Statewide construction workforce continues to grow, diversify according to NY Building Congress

Manhattan, NY The New York Building Congress released a report that found that New York’s construction workforce continues to grow and diversify despite ongoing challenges across the industry. 

Westchester County Industrial Development Agency votes final approval for $89.2 million Modera White Plains

White Plains, NY The Westchester County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) voted at its July 27^th monthly meeting final approval of financial incentives for Modera White Plains, an $89.2 million adaptive reuse of a vacant light manufacturing facility into a 189-unit multifamily rental building.

Electra USA honors Lamardo of FW Sims as Employee of the Year

West Babylon, NY Electra USA, parent organization of FW Sims, has recognized FW Sims project engineer, Robert Lamardo, who is known for his leadership and expertise. With a background in project management and a proven track record of project deliveries, Lamardo is

Michael Graves Architecture appoints Yurasek as international director of interior design

Princeton, NJ Michael Graves Architecture (MG) has appointed Julie Yurasek as international director of interior design. With a prior tenure at MG, which commenced in 1996, Yurasek held the positions of senior interior designer and director. This valuable context provides her with a distinct

Ketosugbo, Holub and Seong join Spectorgroup

Manhattan, NY Spectorgroup has added three new hires to its team. The new team members bring a wealth of knowledge to the firm, further strengthening Spectorgroup’s ability to deliver thoughtful, research-based design strategies to its clients.

Understanding New York City Local Law 126 and its impact on Manhattan building owners - by Joe DiPompeo

In 2021, New York City put Local Law 126 in place. This is a mandatory ordinance pertaining to parking garages and their structural integrity. Parking structures located within the five boroughs of New York City will be required to undergo an inspection by a Professional Engineer who also holds the Qualified

BTEA’s SAFEBUILD forum shines
light on mental health in construction

Manhattan, NY The Building Trades Employers Association (BTEA), representing 1,200 union contractors in New York, held its annual SAFEBUILD national industry forum designed to promote worker safety and salute firms with best practices. Noting that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)...

Aufgang Architects receives NYS Empire Award

Suffern, NY Ariel Aufgang, AIA, principal of Aufgang Architects was presented with the NYS Empire Award by New York State senator Bill Weber.  The NYS Empire Award is given to companies and organizations that demonstrate unique vision, innovation and contribute to the prosperity and betterment of their communities.

JRM Construction Management completes 40,000 s/f renovation of The 92nd St. Y

Manhattan, NY JRM Construction Management has completed the renovation of The 92^nd St. Y, located at 1395 Lexington Ave.  The 40,000 s/f renovation spanned four floors within two connected buildings and included a new theater with a stage, Jezet stadium seating, Robbins athletic wood floors, Barbizon theatrical lighting and controls,

Adejobi of Avant-Garde Network honored by Council of Urban Real Estate

New York, NY Adeola Adejobi, the founder and CEO of Avant-Garde Network, the leading social enterprise company focused on creating opportunities for Black executives and entrepreneurs, has received the Trailblazer Award from C.U.R.E., the Council of Urban Real Estate, at its 32^nd annual fundraiser, The Transformation of Real Estate.