Blogs from P1 Construction, LLC

Modern Art in the "Little Apple": P1 Electrical Completes Work on the Museum of Art and Light

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:19:55 -0600

When you walk into the new MOA+L (Museum of Art and Light) and see the 23-foot colorful glass chandelier, you could easily be at an upscale museum in Manhattan, NY. But this gem is located in Manhattan, KS, also known as the “Little Apple”. Manhattan, KS, is now home to one...

First Time’s A Charm: P1 Mechanical Estimator Amelia Mullin Passes PE Exam on the First Go

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 13:36:18 -0600

Looking out at the buildings rising from the Kansas City skyline visible along the curve of I-35 is the earliest inspiration Mechanical Estimator Amelia Mullin can recall, but it was enough to shape her career path in the architectural, engineering, and construction industry. “I’ve always liked buildings,” Amelia said. “I grew...

P1 Construction Navigates Unusual Requirements at Olathe Mental Wellness Campus

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 10:44:58 -0600

Since 2019, there has been a 60% increase in suicidal youth seeking care at the Children’s Mercy (Kansas City) ER.* This sobering statistic is just one reason the new Olathe Mental Wellness Campus in Olathe, KS, is such a desperately needed resource. The new facility broke ground in June, 2023, and...

Always Be Constructing - Associate Profile on Project Manager Brady Kyle

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:56:06 -0500

From Construction to Furniture Restoration, Project Manager Brady Kyle Feeds the Need to Build It may have started with what P1 Project Manager Brady Kyle calls an “obsession” with Legos as a kid. Maybe it came partly from watching his mom refinish furniture while he was growing up. Wherever it came...

Going Trenchless: P1 Las Vegas Offers Trenchless Replacement of Underground Pipe Infrastructure

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 13:07:37 -0500

The P1 Las Vegas team took the company’s commitment to offering “single source” solutions to a new level recently, adding another capability to the list: trenchless pipe replacement and repair. The trenchless piping method has become popular because it’s cost-effective, lasts a long time, and causes minimal property damage. According to...

An Astronomical Hobby: P1 Associate Profile on Senior Project Manager Kevin Norris

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:45:03 -0500

P1 Construction Senior Project Manager Kevin Norris’s career has taken several twists and turns, and along the way, he’s developed several interesting hobbies.But his most recent hobby is out of this world.After graduating from high school, Kevin followed in the footsteps of both his father and grandfather, joining the Local 1529...

P1 Construction Kicks off MEP Project at Summit Truck Bodies Facility Expansion

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 13:38:24 -0500

P1 representatives recently attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Summit Truck Bodies expansion project. The new facility will occupy 220,000 square feet and will be located next to the existing production and warehouse facility in Wathena, KS. Once complete, the new facility is expected to positively impact the local community by...

P1 Success with Garmin Brings Multiple Project Opportunities

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 13:14:12 -0500

Finished photos of Building 3 and video courtesy of Garmin. They say when you do a job well you may be tasked with more – and more complex – work. This turned out to be true for P1, and the mechanical teams working at Garmin in Olathe, KS, were up to...

Making a Difference in Cancer Care: P1 Completes AdventHealth Cancer Institute Project

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 13:43:24 -0500

This spring, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission in Merriam, KS, unveiled its $76 million, 71,000-square-foot Cancer Institute, designed to provide unparalleled cancer care services to the community. P1 Construction completed the mechanical scope for both the Cancer Center and the center’s outpatient lobby, including construction and off-site construction. The AdventHealth Cancer Institute offers...

P1 Earns Top Honors at MCAKC OMI Awards

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:12:41 -0500

From left: P1 President Kollin Knox, Pipefitter Foreman Marcus Connor, Senior Project Manager/Team Leader Jason Quattlebaum The Outstanding Mechanical Installation (OMI) Awards are back for 2024. Chosen and awarded by the Mechanical Contractors Association – Kansas City, the OMI awards recognize outstanding mechanical projects completed in 2022-23, honoring and promoting quality...

P1 Technologies Project Manager Neal Pascaretti Finds Fascinating Hobby in 3D Printing

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 13:33:06 -0500

Technologies Project Manager Neal Passaretti has always been interested in what he calls the “nerdier” things in life, and this interest in technology and his zest for learning has set him up with a great career - and an interesting hobby. Neal grew up in Michigan and joined the Marines shortly...

