"You’ve gone above and beyond my expectations!!!"
Jennifer Delikat
Project Manager – Jones Lang LaSalle for Sprint Nextel
3065 Cumberland Blvd. 1st Floor Renovation
Jonathan Clay – Project Manager & Principal in Charge
Brandan Mote – Project Superintendent
"Our project was completed on time and on budget due to the experienced and
knowledgeable professionals at The Blue River Group. Of particular importance to
me was the ability of Jonathan Clay to work in conjunction with myself and our
architect to see that the project was completed efficiently and in the best
interest of the City. When questions arose, Jonathan was able to work with the
team to effectively answer the questions so that there were no project delays.
Wayne Bradley did a tremendous job of managing the day to day construction.
Wayne made sure that the City received high quality construction for our
allotted budget and was always willing to make the extra effort to keep the
project on schedule. Most importantly, when issues arose, Wayne always focused
on working toward a solution that satisfied everyone on the team.
As a City Administrator, the most important requirement to me were to see that
we received a top quality project within our budget and on our schedule. The
Blue River Group fulfilled all of those requirements in a professional and
expert manner."
Barbara Kesler
City Administrator – City of Arcade, GA
Arcade City Hall and Public Safety Buildings
Jonathan Clay – Project Manager & Principal in Charge
Wayne Bradley – Project Superintendent
“I would like to thank you for the hard work your project team put forth on the
recently completed Braselton Library. Under your direction, The Blue River Group
completed the project on schedule, under budget, with a high level of quality
and a strong attention to detail. I certainly recommend The Blue River Group as
a strong candidate for any construction project and welcome the opportunity to
work with your firm in the future.”
Jennifer Scott
Town Manager – Town of Braselton
Braselton Library
Jonathan Clay – Project Manager & Principal in Charge
Wayne Bradley – General Superintendent
Brandan Mote – Project Superintendent
“Larry, thanks for your efforts to save!!! Thank you very much for a well done
project. I am looking forward to the next project together. I would also like to
appreciate the entire team that worked very well together and helped throughout
the project making this challenging project a success.”
Sassan Zarabi
Network Building Engineering
Sprint / Nextel
Sprint Atlanta HVAC/Generator Upgrade
Larry Leroux – Project Manager & Principal in Charge
Wayne Bradley – Project Superintendent
“Thank you. I appreciate the efforts you and The Blue River Group have put
forward on these projects.”
Bob Sypher
Network Building Engineering
Sprint / Nextel
Florida HVAC Upgrade Projects
Jonathan Clay – Project Manager & Principal in Charge
Ernest Mendoza – Project Superintendent
“From the day Tony arrived, he demonstrated outstanding managerial and
leadership skills. He quickly organized the local labor force and optimized his
materials and equipment delivery. He exhibits a drive and team spirit that sets
an example for senior managers here and he acts as if he instinctively knows
what needs to be done and how to do it. He exemplifies lots of good old
fashioned integrity. Tony has been a key player in making things happen timely
and professionally. The Blue River Group is well represented by Tony Watson.”
Rickard Beckum
Senior Switch Technician
Sprint Nextel
Memphis HVAC Upgrade
Larry Leroux – Project Manager & Principal in Charge
Tony Watson – Project Superintendent
“The mutual respect that has evolved among the architects from F. J Clark.,
Inc., members of your staff and members of our staff has made this project
extremely enjoyable to work on. While we recognize that ours is primarily a
business relationship, the excellent working relationship has allowed a sense of
friendship to pervade all interactions among these three entities. For that
reason and others, I truly look forward to my site visits each day.”
Doug Eza
Assistant Superintendent
Oconee County School System
North Oconee High School
Bob Feinstein – Principal in Charge
“This is to let you know how much Gwinnett County Public Schools appreciates the
cooperation your team has demonstrated to our employees, the school staff and
our other contractors working on site…This team has been very responsive to the
school staff during renovation throughout the summer. I cannot close without
adding that the building looked better than any I’ve seen on the first day of
school."
