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ORB Seeks Project Manager/Site Construction Manager
ORB Management Corporation is accepting applications for a Project Manager/Site Construction Manager. Position includes managing the planning, design and construction process for commercial building projects. The successful candidate would work closely with ORB’s real estate and business development personnel to help customers develop an overall project plan for their new facility or business expansion; and, continue with project management through facility occupancy. Qualified candidates will have minimum 10 years experience in managing the planning, design and construction process for commercial facilities; effective communication skills, both verbal and written; the ability to multi-task multiple projects successfully to completion and must be proficient in Word, Outlook and Excel. Construction project management software experience a plus. Degree in Construction Management; Construction Engineering; or Architecture preferred; ORB Management is an established planner, developer and builder located in the Alexandria lakes area. Further company details can be found at www.orbmanagement.biz Please submit resume and salary requirements to:
ORB Management Corporation
attn: Beth Telander
123 3rd Ave E, Suite 100
Alexandria, MN 56308
beth.telander@orbmanagement.biz Top of Page
ATCC Foundation Hall Ground Breaking
August 17, 2011 - ORB Management Corporation broke ground on the Alexandria Technical & Community College Foundation (ATCC Foundation) Student Housing project with a completion date of August 1, 2012. The Student Housing facility and Welcome Center will be in full operation for the 2012 academic school year. Top of Page
ATCC Foundation Engages ORB as Design/Builder
February 24, 2011 - The Alexandria Technical & Community College Foundation (Foundation) engages ORB Management Corporation as the Design/Builder of their first Student Housing project to be located adjacent to the Alexandria Technical & Community College (ATCC).
The ATCC Foundation Student Housing project consists of a 4-story, 60,000 square foot, 150 bed suite-style facility. The facility will also include 2,200 square feet dedicated to a Welcome Center. The project will consists mostly of 4-bedroom units. Each unit will have individually locked bedrooms with private storage spaces, shared bathrooms, a full kitchen/dining area, and a common living area. Also, each unit will be equipped with designer furniture in the living/dining areas, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi access and cable TV. Additional on-site amenities of the property include laundry rooms on each floor, high-speed internet, electronically controlled, secure building access and a residence life program with On-Site Management.
The suite-style campus housing has been researched extensively and modeled after successful programs at other regional institutions such as St. Cloud State University and Augsburg College. The suite-style housing is designed to instill independent living skills and accountability in the students. There will be a resident building manager and R.A.s on each floor who will actively oversee the students and monitor their accountability. Top of Page
OCC leases space in Bedman Building
December 27, 2010 - The Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has committed to lease approximately 3,800 SF of office space in the Bedman Building located at 123 3rd Avenue East, Alexandria, Minnesota. On behalf of the building ownership group, ORB Management responded to the OCC's Request for Proposals to lease space in the Alexandria area. The OCC selected The Bedman building over other locations based on the completeness and competitiveness of ORB's response. In addition to the development work, ORB Management will be providing project planning and Construction Management services for the OCC’s office relocation that will accomoidate 13 personnel. Occupancy is scheduled for fall of 2011. Top of Page
Grant County selects ORB for historic courthouse renovation
December 27, 2010 - The Grant County Courthouse, originally built in 1905, has served the citizens of Grant County for over a century. The courthouse, which is currently listed on the Minnesota Historic Registry, will undergo significant upgrades. While maintaining its historical aesthetics, the Grant County Courthouse Rehabilitation, Modernization, & Energy Improvement Project will include a renovation of mechanical and electrical systems; window and roof replacement; tuckpointing and masonry repair; and, structural enhancements and new interior finishes.
In May, ORB Management responded to an Office of Energy Security (OES) Facility Cost-Share Grant RFP on behalf of Grant County and was selected to receive funding equivalent to 50% of the window replacement costs. Annual energy savings due to the window replacement are calculated to be over $8,700. ORB is excited to provide Construction Management services and assist the community with the rehabilitation of this historic building. Top of Page
ORB Management chosen for Cook County Community Center Project
At the Tuesday, November 9, 2010, Cook County Board meeting in Grand Marais, MN, the County Attorney, Tim Scannell, presented a final Construction Management and Consulting Agreement naming ORB Management as their Construction Manager/Owner Representative for a new community center -- pool complex.
