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.
Avoiding pitfalls in contractor selection for the independent K-12 sector
By Mark Minkley Independent K-12 education is one of the most unique and dynamic sectors within the built environment. Rooted in rigorous educational instruction and student outcomes, independent schools provide distinctive opportunities for imaginative desi [...]
Welcome to Sean Love, Regional Director, Republic of Ireland
ChandlerKBS, a Cumming Group company, is delighted to announce the appointment of Sean Love as Regional Director for Republic of Ireland.
Data Centers in Transition: Strategic Market Insights for 2025 and Beyond
As we move through the second quarter of 2025, data centers remain strongly in the forefront of economic conversation and investment.
Data Centers: Power, AI, and the Future of Infrastructure Construction
In this episode of The Construction Insiders Podcast, host Jessica Busch sits down with Chris Adams, Managing Director and Data Center Lead, and Jason Tirri, Vice President of Project Management, to explore the evolving data center landscape. From the explosive growth of AI and cloud computing to the race for power and land in new U.S. markets, they unpack the drivers behind this modern-day infrastructure gold rush.
Welcome to Peter Millett and Steven Crosby
Cumming Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Millett and Steven Crosby to lead the newly created Hi-Tech Business Unit. This strategic investment reflects Cumming Group’s continued commitment to strengthening its sector expertise and expandin [...]
Cumming Group merges with semiconductor advisory firm
The move, with World Wide Professional Services, comes amid a boom for semiconductor projects as public and private groups invest in the space. Dive Brief: New York City-based construction cost consultancy Cumming Group has merged with Phoenix-based semicondu [...]
WWPS Merges with Cumming Group to Form the Largest Pure-Play Service Provider in the U.S. Semiconductor Market
Local construction management and advisory firm RWBID has merged with New York-based international construction consultancy Cumming Group.
UK + Ireland Market Insights Report Q1 2025
Download our latest report as the UK and Irish construction markets navigate a turning point in 2025, our latest Inflation Report provides key insights, trends, and analysis to help you stay ahead. This issue puts a spotlight on Industrial & Logistics, ex [...]
RWBID Merges with NY-Based Firm
Local construction management and advisory firm RWBID has merged with New York-based international construction consultancy Cumming Group.
Confidential Enterprise Data Center Facility
The primary objective of this project is to build a high-capacity, robust data center that aligns with the client’s technological and operational goals. The Cumming Group team helped manage and optimize the project from an early stage, focusing on developing an overall project schedule, establishing project controls, managing procurement, and supporting the project team through critical decision-making processes.
Memo on Tariffs
Overview The pending implementation of the 2025 tariffs will present a considerable challenge to the construction industry, particularly in terms of material costs and supply chain stability. Drawing from the experiences of the 2018 Section 232 and Section 30 [...]
Vail’s Dobson Arena remodel will be the town’s most expensive project so far, but a maximum price hasn’t been finalized
The Vail Town Council on Tuesday approved an initial $366,225 for the remodel of Dobson Ice Arena, which could begin as early as April. While a final maximum price has not yet been determined on the project, which will be the town’s costliest capital project in its history, that number should be coming soon. The council is tentatively scheduled to approve that maximum price on April 15.
RWBID Construction Management Merges with Cumming Group, Strengthening Project Management Portfolio in Southern California
Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that Lafferty, a leading Irish project management company with offices in Dublin, Cork, and Galway, has joined the organization’s growing team.
Future Foundations: Retaining and Attracting Next-Gen Construction Talent
In this episode of The Construction Insiders, we take a deep dive into one of the industry’s most urgent topics: how to attract and retain the next generation of construction professionals. Host Jessica Busch sits down with Christine Mosholder, Chief Development Officer at Cumming Group, to explore why investing in team development is a strategic imperative in today’s fast-paced construction landscape.
Construction Industry Outlook: Building Momentum in 2025
The U.S. construction industry in 2024 demonstrates resilience through moderating material costs, skilled workforce growth, and diversified property sector performance.
Seismic Upgrades in Healthcare: Understanding Compliance With SB 1953 Part 1
Discover Seismic Upgrades in Healthcare: Understanding Compliance With SB 1953 Part 1
Rebuilding Homes After LA Fires Could Siphon Workers From CRE Jobs
Cumming Group, a global project management and cost consultancy, highlights how this surge in residential reconstruction is expected to strain the already limited construction workforce, potentially diverting labor from commercial projects and causing delays in the commercial real estate sector.
Balancing History and Innovation: The Art of Historic Restorations
In this episode of the Construction Insiders Podcast, host Jessica Busch sits down with Jason Zubatkin, Practice Leader of Cultural Institutions at Cumming Group, to explore the complexities of large-scale historic restorations. They discuss balancing architectural preservation with modernization, uncovering surprises in historic buildings, and leveraging innovative technologies like 3D scanning and drone surveys. Tune in to learn how careful planning and expert teams ensure the long-term success of these intricate projects.
LA Wildfires Construction Impact
Cumming Group, a global project management and cost consultancy, highlights how the Los Angeles wildfires are reshaping the construction industry, with rising costs and labor shortages expected to challenge rebuilding efforts into 2025.
Cumming Group Acquires Dublin-based Lafferty, Strengthening the Team’s Project Management Expertise Across Ireland
Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that Lafferty, a leading Irish project management company with offices in Dublin, Cork, and Galway, has joined the organization’s growing team.
Minimizing Construction Impacts During a Historic Holiday Air-Travel Season
Discover how strategic planning and communication ensure smooth travel during holiday airport construction. Lessons from JFK’s New Terminal One project.
Market Insight: 2024 Market & Pricing Review
Download our latest report to explore key trends shaping the construction landscape within the UK in 2025. This edition examines the impact of the Building Safety Act (BSA), planning approval challenges, and how contractors are adapting. Key highlights: With [...]
London Hilton on Park Lane
Cumming Group provided cost and project management for the full renovation of the London Hilton on Park Lane, a landmark hotel in London’s prestigious Mayfair district close to Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park.
Honorhealth Reaches Key Milestone in $170 Million Expansion at Deer Valley Medical Center
After months of planning, site preparation, and structural steel work, HonorHealth will be holding a topping out ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 12 to mark a major milestone in Phase Three of the highly-anticipated Deer Valley Medical Center expansion project. As part of its national healthcare platform, Cumming Group is providing owner representation, as well as design and construction management oversight, on behalf of HonorHealth for this multi-phased building program. Phase One of the ambitious $170 million project was completed earlier this year, while Phase Two is nearing its own completion.
Construction Industry Outlook: Building Momentum in 2024
The U.S. construction industry in 2024 demonstrates resilience through moderating material costs, skilled workforce growth, and diversified property sector performance.
Building for the Future: Women’s Sports Facilities and the New Era of Design and Construction
In this episode of the Construction Insiders Podcast, host Jessica Busch sits down with structural engineer Emily Carlip and Cumming Group’s project manager Molly Hayes to discuss the evolving design and construction of facilities for women's professional sports. They dive into trends like urban-centered stadiums, sustainability practices, and technology advancements that enhance the fan experience. Tune in to learn how new approaches to design are driving inclusivity, safety, and community activation in sports and entertainment venues.
BTTC Merges with Cumming Group, Expanding Cumming Group’s Infrastructure Capabilities Across the UK and North America
Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy, has merged with BTTC, a leading infrastructure consultancy specializing in rail and energy markets. This strategic move enhances Cumming Group’s expertise and growth opportunities in the infrastructure sector across the UK and Canada, aligning with its long-term diversification strategy in the built environment.
Navigating the Complexities of Large-Scale Restorations: Essential Considerations for Institutional Property Owners
Historic restoration in 2024 presents unique challenges, demanding detailed assessments, specialized teams, and precise regulatory navigation. Strategies adapt historic spaces to modern needs, ensure structural integrity, and plan long-term maintenance, preserving heritage effectively.
