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White Papers

A Detailed Look at Some of the Most Important Topics from Across the Industry

Cumming Group is a thought leader in the construction industry, with some of the field’s most respected and sought-after experts practicing in a range of disciplines, from project and construction management to cost estimating, scheduling, energy consulting, and more. To make their valuable insights more widely available, we have asked a number of accomplished Cumming Group team members to write technical white papers relevant to their sector or service area, with topics including contemporary best practices, state-of-the-art tools, and effective solutions to common project challenges, among others. All white papers will be collected and organized on this page as they are published, with the full library available to everyone for free.

Lehrer Cumming, PCM, Nova Partners, and RGMK Are Now Cumming Group

March 26th, 2024|

Four leading firms in the built environment – Lehrer Cumming, PCM Consulting, Nova Partners, and RGMK – have officially transitioned their names and branding to Cumming Group, marking the completion of a planned integration process to bring the firms together [...]

Cumming Group named Sports Authority representative for Tennessee Titans stadium construction

March 11th, 2024|

Another firm is getting its hands on the Tennessee Titans' $2.1 billion new Nissan Stadium project. Metro has tapped New York-based Cumming Group...

2024 Market Update: Inflation on Construction Materials

February 15th, 2024|

In the early months of 2024, the construction sector is seeing some green shoots in key markets such as concrete and steel reinforcement, where costs have softened from the highs of 2022. However, as we move through 2024, key factors to consider include ongoin [...]

What Owners & Developers of Light Industrial Facilities Must Consider When Establishing U.S. Plants

December 14th, 2023|

According to a recent analysis by PWC, a confluence of factors including geopolitical instability, ongoing supply chain issues...

A Balancing Act in the Life Sciences Sector

December 6th, 2023|

Join us as we navigate recent industry changes, including economic shifts, labor shortages, and procurement challenges. Learn how modularization, prefabrication, and technology advancements are reshaping healthcare facility design and construction. Gain insights from our in-house experts, Gary Brett and Heather Furhman, as they share experiences and strategies to enhance collaboration, streamline processes, and reduce costs in healthcare construction.

Children’s Classic at Perry Park

November 13th, 2023|

Following yet another successful golf tournament sponsored by Cumming Group, the Annual Children’s Classic at Perry Park, hosted by Project One Foundation, has now raised more than $1,055,000 in contributions from the local community for research initiatives since its inception in 2012. This year’s 12th annual event in June raised $70,000 for Children’s Hospital Colorado.

Cumming Group Successfully Completes the Integration of its Florida Operations to Support the Growing Market

October 27th, 2023|

Earlier this week Cumming Group announced the final transition and consolidation of Lehrer Cumming’s Florida team, Miami-based Amicon Management, and Zimmer Construction Consultants of Boca Raton to Cumming Group. This change marks the formal completion of mergers between Cumming Group, AmiconManagement, and Zimmer Construction Consultants initiated earlier this year, and includes the incorporation of the Lehrer Cumming brand in Florida under Cumming Group. Lehrer Cumming, a division of Cumming Group providing project management and owner advisory services to clients in the eastern U.S., was formed in 2018 from the merger between NYC-based Lehrer LLC and Cumming Group.

Cumming Group’s Los Angeles Office Moves to Accommodate Growth

October 25th, 2023|

Cumming Group is thrilled to announce that its growing Los Angeles team has moved into a larger and more collaborative office space. With more than two decades of experience serving the LA Metro area, the local team of experts will continue to serve clients from the consultancy’s new location on S. Grand Ave. in Downtown Los Angeles.

Navigating the Data Center Energy Surge: Planning for Resilience and Cost-Efficiency

October 23rd, 2023|

In our increasingly interconnected world, data centers have remained the backbone of our digital infrastructure. However, the surging demand for data center capacity, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the rapid adoption of cloud computing and AI technologies, is presenting a new challenge: energy demand. The industry estimates that U.S. data center power consumption will reach 35 gigawatts by 2030, up from 17 gigawatts last year . This surge puts data center energy consumption on a trajectory to account for approximately 8% of global energy usage by 2030 .

New Cumming Bend Office Offers Multiple Construction Management Services

October 11th, 2023|

Wayne Powderly, who has been active in Central Oregon for close to two decades, most recently with SunWest Builders, is now helming the newest Pacific Northwest office of Cumming Group — a privately held international project management and cost consulting firm with a focus on construction including in the public works, education, healthcare, multi-family, mixed-use, themed entertainment, and hospitality sectors.

Market Update: Impact of Regulatory Changes in Construction

October 11th, 2023|

As noted in the previous report the market has reacted by reviewing processes for procurement and design development via selective tendering, funding certainty conversations and approach to contractor engagement – this leading to a more collaborative approach [...]

A Roadmap for Energy Efficiency in Hospitality: Key Strategies for Hotel Owners to Prioritize Energy Conservation Measures

October 10th, 2023|

In an era of heightened climate consciousness, sustainability has evolved from a buzzword to a driving force in the hospitality sector. Leading hotel brands are stepping up to meet the demands of an increasingly climate-conscious consumer base and address growing concerns about their environmental footprint. According to the U.S. Travel Association, “nine out of 10 travelers want more sustainable travel options and 76% of business executives want sustainable corporate travel choices — even if it costs more.”

Meeting the Need for Hotel Space in NYC

October 10th, 2023|

This blog will explore the world of hotel renovations, shedding light on the technical intricacies that impact the ability to improve New York’s hospitality market. Drawing upon over two decades of experience in the New York construction market, I will be providing insights into the technical challenges as well as the critical operational and regulatory challenges that hotel owners and investors are facing in the post-pandemic recovery of one of New York City’s most vital industries. This exploration will address market shifts as well as sustainability and energy requirements, general code compliance, and union labor considerations. All these factors, and more, will need to be addressed to meet short and long-term project needs in New York’s dynamic hospitality market.

Revolutionizing Healthcare Design: Modularization, Prefabrication, and Technology Advancements

September 28th, 2023|

Join us as we navigate recent industry changes, including economic shifts, labor shortages, and procurement challenges. Learn how modularization, prefabrication, and technology advancements are reshaping healthcare facility design and construction. Gain insights from our in-house experts, Gary Brett and Heather Furhman, as they share experiences and strategies to enhance collaboration, streamline processes, and reduce costs in healthcare construction.

Nashville construction volume expected to fall 20% by end of year, according to Cumming’s report

September 27th, 2023|

Sophia Young | Nashville Business Journal Nashville’s construction market has hit its lowest volume in ten years, but many major projects in progress or in the pipeline are keeping experts hopeful. Last year, the city’s construction volume fell over 11%, and [...]

Construction Technology and the Impact on Project Management

September 27th, 2023|

It's no surprise to most in the construction industry that we are collectively slow to adopt and successfully implement new technologies. However, things are starting to change, especially as it relates to project management and how we are beginning to levera [...]

Strategies for Improving Speed to Market & Minimizing Costs on Your Next Healthcare Build

September 27th, 2023|

Healthcare construction projects require careful planning and strategic measures to ensure success in today's dynamic landscape. With increasingly long lead times for components and specialized machinery, a well-executed procurement process becomes vital. Ad [...]

Breaking Ground on Hope: Cumming Group Kicks Off Work at New Affordable Housing Community

September 15th, 2023|

By Jessica Busch | June 23, 2023 In a city marked by its vibrant culture and lively music scene, a different tune is now resonating as Nashville breaks ground on a transformative project aimed at tackling its affordable housing crisis. Highly anticipated, the [...]

ABA Fall Meeting

September 1st, 2023|

Description Cumming Group is thrilled to once again sponsor and attend the ABA Forum on Construction Law’s 2023 Fall Meeting. We look forward to learning from our peers and sharing best practices with government construction lawyers and consultants. There [...]

Construction Management Association of America Conference

August 29th, 2023|

Description Cumming Group is looking forward to attending CMAA's flagship event in our nation's capital. The CMAA conference includes three days of education, collaboration, and engagement with construction owners and managers. This year’s event will featu [...]

Building the Digital Frontier: Navigating AI and Technology in the Construction Industry

August 16th, 2023|

In this podcast, we explore the construction industry's transformation through new technologies, data-driven decision-making, and AI. We discuss the importance of a single point of truth for owners, data management tools like Procore and Kahua, and human factors affecting technology adoption. As we delve into AI, we cover its applications in construction, strategic and ethical use, and the continued need for human intuition. Join us as we uncover the potential of AI and technology to revolutionize construction and reshape project management.

23rd Annual Flight For Life Colorado Golf Classic

August 11th, 2023|

Description Our team is excited to partner with TreanorHL as we support Flight for Life, Centura's critical care transport program. This year's golf tournament will help purchase a new ground ambulance designed for more complex patient care—equipping medic [...]

Cumming Group Announces PCM Acquisition, Expanding Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities

July 25th, 2023|

Cumming Group acquires PCM Consulting, enhancing its expertise in high-tech and life-sciences sectors, aligning with strategic growth in advanced manufacturing amid global shifts.

17th Annual Healthcare Design and Construction Symposium

July 18th, 2023|

Description Healthcare is a vital industry that continues to expand. Now more than ever, it is crucial that sustainable practices are incorporated into the design and construction of all healthcare projects. Our team at Cumming is excited to attend the ann [...]

SCAC Annual Conference and Institute of Government

July 18th, 2023|

Description SCAC's annual conference provides a dynamic opportunity to engage with more than 600 county officials and discuss challenges and opportunities, share best practices, and attend training sessions that strengthen one's capacity to lead and serve. [...]

Dallas-based Gallagher Construction Management Firm joins growing international consultancy as firm continues national expansion

June 23rd, 2023|

Cumming Group acquires Gallagher Construction Company, enhancing its K-12 construction management capabilities in Texas, bolstering local expertise and service breadth.

Polcom delivers 15th hotel furniture project for Whitbread’s Hub by Premier brand

June 22nd, 2023|

Cumming Group shines in London's latest hospitality gem, managing Polcom Furniture's exquisite fitout for Whitbread's hub by Premier Inn in Clerkenwell. This project, part of a £38m development, showcases Polcom's craftsmanship across 180 rooms, marking their 15th collaboration. With a legacy in premium hotel fitouts, Polcom continues to define modern, space-optimizing designs.

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tustin

June 21st, 2023|

The Cumming team was engaged by Encompass Health to provide project management, cost management, and scheduling services for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tustin, their new 69,500-square-foot inpatient rehabilitation hospital which features 65 private patient rooms, a spacious therapy gym, an on-site pharmacy, a daily living suite, dayrooms and advanced healthcare technologies.

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tustin

June 21st, 2023|

Project Overview Cumming’s Objective The Cumming team was engaged by Encompass Health to provide project management, cost management, and scheduling services for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tustin, their new 69,500-square-foot inpatient reha [...]

Former Grade II* church reopened as ‘state of the art’ business incubator hub for young people.

June 21st, 2023|

Photo credits: Dirk Linder Cumming Group is proud to have acted as Project Monitor on behalf of the National Lottery Heritage Fund on the regeneration of Sheerness Dockyard, a former Grade II* church originally built in 1828 to serve the officers and workers [...]

5th Annual Advancing Construction Analytics Conference

June 15th, 2023|

Description Advancing Construction Analytics Conference returns for the 5th year to unite Data, Analytics, IT and Business Leaders from across the construction industry on a mission to enhance the power of advanced analytics for their firms. Understand how [...]

Northglenn City Hall in Colorado will be the State’s First Municipal Core Green Building

June 6th, 2023|

By Mile High CRE | June 2, 2023Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy firm, is hosting a groundbreaking event for the highly anticipated Northglenn City Hall. The groundbreaking ceremony will take place on Monday, June 5 at 5:3 [...]

Hotel Construction Growth ‘Leads Post-Pandemic Economic Recovery’

May 4th, 2023|

Dallas, New York, and Nashville top their respective growth categories. By Richard Berger | May 02, 2023 at 08:15 AM The year-over-year the hotel construction pipeline has grown in the Top 25 US markets, according to a new report by Lodging Econometrics. Dall [...]

The Lantern announced as ‘Best Commercial Workplace’ at BCO London Awards Lunch

May 3rd, 2023|

Cumming Group is acting as Project Manager and Contract Administrator on the project which is part of a wider 180,000 sq ft mixed us scheme. The 35,798 sq ft office space at The Lantern was crowned ‘Best Commercial Workplace’ at the British Council Offices Lo [...]

Project One Foundation – 12th Annual Children’s Classic

April 20th, 2023|

Description Cumming proudly supports the Project One Foundation as a sponsor for the 12th Annual Children’s Classic at Perry Park, which will be held on June 19th, 2023. Come join us for a fun day of food, drinks, and networking — all in the picturesque se [...]

45th Annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference

April 20th, 2023|

Description The NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference is one of the hospitality sector’s hallmark annual conferences, attracting the top global hospitality and real estate leaders. During this two-day event, leading lodging executive [...]

