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A publication for the team members of Kokosing, Inc.

2018Issue 2/April-July

Building it Together

OSU Cannon Drive

Lick Run Valley Conveyance

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2017 OWL AwardsDuring 2017, nominations were received from Kokosing, Inc. team members to identify those individuals who they felt best represented the leadership disciplines identifi ed in the OWL Program. The nominated individuals are mindful that their desire to achieve results is only obtained by owning their own 20 square feet every single day. It is through this establishment of trust that the appropriate culture is created, driving the appropriate behavior of those around them. Their leadership infl uences others to achieve, it is what others want to be a part of. Their leadership gets the desired results. Congratulations to all of the recipients of the OWL awards.

Thank you to Dan Schweiger for creating all of these beautiful chainsaw carved wooden owl awards. Dan is a Senior Area Manager with Kokosing Construction.

The 2017 OWL Award winners are:

Carl Uhinck, Curtis Sebenoler, Jason Hinkle, Kurt Deisch, and Kirby Fontaine Patrick Nyhart

Scott ErickMatt Wilson, Dan Walker, Jeff Hartman, and Justin Rahal

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Leadership - OWLBrian Burgett

To date, the company has invested $1,000,000 for over 800 supervisory team members to spend two days in an introduction to leadership that we call OWL (Operate With Leadership). We have pulled some of our top leaders off their regular jobs to lead these classes and have spent thousands of hours following up with the team members that have been through the class. These are huge commitments of

resources and they were not made lightly. They were made because of the value that can come in your individual lives and to the company when our team members put into practice what is taught in the OWL program.

The OWL program is about continuing to develop the leadership qualities in each of us. We need all of our team members to be leaders, to take responsibilities for their actions, and to understand that they are in control of how they respond to an event. Great companies become great because they have great leaders throughout all levels of the organization. A great leader makes things happen that wouldn’t have happened without the infl uence and impact of the leader. Leaders engage, inspire, and energize team members to do things they wouldn’t have done on their own.

There are some great concepts that we have covered in the OWL program such as, “No BCD”, no Blaming, Complaining, or Defending. Closely tied to that is “Owning Your 20 Square Feet”, which is a short way of saying “be accountable for your action or inaction”. Another favorite is “E+R=O”, which stands for Event + Response = Outcome. Events occur every day, as will an outcome. You control your response which will work to infl uence the outcome you desire.

Kokosing has always been about people. Leadership is about people! It is about building Trust through being a person of Character, having technical Competence, and building a Connection with your team. It is also about performance. It is about achieving results through Clarity of message. It is about holding ourselves and others Accountable and it is about providing the Support that leads to success. We want all of our team members to continually strive to improve their leadership skills, for each of us to become better people and for Kokosing to become a better place to work.

On the adjacent page are the recipients of the 2017 OWL Awards. Congratulations to each of the individuals for being the best examples of great leaders within Kokosing.

Thank you for being a part of the Kokosing Family and enjoy the rest of the “Hoot Owl”.

Brian BurgettCEO & President Kokosing, Inc.

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Lee Schloss, Chuck Mull, and Pat Meisner

Tom Scott

Adam Minges Mike Price

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ON THE COVER

ALSO INSIDE

Building it TogetherLick Run and OSU Cannon Drive projects

Kokosing Receives Awards

Substantial Completion Reached in Plymouth, INPlymouth Indiana WWTP

2018 Graduates

Three is a CharmInstalling Power Cables in Lake Erie

Bring Your Parent to Work Fredericktown Offi ce Open House

Families Within the Kokosing FamilyThe Gantners

Giving BackGiving a Helping Hand

Welcome 2018 Co-ops & Interns

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Installing shoring system for precast arch segments at the Lick Run Valley Conveyance project.

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Building It Together: Lick Run Valley Conveyance and OSU Cannon DriveArticle Opening by Brian BurgettWhen you combine the capabilities of Kokosing Construction and Kokosing Industrial you have a vast amount of experience in the heavy construction arena.

In early 2017, the OSU Cannon Drive Relocation Project in Columbus and the Lick Run Valley Conveyance Project in Cincinnati came out for bid. These projects had work that matched the expertise of both Kokosing Construction and Kokosing Industrial. It was exciting to see the companies join together and bid both projects and even more exciting when

they were low bidder on them. With Kokosing Construction moving in August into the new offi ce building at Westerville, we hope to have many more opportunities to draw on the talents of both companies working together.

This article features these two projects focusing on the excellent teamwork and the benefi ts of working together.

LICK RUN PHOTOS: 1 - Laborer Foreman Amber Charles (KII) and Laborer Hashim Rahim (KII) at the Lick Run project. 2 - Terry Roberts (KII) 3 - KCC and KII crews working together to set a 35’ span precast arches. L-R: Harley Pencil (KII), Chuck Johnson (KCC), Lucas Koen (KII), Amber Charles (KII), Robert Owens (KCC), Troy Burkhart (KCC), Clayton Oaks (KCC), Jonny Moore (KCC), Josh Frisby (KII), Todd Engel (KII), Chad McCann (KII), Charlie Plummer (KII), and Jeff Albers (KII). 4 - Forklift Operator Monroe Brice (KCC). 5 - Carpenter Jason Gaible (KCC) and Carpenter Foreman Kurt Eichenlaub (KCC). 6 - KCC Bridge Crew: Carpenter Foreman John Lance, Carpenters Jeff Howe and Mike Holt, Laborer Keith Woods, and Area Manager Dan Schweiger. 7 - KCC Operators Tyler Stine and John Myers. OSU CANNON DRIVE PHOTOS: 8 - Foremen and Superintendents, Front: John Terrell (KII), Bret Cullison (KII), Ryan Lepley (KII), Mike Lewis (KCC), Ben Mason (KCC), Jason Wears (KII), Back: Jake Calendine (KII), Kavon Bocook (KCC), Roger Oswalt (KCC), Chris Rinehart (KCC), and Joe Beck (KCC). 9 - Operator Jason Reed (KCC) and Laborer

Lucas Staten (KCC). 10 - KCC Laborers Dalton Yarger and Justin Long. 11 - KCC Superintendents Brad Mast and Bill Yarger. 12 - Operator Kelly Snell (KCC). 13 - Carpenter Scott Hinkle (KCC), Laborer Foreman Joe Beck (KCC), Carpenter John Moff at (KCC), Carpenter Foreman Chris Rinehart (KCC), Laborer Rafael Mendez (KCC), and Carpenter Andy Bennett (KCC).

Project Name

Lead Company of Project

Contract Amount

Kokosing Construction Portion

Kokosing Industrial Portion

Date Started

Project Completion Date

# of Team Members on Project atPeak of Construction

Owner

Lick Run Valley Conveyance

Kokosing Industrial

$90,000,000

$36,000,000

$54,000,000

July 4, 2017

October 16, 2019

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Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati

OSU Cannon Drive

Kokosing Construction

$38,870,240

$29,787,146

$9,083,138

August 21, 2017

December 6, 2019

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The Ohio State University

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LICK RUN VALLEY CONVEYANCE

On June 5, 2017, Kokosing Industrial was low bidder on the Lick Run Valley Conveyance project. This is the fi rst project that Kokosing Industrial and Kokosing Construction were successful on together. The project has a 1.5 mile long cast in place box conduit, sanitary sewer, precast arch segments, and major shoring installation that fi t Kokosing Industrial’s scope of work. It also has fi ve bridges, mass excavation, road work, and traffi c control that Kokosing Construction does day in and day out. Building this together was a perfect fi t.

The project is located three miles outside of downtown Cincinnati. It is important to the area because it is replacing an old combined sewer system built in the 1930’s which currently allows 500 million gallons of raw sewage per year to discharge into Mill Creek during heavy rains, which ultimately feeds the Ohio River. The new storm water conveyance system and ancillary storm lines will reduce 400 million gallons of discharge per year.

A major added benefi t to the community is the revitalization of a mile and half of this urban area adding a meandering creek, park, walking paths, playground, and basketball courts. When complete, the newly created park will cover 67 acres of what used to be commercial and residential properties that were inactive or mostly abandoned.

Kokosing Construction has had many major projects in the area over the past and has brought a strong workforce to the project. Kokosing Construction’s Senior Area Manager Dan Schweiger said, “We have been able to maximize the talents from both companies and put our team members in areas where they are excelling. When you walk onto the project you would only know the project is being built by Kokosing; no single company over shadows the other. It is a true defi nition of a team.”

This project has had many challenges, but the two main ones are the location of the work and the schedule. The project is located between two heavily traveled roads that provide access to the large west side community of Cincinnati and the downtown business and retail area. Crews work daily to minimize the disruption to the traveling public, as much as possible, while still completing the work.

The second major challenge is the schedule. The Cincinnati Metropolitan District (MSD) is under a Consent Decree mandate from the Ohio EPA to reduce the discharge of water and sewage into Mill Creek during heavy rains by December 31, 2018. In order to achieve this milestone for the MSD, Kokosing must relocate all storm sewer systems to the new conveyance structure. This tall order requires the completion of 80% of the project or $70 million in construction during the allotted 18 month time frame.

Kokosing mobilized on site on June 9, 2017 and is currently running at peak manpower of 130 team members expending over 4,000 man hours per week. That is a total of 170,000 man

hours worked to date with zero serious injuries. On June 14th, all project team members were able to sit down to a jobsite luncheon and celebrate the accomplishments by the entire team after being on the project for a year. Hats off to every co-worker involved in the project. Thank you for looking after yourself fi rst and foremost and looking after the team members working by your side day in and day out.

Kokosing Industrial’s Project Manager Jeff Albers summarized the relationship and benefi ts of Kokosing Construction and Kokosing Industrial building this project together, “I am most proud of the team mentality we have established on the project. Joining forces has aff orded us the opportunity to combine our knowledge of the diff erent aspects of work and in the process allow our team members to learn from each other. In the long run, each member of the Lick Run Team will leave with a stronger set of skills than they started with. Incorporating new team members with diff erent processes was a worry upfront, but the transition into one unit has been accomplished with ease. It has proven to be a great opportunity to utilize all our talented fi eld team members, especially during the winter months. I’m proud of how we are working together.”