Texas Education Construction: Managing Growth and Opportunity
In this episode of the Construction Insiders Podcast, Jessica Busch talks with experts Von Gallagher and Steve Risser about how Texas’ rapid growth is impacting educational construction. They discuss the challenges -and opportunities - of building new K-12 schools and higher education facilities, the role of energy sector growth in rural districts, and the rise of trade schools and dual-credit programs. Learn how Texas’ economic landscape is shaping the future of education construction and workforce development.
Cumming Group Merges With CLoSE UK, Expanding Public Sector Portfolio and Government Estate Management Capabilities Throughout the UK
Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that it has merged with CLoSE UK, a leading quantity surveying advisory firm, bolstering its expertise in the United Kingdom. This strategic move significantly enhances Cumming Group’s capabilities in the public sector and facilities management market.
$50M project to double Hackensack Meridian Palisades ED underway
By Jessica Perry | October 16, 2023 Hackensack Meridian Palisades Medical Center is doubling the size of its emergency department. The hospital broke ground last week on a $50 million endeavor expand to the ED at the North Bergen hospital to 22,000 square fee [...]
Market Insight: Inflation Update & Sector Focus: Purpose-Built Student Accommodation
Download our latest report to uncover key data, trends, and insights into the current factors driving construction costs. This issue delves into the persistent challenges of material shortages, supply chain disruptions, and the rising demand for skilled labor [...]
Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center
Cumming Group supported Providence throughout its entire journey to replace the outdated hospital on the Tarzana campus, located on a bustling site near the freeway in the San Fernando Valley.
Integrated Project Delivery in Healthcare Construction: Evolving Strategies for Complex Facilities
In this episode of The Construction Insiders Podcast, host Jessica Busch explores Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) in healthcare construction, focusing on its evolution and effectiveness for complex facilities with guests Steve Howard and Michael Blasingim. The discussion covers the key aspects of IPD, including its benefits, challenges, and role in fostering collaboration among stakeholders in healthcare projects. The podcast also delves into the technological tools that facilitate IPD processes and examines future trends in the application of this delivery method for healthcare facilities.
The Evolving Landscape of Construction and Real Estate: Mid-2024 Outlook
As we approach the midpoint of 2024, the construction and real estate industries continue to navigate economic realignment. Now in its fourth year, this transformation has brought both challenges and opportunities, reshaping various sectors in unexpected ways
Expert Move Management Services for RTI International
Discover how Cumming Group's move management services transformed RTI International's workspace at Research Triangle Park, enhancing their capabilities and meeting tight deadlines.
Project Management Team Continues Expansion as Specialized Approach Fuels Growth Throughout Texas
Cumming Group acquires Gallagher Construction Company, enhancing its K-12 construction management capabilities in Texas, bolstering local expertise and service breadth.
Snoqualmie Casino Expansion
Discover how the Snoqualmie Casino Expansion is transforming the venue into a top-tier entertainment and hospitality destination. Learn about the construction and innovative management strategies.
Cumming Group Moves up 4 spots to #10 on ENR’s annual Ranking
July 1, 2024 | By Emell Adolphus and Jonathan Keller In response to ongoing labor challenges across the AEC industry, ENR Top 100 Professional Services Firms are reconfiguring operations to recruit helping hands where they need it most. Yet amid higher constr [...]
Integrating New Tools and Technologies in Healthcare Construction Projects
Integrating new technologies in healthcare requires comprehensive staff training and clear leadership expectations to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and drive innovation within healthcare organizations.
Cumming Group Picks Gavin Middleton and Christine Mosholder for Top Posts
June 28, 2024 | By Abigail Nehring Construction consulting giant Cumming Group has picked two of its own for top leadership positions, Commercial Observer has learned. Cumming promoted Gavin Middleton to chief operating officer and Christine Mosholder to beco [...]
State of the Company: 2024 Update
Cumming Group: An Industry Leader in Project and Cost Consulting Since its founding in 1996 by Finlay Cumming, Cumming Group has steadily built its reputation as one of the most trusted and respected project and cost consultants in the construction industry. H [...]
Navigating the Complexities of Today’s Construction Market: Challenges, Opportunities, and Strategic Insights
Explore the 2024 U.S. construction market trends. Learn about overcoming high interest rates, labor shortages, and regional disparities with innovative solutions and strategic insights.
TERO Program Benefits: Building Success in Tribal Gaming Construction Projects
Tribal gaming projects are a significant driver of economic development for many tribal communities. But beyond the immediate financial benefits, these projects can also play a crucial role in empowering tribal members and fostering a stronger sense of community. This is where Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO) programs come in.
Investing in Luxury Hospitality: Insights from Industry Leaders
Join us as Nicky Unkles and Sabrina Gleizer delve into the intricacies of luxury hospitality markets. From the regulatory landscape in New York to the demand-driven growth in South Florida, the business-friendly environment in Texas, and the challenges of building in Los Angeles, this episode offers valuable insights into the world of high-end real estate investments. Nicky and Sabrina share their expertise on navigating these markets, optimizing project efficiency, and meeting the expectations of discerning luxury consumers. Whether you're an investor or just interested in luxury real estate, this episode is packed with expert advice and industry knowledge.
Vail’s big remodel of Dobson Arena is back on track
After returning to the drawing board, Vail’s remodel of Dobson Ice Arena is back on track and within budget. At its Tuesday, June 4, meeting, the Vail Town Council and Vail Recreation District board agreed on a program for the remodel, kicking the project into its next phase
Design Work Wrapped for Deschutes County Courthouse Expansion
LRS Architects announced that it has completed the design work for Deschutes County Courthouse Expansion located at 1100 NW Bond Street in Bend.
Market Insight: Inflation Update & Hospitality Focus
Download our latest Inflation report, giving you a selection of key data, trends and insights into how inflation has impacted our industry. For this issue we have an additional focus on Hospitality and the current trends within the hotel guestroom fit-out mar [...]
Raleigh to Start Construction on Convention Center Expansion
The city of Raleigh, N.C., is ready to break ground on the $387.5 million expansion of its Raleigh Convention Center that will add 300,000 sf to the facility, bringing its total to 800,000 sf.
Navigating Contracts, Risk, and Litigation in the Construction Industry
In this episode of Construction Insiders, host Jessica Busch delves into the evolving landscape of contracts, risk, and litigation in the construction industry with experts Allison Hunt and Sonny Jester. The discussion focuses on today’s market environment, material cost escalation, and innovative approaches to contract structuring and risk management.
Raleigh Convention Center Expansion Project Poised to Break Ground
“Cumming Group is honored to provide project management and cost management services for the Raleigh Convention Center expansion – helping to elevate Raleigh as a leading entertainment and meeting destination. This expansion will address the growing demand from our community for larger, more versatile event spaces, and will ensure that the Convention Center continues to serve as a cornerstone of our city’s cultural and economic growth,” said Chris Whitley Jr., vice president, Cumming Group.
Cumming Group Is Joined by Los Angeles-Based Development Consultants the Ridgway Group, Elevating the Company’s Expertise in the Nuanced Luxury Retail and Hospitality Space GalleryCumming Group Is Joined by Los Angeles-Based Development Consultants the Ridgway Group, Elevating the Company’s Expertise in the Nuanced Luxury Retail and Hospitality Space
Cumming Group Is Joined by Los Angeles-Based Development Consultants the Ridgway Group, Elevating the Company’s Expertise in the Nuanced Luxury Retail and Hospitality Space
Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced the addition of The Ridgway Group as its newest affiliate, expanding and enhancing the firm’s capabilities in the luxury market by joining forces with an esteemed project and cost management professional services firm.
Lehrer Cumming, PCM, Nova Partners, and RGMK Are Now Cumming Group
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 [...]
