Luncheons
Building Tall-The Success Behind Utah's Astra Tower
Date & Time
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Miller Business Campus
9750 South 300 West
Sandy, UT 84070
11:30 - 12:00 Check in & Lunch Served
12:00 - 1:00 Presentation
1 PDH
1 Core Contractor CEU
1 ICC Hour
Please join us to learn about the Astra Tower Project, where we'll uncover the keys to being code compliant, staying on schedule, and exceeding expectations in constructing tall buildings.
Learning Objectives:
- Keys to pouring massive footings while avoiding delays caused by Thermal Mass concrete and addressing potential challenges with concrete consolidation
- How to ensure your building remains plumb at 450 feet in the air
- Overcoming the challenges of reinforcing structures in a seismic zone.
Scott Braithwaite
Jacobsen Construction Company
Executive Vice President of Self-Perform Work & Project Executive
Scott L. Braithwaite brings over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, with the past 20 years dedicated to Jacobsen Construction Company. He holds a degree in Construction Management from Brigham Young University (1991-1994). Born and raised in Huntington Beach, CA, Scott has lived in Kaysville, UT for the past 26 years with his wife, Melayne. They are proud parents of four children and grandparents to three. In his free time, Scott enjoys outdoor adventures, riding horses, and exploring Utah’s mountains on side-by-sides.
Kevin Hepner
Jacobsen Construction Company
Concrete General Superintendent
Kevin is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, including 14 years with Jacobsen Construction Company. Born and raised in Roy, UT, Kevin continues to reside there with his wife, Erin, and their five children. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys boating, golfing, and following football.