BATTEN | SHAW CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYEE NEWSLETTER VOLUME 1 • MARCH 2023

A New Look and Feel By Shawn Dickenson

This issue:

You may have noticed a new look and feel to some things around Batten | Shaw. We are purposely making an effort to refresh and coordinate the look that we are presenting internally and externally.

A New Look and Feel Page 01

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By this point, everyone should have their new business cards - a simplified and clean look.

A Story about Taking Risks Page 02

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The artwork throughout the office has been refreshed with projects celebrating recent completions.

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We are nearly complete with updating everyone’s headshot photos. These photos will be used in our proposal resumes and in the updated email signatures we are pushing out.

We are also back to publishing our Employee Newsletter! You may notice that there is a new look and feel to this newsletter as well. We’ve tried to cut a bit of the extras out so we can focus on the work you do. This issue includes project updates, awards of recognition, new upcoming projects, and some personal employee news . So take a minute and flip through this issue of Batten | Shaw’s Employee Newsletter and get “The Update”.

Awards of Recognition Page 03 Community Service Page 04 Recent Projects Awarded Page 04 Project Updates Page 05 New & Returning Employees Page 12 Getting Personal Page 13

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A S t o ry a b o u t Ta k i n g R i s k s

By: Worth Scott Late in 2022 we received our final certificate of occupancy in Bend, the overall scope. The addition was completed and the renovation was Oregon to wrap up an incredibly successful project. The job was first well on its way when Mark decided he was ready to step back into brought to us by Amsurg to see if we were interested in 2019. Our retirement. Around the same time, we were fortunate to have Charles interest was questionable considering there are 2,238 miles separating Draper reach out to us about employment. Charles came from a trade Nashville and Bend. We have worked for Amsurg for more than 20 partner on the job and thankfully saw opportunity to grow his career with years and could not be more thankful for our relationship, but this was us. With Charles hired as an assistant superintendent, Dan Harris was new territory. We have been partners on many projects and considering able to step up, take the lead role and finish the project. On the tail end the distance and unfamiliar design team on this one the corporate team of the project Steve Bongiovanni thankfully fulfilled a project at Amsurg preferred us on the job. While this seemed like a slam dunk, management void and has done an outstanding job stepping in and we had a lot of work to do inserting ourselves into a market and region finishing the job. that we did not have much experience. We all knew there was going to But there is more to the story……It's hard not to mention to folks that we be risk involved on a project of this size so far away. were working in Oregon. It was different and fun to talk about. Quickly, Herb Seloff, Mike Ford, Shawn Dickenson, and then entire preconstruction team put together an outstanding RFP response for the job and we were excitingly awarded. In due time, we went to contract for the core and shell project and knew we would finalize the contract for the build-out with Amsurg as the design was completed. As the entire job moved forward it became the largest Amsurg project we have built to date based on the size of 48,750 square feet and a price of $19,036,000. As we were finalizing and negotiating the contract, the pandemic was in full swing. We were all nervous and tentative if the job would actually push forward. We had other projects that had been shelved, paused, or reduced due to the economic factors of the pandemic on the business of healthcare. Herb Seloff and I flew to Oregon a couple times to interview subcontractors and prepare for construction. I remember being among very few passengers on the airplane and maybe the only guests in the hotel. We reserved an entire conference room to have interviews with just a couple of folks in order to keep our distance. In the midst of conversations with subcontractors and the design team, we continued to hear the name Mark Kneeshaw. He was a superintendent that had retired in the area. While we had a field team planned to travel in, it made good sense to reach out and interview Mark about running the project. Quickly, we could see Mark was an outstanding fit for Batten Shaw Construction and the project. At the same time, Dan Harris was finishing up a project in Nashville and stepped up to travel with his family across the country so he could be an assistant superintendent on the job. As things moved forward, we had assembled an "A Team". The project was a 2 story addition to the existing surgery center, but it continued to grow and a renovation of the existing space was added to

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we heard from another legacy client in LifePoint there was a project in McMinnville, OR we had an opportunity to compete for. Based on our knowledge and team, it was a quick decision to go for the job. In time, we were awarded the Willamette Cancer Center project and work is just now starting. Continuing on, we were approached by HCA to see if we were interested in a project in Anchorage, Alaska. While this is still a good distance from Bend or McMinnville, our ability to perform in the Pacific Northwest gave us the confidence to chase this project. We were awarded, and this project is expected to start in the next few months. Just like it's was interesting to mention we are working in Bend, we let clients know we have a project upcoming in Anchorage and have received another opportunity we are chasing down. Why does any of this matter? I think you can go back to the beginning and see we decided to take a good calculated risk, but that risk led to……. • • • • • • •

Our largest project with Amsurg A stable job in the middle of the pandemic Mark Kneeshaw joining our team Dan Harris growing from an Asst Superintendent to a Superintendent (Congrats Dan!) Charles Draper joining our team Willamette Project Award with LifePoint Anchorage Project Award with HCA I'm thankful for our Long Term Relationships with clients and our hard working employees that continue to take on a challenge turning it into new opportunities. I believe these are just a few examples of many positive outcomes stemming from the project in Oregon. Great job everyone!

