Barriere Construction, a family owned heavy construction company, has opened its fifth division office in Hammond.The southeast Louisiana-based construction company is looking to branch into the Hammond community permanently after several years of construction work in the area."Our goal is to show that this is a great place to do business," Hammond Division Manager Doug Olson said. "We have a real commitment to planning. We have a detailed schedule. If you don't have a plan, you can't work everyday."Barriere employs 400 workers companywide and operates out of its main office in Metairie. Its other locations include two in Boutte, one in Belle Chasse and one in Franklinton.The new Hammond location, 15052 Club Deluxe Road, will serve as the North Shore Construction Division, creating 35 new jobs for the area.
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