Thinking Ahead for Smart Bond Planning
With numerous school construction bond elections looming across the country, the groundwork for a successful program begins well before the ballots are cast. Initiating a bond election…
Cumming Group named Sports Authority representative for Tennessee Titans stadium construction
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...
Market Analysis: Navigating 2024
Cumming Group analyzes 2024's construction industry trends, highlighting modest growth amid labor shortages and supply chain challenges, yet identifying emerging opportunities.
2024 Market Update: Inflation on Construction Materials
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 [...]
La Terra Fina Manufacturing
Cumming Group spearheaded the expansion of La Terra Fina's manufacturing facilities, optimizing space and efficiency to meet growing production demands.
New York City-based Zubatkin Owner Representation Joins Cumming Group
Cumming Group is pleased to announce its merger with Zubatkin Owner Representation (Zubatkin). The addition of Zubatkin will expand Cumming Group’s New York…
Life Cycle Costing Training
On Tuesday 9th January 2024, our Manchester and Stoke offices held an insightful open forum discussion and training session on Life Cycle Costing (LCC), exploring how this process can unlock avenues to realistic targets tailored to meet each client's needs. L [...]
Emerging from a Recent Pullback, Life Sciences Has a Pulse
There are early signs of recovery within the life sciences environment following a recent investment slowdown as venture capital is re-emerging, tenants are…
LA CRE Pros Eagerly Await 2024, Hope For Lower Interest Rates, Distressed Opportunities
After the year commercial real estate has had, many Los Angeles-area CRE pros are eager to leave 2023 behind. For industry professionals who…
Market Update: Inflation on Construction Materials
Our predictions on inflation for 2023 have already been realised across most materials, with further inflation expected. Driving pressures in procurement and contracting continue to be a key consideration for most clients Contractors are busy but taking a mor [...]
What Owners & Developers of Light Industrial Facilities Must Consider When Establishing U.S. Plants
According to a recent analysis by PWC, a confluence of factors including geopolitical instability, ongoing supply chain issues...
Can Vail keep the Dobson remodel within its $55 million budget?
The town of Vail is forging ahead with its plans to redevelop Dobson Ice Arena. At its Tuesday, Dec. 5 meeting, the Vail…
New student services buildings at MVHS, LAHS finally unveiled
After nearly five years in the making, Mountain View Los Altos High School District administrators celebrated the completion of two new, state-of-the-art student…
A Balancing Act in the Life Sciences Sector
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.
Civil Work, Sustainability Lead Seattle Construction Market
David D’Hondt has seen for himself the ups and down of Seattle’s construction market. The executive vice president of Associated General Contractors of…
Northglenn Tops Its New City Hall
Northglenn City Council and project teams gathered Nov. 13 to mark the last beam placed atop the future city hall. The topping-out ceremony is…
Children’s Classic at Perry Park
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
AIA California Healthcare Forum
Description Cumming Group is proud to sponsor the annual AIA California Healthcare Facilities Forum. Speakers include healthcare experts from the Hospital Association of Southern California, CannonDesign, UCI Health, Sutter Health System, Kaiser Permanente [...]
Breaking Ground on Hope: Cumming Group Kicks Off Work at New Affordable Housing Community
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 [...]
BioHouston Annual Texas Life Science Forum
Description The BioHouston Annual Texas Life Science Forum is co-hosted by BioHouston and Rice Alliance. It is the premier life science and healthtech event in Texas that brings together emerging life science companies, academic professionals, and investor [...]
ABA Fall Meeting
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 [...]
ULI Fall Session
Description The ULI Fall Meeting sets the global stage for real estate, connecting thousands of cross-disciplinary land use professionals from around the world. Over the course of 4 days, you’ll have the chance to engage with influential decision-makers an [...]
Construction Management Association of America Conference
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 [...]
CoreNet Global Summit, Denver
Description Our Cumming Group team will be joining hundreds of corporate real estate professionals at the CoreNet Global Summit in Denver, CO. We're looking forward to adapting our perspective as we zoom out and shine a light on assumptions that may not be [...]
Sphere at The Venetian Resort
Project Overview Cumming Group served as commercial manager for MSG Las Vegas, LLC and provided cost management and estimating services for the Sphere at The Venetian Resort, a music and entertainment arena near the Las Vegas Strip. Upon completion in 2023, [...]
Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo
Description Our healthcare team is looking forward to attending the Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo in September where we'll discuss the latest challenges and learn the top trends facing the healthcare industry. With 60 sessions and three keynotes [...]
Building the Digital Frontier: Navigating AI and Technology in the Construction Industry
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
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 [...]
Snoqualmie Golf Tournament
Description Cumming Group is delighted to be the sponsor of this year's Annual Golf Tournament at The Club at Newcastle on August 15, benefiting our client, Snoqualmie Casino. The tournament directly supports the Snoqualmie Tribe Ancestral Lands Movement, [...]
Cumming Group Announces PCM Acquisition, Expanding Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities
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.
The Lodging Conference
Description The Lodging Conference is one of the leading hotel industry events in the world. Over the past 28 years, tens of thousands of high-powered hotel owners and executives from around the globe have participated. This event brings together the hotel [...]
17th Annual Healthcare Design and Construction Symposium
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
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. [...]
University of Portland Golf Tournament
Description 2023 University of Portland Pilots Invitational Golf Tournament The University of Portland Athletics Department invites you to the 2023 Portland Pilots Invitational which will be held on Monday, July 31st at 12pm at the Columbia Edgewater Count [...]
Craig Hospital Sanctuary Golf Tournament
Description We're excited to participate in the 26th annual golf fundraiser and tournament supporting Craig Hospital patients and programs. REGISTER TODAY Date July 17, 2023 Location Sanctuary Golf Course, 7549 Daniels Park Rd, Sedalia, CO 80 [...]
Soho House Nashville
Cumming Group expertly managed the Soho House Nashville project, transforming a historic sock factory into a chic hotel and club, blending local heritage with modern luxury.
3rd Annual CABSE Institute
Description CABSE leverages formal and informal partnerships and provides professional development to improve education practices, policy innovation and leadership development in the context of achieving equity in education for black students. This flagshi [...]
Soho House Nashville
Project Overview Project Overview Cumming served as the development manager for AJ Capital Partners and provided project management services for the 97,000 -sq.-ft. development located in the art hub of Wedgeood Houston in Nashville, TN. The project include [...]
Dallas-based Gallagher Construction Management Firm joins growing international consultancy as firm continues national expansion
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
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
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
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.
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
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 [...]
Bay Area Council Pacific Summit
Description Bay Area Council presents the 2023 Pacific Summit presented by Kaiser Permanente, followed by a reception from 5-6 p.m. The Pacific Summit, which will be held aboard our floating HQ the Klamath in San Francisco, is the Council’s annual major th [...]
Regional Differences in K-12 Project Delivery
Through all the recent ups and downs of the economy, the K-12 sector has continued to provide significant opportunities for the construction industry, with billions of dollars put towards school construction and renovation projects.
Escalation Update
Explore the factors influencing construction escalation in 2023, including material and labor costs, non-residential construction growth, and the impact of supply chain disruptions. Learn about mitigation strategies to navigate these challenges in the industry.
Northglenn City Hall in Colorado will be the State’s First Municipal Core Green Building
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’
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
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
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
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 [...]
My Green Building Conference + Expo
MyGBCE is the largest and longest-running gathering for green building and sustainability advocates in Southern California and is hosted by the U.S. Green Building Council – Los Angeles
ULI Spring Meeting 2023
Description Urban Land Institute (ULI) Spring Session is one of the largest gatherings for cross-disciplinary real estate professionals which explores how trends in new technology and changing consumer demands, shifting economic conditions, and government [...]
