Wayne Brothers Supports Home-Build for N.C. Family as Part of Long-Standing Commitment to Veterans
Purple Heart Homes and Charlotte television station FOX 46 teamed up this fall to build a home for Angela Cherico, an honorably discharged veteran and North Carolina native who had fallen on hard times. The Carolina community rallied together to support the construction of Angela’s future home in Denver, N.C., located about 25 miles north…
How IoT in Construction Will Shape the Industry in 2019
Internet of Things is not a futuristic concept. Many homeowners boast of their homes as smart homes with appliances and devices connected to the internet. While many do not view the construction industry as technologically advanced, the IoT in construction is not as far off as we think. It is something that is achievable for…
McCrory Construction Celebrates its 100th Anniversary: Q&A with Allen Amsler, President and CEO
“A century strong and counting” is a statement few construction services firms can make. McCrory Construction is proud to be one of the exceptions. Now under fourth-generation private ownership, Columbia-based McCrory is celebrating its 100th year in business in 2018. McCrory is a full-service general contractor ranked among the Southeast’s largest and most respected construction…
In the National Spotlight: Power Up Inc. at Forefront of Removing Barriers for Women in Construction
Rooted in the Southeast, Power UP Inc. is a one-of-a-kind non-profit organization that is consistently at the forefront of removing barriers that have prohibited the development of a diversified and strong workforce for the construction industry. On Monday, October 23, Power UP founder Dr. Mittie Cannon was a special guest on the Fox Business Network’s…
State Funds to Help South Carolina’s Morris Island Lighthouse Shine Again
The simple mission of Save The Light, Inc. is to save and preserve the Morris Island Lighthouse for the People of South Carolina. Located off Folly Beach, near Charleston, the lighthouse stood almost a mile inland when it was built in 1876, but long-term erosion has taken its toll. After purchasing the Morris Island Lighthouse…
Safety Risks in Commercial Construction Industry Exacerbated by Workforce Shortages
The Q3 2018 USG Corporation + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index (Index) released recently indicates skilled labor shortages will have the greatest impact on commercial construction businesses over the next three years. The report revealed 88 percent of contractors expect to feel at least a moderate impact from the workforce shortages in the…
Business Lessons from a Professional Athlete
We use sports analogies often in the business world. Winning comes from motivation and determination. Practicing hard and focusing on the details will lead us to victory. Never give up until the game is over. The phrases could go on. But very rarely do those of us in business consider the possibility that a practicing…
Interactive Discussions Abound at Clemson’s Third-Annual Construction Industry Symposium
Despite heavy rain and strong winds in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, Clemson University’s 3rd Annual Construction Industry Symposium drew more than 100 participants from the Carolinas and Georgia to the Greenville Marriott on October 11. Hosted by Clemson’s Department of Construction Science and Management (CSM), with GroundBreak Carolinas as Media Sponsor, the symposium was themed…
ABC Carolinas Chapter Emphasizes the Need to Fill Skills Gap During Careers in Construction Month
Charlotte, N.C. – Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Carolinas Chapter released two proclamations on October 11, 2018 signed by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster designating October 2018 as “Careers in Construction” month in the Carolinas. Careers in Construction Month creates the perfect opportunity to highlight the many career paths the construction industry provides for people with a variety…
Project Management Basics Every Project Manager Needs to Master
Project managers play a significant role. They are responsible for driving a project from planning towards execution. But how do they get there? The specific responsibilities of a project manager differ from the type of project and industry. However, there are project management basics that every project manager needs to master regardless of the kind…
