Apprenticeship programs are essential to meet the ever-growing demand for skilled workers within the construction industry. As the industry evolves and expands, the need for highly trained, motivated individuals grows alongside it. With ACI’s recent growth, our capabilities have increased significantly- driving a rising demand for skilled tradespeople who are ready to take on new challenges and elevate their careers.

That’s why ACI proudly supports the Apprenticeship Program offered by the Associated Builders and Contractors of Virginia. This program is not only critical to the success of our company but also to the long-term strength of the entire construction industry. It encompasses several trade paths- Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Sheet Metal, and Fire Protection.

For years, we have partnered with ABC-VA to help young individuals continue to learn and be able to turn their passions into a rewarding career. To maintain the success of these programs, we are devoted to making these opportunities as affordable and accessible as possible. At ACI, anyone can sign up, and their first-year tuition is paid for by ACI, then reimbursed by the employee.

This past July, we were thrilled to host our annual Apprenticeship signing day at Top Golf. It was a fun afternoon where all interested individuals gathered to connect with knowledgeable advisors, enjoy food, and participate in a raffle for tools. This year’s event welcomed approximately 90 new and returning apprentices- a solid reflection of the growing interest and excitement around trade careers.

ACI is truly excited to support these dedicated individuals as they take this pivotal step in creating a bright future. At ACI, we don’t just count people, we make people count. Supporting programs such as ABC-VA’s apprenticeship initiative is a natural extension of our values and our commitment to building opportunities for both our employees and the communities we serve.

This past spring, Atlantic officially became part of the TriplePoint family, joining one of the nation’s leading mechanical service providers for commercial and industrial markets. By combining our expertise with TriplePoint’s extensive network, we’re expanding both our reach and capabilities. Evan Shriver shared, “It took three years to search out and evaluate the best partner to secure the future of Atlantic Constructors. TriplePoint was absolutely the right choice.” The careful consideration reflects the goal for long-term growth and shared values within the partnership.

With a strong presence across Texas, Ohio, and Virginia, TriplePoint now unites several top-tier, trusted brands—including Polk Mechanical, TP Mechanical, TempCon, and Atlantic—under one collaborative umbrella. Evan continues, “We are completely aligned on the culture, core values and long-term strategy of the company. We are excited to be a part of the TriplePoint family of companies as we work together to get Better Together.”

That strong alignment of people and purpose is what will continue to drive Atlantic’s success as part of the TriplePoint family. Together, we are not just expanding our footprint; we are strengthening the foundation that will carry Atlantic forward years to come.

At Atlantic growth isn’t just encouraged, it’s built into our culture. For one team member, that meant starting as an Administrative Assistant and discovering her passion through hands-on experience and the flexibility to move between departments. With each new opportunity, Veronica Johnson took her career by the horns, broadened her knowledge, and built a path she’s proud of — proving that when opportunity meets initiative there is no limit to how far you can go at Atlantic.

Before joining the Atlantic family, Veronica worked within the Service/Special Projects group at Colonial Webb. During her time there, she held several positions but soon realized that the path ahead was narrow, with very few opportunities for advancement. Determined to grow, she made the bold decision to join Atlantic, stepping into the role of Administrative Assistant with the Service Electrical Group.

As Atlantic continued to expand, the company opened a new Electrical Construction department — and with it came an exciting opportunity for Veronica. Always ready for a challenge, her dedication and ability to take on added responsibility propelled her into the role of Project Engineer, marking the next major step in her career journey.

After a few years in her Project Engineering role, an opportunity arose within the Mechanical/Plumbing department, and Veronica jumped at the chance! Atlantic was looking for a Project Engineer to take on additional responsibilities and step up for the good of the company. That sounded just like Veronica, and she did exactly that. She dove headfirst into this unfamiliar area and grew exponentially. Having experience across multiple disciplines has only added to the value she brings to the company.

At Atlantic, when you invest in the company, the company invests in you — and Veronica’s journey is proof of that! Over the next four years, she worked on four major projects in Charlottesville and one in Farmville, applying her knowledge and gaining new insights with each one. Her dedication and expertise didn’t go unnoticed. She was promoted to Project Manager, taking on her first data center project — another milestone in a career built on hard work, adaptability, and taking initiative with her future.

