Insights

Building More Than a School: How Jaynes is Strengthening Community in Dolores, Colorado

April 13, 2026
In the small town of Dolores, Colorado, something bigger than a construction project is taking shape. Backed by Colorado’s BEST (Building Excellent Schools Today) Grant Program, the nearly $30 million Dolores Schools project represents more than new classrooms and facilities. It’s an investment in rural education, local pride, and long-term community growth. And for Jaynes,…
Geoffery Siffring-F&M Architects Isabella James-F7M Architects Sebastian Toalson-BVH Architecture Jennifer Davis- BVH Architecture Max MClosky-F&M Architecture Shay Davis- Jaynes PM Mark Trujillo-Jaynes Senior Sup Matt Prinster-Artaic group owners rep Nicholas Valencia-Myself

A Pioneer in the Field: Jaynes’ Linda Squires And The Path She Forged

March 27, 2026
Long before women were widely represented in commercial construction, Linda Squires was already leading jobsites and changing minds. At Jaynes Corporation, she didn’t just break barriers. She erased them. Linda Squires began her career as a Carpenter Apprentice in the late 1970s in an industry that, at the time, had little room or acceptance for…

Ari Garay, Jaynes Federal Group Project Engineer Intern, Wins Prestigious AGC Scholarship

October 9, 2025
Ari Garay, a construction engineering student at the University of New Mexico (UNM), recently shared her experiences from her nine-month internship with Jaynes Corporation’s Federal Division. Ari credits the welcoming team and mentorship from Jaynes Senior Project Manager Danielle Salazar and Jaynes Assistant Project Manager Justin Flores for her continued corporate education. “I started knowing…
Ari Garay, Federal Group Project Engineer Intern, Wins Prestigious Scholarship Ari Garay, a construction engineering student at the University of New Mexico (UNM), recently shared her experiences from her nine-month internship with Jaynes Corporation’s Federal Division. Ari credits the welcoming team and mentorship from Danielle Salazar and Justin Flores for her continued corporate education. “I started knowing little about construction, but every day I learned more thanks to my mentors and the supportive environment at Jaynes.” Despite balancing a very demanding university schedule, 19 credit hours, and 20 to 25 weekly work hours at Jaynes, Ari values the opportunities Jaynes offers. Her recent merit scholarship award from the Empower Her Scholarship, aided by recommendations from the Jaynes Federal team, will help her further her career and education goals. The Empower Her Scholarship, sponsored by Dr. Deb Fisher, a retired professor and noted AGC Educational Consultant, recognizes and supports women building careers in construction. Read more about her scholarship award at the AGC NM website.

Opening Doors: How Jaynes and Arches Are Investing in Albuquerque’s Future Workforce

October 7, 2025
In a city where career pathways can feel limited, Jaynes Corporation and Arches are proving that opportunity is built, not found. This September, a group of Albuquerque students from Arches stepped inside Jaynes’ facilities to discover the wide world of commercial construction and see themselves reflected in the professionals who make it happen. Arches is…
Students from Arches learning about various career paths in commercial construction during an educational tour of Jaynes corporate headquarters in Albuquerque New Mexico.

Jaynes In The Community: Six Major Education Projects Delivered in Summer 2025

September 24, 2025
When schools thrive, communities thrive. In the summer of 2025, Jaynes Corporation delivered six major educational projects in communities throughout New Mexico, completed and opened in time for the new school year. Here’s a rundown on some of the educational projects Jaynes’ teams delivered this summer: Carlsbad High School’s Performing Arts Center This 1,000-seat performing…

The Jaynes Employee Spotlight: Miguel Almeida

August 12, 2025
In today’s job market, a career in commercial construction can be surprisingly appealing, especially for career-minded individuals just starting. At Jaynes, we see new hires quickly growing into their roles and successfully kick-starting well-paying, stable careers. Commercial construction is an industry full of purpose, innovation, and high-growth opportunities. And for those willing to learn, contribute,…