At the Sept. 21st Cook County Board meeting, Diane Booth, Community Center Director, on behalf of the community center steering committee, recommended ORB Management Corporation. The committee interviewed six other firms.
Tom Wacholz, ORB’s President, has been facilitating the project planning process with the steering committee, which includes representatives from multiple public/governing agencies in the region. According to Wacholz, “This will be a landmark destination in Cook County, representing local industry as well as the natural environment; it will be a highly durable and sustainable facility – a true collaboration of energy efficiency, environmental stewardship and cost consciousness.” Committee member, Dave Tersteeg added, “This will be the kind of center other communities will visit to get inspired!" Top of Page
Community Center Project Gets The Go-Ahead
September 25, 2010, Cook County News Herald - The first of the seven potential capital improvement projects to be funded by the new county 1% sales and use tax is about to be launched.
At the Tuesday, September 21, 2010 county board meeting, commissioners authorized county Auditor-Treasurer Braidy Powers and Attorney Tim Scannell to start work on negotiating a contract with an "owner's rep" that would walk the county through the process of building a new community center and pool. On behalf of a community center steering committee, current Community Center Director Diane Booth recommended ORB Management Corporation out of Alexandria, Minnesota. Commissioner Jim Johnson (or alternate commissioner Fritz Sobanja) and a committee member will be involved as well.
The committee based an estimated facility cost of $8-12 million on what the county currently spends to operate existing recreation facilities. The committee anticipates hiring both an owner's rep and a construction manager for a total cost of 4 1/2 to 5 1/2 percent of the project. A subcommittee will be pursuing the possibility of grants and a capital fundraising campaign to help pay for the facility.
The committee interviewed numerous firms that could act as owner reps. Booth distributed a document indicating that ORB was their first choice because the company "1) has team-building and relationship skills that set them apart from other firms..., 2) their organizational skills, both on paper and in person, were extraordinary, [and] 3) they have a lot of experience working in rural communities and have a track record of being able to award 70-80 percent of the work that could be locally done to local contractors."
Still being considered are various options for location of the building, including adding on to Cook County High School, attaching it to the school via an indoor walkway, or having it stand alone on county property just west of the school.
In an information packet prepared for the county board, the steering committee stated that Cook County Community Education might be a good candidate for running the community center. It also suggested the possibility of forming an advisory council comprised of the Community Education Advisory Council, the Cook County Community Center board, and Friends of the Pool.
In the official application for 1% funds, the steering committee described its vision of the economic or social benefits the facility would provide the county. "A facility that can accommodate large groups and conferences comfortably could serve as a gathering location for both local and visiting groups. Grand Marais does not have current access to such a facility. Recreation facilities attached in and surrounding the building would only enhance guests coming to the area and provide added local family benefits for health and fitness."
The committee believes that if the project starts now, the facility could be up and running by fall of 2012. Top of Page
ATCC Foundation Engages ORB to Conduct Student Housing Feasibility Study
June 18, 2010 - ORB Management was engaged to assist members of the Alexandria Technical & Community College Foundation (ATCC Foundation) in determining the feasibility of developing a student housing facility to support the Alexandria Technical & Community College (ATCC). Supported by the development of conceptual facility plans, specifications and probable cost estimates, the financial feasibility of bringing student housing to the ATCC Foundation was evaluated. Top of Page
ORB exceeds GREEN goal!
Alexandria, MN - April 12, 2010 The final recycling statement for the Colorful Seasons Garden Center project is in and the report is excellent.
This winter was the start of ORB's mandatory job site recycling initiative and Colorful Seasons was the first project completed under the requirement to recycle at least 50% of materials generated from demolition and construction debris. The Colorful Seasons project team had an additional goal to divert 75% materials from the waste stream.
Rob Barse, LEED AP, ORB Project Coordinator, clarifies "The final recycling report from Tom Kramer, Inc. showed that we recycled 84% (by weight) of all demolition/construction debris (58% by volume). All in all, regardless of how the waste is measured, we achieved the 50% requirement! If measured by weight, we also attained the project goal. This is a fine testimony to ORB's sustainable building practice initiative."
