As we begin our 86th year at the Vecellio Group, I want to focus on what are two of the most important elements of our business…safety and culture. Safety is a critical factor in the longevity and success of Vecellio Group and its businesses. It encompasses every aspect of our work from facilities to equipment, to projects, and to our employees. Culture ties in with safety in that we strive to do the right thing and look out for our coworkers, and the public overall, during every project.
A safe work environment and safe work habits are extremely important to make sure every employee gets home without incident each day. It also creates the safest possible situation for the communities we work in. Our culture dictates that if we see an unsafe act or condition, we speak up to make sure the problem is addressed immediately.
Safety and culture go hand-in-hand. Remember: if you see something unsafe or being done incorrectly - say something. It’s the right thing to do.
Past Ranger Leadership Attends Annual Safety Event To Recognize Employee Accomplishments For 2023
ON THE COVER
Vecellio & Grogan replaces a 1,123 ft. long bridge over the Simpson River along US 90 in Pensacola, FL.
In the photo, a 14-person deck crew pours approximately 350 cubic yards of concrete in one of the initial deck unit placements with a concrete pump truck supplying concrete to the deck finishing machine.
Ranger Construction held a safety awards luncheon in January to recognize those who continue to honor the traditions established by the company’s past leaders.
At this year’s event, some of Ranger’s past leaders joined current leadership to help celebrate Ranger’s 2023 accomplishments. Those in attendance included (photo from left to right) Gerald Cooper, a Project Superintendent and retiree with 50 years of service; Christopher Vecellio, COO & Sr. VP, Vecellio Group, Inc.; Mike Slade, past President who retired after 43 years of service; Steven Brown, a retired Operations Manager after 20 years; Miguel Correa, past VP with 41 years of service; and Bob Schafer, President, Ranger Construction.
VanGuard Issue Q4 2023 Photo Correction
In the Q4 2023 issue of the VanGuard, Rob Stafford, Estimator, was recognized for celebrating 20 years with Sharpe Bros.
Rob’s photo was accidentally deleted during the printing process revealing another employee’s photo in its place.
At right is Rob’s actual picture. We apologize to Rob for the error, and congratulate him on his tenure with Sharpe Bros. and the Vecellio Group as a whole.
A Word From Leo A. Vecellio, Jr. Vecellio Group, Inc. Chairman, CEO & President
Photo by Jeff Romaine
Ranger Construction Recognized For Outstanding Asphalt Paving By Asphalt Contractors Association Of Florida
In June, ACAF recognized Ranger Construction’s work on three specific projects:
The Cabana Colony Subdivision Residential Streets (top)
Key West Int’l Airport, Runway 9-27 (below left)
SR-91 Interchange with SR-821 Homestead Extension Florida Turnpike (below right)
These asphalt projects were recognized by ACAF because they exemplify the highest quality asphalt pavements. The projects enhance safety, improve durability, and create value for project owners and the traveling public throughout Florida.
Congratulations to Ranger and the specific crews and project teams who performed these outstanding projects.
dVecenergy Honors “Heroes Of The Day” In The First Half Of 2024
Vecenergy’s “Hero of the Day” program was established to reward employees that have gone above and beyond their normal day-to-day responsibilities relating to the overall safety of the business.
In the first half of 2024, there were two events that led to individuals receiving this award. Both of the events involved electrical fires. The first incident took place at the Port of Palm Beach. Gene Velasquez, Terminal Operator, noticed smoke coming from the PMA Control Panel. Upon opening the panel, he saw the smoke was coming from one of the control boxes and flames quickly followed.
Assisted by Stevie Allen, also a Terminal Operator, Gene was able to quickly extinguish the minor blaze and ensure no loss of time to the business or any injury to fellow employees.
In the photo below left, David Iglesias, Safety Director at Vecenergy, presents the awards to Gene and Stevie for “staying cool under fire” and responding quickly to prevent further spread in the facility.
Below right, Paul Crissman, Director of Operations, presents Kenneth Cannato, Maintenance Technician (holding the plaque), with his award.
Kenneth, along with Steven Large, Terminal Operator, not shown in the photo, noticed smoke coming from the office doors. They immediately called the fire department who quickly put out the fire, which was caused by a water cooler in a conference room. Their situational awareness and quick action saved the building from extensive damage, and fellow employees from harm
Photos by Fernanda Warren
Photos by Jeff Romaine
Sharpe Bros. Kicked Off The Year Completing Projects From 2023 In Winston-Salem, NC
In the first quarter of the year, Sharpe Bros. continued work on projects that were begun in 2023 as weather allowed. The Alamance Church resurfacing project was completed, and multiple other Winston-Salem projects will be completed in the second and third quarters (photos below).
