KBD Group Launch New Website

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Introducing the New KBD GROUP Website

We’re excited to finally reveal our new and improved website. We redesigned our website to bring you a better experience through our new sharp interface and faster performance.  With this update, our hope is to make it easier for users to navigate and find the information they’re looking for.  Simplicity and efficiency is our target goal. Please explore our new website and check back frequently for updates.

New Website Features:

In-House Creativity

The new website was designed and developed in-house by KBD Group Marketing Team

Thalia Trejo (Marketing Coordinator), Kevin Johnson (Marketing Supervisor), Emeshia Dent (Design Support Specialist), Nao Onishi (New Jersey Marketing Coordinator)

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Bona Allen was Moderator for the “Talking Digital Finance” Panel Discussion

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Bona Allen selected to moderate the

"Talking Digital Finance" panel discussion

KBD Group Bona Allen, Senior Vice President and CFO, was selected as moderator for the “Talking Digital Finance,” panel discussion.

The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and Business Process Management Group presented “Talking Digital Finance”, a panel discussion with CFO’s from Comcast, Equifax and First Data on September 10, 2019 at the First Data Corporation HQ in Atlanta.

Bona Allen (Moderator), Christine Santos (Comcast), Nigel Andre (First Data), Judy Romano (Equifax International) and Raj Verma (Host/Organizer) prepare for the “Talking Digital Finance” Panel Discussion.

Building Tire Manufacturing Plants

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Building Tire Manufacturing Plants

Building Tire Manufacturing Facilities

Many of us know that tires play a major role in driving the US economy.   According to the Statistic Portal, in 2018, there were about 227.5 million licensed drivers in the United States, and tire sales are showing no signs of slowing down with a 5.9% increase since 2016.

KBD Group is proud to play a great role in helping the economy by providing design/build services for major tire companies around the United States. Over the past 10 years, KBD has built more than 15 million square feet of automotive-related manufacturing facilities, totaling $589+ million in investment. Of these projects, KBD has designed or constructed 17 tire manufacturing facilities totaling over 9 million square feet.

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KBD’s Jim Goodwin, Vice President, and Regional Operations Manager are considered an expert in the planning, design, and construction of tire manufacturing plants and is sought after by leaders in the industry.   Goodwin has been heavily involved with the execution and construction of many tire projects since 2008.   This experience allows him to fully understand the evolution of the tire manufacturing market. According to Goodwin, “We are seeing an increase in tire manufacturers wanting to expand or build a new tire plant.”   He continues, “With the rise of technology, clients are adding more automation and upgrades to modify their processing equipment.   This is causing a change in the way we construct the building structure and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure.   Because of this understanding, we have become more efficient in the execution of building tire plants.”

Goodwin explains the effect of this increase on KBD:

“Having been a part of multiple tire plant projects over the years, we have learned how to improve the process and become more efficient.   We then apply this knowledge to our next planning process, and this greatly helps improve the way we complete the projects, and get plants operational in an expedited and smooth process.”

Additionally, Goodwin shares his insight regarding the company’s success with Expansion Projects:
“With expansion work, we learned to plan and seek-out critical details early in the design process.   Seeking out these details allows us to identify issues which may cause a delay in the rest of the project if not dealt with early in the process.   Inexperienced teams may see this as work to be coordinated in the field, but this mindset leads to complication and delays in the process.”

As tire manufacturers continue to expand in an effort to meet the demands of their customers and continued innovations in technology, KBD stands ready to help by providing the highest quality service to clients so they may maximize their business goals.   Having provided design/build services for major tire manufacturers across the United States, KBD is proud to consider themselves tire manufacturing experts.

Please contact us to learn how we can help build your next project.

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The Power of BIM

As technology evolves, specifically relating to computing power and both augmented and virtual reality, the utilization of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology has grown tremendously, especially in recent years.

International Manufacturing Returns to the United States

International Manufacturing is returning to the United States, and jobs are increasing despite the debate over tariffs and trade deficit. According to The Wall Street Journal, for the first time since 2008, the United States is once again the world’s most competitive economy.

Employee Spotlight: John Evans

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: JOHN EVANS

“I always liked building and putting things together” – John Evans

John Evans

With over 30 years of construction experience, KBD Group is fortunate to have John Evans as a member of our team. He began his career with KBD Group in November 1993. As Regional Manager at our Chicago office, Mr. Evans is responsible for handling all major aspects of the project. His day-to-day tasks include supervising project activities from design development through pre-construction services to construction, and closeout of the project. Mr. Evans is vital to upholding our mission by serving as the direct liaison between KBD Group and the Owner.

