Duke Energy Rolls out ‘Hire North Carolina’ Program for Major Construction Projects
In an effort to promote economic development and support North Carolina communities, Duke Energy is implementing the new program – “Hire North Carolina” – to maximize the use of locally owned and diverse contractors for utility projects in the state. “We want to continue to support job creation and investment with suppliers, vendors and contractors…
“She Built This City” Prepares to Take Construction Training into Charlotte Community
Charlotte-based She Built This City is a non-profit organization committed to sparking interest in construction and the maker trades for women and girls ages 9-17. After 20 years in the construction industry, founder Demi Knight Clark, found herself tired of being the only woman in the room. With that in mind, she launched She Built…
Clemson Architecture Students Repurpose 3D Printers to Create Face Shields for First Reponders
It’s a selfless sentiment seen time and again among the Clemson community since the COVID-19 crisis began. At the College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities (CAAH), a group of research professors, graduate students and 2020 graduates took 18 3D printers normally used to make scale models and repurposed them to make face shields. Led by…
CAGC Part of Coalition Rolling Out “Be Pro-Be Proud” Program for South Carolina
Carolinas AGC (CAGC) is proud to be the only commercial construction association involved in successfully pushing for state funding for a critical skilled trades initiative. It won’t be long before South Carolina begins to see a tricked-out 18-wheeler that serves as a mobile skilled trades workshop, rolling down the interstate and showcasing skilled trades at…
Gaylor Electric’s Ron Cayton Named ABC’s 2020 National Craft Professional of the Year
Gaylor Electric’s Ron Cayton, General Superintendent and North Carolina resident, was named the 2020 National Craft Professional of the Year by Associated Builders and Contractors. Gaylor has a strong presence in North Carolina and is a member of the ABC Carolinas chapter. Cayton will be honored during the Careers in Construction Awards at the national…
Davis & Floyd Project Spotlight: Charleston-US 17 Spring/Fishburne Drainage Improvements
Septima P. Clark Expressway (US 17) is a critical transportation corridor across the Charleston peninsula that experiences chronic flooding during heavy rainfall events. The City of Charleston enlisted Davis & Floyd to recommend and design improvements for flood resiliency, highway accessibility, traffic efficiency, and vehicular/pedestrian safety. Davis & Floyd provided the following solutions to the…
Striking the Right Strategic Balance to Address Disruption
Our industry has been disrupted. The extent of the impact of COVID-19 will not be known for some time, but one thing is certain; the construction business will not be as usual. Finding the elusive strategic balance for leading your company and structuring for success is essential. As leaders we must adapt and adjust. The…
InSite Consulting Expands Leadership Team, Adds Jerry Howard as President
Economic development professional Jerry Howard has been named President of Greenville (S.C.)-based InSite Consulting, a leading provider of comprehensive site assessment/site selection and economic development services to clients around the world. This significant addition to InSite’s leadership team was announced this week by company founders and owners, Tonya Crist and Rob Cornwell. “Bringing Jerry on…
Will Construction Return or is this the “New Normal?”
We will return to normal, but no one knows when. Government officials walk a timing tightrope. Open too soon and the virus might return with a vengeance. Open too late and the economic system might collapse. According to recent polls, people remain content with the lockdown for the time being. Support for the status quo will…
Women Construction Forum: Making an Impact through One-on-One Connections
Launched in 2019, Women Construction Forum (WCF) is comprised of women contractors, architects, engineers, project managers, business owners and other construction professionals who are involved in both residential and commercial construction in the Upstate region of South Carolina. The relatively small group began holding meetings in Greenville in March 2019. They hope to expand their…
