With the recent minimum wage boost to $10 per hour, staffing agencies are struggling to find qualified laborers for the construction field. By addressing the change now, recruiters will have a better idea how to
The vulnerability of the world’s manufacturing and distribution capacity was brought under the microscope after the global pandemic, as the novel coronavirus began wreaking havoc on how people buy and sell goods and services in
Only at Live Oak Contracting will you have the opportunity to work alongside a former firefighter whose entire life has pointed in one direction: Safety always comes first. Meet Live Oak Contracting’s new Safety Manager, Kris Lewin.
Where should you build your next multifamily community? We all know the 3 keys of real estate, and multifamily projects are no different. Location makes all the difference. Make your investment go further by deciding
Multifamily amenities will look different in the future thanks to the pandemic, but the demand for high-quality, modern features will always be present. Learn about some of the newest trends driven by the effects of
For decades, technological advances have allowed more workers to perform their jobs remotely than ever before. But in March 2020, the work-from-home movement gained an immediate and unprecedented following when the COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of
The varied effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to reveal themselves in sometimes surprising ways. Recently, a pandemic-spurred lumber shortage has presented problems for the housing and construction industries, particularly those concentrating in multifamily housing.
The style of a multifamily project can be crucial to the community’s success. Knowing the demographics of your intended renter will determine what the exterior and interior look like. But how does the modern style
The Jacksonville Business Journal recently announced its 2020 Fast 50 list, honoring the 50 companies in Jacksonville with the largest year-over-year revenue growth by percent.
CHARLESTON, S.C., (March 4, 2020) – The Spectrum Companies and Live Oak Contracting today celebrated the groundbreaking of one of greater Charleston’s most distinctive apartment communities, featuring 345 luxury apartment homes and amenities designed to
For the second year in a row, Live Oak Contracting has been selected as one of Jacksonville Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Northeast Florida. This award recognizes local companies with excellent morale, engagement,
Live Oak Contracting is partnering with Sneakers Bar and Grill and The Mark Brunell Show to provide toys to the children affected by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas.
Jake Bennett is a Project Engineer at Live Oak Contracting. After studying construction at UNF, Jake joined our team and was the Project Manager on our recent office build-out. PLEASE TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT
On Thursday, September 26th, Live Oak Contracting and partners broke ground on San Marco Crossing. This two-phase, $69.2 million project is located along Philips Highway in Jacksonville, Florida. San Marco Crossing is expected to be
The importance of a solid foundation is a given in construction, but not all foundations are alike. Many factors determine the type of foundation that will be used on a multifamily project, especially if the
A strong leader can make or break a company. They need to be skilled at putting the right people in place on a team, know how to navigate their industry to find financial success, and
The average person spends nearly 90,000 hours at work during their lifetime, making the design of the office space itself very important. Live Oak is especially proud of our office as our team built-out the
Live Oak Contracting was recently recognized as #6 on GC Magazine’s list of The Best Tenant Improvement (Office) Contractors in Jacksonville, Florida. The article highlights our recent build-out of our new office in Downtown Jacksonville. GC
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 has prompted a recent southern migration as Americans experienced an increase in their disposable income and a dip in their taxes. As a result, renters are
Tuesday, June 18th Live Oak Contracting celebrated the groundbreaking of Olea at Nocatee, a $22 million active adult apartment community located in Nocatee, FL. With an anticipated completion date of winter 2021, the community will
The Live Oak Contracting team was proud to accept the 2019 Canopy Award for Treemendous Corporate Stewardship for our work with Greenscape of Jacksonville. The ceremony took place at The Mayors Environmental Luncheon which recognizes
Live Oak Contracting has been named #4 on a list of the Best Multifamily Contractors in Jacksonville from GC Magazine. GC Magazine is the first magazine focused on general contractors with the goal of highlighting
Many factors go into the preparation of a job site before building and development can begin, involving a range of different preparatory tasks depending on the condition of the site’s environment. The term “sitework” encompasses
Jacksonville-based Multifamily and Commercial Contractor Reaches New Business Milestone April 25th, 2019 marked the 5-year anniversary of Live Oak Contracting, a Jacksonville-based multifamily and commercial contractor with projects spanning across the East Coast of the
Live Oak Contracting believes in building long term partnerships based on integrity. From our Clients to our team of professionals, we incorporate a collaborative approach to every project, ensuring the highest quality product delivered on time and in budget.