INTERVIEW WITH JOHN:

Q: Why did you choose your profession?

A: I always liked building and putting things together (I think my first building project involved Lincoln logs). I was told I was good at math and should choose engineering or accounting as a field of study. I studied drafting in high school and decided to study architecture in college. But upon starting my studies, I quickly realized my preference to build the project rather than design it. Fortunately, the school I was attending featured, at the time, the #1 ranked Construction Engineering (ConE) curriculum in the country. So it was an easy decision to switch from architecture to ConE. With that switch, I never looked back.

 

Q: What do you like most about KBD Group?

A: KBD Group’s commitment to providing a quality product and service to our clients at a fair price, and willingness to stand behind our completed projects, and flexibility they allow to use to accomplish this objective.

 

What is your proudest moment at KBD Group?

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A: KBD Group is currently starting a project for a charitable organization called Feed My Starving Children (FMSC). FMSC goal is to help address world hunger, particularly focused on children in third world countries. I personally volunteer at the local location, and KBD Group approved our effort to pursue their new facility at a fee structure well below our normally acceptable fee. KBD Group was selected to construct both the shell building and then the required interior improvements. Every dollar that we help save FSCM goes directly to helping children. Having the support of KBD Group’s Senior Management, to reduce our costs and develop a strong plan for FMSC, makes me extremely proud to be employed by a firm that recognizes we are here to accomplish more than just make a profit, but also to make people’s lives better.


Q: What do you like most about KBD Group?

A: I’ve always felt I have been a respected member of the Kajima family. Not all of the endeavors we have been through are book worthy, but KBD Group has always stood with me and we finished what we started, no matter how hard it may have seemed at the time.

 

Q: What do you find the most challenging at KBD Group?

A: Filling out a timesheet (half joking). Allocating appropriate time to complete various tasks that come across my desk daily, from completing estimates/proposals, pursuing opportunities, or managing projects and staff.

 

 

Q: What advice would you give to recent new hires?

A: Ask questions, learn, and absorb as much as you can. There are plenty of fellow staff members that can teach you something you don’t already know and are willing to share their knowledge and experiences. Always be willing to learn and assist. The opportunities are there to grow and improve. KBD Group will always support you so never quit learning.

 

 

Q: What’s something we may not know about you outside work?

A: I am an over the top fan of Iowa State athletics. Given our lack of success on the field, I must be part insane or part delusional. I will leave it up to you to decide which.

John Evans, Vice President/Business Unit Leader, Warehouse Distribution North

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Employee Spotlight – Randy Rose

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

RANDY ROSE

“I am a builder, always have been.” – Randy Rose

At KBD Group, we recognize that having great employees helps us build great projects for our target markets, and we proudly celebrate selected employees during the release of each KBD newsletter. In this edition, we want to shine our spotlight on Senior Project Manager, Randy Rose, who specializes in managing manufacturing projects.

At KBD Group, we recognize that having great employees helps us build great projects for our target markets, and we proudly celebrate selected employees during the release of each KBD newsletter. In this edition, we want to shine our spotlight on Senior Project Manager, Randy Rose, who specializes in managing manufacturing projects.

INTERVIEW WITH RANDY

Q: What is your job and responsibilities?

A: I am and have always been a Senior Project Manager at Kajima. My duties over the years have included first contact sales efforts, estimating support, design support, and job cost accounting. I have worked projects from the initial client contact to the final turn over. My duties include working with the design team through development, working with local and state officials for permitting, working with utility companies, selection of subcontractors, penning and finalizing contracts and subcontracts. I take the responsibility of fostering good relationships with the local community and having the great opportunity of being a mentor to our younger team members to promote our industry and company goals and values.

Q: What is your job and responsibilities?

A: The greater extent of my experience has been in the manufacturing area with my early years in the printing industry. Later on, I was in auto plants, steel mills, and other manufacturing facilities to include film and laminating manufacturing, food and beverage, wire manufacturing, tire plants, and aircraft manufacturing. I have constructed glass plants, both fiber and plate, and have been involved in munitions and military facilities as well. I have worked mostly in the private corporate sector, but have had some experience in the government sector.

Q: Why did you choose this profession?

A: My father was in this business, and since he has always been my idol in my life, it was just a natural selection for me. I have never had second thoughts of my career choice.

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Process Design and Construction

KBD Group consistently delivers functional, cost effective and flexible solutions for our clients and industry partners. KBD Group’s process design team provides Owners with a space strategy that supports present and future plans.