A BETTER WAY TO DO THE WORKThe Lick Run project needed to form and pour a box culvert that was only fi ve feet tall and was just over a mile long. There was extensive labor inside the box to set and wreck shoring for the concrete lid. For our team members to work in this environment every day was a major concern. Being hunched over all day could pose some aches and pains to the body.

The project team worked together with the Form Shop in Fredericktown and created custom shoring tables, set on large coasters that could be raised or lowered in minutes. It then can be easily slid to the next location with very little labor and strain to our team members.

We are now able to wreck, move the tables, set them back up, and have a 40’ by 40’ pour ready in three days. To aid in accessing the work, we purchased rolling mechanic stools so all of our team members can stay seated while setting, wrecking, and moving the shoring. Electric winches are used to reduce the stress on team members while trying to slide these tables to the next set-up.

Thank you to everyone who helped come up with this great idea and to the From Shop for building the shoring.

None of us are as smart as ALL of us!


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1 - Lowering 6’ x 35’ precast arches onto the concrete base mat. 2 - Crews place the base mat for the cast-in-place three cell storm conveyance box. 3- Placing 12’x6’ precast single cell boxes. 4 - Driving H-pile to support the Mill Creek Outfall structure. 5 - Concrete walls and piers for the new Harrison Avenue bridge. 6 - A look at the arch conveyance system under the Harrison Avenue bridge to carry the storm water fl ow to the Mill Creek. 7 - KCC Cement Foreman Ryan Ward, and Laborers Chuck Johnson (KCC) and Cory Engel (KII).

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OSU CANNON DRIVE

At fi rst glance you would say the OSU Cannon Drive project is a road job and fi ts the expertise of Kokosing Construction. In reality, it has a substantial amount of work that Kokosing Industrial performs. The two companies teamed up and are using their combined talents to build this project together.

Kokosing Construction’s Area Manager Kerry Hart said, “I don’t know if we would have been successful going into this project with another company to build the pump station, but I do know that having Kokosing Industrial as our partner has been very benefi cial. We have worked very well together from the beginning to make this project run successfully.”

The OSU Cannon Drive project starts just south of the OSU Stadium at John Herrick Drive and ends at King Avenue. The main reason for the relocation of Cannon Drive is to prepare for the future expansion of the ever growing OSU James Cancer Hospital. Before the new half mile road could be relocated, a new storm water pump station needed to be built to handle the excessive storm water. The storm water is pumped into the Olentangy River which runs to the west side of the project. The pump station has from 36” to 54” large diameter internal mechanical piping and has three of the largest pumps made by KSB. This new pump station building will be very visible from SR 315 when passing the OSU campus. The project also includes the relocation of the current bike path and the addition of landscaping.

The new road includes the building of fi ve new intersections located at Medical Center Drive, 10th Avenue, 12th Avenue, John Herrick Drive, and King Avenue. Cannon Drive is completely shut down so we are not dealing with public traffi c. The crews working on the south end of the project and the pump station have had to work very closely so we can meet the reopening of Medical Center Drive this summer.

We are constructing a levee that runs the entire length of the project to prevent fl ooding of the Cannon Drive area. The

levee had to be built of a clay material specifi ed in the contract that is not common in the Columbus area. The project did a lot of searching and testing for this material and was able to fi nally locate it at the Olen Hartman Farm Plant. The project team was relieved that Olen could meet this need.

The construction team has been challenged by the number of changes that have been made in the design of the project. At bid time, the plans were 717 pages. To date, we have worked through changes on over 450 of those pages. We have a good working relationship with the engineering company EHM&T and the owner OSU which has helped us to work through the hundreds of changes. The use of IPads have helped tremendously in distributing the updated plans to the superintendents and foreman on the project.

Some of the major quantities on this project include the installation of 3,400 feet of sanitary sewer, 6,900 feet of storm sewer, and 4,500 feet of waterline. There is a total of 184,000 cubic yards of roadway embankment, 920 cubic yards of cast-in-place retaining walls, and 30,000 square yards roller compacted concrete.

Project Superintendent Brad Mast sums up what the benefi ts to Kokosing Construction and Kokosing Industrial are in building this project together, “On this project the coordination is easier, people and equipment can be shared, and changes to the project are easier to work through. It’s good for both companies.”

1 - Pouring concrete for the base slab of the storm water pump station. 2 - Pump station base slab. 3 - Pump station with 5’x8’ box culvert inlet and 60” inlet. 4 - Pouring inverts in precast junction chamber and water quality structures. 5 - Pouring retaining wall. 6 - Laying 24” sanitary line. 7 - Backfi lling pump station. 8 - This KCC crew with Carpenter Corey Anderson, Laborer Foremen Nikki Glass, Laborer Wade Gruden, and Carpenter Givin Hinkle are working in the storm water pump station on baffl e walls.

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Sympathies

Derek Morris, age 28, passed away on May 14, 2018. Derek was a Lead Carpenter with Kokosing Industrial’s Indiana Group and had been with Kokosing since 2015. Derek worked on the Elkhart WWTP, Syracuse WWTP, and most currently the Plymouth Wastewater Plant project.

He enoyed bodybuilding, dirt bikes, and watching supercross with his buddies. He also loved his fur baby, Cali.

Our deepest sympathies to his father, Ray Morris, and his entire family. Ray is a Foreman Laborer with Kokosing Industrial’s Indiana Group and has been with Kokosing since 2015.

Alvin Rinehart, age 84, passed away on March 25, 2018. He was a Heavy Equipment Mechanic from 1983 until his retirement in 1995.

Al was very good at analyzing how to effi ciently get the equipment running so the jobs would stay on schedule.

Al shared his wealth of knowledge with those willing to learn and always had a smile on his face.

After Alvin graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1951, he proudly served his country by joining the U.S. Navy while attending The Ohio State University before being called back to duty. He was a member of the Eagles #630 in Galion, VFW #5101, American Legion #535, Moose #303 in Galion, Am Vets #1979, Am Vets #26, Elks in Lexington, and the Galion Owl’s.

Our hearts go out to his wife of 57 years, Margaret, and his entire family.

Bill Rolf, Jr., age 68, passed away on April 23, 2018. Bill was an Operating Engineer with Schloss Paving when that company joined the Kokosing team in 2007. He became a Field Mechanic with Kokosing Construction’s Wooster Asphalt Group and retired in 2010.

After completing his welding apprenticeship out of high school, Bill joined the Local 18 of the International Union of Operating Engineers. Bill was respectfully called ‘Daddy-O’ by his peers. He was valued by all for, not only his capabilities as a mechanic and operator, but for his willingness to help and mentor others. He brought experience and wisdom to both the Asphalt Maintenance Team and the Asphalt Group.

In his career, Bill had repaved major roads for their fourth and sometimes fi fth time. Bill was a great teammate. He spent countless days maintaining equipment, fabricating parts, and keeping road crews at work. Bill took his responsibility to his fellow workers and company seriously. He would often arrive at work an hour early to plan out his day, check on equipment, and think about the challenges ahead.

Our hearts go out to his wife of 48 years, Claudia, and his entire family.

Philip Gatt, Jr., age 35, passed away on January 14, 2018. Phil was a Pipefi tter with Kokosing Industrial and had been with Kokosing since April 2017. He worked at the Lordstown Energy Center project.

Phil was bright, funny, and could light up the room with his smile and sense of humor. His work ethic was strong, and to say he was a welder by trade does not truly describe the knowledge and expertise Phil achieved in the trade. Welding was his passion. He was licensed as a Certifi ed Welding Inspector; an achievement he was very proud of. Phil was a lifelong member of Victory Church.

Our deepest sympathies to his fi ancé, Jessica Ash, his daughter, Gigi, and his entire family.

Jeff L. Braley, age 58, passed away on April 25, 2018. He was a Crane Operator for Kokosing Construction from 1990 until his retirement in 2015.

Jeff took a lot of pride in operating cranes and his knowledge helped build many projects. His good attitude always

kept morale up on the jobs.

Jeff was a member of the Operating Engineers Local #18. He was also a member of the Christ Community Wesleyan Church, the Robert K. Fox Y.M.C.A. in Lancaster, and the Lancaster Moose Lodge #955. He formerly raced dirt track stock cars. Jeff was a NASCAR enthusiast who had the opportunity to participate in the Richard Petty driving experience at the Kentucky Motor Speedway.

Our hearts go out to his wife, Julie, and his entire family.


Ashton Hershberger’s father, Shawn Hershberger, passed away on March 18, 2018. Ashton is a Quality Control Tech with Kokosing Materials.

Ralph Kyanko’s sister-in-law, Anna Timko, passed away on March 23, 2018. Ralph is the Director of Terminal Operations with Kokosing Materials.

Phil Brozak’s father, Rudy Brozak, passed away on March 26, 2016. Phil is a Foreman with Kokosing Construction’s Concrete Group.

Don Bode’s mother, Joan Hitefi eld, passed away on March 26, 2018. Don is a Laborer Foreman with Kokosing Industrial.

John Fraley’s mother, Patricia Fraley, passed away on March 29, 2018. John is an Operator with Kokosing Construction. Traci Fraley is John’s wife and Patricia’s daughter-in-law, Traci is also an Operator with Kokosing Construction.

Jeff Zeigler’s wife, Theresa Zeigler, passed away on April 5, 2018. Jeff is an Asphalt Plant Operator with Kokosing Materials.

Tim and Dan Grimwood’s father, Richard Grimwood, passed away on April 15, 2018. Tim is a Yard Helper with Kokosing Construction’s Fredericktown Yard. Dan retired from Kokosing Industrial in 2016 as a Project Manager. Katrina Grimwood is Dan’s wife and Richard’s daughter-in-law. She retired in 2016 as a Regional Workforce Coordinator with the Human Resources Group. Richard was Darrell Grimwood’s grandfather. Darrell is a Field Mechanic with Kokosing Construction.