BOMA International’s Medical Office Buildings + Healthcare Real Estate Conference
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
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, [...]
ABA Vancouver Meeting April 2023
Description Join us in Vancouver as we focus on key trends in construction law, alternatives for dispute resolution, the implications of big data on construction claims, trends in construction insurance and bonding, the future of P3s, as well as trends in [...]
Changing Tides in the Life Sciences Sector
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!
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 [...]
High-end community to rebuild clubhouse post-Ian
By Mark Gordon | April 18, 2023 The Port Royal Club, one of the priciest communities in the region — the average home price is more than $16 million — is moving forward with a repair and renovation project of its clubhouse post-Hurricane Ian. Lehrer Cumming, [...]
April 2023 Commodity Report
Stay ahead of the game when it comes to commodities with our latest April report. Get in-depth analysis and predictions on copper, PVC, and energy materials. Get up-to-date market prices and future trends to make sure you have the essentials you need to know today.
CASBO – California School Business Expo
Description For more than 90 years, CASBO has been uniting school business leaders to help hone skills, advance careers and build networks. With 90 in-depth professional development sessions presented by state and national experts, this conference includes [...]
Examining the K-12 Sector
In this episode, two of Cumming Group’s leading educational experts, Jeff Holstein and Kunal Shah, discuss some of the similarities and glaring regional differences across the K-12 sector, and how their approach has changed due to today’s build environment.
March 2023 Commodity Report
Stay ahead of the game when it comes to commodities with our latest March report. Get in-depth analysis and predictions on lumber, steel, and cement and concrete materials. Get up-to-date market prices and future trends to make sure you have the essentials you need to know today.
Miami-Based Amicon Management to Join Growing International Construction Consultancy Cumming Group as the Firm Continues National Expansion
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
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
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
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 [...]
ASHE PDC Summit
Description The PDC Summit brings together professionals working in all disciplines of healthcare planning, design, and construction to learn and discover ways to create value for the healthcare-built environment. Industry peers from every stage of their [...]
Clerkenwell hub by Premier Inn has now been successfully completed
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 [...]
February 2023 Commodity Report
Stay ahead of the game when it comes to commodities with our latest February report. Get in-depth analysis and predictions on copper, PVC, and energy materials. Get up-to-date market prices and future trends to make sure you have the essentials you need to know today.
How New Infrastructure Funding is Impacting Aviation Project Development
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 [...]
ISPE Rocky Mountain Chapter Annual Vendor Show
Description ISPE is a global industry leader that provides solutions to complex pharmaceutical industry challenges through manufacturing innovation, member and workforce development, as well as technical, regulatory, and compliance collaboration. We’re e [...]
ABA Midwinter Meeting
Description Join us for “Old World Meets New World: New Solutions to Timeless Problems.” This program will cover a broad spectrum of topics that appeal to both litigation and transactional practices of all experience levels. Whether you are a seasoned or [...]
2023 Campus Forward Award Honors Cumming’s Recruiting Efforts
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
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
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. [...]
CASH 44th Annual Conference on School Facilities
Description The Annual Conference on School Facilities is the organization’s premier event and draws more than 2,000 school facility professionals from around the state. Attendees will find a wealth of education on a myriad of topics for expert and novic [...]
BEHIND THE CURTAIN – A look into how the new, $22M Diamond Head Theatre came to be
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
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
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 [...]
Healthcare Project Delivery Conference
Description Many healthcare providers are evaluating new approaches to project delivery as they face challenges in finding ways to upgrade existing facilities and deliver major expansions. Learn how providers are overcoming resource constraints on their [...]
2023 ALIS Conference
Description It’s hard to believe that it’s been a year since we’ve been together. We can’t wait to catch up and share a few of our project milestones, update you on our new capabilities and resources, and learn all about what you’ve been up to! We will b [...]
Steel Prices
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.
Today’s Impact on Higher Education Construction
Construction in the higher education sector continues to evolve. In our latest podcast, two of our experts discuss building trends they’ve witnessed on various campuses throughout the southeast.
Education construction specialists RGMK merging with the Cumming Group
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 [...]
ICSC+CENTERBUILD
Description ICSC+CENTERBUILD, the premier event for retail and real estate professionals, is dedicated to planning, developing, designing and constructing shopping centers, retail stores and retail-focused developments. This year’s program will focus on hel [...]
Pandemic-Era Construction Pricing Challenges ‘Far from Over’
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 Justi [...]
IAAPA Expo Orlando 2022
Description Fueled by a passion for fun, IAAPA Expo allows you to explore the thrills of the amusement industry. Cumming is excited to join with thousands of other professionals from the world’s most respected theme parks, family entertainment centers, zoos [...]
ULI Dallas Fall Meeting 2022
Description Make connections. Share ideas. Get inspired. Harness the power of leading minds from every corner of real estate. This engaging event brings together thousands of leaders from every sector of the real estate industry across the globe. Build your [...]
Treating the Pandemic’s Shadow: How will the Future of California Health Policy affect Healthcare Design & Construction?
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
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
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
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.
AIA California Healthcare Facilities Forum Podcast Series
Listen to Cumming’s healthcare expert, Bill Foulkes, and leaders from California’s leading healthcare institutions explore the biggest industry shifts affecting healthcare facility design & construction
LOC Conference
Description LOC's premier event, the Annual Fall Conference is the largest gathering of municipal officials each year in Oregon. The program includes 30+ breakout sessions, day-long seminars, workshops, tours, 60+ vendor trade show and plenty of time for ne [...]
A singular home for a Wilsonville city department
September 14, 2022 For Wilsonville Public Works, it’s all coming together. Construction of a new complex will allow the city of Wilsonville to consolidate its Public Works Department. Scott Edwards Architecture designed the multibuilding campus, and general c [...]
SCUP North Central Regional Conference
Description Throughout the volatile and disruptive events of the past two years, higher education institutions have been rethinking how they provide support for their changing communities. The SCUP 2022 North Central Regional Conference will provide plannin [...]
ABA Forum on Construction Law
Description The meeting is titled “Building The Next Generation: Learning From The Past” and will advance the Forum’s mission of building the best construction lawyers. The program will enable attendees to learn from the past experiences and hard-earned wis [...]
The Lodging Conference
Description The Lodging Conference is one of the leading hotel industry events in the world. Over the past 27 years, tens of thousands of high-powered hotel owners and executives from around the globe have participated. This event brings together the hot [...]
Stoney Field renovations complete in time for 2022-2023 school year
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
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 [...]
Chicago Build 2022
Description Chicago Build is the leading and largest construction show for the Midwest. It is attended by thousands of visitors from contractors, architects, civil engineers, developers, government professionals, realtors, construction experts, and more! Th [...]
29th Annual CCFC Conference
Description The Community College Facility Coalition provides education, resources, and networking opportunities to help meet community college facility needs. CCFC members are the first to receive updates and critical information about opportunities for co [...]
How a recession may change employment outlook for labor-starved construction sector
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 [...]
Dr. Dre speaks at Compton High School’s $200M campus groundbreaking: ‘This city is special’
Construction has officially begun on Compton High School's new $200 million campus.
TSK Celebrates O’Brien Middle School Redesign Ribbon Cutting in Partnership With Cumming Group
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
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 [...]
Contracts and Risk Mitigation in Today’s Changing Construction Landscape
In this conversation, our team provides tips and tricks for thoroughly reviewing your construction project's contract language. We explain the best ways to ensure your contract protects you, the owner.
Friend Health’s Woodlawn Center Opens This Month, Bringing Family, Behavioral, Women’s Health To ‘Underserved’ Area
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 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 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 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 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 [...]
2nd Annual CABSE Institute
Description CABSE (California Association of Black School Educators) Institute will focus on Blueprint sub-strategies of addressing implicit bias and utilizing promising programs and practices, with a specific focus on addressing the systematic de-education [...]
