In one of the most physically demanding industries, an alarming statistic has come to light. Construction workers are four times more likely to die by suicide than the national average, according to the CDC. Next week marks construction suicide prevention week, which aims to raise […]
Two Miron Construction Co., Inc. employees have been named Newsmakers of the Year by The Daily Reporter. The Daily Reporter annually recognizes people, companies, or organizations that led Wisconsin’s construction and design industry in a positive direction as Newsmakers of Year. Below are excerpts from each […]
The Menominee Indian School District officially opened its new $35 million, 110,00-square-foot high school on Wednesday. The open house offered a chance for community members to hear from district and tribal leaders and take self-guided tours to explore the new space that celebrates the Menominee […]
Life for working parents of Vinton-Shellsburg preschoolers will be a bit less stressful this fall thanks to the wrap-around care now provided by Creative Kids Childcare. The childcare center, located in the brand new Tiny Vikes Early Learning Center addition to Tilford Elementary School, will […]
“I am excited to stand here to celebrate this special moment in the history of Dane County,” said Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett. It was a moment that kicked off the construction of the most expensive project in Dane County history. The project will cost […]
Lion’s Tail Brewing Company is celebrating the launch of its limited “Pace Yourself” beer on Friday. The beer was crafted in celebration of the 33rd annual Community First Fox Cities Marathon. “Pace Yourself” will be available for purchase starting today at the Lion’s Tail Brewing […]
A tour of an active construction jobsite convinced Tara O’Toole of her career path. “I was hooked. I knew I wanted to be on a jobsite every day, not in the office,” said O’Toole, a project manager with Miron Construction. “I wanted to be able […]
While the majority of Miron Construction employees focus on constructing buildings and other projects, Maria Seitz dedicates herself to making sure they understand and take advantage on their benefits. Educating employees about their benefits is essential to Seitz’s role as a human resources manager at […]
Jill Didier did not set out to have a career in construction but through various roles and experiences, she has found it to be an ideal fit. Didier, the vice president of business development in Miron’s Milwaukee office, had a diverse background before joining Miron, […]
A health care project in California about 12 years ago put Karen Newhouse on the path she is on today. “I learned all about the lean philosophy and running lean projects,” said Newhouse, director of lean services with Miron Construction. “It set me on a […]