Steve and Ronnie Thompson’s father, Steve Thompson, passed away on April 17, 2018. Steve is a Quality Control Field Supervisor and Ronnie is a Ground Man with Kokosing Materials. Steve’s nephews are Mike Thompson (KMI Asphalt Plant Manager), Jeremy Smith (KMI Quality Control), and Shane Smith (KCC Shop Mechanic).

Krista Clemons’ mother, Connie Harrison, passed away on April 24, 2018. Krista is a Field Secretary with Kokosing Construction.

Josh Zimmerman’s mother, Penny Rice, passed away on April 25, 2018. Josh is a Laborer Foreman with Kokosing Industrial.

Steve Brenzo’s mother, Gloria Hill, passed away the end of April 2018. Steve is a CAD Operator/Formwork Designer with the Form Shop.

Barry Davids’ mother, Norma Davids, passed away on May 1, 2018. Barry is a Laborer with Kokosing Industrial.

Charles Howey, Jr.’s father, Charles Howey, Sr., passed away on May 4, 2018. Charles is an Asphalt Mill Operator with Kokosing Construction.

J.J. O’Rielley’s grandmother, Angie Dinovo, passed away on May 14, 2018. J.J. is a Lead Project Engineer with Kokosing Construction.

Jeremy Gee’s grandmother, Edna Chamberlain, passed away on May 14, 2018. Jeremy is a Parts Planner with Kokosing Construction’s Columbus Shop.

Aaron Harke’s father, Thomas Harke, passed away on May 28, 2018. Aaron is the Vice President of Kokosing Industrial’s Marine Division.

Max Berry’s father, Max Berry, passed away on May 29, 2018. Max is a Crane Operator and Tug Captain with Kokosing Industrial’s Marine Group.

Benjamin Smith’s grandfather, William Smith, passed away on June 3, 2018. Benjamin is a Safety Co-op with Kokosing Construction.

Tanya Phillip’s father, Richard Jacot, passed away on June 5, 2018. Tanya is a Billing Clerk with Kokosing Materials.

Barb Kandel’s father-in-law, Vernon Kandel, passed away on June 6, 2018. Barb is an Administrative Assistant with the Human Resources Department.

Phil Yrjanson’s grandmother, Sheryl Yrjanson, passed away on June 3, 2018. Phil is a Safety Specialist II with Kokosing Industrial.

Jose Maldonado’s mother, Dora Maldonado, passed away on June 8, 2018. Jose is a Lead Project Engineer with Kokosing Industrial.

Kate Music’s grandmother, Sally Krikke, passed away on June 11, 2018. Kate is a Contract Administrator with Kokosing Construction’s Mansfi eld Asphalt Group.

Dan Cooper’s grandfather, Donald Cooper, passed away on June 29, 2018. Dan is a Superintendent with Kokosing Construction.

Brian Jackson’s mother, Sharon Jackson, passed away on June 30, 2018. Brian is an Operator and Safety Representative with Kokosing Industrial.

Greg Tackett’s mother, Gladys Tackett, passed away on July 3, 2018. Gregg is a Project Engineer with Kokosing Construction.

Our deepest condolences to the following for their recent loss of a loved one.


Kokosing Receives Awards

2018 Don Conway Partnering AwardJeremiah Morrow Bridge Replacement

2017 Outstanding New Major Bridge Award

The Jeremiah Morrow Bridge was awarded the Don Conaway Partnering Award for projects over $50 million. The Don Conaway Partnering Award selection process is conducted by the ODOT OCA Partnering Steering Committee which is comprised of both ODOT Central Offi ce and District, OCA, and Contractor members. Some of the criteria that ODOT reviews includes demonstration of partnering values, mitigation eff orts to reduce the risk of claims, challenges encountered and the means to overcome, safety record on project, establishment, and achievement of goals.

Everyone on the project team at Jeremiah Morrow was committed to creating a successful project. The project was substantially complete as of fall 2017. Many diff erent resources were utilized to create an outstanding project that Kokosing and ODOT are proud to be a part of. Thanks to all who were involved with the project.

The Association for Bridge Construction and Design (ABCD), Central, Northeast, and Southwest Ohio Chapter, awarded the Jeremiah Morrow Bridge Replacement project the 2017 Outstanding New Major Bridge Award.John Householder, Adam Treiber (ODOT),

Brian Saylor, Gary Obert receiving the Don Conway Partnering Award.

2017 DONALD C. SCHRAM AWARDMARTIN LUTHER KING PROJECT


The Hamilton I-71-3.81 Martin Luther King (MLK) Interchange was selected in the over $5 million category for the American Society of Highway Engineers (ASHE) Donald C. Schramm Award for 2017. The MLK project consists of construction of a new interchange at I-71 and Martin Luther King Drive, reconstruction of ramps at McMillan Street and William Howard Taft Road, pavement restoration of I-71 and local streets, new bridge over I-71 for Stanton Avenue, and widening and deck replacement of the MLK bridge over I-71. The MLK bridge over I-71 was reconstructed with decorative pylons, cables, and aesthetic lighting to highlight the new features of the bridge. Due to the tight right-of-way limits, many walls were built in order to support the new ramps at the interchange. An unique feature of the walls was the basket weave design that was added to all of the new walls constructed. Thank you to everyone involved in building this project.

William B. Burgett Innovation of the Year AwardPrecast Lifting Jig

Kokosing team members have a longstanding history of fi nding innovative solutions to construction’s hardest challenges. This year, Kokosing Industrial introduced a new way to recognize team members who display that ingenuity in their work environment, the William B. Burgett Innovation of the Year Award.

The top teams presented their ideas at this year’s annual meeting for the rest of the company to vote on. Topics ranged from communication methods such as, utilizing videos to reach team members in the fi eld, to coming up with a new pre-fabrication technique to improve safety and quality on the job.

We are extremely proud to announce this year’s winner as the Precast Lifting Jig. This solution was implemented on two AEP substation projects in Indiana. Kokosing Industrial team members assembled a jig that would help lift and place wall panels in a safer and more eff ective way. This innovative solution signifi cantly reduced the team’s potential for hazardous exposure, cut the cost of the project by 30%, and increased productivity. Their solution truly represents what it means to be a part of the Kokosing Team and to exceed the expectations of our customers. Team members include: Jeff Blakeley, Charlie Judy, Ned Lust, Todd Sites, and Marcus Miller. Kokosing team members utilizing the precast lifting jig

to more eff ectively and safely complete their project.


City of Columbus 2017 Resurfacing Project 1, Columbus, OH

2017 NAPA QUALITY IN CONSTRUCTION AWARD

The National Asphalt Pavement Association’s Awards Program (NAPA) recognizes those in the industry who achieve excellence. NAPA awards are meaningful for the winners because they are bestowed by peers and recognized for the quality work they are doing. The Kokosing Construction Asphalt Group received three NAPA awards for their work completed in 2017. Thank you and congratulations to all those who contributed to the these winning projects!

Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure, Mainline Pavement Reconstruction, Fremont, OH

Columbus Regional Airport Authority, Bolton Field Runway 4-22 Rehabilitation, Columbus, OH

These two projects won both NAPA and Flexible Pavement of Ohio awards. Way to go!


2017 Street Resurfacing, Ice Rink Parking Lot, Newark, OH

2017 Street Resurfacing, Clifton Boulevard, Mansfi eld, OH

Lake Metro Parks, Pine Ridge Parking Lot, Wickliff e, OH Fairfi eld County CR 50, North Ewing Street, Lancaster, OH

Crawford County Airport Runway Rehabilitation, Bucyrus, OH

Lorain County CR39 Oberlin Road Resurfacing, City of Oberlin, OH

Knox Community Hospital Main Campus, Resurfacing Parking Lots and Drives, Mt. Vernon, OH

Columbus Metro Parks, Sharon Woods Asphalt Pathway Improvements, Westerville, OH

FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT OF OHIO2017 QUALITY ASPHALT PAVING AWARDSThe Kokosing Asphalt Group is the recipient of ten Flexible Pavements of Ohio – Quality Paving Awards from the 2017 Season! Congratulations to all of those team members involved in building each of these quality projects that are recognized by our industry as being one of the best. Thank you all for your eff orts to build quality work!


Jeff Adams retired on April 20, 2018 as a Laborer with Kokosing Industrial.

Jeff began his Kokosing career on November 2, 1989 working on the I-70/I-71 project. Over the years, he worked on many diff erent projects including Southerly, Route 50 Athens, Madison County, Route

35 Dayton, Stanley Avenue in Dayton, I-670, and quite a few other projects along the way.

Jeff said his favorite project would be the Parsons Avenue WTP Upgrades project because that is where he was working when he made the decision to retire. Another favorite project is the Route 50 job in Athens because of all the great people he got to work with.

Using the term “retire” may not be appropriate since he is already back in his old line of work as a machinist and spending hours at his sawmill creating little projects for his family and friends.

A Kokosing Family. Jeff ’s son, Michael Lewis, is a Trade Superintendent with Kokosing Construction and his son, Mark Adams, is a Laborer with Kokosing Industrial. Jeff ’s brothers, John and Phil Adams also worked at Kokosing. John was a Laborer from 1989 until he retired in 2014. Phil was a Foremen from 1989 until his retirement in 2016.

Jeff lives in Nelsonville, OH with Vicki, his wife of 36 years. They have three adult children and the light of their lives, six grandchildren, Mariah (20), Lyndsay (17), Trey (16), Sydney (14), Kylee (11), and Blake (4). Jeff enjoys watching them play softball, baseball, cheerleading, and basketball. He is also a 4-H advisor. “I have enjoyed all of the good times and working with great people, especially Dave Rinehart and Greg Hirt.” ~ Jeff

From all of us, we thank Jeff for his dedicated work and service to the Kokosing family. Jeff will be missed and we wish him and his family nothing but the very best.

Jeff Arden Adams - 29 years

Retirees

Pam McNeil retired on May 25, 2018 as the Contract Administrator with Kokosing Construction’s Asphalt Group at the Mansfi eld Offi ce.