In June, crews began work at Smith Reynolds Airport. This taxiway rehabilitation project will include milling and paving Taxiway A - the main taxiway - with additional taxiways to follow. The project will require 23,800 tons of asphalt and is planned for completion in the third quarter.
Clockwise from top left:
1) Crews remove a portion of the old roadway on Fairfax Drive in WinstonSalem, N.C.
2) Eloy Bedolla-Aguilera operates the Track Hoe adjacent to a recently installed waterlline.
3) After unstable material was removed, Tony Bedolla-Aguilera, Juan Acevedo, Juan Bedolla-Aguilera, Anderson Alvarado Vargas and Abraham Rodriguez (walking at right) stabilized the ground by placing fabric prior to filling with stone and building back up.
4) Abraham Rodriguez (L-R) Juan Bedolla Aguilera, and Anderson Alvarado Vargas install stone in the undercut to establish a solid grade on which to pave the roadway.
5) A fire hydrant is installed on Fairfax Dr. before filling the section with stone.
6) Crews install final markings on the Alamance Church Rd. remodeling project.
7) A bus stop pad with retaining wall is completed and ready for the city’s final touches.
Photos by Tim Bailey
White Rock Quarries Looking At Higher Deliveries In 2024
White Rock Quarries in Miami, FL has seen a signi ficant rise in customer orders during the first half of 2024. If production continues at the current pace, White Rock may experience an increase in deliveries servicing its valued customers and sister companies working throughout the state.
Ranger Receives 2024 Best In Construction Award From FTBA
The Florida Transportation Builders Association (FTBA) recently recognized Ranger Construction for their outstanding work in partnering for 2024.
Ranger worked with FDOT on the widening and reconstruction of SR-50, and the addition of a shareduse path for the community.
The work was performed within the Withlacoochee River Basin, an
environmentally sensitive area that has “Pristine Waters of the State” status, according to FDOT.
The project also runs across the Richloam Wildlife Management Area. Protecting these environmentally sensitive areas is what helped to earn the “Partnering” award.
Roadway Expansion Underway In Palm Beach County, FL
Ranger Construction is currently working with Palm Beach County in Florida on a project that includes widening on both Seminole-Pratt Whitney Rd. and Northlake Blvd.
The site has four ponds that need to be excavated, as well as four major pipe crossings that move water for the Indian Trails Improvement District.
There is also underground storm drainage, as well as a fair amount of water and force main that need to be installed or deflected around the proposed storm drainage structures.
The overall project covers more than two and a half miles of roadway. Seminole-Pratt Whitney Rd. will expand from a two-lane street to a divided multi-lane roadway. The project is planned for completion in summer of 2025. The photos above show current progress of the job as of June 2024.
Drone
Photos by Terrence Faulkner
Photo proficed by White Rock Quarries
Drone Photos by Courtney Trout
SR-A1AinFt.Pierce,FL
Vecellio & Grogan is currently working on the construction of the new North Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway on SR-A1A in Ft. Pierce, FL.
The project involves the demolition of the existing bridge (Bascule Bridge), construction of the new highlevel bridge, and the East Coast Greenway which will be a shared-use path.
Photos by Jeff Romaine
ThroughtheLens Vecellio&Grogan
Photos by Jeff Romaine
Supervisor Safety Awards Recognize
The Vecellio Group’s annual Supervisor Safety Awards program recognizes high-level safety performance at our construction and materials operations. The Group’s energy division also performs to the highest level of safety performance at all times.
SHARPE BROS. HONORS 17 SUPERVISORS
BAILEY, TIM GRADE SUPT.
BAKER, GREG SHOP FOREMAN
BAKER, JOSHUA ASPHALT FOREMAN
BEDOLLA, JUAN GRADE FOREMAN
BISHOP, MIKE ASPHALT SUPT.
BRANSCOME, DAVID Q.C. MANAGER
BRANSCOME, KAREN PLANT FOREMAN
CARTER, DONALD ASPHALT FOREMAN
DUNLAP, BRENT PLANT FOREMAN
HUNT, PAUL ASPHALT FOREMAN
MABE, THOMAS GRADE SUPT.
