In a groundbreaking moment for the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors (NCLBGC), a historic leadership change has taken place that marks both a milestone and a new chapter for an organization with a century-long legacy of protecting the public. On September 1, Anna Baird Choi was
Imagine a construction project where delays are slashed, budgets are safeguarded, and the final structure stands resilient against environmental challenges—all because the team worked as a single unit from day one. This is the promise of the design-build model, a collaborative approach where
In the heart of Buffalo, Western New York, a financial storm is brewing around Doug Jemal, a prominent real estate developer from Washington, D.C., whose ambitious projects have long been a cornerstone of the region’s urban revival, but now face severe challenges. His company, Douglas Development,
Imagine a bustling regional airport struggling to keep pace with an unprecedented surge in travelers, where nearly 5 million passengers passed through its gates in a single year, and Boise Airport, a critical hub for the Treasure Valley, faces this exact challenge as passenger traffic continues to
The construction industry, often seen as a backbone of economic vitality, is facing an unexpected downturn this August, with a reported loss of 7,000 jobs compared to the previous month, signaling a troubling trend for the sector. This marks the third consecutive monthly decline, bringing total
Imagine a bustling hospital where life-saving procedures are underway, and suddenly, the sound of jackhammers echoes through the corridors, disrupting the critical focus needed for patient care. Conducting construction in active healthcare settings poses unique challenges, as the priority must