BOMA International’s Medical Office Buildings + Healthcare Real Estate Conference

April 20th, 2023|

Description The medical real estate industry is experiencing unprecedented change in how it manages, leases and develops healthcare facilities. Innovative strategies are needed to confront economic shifts, capital constraints and the transformation of heal [...]

The Marriott Vacations Worldwide Caring Classic

April 20th, 2023|

Description The Marriott Vacations Worldwide Caring Classic golf tournament directly benefits pediatric programs at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children's Miracle Network Hospital. In 2022, the golf tournament raised $230,000 for the charity, [...]

Changing Tides in the Life Sciences Sector

April 18th, 2023|

The life sciences sector in Greater New England remains strong due to an innovative higher education environment. However, short-term headwinds are expected to persist until 2023, with a reversal in Q2-3 2024. To ensure success in these uncertain times, developers and investors must have the right expertise, insight, and knowledge.

Module installation has officially commenced at Greenford Quay Block 8!

April 18th, 2023|

Cumming Group EMEA, working with Tide Construction, Vision Modular, alongside our client Greystar commenced module installation on Block 8, at the beginning of this year. We are acting as Project Manager and Employer’s Agent on the development which will prov [...]

Miami-Based Amicon Management to Join Growing International Construction Consultancy Cumming Group as the Firm Continues National Expansion

February 28th, 2023|

By Jessica Busch | February 28, 2023 Making the merger official earlier this month, Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that Amicon Management has joined the firm’s growing team of construction professionals. By a [...]

Miami-Based Amicon Management to Join Growing International Construction Consultancy Cumming Group as the Firm Continues National Expansion

February 28th, 2023|

MIAMI – Feb. 28, 2023 – Making the merger official earlier this month, Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that Amicon Management has joined the firm’s growing team of construction professionals. By adding one of [...]

Construction Industry Regional Spotlight: California’s Major Metros

February 27th, 2023|

This article explores the growth and development of California's diverse economy, as well as the logistical challenges of planning overlays, zoning laws, inflation, and labor. Learn how these issues are being addressed to promote more affordable housing, livable cities, and successful infrastructure projects in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco.

Construction commences on St Modwen’s sustainable warehouse near Gatwick

February 24th, 2023|

Cumming Group EMEA, alongside St Modwen Logistics has begun construction on the sustainable warehouse for DHL at St Modwen Park, Gatwick. The current phase spans c.115,000 sq ft to complete a total development of 280,000 sq ft and is being built to ‘Excellent [...]

Clerkenwell hub by Premier Inn has now been successfully completed

February 16th, 2023|

Clerkenwell hub by Premier Inn has now been successfully completed and handed over as of Monday 13th February. Cumming Group EMEA acted as Project Manager on Whitbread’s 4 storey hotel located on Farringdon Road in Central London, just a short walk from Farri [...]

How New Infrastructure Funding is Impacting Aviation Project Development

February 10th, 2023|

February 10, 2023 By Karl Schulz Since most aviation projects are funded by either passenger plane tickets, airport tenants, or the airline companies themselves, the amount of money available for new projects can be impacted by a variety of factors. For examp [...]

2023 Campus Forward Award Honors Cumming’s Recruiting Efforts

January 25th, 2023|

January 25, 2023 Cumming kicked off the new year by being honored for its recruiting program via the 2023 Campus Forward Award. In particular, Cumming was recognized for its university recruiting program (led by Lisa McKeon) and the firm’s commitment to develo [...]

Planning Application Submitted for the Redevelopment of Albert Bridge House

January 23rd, 2023|

Oval Real Estate has submitted a planning application for the redevelopment of Albert Bridge House. Cumming Group EMEA is acting as Cost Managers on behalf of Oval Real Estate to deliver a 45-storey Build to Rent tower and 365,000 sq ft of office space, with [...]

Planning permission secured on Jadebricks’ aparthotel ‘Larard’s Still’ in Manchester

January 20th, 2023|

Acting as Project Manager and Cost Manager on the scheme, we are delighted to share that on Thursday 19th January 2023, planning approval was achieved for developer Jadebricks’ new 117-bed aparthotel, located on Oldham Street in Manchester’s Northern Quarter. [...]

BEHIND THE CURTAIN – A look into how the new, $22M Diamond Head Theatre came to be

January 13th, 2023|

By A. Kam Napier | January 13, 2023 There’s a sketch of a floor plan for the new Diamond Head Theatre that Andrew Tanton, vice president of the Cumming Group in Honolulu, penned almost four years to the day of the grand opening gala held Jan. 7. For Tanton, w [...]

Nottingham’s Island Quarter reaches milestone as works start on 693-bed PBSA

January 13th, 2023|

Works are now well underway at The Island Quarter in Nottingham, with the concrete frame now installed up to Level 6 of Block A, Level 2 of Block B and Level 5 of Block C plus the first phase of Walker Modular bathroom pods delivered on site. The Purpose-Buil [...]

Fort Point and Cumming Demonstrate Strong Momentum and Expanded Capabilities Post-Merger

January 12th, 2023|

With their successful merger in 2021, Cumming and Boston-based Fort Point set out to accelerate their shared vision to provide clients the highest level of expertise in navigating the design and construction process. Now fully integrated, the combined team ha [...]

Steel Prices

January 6th, 2023|

Steel prices continue to register their lowest values since May 2021. Spot prices going into 2023 are almost 20% less than those going into 2022. This slide is primarily due to what people in finance call “mean reversion”: as time goes on, prices return to their average. Steel prices had been unsustainably high for almost two years, and this is a return to form rather than a sign of weakness. We expect them to continue to decline and recommend waiting until the spring before making major purchases.

Education construction specialists RGMK merging with the Cumming Group

November 18th, 2022|

By Simon Campbell | November 18, 2022 Construction consultancy RGM Kramer Inc. (RGMK) is merging with international project management and construction cost consultants Cumming Group. Terms were not disclosed for deal finalized on November 10 and announced on [...]

Pandemic-Era Construction Pricing Challenges ‘Far from Over’

November 8th, 2022|

Cost increases and volatility continue in materials, labor, and technology. By Paul Bergeron | November 07, 2022 at 08:34 AM The challenges presented by the pandemic “are far from over” with persistent inflation and supply chain disruptions, according to Just [...]

Treating the Pandemic’s Shadow: How will the Future of California Health Policy affect Healthcare Design & Construction?

October 8th, 2022|

Bill and guest Mark Gamble, Chief of Advocacy and Operations for the Hospital Association of Southern California, discuss the biggest challenges facing California hospitals in a post-pandemic landscape and how state healthcare policy is shaping the future of facility design and delivery.

Navigating Healthcare Expansions & Renovations in an Academic Medical Center Environment

October 7th, 2022|

Bill and guest Shawn Sheffield, Chief Strategy Office of Keck Medicine of USC, discuss how Keck Medicine’s healthcare facilities are becoming a proactive force in clinical care delivery and research, the unique role they play as an academic medical center with diverse stakeholders, and the challenges that come with new facility expansions in the greater Los Angeles market.

Building for Adaptability: How UC Davis Health is Future Proofing the Hub & Spoke Healthcare Model

October 6th, 2022|

Bill and guest Victoria Vicente, campus planner and Director of Compliance of UC Davis Health, discuss how UC Davis is planning for the future of acuity adaptable care, their new California Tower development, and how their hub and spoke model of service will impact future developments on campus.

Innovating Healthcare Delivery Models: How UCI is Building the Smart Hospital of the Future

October 5th, 2022|

Bill and guest Brian Pratt, campus architect and associate vice chancellor of University of California of Irvine, discuss the future of healthcare facility expansion at UCI and how UCI is leveraging integrative medicine to innovate the delivery of care at their campus.

Stoney Field renovations complete in time for 2022-2023 school year

August 22nd, 2022|

August 17, 2022 Burke High school will return to their home stadium for their first football game of the 2022-2023 school year on August 19, 2022. The field underwent an extensive renovation thanks to a partnership between Charleston County School District (C [...]

Historic Grade II-listed Granary Building on Canal Wharf, Leeds set for new lease of life

August 17th, 2022|

By Greg Wright Friday, 12th August 2022, 7:25 am Updated Friday, 12th August 2022, 7:27 am A former warehouse building which dates from the 18th century is set for a new lease of life as workspace. Pitalia Real Estate has announced the appointment of Contract [...]

How a recession may change employment outlook for labor-starved construction sector

August 10th, 2022|

August 10, 2022 By Ashley Fahey The construction industry's struggles to attract and retain labor have been well documented. But has the construction labor issue gotten better, worse or remained about the same since the pandemic? And what happens in the event [...]

TSK Celebrates O’Brien Middle School Redesign Ribbon Cutting in Partnership With Cumming Group

August 3rd, 2022|

August 2, 2022 By Press Release Wire Leading architectural firm, TSK Architects (TSK) and international construction consultancy, Cumming Group (Cumming) are pleased to announce the completion of the O’Brien Middle School redesign project in Reno in collabora [...]

16th Annual Healthcare Design & Construction Symposium

August 1st, 2022|

Description Sponsored by the Construction Management Graduate Program, School of Engineering, Vanderbilt University Date: August 3-4, 2022 Location: Vanderbilt University’s School of Engineering in Nashville, TN Keynote Presenters: The symposium will featur [...]

Friend Health’s Woodlawn Center Opens This Month, Bringing Family, Behavioral, Women’s Health To ‘Underserved’ Area

July 25th, 2022|

WOODLAWN — A 45,000-square-foot health center will open in Woodlawn this month in an effort to improve the neighborhood’s health outcomes.

Construction begins on South L.A. mixed-use development Evermont

July 18th, 2022|

July 15, 2022By Isabel SamiConstruction has begun at a long-vacant lot at the corner of Vermont and Manchester avenues in South L.A. for a mixed-use development called Evermont.Plans for the site include 180 affordable homes for seniors and families, retail st [...]

Portland-based PlanB Consultancy and Inici Group Complete their Phased Mergers with Cumming

July 18th, 2022|

July 7, 2022 Portland, OR – Earlier today, Cumming announced that it has taken the final step in its phased mergers with Portland-based PlanB Consultancy and inici Group. PlanB joined Cumming in July 2020 and inici Group in February 2021. Both groups have bee [...]

Another Wave of Shipping and Supply Chain Challenges is On the Way

July 12th, 2022|

July 7, 2022 By Paul Bergeron After a period of relative sanity, another wave of shipping congestion is expected to happen soon. By now weary retailers are familiar with the drill and are recalibrating supply chains and warehousing and manufacturing strategie [...]

$400M Snoqualmie Casino Expansion Project Begins; Local Contractors Needed

July 11th, 2022|

 July 8, 2022By John StearnsWork has begun on a $400 million expansion project at Snoqualmie Casino that will include a 210-room luxury hotel, 2,000-seat entertainment and convention center, parking structure, additional casino space, full-service spa, fitness [...]

Charleston’s African American Museum may open in early 2023 instead of late ’22

May 17th, 2022|

With its outer shell nearly complete, the International African American Museum is expected to be finished later this year, but the actual opening could get pushed to the beginning of 2023.

Seattle airport goes green with stunning timber expansion

May 6th, 2022|

Woods Bagot and the Miller Hull Partnership have revealed plans to expand the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with a sustainably-designed new extension that will be defined by a stunning timber interior made from locally sourced Douglas fir wood.

Project One Foundation – 11th Annual Children’s Classic

May 1st, 2022|

Description Cumming proudly supports the Project One Foundation as a sponsor for the 11th Annual Children’s Classic at Perry Park, which will be held on June 20th, 2022. Come join us for a fun day of food, drinks, and networking — all in the picturesque set [...]

Blackstone Plants Its Flag in Boulder, Colo., an Emerging Biotech Hub

April 21st, 2022|

A unit of real-estate company Blackstone Inc. is acquiring a sprawling life-sciences and office campus in Boulder, Colo., the latest sign that the city at the base of the Rocky Mountains is emerging as a hub for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

Update on Lumber

March 18th, 2022|

Softwood lumber prices are rising again in North America starting this March, with a peak within the next two months. Supply is still disrupted, causing prices to reach levels last seen in spring 2021. Production in North America increased in 2021 and an incremental increase is expected later this year. However, short-term supply disruptions, coupled with higher-than-average demand, have been driving prices up. 

Aluminum Update

March 9th, 2022|

Aluminum moved from surplus to deficit in 2021 and is currently fundamentally tight in 2022. Market prices reflect this shift, with the London Metal Exchange (LME) price breaching $3,175/metric ton last October, its highest level since 2008. Regional premiums have also shown strength. We believe that the current market view of aluminum supply and demand in 2022 is still tense, but there is a possibility that demand growth could become flat later.

NOW OPEN: Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale Steers a New Course in One of America’s Favourite Sun Destinations

March 8th, 2022|

A former hosiery factory in Nashville has been converted into a Soho House hotel and members' club, designed with nods to its industrial setting and the city's musical heritage.