Having a career full of diverse experiences, Veronica knows what it takes to succeed in an ever-changing industry. Her advice is to, “Be patient. Set a goal and follow it through. There will be days when things don’t always go your way. Accept that. Understand and learn from the lows as well as celebrating the highs. Work hard to obtain the goals that you want. Be proud to be a part of the company you work for.” Veronica’s path is proof that Atlantic is more than a workplace; it’s a place where careers are built and people thrive.

The DGS Forensics Lab is a new 300,000 SF research and SFCS laboratory facility designed to support advanced forensic and scientific operations. ACI was awarded the design and mechanical/plumbing assistance for the project. The scope includes comprehensive HVAC and plumbing systems tailored to the complex requirements of a high-performance laboratory environment. The facility features large-scale, high-capacity mechanical infrastructure to support precise environmental control and operational reliability. Atlantic invested over 400,000 manhours of work to deliver this new construction laboratory facility.

– 2,000-ton centrifugal chiller
– Heat-shift screw chiller
– 350 VAVs
– Four-pipe fan coil units
– Tracking air valves
– Duct-mounted humidifiers
– 35 VRF systems
– Plate heat exchangers
– Three cooling towers
– Six boilers
– Approximately 620,000 lbs of sheet metal

The Hardie Football Operations Center is a 93,000-square-foot, $80 million facility located off Massie Road at the University of Virginia. The complex supports all aspects of UVA Football operations, including a locker room, strength and conditioning space, nutrition areas, meeting rooms, coaches’ offices, video operations, and sports medicine facilities. ACI was awarded to Design and Assist the Mechanical and Plumbing scopes for the UVA Football Renovation. The facility officially opened in June 2024, marking a major milestone in the modernization of UVA’s football infrastructure. ACI worked closely with the design and construction teams to resolve project challenges that had caused earlier delays. Through effective Design Assist efforts and constructability support, ACI helped streamline coordination and successfully deliver the project on time and within budget.

– Locker room
– Strength and conditioning spaces
– Nutrition areas
– Meeting rooms
– Coaches’ offices
– Video operations
– Sports medicine facilities

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The new UVA Olympic Complex in Charlottesville, Virginia, is a two-story, 61,000-square-foot facility that expands and supports high-performance athletic and training environment. ACI was awarded to design and assist the mechanical and plumbing scopes for the new construction of the Olympic Complex. The project represents a $2.7 million effort supporting the University of Virginia’s athletic infrastructure. The HVAC systems are designed to tie into existing UVA site utilities and deliver efficient, reliable performance across the facility. A combination of system types was implemented to meet the diverse conditioning needs of the complex.

– Rooftop units (RTUs)
– Variable air volume (VAV) systems
– Fan coil units (FCUs)
– Split systems

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As prime Mechanical, ACI was trusted by the EPC to drive the project schedule, other specialty trades, and ultimately, ensure the project success. ACI’s Self-Performed Scope of Work on this $3.7 MM Manufacturing Process Improvement project consisted of:

– Process Equipment Removal and Replacement – Heavy Rigging and Equipment setting using Hydraulic Truck Cranes to 200 T
– Piping Systems Included SS Jacketed Containment Piping, CS SCH40 & 80, SS 304L & 316L SCH40 & 80, Alloy 20 Swagelock & Alloy 400 Tubing
– Extensive Support Steel fabrication and installation included Roof Penetrations and Architectural Building Modifications to house process equipment, Platforms, Structural Pipe Supports Systems, Etc.
– Fabrication and Installation of various operational, reliability and maintenance access enhancements – Ladders, Platforms, Cross-Over Stairs, Etc. with self-performed shop applied Epoxy Paint Systems and Trade Partner Galvanizing.
– Mezzanines, Flatwork on Grade and Equipment Pads
– Various Trade Partner/Subcontractors performing Concrete, Insulation, Crane Lifting, Scaffold and Coatings.

Project Schedule:

– 9 months shop and field fabrication of steel and piping
– Various coordinated 24/7 outages