Record #:

13014

Author(s):

Uttley, Brandon

Abstract:

Johnie Jones, president and chairman of Charlotte-based Jones Group, Inc., one of the largest construction companies worldwide, is featured in We the People of North Carolina's Businessman In the News section. The company, founded by his grandfather in 1890, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 48 Issue 8, Aug 1990, p8, 10-12, il, por

Subject(s):

Jones, Johnie Hooper, 1929-2011; Construction industry--Charlotte

Record #:

15078

Author(s):

West, Steve

Abstract:

The nation's fourth and fifth ranked general contractors have their origins in Charlotte - McDevitt & Street (5th) and the Jones Group (4th). The Jones Group had $937.6 million in general building contracts in 1985 followed by McDevitt & Street with $851.3 million. The two friendly competitors are vying for the title of king of the Charlotte general contractors.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 6 Issue 8, Aug 1986, p56-58, 60, 62, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Construction industry--Charlotte; McDevitt & Street (Charlotte); Jones Group, Inc. (Charlotte)

Record #:

24213

Author(s):

Maley, Frank

Abstract:

The author discusses the intricacies of demolishing old neighborhoods to rebuild them into modern homes and businesses. Simonini Builders Inc., based out of Charlotte, is the focus of this article.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 26 Issue 6, June 2006, p42-51, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Charlotte--Buildings, structures, etc.; Charlotte--Industry; Construction companies--Charlotte; Construction industry--Charlotte; Construction; Charlotte--Development

Record #:

14284

Author(s):

Shaw, Gaylord

Abstract:

Shaw profiles Charlotte-based McDevitt & Street Co., the largest privately owned general construction company that specializes in commercial, industrial, and instructional buildings.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 4 Issue 6, June 1984, p39-40, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Construction industry--Charlotte

Record #:

14035

Author(s):

Craig, Sally

Abstract:

During the week, Tom Dooley heads his Charlotte-based construction company, R. T. Dooley, Inc. On the weekends he becomes Tom Dooley, a referee in the National Football League. Each season he referees twenty games.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 3 Issue 10, Oct 1983, p22-27, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Construction industry--Charlotte; Football--Refereeing; National Football League (NFL)