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Awa r d s o f R e c o g n i t i o n BATTEN | SHAW CONSTRUCTION RECEIVES ABC DIAMOND LEVEL STEP AWARD For the fourth year in a row, Batten | Shaw Construction has been recognized by the ABC for our commitment to Safety. This year we were again awarded the ABC’s Highest Award Level of Diamond. Thank you to everyone involved who help keep safety a focus on all of our projects, because Safety is Everyone's Responsibility.

AB C E X C E L L E N C E I N C O N S T R U C T I O N AW AR D Batten | Shaw Construction was awarded the ABC Excellence in Construction Award for the construction of the TOA Westlawn Medical Office Building. This 54,000 square feet, three story medical office building was constructed on 4 acres. Within the footprint of the building a full service rehabilitation center was constructed including an MRI, x-ray rooms, hand therapy, rehabilitation gym, and exam/procedure rooms. The exterior consisted of over 100,000 square feet of permeable pavers, four types of building cladding, and two entrance canopies. AG C B U I L D T E N N E S S E E AW AR D Batten | Shaw Construction received the AGC Build Tennessee Award for Vanderbilt—Ingram Cool Springs Breast and Cancer Center. Constructing a 15,000 square feet renovation in a fully operational facility presented multiple challenges including planning for a new air handling system coming on line in phases to ensure safe installation around a high risk patient population. Through planning in a team atmosphere (with the client, architect, staff, and trade partners) our team was able to successfully bring the project to completion.

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Community Service Did you know that according to the latest study, 1 in 8 Middle and West Tennessee residents are food insecure? These individuals have limited access to enough food to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Batten | Shaw had a crew volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank on March 4th to combat food insecurity in Middle Tennessee. Our crew helped sort 8,004 pounds of food which equates to approximately 6,670 meals that will be distributed to those affected by food insecurity. From Left to Right: Aaron Talbot, Shawn Dickenson, Jason Koontz, Pam Carter Bassett, Casey Talbot, Evan Summerville, Billy Byrd, Danny Shaw

R e c e n t P r o j e c t Awa r d s Business Development, Marketing, Preconstruction, and Operations have all been busy behind the scenes garnering the next group of projects. The following represent projects that will be starting in the near future. Alaska Regional Nuc Med and Cath Lab Renovation Anchorage, Alaska

Vanderbilt University Medical Center S2100 Office Renovations Nashville, Tennessee

SOVA Health Danville Emergency Department Expansion & Renovation Danville, Virginia

Oral and Facial Surgery Center of Dickson Dickson, Tennessee

Vanderbilt 100 Oaks 3rd Floor Renovaiton and Expansion Nashville, Tennessee

Middle Tennessee Bond & Joint Interior Renovations Phase 2 Columbia, Tennessee

Grace Place Ministries Multifamily Residences for Single Mothers Hendersonville, Tennessee

Memorial Health University Medical Center NICU Expansion and Renovation Savannah, Georgia

SugCenter El Paso Ambulatory Surgery Center El Paso, Texas

Anderson 6664 Nolensville Multi-Family Complex Nolensville, Tennessee

SOVA Health Danville Cath Lab Replacement Danville, Virginia

SOVA Health Danville Linear Accelerator Replacement Danville, Virginia

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P r o j e c t U p d at e s | C o m p l e t e d

Brandon Aydt

Senior Project M anager

Logan Scott

As s i s t a n t P r o j e c t M a n a g e r

Brian Mangrum Superintendent

Al a n L a w l e s s Estimator

1 9 2 , 0 0 0 s q u a r e f e e t Ap a r t m e n t C o m p l e x w i t h 1 9 9 U n i t s

S c o t t An d r e w s Project M anager

Evan Summerville As s i s t a n t P r o j e c t M a n a g e r

B i l l y B yr d

Superintendent

Code Compliance Upgrades

S c o t t An d r e w s Project M anager

Evan Summerville As s i s t a n t P r o j e c t M a n a g e r

C h u c k W e yl a n d Superintendent

Chris Steinbach

As s i s t a n t S u p e r i n t e n d e n t

Code Compliance Upgrades

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P r o j e c t U p d at e s Dallas Spine and Joint Renovation | Dallas, Texas Project Team Doug Dawson, Project Executive Jason Koontz, Assistant Project Manager Pablo Canales, Superintendent Ashley Evans, Estimator

Project Update

Dallas Spine is a 6,200 square foot existing surgery center that was last operated pre-Covid; where Batten Shaw has been tasked with bring the facility up to code. Work has been to completely renovate the sterile processing plant, add private recovery bays, and increase storage capacity. Project overall is 50% Complete as of the end of February. March will see the project move towards wall finishes and flooring. Project is set to complete at the end of April with State Health, and a full demobilization by May 4th.