MARTIN, DALE EQUIP. SUPERVISOR
MICHAUX, MICHAEL PLANT SUPERVISOR
NELSON, TODD ASPHALT FOREMAN
OWEN, ISAAC ASPHALT FOREMAN
OWENS, BRIAN PLANT FOREMAN WALE, DALE TRUCKING SUPERVISOR
MURRAY LOGAN CONSTRUCTION HONORS 20 SUPERVISORS
BEDFORD, WILLIE
SEAWALL FOREMAN
BETANCOURT, FRANCISCO DUMP TRUCK DRIVER BRAKEFIELD, LAWRENCE SEAWALL FOREMAN
CASTILLO, JOSE LEAD SHOP MECHANIC
DAVIS JR., EDWARD L. OPERATIONS SUPT. DE ALBA COLON, JAIME FUEL TRUCK DRIVER DE LA CRUZ, FERNANDO SEAWALL FOREMAN
GADSON, LEROY SEAWALL FOREMAN
HENDERSON, CHARLES J. LIFT STATION FOREMAN
HOFFMAN, THOMAS
SEAWALL UTIL. OPERATOR
KNIGHT, BRIAN CRANE OPERATOR LOGAN, ANDREW AREA MANAGER/OPS.
MENDIA, JOSEPH A.
MEYERS, LEONARD
MOYE JR., RANDALL
PIZZI, ENRIQUE
FLEET MANAGER
BACKHOE OPERATOR
LOWBOY DRIVER
PUMP STATION FOREMAN
SLY, BRETT OPERATIONS SUPT.
SWABY, BAZIE
WILLIAMS, EGBERT G.
WILLIAMS, SHAPEL
SEAWALL FOREMAN
SEAWALL FOREMAN
SEAWALL FOREMAN
VECELLIO & GROGAN HONORS 30 SUPERVISORS
BREWER, LEONARD
BRIDGE FOREMAN
CABRERA, JOSE BRIDGE FOREMAN
CASAS, PEDRO BRIDGE FOREMAN
CENTENO, JOSE BRIDGE SUPT.
DELP, DAVID SURVEY MANAGER
FIELDS, RANDALL GRADE SUPT.
GOMEZ, JOSE BRIDGE FOREMAN
GRAHAM, CARLOS GRADE FOREMAN
GREENE, SONNY PROJECT SUPT.
HERNANDEZ, ROBERT BRIDGE FOREMAN
INFANTE, GUILLERMO BRIDGE FOREMAN
LAWRENCE, RICHARD BRIDGE SUPT.
LITTLE, JAMES BRIDGE SUPT.
MAYNARD, HAROLD (DOUG) GRADE FOREMAN
MOLINA, FRANCISCO BRIDGE FOREMAN
NUNEZ, LUIS BRIDGE SUPT.
PERRITT, DAVID BRIDGE SUPT.
ROJAS, ENRIQUE BRIDGE FOREMAN
ROMERO, FRANCISCO BRIDGE FOREMAN
ROSE, BILLY EROSION CTRL. FRMN.
ROWE, JOSEPH GRADE FOREMAN
RUNION, MIKE SHOP FOREMAN
SHREWSBURY, TIMOTHY BRIDGE SUPT.
SEYMOUR, DAVID BRIDGE SUPT.
SMITH, MAX PROJECT SUPT.
TORRES, FRANCISCO SUPERINTENDENT
TORRES, JOSE A. PIPE FOREMANN
ZRIOKA, DONALD BRIDGE SUPT.
WATERS, JAMES BRIDGE SUPT.
YEPEZ TORRES, MAURO BRIDGE FOREMAN
WHITE ROCK QUARRIES HONORS 14 SUPERVISORS
BROWN, ANTOINE
PLANT PROD/ELEC FRMN. DANIEL, GARY PORTABLE CRUSHER FRMN. DAVIS, TRACY A. PARTY CHIEF
FLORES, GARY A. AGGRAGATE PLANT FRMN. HARBIN, STEVE QUARRY PROD. MGR..
JIMENEZ-QUINTANA, MANUEL A. PLANT MAINT. SUPT. - NIGHT
MEURY, KEVIN RAIL FOREMAN
PAYNE JR, CHARLES EQUIPMENT MANAGER
RABASSA, JOSE EQUIPMENT SUPT. REYES, ANTONIO (TONY) Q.C./LOADOUT SUPT. THOMPSON, WILBUR (BUD) ELEC. SUPT. - NIGHT VALERO, YOSMEL AGG. PLANT FOREMAN
VOYTEK, TODD PLANT MANAGER
WHYTE, TREVOR PIT FOREMAN
Employees for Dedication to Safety
RANGER’S CENTRAL DIVISION*
HONORS 47 SUPERVISORS
* Includes Winter Garden & Ft. Pierce
ARANGO, GONZALO GRADE FOREMAN
BARNES, KAKIO TRAFFIC CTRL. FRMN.
