Turner Celebrates Opening of $284 Million Peabody Union Development in Tennessee

Turner Construction Company celebrates the opening of Peabody Union, a $284 million, 1.2 million-square-foot mixed-use development along the Cumberland River in Nashville’s South Bank neighborhood. The project redefines urban living and working by combining luxury residences, modern office space, retail, dining and public amenities into one vibrant destination. Turner provided preconstruction and construction management services for the two-building, five-acre development. Built to integrate seamlessly with Nashville’s dynamic growth, Peabody Union emphasizes sustainability, wellness and connectivity while fostering a pedestrian-friendly environment. The project includes: Olive at Peabody Union – a 27-story residential tower with 355 apartment homes and lifestyle amenities such … Read more

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University of Virginia’s Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology Tops Out

Skanska has reached a major milestone with the topping out of the Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. The milestone represents the installation of 3,739 tons of structural steel and over 160,000 worker hours dedicated to the project to date. Upon completion, the $350-million facility will span 355,809 square feet across five stories and provide modern, flexible laboratory space, expanded research and core capabilities, as well as an area for researchers and partnering biotechnology companies. Located in Fontaine Research Park, laboratory and research space at the Manning Institute of Biotechnology will … Read more

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DPR Explores AI’s Role in Healthcare Construction in New Report

Healthcare systems that pair artificial intelligence with skilled construction teams can unlock shorter schedules, earlier delivery of beds and services and accelerated revenue to sustain operations to fuel future growth, according to the latest Healthcare Insights report from DPR Construction. The report notes several ways teams effectively leveraging AI are delivering value in new ways in healthcare construction, including: More efficient scheduling – AI can transform scheduling from a tedious task into a proactive strategy. AI platforms can simulate dozens of build sequences in hours, spotting bottlenecks, sequencing around active patient areas and adapting in real-time. This also enables better … Read more

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CMAA Honors 15 Outstanding Construction Management Projects in 2025

The Construction Management Association of America has recognized 15 projects for outstanding achievements in construction management. The 2025 Project Achievement Award winners are: Commercial/Sports/Entertainment/Hospitality: Construction value greater than $50 Million     Gemdale Aperture Phase II – Research & Development Owner: Gemdale USA CM/PM: Kitchell CEM  Commercial/Sports/Entertainment/Hospitality: Construction value less than $50 Million  San Pedro Waterfront Berths 74-83 Promenade Phase II Owner: Port of Los Angeles CM/PM Project Team: Port of Los Angeles Education: Construction value less than $50 Million Goochland County Public Schools, New Goochland Elementary School Owner: Goochland County Public Schools CM/PM Project Team: MBP Education: Construction value less … Read more

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CIM Seeks Donations for 2026 Auction at World of Concrete

The Concrete Industry Management program – a business-intensive program that awards students with a four-year bachelor of science degree in concrete industry management – is seeking donations for its 2026 CIM Auction to be held at World of Concrete. The auction is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The silent auction will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the live auction begins at 1 p.m. The CIM Auction organizers are hoping for a record event in 2026. According to CIM Marketing Committee Chairman Brian Gallagher, the 2025 auction was a tremendous … Read more

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