Doug Lawyer has joined The Christman Company as manager of business development in the construction management and real estate development firm’s office in Knoxville, Tennessee.
“Doug’s extensive economic development experience in Knoxville brings an impressive skill set, including knowledge of every step of development from concept to doors opening,” said Marty Gibbs, senior vice president and general manager for Christman’s operations in Knoxville. “Relationships are at the core of our business, and Doug’s ability to cultivate relationships will be integral to our business and the growth of our community. We’re happy to welcome him to the team.”
Lawyer earned a bachelor’s degree in geography and political science from Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, and a master’s degree in urban planning from the University of Tennessee. He earned the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) designation from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).
He previously served as vice president of economic development at the Knoxville Chamber for 24 years where he oversaw the organization’s strategies and team in business attraction and expansion.
“I’ve had the privilege of being connected to The Christman Company throughout my career and have been impressed by their collaborative approach to the projects they undertake,” Lawyer said. “I’ve always admired the company’s work – they’ve built iconic structures in our community – and was drawn by their level of trust and respect.”
Lawyer currently serves as past president of the board for the Wesley House Community Center and is on the board for the West High School Foundation. He is a member of IEDC, Industrial Asset Management Council and Rotary Club of Knoxville. He is a graduate of Leadership Knoxville’s Class of 2015.
A resident of Knoxville for 30 years, Lawyer and his wife, Andrea, are parents to two daughters.
About The Christman Company
The Christman Company, founded in 1894, is one of the country’s leading professional construction services firms. The company’s award-winning services include construction management, general contracting, design/build, program management, real estate development and self-perform services. Christman specializes in a variety of construction markets, including government, higher and K12 education, industrial and power, healthcare, and corporate office. Ranked at No. 87 in the Engineering News-Record ENR 400 top contractors nationally and No. 44 in the ENR 100 Construction Management-at-Risk firms, Christman has more than $6 billion in construction underway managed by 500 professional employees across five states throughout the Southeast U.S., the Midwest, the Southwest U.S., and the Mid-Atlantic. In 2021 Christman formalized its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) program by forming a dedicated DEI Council representing diverse members from across the regions we serve. Click this link to read more about our activities and focus on DEI. For more information, visit https://www.christmanco.com, and connect on Facebook and LinkedIn.