Inflation, material delays, labor issues: Pros face a trifecta of pricing woes

March 7th, 2022|

March 4, 2022 By Chris Barnett When Providence, Rhode Island, architect David DeQuattro bids on a new office building project, he's rolling the dice. But it's a crapshoot in any city. Odds are steep that no bid will hold up in the face of 40-year inflation pe [...]

Construction Begins On New Living Center At One Wartburg Place

March 4th, 2022|

March 4, 2022 By Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff MOUNT VERNON, NY — Construction began today on Berkemeier Living Center, which will offer independent, assisted living and nursing home care to people affected by Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Berkemeier Li [...]

Setbacks unlikely to stop commercial construction boom in DFW

February 15th, 2022|

By Jim Molis – Contributor Febuary 14, 2022 Dallas-Fort Worth has set such a fast pace for industrial construction and has maintained it for so long, that perhaps it’s natural to wonder how long it can last. With 61.1 million square feet of industrial space u [...]

Cumming Group Doubles Down in Washington D.C., Brings Over New Leadership in Strategic Move to Drive Growth

February 14th, 2022|

Cumming, an international construction consultancy, announced that it has appointed tenured industry professional, Steven Griffiths, to run its growing Washington D.C. office. With double-digit growth expected in his first year, Griffiths is relocating from Cumming’s budding London office and will be tasked with overall client and team member responsibilities as well as overseeing all project phases from construction concept to final fit-out.

Seattle-based global construction consultancy names new board chairman

January 28th, 2022|

Marc Stiles January 28, 2022 Seattle-headquartered Cumming has named a new board chairman, Hisham Mahmoud, as the international construction consultancy anticipates doubling in size. Cumming moved its headquarters from Los Angeles to Seattle a year ago. Aroun [...]

As Infrastructure Money Pours In, Construction Companies Prepare To Deal With Unintended Consequences

January 26th, 2022|

Dees Stribling January 26, 2022 The $1.2T infrastructure bill has been lauded as a tonic for the crumbling state of U.S. infrastructure, but new funds might come with new problems for the construction industry. The $550B surge in new funding will mean more wor [...]

Brand overview: Moxy set to make a big impression in Europe

January 24th, 2022|

Richard Frost January 24, 2022 Our researchers are currently tracking 74 separate Moxy-branded schemes with 14,003 rooms around the world, including a raft of exciting projects throughout Europe. Marriott seizing opportunities across the pond It’s interesting [...]

Report: Construction Costs Will Likely Begin to Stabilize in 2022

January 21st, 2022|

By Catherine Sweeney January 21, 2022 Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, the construction industry has been faced with a myriad of challenges, from global supply chain issues causing an increase in material costs to a lack of labor. However, according t [...]

President Biden’s First Year In Office For CRE: Infrastructure, But Not Much Else

January 20th, 2022|

Matthew Rothstein January 20, 2022 As President Joe Biden marks one year in office, his administration has changed surprisingly little for commercial real estate, with one notable exception. The passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in early No [...]

Avoiding Surprises When Master Planning Mixed-Use Hospitality Projects

January 18th, 2022|

Effective master planning is critical to the success of mixed-use hospitality developments. This paper discusses the importance of establishing a strong project foundation based on team member expertise, robust communication, and clear expectations and accountability. It then covers specific master planning best practices, including knowing your brand and market, navigating the entitlement process, understanding how supply chain issues may impact your project, remaining flexible and adaptable, and more.

Dfw Brokers, Developers and Contractors Believe Commercial Real Estate Is Poised for Another Strong Year

January 18th, 2022|

By Jim Molis January 18, 2022 It may be a new year, but the Dallas-Fort Worth commercial real estate market probably won’t change much. Brokers, developers and contractors expect 2022 to be another strong year. “All indicators are that it’s going to build on [...]

Oregon City completes construction of $12.8M Operations Center

January 14th, 2022|

Raymond Rendleman January 14, 2022 City officials on Jan. 12 celebrated the completion of a new Oregon City Operations Center at 13895 Fir St., renovated from a nearly 5-acre site of a former beverage distribution company's shuttered warehouse. Prior to helpi [...]

Dr. Hisham Mahmoud Appointed Chairman of the Board of Cumming Group

January 12th, 2022|

By Jessica Busch, Director of Public Relations Jan 12, 2022 Kicking off the New Year, Cumming, an international construction consultancy, announced that it has appointed accomplished engineering and construction executive, Dr. Hisham Mahmoud, to the role of C [...]

Construction Labor Market Outlook

November 30th, 2021|

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, of the 9.2 million unfilled jobs in the economy, nearly 300,000 belong to the construction sector. We expect this labor shortage to rise in the coming quarters, leading to further wage escalation through 2022. In this white paper, the Cumming Insights team draws from its ongoing economic research to examine current trends in the construction labor market and what we can expect going forward.

San Diego on the Rise: Breaking Down the Future State of America’s Finest City

November 30th, 2021|

In this conversation about San Diego’s ever-changing landscape, host Jessica Busch speaks with Brooks Rehkopf, Managing Director of Cumming San Diego, and Matt Reid, Director of Project Management, about the current and future state of the San Diego market, its dramatic shift from a military-port city to a global bio-tech hub with an increasingly diverse development community, it’s dynamic construction economy, and it’s wealth of future growth opportunities.

Space Inventory in the Life Science Sector

November 29th, 2021|

The life science sector continues an unprecedented boom, limiting the available space solutions for companies in the market and resulting in intense real estate competition. This boom can be measured not only by the increasing number of new companies, but also by the increasing size and changing type of the spaces they require.

Cumming Group Announces Growth Partnership with New Mountain Capital

November 17th, 2021|

Seattle, WA and New York, NY – November 16, 2021 –Cumming Group (“Cumming” or the “Company”), an international construction consultancy, announced today that it has partnered with New York-based New Mountain Capital, a leading growth-oriented investment firm [...]

The Healthcare Sector Pre- and Post-COVID-19

November 9th, 2021|

In this paper, Daniel Pomfrett and Gary Brett look at how the healthcare construction market was trending prior to the emergence of COVID-19, how it’s been affected by the virus to date, and what its future might look like once the pandemic has subsided. This paper is an update to our previous paper on this topic, which was originally published in May 2020.

Green Shoots of Recovery in the Themed Entertainment Sector

November 5th, 2021|

The financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic were acutely felt within the themed entertainment sector. While the industry has experienced economic recessions plenty of times before, guests haven’t been restricted from visiting theme parks and attractions to this extent.

Post-COVID Lead Times

October 18th, 2021|

Experts predict COVID-19 will have long-term ramifications for many aspects of the U.S. construction industry, including lead time extensions. In this report, we will take a brief look at some of the recent changes to construction lead times and then, at the end, offer several practical recommendations to help you avoid unexpected lead time extensions.

The Healthcare Sector Pre- and Post-COVID-19

October 7th, 2021|

In this paper, Daniel Pomfrett and Gary Brett look at how the healthcare construction market was trending prior to the emergence of COVID-19, how it’s been affected by the virus to date, and what its future might look like once the pandemic has subsided. This paper is an update to our previous paper on this topic, which was originally published in May 2020.

International Construction Consultancy Announces The Merger Of Dublin-Based Scollard Doyle

September 23rd, 2021|

Dublin – Sept. 10, 2021 – Making the merger official earlier this month, Cumming, an international project management and cost consultancy announced that Scollard Doyle will be joining the firm’s growing international team of construction professionals. By ad [...]

Oregon Community College Unveils Major Expansion

September 20th, 2021|

By School Construction News Staff September 20, 2021 THE DALLES, Ore.—Providing project management, cost management, and scheduling analysis, PlanB Consultancy, a Cumming Group company, and international project construction consultancy, has completed the maj [...]

Doors opened in time for in-person school at Dale Jr. High School

September 16th, 2021|

By OC Breeze September 15, 2021 After successfully navigating an unprecedented year and a construction market disrupted by COVID-19, Cumming, an international construction consultancy, and its local team completed Anaheim Union High School District’s Dale Jr. [...]

Contractors find new ways to cope with elevated lumber prices

September 16th, 2021|

By Sebastian Obando, Reporter September 16, 2021 U.S. commercial and residential builders breathed a sigh of relief last month when softwood lumber prices dropped more than 30% after reaching an all-time high in May. Although prices still remain elevated, the [...]

ABA Forum on Construction Law Regional Meeting

September 15th, 2021|

Description On September 30 and October 1, 2021, the ABA Forum on Construction Law will present “Construction Law Essentials.” Taught by leading construction industry professionals in each locale, “Essentials” combines two of the Forum’s most popular progra [...]

A Macroeconomic Analysis of Commodity Prices During the COVID-19 Pandemic

September 15th, 2021|

In this paper, Research Analyst Drew Lantz provides a macroeconomic framework for understanding the recent surge in commodity prices and outlines how they will most likely return to their pre-pandemic levels.

Cumming’s Lisa Sachs Named CMAA’s 2021 Person of the Year

September 7th, 2021|

By Jessica Busch, Director of Public Relations August 16, 2021 Lisa C. Sachs, a Managing Principal at Cumming since 2008, is the CMAA’s 2021 Person of the Year. According to the CMAA, “This award is given annually to an industry leader who has made significan [...]

‘Explosive economy:’ Orlando ranks No. 2 city for construction businesses

September 3rd, 2021|

By TREVOR FRASER Sep 2, 2021 Dennis Perez, COO of Bellavista Building Group in Maitland, estimates his company has 10 projects in some stage of development, from residential subdivisions to apartments to offices. He says the diversity of jobs is part of what [...]

As lumber prices fall, labor shortages remain a construction dilemma

September 1st, 2021|

By Jonathan Bach – Staff Reporter, Portland Business Journal Sep 1, 2021 There’s reason to cheer in the construction industry as lumber costs level off from pandemic highs, where by one estimate they approached the price of gold within the past year thanks to [...]

Steel Price Updates

August 18th, 2021|

The steel industry in the United States enjoys a high degree of protection from the government. High import tariffs mean that most of the steel used in construction is produced domestically. When there are massive shocks to the industry (such as a new respiratory virus that infects 10% of the population), a unionized workforce keeps steel production relatively steady.

Laurel Dell Elementary School, San Rafael is a Top Real Estate Project Award winner

August 17th, 2021|

GARY QUACKENBUSH December 18, 2020 San Rafael City Schools officials wanted to address both growing enrollment and outdated facilities at Laurel Dell Elementary School at 225 Woodland Avenue. With a desire for modern buildings to match its academic programming [...]

San Rafael’s Davidson Middle School science building wins North Bay top project award

August 17th, 2021|

GARY QUACKENBUSH December 18, 2020 At the rapidly expanding Davidson Middle School at 280 Woodland Ave., the San Rafael City School District needed new modern, flexible space for its forward-thinking science and math program. Working with a tight budget and sc [...]

Thompson Hollywood Debuts In The Heart Of Los Angeles

August 11th, 2021|

August 10, 2021 Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is proud to announce the debut of Thompson Hollywood, the luxury lifestyle hotel situated on Wilcox Avenue near Hollywood and Vine. A dynamic mix of global sophistication, hyper-local immersion and intuitive s [...]

The Continuing Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Global Supply Chain

July 28th, 2021|

Restrictions on public life due to the COVID-19 pandemic have thrown global supply chains into chaos. In this white paper, Cumming Research Analyst Drew Lantz takes a look at the effects that the pandemic has had on air, land, and sea freight; explains why these disruptions have been so severe; and outlines when things can be expected to return to normal.

Performing As-Built Documentation Reviews and Field Audits to Prevent Downtime in Data Center Facilities

July 21st, 2021|

In this paper, Cumming Director Michelle Kelly explains the role of field audits and documentation reviews in the data center setting, how to perform these activities efficiently and effectively, and why they are such an important factor in delivering data center projects on time and within budget.

Construction complete on new HQ for Beyond Meat, L’Oréal USA

July 9th, 2021|

Annlee Ellingson – Staff Reporter, L.A. Biz July 7, 2021 Beyond Meat Inc. and L’Oréal USA are one step closer to being able to move into their new headquarters. Construction has been completed on 888 N. Douglas St. in El Segundo, California, where the two comp [...]

SCL Health Breaks Ground On Facility To Replace Lutheran Medical Center At Clear Creek Crossing

July 7th, 2021|

June 9, 2021 SCL Health broke ground Tuesday on a new hospital in Wheat Ridge. The facility will replace Lutheran Medical Center at Clear Creek Crossing. The new hospital is being built at Interstate 70 and 40th Avenue in Wheat Ridge, just 3 and a half miles f [...]

Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort Begins Renovation

July 7th, 2021|

  Lodging Magazine May 28, 2021 ANAHEIM, California—R.D. Olson Construction, a general contracting firm in California, has commenced the remodel of the Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort, encompassing a full guestroom modernization and improvements [...]

These are FDOT’s biggest roadway projects slated for Lake County

July 7th, 2021|

Ryan Lynch – Staff Writer, Orlando Business Journal May 20, 2021 The Florida Department of Transportation has plenty of road work slated for Lake County in the coming years. FDOT has plans for 31 future projects within the county, ranging from road constructio [...]