The Elroy | Huntsville, Alabama Project Team Brandon Aydt, Senior Project Manager Tyler Pratt, Project Manager Daniel McCloud, Superintendent Alan Lawless, Estimator

Project Update

This is a 172,320 square feet multifamily project. We have stripped topsoil off the job site and have began mass grading operations. We will begin building pads and parking areas with concrete footings following the building pad completion.

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P r o j e c t U p d at e s Fate Place & The Park | Fate, Texas Project Team Sam Brauns, Project Manager Mike Ford, Estimator Superintendent by R.A. Ramos General Contractors

Project Update

This 55,000 square feet mixed use project is a joint venture project with R.A. Ramos General Contractors for Ramston Capital. Currently grade beams are completed on both buildings and underground plumbing is in progress. Once plumbing is completed, void cartons will be installed, the slab poured and the CMU towers and structural steel will begin.

Lebanon Surgery Center Shell | Lebanon, Tennessee Project Team Brandon Aydt, Senior Project Manager Logan Scott, Assistant Project Manager Zack Rumsey, Senior Superintendent Ashley Evans, Estimator

Project Update

We are currently 50% complete with the project schedule of this 17,000 shell building. Starting in November, we’ve completed 75% of the site grading, imported over 32,000 cubic yards of shotrock, and installed 45% of the site utilities (storm, electric, sewer, and fire/water) Concrete foundations and steel erection is complete. Steel detailing and decking is in progress. We have begun forming the ribbon slab and wlll follow with exterior framing and envelope.

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P r o j e c t U p d at e s Mountainview Air Handling Unit Replacement | Payson, Utah Project Team Doug Dawson, Project Executive Jason Koontz, Assistant Project Manager Dan Harris, Superintendent Mike Ford, Estimator

Project Update

This project is an active facility change out of all the major air units for the hospital. Each piece of equipment has been phased requiring a total of 6 phases. Additionally, the project is adjacent to an OR expansion project requiring extensive coordination by the project team. Currently, the project is in its last three phases, with only 2 units left for installation and the change out of heating/cooling coils in units not slated for replacement.

Vanderbilt One Hundred Oaks MRI Replacement | Nashville, Tennessee Project Team Chris McMaster, Senior Project Manager Joe Spindler, Project Manager Chris O’Guin, Superintendent Ashley Evans, Estimator

Project Update

This month we removed the MRI magnet and completed the demolition for the project. We continue to work on the overhead and in-wall rough in for the mechanical and electrical systems. We are currently tracking ahead of schedule and will soon have drywall hung and ready for paint. Ceilings and other finishes will soon follow.

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P r o j e c t U p d at e s Ottumwa Cath Lab | Ottumwa, Iowa Project Team Steve Bongiovanni, Project Manager Danny Johnson, Superintendent Alan Lawless, Estimator

Project Update

The project encompasses the renovation of existing hospital space to accommodate a new Cath Lab and Staff Locker Rooms. The Cath Lab includes new partitions, a new RTU, GE Equipment, and associated upgrades to MEP and Electrical Systems. Staff Locker room includes adding (2) new restrooms with showers along with new finishes.

St. Lucie Hospital Bed Conversion | Port St. Lucie, Florida Project Team Chris McMaster, Senior Project Manager David Morton, Assistant Project Manager Michael Welcher, Superintendent Salvador Acevedo, Assistant Superintendent Shawn Dickenson, Estimator

Project Update

This HCA project consists of interior renovation to the existing (former) 2nd floor behavioral health unit to provide a new 15 bed expansion of telemetry, including support spaces. The existing air handler 3 is being replaced with a new unit in the 5th floor mechanical penthouse, with a temporary air handler sitting on the roof to feed the existing spaces during the swap out. The project start date was 12/12/22 and is scheduled to be complete early July of 2023. Current progress of the project has us complete with all demolition and new framing. Drywall hanging is ongoing and MEP rough in above ceiling is ongoing. The temp AHU has been set in place on the roof and we are beginning the tie -in to take the old AHU 3 off line.

