2025 Year in Review
Rainwater Construction Company 2025 Year in Review
For Rainwater Construction, 2025 was a year defined by momentum. It was a year of tackling complex PEMB and steel erection projects, strengthening client partnerships, and growing our team—all while preparing for a major achievement in 2026 – Rainwater’s 70th anniversary. As we approach this coming milestone, seven decades in the making, the story of this year mirrors the story of our company itself: steady, reliable, and built on a foundation of relationships and trust. This Year in Review highlights the wins, the people, and the projects that shaped 2025 and set the stage for a strong start to our next decade of service.
Awards – Rainwater Earns AC478 Accreditation
Earning the IAS AC478 accreditation was one of Rainwater Construction’s most meaningful accomplishments of 2025. This nationally recognized program—considered the gold standard for metal building assembler quality—requires rigorous third-party audits of safety practices, training, management processes, documentation, and field execution.
Achieving this accreditation is a clear signal to clients that Rainwater meets the highest benchmarks in the industry for professionalism, consistency, and jobsite performance. For our team, it validates decades of disciplined PEMB erection expertise and reinforces our commitment to delivering buildings that are safe, durable, and constructed the right way. As we head into our 70th anniversary year, AC478 stands as both a milestone earned and a standard we intend to uphold on every project.
Recognition – Maryna Hudgins Recognized by Safety Consultants USA during Women in Construction Week
In March, during Women in Construction Week, Kate Badey, President and CEO of Safety Consultants USA gave a special shoutout to Rainwater Vice President, Maryna Hudgins, PE, acknowledging her efforts to promote women’s contributions to the construction industry and recognizing their field experience.
“Some of my proudest moments as a leader with Rainwater Construction Company are observing our female talent’s personal and professional growth, seeing them implement what we teach them, and watching their faces light up when they succeed.”
– Maryna Hudgins PE, Rainwater Construction Vice President
In Memorium
Ben Rainwater
On January 8 – which would have been his 73rd birthday, The Rainwater Construction team honored the memory and celebrated the incredible life of C. Ben Rainwater, who passed on December 17, 2024.
Ben succeeded his father, Cecil B. Rainwater, as President of Rainwater Construction Company in 1991. During his tenure, he made a tremendous impact on the commercial construction industry, fellow Butler builders, and all of Rainwater’s long-standing customers. Ben embraced every dimension of life with passion and purpose – from competitive pickleball matches and cherished golf rounds with childhood friends to exploring the world and creating memories with family. Ben’s greatest gift to the Rainwater Construction family was his constant encouragement to live fully, explore widely, and grow personally, knowing that professional success would naturally follow.
While his sudden passing left us shocked and heartbroken, Ben’s vibrant life stands as a powerful reminder to treasure each moment and live with the intention and enthusiasm he showed us each day.
Ora Nation
Rainwater Construction suffered a tremendous loss with the passing of longtime team member and friend, Ora Nation on December 26, 2025. Ora’s career was so deeply woven into the history of Rainwater that it’s impossible to tell our company’s story without telling his. Ora joined Rainwater at 18 and dedicated an extraordinary 67 years to our mission, building not just structures but a legacy of craftsmanship, leadership, and loyalty.
Rising from the field to lead steel erection and concrete crews, then into management and ultimately serving as a trusted building consultant in sales, Ora brought a calm presence, deep institutional knowledge, and unwavering work ethic to every role he held. Known for his steady character and quiet strength, he worked with passion and purpose, embodying the values that have defined Rainwater for generations—commitment, integrity, and pride in a job done right.
His career stands as a rare and powerful testament to what lifelong dedication looks like, and his impact will continue to shape the company for years to come.
Completed Projects
Colonel Island Terminal
BUSINESS: GEORGIA PORTS AUTHORITY
CATEGORY: WAREHOUSE & LOGISTICS
LOCATION: PORT OF NEW BRUNSWICK, GA
SQ. FOOTAGE: 650,000
CONSTRUCTION TYPE: PEMB BUTLER® MANUFACTURING
The Rainwater Construction Company partnered with Carroll Daniel Construction to provide 650,000 square feet of Butler® PEMB erection for four warehouses and one processing facility at the Georgia Ports Authority, Port of Brunswick location. The buildings, which support operations for America’s Auto Port, are part of an effort to increase the Port’s berth and terminal capacity.
IMETCO
BUSINESS: Innovative Metals Company (IMETCO)
CATEGORY: Manufacturing
LOCATION: Peachtree Corners, GA
SQ. FOOTAGE: 30,000
CONSTRUCTION TYPE: New Construction
The Rainwater Construction Company completed 30,000 square-feet of new construction for Innovative Metals Company (IMETCO), which will provide the additional manufacturing and warehouse space to support the company’s strategic growth objectives.
Atlanta Hardwood
BUSINESS: AHC Hardwood Group
CATEGORY: Manufacturing
LOCATION: Cleveland, GA
SQ. FOOTAGE: 32,840
CONSTRUCTION TYPE: New Construction
PARTNERS: Butler Manufacturing™
AHC Hardwood is Rainwater Construction Company’s longest customer relationship, with more than 90 project collaborations dating back to the 1950s. This most recent project involved two buildings: a 14,840-square-foot manufacturing space to replace a building that had reached the end of its life expectancy, and an 18,000-square-foot storage building to replace one that was destroyed in a fire. In addition to the two buildings, the scope of work also included a sound barrier wall to help reduce the noise impact that the manufacturing plant had on the neighboring community.
Pender County HHS
BUSINESS: Bobbitt Construction
CATEGORY: Municipal
LOCATION: Burgaw, NC
SQ. FOOTAGE: 80,000
CONSTRUCTION TYPE: New Construction
PARTNERS: Butler Manufacturing™ | Bluescope Conventional Steel Services
Rainwater Construction Company provided steel erection services for the construction of a new 80,000-square-foot health and human services building for Pender County. Working under tight deadlines and a demanding schedule, Rainwater’s team completed the project on time, with scope of work led by Butler® peer builder, Bobbitt Construction.
New Team Members
As Rainwater approaches its 70th anniversary, building a strong, future-focused team remains a top priority. The new hires who joined us in 2025 are a valuable contribution to our culture of craftsmanship, safety, and service, reinforcing the values that have guided Rainwater for decades.
Caleb Casey
Assistant Project Manager
Dylan Hudgins
Assistant Project Manager
Tristan Thompson
Assistant Project Manager
Ross Nichols
Commercial Superintendent
Hank Chavis
Pre-Engineered Metal Building Superintendent
Events
In March, Rainwater attended the Kennesaw State University career fair to speak with students exploring internships and full-time positions. Engaging directly with emerging talent allowed the team to highlight Rainwater’s culture, career paths, and long-standing reputation in the PEMB industry. It also reinforced the company’s commitment to investing in the next generation.
We’re Looking Forward to Our 70th Anniversary Year with Enthusiasm, Confidence, and Purpose
As Rainwater Construction closes the chapter on 2025 and prepares to celebrate its 70th anniversary, the year’s accomplishments reflect far more than completed projects—they reflect a continued commitment to quality, integrity, and long-term partnership.
From strengthening client relationships to investing in people, safety, and industry-leading standards like AC478, Rainwater heads into 2026 with momentum and a dedication to serving the Eastern United States with the same reliability that has defined our company since its inception. As we move into a new year and a new decade of service, we remain ready to deliver buildings and cultivate relationships that stand the test of time.
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