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People that I’m meeting for the first time often ask me how A M King brings value to manufacturing clients. I love having the opportunity to talk about our approach to industrial facility growth and development. Because each project is uniquely complex, our job, the service that we deliver, is to truly get to know…
Economic developers, business leaders, and policymakers gathered this week in Myrtle Beach for the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) Annual Conference, held May 14–16 in Myrtle Beach, SC. The event served as a platform to celebrate the state’s economic achievements and to discuss strategies for navigating the evolving economic landscape. A Positive Economic Outlook…
Construction input prices decreased 0.1% in April compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices increased 0.2% for the month. Overall construction input prices are 0.1% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction…
Foundry Commercial is pleased to announce the successful sale of a nearly 40-acre infill, industrial site along the Highway 55 corridor in Fuquay-Varina, N.C. Foundry Partners Jim Allaire, Sarah Godwin, and Karl Hudson, IV, CCIM represented the seller in the transaction. The buyer, Chicago-based Stotan Industrial, will deliver approximately 487,200 square feet of small-bay industrial…
Leading interior design firm establishes presence in the Southeast S. Tipton Studio, an Austin, Texas-based interior design studio specializing in workplaces, medical offices and wellness spaces, industrial projects, and landlord services, is launching a new office location in Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded in 2009, S. Tipton Studio is an award-winning design studio with 17 employees. As a…
Foundry Commercial is pleased to announce the successful sale of a nearly 40-acre infill, industrial site along the Highway 55 corridor in Fuquay-Varina, N.C. Foundry Partners Jim Allaire, Sarah Godwin, and Karl Hudson, IV, CCIM represented the seller in the transaction. The buyer, Chicago-based Stotan Industrial, will deliver approximately 487,200 square feet of small-bay industrial…
McShane Construction Company’s Southeast regional team was selected to build a 461-unit multi-family community in Greenville, South Carolina, for repeat client Flournoy Development Group. “We are thrilled to partner with Flournoy Development Group once again to bring this dynamic and thoughtfully designed community to Greenville,” commented Dave Meadows, Vice President & Regional Manager at McShane….
Balfour Beatty has been honored with a 2024 Pinnacle Award from Carolinas AGC (CAGC) for its exceptional delivery of North Carolina Department of Transportation’s (NCDOT) $60 million Harkers Island Bridge Replacement project. The award was presented during CAGC’s 104th Annual Convention in Charleston, South Carolina. The CAGC’s Pinnacle Awards, co-sponsored by CPA firm GreerWalker LLP and the law…
Caruso Homes is excited to announce the grand opening of their only model home in the Charlotte area at Rolling Meadows, its newest luxury community in Mooresville, North Carolina. The decorated Lexington II model home, now open to the public, offers prospective buyers a firsthand look at the exceptional quality and craftsmanship that define Caruso Homes. The grand opening…
The Digital Transformation of Construction: Why Cybersecurity Matters We meet with construction leaders nearly every day and often receive a slew of questions. Some about the latest AI strategies they should implement, where we see they are vulnerable to a cyber attack, or when the rain will stop so they can complete their projects faster. …
CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned regional electrical contractor with four offices across South Carolina, recently announced Edson Moo’s promotion to Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Manager for Southeast Operations. In his expanded role, Moo will continue leading VDC efforts across CarolinaPower’s two-state footprint while also assuming oversight of VDC initiatives at sister company MetroPower, which operates…
In early May 2025, the annual Western NC (WNC) Construction Career Day brought together nearly 600 high school students from 14 school districts to explore careers throughout the construction industry. Branch wrote in a recent Company LinkedIn post, “Western North Carolina (WNC) Construction Career Day gave us hope – in our region, the future, and…
Effective teamwork and communication are crucial in today’s fast-paced, high-stress work environments. As to-do lists grow and deadlines loom, organizations require innovative tools to enhance self-awareness, team performance, engagement and effective leadership. Let me introduce “Taking Flight with DISC” – an enhanced version of the classic DISC assessment that’s taking team building to new heights….
Associated Builders and Contractors reported today that its Construction Backlog Indicator rose to a 20-month high of 8.7 months in April, according to an ABC member survey conducted April 22 to May 6. The reading is up 0.3 months since April 2024. View the full Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index data series. Backlog has…
Charlotte-based Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, a national transdisciplinary design firm, has earned a Just 2.0 label from The International Living Future Institute (ILFI), showcasing the firm’s commitment to being a more transparent, equitable, and socially just organization. In addition to Charlotte, Little has offices in Durham, NC; Charleston, SC; McLean, VA; Orlando, FL; and Newport…
Lane the Loader™ is more than just an initiative—it’s a movement designed to spark interest in the skilled trades among young minds. From preschool classrooms to community colleges, Lane has delivered construction-themed books to students of all ages, inspiring curiosity and fostering a deeper appreciation for the trades. Whether it’s a single book for a…
It’s now possible for working construction professionals to complete a Construction Science and Management (CSM) degree online through Clemson University. Clemson University’s Nieri Department of Construction and Real Estate Development is pleased to announce the upcoming rollout of its new Construction Science and Management (CSM) Online Blended/Hybrid Degree Cohort. Officially launching in Fall 2025, this…
