Webcor Shines at ASC Reno 2025

Despite an initial hiccup, Webcor scored big at the 2025 Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) competition in Reno.

Why it matters

The event brought together top construction talent from universities across ASC Regions 6 and 7, introducing Webcor to several potential recruits and offering learning opportunities to dozens of students.

• Webcor sponsored the Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) category for Region 7
• Teams included top schools like Auburn, Boise State, Cal Poly SLO, UC Davis, and USC.

Unique, collaborative competition

Webcor judges—including Blair Hinojosa, Mac Hammitt, Karen Turcios, Jocelyn Mezofenyi, and Rachel Johnson—designed an interactive, collaborative competition inspired by the real-world Shattuck project in Berkeley.

• Teams tackled trade coordination, cost, schedule, and estimating problems.
• Students worked collaboratively across different specialties: carpentry, concrete, drywall.

Pivoting for student success

When initial tasks proved too challenging for the students, Webcor quickly adjusted:

• With Mac assisting, Jocelyn, Webcor's VDC Director, developed and led an interactive teaching session as an alternative to the initial challenge.
• Students then built a mock-up lounge and bathroom from high-quality cardboard donated by the Helen Diller Hospital project team.

What they’re saying

The students thrived,” Jocelyn says. “Seeing their excitement validated our approach."

Winners

🥇 CSU Sacramento 🥈 Cal Poly SLO 🥉 UC Davis

Strong recruiting results

HR's Desiree Montoya reported that Webcor connected with over 80 prospective interns and project engineers through event activities.

What's next

Webcor plans even more dynamic experiences for future ASC competitions, reinforcing its leadership in construction innovation and education.