Phoenix named among top markets for construction workers

July 7th, 2021|

By Corina Vanek - Reporter May 4, 2021 Phoenix is among the top U.S. cities for the construction industry, with the intense demand for new houses continuing to push the need for construction jobs, according to a study from Industrial Paint and Protection Magaz [...]

Virtual Luncheon – Can Chicago Afford To Build?

May 13th, 2021|

Description Every quarter we host a luncheon that enables members of the community to mix, mingle and learn. Every program features a speaker who provides a more in-depth look at some of the opportunities and challenges facing the Near South Side. Due to th [...]

Governor Cuomo Announces Completed Construction of the Javits Center Expansion

May 12th, 2021|

Design-Build Project is On-Budget Despite COVID-Related Challenges New State-of-the-Art Spaces Will Provide a Boost to Hospitality and Tourism Industries Key Part of Governor Cuomo's Midtown West Redevelopment Plan  Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the [...]

GeneThera Enters Into A Collaboration Agreement With An International Construction Advisor Company To Build A Network Of Zoonotic Diseases Laboratory Facilities

April 30th, 2021|

By Advertising Content Apr 27, 2021 WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GeneThera announced today that it has entered into a partnership agreement with Cumming Corporation, a privately held international project consulting firm, specialized [...]

Nashville Ranks Tenth Best City For Construction Workers, More Skilled Laborers Needed

April 29th, 2021|

By Erica Francis - Anchor/Reporter Apr 28, 2021 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Despite an improving economy, a new analysis shows construction employment declined in more than 200 metropolitan areas across the country. But not in Nashville-Davidson County, where th [...]

Construction in LA to Tick Up 2.9 Percent This Year

April 19th, 2021|

By Greg Cornfield - Commercial Observer Apr 19, 2021 Los Angeles is pushing dirt in 2021. The construction market in L.A. — the second largest in the U.S. — is expected to see modest growth this year, mostly driven by the residential sector, according to a rep [...]

The 12 most expensive US cities for construction

April 16th, 2021|

By Jenn Goodman – Senior Editor, Construction Dive Apr 16, 2021 Construction's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic will vary greatly by city, but will most likely begin this year, a new report from construction management firm Cumming says. The company's Q1 co [...]

ENCOMPASS: Inclusive Architecture, What’s Next?

April 15th, 2021|

Description As a 2-day virtual event with the mission to increase urban equity and resilience in the communities we serve, the 5th annual “Encompass: Inclusive Architecture” conference will strengthen diversity and inclusion in the AEC professions and in th [...]

Boston’s Fort Point Project Management Merges with Cumming

April 9th, 2021|

Making the official announcement today, Boston-based Fort Point Project Management has merged with Cumming to expand its life sciences capabilities nationwide. By adding one of Boston’s leading independent project management firms, Cumming will be able to cont [...]

Global construction consultant moves headquarters to Seattle

March 10th, 2021|

By Marc Stiles – Senior Staff Writer, Puget Sound Business Journal Mar 10, 2021 Since the end of last year it seemed a good bet that international project management and cost consultant Cumming would soon move its headquarters from Los Angeles to Seattle. This [...]

Exclusive: Seattle firm Cumming acquires Portland-based Inici Group

March 5th, 2021|

By Jonathan Bach – Staff Reporter, Portland Business Journal Mar 5, 2021 Cumming, a real estate project management and cost consultancy, has acquired Portland-based Inici Group. The transaction was described as a merger in the official announcement, but a pers [...]

Labor Costs Will Keep Rising As Construction Industry Bounces Back, Reports Predict

March 3rd, 2021|

March 3, 2021 Bianca Barragán, Bisnow Southern California During the pandemic, many construction projects in the LA area were considered essential and continued as other businesses were shuttered. Now, at the beginning of a new year and with the promise of cor [...]

New five-star Hotel Barriere Le Fouquet planned for New York’s Tribeca

February 23rd, 2021|

By I-Chun Chen – Staff Reporter, Feb 22, 2021 Updated Feb 22, 2021, 5:47pm EST Tribeca will be the future home of the five-star Hotel Barrière Le Fouquet’s New York, the first hotel in the U.S. under the Barrière brand. Caspi Development on Tuesday announced t [...]

Skyrocketing steel, lumber costs threaten to slow construction jobs

February 18th, 2021|

As material prices jump, contractors cope any way they can. AUTHOR: Joe Bousquin PUBLISHED: Feb. 17, 2021 Late last year, Mike Taylor was paying around $750 per short ton for the rebar he uses in his concrete pours. Now, that price has spiked closer to $900, [...]

Sustainability in the Hospitality Sector

February 10th, 2021|

In this paper, Cumming’s expert sustainability professionals define what sustainability means in the context of the hospitality industry and discuss the different ways in which sustainability can be integrated to benefit hospitality operations and brands. While the value of sustainability for the hospitality sector is widely recognized, the industry may not be fully leveraging these benefits. This white paper discusses the key trends and best practices in the industry, providing recommendations for how brands and property owners can realize valuable benefits and more effectively leverage sustainability as an important differentiator to drive business recovery and growth.

North Carolina contractors brace for another rough year as NCDOT concerns remain

February 9th, 2021|

By Caleb Harshberger – Staff Writer, Triangle Business Journal Feb 9, 2021 North Carolina contractors say they’re bracing for another slow year amid project delays, cancellations and ongoing government cutbacks. The Associated General Contractors of America 20 [...]

What Does Sustainability Mean for the Hospitality Market?

January 20th, 2021|

Description In this discussion, Cumming’s expert sustainability professionals will define what sustainability means to the hospitality industry and discuss the different ways sustainability can be integrated into and benefit hospitality operations and brand [...]

Growth Transition Celebration: CapEX Cumming

January 5th, 2021|

CapEX was founded in Nashville in 2014 by Joe Saatkamp. For five years, Joe and his team of owner representatives and project managers grew their business through strong a commitment to quality and client service.  By the end of 2018 they had worked on many hi [...]

Growth Transition Celebration: Project One Cumming

January 5th, 2021|

Project One was originally founded in Denver in 1999. For nearly 20 years, they grew their business through their strong commitment to quality and client service, and by 2017 had worked on more than 500 projects totaling more than $6 billion in construction co [...]

African American Museum Project Treads Lightly on Historic Site

January 5th, 2021|

January 5, 2021 Jim Parsons The 2.3-acre waterfront construction site for Charleston, S.C.’s $100-million International African American Museum (IAAM) is often referred to as “hallowed ground,” and rightfully so. Beginning in the late 1760s, the site was part [...]

Best New Hotel (2020) Grand Hyatt Nashville named Best New Hotel

January 4th, 2021|

1. GRAND HYATT NASHVILLE This 591-room luxury hotel in Nashville is part of the new 18-acre Nashville Yards development. Highlights include a fifth-floor pool deck with views of downtown, R+R Wellness spa, seven culinary experiences and one of the tallest roof [...]

International Construction Consultancy Announces New COO to Finalize Executive Changes

December 15th, 2020|

Seattle – Dec. 15, 2020 – Cumming, a leading international project management and cost consultancy, has announced that the firm has hired Finlay McLay to fill the role of Chief Operating Officer after an extensive internal and external search. McLay will be b [...]

The Past, Present, and Future of the Nashville Market

December 11th, 2020|

In this conversation about all things Nashville, host Jessica Busch speaks with CapEX Cumming founder Joe Saatkamp about the resiliency of the Nashville market, its transformation from a healthcare-heavy economy to one that is increasingly diverse and dynamic, its status as a destination for companies and people looking to relocate, its prospects going forward, and much more.

Bergen County gets OK for $150M borrowing plan. Here’s what it will include

December 8th, 2020|

Terrence T. McDonald | NorthJersey.com December 8, 2020 Bergen County won approval from state officials on Wednesday for a $150 million borrowing plan allowing the county to build a mixed-use residential building in Hackensack that would include a new bus stat [...]

Innovation Through Engineering: Improving Healthcare Building Systems

November 30th, 2020|

In this episode, Jessica hands the hosting duties over to Zair Sheema, a Sr. Cost Manager at Cumming who specializes in healthcare MEP systems. Zair leans on his specialized expertise to speak with guest Gary Hamilton, a Sr. VP and healthcare leader with WSP USA, about a range of topics related to healthcare mechanical systems and construction. They talk about COVID-19 mitigation applications for existing facilities, the resiliency of the industry, the importance of giving back, and much more.

Construction Project Scheduling & Delay Claims

November 30th, 2020|

Description The Seminar Group has assembled a diverse group of top Construction Law Professionals who practice in and understand the issues of complex public and private construction in California and nationally. This seminar will cover critical-path schedu [...]

The Role of a Program Management Office in Project Portfolio Success

November 16th, 2020|

In this paper, author Greg Williams, Vice President at Cumming, discusses the complexities inherent in a large capital program, and describes the value and benefits of utilizing a Program Management Office to manage and navigate those complexities. A wellrun PMO — one that is thoughtfully implemented, utilizes key best practices, and both connects and empowers individual team members — is adaptable, dependable, and can greatly enhance the likelihood of program success.

Building up the construction industry: 2020 in review

November 13th, 2020|

BRANDI SMITH | NOVEMBER 13, 2020 Heading into 2020, forecasts for the Texas construction industry called for continued expansion, boosted by the state’s strong job market and continued growth. As we wrap up the year that was, we’re reflecting on the pandemic’s [...]

A Guide to Performing Facility Condition Assessments

November 10th, 2020|

In this paper, Cumming Sr. Project Manager Andrew Hauss draws on his deep facility condition assessment experience to explain the key factors that should be considered when carrying out an assessment, what a proper assessment consists of, and how an assessment can help owners meet their short- and long-term needs and goals.

10 development projects reshaping downtown Nashville

October 29th, 2020|

By Drew Hutchinson – Reporter, Nashville Business Journal Oct 29, 2020, 3:11pm EDT The coronavirus pandemic may still be in full swing, but so are plans to develop Nashville’s downtown. While the virus has destabilized design plans and opening dates, it also h [...]

New York Trying to Find Labor and Construction Volume Balance

October 27th, 2020|

BY LEHRER CUMMING OCTOBER 27, 2020 9:18 AM As the world continues to move forward with the uncertainty of the new normal and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, New York City is proving to be as resilient as ever. The New York building market, currently feed [...]

7 coronavirus-related construction challenges that will continue in 2021

October 21st, 2020|

The industry will start next year facing significant headwinds, economists and other experts predict. AUTHOR: Shelley D. Hutchins, LEED-AP PUBLISHED: Oct. 21, 2020 More than 10 months since the first coronavirus cases were reported in Wuhan, China, COVID-19's [...]

Nashville construction market sees only small decline compared to rest of nation

October 12th, 2020|

by: Erica Francis Posted: Oct 12, 2020 / 05:00 PM CDT / Updated: Oct 12, 2020 / 05:06 PM CDT NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A recent industry report offers confidence that the construction industry has likely passed the worst of COVID-19 impacts, with the market in [...]

Opportunity in Disruption: Strategic Sustainability Planning During and Post COVID-19

October 6th, 2020|

Description The COVID-19 pandemic continues to be disruptive and challenging for institutions of higher education, businesses, and community organizations. Entities with strategic sustainability plans now face operational and budgetary obstacles to implemen [...]

New stadium is a welcomed change for four North Charleston high schools

September 22nd, 2020|

By Theresa Stratford Sep 22, 2020 Updated 19 hrs ago It’s what so many of us have been looking forward to in the fall - the roar of a crowd, the smell of a concession stand, the sound of tackles and whistles, and announcers. It’s football season, and when you [...]

New Generation of Airports Starting to Take Off as the Industry Exits Turbulence

September 21st, 2020|

BY LEHRER CUMMING SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 2:02 PM In 2018 and 2019, airports across the country and the globe were fast-tracking major upgrades to their terminals to increase capacity and satisfy the growing number of passengers, marking an aviation development and [...]

By the numbers: A snapshot of Chicago’s economy six months into the pandemic

September 18th, 2020|

By KATIE SURMA and JONATHON BERLIN CHICAGO TRIBUNE | SEP 17, 2020 AT 2:19 PM The coronavirus pandemic quickly inflicted damage on Chicago’s economy as government shutdowns and social distancing restrictions forced business slowdowns and closures. During a six- [...]

Reopening Your Facility: Germicidal Lighting, GBAC Star™ Facility Accreditation, and Covid-19

September 16th, 2020|

Description In this webinar, we will discuss what Germicidal Lighting is, whether it is safe, which methodologies might apply to your business, and where it might be used. We will also discuss the GBAC Star™ Facility Accreditation Program which is designed [...]

Nashville Warehouse Co. Development Topped Out Unique Mass Timber Office Building on Schedule

September 9th, 2020|

NASHVILLE (Sept. 9, 2020) – After months of site prep and laying the development groundwork, Adventurous Journeys (AJ) Capital Partners’ Nashville Warehouse Co. project received its mass timber delivery ahead of schedule this summer keeping the project’s time [...]

