Whiting-Turner: A Legacy of Excellence in Construction
Founded over a century ago by G.W.C. Whiting, Whiting-Turner has evolved into a premier construction services company guided by foundational principles of integrity, excellence, experience, and leadership [1]. Under the successive leadership of presidents Willard Hackerman and Timothy Regan, the organization has expanded its national footprint while maintaining unwavering dedication to its founding values [1].
The company's diverse portfolio encompasses three primary sectors, each led by industry veterans:
- Commercial Office Development - Led by Bob Kehoe, featuring landmark projects including:
- CoStar Richmond Campus
- Under Armour Global HQ
- Google Bay View [2]
- Historical Preservation - Under Valerie Cascio's direction, showcasing:
- UVA Rotunda Restoration
- Dumbarton Oaks [4]
- Federal/Military Construction - Headed by Sam Abutaleb, serving:
- Intelligence Community and Department of Defense
- Research institutions (NIH, NIST, NASA)
- Military branches [6]
Whiting-Turner's geographic presence spans major metropolitan areas across the United States, with significant projects in California, Virginia, Maryland, Texas, and Massachusetts [2]. The company's federal construction capabilities demonstrate particular excellence in specialized facilities requiring:
- Security and Compliance Features:
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) compliance
- Anti-terrorism/force protection measures
- Sensitive compartmented information facility (SCIF) standards
- Uninterruptible power systems [1]
- Construction management at-risk and design-build delivery
- Mission-critical power and control systems
- Combined heat and power/district energy projects
- Utility-scale energy infrastructure
- Manufacturing and distribution facilities [2]
- Small Business (SB) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) programs
- Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) initiatives
- HUBZone contractor engagement
- Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business support [2]
This commitment extends to active involvement with the National Association of Minority Contractors and regular regional trade fairs and workshops [3].
Whiting-Turner continues to demonstrate technological leadership through integrated project delivery approaches [1], maintaining an active portfolio of high-profile projects while emphasizing sustainable construction practices and advanced building technologies. Current flagship projects include The John Palmour Manufacturing Center for Silicon Carbide, Mote Science Education Aquarium, and The Pearl: Charlotte's Innovation District [2].