Spotlight: An Interview with JR Howell, Senior Superintendent at Crain Construction
JR Howell was born and raised just 40 minutes from downtown Nashville, but his neighborhood wasn’t packed with houses. In fact, to this day, it remains a peaceful oasis resting on 5,000 acres. JR had the unique experience of growing up inside Montgomery Bell State Park, a vacation destination for thousands of people. His dad […]
5 Timeless Construction Principles We’ve Used Over the Past 90 Years
2023 is an exciting year for our team at Crain as we celebrate our 90th year as a commercial construction firm in Nashville. Over the decades, the Crain name has been known for a commitment to quality, integrity, and doing business in a way that puts relationships first. While our focus has shifted from building […]
Executive Spotlight: An Interview with Jim Pedigo, CFO at Crain Construction
As the CFO of Crain Construction, Jim Pedigo was initially hired in 1985 by Lewis Rankin, former CEO of Crain Construction, to replace Crain’s bookkeeper at the time. Taking the position at Crain is a decision that Jim looks back on as one of the best he’s ever made. “Crain is a great place to […]
9 Memorable Projects and Moments from 2022
2022 was a memorable and momentous year for our team at Crain Construction. While there have been noteworthy milestones in our company’s history, we can honestly say that this year has been one of the best. As we look toward 2023 and our 90th anniversary, we are excited about the opportunities and potential for our […]
The Top 10 Crain Construction Articles & Insights from 2022
2022 marked our 89th year as a commercial contractor in Nashville. We’re proud of our roots here, and we also recognize the exciting opportunities created by Nashville’s growth in recent years. The need for quality craftsmanship, relationships built around honesty and integrity, and a commitment to serve have never been more important in our industry. […]
How “Doing the Right Thing” Impacts Our Construction Projects
Our mission is to build relationships and structures that last a lifetime. We believe the only way that’s possible is to approach our work with integrity, honesty, and responsibility. These values are more than just statements written on a wall or in an employee handbook. Our values inform the way we approach every project — […]
Spotlight: An Interview with James Williams, Senior Project Manager
An integral part of the Crain Construction team, James Williams serves as Senior Project Manager and is on the cusp of celebrating 15 years with the company. That much experience brings with it a lot of responsibility, which is why the company tapped James to lead the Hilton hotel project at Nashville International Airport. The […]
Executive Spotlight: An Interview with Frank Wilk, Vice President of Operations at Crain Construction
Like many people who work in construction, Frank Wilk isn’t content to simply sit on the sidelines. Instead, he wants to be in the middle of the action, using his formidable training and skills to build something new. A part of the Crain team since 1996, Frank now serves as Vice President of Operations, a […]
Executive Spotlight: An Interview with Mike Gribble, Vice President of Operations at Crain Construction
We’ve all heard the question: “Do you see the glass half empty or half full?” Mike Gribble would probably say he’s just happy to have the glass. As Vice President of Operations at Crain Construction, Mike’s unique perspective serves him well in an ever-changing industry and makes him an integral part of the leadership team. […]
Executive Spotlight: An Interview with Mark Rankin, Executive Vice President of Crain Construction
Mark Rankin has always been a visionary. For as long as he can remember, art has been an important part of his life. Growing up, Mark took art lessons to hone his skill and the lessons paid off. He graduated from Lipscomb University with a Graphics Art major and went on to fall in love […]