According to Tom Wacholz, ORB President/Owner, "Recognition in large part goes to Colorful Seasons Garden Center owners Bob and Lynelle Brickweg for embracing the challenge, to Tradesmen Construction for actually executing on the goal, and to Jesse Leimkuhl, ORB Construction Manager, for managing the sustainable job site efforts -- their dedication to follow through with the initiative made the difference. Now that the bar is set, our goal is to top it on the Alexandria Police Station and Valley View Healthcare and Rehab (Houston, MN) projects."
ORB Management, founded in 2002, specializes in Project Planning, Construction Management, Real Estate Development services and Facility Diagnostics. Top of Page
Demolished but not dumped - New strategy recycles materials from razed buildings
Echo Press, December 23, 2009 - An Alexandria business has stepped up its recycling efforts - with the help of other local businesses.
ORB Management, a construction management firm headquartered in the lakes area, recently began recycling at demolition job sites.
The company's new recycling efforts began at the recent demolition site of Colorful Seasons, a long-time Alexandria business, according to Lois Sinn Lindquist, ORB business development.
Sinn Lindquist explained that ORB adopted a policy for all upcoming construction sites where, at a minimum, it will recycle 50 percent of all job site materials, measured by weight. The "stretch goal" she said, is to recycle at least 75 percent of all job site materials.
At the Colorful Seasons demolition, materias were separated into bins - 30-yard dumpsters for metal and wood and a 12-yard dumpster for concrete.
Once the materials were separated - either by machine or by hand - they were taken off site and brought to different businesses for recycling.
Sinn Lindquist said the concrete went to Central Specialties, metals were brought to Phillips Recycling, the wood was sent to Glenwood Demolition Disposal and all corrugated and cardboard were brought to Waste Management.
She explained that eventually, ORB Management would likely recycle insulation and sheetrock, but that currently, those materials are not recyclable in Minnesota.
"Being good stewards of the Earth is important," said Sinn Lindquist, who added that not only is recycling good for the environment, but it's good for the businesses.
She said there is a dollar value to the owners from the sale of the recycled materials.
"When you're recycling, you are doing the right thing," said Sinn Lindquist. "Plus it's really fun and good for all generations."
Recycling isn't new to ORB Management, she added. The office does its fair share of recycling. In fact, Sinn Lindquist noted that the roof of the ORB Management office on 3rd Avenue is made out of recycled tires.
In addition, instead of printing off large-scale copies of plans for whatever building project the firm is working on, Sinn Lindquist said it posts plans to its website for contractors to view. For those who may not have access to a computer or the capabilities to open the plans online, she said plans can be viewed at the ORB office or they can be printed.
Sinn Lindquist credited ORB Management's president and owner, Tom Wacholz, for taking the lead on this project and for the recycling efforts of ORB.
"ORB wants to take care of the environment as best it can," she said, adding that Wacholz said, "It's about tomorrow." Top of Page
Barse attends GREENBUILD 2009
Alexandria, MN November 14, 2009 - Rob Barse, LEED AP, Project Coordinator for ORB Management Corp., was one of 27,000 attendees at the recent Greenbuild 2009 conference held in Phoenix, AZ (Nov 11-13) featuring a tradeshow floor of 1800+ booths.
"LEED is no longer an option; rather an industry standard. It is critical that we, as Construction Managers, walk the talk." Barse confirms that 30% of LEED credits are achieved during the construction phase.
ORB continues to act on their statement: committed to GREEN building practices on all projects. Top of Page
Bremer Bank, Wahpeton, chooses ORB as Owner's Rep
Alexandria, MN October 26, 2009 - Jana Berndt, President/Marketing Manager, Bremer Bank, Wahpeton, ND, contracted with ORB Management Corp. as Owner's Rep. on the new Bremer Bank to be constructed at their new location in Wahpeton, ND.
