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SCHRADERGROUP’S Recent Growth and Promotions

Over this last year, SCHRADERGROUP (SG) has grown significantly and accomplished remarkable goals. Several of our team members demonstrated consistent dedication to SG and have advanced in their roles. We would like to highlight their accomplishments and want to recognize their contributions to the SG team.

SG’s Harry Pettoni and Tom Forsberg have advanced to Partners of the firm, alongside current Managing Partner, David Schrader. Harry has been a part of SG since 2013 and brings over twenty years of professional architectural and construction experience in the public, private, and education sectors. Tom has also been a part of SG since 2013 and, as a Structural Lead, holds more than three decades of expertise in the design and evaluation of masonry buildings and systems, forensic investigations, diagnostics, and problem resolution.

Devin Bradbury and new SG member Matt Wittemann are now Principals at SG. Devin joined SG in 2015 and brings his comprehensive professional experience, specializing in a variety of markets. Devin oversees all phases of design from schematics and site planning to construction documentation and administration. Devin has also become a leader in the office team management. Matt joined SG this year and has upwards of fifteen years in the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors. His aptitude in client relationship management, sales, marketing, public relations, and strategic planning makes him an excellent addition to our team.

Our current SG Associates team, comprised of Dan D’Amico, Danielle Hoffer, and Regina Jean-Claude, is expanding. Charlotte Stoudt, Eric Weiss, and Thomas Wippenbeck are our newest Associates. Charlotte has been with SG since 2017 and, as the Interior Design Department leader, is an NCIDQ-certified designer with over twenty years of professional experience in numerous sectors. Eric has been with SG since 2013 and has many years of experience working with institutional and residential projects. Last but not least, Thomas has recently joined the SG team as a new hire and brings twenty-six years of experience working with a number of architectural firms, in addition to running his own practice.

Thank you all for your hard work and dedication to SCHRADERGROUP. Here’s to many more successful years!

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SCHRADERGROUP Welcomes Our Newest Marketing Coordinator to the Team!

SCHRADERGROUP (SG) is delighted to introduce the newest addition to our team! Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Lauren Wilke as she joins our SG family!

Lauren Wilke
Marketing and Proposal Coordinator
Florida Gulf Coast University – Bachelor of Arts in English
Villanova University – Master of Arts in English & Communications

Lauren is a driven individual and recently earned her master’s in English at Villanova University with a concentration in marketing communications. She has over six years of experience in the marketing field and considerable hands-on agency experience. Lauren is passionate about language and the way we relate to and communicate with one another on a human level.

At SG, Lauren creates compelling content and derives much of her inspiration from storytelling. Her contributions revolve around proposals, digital content, and communication. Lauren recognizes the way a company tells its story is crucial to its success, so she draws on creative writing for lasting impact. Whether it’s a technical proposal or a celebratory blog post, Lauren captures the tone and spreads the word to further the SG vision.

Lauren is motivated by creativity, a talented team, and bettering her community. These characteristics align with SG’s people-focused mission, and in turn, help produce high-quality results. She admires SG’s projects from their inception to completion, and she respects the positive and sustainable impact SG has on the community.

“Communication and architecture are not so different; they both require basic building blocks that, when combined in a thoughtful way, create something beautiful.” –Lauren

Welcome, Lauren! We are excited to have you on board the SG team. We are eager to support you in your path to success.

Interested in working with us? Visit our Careers page to see what opportunities are available at SG here.

Keith Valley Middle School Recognized as an Outstanding Project in Learning By Design’s Fall 2023 Awards of Excellence Magazine

SCHRADERGROUP (SG) is proud to announce that our ongoing project, Hatboro-Horsham School District’s Keith Valley Middle School, has been recognized as an Outstanding Project in Learning By Design’s Fall 2023 Awards of Excellence magazine.

Learning By Design is a prestigious publication that recognizes outstanding educational design and construction projects. They evaluate facilities based on innovation, community needs, interior design, sustainability, functional design, and next-generation learning. Published three times a year, the magazine showcases top K-12 and higher education projects and architecture firms.

Keith Valley Middle School is a three-story educational building that accommodates students from grades 6 to 8, featuring flexible learning studios, small group instruction areas, and larger learning commons for student gathering and project-based instruction.