Children’s Classic Honoree
Children like Maddy are the reason Cumming sponsors the annual Project One Foundation Children’s Classic that benefits Children’s Hospital Colorado. She is this year’s guest of honor and one of the hospital’s Patient Ambassadors. Madelyn was diagnosed with Re [...]
New Rehabilitation Hospital Opens In Tustin
June 2, 2022 By Andy Nguyen The Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tustin features 65 private rooms, two therapy gyms and a full-service kitchen. TUSTIN, CA — Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tustin opened its doors to patients in early Ma [...]
PGE state-of-the art Integrated Operations Center opens in Tualatin
The Tualatin building is designed to streamline operations and protect against manmade and natural disasters.
Designing Offices Post-Covid to Meet the Remote-Working Trend
In this paper, Research Analyst Drew Lantz discusses how offices will look and function in the future and how this may affect design trends.
Charleston’s African American Museum may open in early 2023 instead of late ’22
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.
5th Annual Chip in Fore Lutheran Golf Tournament
Description Cumming’s Colorado team is pleased to be sponsoring SCL Health’s 5th Annual Chip in Fore Lutheran golf tournament at Lakewood Country Club. Funds raised at the event will support the new replacement Lutheran Medical Center in Wheat Ridge, Colora [...]
Seattle airport goes green with stunning timber expansion
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
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 [...]
Zinc Price Updates
Zinc prices reached their highest levels ever recorded in the days following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. While neither country produces a substantial amount of zinc (which is largely used in the construction industry to galvanize metals), Russia in particular is a significant supplier of oil and gas.
Blackstone Plants Its Flag in Boulder, Colo., an Emerging Biotech Hub
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.
WSSHE Spring Symposium
Description The Annual Washington State Society of Healthcare Engineering Symposium is designed to provide practical and timely information for health care facility management/ line staff, architects, engineers and contractors. Click for Event Website Dat [...]
ULI Spring Meeting 2022
Description The Spring Meeting is an annual gathering that is held exclusively for ULI Full Members. The Spring Meeting is an opportunity to meet and interact with your peers, hear from world-class speakers, and gain insights into the most pressing issues a [...]
Update on Lumber
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.
CASBO – California School Business Expo
Description For more than 90 years, CASBO has been uniting school business leaders to help hone skills, advance careers and build networks. With 90 in-depth professional development sessions presented by state and national experts, this conference includes [...]
After three years, the Battle of the Biotech Bands is returning
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.
Update on the Russia-Ukraine War
An old joke among economists says that the four most dangerous words in the English language are, “This time is different.” But the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is the first of its kind, where troop movements are broadcast on social media and sanctions are deployed on such a scale.
OLCC to leave Portland for new headquarters in nearby town
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.
Aluminum Update
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
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 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 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 [...]
Journey to Net Zero
From countries to companies to individuals, tackling climate change is at the top of the agenda, even if it felt a bit less important during the COVID-19 pandemic. For many, the main strategy for achieving success in the fight against climate change is to nose-dive straight into the journey to net zero by 2050.
Soho House Nashville opens in Music City hosiery factory
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.
Cement & Concrete Updates
We believe that rising input costs will drive prices up both for cement and concrete in early 2022. The rising energy prices and seasonal factors could explain the price increase in the first half of 2022, before price escalation slows as energy costs recede.
Setbacks unlikely to stop commercial construction boom in DFW
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
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.
Sector Focus: Life Science Development Boom
Senior Vice President Christine Mosholder, discusses the recent Life Sciences development boom, including the latest trends, new build approaches, the evolution of the modern lab space, and the utilization of technology to make sure facilities meet today’s changing demands.
CASH 43rd Annual Conference On School Facilities
Description The Annual Conference on School Facilities is the organization's premier event and draws more than 2,000 school facility professionals from around the state. Attendees will find a wealth of education on a myriad of topics for expert and novice s [...]
U.S. Construction Market Overview
Christine Mosholder January 25, 2022 While the last several months have continued to keep us on our toes as an industry, the one question that keeps getting asked is, “When will construction return to normal?” Thankfully, the past few months seem to have prov [...]
Seattle-based global construction consultancy names new board chairman
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
U.S. Construction Market Recap for 2021
In this paper, authors Xinyao Wang and Dan Pomfrett take a look back at the key trends that shaped the construction industry in 2021, and what we can expect of these trends going forward.
Oregon City completes construction of $12.8M Operations Center
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 [...]
We’re Headed to ALIS
Description For 20 years, ALIS has delivered an unrivaled combination of compelling content, top-tier delegates, and extraordinary networking opportunities, making it the leading and largest hotel investment conference in the world. Atendees Aggie Zamir, [...]
Vail Health Expansion and Renovation
Project Overview Cumming’s Role Our first assignment was to provide budget assessments on the initial West Wing expansion project, but the scope of our role soon grew to include a full evaluation of the project, then of the entire program. We eventually pro [...]
Dr. Hisham Mahmoud Appointed Chairman of the Board of Cumming Group
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 [...]
Chicago Construction Market Recap
Final figures are still coming in for many indicators, but things seem to be looking up in the Windy City. The local economy made gains throughout the year, with unemployment decreasing steadily each month.
What is ESG Performance and Why is it Important?
Impacted in 2021 by climate change, loss of biodiversity, racial inequality, poor working conditions, and finally by COVID-19, industries and companies of all shapes and sizes are taking a closer look at the way they conduct the future of their business.
Seattle Team Has A New Address To Call Home
By Jessica Busch, Director of Public Relations Jan 3, 2022 Kicking off the new year with a bang, Cumming's Seattle team will be moving into a new and much larger office space that is well-appointed to serve as the international firm's North American Headquart [...]
Breaking Down COP26
While COP26 may be a familiar term to some readers, it might not be recognizable to all. Luckily, here at Cumming our Sustainability & Energy Solutions team has many years of experience in all matters related to COP26.
Cumming Opens a New Office in Washington
By Jessica Busch, Director of Public Relations Nov 30, 2021 Our Washington, D.C. office is moving! In our latest Cumming Insights Regional Report, we shared that the residential sector is the fastest-growing segment of the Washington, D.C. market. Well, Cummi [...]
Construction Labor Market Outlook
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
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
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.
How CalSHAPE Affects Your K-12 School
The State of California is providing resources to improve the health of all public K-12 students and ensure they have a healthy environment in which to learn, play, and grow.
Renovation of Two Local Theaters Now Complete
By Mile High CRE November 18, 2021 After successfully navigating an unprecedented couple of years and a construction market significantly disrupted by COVID-19, Cumming, an international construction consultancy, and its regional team, has turned the Wolf and [...]
Cumming Group Announces Growth Partnership with New Mountain Capital
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
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
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.
High Demand Bolsters Construction
By Ray Huard October 29, 2021 Construction of new apartment and condominium projects in San Diego combined with high demand for home renovations has bolstered the building industry throughout the COVID pandemic. That was among the findings of a recent report [...]
Northglenn Recreation Center is Ready for Action
By Jessica Busch October 21, 2021 Cumming Group has completed the renovation and expansion of a new 87,000-square-foot multi-purpose facility for the City of Northglenn in Colorado. The much-needed center became home to the City's recreation and culture progr [...]
Post-COVID Lead Times
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
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.
IAAPA Expo Orlando 2021
Description IAAPA Expo combines new products, cutting-edge services, powerful education sessions with industry experts, and impactful networking opportunities in one exciting event. Everything you need to know about the future of parks and attractions will [...]
The Ritz-Carlton South Beach
Project Overview Cumming’s Role Cumming provided project management, cost management, design management, FF&E coordination, permit expediting, and insurance dispute resolution services for the full storm recovery renovation of the exterior facade, ballr [...]