Pam was hired in May 1988 by the late Wayne Rayburn as a fi eld secretary in the Mansfi eld Offi ce. At that time, it was

just an offi ce trailer. In 1989, Pam moved to the Fredericktown offi ce where she worked with the Highway Division under George Shaw’s direction.

When the Highway Division moved their offi ces to Columbus, Pam and George remained in the Fredericktown offi ce. Pam took over preparing bid documents and contracts for the whole Asphalt Group. Later when the Asphalt Group started expanding and acquiring more locations, some of those responsibilities were located to the new offi ces. Pam and George worked together for 18 years and made a great team. While at the Fredericktown offi ce, Pam also worked closely with Wayne Brassell and the Kokosing Materials Group.

In 2007, Pam moved back to the Mansfi eld offi ce and became the Contract Administrator. Besides doing the bid documents

and contracts for the Mansfi eld area, she took on a lot more responsibilities and worked directly with the crews.

“For 30 years Kokosing has been part of my family, which I will always treasure. I have worked for and worked with some of the most amazing people.” ~ Pam

Pam would always help with whatever needed to be done and put Kokosing’s best interest fi rst. Her work was always accurate and done on time. She was always the fi rst one to arrive at the offi ce in the morning. Pam was always a pleasure to work with and will be missed by the Mansfi eld team and all of her Kokosing friends.

Pam lives in Mt. Vernon, OH with her husband, Chuck McNeil. Chuck retired in 2010 from Kokosing Construction as an Operator. They have two grown children, Michael and Allison, and three grandchildren, Tucker (8), Taylor (4), and Tyler (2).

Pam is going to enjoy spending more time with family and friends and do some much needed traveling.

Pam McNeil - 30 years


PromotionsCurtis Sebenoler was promoted to the Central Ohio Asphalt Group Area Manger with Kokosing Construction. Curtis began his career at Kokosing in 2010 as a Project Engineer/Estimator at the Mansfi eld Offi ce. He soon became a Lead Project Engineer/Estimator and relocated to the Westerville Offi ce. In this new role, Curtis will oversee the procurement of new projects and

manage the work schedule for the Central Ohio Asphalt Group.

Curtis said, “Every project presents a diff erent challenge and that is what makes our job so interesting.” Congratulations Curtis!

Terry Knecht was promoted to a Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial’s Indiana Group on May 18, 2018. He is currently working on the Sorenson-Deer Creek project in Fort Wayne, IN.

Terry started in May 2017 as an Operator at the Dumont project in Indiana. He soon became a Foreman and worked on the Butler Hicksvillee and Rockport projects in Indiana. Congratulations Terry!

Josh Zimmerman was promoted to a Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial’s Indiana Group on May 1, 2018. He is currently working on the Decatur Wastewater Treatment Plant project in Indiana.

Josh began his career with Kokosing in 2013 as a Pipe Foreman. Josh enjoyed working on the Ottawa Storage Facility because of how challenging the underground piping work was. Congratulations Josh!

Diane Prosser was promoted to Education Systems Specialist with the Education Group. Diane started as a Receptionist in 2004 in the Fredericktown Offi ce. She later moved to the position of Human Resources Assistant then became the Human Resources Coordinator.

Diane’s new role leverages her expertise of administrating and synchronizing education records in Viewpoint and Kokosing University. Some of her new duties include, orchestrating First Aid CPR AED certifi cation classes, being the fi rst point of contact for the training ID cards, and executing campaign-style communications in Kokosing University to drive education event enrollment. Congratulations Diane!

Bobby Cook, Sr. retired on May 18, 2018 as a Pipefi tter Superintendent with McGraw-Kokosing. Bobby started his career with McGraw-Kokosing in 1994 as a Pipefi tter Journeyman at AK Steel. Bobby was the lead on all of McGraw-Kokosing’s piping eff orts at AK Steel during his career.

Bobby lives in Hunter, OH with his wife of 39 years, Tammy.They have six adult children and eleven grandchildren with

two more on their way. Bobby plans to spend more time with his family.

“McGraw-Kokosing has always been a tight knit group of people to work with. I appreciate the opportunity to work for McGraw-Kokosing and being able to provide for my family.” ~ Bobby

We thank Bobby for his leadership over the past 24 years and wish him the best.

Bobby Cook Sr. - 24 years

Amy Goldstein started on May 29, 2018 as a Marketing Coordinator with Kokosing Industrial. She will be working at the Westerville offi ce.

Amy is a graduate of The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s in Business degree. She previously worked for IBI Group. She lives in Bexley, OH and has two children; Max (19) and Megan (16). Amy enjoys sewing, crafting, yoga, and spinning.

WESTERVILLE OFFICE

Welcome to Kokosing, Inc.New Team Members

LORDSTOWNJosh Brenning started on April 30, 2018 as a Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial on the Lordstown Energy project.

Josh graduated from Ferris State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management. He previously worked for Kiewit Energy before joining Kokosing. He currently

lives in Boston, MA but plans to relocate to Medina, OH. He is engaged to Heather Rude and they are getting married on October 19, 2018. In Josh’s free time he likes to fi sh, hunt, hike, visit national parks, travel, shoot guns, and anything else outdoors.

COLUMBUS AREAJoseph Pour started on April 16, 2018 as a Lead Field Engineer with Kokosing Industrial working on the Southerly WWTP project in Columbus.

Joseph has a Bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State University in Construction Management.

Prior to coming to Kokosing, Joseph worked at Kiewit Infrastructure. He currently lives in Troy, OH, but is planning to relocate. In his spare time, Joseph likes to do wood working, play golf, watch sports, and go camping.

Jeff Mosier started on June 4, 2018 as a Project Engineer with Kokosing Industrial at the Greenfi eld, IN offi ce.

Jeff graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor’s degree in Building Construction Management. He last worked for Bowen Engineering. Jeff lives in Evansville, IN. In his spare time, he likes to take his boat out on the lake or river, spend time outdoors, playing golf, build furniture, and spend time with his family.

Richard White started on April 23, 2018 as a Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial.

Richard worked for Bowen, for 20 plus years. He lives in Coal City, IN. He’s planning to marry his girlfriend, Miranda Atkinson, in the near future. In his free time, he enjoys hunting and fi shing.

Jim Miller started on April 23, 2018 as a Senior Project Manager with Kokosing Industrial working in the Greenfi eld, IN offi ce.

Jim graduated from ITT Tech with an Associate’s degree in Architecture. He previously worked for Thieneman Construction and Weiss Construction. Jim recently celebrated 42 years of marriage with his wife, Denise. They live in Noblesville, IN and have two adult children. In his free time he enjoys woodworking, playing golf, and yard work.

INDIANA REGION

Tyler Shaw started on June 11, 2018 as a Project Engineer for Kokosing Industrial working in the Greenfi eld, IN offi ce.

Tyler has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Evansville in Mechanical Engineering. He previously worked for Bowen Engineering and S&B Construction. He has been married to Kristen for ten years and has two children; Hadley (5) and Corinne (2). Tyler enjoys bird hunting, fi shing, and golfi ng.


FREDERICKTOWN OFFICE

Amy Thomas started on May 14, 2018 as an Accounts Payable Assistant with the Accounting Department at the Fredericktown Offi ce.

Amy graduated from Lucas High School and last worked for Diamond Janitorial. She lives in Perrysville, OH and enjoys making handmade greeting cards, quilting, sewing, and spending time with her family.

Welcome to Kokosing IndustrialNew Team Members

Patrick Lilienthal started on June 4, 2018 as a Senior Estimate Manager with Kokosing Industrial. He will be working at the Westerville offi ce.

Patrick has a Bachelor’s degree from The Citadel in Civil Engineering. He previously worked for Skanska USA Civil Southeast. He currently lives in Virginia Beach, VA, but will be relocating closer to Columbus, OH. He has been married to Kelly for 19 years and has four children; Keagan (15), Molly (13), Maren (11), and Declan (11). When he has some free time, Patrick enjoys watching college sports, working out, playing the bagpipes, and running his kids all over town to all of their games.

WESTERVILLE OFFICE

PENNSYLVANIA AREA

Nick Trocano started on May 21, 2018 as a Field Engineer with Kokosing Industrial working on the Canonsburg WTP project.

Nick has a Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum

Engineering from Marietta College. Prior to working for Kokosing he worked at CNX Resources/Console Energy and Marietta College. He lives in Eighty Four, PA and likes to hike, hunt, fi sh, ski, play sports, and read.

Welcome to Kokosing ConstructionNew Team Members

Alex Bruner started with Kokosing Construction on June 4, 2018 as a Field Engineer in the Columbus offi ce.

Alex recently graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. He completed co-ops with John R. Jurgensen Company, Kiewit

Energy Corp, and Danis Building Construction Company. He lives in Dublin, OH and enjoys playing golf, soccer, and hiking.

Kate Music started with Kokosing Construction on May 7, 2018 as the Contract Administrator with the Mansfi eld Asphalt Group.

Kate previously worked for MTC Horticultural Services in Oberlin, OH where she was the Offi ce Manager. She

lives in Willard, OH and has a 12 year old daughter, Laura. In her free time she likes to cook, sew, garden, and ride her motorcycle.

Bill Stanich started with Kokosing Construction on April 16, 2018 as a Superintendent.

Bill gained a lot of experience while working for companies such as Tetra Tech, Balfour Beatty, and Dick Corporation. He lives in Reading, PA, but is planning to relocate to

West Virginia with his wife of 36 years, Barbara. Bill has two adult children and two granddaughters, Kaitlyn and Sarah. He enjoys spending time with his family and fi shing.

Tyler Leap started with Kokosing Construction on June 4, 2018 as a Trade Superintendent.

Tyler graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. He had previously worked at Kiewit Underground and

Clark Constructions. Tyler and his wife, Megan, have one daughter, Vivian (2). Tyler enjoys watching sports, carpentry, and working on projects around the house.

COLUMBUS MANSFIELD OFFICE

WEST VIRGINA - MORGANTOWN OFFICE

Gary Leckonby started on June 18, 2018 as a Project Development Manager in Pittsburgh, PA.

