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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) will welcome more than 10,000 to Washington, D.C. for the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2024 (AIA24) taking place at the Walter. E Washington Convention Center June 5-8, 2024. The event will convene professionals across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry to network, share knowledge, and find…
Tips for Building a Successful Career in the Construction Industry GroundBreak Carolinas reached out to a cross section of construction industry leaders in North Carolina and South Carolina to see what advice they might have for new college graduates entering our industry. Check out their “words of wisdom!” Building the Culture You Want in Your Firm…
Lovett Industrial, the Houston-based real estate investment firm, recently broke ground on Orr Road Business Center, an urban infill 21.7-acre development consisting of 282,000 square feet spread across two Class A industrial buildings in the North Graham submarket of Charlotte, NC. Located on Orr Rd, just northeast of Downtown Charlotte, and within 1.5 miles of…
The Catawba Nation is set to begin construction on a $700 million casino project in Kings Mountain, which will create nearly 2,000 jobs, tribal leaders announced on Friday. After resolving a financial dispute with developer Wallace Cheves over the Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain, the two parties reached a settlement this month. The…
Contech360, LLC, a leading provider of construction technology solutions, is pleased to announce the signing of an asset acquisition agreement with FORVIS, LLP, a leading public accounting and consulting firm. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone for both organizations, solidifying their commitment to innovation and growth in the construction technology sector and is expected to close…
DeWayne Adamson, Founder and CEO of JobPlanner, stated, “We’re excited to bring the future of construction management to our customers. This collaboration with TrueProject will enhance our software suite and revolutionize how construction projects are planned, executed, and monitored.” TrueProject’s cutting-edge AI technology harnesses machine learning algorithms and user feedback metrics to deliver real-time insights…
Omnia Construction is thrilled to announce the celebration of its 15th anniversary, a significant milestone that marks over a decade of dedication, growth, and success in the construction industry. Founded on the principles of hard work and a deep commitment to customer service, Omnia has grown from a hopeful venture into a trusted leader in…
On Thursday, May 23, Carolinas AGC partnered with AGC of America and North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) for a press conference to release the results of AGC of America’s 2024 Work Zone Safety Awareness Survey consisting of results from CAGC Members. The survey results highlighted the dangers of highway work zones for motorists and workers in North Carolina, South Carolina and nationwide. At the…
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Nucor today announced agreements to explore new and innovative approaches to support carbon-free energy generation and help utilities serve the future energy needs of large businesses in North Carolina and South Carolina. The announcement was made at the White House Summit on Domestic Nuclear Deployment. In memorandums of understanding (MOUs) signed…
The Home Builders Institute (HBI) in partnership with the Fioretti Family Charitable Fund announced the grand opening of the BuildStrong Academy of Charlotte, a new training facility in the Charlotte region to help address the labor shortage in the residential construction industry. In Charlotte, the skilled construction labor shortage has reached critical levels, posing significant challenges for the…
