Manhattan Construction Company wins two ABC Greater Houston “Excellence in Construction” awards

HOUSTON, TEXAS – The Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Greater Houston has honored Manhattan Construction Company with two “Excellence in Construction” (EIC) awards. The “Excellence in Construction” Awards celebrate the best in Merit Shop Construction – honoring the year’s most outstanding construction projects and contractors for their remarkable achievements in leadership, safety, and innovation.

Manhattan Construction Company won “Excellence in Construction” awards for the construction of the:

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Alief Neighborhood Center in Houston, Texas, in the “General Contractor | Institutional, $50 to $100 million” category.

Built by Manhattan Construction Company, designed by Page/EYP, and engineered by Dally + Associates, the new 70,000-square-foot Alief Neighborhood Center is the first of its kind in Houston to combine multiple independent departments under one roof to provide residents with a single destination for multiple services. The multi-purpose community center interior includes a mixed-use gymnasium with an elevated walkway around its perimeter, two pickleball courts, a fitness center, and meeting spaces for public use.

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Texas A&M University Southside Rec Center in College Station, Texas, in the “General Contractor | Institutional, $25 – $50 million” category.

The Southside Rec Center is Texas A&M University’s sixth standalone recreational facility on the southside area of the College Station campus. Built by Manhattan Construction Company, designed by SmithGroup, and engineered by JQ Infrastructure, LLC, the two-story facility includes 63,500 square feet of indoor recreational space with an additional 15,000 square feet of outdoor recreational space. The building is separated into two high-bay fitness areas and includes amenities such as a 24,000 square foot strength and conditioning, a 12,700 square foot gymnasium, a custom rock- climbing wall, a ballet studio, and two multi-purpose indoor sports courts.

The awards were presented at the ABC Greater Houston 2023 Excellence in Construction Awards Gala held Thursday, October 19, at the Wortham Theater Center in Houston, Texas.

Matthew Reibenstein, President at Greater Houston Builders Association Board of Directors

The Greater Houston Builders Association proudly announces Matthew Reibenstein as its 2024 President. Matthew served on the GHBA Executive Committee from 2022-2023 and on the GHBA Board of Directors in 2017 and 2015. His leadership with the GHBA dates to 2012, serving on the Northern Counties Builders & Developers Division Board of Directors. As President of Royal Build Design, Matthew has been building & developing custom homes and communities throughout Montgomery County and beyond since 2006.

Cody Smith hired at Welcome Group LLC

Welcome Group is thrilled to announce Cody Smith, CPA, as its new Chief Financial Officer. With over two decades of CFO experience, Mr. Smith is well-poised to contribute to the continued success and growth of our organization. He began his career in public accounting and moved his skill set to multiple industries before joining Welcome Group. He has earned a reputation for building and inspiring strong teams across disciplines, and we look forward to experiencing his strategic leadership.

Palladium USA strengthens team with strategic additions from Dynamic Commercial Real Estate

Palladium USA, a prominent player in the multifamily real estate development sector, proudly announces three accomplished professionals from Dynamic Commercial Real Estate have joined Palladium as valuable additions to our expanding team. 

Kim Parker joins Palladium as its Executive Director, bringing with her a wealth of experience and strategic vision to the firm. As the Director of Real Estate Transactions, Keith Pomykal will spearhead transaction oversight, ensuring seamless orchestration and closure. Elizabeth Deitchman, assuming the role of Manager of Land Acquisitions, will lead the charge in land sourcing and vetting, as well as providing valuable insights into Texas’s Qualified Allocation Plan. 

“Together, this dynamic trio forms a cohesive team that’s instrumental in site selection strategy, land acquisitions, transaction oversight, and community outreach activities for Palladium making us even more successful than we have already been.” said Thomas E. Huth, President and CEO of Palladium USA.  

This strategic expansion reinforces Palladium’s long-standing dedication to delivering transformative real estate developments and creating meaningful communities for the future. 

Teddy Leonard joins SRS Real Estate Partners as Capital Markets Managing Director focused on national net lease sales

Austin, TX – SRS Real Estate Partners has announced the addition of Teddy Leonard as Capital Markets Managing Director, National Net Lease in its Austin office. Leonard brings 10 years of net lease investment sales and leasing experience with over $740 million transactions closed, and more than 215 properties leased or sold during that time.

“Teddy is a well-respected peer in the industry with an incredible track record and we’re thrilled to have him on our team as we continue to grow our national presence.  He is the epitome of a trusted advisor to his clients, one who has a deep knowledge of the asset class he works on with a professional approach to net lease brokerage.  His experience goes beyond his roots in Texas as one of the most experienced brokers in the C-store space nationally,” said Patrick Nutt, Executive Vice President, SRS Capital Markets / Market Leader, South Florida.

“SRS’ track record working with developers and REITS is exceptional. They take a high-level approach to the transaction process which I’ve seen firsthand and was a big driver in joining their team. Working alongside Patrick and the other SRS brokers will provide an opportunity for me to continue to build my network, especially as I work to leverage my experience to maximize the firm’s presence in Texas,” said Leonard.

As noted, Leonard specializes in net lease investment sales nationally, with a focus on new construction retail properties. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas State University and is a member of ICSC.

In 2023, SRS Capital Markets completed approximately $2 billion in deal volume comprised of 500 transactions in 43 states. SRS has in excess of 600 properties actively on the market with a market value surpassing $2.85 billion.

Stream Realty Partners expands workplace strategy capabilities with new hire

DALLAS –  Stream Realty Partners, a national commercial real estate firm offering an integrated platform of services, today announced that Jayme Schutt has joined its Tenant Representation team as Senior Vice President of Workplace Strategy and will reside in the Dallas office. In this role, Schutt will focus on providing clients with a holistic perspective on optimizing business value from their office space in Dallas and beyond.

“Jayme is a fantastic addition to our team with an impressive track record in workplace strategy,” said Dan Harris, Managing Director of Stream Dallas. “With her unique background, we are better positioned than ever to guide clients on the transformation of spaces tailored to meet their distinctive needs, a crucial element in navigating today’s workplace.”

Schutt comes to Stream from JLL, where she was Senior Vice President of Corporate Workplace Strategy with efforts focused on the Dallas market. Prior to her role at JLL, Schutt led the Dallas corporate interiors studio for HKS Inc., a top-five global architecture firm. She has worked with a host of clients, including Invesco, TRG (formerly The Richards Group), JP Morgan Chase, Louis Vuitton, CyrusOne, Omni Logistics, Simpli.fi, ORIX USA and Magellan Health. Schutt graduated from The University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in interior design and is a Registered Interior Designer and a Texas LEED Green Associate.

“My passion for workplace strategy aligns seamlessly with Stream’s vision,” said Schutt. “I am excited to join this team and look forward to leveraging my experience to contribute to our collective expertise, guiding clients toward transformative spaces that cater to their needs.”  

Stream Dallas’ office tenant rep team has grown to 20 professionals over the last year.