WA Chapter: Mapping Your Career – Non-Traditional Paths within CRE

September 8th, 2020|

Description Join us for a discussion on how to pivot or jump careers within the Real Estate industry from those who have done so successfully, how to find new roles that apply to your skills, enter new sectors, and more. Register Date/Time Wednesday, Se [...]

1st look at new CCSD stadium for North Charleston schools

September 2nd, 2020|

by Anne Emerson| Wednesday, September 2nd 2020 NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — We're picking up on our tour of five new CCSD facilities. You might have seen this one along I-526 in North Charleston. It's a $22 million high school sports stadium that's ready fo [...]

In Coming Wave of Pandemic-Induced Vacancies, Some See Opportunity

September 1st, 2020|

As the outlook for retail, hotel and office space shifts, some developers are already planning to convert empty properties to new uses. By Tom Acitelli   Sept. 1, 2020   Updated 9:57 a.m. ET The pandemic is expected to drastically reshape commercial real estat [...]

An inside look at Mount Pleasant’s soon-to-be-opened Lucy Beckham High School

August 31st, 2020|

By Jenna Schiferl jschiferl@postandcourier.comAug 28, 2020 Updated Aug 29, 2020 After nearly two years of construction, Mount Pleasant’s second high school is ready to welcome students and teachers to its classrooms this fall. Lucy Garrett Beckham High School [...]

Kings Town Elementary School Completes Construction in Time for First Class of Students Next Week

August 26th, 2020|

Fort Mill, SC (August 26, 2020) – Construction teams are packing up their final belongings in Mason’s Bend as both teachers and students prepare to begin classes on Monday, August 31 at Fort Mill School District’s new Kings Town Elementary School. Providing c [...]

Lucy Beckham High School to Be Completed on Time, Ready for First Class of Students

August 21st, 2020|

Mount Pleasant, SC (August 21, 2020) – After a successful 23 months of construction, work is coming to an end at Charleston County School District’s new Lucy Beckham High School (LBHS). The sprawling LBHS site stretches out over 44 acres in Mount Pleasant and [...]

How the Construction Industry Is Adapting to the New Normal

August 17th, 2020|

BY LEHRER CUMMING AUGUST 17, 2020 9:58 AM As we approach the three-month milestone since the official restart of construction in NYC, it is an appropriate time to observe how the construction industry has responded to the required workplace health changes and [...]

VP in Construction Management Joins Metro YMCAs Board

August 13th, 2020|

  By: Mollie Shauger | Thursday, August 13, 2020 | Leadership To Susan DiGiacomo, the end result of a building project is more than just the aesthetic outcomes; it’s also about how it will be received by the community. One of the rewarding aspects of her [...]

Yuma School District-1 Continues to Navigate Summer Construction Projects, First Project at Middle School Set for August Completion

August 11th, 2020|

Yuma, Colo. (August 11, 2020) – After successfully securing a bond in 2019, and the recent completion of design, Yuma School District-1 (YSD-1) was able to break ground earlier this summer on major renovation projects across its middle and high school campuse [...]

Images released for boutique hotel eyed for downtown

August 4th, 2020|

JUL 31, 2020 AUTHORS Staff Reports Lord & Liberty will sit on Second, incorporate historic former firehall Images have been submitted to Metro for boutique hotel Lord & Liberty, planned for Rutledge Hill. The images show a nine-story structure to rise [...]

Lake Oswego construction consultancy merges with California-based firm

July 13th, 2020|

By Jonathan Bach – Staff Reporter, Portland Business Journal Lake Oswego-based PlanB Consultancy and its 60 workers have joined Cumming, an international construction consultancy. The deal, characterized as a merger in a Monday announcement, broadens the reach [...]

Portland-based PlanB Consultancy Joins Cumming

July 13th, 2020|

By Jessica Busch | July 13, 2020 Late last week, Cumming’s leadership team announced that Portland-based PlanB Consultancy joined with the firm to expand its capabilities both throughout the Pacific Northwest and on an international level. Founded in 2006, Pla [...]

Oregon-Based PlanB Consultancy Merges with International Project and Construction Cost Firm as It Continues to Expand

July 13th, 2020|

PORTLAND, Ore. – July 13, 2020 – Late last week, Cumming, a leading international project management and cost consultancy, announced that Portland-based PlanB Consultancy joined with the firm to expand its capabilities both throughout the Pacific Northwest an [...]

International African American Museum reaches topping-out milestone

July 10th, 2020|

Staff Report JUL 10, 2020 A steel beam with signatures of supporters and community leaders was lifted to the top of the International African American Museum this morning in a topping-out ceremony near Gadsden’s Wharf. This significant milestone indicates the [...]

International African American Museum to Top Out Construction this Week

July 8th, 2020|

Charleston, SC (July 8, 2020) – Successfully navigating a turbulent couple of months, construction for the new International African American Museum (IAAM) has been able to continue, allowing its development team to celebrate the topping out of construction o [...]

Job sites and workplaces of the future with Lehrer Cumming

July 1st, 2020|

June 29, 2020 05:00 AM As New York City continues Phase 2 of reopening, the design, construction and development industries are mapping out how the future workplace will look and how buildings, regardless of their age, will need to change. To gather greater in [...]

Long-awaited hotel opening on Music Row this week

June 29th, 2020|

By Marq Burnett – Reporter, Nashville Business Journal Jun 29, 2020, 12:00pm EDT Five years after announcing the brand would enter the Nashville market, Virgin Hotels is set to open its doors in Nashville. Virgin Hotels, the lifestyle hotel brand developed by [...]

MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital ranked best in the Southeast

June 19th, 2020|

by: Chase Laudenslager Posted: Jun 16, 2020 / 05:38 PM EDT / Updated: Jun 16, 2020 / 05:39 PM EDT CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital (SJCH) has been named the number one hospital in the Southeast region for cardiology and heart su [...]

New Modoc Medical Center on schedule to open in September

June 12th, 2020|

ALTURAS — Despite a turbulent couple of months, construction for the new Modoc Medical Center replacement facility is still on schedule and it’s expected to open to the community this September, according to a news release. Providing project management and con [...]

Modoc Medical Center Construction Still on Schedule, Expecting First Patients in September

June 10th, 2020|

Alturas, Calif. (June 10, 2020) – Despite a turbulent couple of months, construction for the new Modoc Medical Center replacement facility is still on schedule and is expected to open to the community this September. Providing project management and construct [...]

Rebuilding process begins at East End United Methodist Church after tornado

June 8th, 2020|

STAFF REPORTS Jun 5, 2020 After it was struck by a tornado in March, CapEX Cumming, a local project management firm, kicked off the rebuilding process on behalf of East End United Methodist Church. The development team spent the last several weeks to evaluate [...]

Industry Spotlight: Q&A With Lehrer Cumming’s Gavin Middleton

June 5th, 2020|

BY PARTNER INSIGHTS JUNE 5, 2020 12:58 PM Lehrer Cumming, a division of Cumming, is an owner’s advisory firm providing project and cost management, and strategic guidance to owners, developers, and institutions in and around New York City, New Jersey, Boston, [...]

East End United Methodist Church to Start Rebuilding in 2021

May 28th, 2020|

Future of the storm-damaged church is currently being assessed WILLIAM WILLIAMS MAY 26, 2020 4 PM East End United Methodist Church officials have enlisted three local companies to evaluate how to proceed with reconstruction efforts following the March 3 tornad [...]

The Rebuilding Process Begins at East End United Methodist Church After Devastating Tornado

May 22nd, 2020|

NASHVILLE (May 22, 2020) – After being struck by a tornado this past March, CapEX Cumming, a local and well-respected project management firm, has kicked off the rebuilding process on behalf of the beloved East End United Methodist Church. The development tea [...]

Evaluating Exposure to Cost Overruns and Claims During Tumultuous Times

May 18th, 2020|

In this white paper, Sonny Jester, Managing Director at Cumming, discusses some of the key factors that owners should consider when their project is impacted by unforeseen events, including how to effectively mitigate disruptions and successfully reopen a project after work stoppage.

On CO Panel, Port Authority Chief Says There’s 97 Percent Decrease in Ridership

April 30th, 2020|

Transit planners discuss the future of NYC transit post-coronavirus at Commercial Observer's virtual transportation conference. BY REBECCA BAIRD-REMBA | APRIL 29, 2020 11:06 AM As the tri-state region considers life after the coronavirus pandemic, transit agen [...]

COVID-19 and the Global Construction Market – Washington State (April 20, 2020)

April 22nd, 2020|

In this webinar, Daniel Pomfrett and Bill Foulkes provide an update on the current trends and conditions in Washington State, and outline what returning to work might look like. It is important to note that current conditions are changing quickly; this webin [...]

Implementing School District Construction Programs, Part 2

April 14th, 2020|

Jessica, still at the CASH Conference in Long Beach, sits down with Julie Strauss from HMC Architects and Dana Grudem from Irvine Unified School District. They talk about developing facility master plans, the ins and outs of program funding, the new regulations of Prop 13, and much more.

The Construction Supply Crisis Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

April 14th, 2020|

Things are changing so quickly in this new era that it’s tough to know how to plan the next few months, let alone next week. Case in point -- the building supply chain. Just weeks ago, developers and contractors were staring at massive project delays and mater [...]

Implementing School District Construction Programs, Part 1

April 9th, 2020|

Insiders host Jessica Busch visits the CASH Conference in Long Beach and catches up with Michael Krause, Assistant Superintendent at Anaheim Elementary School District, to talk about the art and science of planning and implementing a school district construction program.

COVID-19 and the Global Construction Market (April 6, 2020)

April 8th, 2020|

In this webinar, Daniel Pomfrett, Vice President, gives a high-level update on COVID-19 and its effect on construction markets both globally and here within the United States. It is important to note that current conditions are changing quickly; this webinar [...]

COVID-19 and the Global Construction Market

March 25th, 2020|

In this paper, authors Daniel Pomfrett and Brian Burton look at the history of COVID-19 and examine its effect on construction markets both globally and here within the United States. It is important to note that current conditions are changing quickly; this paper was based on information available as of March 25, 2020.

Utilizing Cost Management as a Tool to Improve Project Performance (1 LU)

March 23rd, 2020|

Learning Units: 1 LU|HSW About this Course Differentiating between Cost Management and Cost Estimating, this course describes the merits of using Cost Management as a design tool to maximize efficiency and improve performance. Details of the Cost Managem [...]

D-Profiler, Bringing Your Healthcare Project to Life (1 LU)

March 20th, 2020|

Learning Units: 1 LU About this Course D-Profiler is a conceptual modeling software that provides a high-level graphical representation of a project while also generating a detailed cost estimate. The model can be based on something as simple as a napkin [...]

Chinese Copper, Italian Marble: Coronavirus Shipping Delays Hurt Developers

March 20th, 2020|

By C. J. Hughes March 20, 2020, 5:00 a.m. ET When it comes to obtaining building materials, real estate developers often buy globally, not locally. But as the coronavirus spreads across the world, bringing countries to a standstill, the lack of access to overs [...]

Coronavirus imperils Chicago’s more than decadelong construction boom. ‘We’re mentally preparing for a shutdown.’

March 18th, 2020|

By RYAN ORI CHICAGO TRIBUNE | MAR 18, 2020 | 8:58 AM After more than a decade of boom times, Chicago developers, contractors and construction workers face an unexpected obstacle to continued prosperity. Wide-ranging safety precautions are being implemented on [...]

Five Years In, Cumming Continues to Strengthen Its Position in the Puget Sound Construction Industry

March 17th, 2020|

By Meghan Hall Cumming, an international construction consultancy firm, first dipped its toes into the Puget Sound commercial real estate market five years ago. Since then, the organization has earned a reputation among big-name developers and tenants, providi [...]

This New West Hollywood Hotel Has Massive Suites, Breathtaking Views, and the Hottest Nightclub on the Sunset Strip

February 24th, 2020|

NINA RUGGIERO | Updated February 24, 2020 From growing up in Brooklyn to opening Manhattan’s iconic Studio 54, hotelier Ian Schrager is a New Yorker through and through — but he plays the part of an Angeleno more effortlessly than some of Hollywood’s biggest s [...]

Coronavirus impacts could have ripple effect on U.S. construction industry

February 19th, 2020|

AUTHOR: Jenn Goodman | PUBLISHED: Feb. 19, 2020 The coronavirus outbreak in China could add another layer of unpredictability to the many uncertainties facing commercial building in the U.S. From labor shortages and tariffs to an upcoming presidential election [...]

Making the grade: Why school construction costs are climbing and projects are stalling

February 11th, 2020|

A roll call of some important education contractors finds that labor and material prices and complex design, health and technology needs are putting pressure on the delivery of school builds. AUTHOR: Joe Bousquin | PUBLISHED: Feb. 11, 2020 When California-base [...]

