Category: Construction Design & Engineering

Project designers Alsaedi and Latona of SWBR earn Construction Documents Technology certifications

Project designers Alsaedi and Latona of SWBR earn Construction Documents Technology certifications

September 26, 2023
Rochester, NY SWBRs’ project designers Ali Alsaedi and Sarah Latona earned their certification in Construction Documents Technology (CDT) from the Construction Specifications Institute. CDT certification reflects comprehensive knowledge of managing and delivering projects from conception through occupancy. CDT professionals are highly respected for their understanding of project delivery and ability to provide effective client services and deliver successful projects.
Institutional Property Advisors publishes national multifamily construction report

Institutional Property Advisors publishes national multifamily construction report

September 26, 2023
New York, NY Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap, published a new national report, “Pullback in Multifamily Construction Starts”. The Multifamily Construction Starts research report provides investors with the latest apartment construction research and analysis, including key findings such as:
Back to School Construction - by Tammy Smith and Marilyn Sygrove

Back to School Construction - by Tammy Smith and Marilyn Sygrove

September 26, 2023
As summer comes to a close and schools reopen, the back to school season provides some industries a welcome respite from the chaotic demands of the summer, and others a much needed boost after a slow set of months https://nyrej.com/img/stories/new/2023/Online/Sept./Marilyn_Sygrove.png
Tishman Speyer begins construction of second all-affordable residential building at Edgemere Commons

Tishman Speyer begins construction of second all-affordable residential building at Edgemere Commons...

August 29, 2023
Queens, NY Tishman Speyer’s TS Communities has begun construction on a 13-story, 100% affordable apartment building at Edgemere Commons in Far Rockaway. Located at the corner of Beach Channel Dr. and Beach 52nd St., the 247,000 s/f building will encompass 237
BXP and Fogarty Finger complete renovation of GM Building’s amenity center

BXP and Fogarty Finger complete renovation of GM Building’s amenity center

August 29, 2023
Manhattan, NY BXP has completed the General Motors (GM) Building’s amenity center. Named Savoy Club, the 35,000 s/f amenity experience designed by Fogarty Finger, offers building clients access to a fitness and health center, a food and beverage concept, and a fully appointed conferencing suite.
JRM works with EvensonBest for 22,000 s/f office build out

JRM works with EvensonBest for 22,000 s/f office build out

August 29, 2023
Manhattan, NY JRM Construction has completed work for EvensonBest, known to be one of the largest furniture dealers in North America. EvensonBest tapped JRM to build out 22,000 s/f of corporate office space in the Union Square neighborhood. At 55 5th Ave., the space features
The hidden dangers of aging building façades: Maintaining  terra cotta and limestone exteriors is complex and necessary - by Steven Kratchman

The hidden dangers of aging building façades: Maintaining terra cotta and limestone exteriors is c...

August 29, 2023
Falling debris from defective building façades continues to present hazards for pedestrians on the streets of New York City. Multiple cases of falling masonry have resulted in serious injuries and even deaths in recent years.
E4H Environments for Health Architecture wins Association of Medical Facility Professionals project of the year

E4H Environments for Health Architecture wins Association of Medical Facility Professionals project ...

August 29, 2023
Manhattan, NY E4H Environments for Health Architecture has received the “Project of the Year Award - Under $50 million” from the Association of Medical Facility Professionals (AMFP) for its renovation of the Mount Sinai Hospital Emergency Department.
P.W. Grosser Consulting new hires strengthen engineering and environmental compliance divisions

P.W. Grosser Consulting new hires strengthen engineering and environmental compliance divisions

August 29, 2023
Bohemia, NY P.W. Grosser Consulting, Inc. (PWGC) has hired six new employees: Chris Jorgensen, Massi Lelli, David Mellor, PE, Kevin Griffith, PE, Ryan Vaughn, and Ammarah Zaidi. Their additions to PWGC will strengthen the capabilities of the engineering and environmental compliance divisions.
Cauldwell Wingate Construction completes The Davis Companies and Highland Development Ventures' 6,000 unit self-storage facility

Cauldwell Wingate Construction completes The Davis Companies and Highland Development Ventures' 6,00...

August 29, 2023
Manhattan, NY The Davis Companies (Davis) has completed development of a new self-storage building at 155 West 29th St. The 180,000 s/f facility contains over 6,000 units in a wide variety of unit sizes. The facility will be operated by Public Storage and will offer expanded hours, and short-term
Bennett named sector executive for Henderson Engineers

Bennett named sector executive for Henderson Engineers

August 29, 2023
Manhattan, NY Henderson Companies has appointed 22-year industry veteran Andrew Bennett as business sector executive for Henderson Engineers and Henderson Building Solutions. In his new role, Bennett will oversee operations for five practices: core and shell, mission critical, mixed use, warehouse,
Skanska promotes Szatkowski to general manager

Skanska promotes Szatkowski to general manager

August 29, 2023
Manhattan, NY Skanska promoted Sean Szatkowski to general manager of Skanska USA Building’s New York operations. Elevating from his previous role as senior vice president account manager in the region, Szatkowski will be responsible for overseeing the firm’s business