Category: Construction Design & Engineering

Man vs. Machine: How technology can drastically reduce fatal blind spot incidents on construction sites - by Mason Ford

Man vs. Machine: How technology can drastically reduce fatal blind spot incidents on construction si...

July 25, 2023
The construction industry is heading in the direction of autonomy and robotic equipment operation, but before we get to that critical point, we first need to solve safety issues with the integration of object detection and avoidance technology. A roadmap exists to get us there, as the automotive industry is already leveraging backup cameras and avoidance technology, but the construction industry has been slow to follow suit.
Mojo Stumer promotes Reiben and Cumella to associates

Mojo Stumer promotes Reiben and Cumella to associates

July 25, 2023
Greenvale, NY Mojo Stumer Associates promoted two employees, Alisha Reiben and George Luis Cumella, to the position of associate. Reiben, who has been an instrumental force in the firm’s financial operations as controller, has consistently exhibited a high level of professionalism, integrity, and meticulousness in her work.
How community engagement drives more  equitable outcomes in the design process - Gray Dougherty

How community engagement drives more equitable outcomes in the design process - Gray Dougherty

July 25, 2023
New projects and buildings have wide-ranging effects on surrounding communities, ecosystems, and businesses. They impact the physical and mental well-being of individuals, the equitable distribution of economic resources, and future business opportunities. When a developer doesn’t seek out meaningful community input, they risk alienating neighborhoods and locals, while also missing a great opportunity to enrich the design impact of their project.
Elegran | Forbes and LocalizeOS expand partnership

Elegran | Forbes and LocalizeOS expand partnership

July 25, 2023
Manhattan, NY Elegran | Forbes Global Properties and LocalizeOS have expanded their partnership to the brokerage level. After a year of revolutionizing the agent experience, the collaboration now extends to the entire brokerage, unlocking engagement technology and positioning Elegran’s advisors at the forefront of the real estate industry.
Rockabill Development and Johnson Park Center start construction on $28m affordable/supportive housing at Johnson Park Green Community Apartments

Rockabill Development and Johnson Park Center start construction on $28m affordable/supportive housi...

July 11, 2023
Utica, NY Rockabill Development and Johnson Park Center (JPC) said that construction is underway at Johnson Park Green Community Apartments, a $28 million climate-friendly development that will create 62 energy-efficient and affordable homes — including 31 with supportive services
JRM Construction Management holds safety week demonstrations

JRM Construction Management holds safety week demonstrations

June 27, 2023
Manhattan, NY JRM Construction Management (JRM) celebrated Safety Week 2023. Throughout the week, JRM emphasized the significance of workplace safety across their job sites, fostering a culture of well-being and security for their employees. With a commitment to trust,
Lendlease completes construction at 80-story Sutton Tower

Lendlease completes construction at 80-story Sutton Tower

June 27, 2023
Manhattan, NY Lendlease completed construction on Sutton Tower, an 80-story residential building in Midtown East developed by Gamma Real Estate and JVP Management. Located at 430 E. 58th St., within the historic Sutton Place neighborhood, the tower offers 120 for-sale
Shawmut Design and Construction celebrates new Madison Ave. office

Shawmut Design and Construction celebrates new Madison Ave. office

June 27, 2023
Manhattan, NY Shawmut Design and Construction marked two decades of calling New York home by unveiling a new office at 488 Madison Ave. during a partner appreciation event. The firm welcomed partners and industry leaders across the local real estate and design industry to celebrate the
N.Y. Building Congress launches Infrastructure Action Council

N.Y. Building Congress launches Infrastructure Action Council

June 27, 2023
Manhattan, NY The New York Building Congress launched the Infrastructure Action Council (IAC), a group of building industry leaders driving infrastructure advocacy efforts at the state and federal levels.
FXCollaborative’s office at 1 Willoughby Sq. scores <br> highest LEED interior rating in USA

FXCollaborative’s office at 1 Willoughby Sq. scores
highest LEED interior rating in USA

June 27, 2023
Brooklyn, NY FXCollaborative is officially unveiling its new 40,000 s/f workspace in downtown at 1 Willoughby Sq. The office is the first LEED Platinum v4 ID+C in New York City and is the highest-scoring LEED v4 ID+C CI project in the country. Developed by JEMB Realty, it is downtown’s first
The slag advantage:  Sustainable, structurally impressive and stylish - by Dominic Jampo

The slag advantage: Sustainable, structurally impressive and stylish - by Dominic Jampo

June 27, 2023
New York City is a clear leader in sustainability. Thanks to very aggressive green building requirements and targets, it is well ahead of most other U.S. cities in this regard. One reason for that success is the emphasis on supplementary cementitious materials, such as slag
Skanska USA co-creates AGC task force to spearhead decarbonization efforts in construction

Skanska USA co-creates AGC task force to spearhead decarbonization efforts in construction

June 27, 2023
Manhattan, NY Skanska USA has co-created the newly formed Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) Task Force on Decarbonization and Carbon Reporting, to address the challenges around reporting and reducing carbon emissions in the construction industry. Over the coming year,