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Interview with Tom Liebel Vice President, Multifamily Housing Sector, Moseley Architects November 2024   We are excited to feature Moseley Architects in our Partner Spotlight Series. Moseley and Southway have collaborated on over 20 multifamily and commercial projects together, including new construction, adaptive reuse, historic preservation, and occupied renovations. Some notable projects include: J. Van… READ MORE

Interview with Andy Davenport Vice President of Real Estate Development November 2024   Community Housing Partners (CHP) is dedicated to creating quality-built, responsibly managed, service-enriched homes for low-income individuals and families across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. CHP has worked with private and public partners to develop and preserve award-winning homes and neighborhoods. They are a… READ MORE

In this interview, we spoke with Pat Irwin, Superintendent at Southway Builders, to learn more about his background, career journey, and gain insights into the recent expansion into North Carolina.   Where did your construction career start?   I started out doing carpentry work with my brother-in-law at a young age, and then as a… READ MORE

Since our founding in 1991, an integral part of our business has been giving back to the community and helping others achieve their maximum potential.    President Willy Moore shares, “I love to build. I got lucky realizing what I was put on this earth to do. It would be a shallow existence for me… READ MORE

In this interview, we sit down with Tyler Myers to learn more about his background, career journey, and his thoughts on Southway’s exciting expansion into North Carolina, where he is the Assistant Project Manager for our Trinity Court project. Myers has recently joined Southway Builders, and with local roots in Apex, he quickly settled into… READ MORE

In this interview, we sit down with Southway’s Assistant Superintendant, Dedriyon Cook, to learn more about his background, career journey, and his thoughts on the company’s exciting expansion into North Carolina. Dedriyon recently joined Southway Builders and is excited to be a part of this passionate and hardworking team. How did your construction and Southway… READ MORE

In this interview, we sit down with Southway’s Senior Project Manager, Dan Smith, to learn more about his background, career journey, and his thoughts on the company’s exciting expansion into North Carolina.   Question 1: What made you want to work at Southway?   I had just started my job search when Southway reached out… READ MORE

In this interview, we sit down with Assistant Project Manager, Dan Anderson, to learn more about his background, career journey, and his thoughts on the company’s exciting expansion into North Carolina.   Where did your construction and Southway career start?   My construction career started when I was just a kid. Growing up, my parents… READ MORE

In this interview, we sit down with Senior Vice President – Southeast, Matt Bolyard, to learn more about his background, career journey, and his thoughts on leading the company’s exciting expansion into North Carolina. Where did your construction and Southway career start? My construction career started at a very young age, tagging along with my… READ MORE

We’re proud to have again been recognized by landing on the Baltimore Business Journal’s Top Corporate Philantropists List, this year at #19, and the top General Contractor on the list. Giving doesn’t just mean donations; in 2023 our employees also contributed over 900 hours of community service to the communities we serve. At Southway, we… READ MORE

Southway Builders has an impressive portfolio in the Mid-Atlantic that includes the construction of Baltimore’s new Lexington Market, modernizing The Park School’s science and engineering spaces, and Canton Overlook, a 150-unit apartment complex in southeast Baltimore. Building on this success, Southway is now expanding into the Southeast with its latest project, Trinity Court, in Chapel… READ MORE

Baltimore, MD, August 12, 2024 – Southway Builders is pleased to announce the promotion of John Diehl and Matt Bolyard to Senior Vice Presidents as part of Southway’s strategic expansion into the Southeast region.  John Diehl, who has been instrumental in Southway’s success in the Baltimore/Washington and Virginia markets, will now serve as Senior Vice… READ MORE

“We’re proud to be a part of such an important project for the Town of Chapel Hill and its residents,” said Matt Bolyard, Vice President, Southeast at Southway Builders. “As our company continues to grow in the region, we are excited for the opportunity to serve others to help them to achieve their maximum potential… READ MORE

A group of Southway team members spent the morning volunteering at the Full Circle Auto Repair & Training Center in central Baltimore. It was a dusty, sweaty project requiring manual labor, but all for a great cause! In 1999, Vehicles for Change (VFC) opened outside of Baltimore with a vision to empower families with financial… READ MORE

Southway’s 2022 Interns had their first day and orientation today! Our internship program is integral to our mission/purpose of “building and transforming people” and “serving others to help them achieve their maximum potential.” The internship is also a critical component of our vision for being an industry leader in diversity, having a best-in-class training program,… READ MORE

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Brian Hartzell has passed away. Brian’s first project with Southway was the Thomas Pumphrey House in 2000, where he was the Superintendent. When he initially joined the Southway team, Brian was clear to say that he was maybe going to work with us… READ MORE

