourse’s main and upper levels plus adjacent restrooms and concessions. Designed to improve crowd flow as well as functionality of concessions for users and vendors, renovations to the East and South Concourses are also planned in the future. The firms previously teamed together on the award-winning $21 million University of Florida Heavener Football Complex, the first LEED Platinum building in the State of Florida and the first LEED Platinum athletic facility in the United States. In addition, CPPI served as construction manager for the $50 million Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and SkyBox Expansion project.
City of Gainesville selects Charles Perry Partners for new Regional Transit System facility
November 3, 2011 – The City of Gainesville on November 3 selected the design-build team of Charles Perry Partners, Inc., Ponikvar & Associates, Inc., Wendel, and Causseaux, Hewett, & Walpole, Inc. (CHW) for its new $25 million Regional Transit System (RTS) Bus Fleet Maintenance & Operations Facility. Funded largely by $23 million in federal monies including a $9 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration, the new facility will be located at Southeast First Street and will include dispatch, administrative and maintenance facilities. RTS’s growing fleet will also feature bus rapid transit vehicles that are 25 feet longer than conventional buses. The City Commission’s action in selecting the No. 1 ranked team affirmed its Purchasing Division’s recommendation, having considered five highly qualified design-build teams with national transit facility experience.
Charles Perry Partners appoints Louise Ellrod as Director of Business Development
October 21, 2011 – Louise Ellrod joined the Tampa Bay office of Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) as Director of Business Development. A 20-year veteran of the design and construction industry, Ellrod formerly served as Business Development Manager - Education, Health & Science, for RS&H, Tampa. She is a founding member of the Tampa Bay chapter of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS), and has served as a volunteer and school mentor for the Hillsborough Education Foundation, Pasco Education Foundation, and Charlotte Education Foundation. In addition, Ellrod is an active member of the Florida Educational Facilities Planners’ Association (FEFPA), The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce and BioFlorida.
Eugene J. Butler Middle School expansion and renovation
Oct. 13, 2011 - The North Florida office of Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) completed Duval County Public Schools' new $7.3 million Eugene J. Butler Middle School expansion and renovation, located at 900 Acorn Street in Jacksonville, Florida. The 20,000-square-foot project, designed by Bhide & Hall Architects of Orange Park, Fla., includes an eight classroom addition, and renovations and additions to the food service and dining facilities.
Charles Perry Partners, Inc. prominently ranks 17th largest among “The Southeast’s Top Green Contractors” according to ENR Southeast magazine’s annual survey. The company, which has constructed more than 30 LEED certified projects and has more than 50 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff, ranks 6th largest among Florida firms based on 2010 sustainable revenues totaling $81,450,000. Recognized as a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, craftsmanship and expertise, the company ranks among Florida’s largest general contractors, construction managers and design-builders, reporting total 2010 revenues of $168 million.
CPPI specializes in educational, commercial, healthcare, governmental and institutional construction, with a client list that includes the University of North Florida, University of Florida, University of Central Florida, University of South Florida, numerous K-12 school districts, healthcare clients, and state and local governments. CPPI’s Principals include: Breck A. Weingart, Chairman; John V. Carlson, CEO; Domenic E. Scorpio, President; and Brian K. Leslie, Executive Vice President.
The company’s many outstanding projects also include: the new $95 million University High School in Volusia County; the $72 million Genetics & Cancer Research Center at the University of Florida; the $67 million North Florida Regional Medical Center expansion and renovations; The Village Retirement Community expansion; the $40 million University of Central Florida Physical Sciences Building, Phases I and II; the $38 million University of Florida Veterinary Education and Clinical Research Center (Small Animal Hospital); the $19 million University of South Florida Dr. Kiran C. Patel Center for Global Solutions; the $11 million Florida Innovation Hub nearing completion at the University of Florida; and countless others.
CPPI was prominently named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For in Florida Trend magazine’s annual survey published August 2011. The company’s headquarters is located in Gainesville, Florida, and its North Florida office is located in St. Augustine, Florida. For more information, follow CPPI on Twitter @CPPI_News or visit www.cppi.com.
Florida Innovation Hub at the University of Florida
Oct. 11, 2011 - Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) completed construction of the new Florida Innovation Hub at the University of Florida, a state-of-the-art business incubator, under an $11 million design-build contract with the university. Designed by Ponikvar & Associates to achieve LEED Gold certification by the United States Green Building Council, the facility houses the UF Office of Technology Licensing, UF Tech Connect, other entities, and more than 30 startup technology tenants. As the first building located in the Innovation Square urban research park environment, the Innovation Hub offers close proximity to UF, shared facilities, all-inclusive leases, room for expansion, modern laboratories, high-speed data and more. The 46,000-square-foot facility also features a lobby/atrium with adjacent conference rooms, a coffee bar, kitchen and lunchroom. For more information, visit www.floridainnovationhub.ufl.edu.
