GILBERT, ARIZONA (March 13, 2024) – Hunter Contracting Co. (Hunter) is pleased to share the news of Andrew Perkins’ promotion to the role of Project Sponsor within the Water and Wastewater Group.

Having spent the past year as a Senior Project Manager at Hunter, Perkins will now oversee the day-to-day operations, vision, and profitability of this business unit.

Perkins, with a professional journey spanning more than three decades, initially entered the workforce in the masonry industry, contributing to his family business during the late 1980s. He served in the U.S. Navy Seabees and later attended Thomas Edison State University in Trenton, New Jersey, in conjunction with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, gaining experience as a builder and technical engineer.

His extensive background includes diverse large-scale construction projects such as roadway, underground utility, aviation, and tunnel construction. With a specialization in the water and wastewater industry at both local and regional levels, Perkins brings a wealth of experience to his new role.

“Andrew is a valuable addition to our team. His commitment, expertise, and passion for the work position us to tackle more significant challenges and provide excellent customer service to our clients,” said Hunter President Chuck English.

Known for his adeptness in managing complex projects, Perkins leverages his construction management background and years of field leadership. His collaborative approach extends to working closely with clients, industry partners, project teams, and colleagues to ensure timely project delivery.

Originally from Florence, Oregon, and raised in Glendale, Arizona, Perkins holds a degree in technical engineering from Thomas Edison State University, complemented by additional training with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

He is an active member of the Construction Management Association of America and the Arizona Water Association, and he participates in organizations like the American Legion and the Loyal Order of Moose.

Outside of work, Perkins enjoys quality time with his family, engaging in activities such as working on vintage cars and motorcycles, fly-fishing, cooking, and traveling.

PHOENIX, ARIZ.  (March 13, 2024) – Coreslab Structures Arizona recently topped out on the Desert Diamond Casino West total precast parking garage near Waddell, Arizona, with the Hunt Penta Joint Venture Team.

The-five level/story garage contains 2,163 parking stalls and 1,516 precast concrete pieces. That represents 11,231 cubic yards of concrete weighing approximately 45.485 million pounds and supporting 600,000 square feet over four elevated decks.

Originally the project was slated to be completed in 90 days, but Coreslab utilized additional resources to accelerate the schedule. The project was completed in 47 days with four rain days.

The topping out was held on the same day as the Trades Appreciation luncheon provided by the Tohono O’odham Nation for all trades on site. Carla Johnson, Vice Chairwoman of the Nation, grew up knowing the Coreslab name. Her father, Terry Johnson, was a long-time Coreslab employee.

“That is from whom she obviously adopted a strong work ethic,” said Coreslab Sales Manager Phil Richardson, S.E. “We made her aware of our presence on the site when the Coreslab banner flanked across the last double-tee that was lifted in place.”

Joining Coreslab and general contractor Hunt Penta Joint Venture Team on the project are architect JCJ Architecture and structural engineer Reigstad Engineering.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA (March 12, 2024) – NAI Horizon professionals recently sold two Valley office buildings, one in Phoenix and one in Scottsdale, the deals fetching a total of $1.15 million.

Sales Transactions:

Jay Mininberg negotiated the sale of a 3,525-square-foot medical building for $790,000, representing the seller, Continuum CFG, LLC. The property is located at 3710 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ. Dawn Rajda with Coldwell Banker Realty represented the buyer, Abrio Investment Group, LLC.

Laurel Lewis, SIOR, and Dylan Whitwer negotiated the sale of a 1,377 SF office for $360,000 representing the seller, August Building Company, LLC. The property is located at 10031, E. Dynamite Blvd., Suite 135, Scottsdale, AZ. The buyer, Westroc Holding, LLC, was represented by Dylan Scott with Kidder Matthews.

