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August 2008
Thomas & Hutton Receives Patriotic Employer Award
Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co. and Walter Warren, vice president and Myrtle Beach branch manager, have been awarded the Patriotic Employer Award by the National Committee of Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). The award is given annually to employers who implement policies and practices supporting employee participation in the National Guard and Reserve.
July 2008
Thomas & Hutton Names New Construction Manager
Thomas & Hutton is pleased to announce the addition of Harry A. McDonald as its new Construction Coordinator. Mr. McDonald brings more than 20 years of construction and HVAC experience to the position along with familiarity of construction permitting processes, documentation, plan and submittal review, schedule preparation and financial advisory.
As Construction Coordinator, Mr. McDonald will bridge the gap between owner, design team (architects, engineers and consultants) and contractor to achieve maximum functionality for each project. He will be called upon to provide Owner's Rep services which safeguard the owner's best interest in the development and building process of a project.
Currently, Mr. McDonald is providing Owner's Rep services to Mercedes-Benz USA during the construction of the New Vehicle Preparation Center in Brunswick, Ga.
Prior to his arrival at T&H, Mr. McDonald had worked as Project Manager for various companies in the Southeast overseeing projects including the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center, the Chatham County Courthouse and the Chatham County Aquatic Center.
Mr. McDonald received a BA in Business Management from North Georgia College and spent more than a decade serving his country as a member of the US Army and US Army Reserve.
June 2008
Thomas & Hutton Named Area's Leading Engineering Company
The Business Report & Journal ranked Thomas & Hutton the No. 1 engineering company in the Savannah-Hilton Head area. The ranking was part of the Journal's annual Book of Lists which profiles the region's "largest, wealthiest, top-rated, most-profitable, highest revenue companies, communities and people." For more information on The Business Report & Journal and the Book of Lists, visit http://www.savannahbusiness.com/.
May 2008
Thomas & Hutton Names New Director of Corporate Marketing
William C. Vicary has recently been named Director of Corporate Marketing at Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co. Mr. Vicary's role will be instrumental in developing and executing Thomas & Hutton's overall marketing and sales strategy, as well as build, grow, and manage the corporate marketing department, which supports all 5 office locations along the southeastern coast.
On Mr. Vicary's position at Thomas & Hutton, Mitchell Bohannon, President and CEO states, "I am very excited about having Bill join the Thomas & Hutton team. His industry experience will help take our marketing and sales efforts to the next level."
A degreed engineer, as well as a results-driven experienced marketer and sales professional, Mr. Vicary brings 20 years of marketing and business development experience to the role. Prior to joining the Thomas & Hutton team, Mr. Vicary has held position of director of corporate marketing and business development for large architectural, engineering and construction firms throughout the country.
Mr. Vicary earned his bachelor's degree in packaging engineering from Michigan State University and will reside in the Charleston, South Carolina office. Vicary has been an active member of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) and other community organizations. He looks forward to getting involved in the local community and professional organizations.
March 2008
Thomas & Hutton Featured in American Builder's Quarterly Magazine
GeorgiaTrend Magazine Recognizes T&H as One of the Best Places to Work in Georgia
If you go to work for Thomas & Hutton, be prepared to stay a while. “All three of our senior executive staff members have contributed at least 20 years of service to the organization,” says Candice Clifton, human resources manager. She describes the firm’s employees as “a tight-knit professional group that provides high quality services.” A thriving civil engineering firm since 1946, Thomas & Hutton values its employees as well as its many private, industrial, municipal and government clients. The company, founded in Savannah, has 220 employees in Georgia, 420 total.
Commitment to employees and their families is evident in the company’s compensation and benefits packages – as well as employee longevity, Clifton says. “No employee pays premiums for their health, dental, short-term disability or long-term disability coverage. These benefits are extended not only to our employees, but also to their families.” Other benefits include a generous 401(k) matching plan and regular bonuses.
Thomas & Hutton is committed to ensuring that its employees grow along with the firm, Clifton says. “Proof of our commitment is evident through our low turnover rates and the success of the employees that have risen through our ranks.”
She says the company emphasizes community involvement and last year more than 25 local and regional charities received donations. To view the article, please: click here.
Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co. played an integral role in the dedication of the 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment Memorial at Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah, Georgia on October 18, 2007. The Battalion’s first tragedy was James E. Quick, who passed away during a training accident on November 6, 1976. The memorial was completed some 31 years later because of the dedication and persistence of several key individuals, Col. Michael Kershaw, Gen. Kenneth C. Leuer, Sheila Dudley, Dave Emer and Dick Eckburg, who helped make it a reality.
Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co. has been involved with this project from the begin¬ning and was responsible for the final design and construction documents based on the concept design by students from the Savannah Col¬lege of Art & Design. The Thomas & Hutton team included: Danny Stanley, Dan Gay, Bo Jolley, Timothy Gay and John Garceau. These individuals donated many countless hours to develop the “moving concept” of the memorial into actuality and will continue to remain involved to maintain its beauty. Below, alongside Shelia Dudley at the Ranger Ball on October 19, 2007, are Dan Gay and Bo Jolley, who were presented plaques designating them as Honorary Rangers for their outstanding patriotic service. Danny Stanley was designated an Honorary Ranger at last year’s Ranger Ball for his dedication.
The memorial also features the work and materials provided by many local people and business, such as: DePue Monument Co., Sodman Landscaping and Chatham Steel Corp. Inscribed in stainless steel at the heart of the memorial on Georgia granite are the names of 29 fallen rangers.
Thomas & Hutton is proud to be involved in this important memorial project at Hunter Army Airfield and salutes the Army’s 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment’s fallen soldiers and their families.
May 2007
Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co. Announces Management Transition
Thomas & Hutton Engineering Co., an established multi-disciplined civil engineering firm, announced its new management structure that will enable the firm to meet the needs of a thriving company and maintain the qualities that have propelled Thomas & Hutton to the company it is today. Mitchell Bohannon, formerly Chief Operating Officer, has been named Chief Executive Officer/President and will immediately assume responsibility for overseeing all aspects of company business. Samuel McCachern, formerly Chief Financial Officer, has been named Chief Operating Officer/Senior Vice President and will take on the duties regarding day-to-day operations of the company.
Danny Stanley, former Chief Executive Officer/President for the past 10 years, has assumed the title of Chief Executive Officer Emeritus and will continue to provide strategic guidance, develop existing and prospective clients, and serve as a mentor for future leaders of the company.
Stanley states his thoughts on passing the torch, "Clients have valued our knowledge of the local area and our excellent engineering expertise we've delivered over the last 61 years and expect us to deliver even greater value in the future. This transition will allow me to walk in the footsteps of our past leaders as my new responsibilities entail developing clients and serving as a mentor to the future leaders of this company and emphasizing the values set down by our founding fathers." As current Chief Executive Officer and President, Bohannon states, "We've been lucky to have great mentors within our past leadership. As we transition into new management, Sam and I are confident we have a great team in place that can step up to the daily challenges and provide a unified leadership that allows Thomas & Hutton to continue forward without missing a beat. We are fully committed in keeping with the company's original mission. Our clients will remain our first and foremost priority along with our amazing employees. I strongly believe the road to be as bright as ever."
In order to accommodate the needs of a growing company and to better service clients, several Vice Presidents and Regional and Market Segment were named in the management transition. These following individuals include:
Jimmy Collins - Vice President/Savannah Branch Manager
Ralph Forbes - Vice President/Commercial & Industrial Manager
Charlie George - Vice President/Quality Assurance/ Quality Control Manager
Jeff Halliburton - Vice President/Land Services Market Manager
Ben Jones - Vice President/Secretary/Treasurer/Residential Market Manager
Mark Pickering - Vice President/Government Services Manager
Walter Warren - Vice President/Myrtle Beach Branch Manager
Tony Woody - Vice President/Charleston Branch Manager
April 2007
Orange & Marroon Effect
On April 16, 2007, tragedy took place on Virginia Tech's campus as a gunman took the lives of 33 people. Amongst the victims were 3 engineering professors, 11 engineering students, and 1 architecture student. On April 20th, we encouraged employees to don orange and maroon apparel in honor of the slain Virginia Tech students and professors. Our employees raised $595 for the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund. The fund covers grief counseling, memorials, communication costs, comfort expenses, incidental needs, and other costs.