Charles Perry Partners, Inc. prominently ranks 17th largest among “The Southeast’s Top Green Contractors” according to ENR Southeast magazine’s annual survey. The company, which has constructed more than 30 LEED certified projects and has more than 50 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff, ranks 6th largest among Florida firms based on 2010 sustainable revenues totaling $81,450,000. Recognized as a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, craftsmanship and expertise, the company ranks among Florida’s largest general contractors, construction managers and design-builders, reporting total 2010 revenues of $168 million.
CPPI specializes in educational, commercial, healthcare, governmental and institutional construction, with a client list that includes the University of Florida, University of Central Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, numerous K-12 school districts, healthcare clients, and state and local governments. CPPI’s Principals include: Breck A. Weingart, Chairman; John V. Carlson, CEO; Domenic E. Scorpio, President; and Brian K. Leslie, Executive Vice President.
The company’s many outstanding projects also include: the new $95 million University High School in Volusia County; the $72 million Genetics & Cancer Research Center at the University of Florida; the $67 million North Florida Regional Medical Center expansion and renovations; The Village Retirement Community expansion; the $40 million University of Central Florida Physical Sciences Building, Phases I and II; the $38 million University of Florida Veterinary Education and Clinical Research Center (Small Animal Hospital); the $19 million University of South Florida Dr. Kiran C. Patel Center for Global Solutions; the $11 million Florida Innovation Hub nearing completion at the University of Florida; and countless others.
CPPI was prominently named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For in Florida Trend magazine’s annual survey published August 2011. The company’s headquarters is located in Gainesville, Florida. For more information, follow CPPI on Twitter @CPPI_News or visit www.cppi.com.
NFRMC Medical Office Building Parking Garage
Sept. 2, 2011 - Construction manager Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) completed North Florida Regional Medical Center’s new $4.4 million, 4-story, 568-space Medical Office Building Parking Garage. CPPI’s work performed in connection with NFRMC’s Phases 1-7 totals approximately $67 million.
Newly-named CPPI was formed in May 2011 when longtime affiliates Charles Perry Construction, Inc. and PPI Construction Management, Inc. joined forces to become Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI). Recognized as a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, craftsmanship and expertise, the company ranks among Florida’s largest general contractors, construction managers and design-builders, reporting 2010 revenues totaling $168 million. Additionally, the company has constructed more than 30 LEED projects and has more than 50 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff.
CPPI specializes in healthcare, commercial, educational, governmental and institutional construction, with a client list that includes numerous HCA and other healthcare clients, the University of Florida, University of Central Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, K-12 school districts, and state and local governments. CPPI’s Principals include: Breck A. Weingart, Chairman; John V. Carlson, CEO; Domenic E. Scorpio, President; and Brian K. Leslie, Executive Vice President.
CPPI was prominently named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For in Florida Trend magazine’s annual survey published August 2011. The company’s headquarters is located in Gainesville, Florida. Its Central Florida office is located in Oviedo, Florida, and its North Florida office is located in St. Augustine, Florida. Its Tampa Bay office is located in Tampa, Florida, and its new South Florida office is located in Vero Beach, Florida. The company’s Georgia office is located near Athens, Georgia. For more information, follow CPPI on Twitter @CPPI_News or visit www.cppi.com.
Lake Minneola High School
Aug. 10, 2011 - Construction manager Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) completed Lake County Schools’ new state-of-the-art $45 million Lake Minneola High School in Minneola, Florida. Designed by RS&H, the 305,758-square-foot facility is the first public school in Central Florida providing students with iPads instead of textbooks. Earlier this year, CPPI also completed Volusia County Schools’ $95 million, 353,000-square-foot University High School in Orange City, Florida.
Newly-named CPPI was formed in May 2011 when longtime affiliates Charles Perry Construction, Inc. and PPI Construction Management, Inc. joined forces to become Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI). Recognized as a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, craftsmanship and expertise, the company ranks among Florida’s largest general contractors, construction managers and design-builders, reporting 2010 revenues totaling $168 million. Additionally, the company has constructed more than 30 LEED projects and has more than 50 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff.
CPPI specializes in educational, commercial, healthcare, governmental and institutional construction, with a client list that includes numerous K-12 school districts, the University of Central Florida, University of Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, healthcare clients, and state and local governments. CPPI’s Principals include: Breck A. Weingart, Chairman; John V. Carlson, CEO; Domenic E. Scorpio, President; and Brian K. Leslie, Executive Vice President.
