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THS Constructors Announces Four New Hires to Support Continued Growth

by GroundBreak Carolinas Staff on May 9, 2018

Greenville (S.C.)-based THS Constructors, Inc., one of the Southeast’s leading design-build, construction management, and general contracting companies, recently announced four new hires for the growing company.  Travis Rice, Rachelle Bailey, Eddie Carter, and Brock Koonce have joined the THS team in various capacities. Travis Rice joins as an Accounts Payable Administrator for THS.  Rice comes from Charlotte,…

Topics: Business, People
THS Constuctors

Construction Employment Rises, Labor Pool Tight

by Associated General Contractors on May 6, 2018

Construction employment increased by 17,000 jobs in April and by 257,000 jobs over the past year while firms boosted pay to help recruit new workers, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that the increases in pay appear to be attracting more former construction…

Topics: Uncategorized
AGC, Construction Emplyment, Workforce

March Construction Unemployment Rates Down Year-over-year in 37 States, Says ABC

by Associated Builders and Contractors on May 2, 2018

The March 2018 not seasonally adjusted (NSA) national construction unemployment rate was down 1 percent from March 2017, and estimated construction unemployment rates also fell in 37 states on a year-over-year basis, according to an analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data released today by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). The national unemployment…

Topics: Business, Contracting
ABC, Bernard M. Markstein, Construction Employment, Ph.D.

2018 Salute to the Design and Construction Industry Event Preview

by GroundBreak Carolinas Event Editor on May 2, 2018

Once again BB&T Construction Risk Services, Elliott Davis, and Elmore Goldsmith have teamed to sponsor the Salute to the Design and Construction Industry. What does the future hold for the industry? Dr. Bruce Yandle will provide is unique perspectives and insights to help you prepare for the rest of 2018 and beyond. In addition, this is…

Topics: Business
BB&T Construction Risk Services, Elliott Davis, Elmore Goldsmith, salute to the design and construction industry

Lonza Investing $46 Million in Greenwood, SC

by GroundBreak Carolinas Staff on May 2, 2018

Lonza, one of the world’s leading suppliers to the pharmaceutical, biotech and specialty ingredients markets, today announced plans to expand operations in Greenwood County. The company is investing $46 million over the next five years and is expected to generate 30 new jobs as a result. “Lonza is making a significant investment in our operations…

Topics: Economic Development, Industrial/Manufacturing
Greenwood, Lonza

Nonresidential Construction Down in March

by Associated Builders and Contractors on May 1, 2018

Nonresidential construction spending declined 0.3 percent in March, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data released today. Nonresidential spending, which totaled $740.9 billion on a seasonally adjusted, annualized basis, has expanded 2.5 percent on a year-over-year basis. February’s spending estimate was revised roughly $10 billion higher, from $732.8…

Topics: Business
ABC, Non-residential construction spending

The Surety Has Tendered its Defense — Now What?

by Andy Goldsmith, Jr., Elmore Goldsmith on May 1, 2018

This is a question we sometimes get from contractors who are either on the receiving end of a payment bond claim for the first time or have deeper concerns about their current bonding relationship. An important first step is to review the fundamental difference between insurance policies (which provide coverage against the risk of defined…

Topics: Business, Legal
Construction Law, Surety

Constructor Certification – Enhancing the Construction Professional

by Roger Liska, EdD, FAIC, CPC, FCIOB, PE on May 1, 2018

As the economy of our nation improves so does that of the construction industry. This is especially true in the Carolinas which, according to governmental statistics, the construction industry in both North and South Carolina is experiencing some of the largest economic growth in the country.  While this is great news for those employed in…

Topics: Contracting, Featured
American Institute of Constructors (AIC), Certified Professional Constructor (CPC), Clemson CSM, Clemson University, Roger Liska

Hope Builders — Three Charlotte “Women in Construction” Embody the True Meaning of Friendship

by Joan Krause, GroundBreak Carolinas on May 1, 2018

Even though they may compete by day, members of the Carolinas construction community are known for being a tight-knit group on a personal level. Two Charlotte women — Erin Branham of Balfour Beatty and Beth Hernandez of DPR Construction —  exemplify how professionals within our industry support one another through good times and bad. On…

Topics: Featured, People
AM King, Balfour Beatty, Balfour Beatty Construction, Carolinas Healthcare System, Colon Cancer Coalition, DPR Construction

Gearing Up for National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Construction Falls

by GroundBreak Carolinas Staff on April 30, 2018

The lead story in the March-April 2018 issue of Labor Ledger, the bi-monthly newsletter published by the N.C. Department of Labor (NC DOL), is dedicated to this year’s National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Construction Falls.  NC DOL Public Information Officer Mary Katherine Revels begins the article by laying out the facts:  “Falls continue to be…

Topics: Safety
National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Construction Falls, NCDOL, OSHA safety Stand-down, Safety, SC LLR, SC OSHA

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