We are proud to share that T&L and Burwil Construction Company have been recognized for excellence in design and construction, receiving the Renovations & Additions Over $5 Million award at the 33rd Annual Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Tennessee – Tri-Cities Branch Awards Dinner. The award was presented during a celebratory evening held at the historic Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City, TN.
The award-winning project—the EO of Southwest Virginia Adaptive Reuse of Regional Childcare & Workforce Development Design/Build—represents a significant achievement in both design innovation and community impact. Transforming an existing facility into a vibrant, multifunctional space, this project was built to support critical regional needs in childcare and workforce development.
About the Project
This design/build project required careful planning and strategic reuse of an existing structure. With a focus on community enrichment and sustainability, the adaptive reuse approach allowed the team to modernize the facility while preserving key elements of the original building. The result is a highly functional, welcoming space that now serves as a vital hub for families and job seekers across Southwest Virginia.
Award Categories & Recognition
The AGC Tri-Cities Awards Dinner is a cornerstone event that honors the people, projects, and companies that make a lasting difference in the construction industry. This year, project awards were divided into two divisions and four subcategories:
T&L and Burwil’s project earned top honors in the Division II: Renovations & Additions Over $5M category—acknowledging not just the scale of the work, but the quality, innovation, and collaborative spirit that brought the vision to life.
Looking Ahead
Receiving this award is not only a great honor—it’s a reminder of the importance of building spaces that serve and uplift communities. We’re proud of what this project stands for, and we’re grateful to AGC of Tennessee for this meaningful recognition.
As we look to the future, T&L and Burwil remain committed to delivering excellence in every project, from initial concept to final build. Whether through adaptive reuse, new construction, or community-focused design, we’ll continue to create spaces that make a lasting impact.
Community celebrates opening of new EO Regional Workforce and Child Development Hub
Having played a pivotal role on the project team, Thompson & Litton (T&L) was pleased to attend the recent ribbon cutting held in October celebrating the official opening of the new EO Companies (EO) Regional Workforce and Child Development Hub in Abingdon, Virginia.
On Saturday, Nov. 2 the public was invited to the new facility for an Open House, and all were very excited about the opportunities it will bring. EO is a newly launched Virginia-based 501c3 non-profit organization with a mission to research, pilot, and scale innovative solutions aimed at amplifying economic opportunities among Virginia’s most challenged communities. EO repurposed an existing structure that housed a large retail store (Kmart) located just north of Interstate 81 off Exit 17. The big-box facility was renovated to create critical infrastructure to address workforce development, attraction, and retention challenges essential to Southwest Virginia’s economic prosperity. The Hub expands access to education by providing onsite high-quality child care for 300 children, sustains a network of 200+ childcare operators by offering back-office services and supports, and delivers career exploration and hands-on learning to 30,000 K-12 students annually in partnership with area employers.
EO enlisted the help of BurWil Construction and T&L through a design build process, to redevelop the 85,000 plus square-foot facility in efforts to catalyze the attraction of new employers to the region and aid in retaining current workers by making employment in the labor force a feasible choice for families. T&L assisted with design development, construction documents, and construction contract administration for the project which became the gateway for developing responsive design and construction of the new facility. The Hub is expected to create 100 new jobs, enable area employers and businesses to grow and operate at their fullest potential, and help to ensure that residents do not have to leave the region for a good job with a livable wage.
