GCS SIGAL

Exterior panels featuring a striking mural have been installed at our Malcolm X Elementary School project in Ward 8, marking another milestone in the school's transformation.

Created by local artist Hero Art Designs, the mural features Malcolm X alongside an iconic quote. Printed on high-pressure laminate panels and installed at the school's main entrance stair tower, the artwork will be visible to students, staff, visitors, and community members alike. Unlike traditional murals painted directly onto permanent surfaces, these panels can be relocated in the future if renovations occur, helping preserve the artwork for generations to come.

The mural is part of a larger public art program that will incorporate artwork from local artists throughout the school, creating a vibrant learning environment that celebrates the history, culture, and spirit of the community.

GCS-SIGAL participated in the Washington Building Congress Golf Outing!

The annual event brought together professionals from across the AEC industry for a day of networking, friendly competition, and relationship building on the course.

Thank you to WBC for hosting another great outing, and to everyone who stopped by our sponsored hole throughout the day.

Congress Heights Recreation Center's Topping Out Ceremony marked a significant milestone as the structure continues to take shape.

The event brought together project partners and trade partners for a beam signing, food, raffles, giveaways, and an ice cream truck to recognize the hard work and dedication that have brought the project to this point.

When complete, the new facility will feature a gymnasium, fitness areas, multipurpose spaces, an e-gaming room, community gathering areas, and enhanced outdoor amenities designed to support recreation, wellness, and community engagement for the Congress Heights community.

Thank you to everyone whose hard work and collaboration have made this milestone possible.

GCS-SIGAL was proud to support this year's T1D Real Estate Games as the Water Sponsor!

Our team joined hundreds of industry professionals for a day of friendly competition and fundraising, taking part in events including Tug of War, Swimming, the Bouncy Ball Relay, and more. The event brought the real estate and construction community together in support of a great cause—raising funds and awareness for Type 1 Diabetes research.

At GCS-SIGAL, we believe great projects start with great people. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for someone who can help us identify, attract, and hire top talent across both our field and office teams.

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Meet the team behind our 22,000 SF addition at Barnard Elementary School.

Project Executive Paul Vayo, Project Manager Gloria Guzman, Superintendent Dave Welsh, and Field Engineer Macey Shao are overseeing the construction of a new addition and turf field to the existing school in Ward 4. The addition will provide permanent classroom space to replace classroom trailers currently on site.

With students and staff actively using the existing school throughout construction, the project requires continuous coordination, communication, and a strong commitment to safety. We are proud of the work being done to help create an enhanced learning environment for the Barnard Elementary School community.

GCS-SIGAL sponsored the Neighborhood Design Center’s Vision is Yours Forum, bringing together community leaders, designers, planners, and industry professionals for presentations, workshops, and hands-on activities surrounding placemaking.

Our Partner & Senior Vice President, Gabe Oliver, participated in the event’s closing remarks, sharing insights on collaboration, community impact, and the importance of creating spaces that serve and strengthen neighborhoods across the region.

Thank you to the Neighborhood Design Center for organizing such an impactful event.

Photo Credit: Side A Photography

On GCS-SIGAL jobsites, our Safety Manager Ryan Monahan utilizes Procore to help streamline safety documentation, track observations, manage inspections, and improve communication across project teams. By leveraging technology in the field, our teams are able to maintain real-time visibility into jobsite safety and reinforce our commitment to creating safer, more efficient projects.

GCS-SIGAL enjoyed hosting clients and partners at the Virginia Gold Cup horse races!

It was a wonderful day of racing, conversation, and connection with many of the people who contribute to the success of our projects and partnerships throughout the year.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, we appreciated the opportunity to spend time together.

Are you a CREW DC member looking for a small, high-energy book club designed for meaningful conversation and real-world impact?

Join GCS-SIGAL Chief of Staff Katie Phillips as she facilitates this discussion-based group exploring powerful ideas around leadership, professional growth, and relationship-building—and how they apply across industries and career paths.