National nonresidential construction spending declined 0.4% in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data published today. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, spending totaled $773.8 billion, 0.3% higher than in August 2018. Private nonresidential spending fell 1% on a monthly basis and is down 2.8% compared to the…
CMiC Launches Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative– ‘Ready, Set, Build!’
CMiC—the most complete ERP and Field operations software provider for construction—unveiled its corporate social responsibility program today to further cement its commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices. This initiative, named ‘Ready, Set, Build!,’ will encompass all philanthropic programs and activities aligned with CMiC’s goal of supporting vulnerable members of the community with training in…
Urban Design Partners Promotes Paul Pennell
Urban Design Partners announced Paul Pennell’s promotion to Partner within the company. He has been a leader at the firm and involved in all aspects of how the firm operates since joining in 2012. Pennell, a Clemson Universiy graduate, is a licensed landscape architect with 17 years of experience in residential, commercial, and mixed-use landscape…
Walbridge Names Abby Smith Business Development Analyst
Walbridge has named Abby Smith as their new Business Development Analyst. Smith has been with Walbridge for three years, leading the local marketing efforts. In her new role, she will generate new project opportunities, create and maintain client relations and to continue to build Walbridge’s regional market presence. Walbridge is a 103-year-old construction company.
CAGC Members Honored for Extraordinary Safety Efforts
Carolinas AGC (CAGC) has announced the list of construction company members who will be honored for their safety excellence during the association’s 2019 Annual Summit in Asheville at the end of July. The following companies achieved a safety record that ranged between Zero lost time incidences to an annual incident rate that is below the…
2019 Salute to the Design and Construction Industry Panelists
The 5th Annual Salute to the Design and Construction Industry will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at The Front Porch at Fluor Field in Greenville, SC. Sponsored by Elmore Goldsmith, Elliott Davis and McGriff Insurance, this year’s event feature a panel of experts that will discuss the construction economy in the Upstate of…
2019 Salute to the Design & Construction Industry
All guests can RSVP to RSVP@SmoakPR.com or 864-235-8330
GreenWood, Inc. Names Kevin Crittendon as Vice President
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announced that Kevin Crittendon has been named Vice President of the company. In this role, Kevin is responsible for all company operations and leads the management team. Prior to this position, Kevin served as Director of Improvement at GreenWood where he was involved with numerous…
Gordian Announces Promotion of John Lawler to VP, Corporate Development and Strategic Planning
Gordian, a provider of facility and construction cost data, software and expertise, announced today that John Lawler has been promoted to VP, Corporate Development and Strategic Planning. During his four years at Gordian, John has led the company’s acquisitions, including Sightlines and 4Clicks, numerous partnerships and the successful sale last year of Gordian to Fortive. He is also responsible for…
Annual Concrete Industry Management Auction to be Held at 2019 World of Concrete
The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program – a business intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management – is pleased to announce the following list of contractor-focused items have been donated for their annual auction at World of Concrete. The auction is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 23…
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Nonresidential Construction Spending Down in August, Says ABC
National nonresidential construction spending declined 0.4% in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data published today. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, spending totaled $773.8 billion, 0.3% higher than in August 2018. Private nonresidential spending fell 1% on a monthly basis and is down 2.8% compared to the…
CMiC Launches Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative– ‘Ready, Set, Build!’
CMiC—the most complete ERP and Field operations software provider for construction—unveiled its corporate social responsibility program today to further cement its commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices. This initiative, named ‘Ready, Set, Build!,’ will encompass all philanthropic programs and activities aligned with CMiC’s goal of supporting vulnerable members of the community with training in…
Urban Design Partners Promotes Paul Pennell
Urban Design Partners announced Paul Pennell’s promotion to Partner within the company. He has been a leader at the firm and involved in all aspects of how the firm operates since joining in 2012. Pennell, a Clemson Universiy graduate, is a licensed landscape architect with 17 years of experience in residential, commercial, and mixed-use landscape…
Walbridge Names Abby Smith Business Development Analyst
Walbridge has named Abby Smith as their new Business Development Analyst. Smith has been with Walbridge for three years, leading the local marketing efforts. In her new role, she will generate new project opportunities, create and maintain client relations and to continue to build Walbridge’s regional market presence. Walbridge is a 103-year-old construction company.
