At a ceremony on November 5, the North Carolina Central University WNCU Radio Station Renovation project received a 2026 Excellence in Construction Eagle Award from the Associated Builders and Contractors Carolinas Chapter. The project won in the Restorations/Renovations $2M – $5M category.
Serving as construction manager, LeChase worked with Evoke Studio Architecture and construction management partner SGS Contracting to renovate the existing radio station. The project modernized and reconfigured the existing space – adding specialized acoustic treatments, new finishes and fixtures, building systems, broadcast equipment and technology – to better support station operations.
LeChase Regional Operations Manager Kathryn Payne and Regional Director of Community Engagement and Inclusion Denise Barnes joined other project partners at the event to accept the award.