Thompson & Litton, Inc. (T&L) has announced the acquisition of Tysinger, Hampton & Partners, Inc. (TH&P). The combination of T&L and TH&P brings together two well-respected civil engineering and land surveying firms, who have both been serving clients throughout Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee for decades. On May 15, 2024, TH&P joined T&L’s employee-owned operation, and is doing business as Thompson & Litton, Inc. The office will remain in Johnson City, Tennessee. “The combined experience and skills of the two firms will allow T&L to continue our long record of success,” says T&L President Greg Hurst. “With the addition of TH&P, an established engineering and land surveying firm with a long history and solid reputation, we can offer more value and convenience to our clients throughout Tennessee and the Mid-Atlantic region.” Founded in 1956, T&L serves it’s five-state Mid-Atlantic client base from offices in Wise, Radford, Tazewell, and Chilhowie, Virginia; Bristol, Johnson City, and Mosheim, Tennessee; and Princeton, West Virginia. Since its earliest days, T&L has emphasized serving its clients by producing quality work by committed people. This principle is stronger than ever. TH&P’s staff joins T&L’s existing professional and full-service staff of engineers, architects, surveyors, land-use planners, construction administrators, grant/financing specialists, and other support personnel. TH&P now a division of T&L, was founded in 1982 and is a full-service professional surveying and civil engineering firm providing services in civil, sanitary, highway, stormwater, site development, and construction engineering inspection. The merger allows the firm to continue to serve Towns, Cities, Counties, and private clients, throughout Tennessee with increased capacity, and expands its service offerings to include architectural, broadband, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services. Tom Patton, II, PE, President of TH&P has been named Senior Project Manager for the newly consolidated company. He states, “We feel very blessed to have the opportunity to join T&L in this acquisition. As a past employee of T&L, I am familiar with their excellent treatment of employees as well as good moral and ethical standards. Greg Hurst has been excellent to work with on this acquisition and we appreciate the effort that T&L has made to ensure that both our staff and clients will benefit from the acquisition. This opportunity allows us to provide continued employment and benefits for our staff while continuing to provide surveying and engineering services to our clients.”
T&L is wishing Bill Thompson, AIA a happy retirement after an illustrious 41 years with us. Thompson first joined T&L in 1983, bringing along his architectural expertise. He is set to embark on his next greatest adventure on March 19, 2024. As the founder of T&L’s current architectural practice, Thompson has been a crucial member of our team. His time and commitment to this company, as well as to our clients, have been invaluable. We would like to take this opportunity to thank him for innovating and advancing T&L into the firm that it is today. On behalf of T&L, we congratulate Bill Thompson on an enormously successful career, and we hope that his future endeavors are filled with just as many incredible stories. Please join us in thanking Bill Thompson for his dedication and hard work at T&L.
T&L Excited To View Fully Operational KEECO Facility Following Lengthy Partnership
Thompson & Litton partnered with Skyrem, LLC in July 2021 to provide Surveying, Architectural, and Engineering services associated with the KEECO Manufacturing Facility Expansion project in Henry County, Virginia. Following recent acquisitions and consolidation, KEECO has become the world’s largest pillow manufacturer. The existing Henry County facility needed to double in size to increase shipping and receiving areas and additional warehouse space. The project consisted of two distinct construction packages, one for the overall land development and the other the upfit of a tilt-up concrete wall superstructure of 244,000 S.F. T&L’s scope of services included survey and subsurface engineering, design, permitting, preparation of bid documents, assistance with procurement, and construction contract administration. The site construction was completed by Steve Martin’s Trenching, Inc. of Martinsville, VA and the Warehouse up-fit by Blair Construction of Gretna, VA. Soon after Substantial Completion was attained in August 2023, it didn’t take KEECO long to get the warehouse filled up. The big bundles seen in the footage are compressed filling for the various style pillows ranging in weight between 250 and 800 lbs.
Wise, VA (07/01/2023) Thompson & Litton, Inc. (T&L) is pleased to announce that Keith Almoney, PE, Barry Collier, AIA, PMP, Stacy Fowler, PE, Elliott Lambert, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Jennifer Moore, PE, Keli Ratcliffe, CPSM and Erica Sunshine, AIA, LEED AP have recently been named Associates of the firm. T&L President, Greg Hurst, stated, “These seven individuals have consistently revealed outstanding character and abilities and deserve to be set aside and recognized. Their skills and dedication have been vital to the growth and success of our firm.”