Gary has a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Tufts University and a Master’s degree in Business Finance from Pepperdine University. Prior to coming to Kokosing, he worked for AES Corporation for 21 years. Gary currently

lives in Pittsburgh, PA. He has been married to Stacey for two years and they have a ten month old daughter, Alexandra. Gary and his wife purchased their fi rst house on Craigslist and they spent a long year remodeling it. He enjoys working on their garden and keeping his daughter from eating everything her little hands can touch.



Welcome 2018 Co-ops and InternsThis summer, Kokosing had 44 students working in its University Co-op Program and 15 students working in its Technical School/Career Center Internship and Summer Program. Kokosing’s co-op/intern opportunities allow students to gain real, on-the-job experience that they will encounter in the future as full-time team members.

If you know of a student who has the drive, ambition, and character to be a part of Kokosing, please share the details

about our co-op and intern opportunities with them. Co-ops may contact Stacy Shumate and interns may contact Mark Osborn in the Fredericktown Offi ce.

Thank you to all the mentors and supervisors who work with the co-op and intern students to make the program successful.

NEW KII CO-OPS

CO-OP KOKOSING INDUSTRIAL

RETURNING KII CO-OPS

Dino Denillo

Penn State UniversityCivil Engineering

Canonsburg WTP, PA

Lizz Hathaway

Kent State University Construction Management

Parsons Ave. WTP, OH

Kyle Pape

The Ohio State UniversityConstruction Sys. Mgt.

Toledo Downtown Storage Basin

Alex Steff en

Purdue UniversityConstruction Eng. & Mgt.

AEP Sorenson Security Fence, IN

Torie Weslow

University of DaytonCivil Engineering

Middletown Offi ce

Sam Hensley

Purdue UniversityEcological Engineering

Plainfi eld Water Main, IN

Cole Bumpass

The Ohio State UniversityConstruction Management

Dublin Road WTP, OH

Jake Bollenbacher

Ohio Northern UniversityMechanical Engineering

Lucas Co. Digester, Toledo

Jacob England

Purdue University Construction Management

Terre Haute WTP, IN

Jacob Odson

University of AkronCivil Engineering

Lordstown, OH

Austin Sauerteig

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Civil Engineering

Anderson WPCF, IN

Katie Ackerman University of Akron Civil Engineering Southerly WWTP, Columbus

Spencer DeSalvo Youngstown State UniversityCivil EngineeringEuclid WTP

Michael Elmore University of CincinnatiCivil Engineering Lick Run Valley Conveyance

Alex Francisco Bowling Green State UniversityConstruction Management Toledo Raw Water Main

Ryan HudsonThe Ohio State UniversityCivil Engineering OSU Cannon Drive, Columbus

Maya Staton Franciscan University of Steubenville Civil Engineering Liverpool WWTP

Caleb Welly University of ToledoConstruction Engineering Technology Toledo Downtown Storage Basin


NEW KCC CO-OPS RETURNING KCC CO-OPS

RETURNING KMI CO-OP

CO-OP KOKOSING CONSTRUCTION

Jared CebulskiUniversity of DaytonCivil EngineeringEstimating - Columbus Offi ce

Jared HoutzBowling Green State UniversityConstruction Management I-75 Toledo, OH

John Kaiser University of CincinnatiCivil EngineeringDublin Road Pedestrian Bridge

Andrew KelbleyBowling Green State UniversityConstruction Management Lorain County Turnpike

Ross MartiniUniversity of CincinnatiCivil Engineering Lick Run Valley Conveyance

Chandler PerryBowling Green State UniversityConstruction Management Estimating, Columbus Offi ce

Phil PezzattaUniversity of CincinnatiCivil EngineeringI-270 Columbus, OH

Austin Phillips The Ohio State UniversityConstruction Systems Mgt.Franklin I-70-71 2G, OH

Max RobertsOhio Northern UniversityCivil EngineeringI-271 Columbus, OH

Shania ReedThe Ohio State University - ATIConstruction Systems ManagementGarfi eld Heights Plant

Ben Smith

Slippery Rock University Safety Management

I-271 Columbus, OH

Dylan Stanford

Indiana University of Penn.Safety, Health, & Envir.

Applied Science

Fredericktown Offi ce

Chet Margraf

Ohio Northern UniversityCivil Engineering

Toledo I-75, OH

Cody Roberts

Bowling Green State UniversityConstruction Mgt.

Lorain County Turnpike

Easton McNeill

Bowling Green State UniversityConstruction Mgt.

Mansfi eld Asphalt Offi ce

Ben Robinson

West Virginia UniversityCivil Engineering

Corridor H, WV

Jacob Hasselbach

University of ToledoConstruction Eng. Tech.

Toledo I-75, OH

Josh Maile

University of CincinnatiConstruction Mgt.

Cincinnati Surveying Group

Justin Smith

West Virginia UniversityCivil Engineering

Corridor H, WV

Ryan Talbott

University of AkronCivil Engineering

Cuyahoga 177 CCG6B, OH

Mike Roche

The Ohio State University Civil Engineering

Westerville Asphalt Offi ce

Nick Carriero

Kent State University Construction Mgt.

Cuyahoga County Turnpike

Blake Dickmann

The Ohio State UniversityCivil Engineering

Cannon Drive, OH

Matthew Hornza

University of CincinnatiCivil Engineering

Columbus Offi ce

Kody Kirby

University of ToledoMechanical & Civil Eng.

Mansfi eld Surveying Group

Ryan Maitland

The Ohio State UniversityCivil Engineering

Akron I-271, OH

24Hoot Owl April-July 2018 24Hoot Owl April-July 2018

INTERNS

NEW INTERNS

Calob Darling

Clearfork High School

Fredericktown Truck Shop

Colton Shaw


Weld Shop

Talon Gerber

C-Tec of Licking Co.

Truck Shop

Derick Gallagher

Knox County Career Center

Fredericktown Yard

Grant Porterfi eld

Granville High School

Columbus Shop

Kaleb Briggs

Northmor High School

Mid-Size Shop

Korey Thompson

Pioneer Career & Technology Center

Mid-Size Shop

Austin Ashby

Ashland County West Holmes High School

Fredericktown Yard

Ben Ford

Delaware AreaCareer Center

Columbus Truck Shop

Samantha Grogg

Northmore High School

Form Shop

Katie Snell

Fredericktown High School

KCC Supply

Austin Strong


Wooster Shop

Colton Turner

Knox County Career Center

Form Shop


The Marine Division was able to overcome the forces of Mother Nature and complete the installation of a new three-phase 15kV power cable between Middle Bass Island and North Bass Island in Lake Erie. Work had to be scheduled around environmental restrictions forcing activities to be performed during the most challenging time of year, late fall and early spring.

The fi rst step was rock trenching off Middle Bass Island to protect the new power cable from extreme lake conditions caused by wind, waves, and ice. Team members were on site 18 days with 10 of those days standing by due to rough lake conditions. A 46-year storm event in April generated record lake levels causing extensive fl ooding and shoreline damage.

Improving weather conditions were a major factor allowing the new power cable installation to be completed in two days. A lake splice was required in the new power cable due to shipping methods selected by the cable manufacturer. New cable terminations, testing, and energization were performed in record time. The last step required removal of the sixty year old existing 9kV power cable. Mother Nature cooperated during this operation and the 6,500’ removal was completed in one day.

To date, the Marine Division has installed three power cables to South Bass Island (Put-In-Bay), one power cable between South Bass Island and Middle Bass Island, and one power cable between North Bass Island and Middle Bass Island.

1 - The daily MAP meeting. 2 - New power cable fi rst end fl oating to North Bass Island. 3 - Old power cable removal.

Three is a CharmTim Paquette, Project Manager

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2018 Graduates

Devon Cowling graduated from Firelands High School. He is continuing his education in Welding and Fabrication in the construction industry. Devon is the son of Matt and Nikki Grills. Matt is a Plant Operator with Kokosing Materials. He has been with KMI since 2009.

Lindsey Elchert graduated from Marysville High School. She is attending the University of Dayton and majoring in Engineering. Lindsey is the daughter of Jim and Becky Elchert. Jim is a Manager of Purchasing with Kokosing Construction. He has been with Kokosing since 1996.

Zachary Hull graduated from Danville High School. He works in the Fredericktown Paint Department where he had interned since 2017. Zachary has received his certifi cation in ASE painting and refi nishing, non-structural analysis and damage repair, and mechanical/electrical components. Zachary received his certifi cation in Collision Repair through the Knox County Career Center where he was also recognized with a Community Employer Award.

Isaiah Overholt graduated from Frederick-town High School. He began with Kokosing on June 4, 2018 as a Form Shop Carpenterin Fredericktown. He plans to become a Field Carpenter in the future. Jeremy and Traci Overholt are Isaiah’s parents. Jeremy is a Carpenter Foreman with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 1998.

Trace Ray graduated from the Welding Technology program at Butler Tech. He completed a co-op program with Crown Services and has been hired full-time by Crown. Trace is the grandson of Kelly McCoy. Kelly is the Billing Manager with McGraw-Kokosing and has been with Kokosing since 2014.

Bryce Whitehead from Symmes Valley High School. He is attending Marshall University and majoring in Civil Engineering. Bryce is the son of Scott and Jo-el Whitehead. Scott is a Lube Technician with Kokosing Construction’s Mainten-ance Group and has been with Kokosing since 2002.

Congratulations and best wishes to all the graduates in the next step of your lives.

We are honored and proud to announce the following twelve graduates who have chosen a career in the construction industry.

Katie Cobb graduated from Fredericktown High School. She will be majoring in Account-ing at the Mount Vernon Nazarene University. She is currently working part-time with the Accounting Department in Fredericktown. Katie is the daughter of Donald and Lisa Cobb. Donald is the Corporate Controller with the Accounting Department and has been with Kokosing since 1994.

Ben Ford graduated from Delaware Area Career Center. He is interning with Kokosing Construction at the Truck Shop in Fredericktown. Ben is attending the University of Northern Ohio to study Diesel Mechanics.