Ground breaking is scheduled for early December with new construction on the 4,500 sq. ft. enclosed building beginning immediately thereafter. A June 2010 opening is scheduled for the new bank building. Top of Page
Colorful Seasons chooses ORB as Construction Manager
Alexandria, MN October 6, 2009 - Bob and Lynelle Brickweg, Owners, Colorful Seasons, contracted with ORB Management Corp. as CM on the new Colorful Seasons Garden Center to be constructed on the current Colorful Seasons site, 3400 Dakota Street, Alexandria.
Demolition of existing facilities is scheduled for early December with new construction on the 8,114 sq. ft. enclosed building beginning immediately thereafter. An April 2010 opening is scheduled for the new Garden Center. Top of Page
Just 4.5 Months…We Did It! .
ORB Management led the development effort bringing together the VA, JLG Architects, D E Winter and Associates (commercial broker) and MoniClair Commons, LLC (landlord). In addition, ORB managed the construction (beginning March 25, 2009), delivering the 9,915 sq. ft. project under budget and trimming 25% off the schedule.
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ORB engaged as Construction Manager for Valley View Healthcare & Rehab Transitional Care Unit Addition.
Alexandria, MN. August 28, 2009 - Valley View Healthcare & Rehab of Houston in SE MN has engaged ORB Management as the Construction Manager for the construction of a new Transitional Care Unit (TCU) addition. The TCU addition is the first of a four phase plan.
Chris Schulz, Administrator/CEO of Valley View, confirmed the Board of Directors selected ORB for not only their experience in healthcare facility construction, but also for ORB's commitment to their vision and mission. ORB's Vision: Create lasting facilities and lasting relationships while having a positive impact on people and community.
Design is underway with Pope Associates, an architectural firm based in St. Paul, MN. Top of Page
LifeSMILES Dentistry and ORB Management turn ceremonial first shovel of dirt for new clinic in Fergus Falls.
Alexandria, MN, August 25, 2009 - ORB Management Corporation and Drs. Todd McGovern and Mike Andrews, owners of LifeSMILES (aka Westridge Dental Center) tossed the ceremonial first shovel of dirt at the Fergus Falls new location. ORB Management is the Construction Manager of the 6000 sq.ft. new facility at 321 Western Ave. Occupancy is expected in Spring of 2010. Top of Page
ORB selected as CM for CTCCC remodel
August 3, 2009 - ORB Management Corporation has been engaged by Central Todd County Care Center as the Construction Manager for planned remodeling project. CTCCC, located in Clarissa, MN, provides a complete continuum of senior services to the seniors of its community and surrounding areas.
ORB Management Corporation, founded in 2002, is a professional services firm specializing in commercial project planning, construction management, real estate development and facility diagnostic services. Employing 12 people, ORB, committed to green building practices, manages projects in rural America. Top of Page
ORB selected as CM for new Joint Law Enforcement Center project in Alexandria, MN.
May 1, 2009 - ORB Management Corporation has been contracted by the City of Alexandria as the Construction Manager (CM) for the new 58,000 sq.ft, $12 million, Joint Law Enforcement Center (LEC) project. The project is a joint effort between the City of Alexandria and Douglas County. Pre-Construction (Phase I) is underway with estimating, scheduling and teaming with Ringdahl Architects on the conceptual design. ORB will provide CM services, from design to bidding to the execution of building the new LEC facility in Phase II which begins upon approval of conceptual design and budget, expected in August 2009.
ORB Management Corporation, founded in 2002, is a professional services firm specializing in commercial project planning, construction management, real estate development and facility diagnostic services. Employing 12 people, ORB, committed to green building practices, manages projects in rural America. Top of Page
ORB: YMCA's Construction Manager
April 22, 2009 - ORB Management Corporation, the Construction Manager for the new YMCA celebrated the official ground breaking today. The 56,000 sq.ft. facility on the 13 acre site at CR 82 and CR 45 is expected to open in the spring of 2010. The project has 39 contractors to date.
ORB Management Corporation, founded in 2002, is a professional services firm specializing in commercial project planning, construction management, real estate development and facility diagnostic services. Employing 12 people, ORB, committed to green building practices, manages projects in rural America. Top of Page
ORB begins project planning for ELEAH Medical Center, Elbow Lake, MN
April 22, 2009 - ORB Management Corporation is under contract with ELEAH Medical Center for project planning to provide options for either remodeling the existing facility in Elbow Lake or phasing out into a new facility.
