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University of Pittsburgh readying $152 million in renovations, new construction

The University of Pittsburgh is readying a launch of $152 million in renovations and new construction projects. Pitt’s Board of Trustees’ Property and Facilities Committee approved the projects last week. Twelve renovation projects are slated for Pitt’s Oakland campus, and one at its Greensburg site (click here for more information).
Oct. 19, 2011

The University of Pittsburgh is readying a launch of $152 million in renovations and new construction projects. Pitt’s Board of Trustees’ Property and Facilities Committee approved the projects last week. Twelve renovation projects are slated for Pitt’s Oakland campus, and one at its Greensburg site (click here for more information).
The projects are expected to come before the full board of trustees on Oct. 28. Pitt officials estimate the building projects will create 737 construction jobs and 295 support sector jobs. BD+C

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Drew Ballensky

Drew Ballensky is general manager of Duro-Last Roofing, Inc.’s central U.S. facility in Iowa and company spokesman for Duro-Last’s cool roofing, sustainability and architectural education programs. He is past-president of the Chemical Fabrics and Film Association and chairman of CFFA’s Vinyl Roofing Division. Drew earned his bachelor’s degree in industrial technology from the University of Northern Iowa and master’s degree in business administration from Florida State University. Drew has over 29 years experience in business and industry in various engineering and managerial capacities. He has worked in the U.S. and Canadian operations for a major international manufacturer of pre-engineered steel buildings, was a financial analyst with a major athletic apparel manufacturer and was an owner of a general contracting company.
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