CPPI was prominently named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For in Florida Trend magazine’s annual survey published August 2011. The company’s headquarters is located in Gainesville, Florida. Its Central Florida office is located in Oviedo, Florida, and its North Florida office is located in St. Augustine, Florida. Its Tampa Bay office is located in Tampa, Florida, and its new South Florida office is located in Vero Beach, Florida. The company’s Georgia office is located near Athens, Georgia. For more information, follow CPPI on Twitter @CPPI_News or visit www.cppi.com.
Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) Named to “Top 100 Best Companies To Work For” in Florida
July 19, 2011 - Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) is prominently named among Florida’s “Top 100 Best Companies To Work For” in Florida Trend magazine’s annual survey published August 2011. Of the 100 companies or government entities recognized, CPPI ranks 13th among 38 medium-size employers while large and small employer categories totaled 31 each.
The rankings – the third annual statewide Best Companies list – appear in the August issue of Florida Trend and on FloridaTrend.com.ken
The Best Companies To Work For in Florida program was created by Florida Trend and Best Companies Group and endorsed by the HR Florida State Council.
“Companies that retain the best employees with strong workplace programs typically stand out from the crowd by offering exceptional customer focus from a friendly, upbeat staff," says Florida Trend Publisher Andrew Corty. "It's our pleasure to recognize these great organizations and encourage others to join them in building Florida's competitive advantage."
Newly-named CPPI was formed in May 2011 when longtime affiliates Charles Perry Construction, Inc. and PPI Construction Management, Inc. joined forces to become Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI). With reported 2010 revenues totaling $168 million, and 150 employees, CPPI is recognized as a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, craftsmanship and expertise.
“Speaking on behalf of our entire CPPI team,” stated John V. Carlson, CEO and Principal, “we are honored and proud to join Florida Trend’s select group of distinguished companies and government entities recognized as this year’s Top 100 Best Companies To Work For.”
CPPI specializes in commercial, educational, healthcare, governmental and institutional construction, with a client list that includes HCA, the University of Central Florida, University of Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, other colleges and K-12 school districts, and state and local governments.
Companies that chose to participate in the Best Companies To Work For in Florida process underwent a two-part survey process. The first part consisted of evaluating each company's workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure employee satisfaction. The combined scores determined the top companies and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration, survey and analysis process and determined the final rankings. Companies were not required to pay a participation fee to go through the online assessment process.
"One strong theme in this month's Best Companies coverage is how companies keep good employees. We highlight companies that take sophisticated, enlightened approaches to training, communicate the company's values clearly, and listen to employees as they try to improve the workplace and make the company more productive." says Mark Howard, executive editor.
For a complete list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Florida, go to www.FloridaTrend.com/BestCompanies.
CPPI Featured in the Business Journal
UCF Interdisciplinary Research and Incubator Facility
ORLANDO, FLA. – The Orlando office of Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) announced it was awarded a contract to provide pre-construction services for the planning and design phases of UCF’s Interdisciplinary Research and Incubator Facility in Orlando, Fla. The future construction phase of the state-of-the-art, four-story, 120,000-square-foot project is anticipated to be valued in excess of $30 million, and would be the company’s ninth major project at the University of Central Florida. Currently being designed by Ponikvar & Associates, Inc., Gainesville, Fla., the planning and design for the project is progressing with funds allocated during 2010. Newly-named CPPI was formed in May 2011 when longtime contracting affiliates Charles Perry Construction, Inc. and PPI Construction Management, Inc. joined forces to become Florida’s fourth largest general contracting and construction management firm, based on ENR Southeast magazine’s latest survey. With revenues of $202 million, the Gainesville-based company also operates Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa offices, as well as a Georgia office near Athens.
CPPI specializes in commercial, educational, healthcare, governmental and institutional construction, with a client list that includes HCA, the University of Central Florida, University of Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, other colleges and K-12 school districts, and state and local governments. Recognized as a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, craftsmanship and expertise, CPPI and its predecessor companies have constructed more than 30 LEED projects and has more than 50 LEED Accredited Professionals as designated by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).
PPI Construction Management and Charles Perry Construction Join Forces
GAINESVILLE, Fla.– In a strategic industry move, longtime contracting affiliates Charles Perry Construction, Inc. (CPC) and PPI Construction Management, Inc. (PPI) have joined forces as Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) to become the 4th largest Florida-based general contracting and construction management firm with revenues of $202 million, based on ENR Southeast magazine’s latest survey published May 2010.