Lease Transactions:

In coordination with Rick Page, NAI Puget Sound Properties, Laurel Lewis, SIOR, and Kevin Higgins represented the tenant, Tufts University School of Medicine, in a 128-month office lease for 22,910 SF at 800 5^th Ave., Seattle, WA. The landlord, BPP 800 Fifth Property Owner, LLC, was represented CBRE, Seattle.

Isy Sonabend and Drew Eisen represented the tenant, Steelcase Inc., in a 62-month industrial lease for 211,360 SF at 5101 N. Cotton Lane, Glendale, AZ. The landlord, First Industrial Trust, was represented by Riley Gilbert with JLL.

Isy Sonabend and Drew Eisen represented the tenant, AERZEN Rental USA, LLC, in a 60-month industrial lease for 15,000 SF at 2940 W. Osborn Road, Phoenix, AZ. The landlord, Harry Ross Industries, was represented by Pat Takash with PT Property Services.

Mark Wilcke and Larson Wilcke represented the tenant GC Door & Trim, LLC, in a 60-month industrial lease for 13,079 SF at 2100 S. Douglas Drive, Chandler, AZ. The landlord, Hansen Commercial Investments, was represented by Aron Brow & Stephanie Lanman with Leading Edge Real Estate.

Jeff Adams represented the tenant, Alpha Insulation & Water Proofing, Inc., in a 50- month industrial lease for 14,290 SF at 2810 S. Roosevelt St., Tempe, AZ. The landlord, TMP I, LLC was represented by Matt Frederick & Matt McDougall, Principals,  with Lee & Associated of Arizona.

Lane Neville and Cole Neville represented the landlord, CPLP 2944 N 44^th, LLC, in a 65-month office lease for 4,225 SF at 2944 N. 44^th St., Phoenix, AZ. The tenant, Lee Engineering, LLC was represented by Kyle York with Colliers.

Thomas Bean, CCIM, represented the tenant, Pathways of Arizona, LLC, in a 38-month office lease renewal for 10,201 SF at 3295 W. Ina Road, Tucson, AZ. The landlord, Ina Executive Center, LLC was self-represented.

Jeff Adams represented the tenant, BIG CITY INSULATION, INC, in a 45-month industrial lease for 7,238 SF at 221 East Willis Road, Chandler, AZ. The landlord, Phoenix Willis Investors, LLC, was represented by Kurt Saulnier & Matt Frederick with Lee & Associates of Arizona. (Matt Gregory was the original referrer).

Jeffrey Garza Walker and Scott Soelter represented the landlord, Liberty Irvington, LLC, in a 64-month office lease for 1,824 SF at 315 W. Irvington Road, Tucson, AZ. The tenant, Phillips Law Group was self-represented.

Matt Harper, CCIM, represented the tenant, DMND KUTZ, LLC, in a 64-month retail lease for 1,497 SF at 8343 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson, AZ. The landlord, Mikeno Holdings, LLC, was represented by Linda Chipman with J & L Exclusive Homes & Properties, Inc.

Matt Harper, CCIM, represented the tenant, Sandy Burke, in a 38-month retail lease for 998 SF at 11001 N. 99^th Ave., Peoria, AZ. The landlord, Grand Center Plaza, LLC, was represented by Hani Aldulaimi with Keller Williams Realty East Valley. 

Joe Pequeno and Troy Giammarco represented the landlord, Initech Holdings, LLC, in a 25-month lease office building for 1,148 SF at 1480 E. Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ. The tenant, Maricopa Reporting, Inc. was represented by Criag Trbovich with Commercial Properties, Inc.

Matt Harper, CCIM, represented the landlord, MAZ Northern Plaza, LLC in a 37-month retail lease for 1,000 SF at 5008 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ. The tenant, Klubhouze, was self-represented.

Matt Harper, CCIM, represented the landlord, 1241 E. Broadway Plaza, LLC, in a 12- month retail lease for 720 SF at 1241 E. Broadway, Mesa, AZ. The tenant, AngelicBleu, LLC was self -represented.

PHOTO: 3710 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