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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is pleased to announce the inauguration of Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, as its 100th president. “Being elected as the 100th president of AIA is both an honor and responsibility that I embrace wholeheartedly. My journey in architecture, from my roots in Detroit, to this influential role, has deepened my conviction…
Charlotte-based Southern Engineering and Testing, P.C. has acquired the Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Services Division (GECS) of Raleigh-based Stewart. This acquisition benefits Southern Engineering and Stewart by allowing them to concentrate on core strengths and invest in key areas to accelerate expansion and meet growing market demand throughout the Carolinas. Southern Engineering and Stewart are independent engineering firms that…
McShane Construction Company has been selected by repeat client Flournoy Development Group to build a 262-unit multi-family community in Greenville, South Carolina. “We’re excited to kick off our second project with Flournoy Development,” shared Scott Hoppa, Senior Vice President & Regional Manager at McShane. “Located in one of the fastest growing cities in the country, this project…
The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry is like a high-speed train. Constantly evolving and adapting to the latest technological advancements. As we stand on the threshold of 2024, it’s more crucial than ever for AEC professionals to stay ahead of the curve. But what exactly does the future hold? From the groundbreaking potential of digital twins to the…
New research from Dodge Construction Network and Projectmates reveals construction business owners can improve their processes and projects by using project management information systems (PMIS) beyond core functions. In the report, Building Better With Technology: How Owners Are Leveraging Software to Improve Project Management SmartMarket Brief, it is clear that most PMIS users experience many benefits. However, more owners who expand…
Nonresidential planning activity remains historically elevated despite decline The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network (DCN), decreased 1% in November to 179.2 (2000=100) from the revised October reading of 181.7. Over the month, the commercial and institutional components both fell 1%. “While both portions of the Momentum Index saw slower momentum in planning, overall levels…
Today, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the leading authority on green building and the global developer of the LEED green building program, released a first-of-its-kind report on the U.S. commercial real estate sector. Surveying three decades of data, the State of Decarbonization: Progress in U.S. Commercial Buildings 2023, released at COP, found the U.S. has made vital,…
The Construction Users Roundtable (CURT) announced its seventh annual Construction Industry Project Excellence (CIPE) Awards and called upon the industry to continue its progress in promoting construction productivity across the globe. CURT is committed to giving significant national and international recognition to companies and organizations that excel in productivity on capital projects. CURT is an…
With the tax landscape continually evolving, Marcum LLP is proud to announce the release of its 2023 Year-End Tax Guide. Marcum’s 2023 Tax Guide features a detailed analysis of the current tax environment and spans more than 135 pages. Marcum’s tax team meticulously constructs its annual guides to help businesses and individuals navigate the latest changes…
JLL research analyzes three key factors owners and occupiers must consider in decision-making The current economic environment is creating challenges for investors and occupiers to make the case for investing in retrofitting and futureproofing their real estate. JLL’s new The Commercial Case for Making Buildings More Sustainable report outlines three key factors that should be prioritized in…