P1 Construction Welcomes 2024 Summer Interns

Tue, 28 May 2024 14:51:16 -0500

This year P1 welcomes a mix of new and returning faces to the team of 2024 Construction interns. The interns are already out and about at project sites and activities, and we hope they have a great summer here with P1! Aidan Wolownik Mechanical Intern, Lenexa Aidan is a student at...

P1 Provides Many Years of Single-Source Solutions for Haskell Indian Nations University

Fri, 10 May 2024 14:22:33 -0500

When you have a campus of buildings full of rich history dating back to 1884, system upgrades are inevitable. Haskell Indian Nations University (HINU) in Lawrence, KS, began as an agriculture education program for grades one through five. Today, HINU continues to serve the educational needs of American Indian and Alaska...

P1 Safety Culture: Avoiding Slips, Trips, and Falls

Tue, 07 May 2024 13:18:16 -0500

In honor of National Construction Safety Week, the P1 Safety Team reminds everyone to be vigilant of slip, trip, and fall hazards.

Slips, trips, and falls are often a top cause of workplace injuries.

Tripping, falling, or slipping injuries account for more than 300 fatal - and 20,000 nonfatal - fall injuries annually since 2013 [Center for Construction Research & Training]. P1 has had their share of these injuries in the past, with a recent increase. Learn how to mitigate or eliminate these type of injuries.

SOI: STOP, OBSERVE, IMPLEMENT
Familiarize yourself with surroundings utilizing the SOI before starting in a new area, and stay aware of changes using the 20x20x20 rule: Every 20 minutes, take 20 seconds & observe changes within a 20 ft. area.

LOOK
Never put your feet where your eyes haven’t been.
CLEAR PATHS
Good housekeeping should not just be done in your own work area, but also walking paths for others.
GOOD LIGHTING
A trip hazard becomes more of a hazard if you can’t see it.
APPROPRIATE FOOTWEAR
Make sure working boots are in good condition and provide good traction.
SAFE WORKING SURFACE
Uneven ground, weather, or spills increase tripping potential.
SAFEST PATH
Take the safest path of travel- sometimes the shortest path isn’t always the safest.
COMMUNICATION
Report any hazards and alert others until they can be corrected

Camraderie and Competition: P1 Employees Get Pumped for Another Kansas City Corporate Challenge

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:13:12 -0500

P1 associates like Accounting Manager Morgan Lassise have been participating in the Kansas City Corporate Challenge for 15 years. “It’s a truly unique event specific to the Kansas City area – most cities in the U.S. do not hold similar events,” Morgan said. Kickball, tug-of-war, and archery may sound more like...

P1 Construction Earns Overall Excellence Award from Turner Construction

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 12:41:40 -0500

P1 recently received the “Overall Excellence, Large Company” award from Turner Construction. The award recognizes trade partners who demonstrate overall job performance excellence, and exemplify outstanding dedication and commitment to delivering a high-quality product safely and on time for Turner clients. P1 was nominated for projects spanning both electrical and mechanical...

P1 is One of Only 13 KC Companies in the BuildSafe Partnership Program

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 14:40:00 -0500

P1 is part of an exclusive group known as the BuildSafe Partnership Program (BSPP), and the meaning behind the membership is simple: P1 has a successful and pervasive safety culture. There are currently only 13 Kansas City-area based companies that qualify for BSPP. Nationwide, BSPP is among the very top prestigious...

Building Kansas City: Beth Martens Brings Construction Theme to Parade of Hearts

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 16:09:00 -0500

Out of 468 total entries, P1’s own Marketing Proposal Specialist (and fine artist) Beth Martens was selected as one of the final 100 local artists to create heart art for the 2024 Parade of Hearts. Once again, the final hearts will be on display throughout the Kansas City metro for people...

Finding a Passion in Welding: Associate Profile on Architectural Metal Welder Melanie McNeil

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0600

Even though welding hasn’t always been a common career for a woman, that didn’t stop Melanie McNeil from pursuing - and excelling in - this challenging trade. Growing up, Melanie was around the trades through her family. Her dad was an operator for Local 101, her uncle was also an operator,...

P1 Ford Air Tempering Project: Helicopter Pick and Crane Set Massive Equipment at Kansas City Assembly Plant

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:53:00 -0600

When looking at pipe, plumbing, ductwork, conduit, switchgear and everything else that goes into making a facility operate comfortably and safely, it’s easy to forget the end beneficiaries of those items are the people who use that facility every day. P1 was awarded a design-assist role with Roncelli, Inc. for the...