2025 GroundBreakers: Who is Influencing the Industry? Submit your Nomination
People make the construction industry what it is today. The GroundBreak Carolinas team is interested in identifying and featuring those individuals who are influencing construction and having a significant impact on the industry. We are pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 7th annual GroundBreak Carolinas “Most Influential in North Carolina…
Poyner Spruill’s Ben Buskirk Recognized on NC Lawyers Weekly’s Construction Power List
Poyner Spruill LLP is pleased to announce that partner Ben Buskirk has been named to the Construction Power List by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly. This honor distinguishes attorneys who have demonstrated broad knowledge and significant contributions to construction law. Buskirk was recognized along with 23 other construction attorneys in North Carolina. Buskirk regularly assists clients with the preparation and negotiation…
ECU Brinkley-Lane Scholar Chooses Construction Management Path
After Sam Smith zeroed in on construction as a career, he looked at colleges for his best option. The Youngsville, NC resident didn’t look long. “I first became interested in ECU because I have two neighbors that went there for construction management and loved it,” he said. “After touring the campus multiple times and meeting…
Senior Executives and Young Leaders Give Firsthand Advice to New Graduates Entering AEC Industry
GroundBreak Carolinas reached out to a cross section of architecture, engineering and construction top executives and young leaders in North Carolina and South Carolina to see what advice they might have for new college graduates entering our industry. Check out their “words of wisdom!” IN THEIR OWN WORDS “Don’t be afraid to ask questions; that’s…
Davis & Floyd Promotes Jeffrey Poole, PE, PLS, to Vice President over Surveying
Davis & Floyd, Inc., a leading engineering, planning, and landscape architecture firm, has promoted Jeffrey Poole, PE, PLS, from Associate to Vice President over Surveying. In his new role, Poole will support the firm’s strategic vision of enhancing client service and expanding its presence across the Southeast. He is based in the firm’s Greenwood, SC,…
Taking Flight with DISC: Revolutionizing Team Dynamics in Construction
Effective teamwork and communication are crucial in today’s fast-paced, high-stress work environments. As to-do lists grow and deadlines loom, organizations require innovative tools to enhance self-awareness, team performance, engagement and effective leadership. Let me introduce “Taking Flight with DISC” – an enhanced version of the classic DISC assessment that’s taking team building to new heights….
The Key to Better Integrated Design-Build
Construction personnel and design personnel think differently, are wired differently and are definitely different types of people. But at the end of the day here at A M King, it’s great to see that we’ve broken down those silos. Both groups have a vested interest in providing the best integrated design and construction services, which…
Tariffs and Cost Increases: Are You Prepared?
Tariffs in the United States have been a focal point of economic policy in recent weeks, with significant changes impacting the flow of imports from various countries. A tariff is essentially a tax imposed on goods brought into the country, usually paid by the importer, which is often a domestic business. These tariffs can lead…
Meet the 2025 CAGC Hall of Fame Winners
Congratulations to the Carolinas AGC Class of 2025 Hall of Fame/Legacy winners, who will be formally inducted into the Carolinas AGC Hall of Fame during the 2025 Summer Summit July 24-27, 2025. There will be a reception and dinner to celebrate these many years of accomplishments. Stay tuned for a full press release from CAGC at the conclusion…
McCrory Construction Welcomes Ben Melton as Assistant Project Manager
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has hired Ben Melton as Assistant Project Manager in the Upstate office. Melton comes to McCrory from a role in institutional facilities planning and project management. “Having worked on ‘the owner side’ of our industry, Ben has a unique perspective that will serve our clients well,” said Stephen…