BEATTY, JACOB GRADE FOREMAN
BEATTY, MICHAEL GRADE SUPT.
BERNARDO, JESSE TRAFFIC CTRL. FRMN.
BOUILLON, KENNETH GRADE FOREMAN
BUTH III, DONALD GRADE FOREMAN
CHAVEZ, OFELIO ASPHALT FOREMAN
COOKE, KALEB ASPHALT FOREMAN
COVARRUBIAS, EMILIANO ASPHALT FOREMAN
COVARRUBIAS, HOMERO GRADE FOREMAN
COVARRUBIAS, JOHN ASPHALT FOREMAN
FERNANDEZ PAGAN, JOEL ASPHALT FOREMAN
HALASZ, MATTHEW PARTY CHIEF
HENDRICKSON, MICHAEL GRADE FOREMAN
HERNANDEZ, HECTOR ASPHALT FOREMAN
IRVIN, CHRISTOPHER TRAFFIC CTRL. FRMN.
JENKINS, WILLIAM PARTY CHIEF
KOVAK, PABLO SURVEY MANAGER
LEMONS, JOSHUA ASPHALT FOREMAN
LONG, SHOUN GRADE FOREMAN
MEADOR, CHARICE GRADE FOREMAN
MESSERSCHMIDT, WILLIAM GRADE SUPT.
MILLER JR., BRIAN MILLING FOREMAN
MILLER, SCOTT GRADE FOREMAN
MINIETTA, MICHAEL MILLING FOREMAN
MONCADA, ALEJANDRO PIPE FOREMAN
MORRIS, MICHAEL SHOPE FOREMAN
MORRIS, WILLIAM M. PARTY CHIEFF
MURRAY, KYLE TRAFFIC CTRL. FRMN.
NAVARRO, JUAN PARTY CHIEF
ORTIZ MEJIAS, RICARDO GRADE FOREMAN PERKINS JR., RICHARD MILLING FOREMAN
PIERCE, CLYDE (C.W.) GRADE FOREMAN
PORTER, CHRISTOPHER GRADE FOREMAN
RIVERA, ARAMIS GRADE SUPT.
SEGRE, FRANCIS ASPHALT SUPT. SMITH, MICHAEL GRADE FOREMAN
SORIA, ANGEL TRAFFIC CTRL. FRMN.
TAYLOR, BENJAMIN F. GRADE FOREMAN
THOMPSON, JAMES CONCRETE FOREMAN
TOPE, DARREN GRADE FOREMAN
VEGA GUZMAN, WILFREDO PIPE FOREMAN
WALKER, DANIEL S. PLANT MANAGER
WARD, RYAN TRUCKING MANAGER
WHITE, DAVID M. SHOP FOREMAN WILSON, MALCOLM TRAFFIC CTRL. FRMN.
RANGER’S SOUTH DIVISION* HONORS 33 SUPERVISORS
* Includes West Palm Beach & Miami
ASH, EVERETT AREA MANAGER/GRADE AVANT, JAMES SHOP FOREMAN CHAMBERS, DAVID A. PROJECT SUPT. CONDE, RICHARD TRUCK MANAGER DIAZ, MANUEL Q.C. MANAGER
DOOLEY, SEAN MILLING FOREMAN FAULKNER, TERRANCE PARTY CHIEF FOX, TIMOTHY SR. PLANT MANAGER
GORDON, EYON ASPHALT SUPT. GREEN JR., JOHNNY ASPHALT FOREMAN GREEN SR., JOHNNY ASPHALT SUPT. HEMBREE, ROLAND GRADE SUPT.
HOUSTON, BRANDON SAFETY MANAGER
HOWARD, LLOYD ASPHALT FOREMAN
KINSLOE, THOMAS PROJECT MANAGER
LORENZO, JOSEPH FACILITIES MANAGER
MCGIBBON JR., JAMES GRADE SUPT.
MONJARAZ, PABLO GRADE FOREMAN
MORRIS, RICHARD SHOP MANAGER
NEWHOUSE, KEN ASPHALT FOREMAN
PARKER, JOHN PROJECT SUPT.
PETERSON, JONATHAN GRADE FOREMAN
PHILLIPSON, KEVIN PROJECT SUPT.
PICKEL, DANIEL SAFETY MANAGER
PIENKOS, PATRICK
Q.C. MANAGER
PURVIS, C. MILES PLANT MANAGER
RACHAL, DALTON SR. ASPHALT SUPT. SCHWAGER, PAUL AREA MANAGER/GRADE SERRA, GLENN ASPHALT FOREMAN
SHELDON, DARRELL PLANT FOREMAN
SUMNER, ROBERT PROJECT SUPT. TORRES, PEDRO GRADE FOREMAN
TORRES, PEDRO JUAN PROJECT SUPT.