Hospitality industry hums, especially five-star sector

February 11th, 2020|

February 10, 2020 05:00 AM New York City has long been a destination for tourists around the world, and its hospitality sector is vital to keeping it that way. In recent months, the five-star sector has thrived and providers of mid-range accommodations have ha [...]

TowerEight Merges with International Construction Consultancy as It Continues to Invest in the UK

February 11th, 2020|

LONDON – Feb. 11, 2020 – Earlier this week, Cumming, a leading international project management and cost consultancy, announced that London-based TowerEight merged with its U.K. operating division to help drive continued growth throughout the European market. [...]

Will Smith Rejoins Cumming as Chief Executive, UK & Europe

February 6th, 2020|

By Jessica Busch  |  jbusch@cumming-group.com Earlier this week, Cumming welcomed one of its earliest team members, Will Smith, back to the company. Originally starting with Cumming in July 1999, Will returned to the UK after approximately one year with the f [...]

A Guide to Developing Effective Owner Project Requirements

February 5th, 2020|

In this paper, Andrew Hauss, a Sr. Project Manager at Cumming, discusses the importance of developing a robust Owner Project Requirements document at the outset of any project, and the key role this document plays throughout the construction process. He also defines the four main elements of a successful OPR document and provides a framework for ensuring their proper implementation.

Escalation and Its Impact on Construction

January 30th, 2020|

Understanding escalation can help project owners and other stakeholders navigate economic uncertainty and deliver projects with confidence. In this paper, Cumming Vice President and economic expert Dan Pomfrett defines escalation and the factors that contribute to it, describes recent escalation trends as well as expected patterns for 2020, and provides some general advice on how to apply this knowledge to a construction project.

Understanding the Themed Entertainment Sector

January 15th, 2020|

Cumming's Vice President of Themed Entertainment, Asif Parkar, talks with Jessica about the unique characteristics of this exciting sector, including the three main elements of a themed entertainment project and why theme parks are more immune to economic downturns than most project types.

Construction Consulting Firm Cumming Names New COO, President

January 6th, 2020|

      By Howard Fine Monday, January 6, 2020 Downtown-based construction consulting firm Cumming has named a new chief operating officer and a new president. Cumming said in a Jan. 6 announcement that David Baird, who joined the firm in 2004 and [...]

International Construction Consultancy Announces Executive Changes to Support Long-Term Growth

January 6th, 2020|

Los Angeles – January 6, 2020 – Cumming, a leading international project management and cost consultancy, has announced several executive changes that took effect on January 1, 2020 as part of its companywide strategic growth initiatives and commitment to unm [...]

Construction Consultancy Sees Continued Growth in Seattle, Welcomes New Leadership

January 2nd, 2020|

SEATTLE  – DEC. 19, 2019 – Since opening its first Pacific Northwest office in Seattle less than five years ago, Cumming, an international construction consultancy, continues to find success in the market with its owner-first approach, seeing double digit reg [...]

Recent Tariffs and Their Impact on the Construction Industry

December 10th, 2019|

The trade war between the U.S. and China has resulted in a series of tariffs from both countries that have had widespread impact on the construction industry. In this paper, Cumming Vice President and economic expert Dan Pomfrett takes a closer look at the details of these tariffs, including the rationale behind their implementation, their effects to date, and what to expect going forward.

US consultant Cumming makes another move in UK market

November 11th, 2019|

Grant Prior American consulting giant Cumming has merged Stoke-on-Trent-based Prosurv Consult into its business. Prosurv provides project leadership for clients throughout the entire construction lifecycle on a wide range of schemes currently under development [...]

Prosurv Merges with International Construction Consultancy to Help Support Its Long-Term Growth Goals, Diversify Portfolio Throughout U.K.

November 11th, 2019|

By Jessica Busch  |  jbusch@cumming-group.com Making it official this past week, Cumming, a leading project management and cost consultancy, just announced that Stoke-on-Trent-based Prosurv Consult, Ltd. (Prosurv) has merged with the international firm. The m [...]

Prosurv Merges with International Construction Consultancy to Help Support Its Long-Term Growth Goals, Diversify Portfolio Throughout U.K.

November 11th, 2019|

LONDON – November 11, 2019 – Cumming, a leading project management and cost consultancy, announced that Stoke-on-Trent-based Prosurv Consult, Ltd. (Prosurv) has merged with the international firm this past week. The merger will provide Prosurv with additional [...]

Project One Foundation’s Annual Children’s Classic Raises More Than $600,000

November 5th, 2019|

November 5, 2019 Denver-based Project One Cumming, which provides project management and related consulting services from its Denver area office, has a long history of working with not-for-profit organizations and believes it’s imperative to give back to the c [...]

New Patient Tower at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Opens Doors

October 30th, 2019|

VALENCIA, Calif. (Oct. 29, 2019) – Opening its doors to the surrounding Santa Clarita community this week, the new Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Patient Tower houses the latest technologies for specialized medical and maternity patients. The brand new $163 mill [...]

Patient Tower At Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Opens Doors

October 29th, 2019|

posted by Greg Thompson | October 29, 2019 Opening its doors to the surrounding Santa Clarita community this week, the new Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Patient Tower, Valencia, Calif., houses the latest technologies for specialized medical and maternity patient [...]

EDITION Heralds A Third Renaissance For Sunset Boulevard

October 24th, 2019|

OCTOBER 24, 2019 — WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA Ian Schrager recaptures the energy and spirit of California’s iconic Sunset Strip for the modern age California dreaming is now reality. The West Hollywood EDITION arrives just in time to punctuate the Southern California [...]

Project One Cumming Completes Merger Transition Consolidates Operations

October 2nd, 2019|

By Jessica Busch After a strategically phased post-merger transition, Cumming and Project One announced this week that they have consolidated operations and will now be operating as Project One Cumming across the Rocky Mountain region, providing project manage [...]

The Barbara Walters Campus Center Opens At Sarah Lawrence College In Yonkers

September 30th, 2019|

BY: SEBASTIAN MORRIS 7:00 AM ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 Earlier this month, Sarah Lawrence College opened the newly completed Barbara Walters Campus Center just in time for the class of 2023 to begin first-year coursework. The $35 million project serves as a welcom [...]

$20 million Sheltair FBO complex lands at Rocky Mtn. airport

September 23rd, 2019|

By Jill Jamieson-Nichols September 23, 2019 Aviation services company Sheltair Aviation has broken ground on a 21-acre, state-of-theart complex at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Jefferson County. The fixed-base operator service facility will include a [...]

Construction Finishes at Medical University Of South Carolina

August 16th, 2019|

posted by Greg Thompson | August 16, 2019 After three years, the construction management team of Robins & Morton, Cumming, and Brownstone Construction has completed the new Medical University of South Carolina Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital & Pearl [...]

CapEX Merges with International Construction Consultancy

July 16th, 2019|

By Jessica Busch  |  jbusch@cumming-group.com Cumming, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that Nashville-based CAPEX Project Management LLC (CapEX) has merged with the growing international firm. The merger allows Cumming to e [...]

CapEX Merges with International Construction Consultancy

July 16th, 2019|

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – July 15, 2019 – Cumming, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that Nashville-based CAPEX Project Management LLC (CapEX) has merged with the growing international firm. The merger allows Cumming to expand its e [...]

ENR 2019’s Top 100 Professional Service Firms: Companies Aim to Offer Clients More

June 12th, 2019|

June 12, 2019 Gary J. Tulacz In the current hot industry market, third-party construction and program management firms also are finding new momentum. While some clients are choosing to bring project management in-house, many others, facing labor shortages amon [...]

CBJ Morning Buzz: Facility breaks ground in Indian Land

June 6th, 2019|

By Jen Wilson – Associate Editor, Charlotte Business Journal Jun 4, 2019, 9:12am EDT Updated Jun 4, 2019, 10:38am EDT In other news, construction services firm Cumming has broken ground on a 70,000-square-foot YMCA in Indian Land, a fast-growing community just [...]

Construction financing: What hotel lenders have to say

May 28th, 2019|

By Bryan Wroten bwroten@hotelnewsnow.com @HNN_Bryan LOS ANGELES—Building hotels is what hotel developers do best, but even those with years of experience need guidance from lenders to make sure all the numbers add up. During the “Construction financing today” [...]

New York’s Iconic Waldorf Astoria: Second Phase of Major Renovations Begins

May 17th, 2019|

WRITTEN BY: Jessica Busch PHOTOGRAPHY BY: Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Even right in the middle of a complex multi-year renovation project, Cumming Corporation’s New York based project management team knows one thing: when it comes to the color of the [...]

Chicago Construction Cost Increases To Steady In 2019 And Beyond

May 8th, 2019|

May 8, 2019 Brian Rogal, Bisnow Chicago Construction costs have spiked across the nation, and along with a litany of worries about possible trade wars and labor shortages, will help slow down the growth in construction spending. But the Chicago market may be i [...]

Is construction activity on track to slow in metro Denver?

April 2nd, 2019|

By Aldo Svaldi | asvaldi@denverpost.com | The Denver Post PUBLISHED: April 2, 2019 at 6:00 am | UPDATED: April 2, 2019 at 10:50 am Spending could drop 8 percent this year vs. last, firm predicts Year after year this decade, construction cranes and work crews i [...]

Economist: Diversification in Las Vegas crucial to area’s stability in fluctuating national economy

March 26th, 2019|

By Bryan Horwath (contact) Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - 2 a.m. If an economic downturn is near, as some national experts predict, Las Vegas could be positioned to offset its effects because the economy here is more diverse than it was a decade ago, according to o [...]

New Charleston County School District 2 Regional Stadium Opens Its Gates

March 22nd, 2019|

March 22, 2019 | Aziza Jackson | Charleston County, Construction, Cumming, District 2, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture, Regional Stadium, South Carolina MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. — After a race to the finish line, the Charleston County School District (CCSD) has [...]

Cumming to Oversee $2.4 Billion School Improvement Plan

March 20th, 2019|

March 20, 2019 | Aziza Jackson WAKE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) recently tapped Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, to provide executive oversight and to oversee the $2.4 billion seven-year Con [...]

California Dreamin’: Three New Properties Debut

March 6th, 2019|

BY HOTEL BUSINESS ON MARCH 6, 2019 NATIONAL REPORT—The Golden State has welcomed three new properties, including the first Yotel on the West Coast. Yotel Opens First West Coast Hotel After years of working through city approvals and construction hurdles due to [...]

Construction Consultancy Sees Continued Growth in California, Promotes Key Regional Leadership

February 25th, 2019|

LOS ANGELES  – FEB. 22, 2019 – After working in California for more than 20 years, Cumming, an international construction consultancy based in Los Angeles, continues to find success with its owner-first approach, seeing double digit growth and revenue topping [...]

York County’s Moss justice center addition expected to open in March

January 18th, 2019|

By Hannah Smoot January 18, 2019 03:04 PM YORK COUNTY - Renovations and additions to the Moss Justice Center in York County are nearing completion, according to construction management firm Cumming. The second phase of the $38.5 million project is expected to [...]

Wake County Public School System Brings on Third Party Construction Management Firm to Ensure Transparency Through Oversight

January 10th, 2019|

RALEIGH, NC - (Jan. 8 2019) – Continuing to follow its strategic capital improvement plan, the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) is moving full speed ahead with its goal to provide students with progressive and dynamic learning experiences. WCPSS recen [...]

Hotel construction continues despite costly resources, limited labor

December 20th, 2018|

by Elliott Mest | Dec 20, 2018 2:28pm   In the U.S., businesses are certainly building. Construction spending in the U.S. topped $1.23 trillion in 2017, with commercial construction up $85 billion in 2017, an 11-percent increase over 2016. The hospitality [...]

London-based MHBC Merges with Cumming, an International Construction Consultancy

December 11th, 2018|

LONDON – DEC. 11, 2018 – Cumming, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced a merger with Mellersh & Harding Building Consultancy LLP (MHBC), expanding the company’s expert resources and enabling it to provide unmatched building [...]

Peter M. Lehrer Inducted Into North Carolina State Hall of Fame

November 6th, 2018|

NEW YORK – Nov. 6, 2018 – Peter M. Lehrer, who graduated with honors from North Carolina State University with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, was inducted into the University’s Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering Hall o [...]

Site Exploration Begins on New Middle School in Arrowcreek

October 23rd, 2018|

The Washoe County School District says exploration has started at the site of the future middle school in Arrowcreek. Exploration will include drilling and trenching to confirm seismic faults and soil sampling. Wednesday, October 17th 2018, 11:09 PM PDT by Bra [...]

Construction Advisory Firm Lehrer Cumming Consolidates at 888 Seventh Avenue

October 15th, 2018|

BY REY MASHAYEKHI OCTOBER 12, 2018 6:51 PM Construction consultancy Lehrer Cumming—formed after the August merger of construction advisory firm Lehrer into project management firm Cumming—is consolidating its offices at 888 Seventh Avenue after signing a suble [...]