High School Grads - Construction Careers

Construction Careers


High School

Ethan Branham graduated from Hamilton High School. He is planning a career in interior design. Ethan is the grandson of Tamia Baker. Tamia is a Field Secretary with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2007.

Abigail Auck graduated from East Knox High School. She is attending Columbus State to pursue a career as a Veterinary Technician. Abigail is the daughter of Jason and Allison Auck. Jason is a Job Site Coordinator with the Works Department in Fredericktown and has been with Kokosing since 2007.

Sydney Bouch graduated from Ashland High School with honors. She is attending Bowling Green State University to study Biology. Sydney is the daughter of April McPike. April is the Risk Insurance Manager with the Risk Department. She has been with Kokosing since 2017.

Martina Britts graduated from the University of Toledo and received her degree in Civil Engineering. Martina is the daughter of Tim and Maureen Britts. Tim is an Estimator with Kokosing Industrial. He has been with Kokosing since 2002.

Josh Brestensky graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental, Health, and Safety. He is a Safety Specialist with Kokosing Industrial’s Safety Team. He has been with Kokosing since January 2018.

Kendra Dearth graduated from Sin Clair Community College with a degree in Construction Management - Architectural and Engineering and a certifi cate in 3D Imaging. She is the daughter of Kenny Dearth, an Operator Mechanic/Shop Foreman with McGraw-Kokosing. He has been with Kokosing since 2013.

Austin Flager graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Construction Management. Austin spent three years as a co-op with Kokosing and started full-time as a Field Engineer with Kokosing Industrial’s Indiana Group on January 2, 2018.

College Grads - Construction Careers

Brandon Bowers graduated from Grove City High School. He is attending The Ohio State University to pursue a degree in Physics. Brandon is the son of Brad and Julie Bowers. Brad is an Assistant Vice President of Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 1994.

Tyler Bray graduated from Carlisle High School. He is attending Wilmington College and majoring in History. Tyler is the son of Tracy and Tammi Bray. Tracy is an Operator Mechanic with McGraw-Kokosing and has been with Kokosing since 2012.

Mason Coleman graduated from Gahanna Lincoln High School. He is attending John Carroll University Boler School of Business where he will also play baseball. Mason is the son of Kevin and Jamie Coleman. Kevin is a Superintendent with the Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 1998.


Trace Owens graduated from Fredericktown High School and the Knox County Career Center. He is attending The University of Northwestern Ohio. He will be majoring in Marketing and will be playing baseball for the Racers. Trace is the son of Warren and Bonita Owens. Warren is a Truck Driver with Integrity Kokosing and has been with Kokosing since 2012.

Brianna McNeal graduated from Oak Hill High School. She is attending college in the fall. Brianna is the daughter of Paul and Wilma McNeal. Paul is a Truck Driver with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2002.

Alta McKim graduated from Fredericktown High School. She is attending Ohio University’s Honors Business Program. Alta is the daughter of Roger and Meredith Lowther. Roger is a Truck Driver with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2000.

Logan Hannah graduated from Valley View High School. He is studying Biology and playing football at the University of Dayton. Logan is the son of Shane Hannah, an Ironworker Superintendent with McGraw-Kokosing. He has been with Kokosing since 2002.

Brittney Ehret graduated from Fredericktown High School. She is attending Miami University and majoring in Dietetics. Brittney is the daughter of Steve and Heidi Ehret. Steve is a Project Executive with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 1990.

Danielle Ethridge graduated from Springboro High School. She is attending Miami University to study Nursing. Danielle is the daughter of Darrin and Alice Ethridge. Darrin is an Operator Mechanic with McGraw-Kokosing and has been with Kokosing since 2010.

Samantha Grogg graduated from Northmor High School. She is attending The Ohio State University. Samantha is the daughter of Larry and Kim Grogg. Larry is a Truck Driver with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 1989.

Allie LaFever graduated from Highland High School. She is attending The Ohio State University. Allie is the daughter of John Jr. and Katie LaFever. John Jr. is a Trade Superintendent with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 1996. Allie’s grandparents are John Sr. and Linda LaFever. John Sr. was an Operator with Kokosing Construction from 1966 until his retirement in 2009.

Shelbi Dailey graduated from Southern High School. She is attending Rio Grande College to earn a degree in Nursing. Shelbi is the daughter of Shawn Dailey. Shawn is a Foreman with Integrity Kokosing Pipeline. He has been with Kokosing since 2001.

Michael Hunt graduated from Whitehall Yearling High School. He is joining the U.S. Army. Michael is the son of Angel and Missy Castaneda. Angel is an Operating Engineer with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2002.

Lauren Householder graduated from Olentangy High School, Sum Cum Laude. She is attending The Ohio State University to study Chemical Engineering. Lauren is the daughter of John and Jennifer Householder. John is the President of Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 1991.

Austin Landon graduated from Cheboygan Area High School. He is majoring in Automotive After-Market Management at Northwood University. Austin is the son of Joanna and Scott Landon. Joanna is an Administrative Assistant with the Marine Group in Cheboygan Offi ce. She has been with Kokosing since 2002.


Megan Vickers graduated from Wellston High School. Megan is the daughter of Jeff and Mary Vickers. Jeff is a Laborer Foreman with Kokosing Construction. He has been with Kokosing since 2001.

Sydnee Wears graduated from Danville High School. She is attending COTC to study for a career as a Registered Nurse. Sydnee is the daughter of Jason and Augusta Wears. Jason is a Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 1996.

Briannah Them graduated from Westerville Central High School. She is majoring in Business at Miami University. Briannah is the granddaughter of Brian and Sherri Burgett. Brian is the President/CEO of Kokosing, Inc. and has been with Kokosing since 1971.

Grant Porterfi eld graduated from Granville High School. He is attending the Ohio University. Grant is the son of Billy and Betsy Porterfi eld. Billy is a Mechanic with the Columbus Shop. He has been with Kokosing since 1998.

Kyle Sapp graduated from Fredericktown High School. He is attending Southeastern University to major in Ministerial Leadership. Kyle is the son of Kevin and Buff y Sapp. Kevin is a Lead Surveyor with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 1998.

Hannah Rudolph graduated from Norwalk’s St. Paul High School. She is studying Nursing at Cleveland State University. Hannah is the daughter of Scott and Janean Rudolph. Scott is an Area Manager with Kokosing Construction’s Asphalt Group and has been with Kokosing since 1995.

McKenzie Burgess graduated from Sullivan University. She received her Associate in Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts. She is currently the cook at Amato’s in Mt. Vernon, OH. McKenzie is the daughter of Brett Burgess, the Fuel/Lube Coordinator with Kokosing Construction’s Equipment Group. He has been with Kokosing since 1988.

College

Shane Hannah Jr. graduated from the University of Dayton. He received a degree in Finance. Shane is the son of Shane and Lisa Hannah. Shane is a Ironworker Superintendent with McGraw-Kokosing and has been with Kokosing since 2002.

Katie Lemen graduated from the Ohio University. She received a degree in Journalism and Sports Administration. She is pursuing a career in sports media or digital marketing. Katie is the daughter of Todd and Maria Lemen. Todd is a Regional Manager with Kokosing Industrial’s Indiana Group. He has been with Kokosing since 2013.


Alyssa Osborn graduated from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business. She received a degree in Accounting, Finance, and Technology Management. She is a CPA and Staff Accountant at Ernst & Young and is focusing on Forensic Accounting. Alyssa is the daughter of Mark and Eva Osborn. Mark is the Corporate Field Workforce Manger and has been with Kokosing since 2008. Eva is an Employment Representative with Kokosing, Inc. and has been with Kokosing since 2008.

Mitch Sellers graduated from the Mount Vernon Nazarene University. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Health and Physical Education. Mitch is the son of Joe and Zo Sellers. Joe is a Safety Manager with Kokosing Construction’s Safety Group and has been with Kokosing since 1990.

Emily Williams graduated from Cedarville University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. She is currently working at St. Ann’s Hospital. Emily is the daughter of Dean and Connie Williams. Dean is a Scale Operator with the Olen Corporation and has been with Olen since 1995. Connie is an Accounts Payable Clerk with Kokosing Materials and has been with KMI since 1994.

Making the Grade

Congratulations to these Weld Shop team members who recently passed their D1.1 Weld Certifi cation: Jack Boyd, Caleb Smith, Colton Shaw, Ben Mellot, Clay Leedy, and Chip Swank.

Vic Osborne completed the Manitowoc Crane Systems Theory class at the Manitowoc school and received the Top Performer Award. Vic is an Equipment Foreman with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2004. Congratulations Vic!

Congratulations to Kyle Stalder for passing his Professional Engineer’s Exam (PE). Kyle is a Lead Project Engineer for Kokosing Construction. He is currently working with Kokosing Construction on the Dublin Pedestrian Bridge project. Kyle has been with Kokosing since 2003.

Cassandra Osborn graduated from Purdue University. She received a degree in Biology - Health and Human Disease. She is working at bioWorld, a biotechnology company that creates molecular tools for life sciences. Cassandra is the daughter of Mark and Eva Osborn. Mark is the Corporate Field Workforce Manger and has been with Kokosing since 2008. Eva is an Employment Representative with Kokosing, Inc. and has been with Kokosing since 2008.

Abby Miduri graduated from Otterbein University. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and minored in Nutrition. She plans to attend grad school to earn a Masters of Science degree in Exercise Physiology at Ohio University. Abby is the daughter of Linda Miduri, a Contracts Administrator with Kokosing Construction’s Elyria Asphalt offi ce. She has been with Kokosing since 2007.


The 2016 upgrade to the Plymouth, Indiana wastewater treatment plant has reached substantial completion. This is cause for applause not just because of the good work we are leaving behind, but for the real diff erence we made to the way the utility will operate and contract in the future.

Kokosing Industrial was selected using Indiana’s Guaranteed Savings Contracting method. This part of the state code allows municipal owners to select contractors based on a qualifi cation process with a Guaranteed Maximum Price determined prior to entering the contract. This alternative delivery method allowed for open dialog between the contractor, the city, and the engineer, Midwestern Engineering.

