BuildIT, the world’s largest industry association dedicated to the sustainable development of LGBT/Allied businesses, professionals, and tradespeople in A&E, Construction, Program and Construction Management, and large-scale Real Estate Development is proud to share the following news announced today by Shimmick Corporation. Ural Yal has been an advocate for small business participation and a robust workforce his entire professional career. To BuildIT he has been a tremendous ally in our workforce development initiatives.
In part, below, is Shimmick’s public statement:
Shimmick Corporation, a leading water infrastructure company, today announced that it has appointed Ural Yal as its new CEO and member of the Board of Directors effective December 2, 2024.
Mr. Yal brings over 26 years of experience in water and critical infrastructure construction. Since joining in 2017, he served in various senior roles at Flatiron Construction, where he led teams and business units that won and executed large and complex water and heavy civil infrastructure projects. Most recently as an Executive Vice President, he oversaw the company’s growth into new markets and expansion into projects delivered through risk balanced, collaborative project delivery methods.
“Ural’s deep expertise in both the California market and national infrastructure construction along with a proven track record of operational growth make him the ideal leader for Shimmick’s next chapter,” said Shimmick’s Executive Chairman Mitch Goldsteen.
“I am honored to join Shimmick and its team of dedicated professionals,” said Mr. Yal. “Shimmick has been known for undertaking and delivering challenging projects for decades. This reputation provides a strong foundation as we focus on growth through operational excellence, safety leadership, and client satisfaction.”
About Shimmick:
According to Engineering News Record (ENR), in 2024, Shimmick was nationally ranked as a top ten builder of water supply (#8), dams and reservoirs (#6), and water treatment and desalination plants (#7).
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