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TriCoast Welcomes Davis Barksdale as New Project Manager
Gainesville, Fla. (March 17, 2025) – TriCoast Building Group, LLC is pleased to announce the addition of Davis Barksdale to its team as the newest Project Manager. With over 8 years of construction experience, Davis brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success in delivering high-profile projects.
Before joining TriCoast, Davis spent his career with a prominent ENR Top 50 general contractor, where he most recently contributed to the AT&T Stadium refresh project in Dallas, Texas. In this role, he played a pivotal part in overseeing the revitalization of one of the most iconic stadiums in the country. Davis’s impressive portfolio also includes several other high-profile projects, such as:
• The Dallas Mavericks Practice Facility
• The Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium
• The Star Phase III – Keurig Dr. Pepper Headquarters
• The Star Phase IV
• Globe Life Field – The New Home of the Texas Rangers
• Union Pacific Bush 4141 Locomotive and Marine One Helicopter Pavilion at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas
• Christus Health Headquarters
• The Village Town Center
• Mission Critical Data Center
Davis earned his Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Texas A&M University, where he built a solid foundation in construction leadership and management. With his broad experience and expertise in estimating, planning, and executing complex projects, Davis is poised to strengthen TriCoast’s commitment to delivering excellence in every endeavor.
“We are thrilled to welcome Davis to the TriCoast family,” said Johnny Barnes, Principal at TriCoast Building Group. “His wealth of experience in managing large-scale, high-visibility projects is a perfect fit with our company’s goals. Having worked with Davis in the past, I’ve seen firsthand his drive and dedication. He is hungry to make an impact, and I’m confident his leadership, expertise, and passion will be invaluable not only to our team but also to our clients. We’re excited for the positive influence he will bring to TriCoast.”
Davis will play a vital role in managing and estimating a variety of construction projects, ensuring TriCoast continues to provide top-tier service to its clients across the region. His passion for quality work and ability to drive successful project outcomes will help strengthen TriCoast’s growing reputation in the construction industry.
TriCoast Building Group, LLC, is a family-owned, Florida-certified general contractor and nationally recognized women’s business enterprise specializing in drywall and acoustical ceiling solutions for commercial wall systems. Co-founded by Corie Patton and her father, Johnny Barnes, TriCoast combines over 57 years of industry expertise with a strong focus on quality, collaboration, and exceptional service. The company is committed to fostering long-term partnerships and driving innovation to enhance construction project efficiency, all while maintaining a proactive, customer-centric approach.
TriCoast’s mission transcends merely delivering outstanding construction projects; we aspire to cultivate enduring partnerships internally and externally that will serve as a catalyst for the next generation of industry leaders.