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Week of September 5, 2022



In this issue:


  • Happy Labor Day!
  • Celebrating Our New Headquarters
  • Creating a COVID Secure Workplace
  • We're hiring! (2 New Positions)
  • Project News
  • People News
  • September Birthdays & Anniversaries
  • National Cholesterol Education Month

Happy Labor Day from your BA family!

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe Labor Day as we pay respect to the achievements of American workers.

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Office News

Celebrating Our New Headquarters!

Join us for a memorable and elegant evening as we celebrate the opening of our new headquarters with live entertainment, cocktails, valet service, and so much more!

Creating a COVID Secure Workplace

We recently updated our COVID-19 At-work Guidelines.


Click on the below link and know what to do in the case you are exposed to COVID-19 as well as preventive measures to take while in the office, the best time to test and additional helpful info.

Stay safe, stay healthy

See our latest COVID-19 At-work Guidelines

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We're hiring!

Our team members are some of our greatest sources for employee referrals! Don't forget that we offer bonuses if you refer a good candidate that is later hired. Email Liana Abreu for more information regarding this program.


New referral bonus amounts: $1,000 for any productive staff member or licensed professional and $500 for any administrative staff member.

  • Proposal Coordinator (Coral Gables) *New
  • Maritime Business Project Analyst (Coral Gables) *New
  • Project Manager - Ports and Marine Engineering (NY)
  • State of Florida Building Plans Examiner and Inspector (Licensed) - (Coral Gables)

Project News

Plaza Premium Lounge

The new Plaza Premium Lounge, located in the Orlando International Airport when complete, will offer an elegant space for travelers to unwind, relax and embark on an experimental journey that integrates the culture and environment of Orlando. Considering the diversity of passengers traveling through MCO, the design of the lounge aims to cater to all age groups, creating an environment that is perfect for families, as well as those looking for a quiet corner to unwind.


The main lounge has a variety of zones that provide passengers with space for both productivity and pleasure: a family zone that features a children’s play area, followed by a hospitality zone with a showcase bar and dining area. The lounge also offers thoughtful amenities such as luxury washrooms complete with shower facilities and a variety of comfortable seating options. Subtle hints of green and blue accent colors are found throughout the lounge, paired with warm woods, fluted paneling, and beautiful stone finishes. The interiors are contemporary and refined, featuring curvilinear forms and upscale yet comfortable furniture. Soft surfaces and unique portions are integrated throughout, to lower acoustics and create privacy.


PM/Architect of Record: Jose Lugo

BIM Manager/Job Captain: Tim Lokash

Quality Control: Sergio Pendas

People News

WE HAVE A NEW REGISTERED ARCHITECT!


Congratulations to Madeleine Merck of our Healthcare Architecture team in Coral Gables on obtaining her Florida Architecture License! This is a wonderful accomplishment and the BA family is very proud of her. Madeleine has been with the firm since December of 2019 and in just a few years has become a very valuable member of the Healthcare team. Way to go Madeleine!


If you'd like to give a shout-out to someone for a job well done, please remember to share it with us!

Wedding bells ringing!

Above: Carolina Coto's son, Octavio & his wife, Vanessa, tied the knot on August 14th in Victoria BC, Canada, in a park called Francis King Regional Park. Congratulations & Best Wishes to you both!

Pawgress Report

Playful pups: Layla, Scott Bakos' black Lab & Dessi, Liza Turek's baby.

Who says pets have it easy? Ligia Penagos' rescue, Mister Nice, assisting with the JFK Terminal 1 project in New York.

Diane Cintra's Dori, Rocky, & Bella 'paws' for a photo.

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Send us your remote work, family, pets, or any other picture you would like to share with your BA family. We'd love to see you!

The Wellness Corner

National Cholesterol Education Month

Too much cholesterol puts you at risk for heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of mortality in the United States. High cholesterol has no signs or symptoms, so the only way to know if you have it is to get your cholesterol checked. What is cholesterol? Find out here.

BETTER YOU September 2022 Monthly Newsletter

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