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Construction Progress at the Albemarle Career Exploration (ACE) Academy
Jamerson-Lewis Construction continues to make steady progress at the Albemarle Career Exploration (ACE) Academy, part of the Lambs Lane Campus in Albemarle County, Virginia.
As the start of the school year approaches, crews are working to complete paving and striping of the roadway that surrounds the new facility. This is a key milestone to ensure safe and efficient access for students and staff.
From the outside in, the facility is taking on a bold new look with a redesigned exterior that enhances both function and curb appeal. Inside, the upgrades are just as impressive - including a bright, spacious cafeteria, a modernized auditorium, fully renovated classrooms, and refreshed bathroom facilities.
Construction is well underway at Amherst County High School, where a major renovation and addition are transforming the learning environment.
We’re excited to welcome Jaelynn Jones and Morgan Bowers to Jamerson-Lewis Construction as part of the Beacon of Hope internship program!
Jaelynn is a rising senior at Heritage High School, and Morgan is a rising junior. Both will be on site this summer at the Randolph College Martin Science Renovation through July 26, gaining firsthand experience in construction management and field operations.
To celebrate the turnover of the first two groups of cottages at Summit Northside, Jamerson-Lewis Construction hosted a luncheon for the crews who brought the project to life. Catered by Blue Ridge BBQ, the event was a chance to thank the teams and trade partners for their hard work, dedication, and craftsmanship throughout this milestone.
These newly completed cottages mark the first major turnover in the multi-phase project with LifeSpire of Virginia.
Welcome Ashley Kershner
Jamerson-Lewis Construction is excited to welcome Ashley Kershner as our new Director of Community Engagement.
Ashley brings over 15 years of leadership experience in strategic planning, branding, public relations, and stakeholder engagement through her work with Downtown Lynchburg Association, the City of Lynchburg, and various non-profits. Her ability to connect vision with execution - and unite people around shared goals - makes her a powerful addition to our team as we continue to grow.
In this new role, Ashley will help shape our communications strategy, support talent recruitment and retention, and grow Jamerson-Lewis’s impact as a community-minded builder across Central and Southwest Virginia.
Please join us in welcoming Ashley to the Jamerson-Lewis family!
We’re excited for what’s ahead.
Tuesday, May 27th marked the official groundbreaking at Liberty High School for a major facility upgrade - including renovations and additions to the existing auditorium building, improvements to exterior precast concrete canopies, and new aluminum canopies.
Jamerson-Lewis Construction is proud to lead the work, improving key areas of the school that will serve students, staff, and the Bedford community for years to come. The project is set to wrap in fall 2026.
Riverfront Park Amphitheater Reaches Topping-Out Milestone
The final curved steel beam has been set at the Riverfront Park Amphitheater, marking a major milestone in the construction of this new community venue in downtown Lynchburg.
The Jamerson-Lewis team celebrated the moment with a topping out ceremony on April 29, joined by partners from Shickel, the City of Lynchburg, and AECOM. The tradition of topping out — placing an evergreen tree and flag on the final beam - honors the work of the crews and marks steady, safe progress on site.