Congressional Tax Reform Proposal Aims to Lower Tax Rates for Construction Employers

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The CEO of the Associated General Contractors of America, Stephen E. Sandherr, released the following statement in reaction to the release today of a Congressional proposal to reform the federal tax code: “The tax proposal released today provides a much-needed framework that will provoke important debate about the best way to improve the tax environment for employers and workers. As Congress and the Trump administration work to further refine today’s proposal, we will continue our vigorous advocacy work to ensure the measure benefits construction employers of all types and sizes. In particular, we will work to ensure that pass-through businesses, … Read more

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Skender Completes 21,000-SF Office Build-Out for The Climate Corporation

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CHICAGO, Ill. – Skender Construction recently completed a 21,000-square-foot office build-out for The Climate Corporation, a subsidiary of Monsanto Company and creator of digital tools to help farmers sustainably increase their productivity. Located at 1330 West Fulton Market in Chicago, Illinois, the new open office workspace incorporates rustic wood walls and a custom art feature wall at the entrance. The Climate Corporation’s passion for agriculture is manifested throughout the office with an antique tractor on display and huddle rooms built out as silos using oversized barn doors. Two dedicated workshops house The Climate Corporation’s equipment and ongoing projects, and a … Read more

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Construction Employment Increases in 250 out of 358 Metro Areas between August 2016, 2017

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Construction employment increased in 250 out of 358 metro areas between September 2016 and September 2017, declined in 56 and stagnated in 52, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that continued strong demand for construction is placing new strains on an already tight construction labor market. “Construction firms in many parts of the country continue to expand to keep up with demand for their services,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “Yet construction growth would likely have been even more robust if contractors could find … Read more

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Kadean to Start Construction of ‘Building 5’ at Lakeview Commerce Center

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. – With distribution and logistics centers continuing their rapid expansion throughout the greater St. Louis, Missouri area, Kadean Construction has been tapped by Panattoni Development to construct a second 769,000-square-foot light industrial building in the Lakeview Commerce Center in Edwardsville, Illinois. The concrete, tilt-up building, which could accommodate up to four tenants – or one very large tenant — will cover 17.6 acres under roof, will have a ceiling height of 36 feet and a total of 80 loading docks – 40 on the north side and 40 on the south side. The building will be constructed … Read more

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2018 Economic Forecast to Debut at Dodge Data & Analytics Conference

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NEW YORK, N.Y. – Dodge Data & Analytics will hold its 79th annual Dodge Construction Outlook Executive Conference, Nov. 1-2, 2017,  in Chicago, Illinois. To register, visit 2018 Dodge Outlook. The Dodge Outlook is a mainstay industry event for building product manufacturing, design and architectural, contracting, engineering and industry association firms looking to engage with influential speakers, network with peers, and gain insights into the industry’s prospects for the coming year. The forecast, presented by Dodge Chief Economist Robert Murray, also offers critical data for members of the media covering economic and sector-based trends. This year’s theme is connectivity, collaboration … Read more

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