Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Construction Solutions Since 1915
Batson Cook has been a trusted leader in the construction industry for over a century, delivering innovative solutions across diverse sectors. Founded in 1915, our commitment to core valuesprioritizing people, integrity, and accountabilityhas driven our success as a premier general contractor, construction manager, and design-build partner. We specialize in education, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, and multi-family residential projects, leveraging advanced technologies like BIM and Lean practices to optimize efficiency and quality.Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of collective experience, ensuring every project aligns with client goals while fostering sustainable practices and community impact. With regional offices across the Southeast and a subsidiary of Kajima USA, we combine global expertise with localized execution to build lasting relationships and deliver exceptional results.
Services
Preconstruction
Virtual Design
Lean Construction
LEED Certification
Quality Assurance
Self-Perform Work
Warranty & Close-Out
Details
- Year established: 1915
Highlights and features
- We offer over a century of experience in commercial construction across diverse sectors.
- Our team utilizes advanced BIM and Lean practices to enhance project efficiency.
- We prioritize sustainable building methods and LEED-certified project expertise.
- Our in-house MEP services ensure comprehensive coordination and cost control.
- We maintain a family-oriented culture that values fair treatment of clients and partners.
What people say
Positive lasting difference
Family culture
Smart out-of-the-box thinking
Management backs you 100%
Community-focused company
Services
Preconstruction Services
Our preconstruction team collaborates with clients, architects, and trade partners to establish budgets, schedules, and execution strategies. We utilize cost benchmarking, value engineering, and design assist methods to align project goals with financial realities while maintaining quality standards. This phase ensures optimal resource allocation and risk mitigation.
Virtual Design
We employ Building Information Modeling (BIM) for 3D coordination, clash detection, and construction sequencing. Our VDC team creates photorealistic renderings, site logistics plans, and 4D schedules to resolve conflicts before construction begins, reducing rework and improving project predictability.
Lean Construction
Our Lean methodology focuses on eliminating waste through pull planning, last planner systems, and just-in-time deliveries. By fostering collaboration between all stakeholders, we achieve higher productivity rates, with on-time activity completion increasing from 54% to over 80% in multi-family projects.
LEED Certification
We guide clients through LEED certification by analyzing life-cycle costs, coordinating sustainable material selections, and managing documentation. Our team ensures compliance with energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction standards while maintaining project budgets.
Self-Perform Work
Our in-house teams handle critical path activities like concrete work, steel erection, and MEP coordination. This control over key trades ensures quality consistency, schedule adherence, and cost efficiency while maintaining safety and compliance standards.
People
R. Randall Hall
President and CEO
Leading Batson Cook since 2012, R. Randall Hall oversees strategic operations and growth initiatives. With decades of construction leadership experience, he maintains the company's century-old commitment to integrity and client-focused solutions.
Kevin Appleton
Executive Vice President and COO
Kevin Appleton directs daily operations, ensuring alignment with Batson Cook's core values. His focus on operational excellence and team development strengthens the company's position as a regional construction leader.
Jeffrey Krall
Chief Financial Officer
Jeffrey Krall manages financial strategy and risk management for Batson Cook. His expertise ensures fiscal responsibility while supporting the company's long-term growth objectives and client commitments.
Nancy Black
Vice President of Human Resources
Nancy Black leads HR initiatives that reinforce Batson Cook's family-oriented culture. She focuses on talent development, employee engagement, and maintaining the company's reputation as a top workplace.
Scott Hudson
Senior Vice President of Preconstruction
Scott Hudson heads preconstruction services, leveraging 25+ years of experience to deliver value-driven solutions. His team's expertise in cost management and design coordination ensures client success from project inception.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Batson-Cook specialize in?
We specialize in education, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, multi-family residential, and senior care projects across the Southeast.
How long has Batson-Cook been in business?
We have operated continuously since our founding in 1915, making us one of the oldest construction firms in the U.S.
Does Batson-Cook use modern construction technologies?
Yes, we integrate BIM, 4D scheduling, reality capture, and augmented reality to enhance project planning and execution.
Is Batson-Cook committed to sustainable building practices?
We actively implement LEED-certified strategies and environmental best practices on all projects, regardless of certification goals.
How does Batson-Cook ensure project quality?
Our quality assurance program combines in-house expertise, trade partner collaboration, and advanced technology for consistent results.
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