HAL JONES CONTRACTOR HONORS 8 SUPERVISORS
BERG, BRUCE BRIDGE SUPT.
CAMPOS, JULIAN BRIDGE SUPT.
CHAPIN, FRED
BRIDGE SUPT.
GRIZZLE, MICHAEL SHOP MANAGER
PHILLIPS, GRANVILLE
BRIDGE FOREMAN
ROSIER, BEN LEAD BRIDGE
SCHNORR, GEORGE
BRIDGE SUPT. WILLIAMS, FRED SHOP MANAGER
SAFETY RECOGNITI
The following are photos of some of the Supervisor Safety Award recipients, as well as award presenters, taken at safety meetings & events throughout the first quarter. Those unable to attend received their awards at a later time.
(L-R) Mark Ligon - VP of Safety, Emiliano Covarrubias, Ofelio Chavez, Chris Irvin, Chris Porter, Ryan Ward, and Safety Director David Asselin.
Mark Ligon - VP of Safety for Vecellio Group, Inc. presented to attendees of Ranger’s Annual Safety Meeting in West Palm Beach, FL.
(L-R) Gonzo Arrango, Mike Morris, Mark Ligon - VP of Safety, BF Taylor, Mike Smith, and Safety Director David Asselin.
Jamie Timming (R), VP of Operations at Ranger, presents a Supervisor Safety Award to John Parker.
(L-R) James Thompson, Aramis Rivera-Cruz, Josh Lemons, Mike Beatty, and Safety Director David Asselin who presented the awards.
(L-R) Paul Schwager, Karl Jones, and Jamie Timming at Ranger’s Annual Safety Event.
ON & AWARENESS!
SUMMER SAFETY
Summer is here, and it is dangerously hot outside. That danger increases throughout the summer months for road construction workers due to the increased heat and humidity. Heat exhaustion and stroke can occur if the proper precautions aren’t adhered to when working outside. It is very important that workers stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to guard against heat illness. Crews should be aware of both the signs & symptoms, as well as the proper response when they occur.
Heat, however, is not the only weather factor faced during the summer months. June 1st marked the start of hurricane season. “Hurricane Alley” encompasses 90% of the Vecellio Group Companies’ locations, beginning in Florida and moving up the coast to North Carolina and Virginia. Always follow company guidelines for hurricane safety when extreme weather is identified in your area.
Scott Fowler (L) and David Asselin (R) present a Supervisor Safety Award to Hector Hernandez.
(L-R) Scott Fowler, Kyle Murray, Alejandro Mancada, Walt Pierce, Angel Soria, Dan Walker and David Asselin.
David Asselin (L) presents a Supervisor Safety Award to John Covarrubias
Supervisor John Parker (R) presents a Safety Award to Jacquelin Gerrier.
Jamie Timming, VP of Operations for Ranger Construction, kicks off the Annual Safety Event in West Palm Beach, FL.
National Workzone Awa 2024
reness week & orange day 2024
Vecellio Group Partners With FDOT And Job Corps Miami Promoting Careers In Bridge/Road Construction
In April, Vecellio Group’s Human Resources organization participated in an FDOT Construction Career Event (CCE) which was hosted in partnership with Job Corps Miami.
The event was held at the Miami Job Corps campus for approximately 200 young adults between the ages of 16 and 24. The majority of the participants were selected from their construction trades courses, and showing interest in building careers in the road & bridge construction industry upon graduation.
Participants also included recent Job Corps Trade Course graduates residing in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Any participant who was eligible to begin working in 2024 was able to immediately interview with their companies of choice during the event.
Fernanda Warren, Human Resources, shows prospective candidates a presentation (above) and provides company details (below) regarding the opportunities and benefits available to all Vecellio Group employees.
Alex Montaner (Workforce Development Program Lead, Quest Corp. of America), stands with Fernanda Warren and Bernard Johnson (Center Director, Miami Job Corps) before the event opening (bottom left).
RETIREMENTS
Jeff’s positive attitude was contagious and he always kept morale at the highest level. His constant dedication and contributions to the operation of our asphalt plants will be greatly missed.
Employee Dependents Earn FL Scholarships
The Florida Transportation Builders Association (FTBA) has announced their scholarship winners for 2024, and three of those scholarships were received by dependents of Vecellio Group, Inc. employees.