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Keith A. Almoney, PE, joined T&L in 2016 and has acquired 25 years of experience in structural engineering. He has maintained his Professional Engineer status in Virginia since 2003 and currently holds the position of Lead Structural Engineer within the firm. Keith is a 1996 graduate of Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering. Keith has extensive experience in structural design incorporating a multitude of various materials including steel, concrete, masonry, and timber. |
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Barry Collier, AIA, PMP, joined T&L in 2019. He is a 2007 graduate of Virginia Tech receiving a Bachelor of Architecture Degree. Barry has over 16 years of experience in the design, construction, and management of architectural and engineering projects. As a Project Manager Barry is responsible for the overall project coordination and is the main point of contact between the Client and the Project Team. He consistently ensures that the necessary services are provided, and projects are completed on time and within budget. He is an integral part of the T&L team. |
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Stacy Fowler, PE, joined T&L in 2019 and has amassed over 27 years of experience in his field. He is a graduate of Bluefield State College, receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, and a postgraduate of the University of Central Florida, receiving a Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering. He has experience in the design and management of engineering projects and as a Project Manager, Stacy is responsible for project coordination and is the main point of contact between the client and the T&L Project Team. He will see that the necessary services are provided and that the project is completed on time and within budget. |
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Elliott Lambert, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, joined T&L in 2006 and has amassed 24 years of experience in architecture. Elliott is a 2000 graduate of Bluefield State College receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Architectural Engineering Technology and Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering Technology with experience in the design and construction of architectural projects. Since joining T&L and currently as Lead Architect for the Bristol, Tennessee Office, he has played a key role in the preliminary and final design of new construction and renovation/adaptive reuse projects throughout the T&L service area. |
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Jennifer J. Moore, PE, has 23 years of experience in the field of civil engineering. Since joining T&L in 2001, she has strived to see projects through and continuously enhances her skills. Jennifer recently represented the company at the highly respected Virginia Department of Transportation’s Transportation Project Management Institute (TPMI) Program where she was a member of the winning project team. Jennifer is a 2000 graduate of Virginia Tech receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering. Jennifer has played a key role in in the design of various transportation projects for T&L. |
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Keli Ratcliffe, CPSM, has extensive experience in marketing and business development and creating and implementing strategic communication programs. Keli is a graduate of Virginia Tech and joined T&L in 2018. With 20 years of experience in her field, she possesses a thorough knowledge of public and stakeholder activities supporting local government projects. Keli’s strengths are relationship management and connecting people. She facilitates meetings with T&L clients, staff, funding agencies and project stakeholders. She works closely with T&L technical staff to provide creative engineering and planning solutions that address client goals in an efficient and proactive manner. As of July 1, Keli will continue to utilize her career skills even further as she has been promoted to serve as a manager in T&L’s new Client Service Department. |
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Erica Sunshine, AIA, LEED AP, brought 30 years of experience to T&L when she joined the firm in 2018. Since then, Erica has worked diligently and earned her current position as Director of Architecture for Virginia and West Virginia. Erica oversees the planning and development of design concepts and alternatives and provides direct supervision of design architects and technicians. Erica is a graduate of Virginia Tech, NCARB certified, and is a LEED Accredited Professional. She has a comprehensive understanding of green building design practices, principles, and the LEED Rating System as well as experience in the design and construction of architectural projects. Erica has played a key role in the preliminary and final design of new construction and renovation/adaptive reuse projects. Erica is licensed to practice architecture in Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina |
T&L is a full-service engineering, architectural and land surveying firm that provides comprehensive services in the areas of Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing and Structural Engineering, Construction Contract Administration, Project Management, and Land Surveying for both public and private sector clientele. Established in 1956, T&L currently operates offices in Radford, Tazewell, Chilhowie, Virginia; Mosheim, Bristol, Johnson City, Tennessee; and Princeton, West Virginia with a home office located in Wise, Virginia. Every project T&L works on is handled with integrity, insight, and innovation through a team of over 150 professionals and support personnel.