Lehrer Cumming Team Members Move into New Midtown Office Post-Merger

October 11th, 2018|

Newly formed Lehrer Cumming has consolidated its New York City operations within nearly 15,000 square feet on the second floor of 888 7th Avenue. The move comes after the project management and owner advisory firm, Lehrer, LLC, merged with international const [...]

Charleston County School District Completes New District Two Regional Stadium In Mt. Pleasant

October 10th, 2018|

After a race to the finish, Charleston County School District (CCSD) opened the gates to its brand new $16.5 million stadium in Mt. Pleasant last month just in time for the fall sports season. With the help of the District’s trusted construction management fir [...]

Hawaii Convention Center plans $26M in renovations

September 28th, 2018|

Katie Murar  – Reporter, Pacific Business News | The Hawaii Convention Center is aiming to complete nearly 20 capital improvement, repair and maintenance projects totaling about $26 million through 2024. Several projects have been approved, while others are pe [...]

Highgate Hotels to convert Atlanta boutique into The Burgess Hotel

September 28th, 2018|

by Elliott Mest | Sep 28, 2018 4:26pm Highgate Hotels is flipping a boutique Atlanta property into what will become The Burgess Hotel. The $11 million renovation began last fall and is expected to be completed by January following a full rebranding. Located in [...]

Lean, tech, talent training highlight contractor innovations

September 5th, 2018|

From 5D estimating tools to interactive punch lists, the nation’s largest construction and construction management firms continue to push technology to gain an edge. CONTRACTORS | SEPTEMBER 05, 2018 | DAVID BARISTA, EDITORIAL DIRECTOR The latest developments a [...]

Market Update – Section 232/301 Sanction Impacts to Current Construction Costs

August 3rd, 2018|

As details are rolling out about the Section 232 sanctions on steel and aluminum products, the impacts to current construction costs have been swift and severe. The original announcement by the Trump administration on May 31st was anticipated to be in the for [...]

International Firm to Merge with Midtown Construction Consultant Lehrer

August 1st, 2018|

New division will oversee operations in NYC, Miami and elsewhere  |   By Kathryn Brenzel | August 01, 2018 08:00AM  | An international construction company is merging with Midtown-based Lehrer, a construction and design firm that’s advised on major New York C [...]

Lehrer, LLC, a New York-Based Construction Advisory Firm, Merges with Cumming

August 1st, 2018|

By Jessica Busch  |  jbusch@cumming-group.com Cumming today announced a merger with Lehrer, LLC, expanding the breadth and depth of the company’s expertise and enabling it to provide unmatched owner advisory services to its growing East Coast client base. The [...]

Lehrer, LLC, a New York-Based Construction Advisory Firm, Merges with Cumming, an International Construction Consultancy

August 1st, 2018|

NEW YORK – August 1, 2018 – Cumming, today announced a merger with Lehrer, LLC, expanding the breadth and depth of the company’s expertise and enabling it to provide unmatched owner advisory services to its growing East Coast client base. The merger will comb [...]

South Bay Inn & Suites Opens Its Doors In Myrtle Beach Just In Time For Summer Beachgoers

July 16th, 2018|

MYRTLE BEACH, SC – July 16, 2018 – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, along with CM at Risk contractor W. M. Jordan Company, have completed the brand new $50 million South Bay Inn & Suites on 6th Ave North Ocean Blvd. D [...]

Marin Schools Use Summer Vacation for Construction

June 28th, 2018|

By Keri Brenner  |   kbrenner@marinij.com  | Marin school students may be off on summer vacation, but many of the schools they left behind are still a hotbed of activity. Construction contractors throughout the county are at work on projects big and small — m [...]

Local Colorado Project Management Firm Oversees Construction of New 25,000-Square-Foot Facility for the Adaptive Sports Center In Crested Butte

June 22nd, 2018|

DENVER – June 21, 2018 – Project One Integrated Services, a Denver-based project management firm, has kicked off construction for the Adaptive Sports Center's (ASC) new 25,000-square foot Kelsey Wright Building located at the base of the popular Crested Butte [...]

Construction for New City of Santa Monica Fire Station to Start This Summer

May 21st, 2018|

Santa Monica, Calif. – May 21, 2018 – Santa Monica is set to see the construction of its new 28,690-square-foot fire station kick off this summer after receiving final approval earlier this month. Cumming, an international construction consultancy, will be se [...]

It Wasn’t Easy, but West Ashley is Getting a New Stono Park Elementary

May 18th, 2018|

By Paul Bowers  |  pbowers@postandcourier.com  | After months of debate, years of delay, public outcry and a contentious school rezoning process, West Ashley’s Stono Park Elementary is finally on track for a complete replacement by August 2019. Stono Park par [...]

Construction Consultancy Sees Immediate Growth In Oakland With Local Leadership’s Client First Approach

April 5th, 2018|

Oakland, Calif. – April 5, 2018 – Cumming, an international construction consultancy, opened a new office less than a year ago in Oakland after seeing a local need for better project delivery and a more controlled approach to development. Finding immediate su [...]

Cumming Employs a Proven Construction Method to Raise Accountability and Keep Building Costs Under Control

April 2nd, 2018|

By Timothy O’Connor, Senior Editor at Knighthouse Media |  Building a major project such as a new corporate headquarters or a cutting-edge hospital requires the coordination of dozens of stakeholders, each of which has their own agenda. That’s a recipe that of [...]

Westfield Designer Discusses Future of Shopping Malls

March 30th, 2018|

By Greg Aragon | Mar 30, 2018 |  “The future is already here; it’s just not evenly distributed.” This quote by writer William Ford Gibson was a theme at a recent forum on the future design state and fate of the shopping mall. The discussion was part of “The Ch [...]

Makeover Underway to Bring Restaurant, Wine Bar to DTLA’s Music Center Plaza

March 27th, 2018|

The new plaza is slated to debut in spring 2019 By Bianca Barragan | Mar 27, 2018, 3:45pm PDT |   In December, the county of Los Angeles got the green light to launch a renovation of the 53-year-old Downtown plaza between the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and [...]

Construction Consultancy Grows Presence in Pacific Northwest, Welcomes New Leadership

March 7th, 2018|

SEATTLE – March 8, 2018 – Cumming, an international construction consultancy, announced that it has hired seasoned industry leader, Noel Whorton to help grow the firm’s presence and capabilities throughout the Pacific Northwest. Joining Cumming’s Seattle-base [...]

Cumming Completes Initial Seven Fatface Stores for U.K. Retailer’s U.S. Debut, Additional East Coast Plans for 2018

February 22nd, 2018|

NEW YORK - (Feb. 22, 2018) – Cumming, an international construction consultancy, announced that it has completed seven U.S. stores for FatFace, successfully helping to kick off the popular clothing retailer’s North American brick and mortar debut. Providing p [...]

Lake Wylie Is Still Waiting on Its Sports Park. York County May Ask for Help.

February 22nd, 2018|

By John Marks | LAKE WYLIE - York County may put its go-to building consultant on the job in hopes of hastening a long-awaited sports park in Lake Wylie. York County Council will vote March 5 on whether to name Cumming Corp. as project manager for the park. A [...]

Cumming, Gibbs Giden to Host 24th Annual Southern California Development Overview, Legal Review Preview

February 21st, 2018|

Industry Experts to Discuss the Commercial Construction Outlook and Trends LOS ANGELES - (Feb. 22, 2018) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, along with leading construction law firm, Gibbs Giden Locher Turner Senet & W [...]

Face to Face: Matthew Priddy, Cumming Corp

February 17th, 2018|

By Fatima De La Cerna  |  Feb 17, 2018 |  Matthew Priddy is not a fan of the word “amusement”. He has nothing against the word itself, he says. He’s just not comfortable when people use it to refer to the themed entertainment sector or, more specifically, when [...]

Chicago’s Old Main Post Office Making Progress

January 29th, 2018|

CHICAGO - (Jan. 23, 2018) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, is currently providing ongoing project monitoring on the renovation and conversion of the massive 2.5 million-square-foot Old Main Post Office into offices and [...]

Construction Consultancy Grows Presence in New England, Welcomes New Leadership

January 17th, 2018|

Jan. 17, 2018  | Cumming, an international construction consultancy, announced that it has hired seasoned industry leader, Jeff Birenbaum to help grow the firm’s presence and capabilities throughout the Greater Boston-area. With the international firm’s revenu [...]

International Construction Consultancy Merges with Colorado-Based Project One

January 12th, 2018|

Denver– Jan. 12, 2018 – Cumming, an international construction consultancy, has merged with Denver-based Project One Integrated Services in a continued effort to expand its regional footprint and provide unmatched construction services to its growing local an [...]

Cumming leads repair projects in Newberry County

January 11th, 2018|

January 11, 2018 Cumming has started work on six renovation and repair projects for Newberry County. The projects total $6.35 million and come under the Capital Project Sales Tax Program in the county. Three large-scale projects including improvements to Newbe [...]

Newberry County Set to Kick Off Next Phase of Much Needed Repairs

January 10th, 2018|

Newberry, S.C. – Jan. 10, 2018 – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, began work on several assignments under the Capital Project Sales Tax (CPST) Program in Newberry County earlier this winter. Providing construction managem [...]

Price of growth: Fort Mill voters will be asked to OK $190M for 3 new schools, more

January 4th, 2018|

BY AMANDA HARRIS, aharris@heraldonline.com JANUARY 04, 2018 12:39 PM UPDATED JANUARY 05, 2018 04:10 PM FORT MILL - Three new schools would be built in Fort Mill if voters approve the financing in a $190 million bond referendum in March. The Fort Mill school bo [...]

Construction Set for $40-Million Music Center Plaza Renovation in Los Angeles

December 26th, 2017|

December 26, 2017 Greg Aragon   Construction is set to kick off next month on The Music Center plaza’s extensive $40 million renovation in Downtown Los Angeles. After receiving approval from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on December 19, the [...]

Find more funding for new Estancia High aquatic center, Newport-Mesa board tells staffers

December 19th, 2017|

By Priscella Vega, Contact Reporter December 19, 2017   Newport-Mesa Unified School District trustees advised staff Tuesday to find additional funding for Estancia High School’s planned aquatic center, despite its higher-than-anticipated cost. District staff w [...]

Marriott begins development on Southern California’s first Westin in 25 years

October 6th, 2017|

by Elliott Mest | Oct 6, 2017 9:49am Construction teams recently began development on Marriott International’s first newly built Westin-branded resort in Southern California in more than 25 years.  Slated for occupancy in 2019, Cumming Construction Management, [...]

Construction Teams Broke Ground on New 613-Room Westin Resort in Southern California

October 4th, 2017|

Anaheim, Calif. – Oct. 4, 2017 – Construction teams recently broke ground on Marriott International’s first newly built Westin-branded resort in Southern California in more than 25 years. Slated for occupancy in 2019, Cumming, an international construction co [...]

The Immediate and Long-Term Impacts of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma on the Construction Industry

September 13th, 2017|

Although the full extent of damage from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma has not been fully realized or assessed, the impact on construction costs will become swiftly apparent. We will attempt to identify the greater economic and logistic issues, as well as key spe [...]

School Starts At Charleston County School District After A Busy Summer Filled With Construction Projects

September 13th, 2017|

  After successfully completing several high-priority school facility updates and new schools, Charleston County School District (CCSD) and Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, have turned the schools back over to the stu [...]

School Starts at Charleston County School District After a Busy Summer Filled with Construction Projects

September 6th, 2017|

Charleston, S.C. – Sept. 6, 2017 – After successfully completing several high-priority school facility updates and new schools, Charleston County School District (CCSD) and Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, have turned the [...]

Tahoe Beach Club Continues Construction, Lakefront Community Beginning to Take Shape This Summer

August 17th, 2017|

South Lake Tahoe, Nev. - (August 17, 2017) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, has made big strides on the Tahoe Beach Club’s development throughout the winter and spring months despite challenging seasonal conditions.  Th [...]

Leading construction consultancy brings on new Chief Financial Officer to provide international strategy during growth

July 26th, 2017|

NEW YORK – July 24, 2017 – Cumming, an international construction project management and cost consulting firm, announced that it has hired A. Al Jajeh to be its Chief Financial Officer as the consultancy continues to experience double digit growth and expand [...]

Latest Charleston County hotel report shows continued strength

July 24th, 2017|

By Dave Munday dmunday@postandcourier.com Charleston’s hotel industry remains strong amid continued growth, according to the latest report from the College of Charleston’s Office of Tourism Analysis. In May and June, 186 more rooms were on the market in Charle [...]

South Bay Inn & Suites Tops Out in Myrtle Beach After 12 Months of Construction

July 19th, 2017|

MYRTLE BEACH, SC - (July 19, 2017) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, along with CM at Risk contractor W. M. Jordan Company, have topped out the new $50 million South Bay Inn & Suites on 6PthP Ave North Ocean Blvd dev [...]