Ryleigh Butz, daughter of Cory Butz, Director of Operations - Marine for Vecellio & Grogan, will receive an FTBA scholarship that will pay $1,000 per year over four years.
Elizabeth Jacobs, daughter of Edwin Jacobs, Project Manager at Ranger Construction, also earned a scholarship from FTBA. She will receive a one-time scholarship of $1,500.
Jaden Browning, son of Doug Browning, Controller at Ranger, has been awarded scholarships from both FTBA and the Asphalt Contractors Association of Florida (ACAF).
FTBA awarded Jaden the Bob’s Barricades/Don Humphrey Memorial Scholarship worth $2,000 per year for four years.
The Florida Asphalt Scholarship Program (part of ACAF) awarded Jaden the prestigious Chair’s Scholarship for 2024 through 2027 totalling $10,000 over the four-year period.
Congratulations to Ryleigh, Elizabeth, and Jaden for recognition of their outstanding accomplishments.
IN MEMORIAM
The Vecellio Group extends deepest sympathies to the family, friends and coworkers of those we
Yurizan Anderson
Yurizan Anderson started at White Rock Quarries in 2004. Over her 20 years in the business, she was known for her hard work, empathy, loyalty, and integrity…all extremely important traits for a Manager of Human Resources.
Yurizan’s coworkers praised her for her ability to balance being an advocate for employees while always operating in the best interest of the company. Her organizational skills and willingness to help others did not go unnoticed, and she will be greatly missed by the entire White Rock team as she begins her retirement.
Jeffrey W. Hart
Jeff Hart started his career with Ranger Construction in 1996 as a welder in the mechanical shop. During his first 12 years he worked at both the Fort Pierce and West Palm Beach plants. His fabrication and mechanical skills were an asset to not only the shops, but also the asphalt plants.
In 2008, Jeff became a full-time plant employee and played a significant role in the success of all our asphalt facilities. Jeff’s ability to troubleshoot, detect and resolve issues was invaluable to our operations, and his work was always performed with high quality.
Hector S. Lopez Gatomo
Hector Lopez Gatomo began his career with Ranger Construction in January 2006. He started as a Roller Operator for the asphalt crew before taking some time away from the business. After returning, he remained a Roller Operator only this time for the grading crew.
Hector was a dedicated worker who completed 13 years with Ranger. His expertise and work ethic will be greatly missed by everyone he worked with, and we wish wish him a very happy retirement.
Leonard A. Meyers
Leonard Meyers began his career with Murray Logan Construction in 2009. He proved to be a dedicated, honest, and reliable employee, and both customers and coworkers alike appreciated his work ethic and customer service focus.
Leonard traveled one and a half hours each way to work every day and was always on time. He supervised the rock pit operation in charge of scheduling deliveries, ensuring quality of materials, and collecting COD payments. Not to mention, he was one of the finest equipment operators in the business. He will be missed by all of his coworkers.
Miguel Moya
Miguel Moya began his career with Ranger in 2005. His journey began as a dump truck driver. Because of his unmatched dependability and work ethic, Miguel quickly became a lead driver.
Miguel’s coworkers remember him as a good friend and dedicated family man. He will be missed by the entire Ranger organization
Richard J. Tompkins
Richard Tompkins was only with Sharpe Bros. for a few months. Although he was new to field work, Richard was a fast learner and had a great deal of pride in his work.
His can-do attitude and positive work ethic will be missed by everyone he worked with at Sharpe Bros and the Vecellio Group as a whole.
lost during the first half of 2024. They will be missed by all.
The Vecellio Group extends best wishes to those who retired in the first half of 2024. Their many years of valued service are greatly appreciated!
Photos by event photographers
GREAT JOB ! WELCOME ABOARD!
The Vecellio Group welcomes new members of the management team (in italics), along with new and returning employees who have completed their introductory periods through May 31, 2024!
Hal Jones Contractor
Derby, Christopher D. - Bridge Superintendent
Hamilton, Michael K.Bridge Superintendent Scordato, Steven - Bridge Superintendent
Abreu Vera, Luis Durham Jr., Oliver R. Fuller, George Hawkins, Michael Horning II, Henry D. Hughes, Curtis D. Jackson, Charles M. Law, Stephen A. McCoy, Ronald L. Parker, Lewis A. Perez Jr., Manuel J. Polk III, Joe C. Powell, Daeten C. Rayman, Wayne D. Reid, Willie L. Wickware, Joshua S.