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P r o j e c t U p d at e s Views of Music City - South | Nashville, Tennessee Project Team Sam Brauns, Project Manager Mike Dinsmore, Superintendent Zach Wilhite, Superintendent Alan Lawless, Estimator

Project Update

This is a 186,453 square feet multifamily project. Currently all MEP rough-ins have been completed and finishes have begun. In total the exterior skin is over halfway complete. Hardscapes are scheduled to begin in the near future.

Wesley 8th Floor Oncology Renovation | Wichita, Kansas Project Team Jackson Simpson, Project Executive Phillip Kunsa, Project Manager Kenneth Murdock, Senior Superintendent Charles Draper, Assistant Superintendent Chris Dinsmore, Assistant Project Manager Shawn Dickenson, Estimator

Project Update

This renovation project totals 21,932 SF of major renovation space. The Wesley Oncology Floor will feature 34 patient rooms equipped with total automation window treatments, air/temperature control, lighting control & TV control from the pillow speaker. These rooms also offer medical gases and ADA walk-in shower systems. Lastly, for hospital operations, this renovation will feature 6 offices, 2 medicine supply rooms, a center core nurse station, nourishment suite, staff lounge, showers & locker room.

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P r o j e c t U p d at e s Willamette Valley Medical Center Cancer Center Expansion | McMinnville, Oregon Project Team Chris McMaster, Senior Project Manager Joe Spindler, Project Manager Eugene Smith, Senior Superintendent Mark Kneeshaw, Superintendent (as needed) Ashley Evans, Estimator

Project Update

Phase 1 of this project includes the CT replacement and renovation as well as the medical oncology exam room and office renovations. Both areas are progressing smoothly and should be turned over for punch list ahead of schedule. We have completed the exterior preparation for the temporary mobile linear accelerator and it was placed on the job on 3/27. Work has also begun on the exterior addition/renovation for phase 2, with site work and grading ongoing in preparation for the new slab on grade.

Transylvania ADA Code Compliance Upgrades | Brevard, North Carolina Project Team Scott Andrews, Project Manager Evan Summerville, Assistant Project Manager Dan Rogers, Superintendent Chris Steinbach, Assistant Superintendent Eduardo Sepulveda, Assistant Superintendent

Project Update

The ADA remediation project at Transylvania Regional Hospital started on November 28th and is scheduled to be completed by the end of September. Work is taking place in the hospital and seven outbuildings. This scope of work includes four restroom/patient room blowout areas, and site work to complete at each building. Dan, Eduardo, and Chris have been completing maintenance items at each location, generating a sign list, and site work has recently began at two of the outbuildings.

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P r o j e c t U p d at e s Highlands Cashiers ADA Code Compliance Upgrades | Highlands, North Carolina Project Team Scott Andrews, Project Manager Evan Summerville, Superintendent Billy Byrd, Superintendent Chuck Weyland, Superintendent Chris Steinbach, Assistant Superintendent

Project Update

The ADA remediation project at Highlands Cashiers Hospital started on 2/06/2023 and is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year. Work is taking place in the hospital and four outbuildings. This scope of work includes seven restroom/patient room blowout areas, and site work to complete at each building. Billy, Chuck, and Chris have been working on maintenance items at each location, and creating a sign list. As the weather improves the site work will begin.

Michael Welcher Traveling Healthcare Superintendent October 3, 2022

Tamsen Kirby Senior Project Manager October 10, 2022

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Jackson Simpson Project Executive January 10, 2022

Phillip Warfield Senior Superintendent January 12, 2023

Eugene Smith Senior Superintendent January 27, 2023

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G e t t i n g P e r s o n a l | A look into the lives of our fellow employees Some Civic Duty…

Jason Koontz, Assistant Project Manager Jason enjoys a Day on the Hill on March 7, 2023 advocating for Construction Legislations for Tennessee

Graduations

Johnathan Roderick Jr. (son of Johnathan Roderick, Building Maintenance and Equipment Manager) graduates in May and will attend Middle Tennessee State University in the fall.

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Jack Lawless (son of Alan Lawless, Senior Estimator) graduates in May and will attend University of Tennessee Knoxville in the fall.

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G e t t i n g P e r s o n a l | A look into the lives of our fellow employees Kids and Grandkids!

Emma Dickenson (daughter of Shawn Dickenson, Preconstruction & Marketing) and Carter Bangert are getting married in May Alan Lawless, Senior Estimator, and daughter Maggie Pardin at Charity Father Daughter Banquet.

Kenneth Murdock, Senior Superintendent and his great grandson “Rooster”. “If you ask my great grandson, Rooster, what he does for a living, he will tell you he builds hospitals. The future of BSC is bright folks!”

Kenneth Murdock

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