The Higher Education Sector
In this paper, Research Analyst Xinyao Wang takes a detailed look at how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the higher education construction market, discusses some of the lessons we can learn from the past 18 months, and highlights a few of the trends we can expect to see in this sector going forward.
Not Your Parents’ Las Vegas
Cumming’s first truly major project came in 1997, when we provided cost services in support of the new $760 million Paris Las Vegas, a hotel and casino resort with a thematic style echoing the city of Paris.
Dublin-Based Scollard Doyle Merges With Cumming
By Jessica Busch September 10, 2021 Cumming, an international project management and cost consultancy, has announced its merger with Dublin-based Scollard Doyle. In adding one of Ireland’s leading independent cost and project management companies, Cumming con [...]
International Construction Consultancy Announces The Merger Of Dublin-Based Scollard Doyle
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
Zinc Pricing Updates
Because the vast majority of zinc comes from a handful of countries, the market can be quite volatile. Things like a presidential election in Peru, a push for green energy in China, or a shortage of shipping containers in Australia can destabilize prices.
A Macroeconomic Analysis of Commodity Prices During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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.
ABA Forum on Construction Law 2021 Fall Meeting
Description Focused entirely on project management, the Fall ABA Meeting will explore key elements of successful projects - large and small - from the perspective of all stakeholders in the design and construction dialogue. From there, we will examine the e [...]
Cumming’s Lisa Sachs Named CMAA’s 2021 Person of the Year
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 [...]
The Lodging Conference
Description The Lodging Conference is one of the top hotel industry events in the world. Over the past 25 years, tens of thousands of high-powered hotel owners and executives from around the globe have participated, bringing together the hotel industry's mo [...]
‘Explosive economy:’ Orlando ranks No. 2 city for construction businesses
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 [...]
Cumming Opens a New Office in Colorado
By Jessica Busch, Director of Public Relations Sep 2, 2021 With projects still booming in Colorado's busy Mountain Region, Cumming’s Denver-based team opened a new office in Avon earlier this month, providing dedicated onsite support to numerous ongoing assig [...]
As lumber prices fall, labor shortages remain a construction dilemma
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 [...]
Beam Therapeutics IWMS (iOffice) Implementation
Project Overview Cumming’s Role IWMS Implementation Partner & Project Management Fort Point, a Cumming company, is a channel partner with iOffice, meaning we can sell and implement their software to clients, while working with our iOffice contacts to cus [...]
Economic Development: Groundbreaking in Scappoose
The Chronicle Aug 18, 2021 A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 19, for the Additive Building on the Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center Research and Development (OMIC R&D) campus in Scappose. PlanB Consultancy, a division of Cummi [...]
Steel Price Updates
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
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
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 [...]
PJ Cleary
Seattle, Washington
Thompson Hollywood Debuts In The Heart Of Los Angeles
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 [...]
2021 Kansas City Sports & Sustainability Symposium
Description The Kansas City Sports & Sustainability Symposium at the Kansas City Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium will convene regional professional and collegiate sports teams and venues, concessionaires, business and public leaders, and athletes to explore h [...]
Top 5 Cities For Construction Workers In 2021
Thomas O'Shaughnessy - BUILDER contributor August 6, 2021 In spite of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. construction industry is coming back strong this year. Just 96,000 building permits were issued in April 2020—a five-year low. In contrast, an average of 135, [...]
The Continuing Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Global Supply Chain
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.
Pete Matthews
Seattle, Washington
Matt Murphy, Co-op
Seattle, Washington
Luke Picotte
Seattle, Washington
Ashley Coy
Seattle, Washington
Performing As-Built Documentation Reviews and Field Audits to Prevent Downtime in Data Center Facilities
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.
Oliver Steeves
Seattle, Washington
Emily Goldberg
Cost Manager / New York, NY Ever since I joined Cumming in 2018, I have been mentored and supported in my role, which has helped me grow exponentially. The company’s entrepreneurial nature and sense of community make its culture one that motivates team me [...]
Rob Magnano
Seattle, Washington
Ashley Gafar
Seattle, Washington
Carlye Cunningham
Seattle, Washington
Ben Dunn
Seattle, Washington
America’s Lodging Investment Summit
Description For 20 years, ALIS has delivered an unrivaled combination of compelling content, top-tier delegates, and extraordinary networking opportunities. Nearly 3100 delegates attended the 2020 ALIS conference, making it the leading and largest hotel inv [...]
2021 Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention
Description As the longest running gaming tradeshow in history, the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention delivers the insight and strategies you need to rise to the top of the competitive gaming industry landscape. Meet industry leaders, access cutting- [...]
Construction complete on new HQ for Beyond Meat, L’Oréal USA
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
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
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 [...]
Construction Consultancy Announces Merger
High Profile May 26, 2021 Boston – Cumming, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that Boston-based Fort Point Project Management has merged with the firm to expand its life sciences capabilities nationwide. By adding one of Bosto [...]
These are FDOT’s biggest roadway projects slated for Lake County
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
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 [...]
Lumber Price Updates
As of early June, the first nearby expiration for Western Spruce-Pine-Fir on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (delivery in mid-July) is showing some clear choppiness in the softwood price. While it has had a downward trajectory since mid-May, there has been high volatility as well.
Concrete Price Updates
This year, the prices for cement are expected to increase by 3.2%, partially making up for the weak price growth of 2020. Producers have noted increases so far this year in various regions and hope to gain further traction after the COVID-19 pandemic stymied price increases last year.
The Merging of Three Complementary Brands
Jul 1, 2021 After a strategic transitional period, UK property and construction consultants Prosurv, MHBC Cumming, and TowerEight are now joining forces under the unified Cumming Group brand. The newly combined UK team, with its head office located in London, [...]
Virtual Luncheon – Can Chicago Afford To Build?
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
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 [...]
How to Turn Your AI/BI into a Reality
Description Although AI/BI is on almost every AEC organization's "to-do list," knowing where to start, let alone how to leverage data wranglers, enterprise architects, data scientists, and AI experts can seem like an unattainable goal. This webinar will exp [...]
GeneThera Enters Into A Collaboration Agreement With An International Construction Advisor Company To Build A Network Of Zoonotic Diseases Laboratory Facilities GalleryGeneThera Enters Into A Collaboration Agreement With An International Construction Advisor Company To Build A Network Of Zoonotic Diseases Laboratory Facilities
GeneThera Enters Into A Collaboration Agreement With An International Construction Advisor Company To Build A Network Of Zoonotic Diseases Laboratory Facilities
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
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 [...]
SJSU Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center
Project Overview Cumming’s Role Cumming served as the owner’s representative for the new Spartan Recreation Center at San Jose State University. The Purpose Of This Project Previously, San Jose State University (SJSU) had both an aquatic center and a recrea [...]
Anaheim High School Aquatics Center
Project Overview Cumming’s Role Cumming provided program management, construction management, project controls, and financial management services for this project, which utilized the lease-leaseback delivery method. The Purpose Of This Project The Anaheim H [...]
Construction in LA to Tick Up 2.9 Percent This Year
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
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?
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
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 [...]
Introduction to HVAC Systems (1 LU)
Learning Units: 1 LU About this Course This course is developed for architects and other industry professionals with a non-MEP background. In this course, we will review important HVAC definitions and concepts and learn more about the refrigeration cycle [...]
Global construction consultant moves headquarters to Seattle
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 [...]
Quarterly Construction Market Analysis (1 LU)
Learning Units: 1 LU About this Course This course will help you understand how to interpret and apply construction market data, including national indicators, credit markets, global markets, labor trends, material trends, volume, and activity. In additi [...]
Cost Approaches in the US and UK (1 LU)
Learning Units: 1 LU About this Course In this course, we discuss the differences between the US model for cost estimating and the UK model for quantity surveying. After providing insight into the history and training approaches of the different models, [...]