The Baltimore Business Journal has released ‘The List’ for Construction and General Contractors this month. Entries on the list are ordered by 2021 Baltimore-area contracting revenue. This year, Southway is up from #11 to #7- but even more spectacular is that all of the six companies ahead of us are multi-billion dollar companies! Congratulations to… READ MORE

In the March issue of ABC Greater Baltimore’s Building Baltimore magazine, Southway gets the great honor of being the cover story! The article is about us recently celebrating our 30th anniversary. Reading the article, you can find out how we started with a hunch on filling a particular need, how we made it to 30,… READ MORE

This past Monday, April 4th, there was groundbreaking at one of Southway’s newest projects, the Village at Blenheim Run, a 51-unit affordable housing building located in Havre de Grace, MD. Representatives from Green Street Housing and TM Associates were at the groundbreaking with local dignitaries, including the Maryland Secretary of Housing Kenneth Holt and Maryland… READ MORE

Southway is excited to celebrate Women in Construction Week, March 6-12. In the United States, women make up 47% of the entire workforce. However, in the construction workforce, women only make up 10.9% as of 2020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This 10.9%, or over 1.1 million women, who work in construction… READ MORE

Congratulations to Southway’s 2021 QDI winners! The award for Quality went to Niyi A., the award for Dependability went to Matt N., and the award for Integrity went to Mariyah J.. We gave the President’s Award to John D., and the Unsung Hero Award was given to Sean S.. Congratulations also goes to the team… READ MORE

The Baltimore Sun writer Jacques Kelly recently wrote an article about Southway’s 21 E. North Avenue project. He writes about how the project once housed Odell’s nightclub is getting a new purpose- becoming the home of two non-profits, Arts for Learning Maryland and Code in the Schools. He discusses its outside paint color choices, its… READ MORE

Chuck MacDonald has written an article for Construction Equipment Guide on Southway’s Lexington Market project. The $28 million project began in February of 2020, and we will start building the vendor stalls by the end of the year. To read the article, follow this link- https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/southway-rebuilding-historic-lexington-market-in-downtown-baltimore/54174 And see the Lexington Market page on our website… READ MORE

Yesterday Southway’s project Gilchrist at Stadium Place held its ribbon-cutting ceremony. Many people attended the ceremony- including elected officials, the Baltimore Mayor, and Southway’s President Willy Moore. The officially named William L. and Victorine Q. Adams Gilchrist Center Baltimore is located at the former home of Memorial Stadium and is opening after about a year… READ MORE

The Baltimore Sun writer Jacques Kelly recently wrote an article about Southway’s Unity Hall project. He writes about how the project has been given a bold challenge in breaking down the Black/white barriers that have traditionally separated Bolton Hill from West Baltimore. As the mission statement of the Unity Hall says, it is “intended to… READ MORE

Congratulations go out to our 2021 college interns on their successful completion of Southway’s summer internship program! Today, August 20th is the official last day of the program. Interns spent the summer in three separate rotations with hands-on experience in preconstruction, project management, and field supervision. We hope the opportunities you received at each rotation… READ MORE

Led by Seawall Development in partnership with Baltimore City Public Markets, ULI Baltimore young leaders toured Southway’s Lexington Market jobsite this past Tuesday. A centerpiece of the ongoing development of the Market Center revitalization, Lexington Market is the oldest market in the United States and one of the most iconic institutions in Baltimore since 1782…. READ MORE

Congratulations to Southway Intern Everette J. on becoming a finalist for the “Future Builder of the Year” award from the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation, Inc. (MCCEI)! The purpose of the Future Builder of the Year Award is to recognize a student, apprentice, or trainee who exemplifies the best of the built environment…. READ MORE

The Baltimore Sun writer Jacques Kelly recently wrote an article about the Elijah Cummings Innovation Center recently completed by Southway at Baltimore’s Green Street Academy. He writes not only about the Innovation Center, but also about the Green Street Academy and its history. Check it out here- https://www.baltimoresun.com/maryland/baltimore-city/bs-md-kelly-green-20210327-f75oglxr7zfdxiyn3yxpeisbwe-story.html

Yesterday Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Dr. Sonja Santelises, Young Audiences/Arts for Learning Maryland, Code in the Schools, and developers Jubilee Baltimore and Property Consulting held a groundbreaking ceremony for the 17,887 square-foot historic building at 21 E. North Avenue. Once O’dell’s, a historic nightclub from 1976 to 1992, it has been vacant for the past… READ MORE