As with any utility owner, this was not their fi rst capital project experience, but it was their best capital project experience. Kokosing Industrial’s Regional Manager Todd Lemen and Project Development Manager Tina Wolff sat down with the City of Plymouth’s Utility Superintendent Donnie Davidson, to learn why this project was a success. First thing Donnie did was give credit to our people. He appreciated the way Superintendent Justin Rahall considered the diff erent aspects of a problem before voicing an opinion and how fair he was in his deliberations. Justin always stepped up to take responsibility when there was an issue caused by our work, winning Donnie’s confi dence and respect. Project Engineer Kyle Vanderford was credited with taking the time to work through details with the plant so they could plan for the long-term operation of the system. Donnie noted that all the Kokosing staff he encountered carried the same dedication to doing the job right- both from a craft perspective and safety – and that morale throughout the project was something he pointed his own staff toward. We all live with our safety standards day in and day out but the level of our dedication was new to the City. Donnie has taken several of our practices for their own, foremost being a heightened priority for safety and consequences for short cutting.

While we have delivered for Donnie and the City of Plymouth, they have returned the favor. We frequently list Plymouth as a reference in our other project proposals and know that other owners have spoken with him. We credit Donnie’s recommendations with cementing our selection in Anderson, IN and Evansville, IN.

The success of this project is a direct result of the leadership of the project foremen including Max Widmeyer, Ray Morris, Josh Zimmerman, Steve Garner, and Mike Humphreys, and their crew: Kevin Stone, Nate Queen, and the late Derek Morris.

1 - New centrifuge improves Plymouth’s ability to dewater their solids, lowering hauling and disposal costs. 2 - Existing aeration tanks remain in service while a new tank is constructed by supporting the 36” effl uent pipe. 3 - Form work and pouring of the concrete wall that becomes the base for a biosolids storage structure.

Substantial Completion Reached in Plymouth, IndianaTina Wolff , Project Development Manager

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Dean Hollis, Ron Clark, and Rob Leach are backfi lling.

At the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant S87 in Columbus, OH crews are installing rebar for the gravity thickener.



Tony Lynn, Steve Dunham, Dwayne Keener, Trevor McCroskey, and Jerry Wright are installing a 60” culvert on the Morgan County SR 266 in Stockport, OH.

Panoramic view of the TWI Downtown Storage Basin project in Toledo, OH. Nearly 210,000 CY of excavation is completed for the storage basin and pumping station along the Maumee River.

Crews are removing the existing bridge truss at the Mill Road Project near Wheelersburg, OH.

The Fredericktown Offi ce’s front sidewalk is being replaced. Lonnie Stull is operating the backhoe while Steve Brenzo and Rodney Pew strap the pieces of demolished concrete to be hauled away.

Turnkey Tunneling starting a 12’ diameter 750’ long tunnel pushing against a Kokosing Industrial designed backstop that may need to withstand 1,000,000 lbs. of force at the TWI Downtown Storage Basin project in Toledo, OH.


Construction is progressing on the Franklin I70-71 project in downtown Columbus, OH.

Setting the fi rst steel segment at Pier 3 and 4 with Matt Duncan, DeAnthony Hosley, Marshall Miller, Pat Moharter, Matt Michael, Chris Abney, Glenn Keaton III, and Bill Traylor at the Dublin Road Pedestrian Bridge.

Doug Henkel, Rob Viers, Vernon Ray, Katie Besser, and Glenn Nickell are pulling the temporary steel casings which allow the crew to pour the remaining lift of the caissons at the AEP Sorenson Station Security Fence project in Roanoke, IN.

Laborer Foreman Sean Ringer is installing an air release on the digester mixing pump piping in the centrifuge building on the Liverpool Wastewater Treatment Plant project in Valley City, OH.

A concrete milestone as the last pour was completed at the intake structure at the Fall Creek project in Indianapolis, IN.


Women in Hard Hats

Kokosing Construction Website

On Monday March 26th, KCC Supply Manager Tami Cox and Form Shop Carpenter Maggie Logan represented Kokosing at the Women in Hardhats event sponsored by District 3 of ODOT. This event was put in place to expose sophomore, junior, and senior girls to non-traditional careers. Tami and Maggie were able to discuss the diff erent areas of the construction industry that each of them represent, along with what opportunities exist and the steps needed to begin working toward a career in construction.

Pictured are Tami (bottom row, 2nd from right) and Maggie (bottom row, far right) with the other speakers at the event.

1 - Morgan Rinehart and 2 - Tyler Reed replaced head gaskets on a Kokosing truck at the Fredericktown Truck Shop. 3 - They had to pull the cab off of the truck’s frame and set it aside to access everything on the engine. 4 - Once the cab was off the frame, all of the upper engine components were removed with only the engine block remaining in the chassis. This truck is now working great and back on the job!

Check out Kokosing Construction’s new website at:

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Please note the Safety Recognition items are temporarily not on the website. Until this page is available contact: Rayna Strong at 740.848.4934 or [email protected]

for orders, order forms, and questions.

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Kristen Goins Blue Gill 9”

Ethan NeiplingCrappie 13”

Mark WolfCrappie 13”

Holly FahnerBlue Gill 9”

Evan FahnerBlue Gill 12”

J.J. SpradlingCatfi sh 21”

Caden EnriquezPerch 10”

Chuck McNeilPerch 14”



Giving BackBeing a Good Member of the Community

Giving a Helping Hand Volunteer Program

Wildwood Playground

Meals-on-Wheels

The Wildwood Playground in Granville, OH is a favorite gathering place for families and school groups. It was built over 20 years ago and was in need of major improvements. The Granville Recreation District set up four days in April for volunteers to come help repair and rebuild this beloved park. Kokosing had over a dozen team members volunteer their time and spent a cold day helping make this park beautiful again. Thank you to Charles Smith, Michael Schmitt, Todd Blair, Dallas Kramer, George Minton, John Rigo, Rayna Strong, Brooke White, Troy Hargis, Bret Murray, Andy Fruehling, Andy Fox, and Trey Read.

The Meals-on-Wheels program is now in progress in the Westerville area. We have eight volunteers participating in this program. One day a week the volunteers go out in teams of two and deliver nutritious meals to those in need.

Todd Blair, John Rigo, George Minton, Dallas Kramer, Chuck Smith, and Mike Schmitt

Rayna Strong and Brooke White

Joel Halfhill and Mike Holub

Meagan Tener and Jim Graves

Karl Kennedy and Eric Fahrner

Jill Harris and Todd Pershing


Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk

United Way’s - Day of ActionThe United Way Services of Geauga County’s “Day of Action” was held on June 22, 2018. Did you know that 25% of the households in this community are struggling to fulfi ll their basic needs? This means housing, childcare, transportation, and even food. On United Way’s Day of Action, they focus on these insecure households by creating food sources in the form of community gardens. Several team members and their friends volunteered their time to help with one of those food gardens. They worked at University Hospital and built a 4’ x 24’ raised bed garden and planted vegetables and herbs for the community and staff to tend and harvest. Thank you to Doug Spielberger, Pat Meisner, Susan Krantz, Lisa and Chris Szpendyk, Lee Schloss, Ray Schloss, Jason Hartson, David Gregg, and the Boy Scouts of Troop #319: Nathan Hartson (Jason’s son), Tyler Davis, Nathan Davis, and the scout leaders, Jennifer and Brian Davis.

Pictured left to right: Pat Meisner, Chris Szpendyk, Susan Krantz, Lisa Szpendyk, Lee Schloss, Jason Hartson, and David Gregg.

Bryan Ziegler’s four year old daughter, Camryn, is one of the many dealing with Type 1 Diabetes. Bryan and his family, along with some McGraw-Kokosing team members, joined more than 8,000 people who gathered at Kings Island on June 6th to support and raise money to fi nd a cure for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). The walk at Kings Island is one of the largest fundraising walks in the country. Including this year, the walk has raised over $940,000 which includes $2,375.00 that McGraw/Kokosing team members donated.

Thank You from the Shelton FamilyAs many of you are aware, during the early morning hours of Saturday, April 14th, a fi re engulfed my house, totally destroying it. We were, indeed, very fortunate to make it out. In a little more than one hour, my family and I lost every single possession we had, except the items of clothing we were wearing. All added up, 96 years of living and there was nothing left to show for it.

This letter is a thank you to all of the Kokosing family. We jumped from our house and watched our physical possessions vanish, but thanks to all of you, we have not wanted for one single thing since that night.

Your response, in so many diff erent ways, completely overwhelmed us and brought home just how fortunate we are to be a member of this company. I have fi lled out many of the donation forms over my 15 years here with Kokosing, but until now had never been on the receiving end of this company’s eff orts to help their team members.

The giving, in all the diff erent forms that it took, is just the physical manifestation of a much bigger fact that your desire and willingness to help a fellow team member. The money and gifts were very much needed as we had nothing, but the thing I want to make certain to convey, is that we are thankful for your compassion and your support. Words cannot convey the humility and thankfulness that my entire family now possess as a result of your eff orts. All I can say is THANK YOU!

~ John, Rachel, and Sydney Shelton


To kick off the summer, Kokosing’s Fredericktown Offi ce hosted a Bring Your Parent to Work Day event. The event exposed individuals to the various opportunities in the construction industry. During the event students and their parents had the opportunity to visit several hands-on activities around the campus:

PIPE SHOPA working model of a water treatment plant showed students how water pumped from Lake Erie makes it to the kitchen sink.

EQUIPMENTGuests had the opportunity to operate a mini-excavator and check out some amazing equipment in our fl eet.

MECHANICS SHOPStudents were able to help use equipment to diagnose and monitor issues on vehicles.

WELD SHOPTools and creative weld projects were on display.

FORM SHOPThis area taught students about forms and highlighted the work of the Form Shop. Guests also had the opportunity to build miniature tool boxes.

HISTORYVisitors experienced Kokosing’s past through pictures and videos.

CO-OPSCo-ops gave presentations about what a career in the industry might look like based on their own experiences.

Parents also had the opportunity to ask about a career path, what sort of classes are needed and what job opportunities are and will be available.

