Campbell will focus on developing and implementing strategies that support meeting and exceeding supplier diversity objectives
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company is pleased to announce that Craig Campbell has joined the team as economic inclusion manager for the Philadelphia and New Jersey business units. Campbell will be responsible for developing and fostering relationships with external stakeholders, conducting outreach with small and diverse businesses, advocating for small and diverse businesses throughout the buy-out process, and tracking workforce and business participation against goals. In addition, he will lead Gilbane's Rising Contractor program in Philadelphia, taking over for senior project executive, Mark Zamrowski.
Campbell joins Gilbane from Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW), where he led their supplier diversity program in the City of Philadelphia. While at PGW, Campbell was responsible for compliance with DBE contract provisions, establishing relationships with community organizations, managing the robust DBE reporting plan and verification of DBE certifications. Prior to PGW he worked at the Enterprise Center where he increased the number of minority, woman, and/or veteran owned businesses that were prepared to compete for transportation construction contracts. In addition, he's worked at the Urban Affairs Coalition where he promoted business development and employment for minorities, women and community businesses and residents.
"I'm excited to welcome Craig to Gilbane's Philadelphia and New Jersey teams," said Shawn Carlin, Gilbane vice president and Philadelphia business unit leader. "Gilbane has a $4 billion commitment to small and diverse businesses, and with Craig's leadership our Philadelphia and New Jersey offices will be better equipped to exceed our economic inclusion goals while continuing to lead the way in creating sustainable growth for diverse businesses in Philadelphia and New Jersey."
"Gilbane has built a robust economic inclusion program," said Craig Campbell. "I'm excited to build on the great initiatives and processes already in place, while identifying opportunities to strengthen Gilbane's commitment to minority, woman and/or veteran-owned businesses in the Greater Philadelphia and New Jersey areas."
Originally from Greater Philadelphia, Campbell received his B.S. in education from Temple University. Campbell is involved in various community organizations including the African-American Chamber of Commerce, Asian-American Chamber of Commerce, Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council, Women's Business Enterprise Council-East and the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce.
About Gilbane Building Company
Gilbane provides a full slate of construction and facilities-related services – from pre-construction planning and integrated consulting capabilities to comprehensive construction management, general contracting, design-build and facility management services – for clients across various markets. Founded in 1870 and still a privately held, family-owned company, Gilbane has more than 45 office locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.gilbaneco.com.
With a local office in the Navy Yard, Gilbane has been "Building Philadelphia" for more than 38 years. Our Philadelphia operation is engaged in a diverse array of construction initiatives: groundbreaking academic and research facilities; healthcare infrastructure improvements; innovative biotechnology and life sciences lab spaces; warehouses and distribution centers; and cultural, sports and public performance venues.
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Rebecca Starer, Gilbane Building Company, 7033127276, [email protected]
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