For the month of February, Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) had the fabulous idea to engage local businesses to provide much needed meals to local homeless shelters. With the restaurant industry having been decimated by the pandemic, HCH saw an opportunity to help local restaurants by having other community businesses engage with a restaurant… READ MORE

The Baltimore Sun writer Jacques Kelly shares some history surrounding Gilchrist and the site where the old Memorial Stadium used to be. This site is now where the Gilchrist Hospice Baltimore is currently being completed by Southway. You can read the article by following this this link – Baltimore Sun Gilchrist Article

Check out the wonderful article The Baltimore Sun writer Jacques Kelly wrote on the North Avenue Building in Baltimore that once housed Odell’s nightclub. He talks about the neighborhood it’s in, its history, and its future- which Southway is proud to be a part of. You can read the article by following this this link… READ MORE

We are excited and proud to be a part of the team revitalizing Lexington Market, one of the most authentic Baltimore landmarks in the city. Jacques Kelly, friend of Southway, ally to historic buildings, and columnist for the Baltimore Sun, wrote a great article about the history of Lexington Market and the latest work now… READ MORE

Baltimore Sun writer Jacques Kelly writes about the new venture in the Bromo Arts and Entertainment District that will provide artist and affordable housing at Four Ten Lofts. The building will be comprised of 48 units for working artist, 20 units for persons being helped by Health Care for the Homeless, and 8 market-rate units…. READ MORE

After 15 years of advocacy, this “majestic” Baltimore landmark is finally restored. We’re proud to have played a role in the project for the past 7 years and see the transformation take place first hand. Check out the wonderful article Baltimore Sun writer Jacques Kelly wrote on Hebrew Orphan Asylum at the link below. Kelly… READ MORE

Baltimore Sun’s Jacques Kelly writes about the history of the Lanahan Building (aka 22 Light Street), and it’s past as a liquor warehouse and the Oriole Cafeteria. He also discusses the plan for the building to be transformed into an living spaces comprised of 40 affordable housing units. Click the link below to read more… READ MORE

Last Friday Southway joined DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, the DC Housing Authority and MCN Build to celebrate opening Parkway Overlook. Parkway provides low-income housing to DC residents. This major gut rehabilitation will provide homes for hundreds of people. The 9 building complex is comprised of 220 units with new HVAC, a playground, community center and solar… READ MORE

Southway went home very proud of their work so far this year after receiving an Award of Excellence and an Award of Merit at Associated Builders and Contractors Baltimore chapter awards ceremony. ABC Baltimore awarded Southway Builders with an Award of Excellence for Ellerslie Apartments. A huge thank you to our hardworking staff for making… READ MORE

Baltimore activists have been working towards creating safe, growing, united communities in Baltimore. They are aware of the hurdles we must face as a city together in order to build an even stronger city. Southway is proud to have helped construct complexes such as Lillian Jones, Ellerslie, Restoration Gardens 2, City Arts 2, Remington Row… READ MORE

Businesses throughout Baltimore have initiated various efforts to build the city’s workforce. It is always exciting to see how companies in our industry help to educate workers and further the careers of people getting back on their feet. Thank you Green JobWorks and Project Jumpstart for all you do in our community! Check out the… READ MORE

Southway Builders went home very proud of their work so far this year after receiving an Award of Excellence and Project of the Year at Associated Builders and Contractors awards ceremony. ABC Baltimore awarded Southway Builders with Project of the Year and an Award of Excellence for the City Arts 2 project. SNF Parkway won… READ MORE

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun writes about the history of Lyon Homes in Turner Station and the current upgrades taking place to preserve this important workforce housing community. The story of Henrietta Lacks and the help she gave to the medical community is unmatched and gives a deep history to this renovated area. Click… READ MORE

Fern Shen of Baltimore Brew writes about new project, Sojourner Place, that recently came online to house the homeless. This new system has been recognized nationally as a way to transform the homeless community and bring residents back on their feet. Countless organizations such as Baltimore City Home Funds, the Maryland Partnership Rental Housing program,… READ MORE

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun explains how the Union Collective project aims to bring manufacturing back to the Jones Falls Valley. Link to Baltimore Sun article Photo: Baltimore Sun, Barbara Haddock Taylor

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun provides insights into new housing being built for the homeless on Argyle Avenue in West Baltimore. Link to Baltimore Sun article Photo: Baltimore Sun, Barbara Haddock Taylor

On Thursday, May 11, 2017, over 200 guests gathered at the recently renovated Stavros Niarchos Foundation Parkway to celebrate Southway’s 25th Anniversary.  “Reflecting upon our 25 years, we at Southway are all unified by several traits: We have a passion for building; we are collaborative people who enjoy challenges; and most significantly, we enjoy working… READ MORE

