Eric Clark

Relentless Ally

Charting a New Course

Strong leadership is vital to expansion. When looking to break into new markets, strong teams are foundational for success. In the Mid-Atlantic, Eric Clark and a dynamic group of operations experts lead the way through their shared values of collaboration, empathy and a relentless dedication to the communities they serve.

In and around Central Virginia, Eric supports active projects by assisting our project teams in overcoming challenges, securing the resources they need or connecting with potential clients to identify new opportunities. Eric is a Relentless Ally committed to supporting operations teams as they provide essential buildings for rapidly growing communities.

Expanding Horizons

Eric and his teammates are expanding Balfour Beatty’s operations into the Richmond and Hampton Roads communities of Virginia. Although the team has been operating in the area for many years, they recently set their sights on putting down roots and getting more established.

“We’ve been here for quite some time, and we’ve built a great core group of people,” says Eric. “We saw an opportunity to grow our market presence, and we’re thrilled to begin this next chapter.”

The Richmond and Hampton Roads team plans to expand their presence in the federal, institutional and higher education markets, building upon the Mid-Atlantic’s impressive 93-year history in the region. The team has hit the ground running and is actively engaged in several significant projects, partnering with clients like the College of William and Mary and their repeat-client, the US Army Corps of Engineers.

“This is an opportunity to serve the central Virginia community, using our established local expertise to support the region’s growth and development,” says Eric. “Our commitment to excellence and the relationships we’ve built in the community have laid a strong foundation; we’re excited to deliver exceptional results for our clients and communities.”

Returning the Favor

Eric is no stranger to working in the field. He began at Balfour Beatty after graduating from Virginia Tech in 1998, joining the company as a project engineer. As the years progressed, he has risen through the ranks and experienced many parts of the business in the process.

The journey of Eric’s career gives him insight into the unique challenges his teammates experience at every level of the business. Now, he’s dedicated to living out our people-first culture and supporting the next generation.

“I had so many opportunities from my leaders throughout the years to develop in my career,” says Eric. “Now, I’m always looking for ways to develop others and provide them opportunities to get to the next level in their careers.”

For Eric, the value of mentoring cannot be overstated. Not only does it grow a network of exceptional construction leaders, but it also establishes a culture in which personal connections, teamwork and collaboration are paramount to success.

“Creating collaborative environments allows our teams to excel,” says Eric. “That collaboration leads to successfully navigating project challenges and accelerated schedules, ultimately ensuring that we can deliver excellent projects that meet our clients’ unique needs.”

Coming Full Circle

During his days as an assistant project manager, Eric was assigned to the National Museum of the Marine Corps, primarily supervising field crews during the fit-out phase of the project. The 120,000-square-foot facility was nearing completion when Eric joined the team, working the night shift and finalizing the lighting in the main gallery.

Over ten years later, Eric found himself once again at the museum, this time as a project executive. For the phase 2 expansion project, the team more than doubled the space, adding new exhibit galleries, a large screen theater and a student education center.

“It was a really full-circle project for me,” explains Eric. “I was engaged in the initial project from a young age and felt like I was just finding my way in the industry. Being able to come back so many years later and lead the team that put the expansion on has been a highlight of my career.”

The museum has received extensive recognition, with the original project earning more than a dozen recognitions and the expansion project earning recognitions from Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Metropolitan Washington and Virginia and NAIOP Northern Virginia. It is one of Balfour Beatty’s signature projects in the Mid-Atlantic, and a testament to our team’s emphasis on collaboration and commitment to bringing our clients’ visions to life.

Stepping Fearlessly in the Future

As the team charts a new course in Central Virginia, careful planning and preparation set the foundation for building to last. New challenges and unexpected obstacles are sure to come, but with a strong, collaborative culture as their guidepost, Eric and his teammates are ready to meet them head-on.