The event was part of a larger eff ort put on by Ohio Governor Kasich’s Offi ce of Workforce transformation titled In-Demand Jobs Week. In-Demand Jobs Week is a statewide celebration of jobs, industries, and skills that are in-demand in Ohio.

Over 160 participated in the event, which also included lunch and the opportunity to receive a gift for visiting all stations. Thanks to all of the volunteers that helped make this event possible. Together we are building the team 1 x 1.

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Kirk and Sandra Smith on the birth of their granddaughter, Maggie May Sunshine Lambert, on April 25, 2018. Maggie weighed 6 lbs. 8 oz. and was 19” long. Kirk is the Weld Shop Manager in Fredericktown and has been with Kokosing since 2000.

Dawn and Keith Ward on the birth of their grandson, Kamden Alan Cooley, on June 5, 2018. Kamden weighed 7 lbs. 10 oz. and was 20” long. Dawn is the Accounts Payable Manager and has been with Kokosing since 1999.

Paul and Aireca Combs on the birth of their son, Brooks Douglas Combs, on May 17, 2018. Brooks weighed 9 lbs. 1 oz. and was 21” long. Paul is an Ironworker with McGraw-Kokosing and has been with Kokosing since 2013.


New Arrivals Congratulations to the following families on their new additions.

Greg and Kelly Rinehart on the birth of their son, Granger Dean Rinehart, on April 9, 2018. Granger weighed 7 lbs. and was 19” long. Greg is a Field Mechanic with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 1996. Granger’s grandparents are Dean and Marsha Rinehart. Dean was the Assistant Vice President of Equipment and worked at Kokosing from 1971 until his retirement in 2017. Marsha started with Kokosing in 1983 and was the Executive Vice President of Human Resources when she retired in 2014. Granger’s uncle is Geoff Rinehart. Geoff is a Projects Manager with Kokosing, Inc. and has been with Kokosing since 1998.

Jeremy and Tasha Maynor on the birth of their twins on May 2, 2018. Their daughter, Logan, weighed 5 lbs. 10 oz. and was 18” long. Their son, Parker, weighed 5 lbs. 12 oz. and was 18.5” long. Jeremy is a Carpentry Trade Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 2007.

Bryce and Kala Burgett on the birth of their son, William Barrett Burgett, on May 9, 2018. Barrett weighed 10.1 lbs. and was 21” long. Bryce is the CEO of Olen & KMI/Managing Partner IKPS and has been with Kokosing since 1997. Barrett’s grandparents are Barth and Sarah Burgett. Barth is an Executive VP and has been with Kokosing since 1979. His aunt is Brittney Burgett, a Project Engineer with IKPS and his uncle is Brock Burgett, a Trade Superintendent with the Cleveland Highway Group.

Mick and Jean North on the birth of their grandsons. Parker Lee Kistler (left) was born on May 21, 2018. He weighed 8 lbs. 13 oz. and was 21” long. Bennett Michael Beery (right) was born on August 7, 2017. He weighed 9 lbs. 3 oz. and was 20” long. Mick was a Crane Operator with Kokosing Construction from 2001 until his retirement in 2015.

Doug and Emily Crider on the birth of their son, Everett Anthony Crider, on February 12, 2018. Everett weighed 7 lbs. 8 oz. and was 21” long. Doug is a Crane Operator with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 2010.

Dean and Ashley Morningstar on the birth of their son, Drew Michael Morningstar, on March 20, 2018. Drew weighed 9.5 lbs. and was 2” long. Dean is a Project Engineer with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 2011.

Laura and Brad Davis on the birth of their daughter, Kaylee Allyn Davis, on April 4, 2018. Kaylee weighed 6 lbs. 14 oz. and was 19.5” long. Laura is a Marketing Coordinator with Kokosing Construction and has been with Kokosing since 2014.

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Cookies are a Hit

Youth Team Thank Yous

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Hoot Owl SubmissionsSubmit your birth announcements, weddings, sympathies, and other submissions to Crissy Rine at P.O. Box 226, Fredericktown, Ohio 43019 or [email protected]. Include name, team member number, and ALL applicable information.

PHOTOS: Please be sure all digital photos are high resolution and original/large size. Pictures pulled from the internet are NOT high resolution and will not reproduce in print well. We ask for no fi lters and no extreme close-ups (selfi es) be sent. All photos need to be work appropriate.

The team members at the Toledo I-75 project want to thank Chantel Cox for making these custom cookies for their jobsite luncheon. Chantel is the wife of Jim Cox, an Operator with Kokosing Construction.

Mya Farling shows off her shirt she received from the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana Troop 239. This troop was one of the Kokosing Youth Team Contribution winners. Mya is the granddaughter of Scott Sowry. Scott is an Operator Foreman with Kokosing Construction.

Evan Rine (1) of the Fredericktown Babe Ruth 15U Team thanks Kokosing for the Youth Team Contribution. His team won their 15U Babe Ruth Championship Tournament. Evan is the son of Crissy Rine. The team head coach was (2) John Singrey, Jr., a Trade Superintendent with Kokosing Industrial.

Kokosing, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity/affi rmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.


Jesse and Katie Rosales on the birth of their daughter, Ruthie Quinn Rosales, on June 17, 2018. Ruthie weighed 6 lbs. 13 oz. and was 20” long. Jesse is a Field Engineer/Carpenter with Kokosing Industrial and has been with Kokosing since 2013.

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Chapel Road Bridge +1: Kokosing @ $6,141,218.00 Triton Construction - 2nd @ $7,500,000.00This project began on April 1, 2018 in Bethleham/Wheeling, WV. It consists of redecking two bridges (Chapel Road and Spruce Street) over I-470, minor approach work, misc. steel repairs, and cleaning and painting the superstructure. It is scheduled to fi nish in October 2020.

OTIC 43-18-02 LUC/SAN Bridge Rehabilitation: Kokosing @ $5,517,827.00 Miller Bros. Construction - 2nd @ $6,169,018.00This project includes bridge work on two overhead bridge structures over the Ohio Turnpike in Lucas and Sandusky Counties. The scope includes demo of the existing fi ve span Perrysburg Holland Road overhead bridge (MP 59.0) and replacing with a two span steel girder structure within a 200 calendar day duration. The second bridge location is a deck replacement of the Hessville Rd. bridge (MP 84.4) in 120 calendar days. The project will start in February 2019 and will be completed by September of 2019.

ODOT 180402 Putnam County, SR 190 Slide Repair: Kokosing @ $927,649.96 RG Zachrich Construction - 2nd @ $1,274,650.24

2018 Resurfacing Project 3, City of Columbus, OH: Kokosing @ $10,708,276.00 Decker Construction - 2nd @ $10,979,509.00

ODOT 180259, Knox US 36: Kokosing @ $5,683,375.34

ODOT 180355, Franklin 70: Kokosing @ $5,388,760.00 Shelly & Sands - 2nd @ $5,494,511.00

2018 Franklin County Resurfacing Program : Kokosing @ $2,564,396.00 Shelly & Sands - 2nd @ $2,603,926.00

ODOT 180206, Richland US 42: Kokosing @ $2,470,504.90 Shelly & Sands - 2nd @ $2,586,659.85

Sandusky County Regional Airport, Rehab. Runway 6/24: Kokosing @ $1,558,016.00 Kwest - 2nd @ $1,569,032.00

Cuyahoga County, Wallings Road Resurfacing: Kokosing @ $1,251,754.00 Chagrin Valley - 2nd @ $1,288,950.00

ODOT 180292, Marion SR 95: Kokosing @ $1,164,244.95 Shelly & Sands - 2nd @ $1,240,161.19

ODOT 180330, Wayne SR 3: Kokosing @ $1,014,002.00 Shelly Co. - 2nd @ $1,067,840.00

Wyandot County 2018 Paving Program: Kokosing @ $1,001,844.90

Village of Cardington, 2018 Paving Program: Kokosing @ $180,781.70 Shelly & Sands - 2nd @ $197,103.20

Logan, OH WTP Replacement: Kokosing @ $11,459,800.00Construction of a new water treatment plant to serve as a complete replacement to the existing plant in this southeast Ohio community.

CSO Basins & WWTP Improvements, Royal Center, IN: Kokosing @ $3,674,000.00 Thieneman Construction - 2nd @ $3,896,000.00Improvements at an existing wastewater treatment facility northwest of Indianapolis. A key component of the completed project will be the control of sewer overfl ows to surrounding waterways.

Canton WWTP Sludge Processing Mod., Canton, OH: Kokosing @ $3,524,000.00 Stanley Miller - 2nd @ $3,884,000.00Fast-paced replacement of aging sludge processing equipment at an existing WWTP in northeast Ohio, including signifi cant demolition, equipment setting, piping, structural steel and electrical upgrades.

Nottingham WTP Alum Tank Line Replac., Cleveland, OH: Kokosing @ $687,500.00Replacement of the tank liner for one of the key treatment chemicals at a large existing water plant for Cleveland Water.

London Road WTP Sodium Hypochlorite Tank Replacement, Boggstown, IN: Kokosing @ $139,900.00Small chemical system improvement project at an existing water plant located just southwest of Kokosing’s Greenfi eld, IN offi ce.

MarkWest Hopedale Fractionation Plant 4, Jewett, OH:Construction of the fourth Fractionation Plant at MarkWest’s Hopedale facility in eastern Ohio. This will be the fi rst fractionation plant Kokosing will have the opportunity to complete for this important industrial client. Kokosing will deliver the complete general contract scope.

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Twenty years ago, Mike Gantner joined Kokosing as a Carpenter. He has been a part of the Kokosing family working on highway projects covering central and southern Ohio. As a result of Mike’s hard work and leadership, he became a Foreman. His son, Ethan Gantner, decided to follow in his footsteps.

Ethan worked his way through the Carpenter’s Apprenticeship program and today is a Journeyman Carpenter. He has been with Kokosing for fi ve years.

Mike and Ethan enjoy spending time with each other and their family. When not working, they occasionally get together and play a round of golf.

Families Within the Kokosing FamilyThe Gantners

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