Murray Logan Construction
Nelson, Michael A.Working Foreman, Pipe
Ranger Construction
Abreu Armenteros, Iran Alaniz, Joel Arencibia Martinez, Omar Aurelien, Mackenson Baum, Christian V. R. Bepler, Brandon T. Blackwood, Brian C. Bonapfel Jr., Douglass F. Brito Jr., Cesar R. Britt, Travis Lee Brown, Gerrell D. Callin, Morgan C. Campo, Eduardo Cisneros, Kevin A. Clarke, Armond J. Cobb, Greivondra Aaquasha Cothran, James R. Ducinvil, Stevenson Duval, Karen
Engle, Joseph E. Espinal, Carlos Fairrow, Travis J. Fernandez Canterero, Denis
Fernandez Collazo, Yaidel Flowers, Jhirmack L. Gil Leyva, Miguel Gonzalez-Feliciano, Aleric J. Goodwin-Andrade, Aubrey P. Govoruhk, Justin W. Green II, Richard H. Griffin, William A. Hall, Danterius T. Harrison Sr., Anthony R. Hart, Clifford L. Hernandez Batista, Dagoberto Hernandez Viera, Miguel Isaac, Arnic A.
Johnson, Raymond Alfonso
Jones, Cameron D.
Jordan, Michael R. Joseph, Patricia Stephaine Kiser Jr., Randall M. Labardy, Tales
Lobdell, Drew D. Love Jr., Calvin N. Matukas, Robert A. McKinnon, Willie J. Melendez Batista, Luis A.
Moore IV, Stanley A. Morris, Deron V. Newhouse, Barry J. Nosal, Michael J. Olson, Regina Roxanne Orelien, Tisera
Owens, Kimberly R. Peart, Cardel M. Perez, Gabriel Perlis, Daniel Phillips, Reysean Y. Picos, Jorge Polimine Jr., John Raglin, Stephan L. Reynoso, Moises G. Rice, Chad A.
Robinson Jr., James R.
Rodriguez Tirado, Rodolfo Romero Perez, Mohamed Ross Jr., Warrick L. Roush, Christopher L. Terello
Tatavitto, Charles W. L.
Thomas Jr., Jimmy G.
Turner, Robert L.
Urssing, Karen G. Valdez, Clemente
Valle, Keyano
Wagner, Timothy A.
Wiethorn, Andrew
Williams, Antoine Demetris
Wilson, Albert L.
Young, Barry
Zappani, Maximo
Sharpe Bros.
Alfaro Martinez, Franklin A.
Alvarez, Ethan S.
Azamar Nunez, Alberto
Blackwell III, Robert D.
Dennis, Carson A.
Gomez, Lorenzo
Henriquez Rodriguez, Santos
Martinez Cueva, Julian
Meadows, Randolph D.
Panesso, Jose L.
Sexton, James L.
Stover, Dakota S.
Torres Ortiz, Jorge E.
Vecellio & Grogan
Daher, Jamell D. - Working Foreman, Bridge
Leota, Talu - Assistant
Bridge Superintendent
Reardon, Dennis V. -
Working Foreman, Bridge
Arroyo Higuera, Angel
Certain, Patrick G.
Darra Jr., Doug M.
Dunkley, Jiquel O.
Eberhardt, Amanda J.
Felso, John A.
Flanagan, Timothy P.
Fuqua, Timothy L.
Gamez Lumas, Isaias
Gonzales, Angel L.
Gonzalez, Jorge A.
Greenberg, Stuart S.
Greene, Alexia D.
Joseph, Austin R.
Luna Solorio, Arturo
Martinez Osorio, Santiago
Mattson, Daniel R.
Meador, James D.
Mendoza, Diego I.
Orndorff, Roger D.
Phan, Hai P.
Reynolds, Curtus L.
Salcedo, Miguel
Sales Gonzalez, Gustabo
Sales Perez, Fernando
Sales Perez, Genaro
Stevens IV, Charles R.
Thornton, Deborah K.
Tomas Ramos, Efren
Tomas Ramos, Odillo
Vecellio Mgmt. Svcs.
Williams-Russell, MirandaBenefits Manager
Ellis, Calvin Kelemen
Gordon, Jeremiah Benjamin
Puckett, Corey L.
Rios, Alba Patricia
Rivera Reyes, Jonaton Cristobal Smith, Ayon Russell
Zafra, Milagro Vecenergy
Alvizo, Emmanuel J. Aponte, Sebastian Barreto Jr., German Blackmon, Taras Dwight Durosier, Kenson Fleurinor, Ryheem Kimanni Morris, Charles Antuane Paolella, Dylon Thomas Towles, Tilman Charo Underhill, Matthew David White Rock Quarries
Acea Menendez, Frank Daniel Alfonso Dominguez, Antonio E.
