PROVIDENCE, R.I., July 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Gilbane Building
Company, a global and award-winning leader in construction and
facilities-related services, today announced that Michael McKelvy will assume the position of
President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2016. McKelvy currently serves
as President and Chief Operating Officer. He will succeed
present Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Thomas F. Gilbane, Jr., who will remain as
Chairman of Gilbane Building Company and the Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer of Gilbane, Inc., a holding company with two
principal subsidiaries, Gilbane Building Company and Gilbane
Development Company.
Mr. McKelvy joined Gilbane in 2014 following a 26-year career
with CH2M Hill.
As President and CEO of Gilbane Building Company, Mike will
assume responsibility for directing the organization's growth while
ensuring profitable operations and maintaining Gilbane's unique
culture and commitment to its clients.
McKelvy commented, "I am honored and excited to lead the Gilbane
team. The commitment of everyone in this company to integrity,
client service and above all safety is what makes our organization
special. Our 2,600 employees are the foundation of our success. I
look forward to continuing to work with Tom, the Board and the
management team to achieve future goals and write the next chapter
in our 142-year history."
A Registered Architect in 16 U.S. states, McKelvy holds a
Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Design from
Oklahoma University, a Bachelor of
Architecture Degree from Louisiana Tech
University and has completed advanced executive management
programs at the University of Chicago's
Booth School of Management and Stanford
University.
Thomas Gilbane, Jr. joined
Gilbane full-time in 1970. He was appointed Vice President/Regional
Manager in 1976, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations
Officer in 1983, President and Chief Operating Officer in 1997, and
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer in 2004. In 2008, Mr. Gilbane
became President and Chief Executive Officer of Gilbane, Inc. and
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer in 2010.
During his 45 years of service to Gilbane, Tom has been a
driving force in the Company's expansion both domestically and
overseas. The current geographic footprint of Gilbane now includes
more than 50 U.S. and international offices and an operating volume
of approximately $4 billion. Under
his leadership, Gilbane implemented a "one company" operating
philosophy that maximizes the organization's resources and
expertise on projects and business pursuits.
As Chairman of Gilbane Building Company and the Chairman and CEO
of Gilbane, Inc., Tom will continue to set the strategy and goals
for the parent entity working in collaboration with the Board of
Directors and the executive leadership teams of both
organizations—Gilbane Building Company and Gilbane Development
Company.
Mr. Gilbane was recently elected Chairman of the Construction
Industry Round Table Board. Additionally, he is Chairman of the ACE
Mentor Program of America, a member of the National Academy of
Construction and a Babson College
Trustee.
"Mike truly understands who we are as a Company and is a perfect
fit to lead our organization going forward," said Gilbane. "I
am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for our company
and its people, and look forward to working with Mike and the
leadership team as we stay committed to delivering outstanding
service to our clients and continually growing as a private,
family-owned business."
About Gilbane Building Company
Gilbane provides a full slate of construction and
facilities-related services – from pre-construction planning and
integrated consulting capabilities to comprehensive construction
management, close-out and facility management services – for
clients across various markets. Founded in 1873 and still a
privately held, family-owned company, Gilbane has more than 50
office locations around the world. For more information, visit
www.gilbaneco.com.
Media Contact:
Wes Cotter
Director of Communications
Gilbane Building Company
wcotter@gilbaneco.com
401-456-5405
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