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Hazel Technologies
345 N Morgan
Latin School of Chicago
609 W Randolph
Mt. Greenwood Elementary School
TrueBlue
1100 W Fulton
Greater Chicago Food Depository Expansion
Hyatt House Hotel
US Cellular Field Suites
Perspectives Charter School Field & Courts
Mondelèz International
Sarah’s Circle Supportive Housing Facility
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THE MART
Perspectives Charter School
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Hamilton County Courthouse Renovations
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CVS Caremark Manufacturing and Distribution
Esperanza Health Center
3500 Lacey
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Breakthrough FamilyPlex
First Tee-Waveland Park
WBEZ
LinkedIn
Salud Center
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IU Health Bloomington Regional Health Center
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Loyola University Chicago Flex Lab
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Harley Ellis Devereaux
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United Way
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Quarles & Brady
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Mead Johnson Nutrition
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Google
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Erie Family Health Center Waukegan
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American Society of Anesthesiologists
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Dentons
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Erie Family Health Center Evanston
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DeVry University
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Industry Insights

Bisnow: ‘I Think It Can Change Lives’: How Skender’s Lisa Latronico Is Building A Diverse Construction Workforce

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We proudly deliver exceptional work and do it with the utmost care for our teammates, partners, clients, neighborhoods and the environment. Meaningful change and positive impact have always been key to the Skender way. We recognize our responsibility and strive to build a legacy of integrity, make lasting contributions and forge valued relationships.

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Life at Skender

Construction students: we're coming to you! 🔴 @bradleyuniversity (9/28) ⭐ @lifeatpurdue (9/29) Stop by and talk with some of our experienced members of #TeamSkender!
Construction students: we're coming to you! 🔴 @bradleyuniversity (9/28) ⭐ @lifeatpurdue (9/29) Stop by and talk with some of our experienced members of #TeamSkender!
Our Chief People Officer Lisa Latronico and her team are breaking barriers and driving change in workplace diversity. From a small team to a $600M company, Skender’s incredible growth story is powered by a culture of connection and engagement. Lisa recently spoke with Bisnow about our inspiring initiatives. Read the article in our bio!
Our Chief People Officer Lisa Latronico and her team are breaking barriers and driving change in workplace diversity. From a small team to a $600M company, Skender’s incredible growth story is powered by a culture of connection and engagement. Lisa recently spoke with Bisnow about our inspiring initiatives. Read the article in our bio!
Landmarks Illinois announced this week that Maywood Supportive Living won the 2023 Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award. Congratulations to Celadon Partners, which led the preservation and revitalization of the long-vacant facility into 100 units of all-inclusive assisted living. This is the second Skender project to win the prestigious historic preservation award in five years. In 2018, the historic rehabilitation and office-to-residential conversion of Elgin Tower won the same honor. Watch a short documentary on the award-winning Maywood project in our bio.
Landmarks Illinois announced this week that Maywood Supportive Living won the 2023 Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award. Congratulations to Celadon Partners, which led the preservation and revitalization of the long-vacant facility into 100 units of all-inclusive assisted living. This is the second Skender project to win the prestigious historic preservation award in five years. In 2018, the historic rehabilitation and office-to-residential conversion of Elgin Tower won the same honor. Watch a short documentary on the award-winning Maywood project in our bio.
What an honor! Skender has been named one of the “Best Places to Work” by Crain’s Chicago Business for the sixth consecutive year. Of the 100 finalists, Skender ranked No. 4 in the large companies category and No. 13 overall. This is a title that we wear with humility and pride, but we only have this because of incredible employees. #TeamSkender is a place where you can be yourself, be creative, ask questions, and have fun, all while building the future.
What an honor! Skender has been named one of the “Best Places to Work” by Crain’s Chicago Business for the sixth consecutive year. Of the 100 finalists, Skender ranked No. 4 in the large companies category and No. 13 overall. This is a title that we wear with humility and pride, but we only have this because of incredible employees. #TeamSkender is a place where you can be yourself, be creative, ask questions, and have fun, all while building the future.

News/Media

Bisnow: ‘I Think It Can Change Lives’: How Skender’s Lisa Latronico Is Building A Diverse Construction Workforce

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Skender Named One of Chicago’s Best Places to Work by Crain’s

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Skender-built Maywood Supportive Living Wins 2023 Landmarks Illinois Award for Exceptional Preservation

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