Spring College Intern Program Starts In March 2010

Meyer Contracting is trying something new in developing two new areas of business. In March, two Marist seniors will assist us in developing and launching Aging in Place and Clinton Property Management. Our goal is to launch both these programs in May 2010. We are excited to be able to utilize the efforts of these interns and give them the opportunity to gain some real hands-on business experience. We believe that giving students a chance to grow, be challenged to think outside-the-box and develop experience fits within our “Championship Culture”. Here is a brief bio on our two interns:

Heading up Clinton Property Management is Kelly Motley; a California native majoring in business administration. She is bright, quick, and a Dean’s list student who wants to develop more business experience having recently studied abroad in Italy. She will begin with Meyer Contracting after Spring break and the participation in an Ethics debate being held in Ohio. Our goal is for Kelly to apply her skills in organization and communication while also being stretched in the practical application of her business “textbook” knowledge.

Kristen Kapral, a local New Yorker, is up for the challenge in helping us launch Aging in Place. Coming from a family of contractors, she can identify with this project as her family recently renovated their grandparent’s home; ensuring a safe and longer stay in their home. This intelligent and talented student is pursuing her degree in Business Administration & Marketing. We anticipate this project will keep her challenged as she tackles a program that will affect 1/3 of our population.

Stay tuned for updates on the progress of our interns and these two new areas of business. If you are interested in approaching these interns to see if they might be interested in a job upon graduation, please give Katrina a call in our office.

Elna Magnetics - "Not the stereotypical contractor experience"

Project Name & Location: Elna Magnetics, Saugerities, NY

Project Description:
The project is a pre-engineered metal building with 20,000 square feet of one-story manufacturing and warehouse space, a 1500 square foot loading dock, 8000 square feet of office space on two levels and an 1100 square foot break room.

This facility is one of the first to be constructed under the Ulster County Industrial Development Agency. UCIDA is authorized to issue taxable and tax-exempt industrial development revenue bonds for qualified projects. Qualified projects include commercial, industrial, manufacturing, tourism and certain types of projects for not-for-profit corporations. The financing for qualified projects is provided with the proceeds of the sale of bonds by UCIDA. The bonds are purchased by banks, investment bankers, insurance companies and other financial institutions selected by the benefited company. The lease or purchase payments equal the debt service payments due on the bonds. This structure enables the benefited company to realize significant exemptions from certain New York State taxes. This structure also provides substantially the same security to the financial institution purchasing the bonds as in a conventional financing.

Project Highlights:
During the pre-construction design phase, Meyer Contracting provided extensive value engineering and redesign all of which resulted in substantial savings for the Owner

- Foundation re-design
- HVAC system re-design
- Site work re-design
- Mezzanine structural steel to provide bar joists and electric fixtures
allowing for HVAC cost reduction and ease of installation
- Value engineering was able to save $ 300,000 on project costs

Some of the special features of this facility in the building include a three-phase 480 volt electric system to allow for lower amperage and flexibility and versatility in machinery; rigid electric conduit throughout the manufacturing area as a safety precaution, a state-of-the-art bus duct system for the manufacturing area, high efficiency lighting throughout, provision for a future generator connection, full sprinkler system with back-up pump, water filtering pits for reuse of water for machinery, a stainless steel cable stair rail system to the second floor office areas, a truck loading dock with mechanized dock leveler, double insulated low E glass windows, an elevator and a glass viewing area from the offices to the manufacturing area. The site features flow-through planting beds, which filter out solids entering from the roof drain system so they do not enter the storm sewer system.

"Team" Roster:
The project was successful because of the "team building" approach, starting with design and value engineering and which continued throughout the project with input from:

•Architect, Scott Dutton Associates

•Owner’s representative for Elna Magnetics, Joe Ferraro
•Veith Electric
•DiLemme and Sons, Inc.
•JP Masonry
•Liberty Iron Works
•International Contractors
•Steel Solutions NY, Inc.
•Dutchess Overhead Doors
•Rondout Plate and Mirror
•AP Window Caulking
•DiBernardo Tile Co.
•JPH Painting
•Schindler Elevator
•Ashley Mechanical
•Albany Fire Protection

Thanks to everyone for pulling together as a team and making this such a successful build.

Project Owner: Joe Ferraro, Elna Magnetics
“We were pleased that we did not have the stereotypical contractor experience with Meyer Contracting with our building project. Their professional and customer driven approach was wonderful to work with. Our choosing to use Meyer Contracting was based upon their ability value engineer and problem solve and they exceeded our expectations.”

Architect: Scott Dutton - http://www.sda-architects.com/

Project Value: $ 3.8 Million

Construction Dates:
This project was begun in March 2009 and the Owner took occupancy of the manufacturing and warehouse October 15, 2009 and the office area December 1, 2009, all right on schedule.

Team Building

Are you considering building? Most owners of projects start the building process by hiring an architect to design a project and then finding several contractors to bid the job. This is the “traditional” approach. We propose “Team Building,” where the owner and the builder discuss the project and an architect that is best suited for the project is chosen. With almost 900 various and diverse projects competed, Meyer Contracting can recommend several architects for an owner to consider. At this point, a “partnership” is formed where ALL “team players” work together to design and build a building that not only meets the needs of the owner, but since everyone has been working on the project from the start and a positive experience is had by all. Some of the benefits of “Team Building” are:
• Accurate Budgeting - most “traditional” projects go over budget
• Reduced Design Costs - Regular reviews by the contractor during the design process means that the plans have fewer issues
• Reduced Building Time - With the contractor and architect working together on the project from the start, guess work and lost details are a thing of the past
So... get your project off on the right foot and contact us today to schedule a no obligation, no pressure consultation to discuss your project and begin your positive building experience.

Meyer Contracting enters a NEW marketing era

In August, Meyer Contracting welcomed Jonathan Meyer to our team as Director of Sales, Marketing and Development. Jonathan has an extensive background in sales and marketing in the private sector. Jonathan also has great entrepreneurial skills. Jonathan was President of Dutchess County Mortgage Company for 3 years. Jonathan has been involved with Meyer Contracting several times over the past three decades. In this current position, Jonathan brings a fresh perspective to Meyer Contracting. He is energetic, hard working, honest and steadfast in his belief that Meyer Contracting is one of the best General Contractors in the Hudson Valley. Jonathan’s goal is to continue to help Meyer grow especially in the private sector. His expertise in technology: computers, web design and function has been invaluable to Meyer and our staff. Check out our remodeled web site to see for yourself.
Jonathan is helping to promote and grow First Site Development, Inc. (Meyer’s site-work division) and Clinton Property Management LLC (Meyer’s affiliate property management company).
Jonathan resides in Clinton Corners with his wife, Christina, and their two boys Ryan (11) and Luke (8). He enjoys outdoor sports, boating and spending time with family and friends. He gives back to the community by volunteering, helping others in need and church affiliated programs.
Jonathan lives and exudes the Championship Culture that Meyer Contracting has been implementing and working on for the past year
We are lucky to have him and wish him well. You can contact him @ jmeyer@meyercontracting.com