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun provides some history on the site where new micro apartments will be built in north central Baltimore. Hopefully Restoration Gardens 2 will not hold the same hauntings. Link to Baltimore Sun article Photo: Baltimore Sun, Kenneth K. Lam

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun provides some history on the films that once played at the historic Parkway Theatre. The entertainment industry saw some tough times but Parkway has stood tall through the years. Parkway Theatre has been a home to both screening films and live acting. Now to be named the Stavros Niarchos Foundation… READ MORE

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun reflects on his personal tour of Barclay earlier this week compared to a tour of the same neighborhood in 1999.  Steadfast residents, local community groups, and master developer Telesis have aided in the transformation.  Recent phases of redevelopment include the nearly complete North Barclay Green Phase 3 and North… READ MORE

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun reflects on the historic past of the former Blessed Sacrament Catholic School in Pen-Lucy while reporting on the upcoming adaptive reuse to supportive housing by Marian House. Link to Baltimore Sun Article Photo: Baltimore Sun, Kim Hairston

Our MCN Build – Southway Joint Venture Team hosted a topping out celebration at Arundel Elementary School in the Cherry Hill neighborhood of Baltimore.  The new school is being constructed directly behind the existing school, which will remain occupied until the new facility is ready for occupancy next year.  Over 200 hardworking men and women… READ MORE

Our MCN Build – Southway Joint Venture Team hosted a topping out celebration at Arundel Elementary School in the Cherry Hill neighborhood of Baltimore.  The new school is being constructed directly behind the existing school, which will remain occupied until the new facility is ready for occupancy next year.  Over 200 hardworking men and women… READ MORE

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun writes about the history of the Emerson Dairy Farm and the upcoming renovations and expansion at Greenspring Montessori School. Link Baltimore Sun to article Photo: Baltimore Sun, Algerina Perna

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun provides a year-in-review in his last column for 2016.  Southway is honored to work on several of the projects mentioned including the Parkway Theatre, Remington Row, City Arts 2, and Open Works. Link to Baltimore Sun article Photo: Baltimore Sun, Kenneth K. Lam

Jeff Hill has been promoted to Project Executive. Jeff joined the Southway team nearly four years ago as a project manager with a focus on affordable housing projects. “We were fortunate to have Jeff join our team.  His expertise with rehabilitating occupied facilities has allowed us to expand our housing portfolio to include resident-in-place renovations,”… READ MORE

Joshua Gordon of the Baltimore Business Journal writes about the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company and their expansion into the neighboring Merchant’s Club on East Redwood. Link to Baltimore Business Journal article

Joshua Gordon of the Baltimore Business Journal writes about the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company and their expansion into the neighboring Merchant’s Club on East Redwood. Link to Baltimore Business Journal article

Jacques Kelly of the Baltimore Sun writes about the City Arts 2 project in Greenmount West. Link to the Baltimore Sun article Photo: Baltimore Sun, Algerina Perna

The Blue Book Building and Construction Network debuted their Fall issue of “Who’s Who” magazine (Baltimore & Vicinity) at their annual GC Showcase at M&T Bank Stadium.  This issue features the Open Works project team on the cover.  Check out the online edition at the link below.   Online digital edition of “Who’s Who” Baltimore &… READ MORE

Southway was presented with four Baltimore Heritage awards for preservation.  They were Green Street Academy (pictured here and also the host venue for the awards event), the Centre, Motor House, and City Garage.  The awards are bestowed based on excellence in historic preservation and adaptive reuse of historic properties.

Southway Builders kicked off its 25th Anniversary year with a rebranding company party. After gathering to see the progress of the historic Parkway Theatre, Southway team members gathered at Joe Squared for the new brand unveiling. Company President, Willy Moore, praised Southway team members for their role in the record-breaking pace of 2016 and revealed… READ MORE

Motor House officially opened over the holiday season at 120 W. North Avenue in Station North. On Thursday, January 21st, the newly renovated building hosted ULI Baltimore’s “Content Before Cocktails” with over 100 attendees anxious to hear about and see the project first hand. The $6.5 million renovation leveraged historic tax credits to convert Baltimore’s… READ MORE

After three months of excavating for underground parking, the tower crane was erected at Remington Row on Saturday signaling the beginning of construction for the mixed-use structure. Belfast Valley Contractors erected the tower crane during an all day process, which is summarized in the video below in about a minute. BVC will put the crane… READ MORE