Benchmarking (1 LU)
Learning Units: 1 LU About this Course This course provides an overview of benchmarking and its benefits across all aspects of a construction project. Our discussion will include an initial look at benchmarking principles and how benchmarking and its use [...]
Approach to Unit Pricing (1 LU)
Learning Units: 1 LU About this Course This course provides an overview of the approach to unit pricing from first principles. Starting with market intelligence and analytics, we will discuss each stage of the process in rate building, from understanding [...]
Exclusive: Seattle firm Cumming acquires Portland-based Inici Group
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 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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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 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 [...]
The Future of the Hospitality Market
In this white paper, Cumming Vice Presidents Dan Pomfrett and Graham Flight take a detailed look at how various aspects of the hospitality market have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and what the future may hold.
Best New Hotel (2020) Grand Hyatt Nashville named Best New Hotel
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
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
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
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 [...]
805 Lea tops out in SoBro
By Drew Hutchinson – Reporter, Nashville Business Journal As of this week, one of Nashville’s most anticipated downtown projects has topped out. 805 Lea, a more than half-a-million-square-foot residential tower coming to SoBro late next year, is standing at it [...]
Innovation Through Engineering: Improving Healthcare Building Systems
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
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 [...]
Diamond Head Theatre redevelopment begins
By Andrew Gomes Nov. 10, 2020 The final curtain is expected to fall at the 87-year-old Diamond Head Theatre building in 2022 with construction now underway on a new venue. Operators of the facility last week began work to build a modern new home for what is re [...]
The Role of a Program Management Office in Project Portfolio Success
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
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
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.
Southern California Facilities Expo
Description We are excited to announce that we will be combining our Northern California and Southern California Events into a mega, virtual event on November 18 & 19, 2020. The virtual expo will include on-demand conference sessions, virtual exhibit ha [...]
10 development projects reshaping downtown Nashville
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
ENR Midwest Selects 32 Best Project Winners for 2020
September 12, 2020 Jeff Yoders ENR Midwest's judges carefully curated a list of 112 high-quality entries and returned just 32 winning entries for this year's ENR Midwest Best Projects. The winners will be featured in-depth in the November edition of ENR Midwes [...]
Best Projects 2020: ENR New York’s Winners Unveiled
August 26, 2020 Eydie Cubarrubia ENR New York's annual Best Projects contest received 65 entries this year. Impressively, some contestants managed to complete while also dealing with COVID-19-spurred closures of non-essential construction sites in New York and [...]
ENR CA Announces 2020 Regional Best Project Winners
July 17, 2020 Erica Berardi ENR California is pleased to announce the 2020 Regional Best Projects winners! So far in ENR’s annual regional contest, ENR California’s judges have awarded over 45 honors for the region. Thanks to the large number of entries, we di [...]
Construction and Infrastructure
Description Governments have put high hopes on the construction and infrastructure sectors to pull us out of the economic downturn. What impact have government stimulus programs had on the sectors and what can we expect over the next few months? To learn mo [...]
New stadium is a welcomed change for four North Charleston high schools
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
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
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
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 [...]
Deal Dash commercial real estate roundup
By Adam Sichko – Senior Reporter, Nashville Business Journal Sep 11, 2020, 1:20pm EDT Welcome to Deal Dash, our weekly roundup highlighting some of the commercial real estate dealmaking across the region. We aim to highlight a cross-section of recent property [...]
2020 Healthcare Facilities Forum
Description Many forces are driving change in the design and construction of healthcare facilities. While lawmakers debate programs and benefits, those charged with the delivery of care are looking for insights, how will research and the explosion of medica [...]
Spruce Goose Historic Renovation
Project Overview Cumming’s Role Cumming provided cost management, scheduling, and commercial management services. Overall Scope of Work Cumming provided cost, scheduling, and commercial management services for the Spruce Goose project, which involved the co [...]
Nashville Warehouse Co. Development Topped Out Unique Mass Timber Office Building on Schedule
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
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 [...]
Post-Pandemic Hotel Operations
Description Please join us as our speakers walk through the logistics of operating hotels in a post-pandemic world. Topics covered will include a business reopening safety plan, outbreak prevention and recovery, technology improvements, certifications and st [...]
1st look at new CCSD stadium for North Charleston schools
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
The Higher Education Sector – What Comes After COVID-19?
In this paper, Daniel Pomfrett looks closely at the impact of COVID-19 on the higher education market and outlines many of the challenges and changes that we can expect to see in that sector going forward.
Kilroy Oyster Point Development
Project Overview Cumming’s Role Cumming has provided a variety of services to date, including project management, cost management, and scheduling. Overall Scope of Work Cumming is providing project management, cost management, and scheduling services for th [...]
Lake Oswego construction consultancy merges with California-based firm
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
Preparing Workplaces for the Future
BY LEHRER CUMMING MAY 26, 2020 10:45 AM As projects that were shut down start back up and as workers go back to their jobsites and offices, much of the current focus is on the immediate return to work. That’s understandable; we are all eager to get back to wor [...]
The Rebuilding Process Begins at East End United Methodist Church After Devastating Tornado
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
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.
The Healthcare Sector Pre- and Post-COVID-19
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.
On CO Panel, Port Authority Chief Says There’s 97 Percent Decrease in Ridership
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 [...]
Construction in the post-Covid-19 environment
April 27, 2020 05:00 AM To gain insight into Covid-19’s impact on construction and where the market is heading in light of the pandemic, Crain’s Content Studio spoke with Gavin Middleton, chief operating officer at Lehrer Cumming, which advises owners planning [...]
COVID-19 and the Global Construction Market – Washington State (April 20, 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 [...]
The Role of Leadership in Project Success
In this paper, Jeff Birenbaum, Vice President at Lehrer Cumming, shares valuable insights regarding the importance of effective leadership in successfully managing multi-disciplinary design and construction teams.
Implementing School District Construction Programs, Part 2
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
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
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)
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 [...]
Byron Topol
Seattle, Washington
The New York City Construction Market
April 01, 2020 10:40 AM As COVID-19 continues to spread, markets worldwide are feeling the effects. The construction industry in the United States is no exception, with impacts on material deliveries, project funding, and the ability of workers to remain on si [...]
Stephen Coulthard
New York, New York
Gary Todd
Sacramento, California
Chris Thompson
San Francisco, California
Chris Cummings
New York, New York
Sonny Jester
Atlanta, Georgia
Jim Britton
Fort Mill, South Carolina
Christine Marez
Los Angeles, California
Jeff Birenbaum
Boston, Massachusetts
Pete Melucci
Scottsdale, Arizona
COVID-19 and the Global Construction Market
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)
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)
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
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.’
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
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 [...]
The State of Sustainability in Construction
Cumming’s Vice President of Energy and Sustainability, Christine Marez, discusses the latest in sustainability efforts and trends, including changing attitudes, some of the exciting new technologies being utilized to counteract the effects of climate change, and much more.
This New West Hollywood Hotel Has Massive Suites, Breathtaking Views, and the Hottest Nightclub on the Sunset Strip
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 [...]
Moss Justice Center’s Multi-Phased Renovation and Addition Completed
YORK COUNTY, S.C. – Feb. 21, 2020 –The second phase of the $38.5 million Moss Justice Center addition and renovation project has recently wrapped up in York County. Cumming, York County’s construction management firm, was contracted to manage all aspects of [...]
Coronavirus impacts could have ripple effect on U.S. construction industry
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 [...]
TowerEight snapped up by US firm
By Dave Rogers | 11 February 2020 London-based consultant was set up nearly nine years ago TowerEight has been snapped up by US consultant Cumming for an undisclosed sum nearly nine years after being set up. The London-based project manager and cost consultant [...]
