Discussing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Part 2

By: Won Moc, Marketing Director
This is the second blog in Lewis’ Martin Luther King Junior Day series, which shares the perspectives and experiences of several Lewis employees in celebration of diversity, equity and inclusion. Earlier this week, we heard from Celina Yee and David Torres on their experience in the construction industry and what diversity, equity and inclusion mean… read more

Discussing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Part 1

By: Won Moc, Marketing Director
In celebration of Martin Luther King Junior Day, we will hear from several Lewis employees on their experience as black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) in the construction industry, what Martin Luther King Junior means to them and how they are taking time to celebrate this year.   WM: Throughout your time working in… read more

Giving Back: The Lewis 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report

by Bart Ricketts, Chief Executive Officer
As we move into an “unlike-any-other” type of holiday season, I find myself drawing positivity and inspiration from the community outreach, volunteerism and philanthropic support fueled by the compassion found within our Lewis Universe. I invite you to take a deep dive into the Lease Crutcher Lewis 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report. I am thrilled… read more

Employee Spotlight: Phil Kreiger, Superintendent

By: Brittany Woltering, Marketing Coordinator
If Phil won the lottery, he would spend his free time designing and building everything from his dream house to custom furniture. As a superintendent, he gets to fulfill his passion for building every day on the job. With a background in art, Phil brings a unique skill set to every job, visually communicating constructability… read more

Employee Spotlight: Tammara Beck

By: Matt Hays, Senior Proposals Manager
Tammara is a top-performing project manager who focuses on life science facilities. She joined Lewis in 2015 with a well-rounded background on the "owner" side at the Allen Institute and Amgen, with contracting experience and even a stint with architect Perkins+Will as well. She is team-oriented, technically proficient and focused – outstanding traits in life… read more

Employee Spotlight: Mariam Abarientos

By: Matt Hays, Senior Proposals Manager
Since joining Lewis in 1996, Mariam has grown from staff accountant to accounting supervisor and now accounting manager, responsible for general ledger, accounts receivable, and job cost. She is also a leader in Lean as co-chair of our Lean Committee, turning ideas into process improvements in her own department, and helping spread Lean improvements throughout… read more

Employee Spotlight: Tim Carpenter

By: Brittany Woltering, Marketing Coordinator
With more than 40 years of experience in the construction industry, our latest employee spotlight features someone who has had the unique opportunity to watch the industry grow and evolve throughout times of economic prosperity as well as hardship. Tim Carpenter, a Portland native, has spent half of his career as a valued member of… read more

Employee Spotlight: Mike Levang

By: Matt Hays, Senior Proposals Manager
Mike Levang is one of the region's top superintendents. His main focus has been tenant improvements and renovations, from medical offices to the two entire buildings he is currently building out for a large local tech company. He has been at Lewis for 29 years, following his father John Levang who was also an outstanding… read more