ORB Management Corporation, founded in 2002, is a professional services firm specializing in commercial project planning, construction management, real estate development and facility diagnostic services. Employing 12 people, ORB, committed to green building practices, manages projects in rural America. Top of Page
ORB Management recruits Wade Cole as Sr. Project Manager
Alexandria, MN, April 8, 2009 – ORB Management Corporation is pleased to announce that Wade Cole has joined their organization as Sr. Project Manager.
Wade comes to ORB Management after fourteen years experience with Parsons Corporation, an international construction services firm headquartered in Pasadena, CA. With 28 years experience in the construction industry, Wade brings exceptional people and process skills from managing multi-million dollar construction projects in all market sectors, most notably hospitals, law enforcement, and schools. Some of his recent projects in our area include: Glacial Ridge Health System in Glenwood, MN; the Lakewood Health System in Staples, MN; the Underwood School District; the Williams County Law Enforcement Center in Williston, ND; and the Courthouse in Wahpeton, ND.
ORB’s growing client base is in sync with the addition of Wade. Tom Wacholz, President/Owner, says “Wade is a solid individual and a top-notch professional - a glove fit with our people and culture. His background and talent will help us improve our services, expand our capabilities, and meet the needs of our growth strategy in expanding markets.”
Cole remarks “Teaming with ORB Management affords me the opportunity to serve in our in our industry – both locally and regionally. Coming from an international company, I have long recognized ORB as a leader in the construction services industry due to their values, processes and approach.” Top of Page
New Veteran's Clinic -- ORB Management is the Developer, Design/Builder
March 12, 2009 - The St. Cloud Veteran's Affairs Medical Center has awarded a contract to Moniclair Commons, LLC, of Alexandria for a 10-year lease of the new Community Based Outpatient Clinic facility. ORB Management Corporation is the developer, design/builder. The 9,915 sq.ft. clinic expected to open in September 2009 will be located at 515 22nd Ave E in Alexandria. The VA CBOC will be staffed with more than 16 VA staff members, including physicians, an advanced practice nurse, a pharmacist, a social worker, a registered dietitian, several registered nurses and clinical / administrative support personnel.
ORB Management Corporation, founded in 2002, is a professional services firm specializing in commercial project planning, construction management, real estate development and facility diagnostic services. Employing 12 people, ORB, committed to green building practices, manages projects in rural America. Top of Page
Lois Sinn Lindquist, ORB Management, awarded Fairview Health Services Director Emeritus status
Alexandria, MN, December 30, 2008 – After nearly 14 years of committed governance service to Fairview Health Services, Lois Sinn Lindquist (ORB Business Development) was conferred the rare Director Emeritus status at their December 18th Board of Directors meeting in the Minneapolis Club, Minneapolis, MN. Lindquist, known for her commitment to measurement, best practice, and staff recognition in patient care, quality and patient safety, held multiple committee leadership posts during her tenure.
Fairview Health Services is a large, integrated health care system with seven hospitals, 50 primary care clinics, 37 specialty clinics, five urgent care clinics and a wide range of specialty service centers across Minnesota, providing care from prevention and disease management to the most complex of life-threatening injuries and illnesses as well as senior care and end-of-life services. University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview and University of Minnesota Children's Hospital, Fairview are part of this care network. Fairview, the University of Minnesota Academic Health Center and the University of Minnesota Physicians partner to educate and train two-thirds of Minnesota's health care professionals and provide medical services to citizens from across the state.
Lois works closely with Tom Wacholz, ORB’s President, in all their business development and marketing: “Lois brings a lot to our company – both professionally and personally – and uses her time and talents to help others. She is a model of our culture. This status with the Fairview Board is well deserved!” Top of Page
Rob Barse of ORB Management achieves LEED-AP status
Alexandria, MN, December 11, 2008 – Rob Barse, ORB Management Corporation Project Coordinator, has achieved the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED-AP) status.
