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The U.S. economy expanded at an annualized rate of 2.1% in the fourth quarter of 2019, despite investment in structures declining at an annualized rate of 10.1%, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. Investment in structures contracted for three consecutive quarters and…
With a passion for problem-solving and a heart for teaching, project manager Ronny Gillespie is living in his “sweet spot.” By day, Gillespie manages construction projects for Walker & Whiteside, a leading design-build electrical contractor in Greenville, S.C. After hours, he “pays it forward” as an instructor for the rigorous, four-year Upstate South Carolina Electrical…
As one of two facilities in the country to use southern yellow pine cross-laminated timber, the 16,500-square-foot Andy Quattlebaum Outdoor Education Center at the Snow Family Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Complex will serve as a national model for recreation and leisure space, bringing attention to not only Clemson University but also the state of South…
ABC Carolinas announced its 2020 Safety Conference will be held on Friday, February 28, 2020 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Great Wolf Lodge in Concord, N.C. ABC Carolinas leadership notes that the Making it Personal was chosen as the theme “Because at the end of the day, everyone should go home.” The…
Nonresidential construction spending on buildings is projected to grow by just 1.5 percent through 2020, and less than a one percent increase in 2021, according to a new consensus forecast from The American Institute of Architects (AIA). Construction spending last year was surprisingly weak, but current estimates suggest the industry had a modest increase in…
Carolinas AGC’s Pinnacle Awards ceremony was held at CAGC’s 99th Annual Convention in Aruba on January 25, 2020. Three construction projects received 2019 Pinnacle Awards for enhancing their communities. Pinnacle entries are judged on unique aspects and challenges; special values; project management; budget and schedule; and safety performance. Pinnacle winning projects enhance the Carolinas and…
Greenville (S.C.)-based Sherman Construction is pleased to announce the completion of two multi-family projects – Waters at Gateway and The Preserve at Chatham Parkway – both located in Savannah, Ga. Waters at Gateway consists of 276 units that were delivered as a mix of one, two and three-bedrooms types. The site layout included a total…
Choate Construction, a 100-percent employee-owned firm with three offices in the Carolinas, announced it has appointed Matt Brewer as President. Brewer will add depth to Choate’s executive team, supporting Chief Executive Officer Dave Priester in executing the company’s long-term strategy, culture, and tactical operations. As one of the largest general contractors in the Southeast, Choate considers its reputation…
Eli Lilly and Company, a global healthcare and biopharmaceutical company, will invest over $470 million and create more than 460 new jobs in Durham. The project will bring a new state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facility to North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park. “Life science companies like Lilly continue to choose North Carolina,” said Governor Cooper. “Our exceptional…
The Board of Directors of the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) announced that it has named Doug Carlson as the association’s chief executive officer, and a member of the Executive Committee. “Doug Carlson has a strong track record of construction industry leadership and organizational growth,” said Dan Buckley, NUCA Chairman of the Board. “With over…
