Data Center Construction Spending Growing at 149% Annualized Pace Since March

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National nonresidential construction spending increased 0.7% in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.309 trillion. Spending was up on a monthly basis in 11 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending was up 1.0%, while public nonresidential construction spending was up 0.2% in August. “Nonresidential construction spending increased for the fifth consecutive month in August as data center investment accelerates,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “Frankly, it’s becoming difficult to contextualize the size and speed of this boom. […]

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DPR Construction Opens New Office in Greenville, South Carolina

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DPR Construction has opened a new office in Greenville, South Carolina, featuring a modern workplace designed around choice and flexibility to support its growing South Carolina team. Located in Greenville’s historic Borden Ice Cream Factory, the adaptive reuse project celebrates the building’s industrial legacy while transforming it into a modern workplace. The design brings together the character of the former manufacturing facility with contemporary workplace features that support innovation and connection. The approximately 4,300-square-foot office includes open work areas, meeting rooms, informal collaboration spaces, a central break room and social hub, as well as a dedicated wellness and mother’s room. […]

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Helmets to Hardhats Awarded Over $999,000 Grant From BlackRock Future Builders to Expand Skilled Trades Career Pathways for Veterans

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Helmets to Hardhats announced over $999,000 in support through BlackRock Future Builders, a national philanthropic initiative funded by The BlackRock Foundation to train and support 50,000 American workers as they pursue careers in the skilled trades. BlackRock Future Builders is designed to help meet the country’s growing demand for skilled workers while expanding access to careers that can provide pathways to lasting financial security. The grant will help Helmets to Hardhats connect more transitioning service members, veterans, National Guard members and Reservists with registered apprenticeships and employment in the construction trades. Funding will support three dedicated case managers serving 14 […]

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New Multifamily Development Breaks Ground in Elmwood, Louisiana

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Vertical construction is underway on The Francis, a five-story, 251-unit multifamily development on the site of the former Kmart at Elmwood Center in Louisiana. Developer Lauricella Land Company, partners Felicity Property Co. and Setpoint Ventures and builder RNGD joined Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission and other parish officials at a Sept. 30 groundbreaking ceremony. The multifamily development will transform a long-underused retail property into an active residential community in the heart of Jefferson Parish’s largest commercial district. Residents will live within walking distance of Elmwood’s shops, restaurants and employers. The Francis will feature one- and two-bedroom apartments with open-concept layouts […]

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CMAA Appoints Kevin D. Watkins as President, CEO

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The Construction Management Association of America Board of Directors has appointed Kevin D. Watkins, SPHR, CAE, as CMAA’s next president and CEO, effective Nov. 16. Watkins is an accomplished association executive with experience leading large, complex membership organizations. He serves as chief operating officer of the American Institute of Architects, where he oversees a $45 million-plus portfolio serving more than 101,000 members and 200-plus chapters. His leadership has contributed to record membership growth, a 90% renewal rate and stronger alignment between national priorities and chapter investment. Earlier in his career, Watkins held senior roles with the National Apartment Association, American […]

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