Alvarez Careaga, Jiovani
Caito, Alexander T.
Camejo Romero, Juan C. Cortina Lacerra, Javier Diaz Mendez, William Fernandez, Damian Fernando Perez, Francisco Ferrer Ruiz, Adrian Gil Reyes, Juan C. Leon Zapata, Ramon Martinez Hernandez, Manuel Nunez Milian, Alexis Osorto Lagos, Walter Rodriguez Cruz, Juan Pablo Rojas, Anthony J. Romero Perez, Yorleidi Valdes Arregui, Eidel Vega, Oreste Ramon
The Vecellio Group proudly provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all persons, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or status as a qualified Vietnam-era, special-disabled or other protected veteran.
The Company maintains workplaces that are drug-free and do not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment or racial bias.
Congratulations to those receiving promotions through May 31, 2024! (management in italics.)
Hal Jones Contractor
Johnson, Michael D. Pile Driver Operator
Ranger Construction
Greenwood, Logan J. - Asphalt Superintendent
Leonard, Joseph J. - Milling Foreman
Lewis, Charles D.Trucking Foreman
Mills, Randal A. - Trucking Foreman
Santana Abrev, Eddie R.Asphalt Lead
Sofsky, Cole B. - Project Manager
Walker, Quentin J. - Asphalt Foreman
Carlson, Brynn R. - Project Engineer
Elijio, Alex Enrique - Shop Clerk
Francis, Kamara G.Accts. Rec. Administrator
Gentry, Amanda B. - Accts.
Payable Administrator
Landgraf, Austin C. - Asphalt Mill Operator
Simmons, James H. - Shop Mechanic Trainee
Suarez Quinones, Derik A.Utility Operator
Torres-Torres Melvin D.Bulldozer Operator
Sharpe Bros.
Lanier, Andrew J. - Asphalt Distributor Operator
Mireles-Sanchez, Fred Jr.Asphalt Paver Operator
Vecellio & Grogan
Daher, Jamell D. - Working Foreman, Bridge Mendez Molina, RudyBridge Carpenter Vo, Andy - Bridge Carpenter
White Rock Quarries
Alfonso Roca, Joysbel L.Truck Driver, Pit Cuello, Alberto - Plant Electrician
Fernandez Moscoso, LuisElectrician’s Helper
Fernandez Rodriguez, FidelPlant Electrician
Vecenergy
Martinez, Frank M. - Lead Terminal Operator
Barnes, Christian P.Terminal Operator Level 1
Barreto Jr., GermanTerminal Operator
Cannato, Jeremy K.Terminal Operator, Level II
Pacheco, Jessica A.Lab Technician I
In the last issue, a special safety award recipient was incorrectly identified. The photo below shows Nathaly Vargas (R), Tanker Driver, receiving an end-of-year award for her safe driving record with Ranger throughout 2023.
l Office s Asphalt Plant n Materials
HAL JONES CONTRACTOR HalJonesContractor.com
l 720 Talleyrand Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32202
P.O. Box 3257, Jacksonville, FL 32206
Phone: (904) 355-5885 • Fax: (904) 355-7648
MURRAY LOGAN CONSTRUCTION MurrayLogan.com
l 313 65th Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33413 Phone: 561-686-3948 • Fax: 561-686-7465
RANGER CONSTRUCTION RangerConstruction.com
South Division Office (and Ranger HQ)
l 1645 N. Congress Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33409
300 W Middle Rd., Port of Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Phone: (561) 844-5153 • Fax: (561) 848-5660
Florida — Portofino Terminal
1580 SE 26th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Phone: (954) 467-9775 • Fax: (954) 468-0003
Georgia — Macon Terminal
2476 Allen Road, Macon, GA 31216
Phone: (478) 788-5511 • Fax: (478) 781-6626
South Florida Petroleum Services (Port Everglades)
2550 Eisenhower Blvd. #12, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
Phone: (954) 467-9774 • Fax: (954) 467-9722
Ranger Construction Ahead Of Schedule At Palm Beach International Airport In Florida
Ranger Construction recently completed the reconstruction of Taxiway B north of Runway 10L-28R, as well as modi fications to Runway 14-32 at Palm Beach International Airport. Work at the airport included excavation, subgrade base placement, storm sewer installation, and new and modified electrical airfield lighting with new LED light fixtures.
Working with the Palm Beach County Department of Airports, Ranger has completed the majority of Phase 1 and all of Phase 2. The remaining portion of the $20.5 million project was completed three months ahead of the original schedule, which was September 2024.