The new facility will prioritize flexibility and connectivity within the school and community, fostering hands-on and multimodal learning approaches to inspire and engage students. A central learning resource area connects the educational areas to the shared public spaces, which include the dining commons, auditorium, and library.

You can view the Fall 2023 issue of Learning By Design here. You can find Keith Valley Middle School on page 94!

To learn more about Keith Valley Middle School, please click here.

SCHRADERGROUP Recognized as an EPiC Firm by AIA Pennsylvania for the Second Year!

SCHRADERGROUP Recognized as an EPiC Firm by AIA Pennsylvania for the Second Year!

SCHRADERGROUP (SG) is proud to announce that the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) has recognized our firm for the second year in a row, as we continue to support the development of emerging professionals in 2023.

The AIA Pennsylvania Emerging Professionals Committee (EPiC) was established to improve the network, role, and impact of Emerging Professionals throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The committee distinguished SG for successfully supporting the emerging professionals on our staff and for demonstrating a commitment to the development of Pennsylvania’s emerging professionals.

We would like to thank the Pennsylvania AIA chapter, and we are honored to be included on this list of esteemed firms.

To learn more about joining SCHRADERGROUP click here.

SCHRADERGROUP Attends the DVASBO Four County Business Managers Conference at Sky Top Lodge

School district business managers, representing the four counties of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery, held their annual conference at the Sky Top Lodge from October 4-6, 2023.

At the DVASBO Four County Conference, SCHRADERGROUP (SG) sponsored one of the evening events and spoke at one of the morning sessions. David Schrader and Danielle Hoffer presented “Life after PlanCon,” which outlined the evolution of the role of the public school architect since the 2016 Pennsylvania Commonwealth moratorium on school construction funding.

The session highlighted the changes in the processes and types of projects districts conducted under the PlanCon process, compared to those initiated since the 2016 moratorium. As a result of reduced school funding, elimination of construction reimbursement by the Commonwealth, and the higher likelihood of being faced with a referendum for major construction projects, SG reviewed a variety of case studies, procurement methodologies, and resources the team has utilized to continue to maintain and upgrade district assets.

The SG team is grateful for this opportunity to share our experiences with our school district colleagues.

To see some of SG’s K-12 Projects, please click here.

SCHRADERGROUP is Seeking an Architectural Project Manager for the Pittsburgh Office

Position: Architectural Project Manager

Company Overview:
SCHRADERGROUP (SG) is a full-service firm offering architectural, structural engineering and interior design services for a wide variety of project types, with specific expertise in the areas of academic and public safety facility design. Founded in 2004 and providing services from offices in Philadelphia, Lancaster, Baltimore and Pittsburgh, SG is recognized both locally and nationally for design that offers the highest degree of service to the user, responds to and respects both the built and natural environment and demonstrates inspired aesthetics.

Job Description:
Architectural Project Manager with ten to fifteen years of experience to work in our Pittsburgh Office– the individual that will fill this role has a broad range of experience in the design and construction of public bid facilities, is able to function in multiple roles, and has a strong willingness and desire to be involved in all aspects of project design and construction. Client and consultant interaction is a key component for the successful candidate. Your day-to-day duties will touch on nearly every aspect of design office operations: project management, oversight of document production, business development, client interaction, and contract administration. You must be knowledgeable, versatile, and willing to participate in the long-term growth, development and success of SCHRADERGROUP.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (preferred)

• 10 years of experience in a field related to the duties listed above.

• Working knowledge of modern production software (REVIT, Word, Excel, Bluebeam, etc.) preferred

• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.

• Ability to convey ideas and concepts to those with whom you’ll work.

• Willing to travel. While most of our work is regional, occasional overnight travel may be required.

Benefits:
SG offers a competitive salary and benefit package commensurate with your level of knowledge and experience including health and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401k, and bonus structure.

Contact:
To express interest, please forward a resume to:

Regina Jean-Claude
RJean-Claude@sgarc.com
215 482 7440

SCHRADERGROUP will be at the 2023 PASA PSBA School Leadership Conference

From October 16th-17th, SCHRADERGROUP (SG) will be actively participating in the PASA PSBA School Leadership Conference, which will be held at the Kalahari Resort in Pennsylvania.
SG attendees include Managing Partner David Schrader, Partner Tom Forsberg, Principal Matt Wittemann, Principal Devin Bradbury, Associate Danielle Hoffer, Associate Thomas Wippenbeck, and Associate Charlotte Stoudt.