L.A.’s John Anson Ford Amphitheater might finally be ready for its close-up

June 30th, 2017|

The performing arts venue, nearly a century old, has undergone an extensive refurbishing. PERFORMING ARTS CENTERS | JUNE 30, 2017 | JOHN CAULFIELD, SENIOR EDITOR The 1,200-seat John Anson Ford Amphitheater will reopen next month after a nearly four-year, $72.2 [...]

Michelle Felman Appointed to the Board of Directors at Cumming

June 26th, 2017|

BY CUMMING JUNE 26, 2017 12:19 PM Cumming, an international real estate and construction consulting firm, has enjoyed exceptionally strong growth in recent years, with new marquee projects opening not only in New York but in major cities around the world, incl [...]

Michelle Felman Appointed to The Board of Directors at Cumming

June 26th, 2017|

New York – June 26, 2017 – Cumming, an international real estate and construction consulting firm, announced that it has appointed seasoned industry leader and commercial real estate investment executive, Michelle Felman, to its board of directors. “Michelle’ [...]

The Top 100 Professional Service Firms: See Where Your Company Ranks

June 14th, 2017|

June 14, 2017 Gary J. Tulacz Increasing complexity has owners increasingly turning to third-party professional service firms The construction process is becoming more complex, as project scope, risk mitigation, project delivery methods and teaming approaches h [...]

Cumming Kicks Off Measure G Bond Construction Program for Castro Valley Unified School District

May 18th, 2017|

Castro Valley, Calif. – May 18, 2017 – Cumming, an international construction project management and cost consulting firm, announced that it will be kicking off construction for the voter-approved Measure G Bond Program with Castro Valley Unified School Distr [...]

USC unveils new $80 million law school

May 16th, 2017|

BY AVERY G. WILKS awilks@thestate.com The University of South Carolina Tuesday unveiled its new, $80 million law school building – a swanky, 187,500-square-foot facility that occupies nearly an entire city block at Bull and Gervais streets. The building is exp [...]

Design Work Begins on New San Diego City College Facility

May 9th, 2017|

SAN DIEGO — Design work is now underway on San Diego City College’s new Child Development Center (CDC). Scheduled for completion in 2019, the CDC will span approximately 10,000 square feet with a construction budget of $5.2 million. The CDC will be the last gr [...]

International Construction Consultancy Cumming Announces Strategic Alliance with Intercontinental Consultants and Technocrats Pvt. Ltd. to Strengthen Capabilites in Infrastructure

April 18th, 2017|

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - 18 April 2017 - Cumming, an international construction project management and cost consulting firm, announced today that it has entered into a strategic alliance with New Delhi-based Intercontinental Consultants and Technocrats ( [...]

After 2 years and $10 million, check out renovated York County Courthouse

January 18th, 2017|

BY DAVID THACKHAM dthackham@heraldonline.com YORK Members of the public are invited to attend the grand opening this month of the newly renovated York County Courthouse. The grand opening, which will take place at 3 p.m. Jan. 29, will include a ribbon cutting [...]

Ribbon is Cut on New Warren Town Hall, A Vision Realized

December 30th, 2016|

By BRENDA A. NEMCEK Photo credits: B. Nemcek   WARREN, NJ - The Township Committee ceremonially cut the ribbon signifying the end of the construction on the new Warren Town Hall on Thursday afternoon. The Township Committee is proud of the new building an [...]

Get ready to see inside Lake Wylie aquatic center

October 17th, 2016|

CLOVER – Clover School District Community YMCA is finished and ready for opening. Cumming, an international construction project management and cost consulting firm, completed the district’s $17.8 million aquatic and fitness center. It will be operated by the [...]

Cumming Completes $17.8 Million Aquatic and Fitness Center, Clover School District’s New Facility to Open Mid-October

October 4th, 2016|

Clover, S.C. - (Oct. 4, 2016) – Cumming, an international construction project management and cost consulting firm, announced that it has completed Clover School District’s $17.8 million Aquatic and Fitness Center, to be operated by the local YMCA, and will be [...]

Ground is Broken on Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital & Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion

August 19th, 2016|

CHARLESTON, S.C. – The construction management team of Robins & Morton, Cumming and Brownstone Construction have broken ground on the new 625,000-square-foot Medical University of South Carolina Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital & Pearl Tourville Women [...]

Construction Management Firm Cumming Acquires London Company

February 1st, 2016|

By LOU HIRSH Cumming Corp., a San Diego-headquartered construction project management firm with offices worldwide, announced Feb. 1 that it is acquiring and merging with London-based consulting firm GB Fitzsimon. Financial details were not disclosed. A Cumming [...]

Derek Hutchison Rejoins Cumming as Executive Vice President

December 23rd, 2015|

Project management and cost consulting firm Cumming has appointed Derek Hutchison as executive vice president. Based in New York, Hutchison will head Cumming’s East Coast U.S. operations and worldwide hospitality sector. He will also drive overall growth while [...]

A Gradual Rise in CMF-PM Fees

June 23rd, 2015|

June 22, 2015 Click to Enlarge The market has returned to health, which should be good news to professional services firms like construction and program managers. However, many CMs and PMs are seeing the market as a mixed bag, with owners having to be convi [...]

International consulting firm Cumming plans Hawaii expansion

April 15th, 2015|

Duane Shimogawa Reporter-Pacific Business News April 14, 2015 The international project management and cost consulting firm Cumming Corp. has big plans for the Hawaii market, projecting growth of nearly 30 percent in contract value in 2015, and growing its wor [...]

York County offices will stay in downtown

March 19th, 2015|

BY BRISTOW MARCHANT 03/17/2015 10:38 AM  York city leaders can breathe a sigh of relief. After making known their opposition to moving York County’s administration building out of the downtown business district, the County Council voted Monday to keep those of [...]

Courthouse renovation plans move forward

January 27th, 2015|

BY JENNIFER BECKNELL jbecknell@enquirerherald.com January 27, 2015 YORK — Preserving the York County Courthouse’s historic integrity will be a top priority during renovations, said an official with the company managing the project. Jim Britton, vice president [...]

Project Services Provider Cumming Opens Larger Office in Dubai

November 12th, 2014|

By SDBJ Staff Report Tuesday, November 11, 2014 San Diego-based Cumming, which provides construction project management and cost consulting services, has expanded its international operations by opening a new office in Dubai. Company officials said the new off [...]

New Hire: Mildred Tolentino

September 2nd, 2014|

Mildred Tolentino NEW HIRE Mildred Tolentino, 42, joined Cumming as Vice President, Project Management. She was formerly Vice President at Jones Lang LaSalle. Job Title Vice President, Project Management Company Cumming Age 42 Start Date August 18, 2014 Job De [...]

People on the Move: John Olsson

August 28th, 2014|

  John Olsson Date added: August 27, 2014 Submission Type: New Hire Current employer: Cumming Corporation Current title/position: Senior Director, Project Management Position level: Director Duties/responsibilities: John Olsson will help lead Cumming’s Sa [...]

Cumming promotes managing director

August 19th, 2014|

Staff Report colanews@scbiznews.com Published Aug. 19, 2014 Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, promoted Jeremy Holt to serve as managing director, cost management for the firm’s Columbia, Charleston and Fort Mill offices. Ho [...]

Cumming Corp. restructures management

July 29th, 2014|

The Daily Transcript Tuesday, July 29, 2014 San Diego-based Cumming Corp., a project management and cost consulting firm, has completed its multiphase cost management leadership reorganization of its West Coast offices. The company said it decided to restructu [...]

People on the Move: Alan Plummer

July 29th, 2014|

Alan Plummer Date added: July 29, 2014 Submission Type: Promotion Current employer: Cumming Corporation Current title/position: Managing Director Position level: Director Previous position: Director Duties/responsibilities: Alan Plummer was promoted to Managin [...]

Owners Seek More Service

June 17th, 2014|

Owners Seek More Service Firms providing professional construction services are being challenged by owners to provide a broader range of services By Gary J. Tulacz 6/16/14 Domestic CMF-PM Rebounds The recession took a toll on professional services firms, just [...]

Clover school bond plan includes new elementary

February 3rd, 2014|

BY CATHERINE MUCCIGROSSO cmuccigrosso@lakewyliepilot.com January 30, 2014    CLOVER — EDITOR’S NOTE: This is part of a series of articles on the upcoming Clover school district bond referendum, focusing on one of five proposed construction projects. Voter [...]

People on the Move: Jason Beck

January 21st, 2014|

Jason Beck | People on the Move Date added: January 17, 2014 Submission Type: New Hire Current employer: Cumming Corporation Current title/position: Director of Project Management Duties/responsibilities: Jason Beck is a construction industry professional with [...]

Silverstein’s 30 Park Place breaks ground

December 3rd, 2013|

Four Seasons Downtown to include 189-key hotel and 157 luxury condominiums December 03, 2013 03:15PM by Julie Strickland Silverstein Properties broke ground today on an 82-story hotel and condominium tower at 30 Park Place in Tribeca, which is slated to be Low [...]

Four Seasons coming to downtown New York City

December 2nd, 2013|

By Jeff Weinstein on 11/27/2013 Silverstein Properties on Monday announced that its Metro Fund Joint Venture has successfully financed almost US$1 billion to build a Four Seasons hotel, a restaurant and private residences at 30 Park Place in New York City's Tr [...]

Cumming Corp. hires new IT director

November 19th, 2013|

By CARLOS RICO, The Daily Transcript Monday, November 18, 2013 San Diego-based construction management firm Cumming Corp. has hired Nick Alexander as its director of information technology within the company’s Group Services Team. Alexander will oversee Cummin [...]

What are San Diego’s Top Workplaces?

November 8th, 2013|

By Jonathan Horn, 6 a.m. Nov. 8, 2013 Earlier this year, U-T San Diego partnered with WorkplaceDynamics, an employee survey company, in an effort to find the best employers in San Diego. Here are the results. TOP WORKPLACES 2013 Small, Ranking 1-10 No. Company [...]

People on the Move: Sandy Gray

November 7th, 2013|

Sandy Gray | People on the Move Date added: November 7, 2013 Submission Type: Promotion Current employer: Cumming Current title/position: Vice President, Cost Management Industry: Commercial Real Estate Position level: Vice President Previous position: Vice Pr [...]

Cumming Opens New York Office

October 15th, 2013|

Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, will expand its East Coast presence with the opening of a New York office, it was announced last week. The firm has also hired several new employees to head the office. The New York-based t [...]

Cumming is Development Manager for London EDITION

September 20th, 2013|

SAN DIEGO—Project and cost consultancy Cumming, based here, is the development manager for the London EDITION hotel, just opened by Marriott International and Ian Schrager Co. London is the second EDITION hotel to open since the brand’s 2011 Istanbul debut. Re [...]

Marriott International, Ian Schrager Company to Open London Edition Hotel with Cumming as Development Manager

August 27th, 2013|

Marriott International and Ian Schrager Company are scheduled to open the highly anticipated London EDITION hotel on September 12, 2013. This will be the first EDITON-branded property to open since the brand’s 2011 Istanbul debut. Reporting directly to Marriot [...]

Glendale Community College District Awards Construction Management Services to Cumming For New 90,000 Square Foot Lab College Services Building

July 24th, 2013|

LOS ANGELES – (July 24, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it will be providing construction management services for the new 90,000-square-foot Glendale Community College Lab College Services Building [...]

Ensuring a Healthy College Life

July 3rd, 2013|

By Michelle Breier SAN MARCOS — Cal State San Marcos and construction management firm Cumming celebrated the groundbreaking of the university’s Student Health and Counseling Services Building on June 18. Attendees included University President Karen S. Haynes, [...]

Cumming Open House

February 21st, 2013|

INDUSTRY BRIEFS February 15, 2013  Cumming Corp., a San Diego-based international project and cost management firm, delivered services on more than $7 billion worth of projects in 2012, according to company President Pete Heald at a recent open house at its he [...]

Daniel Pomfrett Joins as Senior Cost Manager

February 13th, 2013|

Cumming  welcomes Daniel Pomfrett to the Washington D.C. office as a Senior Cost Manager. Daniel will lead our efforts on all aspects of cost management from concept phase through close-out. His will primarily focus on the federal, higher education, healthcare [...]

AIA’s Jury of Fellows to Recognize Cumming’s Lisa C. Sachs at AIA 2012 National Convention

May 2nd, 2012|

Earlier this year, Cumming Managing Principal Lisa C. Sachs was notified by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) of her acceptance into the AIA’s College of Fellows. This prestigious program “was developed to elevate those who have made a significant con [...]

Charleston County School District Names Cumming’s Bob Faust Construction Manager of the Year

April 23rd, 2012|

Each year, the Charleston County School District recognizes exceptional performance from its team of consultants and service providers. This year, Mr. William H. Lewis, Chief Operating Officer for Capital Programs with the District, has bestowed the honor of C [...]

Cumming Selected as Project Manager for New Viejas Hotel

October 21st, 2011|

Cumming has been retained by the Viejas Tribe to serve as project manager on its new 150-room, 5-story upscale hotel. The facility will be connected to the main Viejas Casino, creating a full-service destination resort for the Tribe. In addition to the new hot [...]

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