Bill Sowers
Construction Coordinator
Gwinnett County Public Schools
Meadowcreek High School
Additions & Renovations
Bob Feinstein – Principal in Charge
“Thanks for the heads up. I was aware of some of the items causing creep
although I was not aware of the price involved…I appreciate your keeping me on
top of this and watching the budget. This is what a good firm does and I think
you guys are good.”
Robert D. Flanigan, Jr.
Vice President of Finance
Spelman College
Packard Hall Renovation
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge
Jonathan Clay – Project Executive
“Congratulations…You must be one of the first Contractors to be so close to the
stated cost for a GMP within such a short period."
Delilah Wynn Brown
Principal
Clement & Wynn Program Management
GA Tech Houston Building Renovation
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge
Jonathan Clay – Project Executive
“I unequivocally recommend Mr. Clay to anyone involved in the management or
construction of a project, from small to large. Mr. Clay will do an excellent
job and you will find that he is very articulate, honest and straightforward.”
Robert D. Flanigan, Jr.
Spelman College
Vice President of Finance and Treasurer
Cosby Academic Center Repairs
Jonathan C. Clay – Construction Manager
“Construction remained ahead of schedule and on budget without any decline in
that quality of work. Everyone involved in the project maintained an
enthusiastic attitude, and the work crews quickly became members of the Berry
community and a pleasure to work with."
Dr. Scott Colley
President
Berry College
Berry College Math & Science Building
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge
Jonathan Clay - Senior Project Manager
“The noteworthy achievements to date as we pass the “two-thirds point of
completion” include being approximately two months ahead of schedule; a very
minimum number of change orders; an outstanding safety record with no serious
accidents; and no serious complaints from sub-contractors.
The professionalism of the …project management staff, including …project
manager, Jonathan Clay…has been exemplary. I have not worked with a more capable
staff in my years of experience.
Thanks for your efforts.”
Joseph L. Walton
Vice President for Finance
Berry College
Berry College Science Building
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge
Jonathan Clay – Senior Project Manager
"Glad to have you on site for our new dorm. After seeing you complete the
science building on time, wouldn't want anyone else on this project with this
schedule. Have complete confidence in your abilities and am impressed at this
point in time. "
Mark Hopkins
Director of Construction
Berry College
Berry College Residence Hall
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge
Jonathan Clay – Project Executive
“I can honestly say that your people did a tremendous job putting this all
together, finishing on time and on budget! They were great people to work with
and the best team with whom I have been involved through our many projects.”
Homer C. Rice
Executive Assistant to the President and Director of Athletics
Georgia Institute of Technology
Homer Rice Center for Sports Excellence
Bob Feinstein – Project Executive
“Dealing with condominium buyers may be the most difficult job in any type of
development, but Ernest made it seem easy. I can accurately say that we would
have lost several sales if Ernest had not been there to both oversee the
subcontractors and to reassure the homeowners that everything would be alright.
Based on the way he drove them, I doubt if the subs feel the same about him, but
I got more homeowner compliments about Ernest than anyone I have ever been
around."
Pat O’Donnell
Vice President
Ultima Holdings, LLC
The Wiltshire Condominium
Ernest Mendoza, Project Superintendent
“We cannot say enough about the cooperation of Larry Leroux (and) Jonathan
Clay…They worked with us patiently as we brought donors, prospective performers,
friends, etc. to see the construction. At the same time the work progressed in a
timely manner and with adherence to standards.”
Dr. Richard Koehler
Executive Director
Rialto Center for the Performing Arts
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
Jonathan Clay – Project Manager
“I have worked with a lot of different kinds of people in my 20 years of
producing events and entertainment, but one of the great professional and
personal pleasures of my working life has been my dealings with the people who
build your buildings.”
Ms. Gail O’Donnell
Georgia State University
Rialto Center for the Performing Arts
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
Jonathan Clay – Project Manager
“Your attention to detail, client-centered focus and dedication have contributed
significantly to an outstanding and very constructible design.”
“Your efforts, in conjunction with other members of the value engineering team,
resulted in savings in excess of $825,000. These savings, achieved without
compromising any of the key features, or design integrity of the building, were
instrumental in gaining the approval of the City Commission for construction of
the facility.”
