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Brad Whitaker has joined Robinson Construction as corporate safety director. In this role, Brad will oversee the development and implementation of our company-wide safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a culture of safety across all projects. He will lead initiatives to minimize risk, conduct training, and maintain a safe working environment for our employees, subcontractors, and clients. Brad is from Carbondale, Illinois and has 15 years’ experience as a safety professional in commercial, civil, and utility construction. He earned a B.S. in Business Administration from Mid-Continent University and holds the OSHA Authorized Construction Trainer designation. Prior to joining Robinson Construction, Brad worked for Quanta Services as a safety manager.

Last Friday, our supervisors took part in a CPR training session that went beyond the basics! They learned not only life-saving CPR but also essential first aid skills and other critical techniques to help keep everyone safe on the job and beyond.

At Robinson Construction, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s at the forefront of everything we do. Thanks to this training, our team is better prepared to respond to emergencies and protect the well-being of everyone around them.

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Joleta Ludwig has joined Robinson Construction as a recruiter. In this role, Joleta is responsible for searching for qualified candidates, assisting with onboarding, and overall support of the Human Resources Department. Joleta is from Jackson, Missouri and holds a B.S. in Human Environmental Studies from Southeast Missouri State University. She has over 20 years of experience in various customer service industries, such as bridal retail, banking, and travel. Prior to joining Robinson Construction, Joleta worked as a travel agent specializing in Destination Weddings and Honeymoons at 1st Class Travel in Cape Girardeau, MO.

PERRYVILLE, MO, November 14, 2024 - The Robinson Construction Charitable Fund proudly announces the distribution of $31,365 in grants to three vital community organizations serving the youth of Perry County and the surrounding region. This year’s beneficiaries—Perry County Community Task Force, Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri’s LifeHouse, and Lutheran Family & Children’s Services of Missouri—each received a grant of $10,455.

Funds for these grants were raised through Robinson Construction’s annual benefit golf tournament, Chip in for Charity, an event dedicated to raising funds and awareness for impactful local organizations. “We are deeply grateful for the enduring generosity of our trade and business partners, whose support allows us to make a greater impact each year,” said Paul Findlay, CEO of Robinson Companies. “It’s a privilege to work alongside such dedicated partners to support organizations that mean so much to our community.”

Robinson Construction invites community members and partners to join in next year’s Chip in for Charity tournament on Monday, September 29, 2025, to continue supporting these important causes.

PERRYVILLE, MO, October 30, 2024 - Robinson Construction Company of Perryville, Missouri today announced that it has again been named an Accredited Quality Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors. This is the 6th year Robinson Construction has earned the prestigious credential for its commitment to corporate responsibility. Only 525 of the nation’s elite merit shop construction contractors earned the credential in 2023.

Launched more than three decades ago, ABC’s AQC credential provides recognition to industry-leading construction firms that have documented their commitment in five areas:
• Quality
• Health and safety performance
• Talent management, including inclusion, diversity and merit
• Craft and management education
• Community relations

Emmie Blankenship has joined Robinson Construction as an assistant project manager. In this role, Emmie is responsible for assisting with essential project management tasks such as managing the project budget, approving invoices, updating project schedules, etc. She also assists the project engineer and project superintendent as requested to help in the overall administration and coordination of assigned projects. Emmie is from Sullivan, Missouri and attended Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis where she earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Emmie has project management experience in strategic planning, design, procurement, fabrication, pre-assembly, and construction on both domestic and international industrial projects. Prior to joining Robinson Construction, Emmie worked as an assistant project manager for Roeslein & Associates, Inc.

Ian Phillips has joined Robinson Construction as an assistant project manager. In this role, Ian is responsible for assisting with essential project management tasks such as managing the project budget, approving invoices, updating project schedules, etc. He also assists the project engineer and project superintendent as requested to help in the overall administration and coordination of assigned projects. Ian is from Cape Girardeau, Missouri and attended Southeast Missouri State University where he earned a B.S. in Construction Management, an A.A.S. in Construction Technology, and B.A.S. in Applied Technology with a minor in Architectural Design. Prior to joining Robinson Construction, Ian spent 5 years working in residential construction specializing in design-build project delivery.

Robinson had a great time hitting the greens at the Backstoppers Golf Tournament in Ste. Genevieve! We're honored to support the amazing work Backstoppers does for families of fallen first responders. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success - we're already looking forward to next year!

Robinson Construction had a fantastic time at the Mercy Health Foundation Southeast Golf Tournament last Friday. It was a great day of golf, fun, and supporting a wonderful cause. We're proud to have been part of such an important event and can't wait to go back next year!

PERRYVILLE, MO, September 10, 2024 - Robinson Construction Company is proud to announce that Dustin Hall, superintendent, has earned the prestigious Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).

With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, Dustin has consistently demonstrated his dedication to safety and leadership on the job site. The CHST certification is a significant achievement that recognizes individuals who demonstrate a strong understanding of construction safety protocols, regulations, and risk management practices. This certification further validates Dustin’s commitment to maintaining a safe working environment while overseeing major construction projects.

Dustin joined Robinson in 2017 and over the years, he has been an integral part of the company’s successful projects, including large-scale industrial installations and safety-critical construction tasks.

"Safety is paramount on every project, and Dustin's achievement of the CHST certification highlights his leadership and ongoing dedication to improving safety standards across our projects," said Nicholas Moore, corporate safety manager at Robinson Construction Company.

In addition to his CHST certification, Dustin holds various other safety qualifications, including Safety Trained Supervisor – Construction (STSC) certification, OSHA 30-hour training, and NCCCO Certified Crane Operator credentials.