Founded by visionary industry icon Charles R. “Chuck” Perry, and operated separately since 1968 and 1993, respectively, under the ownership of Principals Breck A. Weingart, John V. Carlson, Domenic E. Scorpio and Brian Leslie, the award-winning companies have long shared estimating/cost management staff, with CPC offering general contracting and design-build services and PPI offering construction management services. The companies specialize in commercial, educational, healthcare, governmental and institutional construction, with a client list that includes HCA, the University of Florida, the University of Central Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, as well as other colleges, K-12 school districts, and state and local governments.
The company’s many outstanding projects include: the new $96 million University High School in Volusia County; The Village Retirement Community Expansion; the $50 million Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and SkyBox Expansion; the $42 million University of Central Florida Physical Sciences Building, Phases I and II; the $38 million University of Florida Veterinary Education and Clinical Research Center (Small Animal Hospital); the $25 million University of South Florida Dr. Kiran C. Patel Center for Global Solutions; the $11 million Florida Innovation Hub now under way at the University of Florida; and countless others. Also worthy of special note is the $21 million University of Florida Heavener Football Complex, the first LEED Platinum building in the State of Florida and the first LEED Platinum athletic facility in the United States.
In making the announcement, CPPI CEO and Principal John V. Carlson stated, “Uniting our operations serves to better reflect our statewide industry standing and also unifies the unmatched brand of quality and service we deliver to our clients. Advocating for the best interests of our clients is the basis for our success, and proudly, over 80 percent of our clients are repeat customers.” Carlson added that all projects currently under contract will be seamlessly completed by the original contracted entity, whether CPC or PPI, and that all newly-awarded projects will be constructed by CPPI.
“Evidencing our commitment to continuous improvement in serving clients second to none,” added CPPI Chairman and Principal Breck A. Weingart, “this move formalizes recent combined efforts by our family of companies that have proven successful across the board. Having test-marketed our combined operations both administratively and in the field,” Weingart continued, “we have further improved our utilization of resources and project team personnel, resulting in complete client satisfaction. As a dynamic company that continues to excel, our new name, CPPI, allows us to market as a single brand to our specialty market segments regardless of project type, location or delivery method. Moving forward, this streamlining allows our team to be even more client-focused and performance-driven, which have become the hallmarks of our success since 1968.”
Recognized as a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, craftsmanship and expertise, the company has more than 50 LEED Accredited Professionals as designated by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) and has delivered over 35 LEED-Certified projects. Currently with over 150 employees, the company also operates offices in Orlando, Jacksonville and Tampa, as well as a new office outside of Athens, Georgia.
“For more than four decades, the success we have achieved statewide and locally is due in large part to our dedicated employees and our many valued clients, design team members, subcontractors, suppliers and vendors, for whose support we are forever grateful”, concluded Weingart.
Weingart, a 2008 inductee into the Construction Hall of Fame at the University of Florida’s M.E. Rinker School of Building Construction, began his career at Charles Perry Construction in 1983 after earning his Bachelor of Building Construction degree at the University of Florida. Prominently named Builder of the Year in 2001 and 2004 by the Builders Association of North Central Florida, he has long served as majority owner, President and Principal of Charles Perry Construction as well as a Principal of PPI Construction Management. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of M&S Bank and the Executive Advisory Committee of UF’s M.E. Rinker School of Building Construction, and has served on the Board of Directors of Alachua County Boys & Girls Club.
Carlson, President of PPI Construction Management, Inc. since 1997, was formerly Director of Facilities Planning at the University of Florida, and earlier in his career served as Community Planner for the City of Gainesville having earned a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Design/Planning from Iowa State University. His many business, civic and community leadership interests include the Wells Fargo Bank Board of Advisors, the Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, as well as former chairmanships of the Alachua County Planning Commission, the Gainesville Housing Authority, and numerous others.
Scorpio, CPPI President and Principal, has been Vice President and Principal of PPI Construction Management since 2001, having earlier joined Charles Perry Construction in 1995. Recipient of the 2006 University of Florida Outstanding Young Alumnus Award, he holds a Master of Building Construction degree from UF’s M.E. Rinker School of Building Construction as well as a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Florida. A LEED BD+C Accredited Professional as designated by the United States Green Building Council, he currently serves on UF’s M.E. Rinker School of Building Construction Executive Committee as well as the Board of Directors of Gateway Bank, the Builders Association of North Central Florida, Alachua County Boys & Girls Club, and others.
Leslie, CPPI Executive Vice President and Principal, has served as Vice President and Principal of Charles Perry Construction, having joined the company in 1993. He holds a Bachelor of Building Construction degree from the University of Florida’s M.E. Rinker School of Building Construction, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Builders Association of North Central Florida where he also served as President in 2008.