Rex M. Holmlin, P.E.
Construction Manager
Public Works & Engineering
City of Kissimmee
Kissimmee City Hall
Bob Feinstein – Principal in Charge
"When I think back on this project, foremost in my mind is the wonderful "team
attitude" that your people displayed so often, and the superior quality of
workmanship that you were able to obtain from your subcontractors."
Mr. John P. Hicks
Vice President of Development
McKibbon Hotel Group, Inc.
Marriott Courtyard Downtown Chattanooga
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge
"Thank you for the great job your company did completing the Courtyard by
Marriott in Downtown Chattanooga. After opening 32 hotels, I can honestly say I
have not had a construction company that responded as well as ours to the needs
of the operations group."
Stormy R. McNeil
Director of Operations Support
McKibbon Hotel Management
Marriott Courtyard Downtown Chattanooga
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge
“Congratulations on the wonderful renovation of Phipps Plaza. This project has
given new life to the mall and will have a positive impact on the economy of our
city.”
Maynard Jackson
Mayor
City of Atlanta
Phipps Plaza Renovation
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
“I am writing to thank you for all that you and your associates did to deliver
such a terrific job at Phipps. Needless to say it was a tough project for all of
us but the results are something we can truly be proud of. I am certain that
Phipps will receive its share of industry awards. If so, we will see that your
firm receives the appropriate professional credit.”
Phillip E. Stephens
President
Compass Retail, Inc.
Phipps Plaza Renovation
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
“Phipps Plaza was one of the most difficult and stressful renovations ever
accomplished by Compass Retail and Equitable Real Estate. Your project staff
handled all of our problems, or opportunities, in a professional and timely
manner. Mike Fori and Lari Leroux are to be commended.”
Jeffrey R. Jones
Vice President of Development
Compass Retail, Inc.
Phipps Plaza Renovation
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
“Recently I received the brochure describing Phipps Plaza. I have often been to
Phipps Plaza on many occasions, and each time I continue to see new examples of,
and be impressed by, the quality of your work.
Architecture is art, and the builder is an integral part of turning ideas into
reality.”
Scott W. Braley, AIA
Vice President
Heery International, Inc.
Phipps Plaza Renovation
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
“The quality of construction and attention to owner requests was very
professional. Winter’s project personnel showed a personal commitment to getting
the job done. We sincerely thank you for a project that we can be proud of for
many years.”
John C. Parapetti, Vice President
Development Group
Urban Retail Properties Co.
Volusia Mall Renovations
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
“I have been in this business some twenty years and have not often written a
letter to a general contractor congratulating him for a job well done. You are
to be commended for the attention paid to detail and pride in workmanship.”
Charlie Day
Vice President, Construction
Dusco Property Management, Inc.
Northgate Mall Renovation
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
"Like most projects, we had an aggressive schedule and a tight budget. Unlike so
many projects in this industry, Winter was able to deliver our project ahead of
schedule and under our budget. Even more impressive was the commitment to
quality, as evidenced by a nearly nonexistent punch list at project completion."
Mr. Marc Hayward, Development Manager and
Mr. Bruce J. Wittschiebe, Vice President-Development
Cousins Real Estate Corporation
Crawford Long Hospital redevelopment
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge Phase 1
Bob Feinstein – Principal in Charge Phase 2
“Job very well done. This is the first project I have been involved with that
was without any punchlist items, not to mention the short time frame in which
the project was completed.”
Kevin
Rottinghaus
Sprint Telecommunications
Larry Leroux – Principal in Charge
“The coordination, cooperation, and problem solving efforts of your staff have
been above average and are to be commended. Several situations have presented
themselves that could have caused the owner undue duress had we not been able to
rely on the cooperation and professionalism of your team. While on the subject,
your commitment to quality and the development of the MFBE program are greatly
appreciated. You have shown that quality and schedule can be maintained while
exceeding the goals of the MFBE guidelines.”
Jim Goetz
Deputy Program Director
Atlanta Hartsfield Construction Managers
Hartsfield Improvements Program
Larry Leroux – Project Superintendent
