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Overcoming Challenges in Healthcare Construction: A Project at University of Maryland Medical Center

In the dynamic world of healthcare construction, challenges are a fundamental part of the job. A prime example of resilience and teamwork is the recent 8,769-square-foot fit-out project at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown campus. This project involved converting shell space on the 10th floor into a cutting-edge outpatient center. Let’s explore how JBC, with the support of dedicated subcontractors and the enthusiastic engagement of the hospital president, successfully navigated this venture. The project was ambitious, creating 28 [...]

Fostering Team Building and Accountability: Inside JBC’s Recent Company Events

In the competitive world of construction, the power of teamwork cannot be overstated. JBC Construction understands the utmost significance of cultivating robust relationships and fostering a sense of responsibility within our team. Recently, we had the privilege of organizing two remarkable events that further emphasized our commitment to team building and highlighted the paramount importance of accountability in every facet of our business. State of JBC: Celebrating Collaboration and Guiding Values Our team recently gathered for the highly anticipated [...]

2022 Leading Women Under 40 Award Winner, Heather Rustici | The Daily Record

The JBC team is excited to share that Heather, Senior Vice President, is a 2022 Leading Women Winner! The Daily Record’s Leading Women awards honor women who are 40 years old or younger for the accomplishments made so far in their careers. “’The 2022 Leading Women demonstrate ideas, energy, and creative spirit that strengthen companies across the state and beyond’, said Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, senior group publisher of The Daily Record. ‘In addition to professional excellence, they are also committed [...]

Historic Project Experience | National Register of Historic Buildings

Working in historic settings requires extra care and attention to detail to ensure the historical integrity of the space is preserved throughout construction. JBC has completed historic interior renovations across three institutions, Towson University, Friends of Patterson Park, and the University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB). At UMB, the Davidge Hall Building is recognized on the National Register of Historic Buildings. Learn more below! UMB – Davidge Hall Restroom Upgrade Completed in February 2022, JBC upgraded the existing restrooms in the historic, three-story Davidge Hall [...]

Welcome New JBC Team Members & Summer Interns! | 2022

JBC is happy to welcome three full-time team members and four summer interns to our team! After 23 years in business, it is always exciting to add new teammates as we continue to work harder and build smarter. Below we have introduced Joann, Director, Business Development, Mike, Project Manager, and Wendy, Senior Project Manager. Combined, this trio brings 30 years of experience in the construction industry EACH, and we are grateful for their expertise. Welcome to the team! Joann, Director, Business [...]

JBC Earns Spot #19 on the Baltimore Business Journal’s Top 25!

The JBC team is excited to share that our company has moved to spot #19 on the Baltimore Business Journal’s list of the 25 Largest Construction and General Contractors in Greater Baltimore for 2022. Every year, JBC is grateful for each opportunity we receive from our clients, both new and repeat, to continue working harder and building smarter. Every team member brings a unique set of skills that allows us to foster a fun, vibrant environment where we can truly enjoy our [...]

Higher Education Construction Project Features

JBC has worked in higher education construction for over 20 years. Our team is passionate about supporting the growth of local higher education institutions through our management of classroom, research lab, and community space renovations on campus. We hope our work makes a difference by improving the student and faculty experience. Baltimore Lab Construction and Relocation JBC was contracted to renovate 2,250 SF of existing space on the basement level of an existing academic building. Our team worked to relocate the existing lab and [...]

Community Spotlight: JBC Volunteers with Black Women Build-Baltimore

Nothing feels better than giving back to your community! Recently, the JBC team had the opportunity to deliver and hang drywall over the course of two days. We worked alongside the Black Women Build-Baltimore team in three of the homes they are currently reconstructing. Our team had so much fun helping and learning from this amazing group of women. A special thank you to Centerline Construction Co., Janus Contractors, and Aegis Mechanical for donating over $6,000 worth of material… enough [...]

Women In Construction Week | 2022

Did you know that women made up 10.9% of the industry in 2020 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Catalyst? The National Association of Women in Construction aims to celebrate, educate, and promote the role of women in the construction industry! The focus during the 2022 Women in Construction Week (WIC Week) was #envisionequity. After the organization’s founding in 1953, its core purpose remains: strengthen and amplify the success of women in the construction industry. Learn more [...]

Project Update: TRIAD Ambulatory Surgery Center is Now Complete!

In 2020, JBC shared an up-and-coming project on our blog – construction of the new, 4,800 SF Urological Institute of Maryland building, now called the TRIAD Ambulatory Surgery Center. The new building, located on York Road in Timonium, is now finished and fully operational! JBC recently took photos of the completed project, highlighting a few below. Scope of Work JBC was contracted to demolish an existing structure and construct a new medical building where the original once stood. Our team was brought on as [...]