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Builders at Heart: Mario Riaño

… in Maryland. I truly loved that time; it gave me a perspective that defines my work today. Once fluent, I transitioned into an office-based engineer role. In my 11 years with Clark, I have contributed to many … influence on your life and why? On a personal level, it was my father. He was my 'North' – the one who provided the core family values that guide me to this day. Right behind him was my …
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In Her Boots: Jenny Young

… designed to showcase and provide an inside look at what a day in the life is like in the shoes (or boots) of some of the exceptional women at Clark. Today we’re featuring Jenny Young. Jenny, who joined the Clark team four years ago, is an assistant superintendent on the Armature Works project in Washington, DC. … a plan and sticking to it, you also need to learn to be adaptive. Sometimes circumstances force us to pivot, and being flexible and responsive is critical to finding a solution. What is …
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Builders at Heart: Byron Israel

… do you like about the program? I like that we get to work with our hands every day and that once you learn one thing in construction, it can apply to so many other areas and phases of a project. The … creative and practical skills. Before joining the Clark program, I used to pay for things to be done in my house. Now, I do it all on my own! How will the program help your goals and career? …
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Builders at Heart: Paula McCracken

… This article is part of our series Builders at Heart, where we highlight the passions and backgrounds of the Clark team – the things that shape us – that allow us to tackle … to newer team members. Tell us a little bit about your background. My father was in the US Air Force, so I moved around a lot growing up – but I have lived in Maryland for the past 35 years. … in my work. After a project is finished, I enjoy seeing the work I contributed to in action. One of the first projects I worked on – almost 20 years ago – was a bridge that my daughter …
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Under the Hard Hat with Staci Tsuda

… down with Staci Tsuda, a project executive in Northern California to learn about her path to construction and what she’s learned along the way. What is your role at Clark? What are your … the construction industry. Growing up, it wasn’t a career path shared as something I could do one day. When I discussed changing majors in college with my advisor, she mentioned engineering … of civil engineering and still didn’t feel like I found my fit. By the time I reached graduation, the only field I hadn’t explored was the construction industry. By process of elimination, I …
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Under the Hard Hat with Stephen Pan

… I originally wanted to be an architect, but I accepted the reality that I was neither artistic nor creative enough to find success there. I switched to architectural engineering which I feel … and S2N Technology Group. From an architectural and engineering standpoint, the building is one-of-a-kind and is a landmark in the making. What do you enjoy most about working in project … to offer ideas during design workshops is the cherry on top. What advice do you have for someone looking to start a career in construction/ design management? Try everything that …
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Why We Give Back: Builders at Bliss

… activities to spark their interest in those fields Taryn Swopes, Assistant Superintendent : One of our favorite events was building popsicle stick structures with girls at AOY Elementary … importance of networking, and put our skills to the test with a few fun activities. We’ve also done a few “non-STEM” activities with the academy which have been fun, like Christmas caroling …
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Skymark at Reston Town Center

… Skymark Reston Town Center is one of the tallest mixed-use residential towers in the Capital Region, … retail, 44 loft-style residential units, and 80,000 square feet of office space across four stories. The tower offers 464 apartments ranging from studio to three-bedroom units, while …
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Building at a Crossroads

… Station South Entrance is ongoing. While proximity to these transit options was a driving force behind the transformative development, these underground components made construction of the massive project no walk in the park. A foundation built on …
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Clark Completes U.S. Institute of Peace Headquarters

… reached substantial completion on the U.S. Institute of Peace Headquarters project. Built on one of the last available sites at the northwest corner of the National Mall, the building is … with three distinct wings flanking two atria. A five-story curtain wall system at the front of one of the atria creates a grand hall. The top three stories of the Institute's headquarters …