Barse, a graduate of University of Wisconsin -- Eau Claire, with a BA degree in Entrepreneurial Studies has been with ORB since April 2007. His LEED-AP accomplishment is in keeping with ORB’s corporate vision of creating lasting facilities and lasting relationships while having a positive impact on people and community.
The current focus on “green” is changing the way businesses think about future development—spanning the planning, location, design, and construction of buildings and other critical infrastructure. As ORB’s first LEED-AP, Barse will work with the company’s planning and construction professionals to seek solutions to energy and environmental challenges and track advances in green technologies. Green building practices can substantially reduce or eliminate negative environmental impacts & improve existing unsustainable design, construction and operational practices. Top of Page
ORB Management completes Edge Fitness facility in Moorhead
Alexandria, MN, December 4, 2008 – ORB Management Corporation managed the 32,000 sq. ft. remodel of Edge Fitness in Moorhead, MN. Sam Lauer, ORB Field Engineer, guided the project.
“The Edge” sports racquetball courts, cardio equipment, weight machines, free weights and tanning facilities. Grand opening occurred December 1st Top of Page
ORB Management awarded new clinic for Westridge Dental Center in Fergus Falls
Alexandria, MN, November 3, 2008 – ORB Management Corporation has been selected by Drs Todd McGovern and Mike Andrews, owners of the Westridge Dental Center to manage the planning and building process of their clinic’s new construction in Fergus Falls, MN. Top of Page
Beth Telander Nominated for Top 20 Professionals
Alexandria, MN, October 24, 2008 - Beth Telander is the accounting/office manager and project cost manager for ORB Management Corporation.
She joined the company six years ago, near its beginning.
“ Now with more than $84 million in projects, it is clear that Ms. Telander has contributed mightily to the success of every project, the efficiency of our business systems and the management of ORB’s main office” noted owners Tom Wacholz, Kim Barse and Doug Garin.
Telander is noted for her integrity, organization, attention to detail, trustworthiness and team player attributes.
“A mentor to both her direct reports and to all new hires, regardless of their position, Beth takes ownership of their individual success as well as that of the corporation” the owners noted.
She serves on the Jefferson High School Marching Band board along with her husband, Mark. She is a graduate of the Leadership Alexandria program and strives to enhance her knowledge and be proactive in the construction industry through continuing education and the Jack Miller Institute.
On top of all that, the owners of ORB Management say that the customers love her! Top of Page
ORB announces completion of the StoneL Corporation project
Alexandria, MN, October 21, 2008 – ORB Management is proud to announce the completion of the StoneL Corporation project in Fergus Falls. The project consisted of a 30,000 sq ft manufacturing and office building. StoneL Corporation manufactures bus network systems to assist communication with field devices. StoneL Corporation is an international leader in their field. Thank you, StoneL Corporation for the opportunity to assist you in this exciting project. Top of Page
ORB Management Announces Launch of Facility Diagnostics Services
Alexandria, MN, October 20, 2008 –ORB Management has added Facility Diagnostics to our inventory of services. Facility Diagnostics is a complete and thorough assessment of the existing conditions of commercial properties – land, buildings and operating systems – along with recommendations for both suggested and required repairs, replacements or upgrades. ORB’s resources and relationships make Facility Diagnostics reliable and economical. Our team will consist of qualified, experienced professionals in facility design and construction, systems engineering, environmental analysis, commercial real estate and process management – planning, scheduling, estimating and team coordination. At ORB we remember that land, buildings and people are your largest investment and your number one assets. Top of Page
Dr. Frank Cerra to speak on preparing the healthcare workforce for the aging and rural populations.
Alexandria, MN, May 16, 2008 – ORB Management Corporation announces a presentation by Dr. Frank B. Cerra, MD, Senior Vice President for Health Sciences at the University of Minnesota Academic Health Center, on May 21, 2008, at Arrowwood Resort in Alexandria, Minnesota.
Dr. Cerra will speak about the U of M’s recently released report on the state of training for healthcare workers to meet the care needs of aging and rural populations. He will share how the University is responding to this challenge, and engage the participants in this critical and important discussion. Attendees will include business leaders, healthcare leaders, and elected officials. Top of Page
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