The Pennsylvania School Boards Association is a non-profit, statewide organization representing public school boards, committed to upholding the highest standards of local community leadership for the public schools throughout the Commonwealth.

Drop by our Booth #719 and say hello! We’re looking forward to meeting you!

To see more related academic SG projects, please visit our website here.

SCHRADERGROUP will be Attending the 2023 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)

From October 14th-17th, taking place in San Diego, CA, is the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Annual Conference.

The IACP Annual Conference stands as the premier law enforcement gathering, attracting over 16,000 public safety professionals each year. It serves as a crucial platform for attendees to acquire new techniques, enhance their knowledge, further their careers, and equip their departments for sustained success. The conference is structured around three essential pillars: training, networking, and exposition hall education. With over 175 workshops covering a wide range of topics pertinent to the profession, it offers an invaluable opportunity for law enforcement professionals to grow and excel in their roles.

SG will be there, October 14th –16th, with Partner Harry Pettoni, Principal Matt Wittemann, and Project Manager Doug Perry at booth #2628. We are genuinely thrilled to have the chance to chat with you about your law enforcement facility projects. So, make sure to swing by our booth, and let’s chat!

Before you join us in San Diego, check out some of SG’s public safety projects here.

SCHRADERGROUP Exhibiting at the PASBO Facilities, Transportation, & Safety Conference

October 9th, SCHRADERGROUP (SG) will be participating in the PASBO Facilities Transportation Safety Conference at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center in State College, PA. We are pleased to announce that representing SG will include SG Partner Harry Pettoni, Associate Thomas Wippenbeck, and Principal Matt Wittemann.

Please come visit us at booth #32! We look forward to interacting and meeting everyone there!

PASBO is a Pennsylvania-based, state-wide association with over 3,000 members. They are devoted to providing members with the education, training, professional development and timely access to legislation and policy news needed to run a school district smoothly and successfully. While their membership base varies greatly, the association has a common goal of supporting classroom learning through smart business practices.

To see more of SG’s K-12 Projects, please visit our website here.

HHSD Keith Valley Construction Update!

Exciting times are upon us as we witness Hatboro-Horsham School District’s NEW Keith Valley Middle School rise out of the ground. Incredible progress has been made over the first summer of construction and the new state-of-the-art facility beginning to take shape. Ongoing work includes foundations, concrete slabs, concrete retaining walls, and the erection of structural steel.

Photography by D’Huy Engineering, Inc

The NEW Keith Valley Middle School is being constructed in the foreground while the old Keith Valley Middle School remains in operation in the background.

The foundation work for Keith Valley Middle School commenced about three weeks ago. These vital structures are the bedrock of our future, ensuring the stability and longevity of the building. As each day passes, we see the foundations grow stronger, laying the groundwork for a new era in education at Keith Valley Middle School.

The classroom wings are rising from the ground while new underground stormwater basins are excavated.
The site is buzzing with activity on a daily basis with earthwork underway to install stormwater basins and crush the massive field of rock that was unearthed during construction. Foundations and massive retaining walls are nearly complete. Concrete slabs have been poured for the classroom pods and administrative wing. Most impressive is the structural steel that has been erected for the four 3-story classroom pods.

Photography by D’Huy Engineering, Inc

Starting in the Fall of 2025, the impressive 275,000 square foot facility will house up to 1,200 students in grades 6 through 8 with innovative and flexible learning spaces throughout the school. The students and staff of Hatboro-Horsham school district eagerly await the opportunity to utilize their new facility, which will take learning to a new level within the District. Until then, they have the best seat in the house to watch their new home be built one day at a time.

Perhaps the most striking sight on the construction site is the soaring steel framework. With three of the four educational wings already erected, it’s awe-inspiring to witness the structure reaching toward the sky.

Please click the image above to see a drone view of the construction site.
Videography shot by D’huy Engineering, Inc.

The transformation of Keith Valley Middle School’s renovation is a testament to progress, determination, and vision. As we continue this exciting journey, we invite you to stay tuned for more updates.

To see more K-12 projects done by SCHRADERGROUP, please visit our website here.