Miles-McClellan Celebrates 40 Years in Business

mmcrebuildstg on July 16, 2018

COLUMBUS, Ohio, (July 16, 2018) – “Aged” is an excellent complement for two things; whiskey and business. With that being said, let’s stick to business. 2018 marks Miles-McClellan Construction (MMC) 40th year of growth in the Greater Columbus Area.

The family-owned and operated company was founded in 1978 by Terry McClellan under the name McClellan Construction. Starting out in the same office as Concept Construction Company, owned by Lonnie Miles, it made sense for the two owners to form a partnership. Thus came the name Miles-McClellan Construction in 1988.

Today MMC is home to 136 employees. This includes employees at their Charlotte, NC branch which was established in 2007. With a commercial and industrial construction focus, MMC can do anything from a small waiting room renovation to constructing a multi-story hotel.

Starting with the renovation of the Grandview Heights Pool House back in the early 1980’s, MMC has continued to leave a legacy throughout the Columbus area. A few notable projects include the Franklin Park Conservatory Wells Barn, Grove City’s Library, and North Bank Park.

With their mark left throughout Columbus, MMC separates itself from their competition with their intense focus to solve complex construction issues. Their high performance has continued by perfecting detailed planning and pre-construction excellence.

“Thank you to all our clients and construction partners throughout the past 40 years. It takes a community to build a community. We look forward to continuing to help our clients and Columbus, Ohio grow for the next 40 years”, expressed Matt McClellan, President of Miles-McClellan Construction.

Miles-McClellan Construction’s 40th anniversary establishes a foundation to grow and continue to give back to the communities that support them. Similar to a nice glass of whiskey, right?

Cheers.

The Importance of Team in Achieving Technical Excellence

mmcrebuildstg on November 2, 2017

Believe it or not, the ability to work collaboratively as a team is a learned skill. The longer your project team has worked together, the more skilled they are at problem-solving. Through their shared experiences, team members become proficient in applying their intuition and offer creative problem-solving solutions. A few characteristics of an integrated project team are:

  • Team members knowing their role in the project’s success – Each professional understands how their role impacts the project and focuses on the subtle details of their position, confirming they are done accurately and thoroughly.
  • Hold each other to high standards – While the team makes an agreement with their owner, they make a promise to each other. As an owner, you may not see the accountability they hold to each other, but the effect is seen in the quality of your project.
  • Confidence in solutions – They all know how each other operate, how they break down issues and analyze the best path forward, and they know how to work together to develop creative solutions.
  • Connecting to people, not just your project – All team members are informed of the status of the project at all times. They maintain appreciation and comradery as you work together as partners, leading you to success.

“Collaborative problem solving refers to an open process for generating multiple alternatives, fostering the exchange of ideas and producing a validated solution.” (Garvin & Roberto, 2001)

Miles-McClellan Construction Named Accredited Quality Contractor by ABC

mmcrebuildstg on August 29, 2017

“Associated Builders and Contractors is pleased to honor Miles-McClellan Construction with Accredited Quality Contractor status for its commitment to excellence in construction, its workforce and the communities it helps build,” said 2017 ABC National Chair Chuck Goodrich, president of Gaylor Electric, Indianapolis. “Miles-McClellan Constructionearned this recognition for world-class safety performance, a strong record of investment in a talented and well-trained workforce, diversity leadership and community service.”

Launched in 1993, ABC’s AQC program provides recognition to world-class construction firms that have documented their commitment in five areas of corporate responsibility:

•    Quality
•    Safety (ABC Safety Training Evaluation Process (STEP) Gold, Platinum or Diamond level required)
•    Employee benefits
•    Training
•    Community relations and diversity

In achieving AQC status, each member company takes the following pledge:

As an Accredited Quality Contractor, our company is committed to providing our clients with the highest quality construction services and we care deeply about our employees and the communities in which we build. We are proud to be part of the construction industry and are dedicated to the principle of free enterprise. We commit ourselves to serve our communities and to provide our employees with the skills they need to work safely and productively in order to meet the needs of our clients.

AQC is recognized by Construction Users Roundtable (CURT®), an organization founded by leading construction project owners.

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Founded in 1950, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national construction industry trade association representing more than 21,000 members. Founded on the merit shop philosophy, ABC and its 70 chapters help members develop people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work. Visit us at abc.org.