Petra, Inc.

Construction update…our TownePlace Suites in Nampa, ID had its sample room review with Marriott yesterday. The hotel is coming along and we look forward to achieving our key milestones over the next four months with a spring opening! Thanks to Petra, Inc., Beacher Walker and Lisa Soushek for your time yesterday and your hard work on this project! Western States Lodging Management and Development Peterson Development Gardner Group Marriott International

Many positions at Petra involve working in cold weather, which can lead to cold stress. To help prevent this, it's essential to follow safety measures. Here are some key tips to stay safe and warm on the job, from layering clothing to taking breaks in warm areas.

???♂? Petra Young Professionals tee'd off their first event at TopGolf! The group will bring together young talent and seasoned experts in the construction industry. Together, we’re building a community focused on mentorship, networking, and continuous learning. We look forward to our second event this Friday!

Alex Pacheco joins Petra as an Assistant Project Manager in Colorado, bringing over 7 years of experience in office, government, aviation, and healthcare construction. In his free time, Alex enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and traveling, and he looks forward to conquering his first 14er in Colorado. Welcome to the TEAM, Alex!

Honoring those who have bravely served our nation. We are forever grateful for your courage, sacrifice, and dedication. #VeteransDay

It is our pleasure to introduce the newly completed U-Haul Moving & Storage of South Meridian. This facility includes a three-story building with 117,115 square feet of climate-controlled storage, providing 1,070 units, along with a 15,312 square foot U-Box warehouse. Additionally, six single-story buildings offer 108 drive-up units. Conveniently located near Idaho’s busiest interstate and just minutes from Downtown Meridian, this facility is well-positioned to serve the storage and moving needs of the rapidly growing area. This project marks U-Haul's first U-Box warehouse in Meridian, giving customers flexible moving and storage options. U-Haul introduced U-Boxes, portable moving and storage containers, in 2011. These containers measure 8' x 5' x 7', hold up to one ton, and can be shipped door-to-door to nearly any location worldwide, providing a convenient solution for both short- and long-term storage needs. The U-Box warehouse at this facility is a 117’ x 131’ pre-engineered metal building with a 50’-8” ceiling, capable of holding up to 1,000 U-Boxes stacked five high within a secure, climate-controlled environment. It also features a radiant heat slab under the two-bay roll-up door loading dock, ensuring smooth operations even in Idaho’s winter conditions. The building’s exterior design integrates brick veneer, dust panels, and single-skin metal panels, accentuated with decorative fins in Aquarium Blue, Nurture Green, and Obstinate Orange. These elements enhance the facility’s visual appeal, align with U-Haul’s branding, and add to the modern aesthetic of the Treasure Valley. Petra’s Concrete division was responsible for all structural and site concrete pours on this project. Petra is proud to support U Haul’s continued expansion across the Western United States as a trusted partner. We value our relationship with U-Haul as a repeat customer and appreciate the opportunity to contribute to their growing business.

We take great pleasure in announcing Karen Farmer is assuming the role of Senior Office Administrator. In her new role, Karen will provide administrative support across all departments and offices within Petra, playing a critical part in the success of our teams. As the 'central spoke' of the team, she will collaborate with and assist all members, championing our processes and standards while skillfully managing any necessary deviations. Karen’s deep knowledge of project finances will also enable her to support Project Managers with timely and accurate information.

Congratulations to the Siemens Energy Team in Redmond, Washington, for successfully completing the Tenant Improvement project! We marked the occasion with a team lunch to celebrate.

Lorri Mills joins Petra as a Talent Acquisition Manager in Idaho, bringing over 26 years of HR experience in tech, energy, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and public works. Originally from Lewiston, Idaho, Lorri was raised in Portland, Oregon, and relocated to Middleton, Idaho, in May 2023 with her husband to be closer to her son. They also have a daughter in Seattle, a Doberman named Bouch, and a Tuxedo cat named Maisie. In her free time, Lorri enjoys camping, biking, hiking, and traveling to sunny destinations. She’s an amateur bird watcher and often goes wine tasting on the Sunnyslope Wine Trail. In her new role, Lorri will develop and implement a Talent Acquisition Program, supporting recruitment, candidate experience, learning and development, and HRIS/database management. Welcome to the TEAM, Lorri!

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