Laurel, MD, April 7, 2021 – Matthew Haught has joined KBE Building Corporation as Vice President and leader of the firm’s Mid-Atlantic regional office, located in Laurel, MD. He will oversee all aspects of the office, as well as preconstruction, operations, client relationships, and staff.
“We’re very pleased Mr. Haught has joined our firm’s Mid-Atlantic office and look forward to working with him on the continued expansion of our regional office,” stated Michael Kolakowski, President and CEO of KBE. “His knowledge of the region, positive attitude, and relationship-focused business ethic are an ideal fit for this position within our firm.”
Mr. Haught’s focus is on expanding KBE’s regional presence, including within the firm’s established markets of senior living, retail, higher education, government, and corporate. His 25+ years of construction experience and in-depth knowledge of the Mid-Atlantic market will be instrumental to the firm’s expansion in the region.
“New journeys are always exciting and challenging, but I am eager to see where this one takes me,” said Mr. Haught. “KBE is a powerhouse construction services firm throughout the nation and I know we can continue to build great projects here in the Mid-Atlantic.”
Previously, Mr. Haught was director of operations for LendLease Construction’s Washington, DC regional office in Rockville, MD, where he led major projects that included 4747 Bethesda Avenue in Bethesda for JBG Development and the AC Marriott in Washington, DC for OTO Development. His prior work includes projects such as the Sustainment Center of Excellence in Ft. Lee, VA among other private and public projects. He has extensive design-build experience with Department of Defense on projects throughout the region.