April/May 2025 Bulletin
million facility spans 132,000 square feet of purpose-built space, featuring advanced research laboratories, specialized teaching facilities and flexible innovation zones designed for breakthrough work in bioengineering, bioinformatics and computational life sciences. “We pride ourselves in constructing future-enabled facilities that attract the brightest minds to lead the innovations of tomorrow,” said Mark Balling, executive vice president and general manager responsible for Skanska’s Mid-Atlantic region. “This strategic expansion strengthens George Mason’s position as a life sciences hub while advancing its mission to prepare the next generation of STEM-H leaders through advanced research facilities and collaborative spaces,” The Life Sciences and Engineering Building includes an array of specialized instructional labs, classrooms, experiential learning laboratories and faculty and administrative offices to support growing student and faculty communities on the campus. The primary users are the College of Engineering and Computing, the College of Science, the College of Education and Human Development, the College of Visual and Performing Arts and students enrolled in STEM-H majors, such as kinesiology, materials science, forensic science, bioengineering and mechanical engineering. The building enhances George Mason’s SciTech Campus as a premier research and education hub creating a dynamic residential campus experience that supports students from their freshman year through their post- graduate work. Located in the heart of Virginia’s tech corridor, the campus serves as a vital academic center for communities across Prince William, Fauquier, and western Fairfax counties along with the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park and surrounding regions. Photos of the completed facility can be found here . An EarthCam link can be found here .
Skanska’s work on the Life Sciences and Engineering Building underscores the company’s dedication to delivering high-quality, sustainable construction projects that meet the evolving needs of educational institutions and the communities they serve. Skanska currently has more than $640 million of projects in progress in its Mid-Atlantic region which includes Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia and North Carolina. ISEC Elevates Eric Anderson to Vice President ISEC is excited to announce the promotion of Eric Anderson to Vice President. This promotion reflects his steady-handed contributions to ISEC’s Mid-Atlantic teams and business success. Eric began his career in 2009 when he was hired as a project manager and put in charge of the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC). His career has been based in the Mid-Atlantic region where he has served as Operations Manager and most recently as Regional Manager, overseeing numerous high-profile, difficult projects. His even-tempered demeanor, patience, and care for our people and customers has continued to create opportunities for the Mid- Atlantic and Southeast Regions.
promotion to Vice President reflects his impact on our teams and business, and we look forward to his continued leadership in this new role," said Greg Timmerman, ISEC President & CEO. As Vice President, Eric will oversee all aspects of business in the Mid- Atlantic and Southeast markets. Cohen Seglias Adds Government Contracting Partner Cherylyn Harley LeBon, Continuing Growth in DC Office Cherylyn Harley LeBon is bringing her 25-plus years of congressional, executive branch and private sector legal experience to the Washington, DC office of Cohen Seglias as a partner and co-chair of the firm’s Government Contracting Group.
Drawing on her experience as a Presidential appointee at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Cherylyn provides strategic counsel on all stages of the federal procurement process. She has in-depth knowledge of SBA programs, including 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB, and HUBZone certifications, and advises clients on government contracting, financial assistance, disaster response, and regulatory compliance. Cherylyn represents clients in a broad range of government contracting matters, including joint venture agreements, Mentor-Protégé relationships, teaming agreements, contract interpretation and performance counseling, Requests for
“Eric’s steady leadership, patience, and genuine care for our people and customers have earned him the trust and respect of those around him. His
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