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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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 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 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...
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...
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,...
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...
There’s something indescribable about the way a child’s face lights up when they see Santa Claus – and P1 Construction Project Manager Jack Kobe has experienced that moment hundreds of times. Jack is especially busy this time of year, donning his Santa suit and spreading Christmas cheer to churches, events, community...