Making the grade: Why school construction costs are climbing and projects are stalling
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 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
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. [...]
The Music Center Plaza Renovation
Project Overview Cumming’s Role Cumming was the owner’s representative responsible for managing the design and funding process, running the weekly OAC meetings, managing the project budget, coordinating owner consultants and the design-build team, conductin [...]
Will Smith Rejoins Cumming as Chief Executive, UK & Europe
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
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
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.
Delivering on the Promise of Design-Build
BY LEHRER CUMMING JANUARY 13, 2020 11:46 AM The Office of the New York Governor has embraced the design-build delivery method for construction, and now a number of large projects are proceeding under this approach for agencies such as the New York State Depart [...]
Understanding the Themed Entertainment Sector
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
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
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
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
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.
Recent Tariffs and Their Impact on the Construction Industry
Cumming Vice President and economic expert Dan Pomfrett discusses recent tariffs from the U.S. and China and their impact on the construction industry.
Construction Growth Outpaces the Workforce
BY LEHRER CUMMING NOVEMBER 11, 2019 8:43 AM Several years after enduring a precipitous downturn, the construction industry is dealing with an equally ominous threat: widespread labor shortages. A serious gap exists between the upcoming demand for labor and the [...]
US consultant Cumming makes another move in UK market
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.
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.
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 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 [...]
The Value of Published Metrics in M/E/P Estimating
Noted MEP estimating expert Pete Melucci talks with Jessica Busch about why published metrics are so valuable in producing estimates, and how their widespread adoption will enable construction projects overall to be more efficient, reliable, and transparent.
The Value of Using Published Metrics for MEP Estimating
Noted MEP estimating expert Pete Melucci details why published metrics are so valuable in producing estimates, and how their widespread adoption will enable construction projects overall to be more efficient, reliable, and transparent.
New Patient Tower at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Opens Doors
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
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 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 [...]
Best Interior/Tenant Improvement: BPX Energy, BP America Production Co., Denver Headquarters
October 17, 2019 BPX Energy, BP America Production Co. Denver Headquarters BEST PROJECT Owner: BPX Energy Lead Design Firm: Stantec Architect (Core-and-Shell): Tryba Architects General Contractor: Saunders Construction Structural Engineer: Thornton Tomasetti I [...]
Project One Cumming Completes Merger Transition Consolidates Operations
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
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
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 [...]
Southeast On the Scene for September 2019
August 26, 2019 South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster (R) (at left) was among the dignitaries on hand recently for the dedication of the Medical University of South Carolina’s Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital & Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion in Charleston. [...]
Construction Finishes at Medical University Of South Carolina
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
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
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 [...]
American Dream Sets Opening for October 25, 2019
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., July 03, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Dream is pleased to announce and welcome the public to its opening on Friday, October 25, 2019 where we will feature the launch of the property’s unprecedented indoor Nickelodeon Universe Theme [...]
ENR 2019’s Top 100 Professional Service Firms: Companies Aim to Offer Clients More
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
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
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
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 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 [...]
Four Seasons hotel and condos to open on Fort Lauderdale beach next year
By David Lyons | Contact Reporter South Florida Sun Sentinel Fort Lauderdale is getting a new 22-story hotel and condo project on the beach. The luxury Four Seasons is on track to open by late next year, its developer said Wednesday. The Four Seasons Hotel and [...]
Is construction activity on track to slow in metro Denver?
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
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 [...]
In $5B Makeover, the ‘American Dream’ Emerges in New Jersey
March 20, 2019 Tom Stabile and Debra K. Rubin The Xanadu project, launched in 2003 to add a major retail center to the New Jersey Meadowlands, was never envisioned as a garden variety mall. But New Jerseyans and visitors driving the N.J. Turnpike got a sense o [...]
New Charleston County School District 2 Regional Stadium Opens Its Gates
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 [...]
A long-time York County building is going down. Here’s what’s going up to replace it.
BY JOHN MARKS MARCH 20, 2019 12:18 PM, UPDATED MARCH 20, 2019 12:18 PM A piece of York County history is coming down, and several new ones going up, in the county’s effort to keep up with demand for vital public services. The county agricultural building is be [...]
Cumming to Oversee $2.4 Billion School Improvement Plan
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
US practice acquires London surveyors
London-based Mellersh & Harding Building Consultancy LLP has been taken over by US project and cost management firm Cumming. It is the second London acquisition by Los Angeles-based Cumming in recent years. In 2016 it bought GB Fitzsimon. Mellersh & Ha [...]
Consultant MHBC merges with Cumming
By Grant Prior City of London based consultant Mellersh & Harding Building Consultancy LLP (MHBC) has merged with global business Cumming. MHBC provides a wide range of specialized services from building surveying and full-scale project management to desig [...]
Peter M. Lehrer Inducted Into North Carolina State Hall of Fame
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
Sustainability efforts grow in SaMo schools
Angel Carreras Days after debuting a new tree nursery at Samohi, Santa Monica school district staff were back with more green-related news, reporting updates on the progress of the Districtwide Plan for Sustainability, a long-term plan to reduce energy usage a [...]
Lean, tech, talent training highlight contractor innovations
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 [...]
Waldorf Astoria renovation moves into its next phase
A photo of the Waldorf Astoria’s Park Avenue lobby before renovation. Anbang Insurance Group It’s now targeting a 2021 completion By Zoe Rosenberg@zoe_rosenberg Aug 21, 2018, 1:30pm EDT The conversion of New York’s famed Waldorf Astoria into a hotel and condo [...]
Market Update – Section 232/301 Sanction Impacts to Current Construction Costs
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
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
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
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 [...]
Kid Friendly South Bay Inn & Suites
By Dave Munday | dmunday@postandcourier.com | The 250-room hotel that’s planned in the MUSC Harborview Office Tower at 19 Hagood Ave. will have a breakfast area but no restaurant and no bar. That’s the present plan, attorney James Wilson, representing Benne [...]
South Bay Inn & Suites Opens Its Doors In Myrtle Beach Just In Time For Summer Beachgoers
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
Piedmont Tech Gets $1.5M for Manufacturing Center
Staff Report | Piedmont Technical College has received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration for the construction of the Upstate Center for Manufacturing Excellence at the Greenwood campus. The project is expected to create 86 [...]
Cumming Employs a Proven Construction Method to Raise Accountability and Keep Building Costs Under Control
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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 [...]
Project One Merges With Cumming
January 18, 2018 | Margaret Jackson, Bisnow Denver | Denver-based Project One Integrated Services has merged with Cumming, an international construction consultancy. Founded in 1999 by Mike Palumbo and Tristin Gleason, Project One provides project managemen [...]
Construction Consultancy Grows Presence in New England, Welcomes New Leadership
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
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 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
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
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 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
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 [...]
ASTAD set to develop theme park in Qatar
ASTAD, leading project development solution provider, announced yesterday that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the global leader at the forefront of theme park project management, Cumming. Cumming has been using its steadfast commitment [...]
Marriott begins development on Southern California’s first Westin in 25 years
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
Work progresses on $300 million Tahoe Beach Club
Work on the $300 million Tahoe Beach Club is progressing this summer with two of the 13 buildings planned for development under construction in South Lake Tahoe. Cumming, an international project management and cost-consulting firm, is overseeing the project. [...]
Tahoe Beach Club Continues Construction, Lakefront Community Beginning to Take Shape This Summer
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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 [...]
Ian Schrager, still cool at age 70, opens new PUBLIC hotel
By BETH J. HARPAZ The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — It’s been 40 years since Ian Schrager opened the legendary disco Studio 54. But if the trendy crowds mobbing opening night for his new PUBLIC hotel are any indication, Schrager, at age 70, is still the coo [...]
W Fort Lauderdale Unveils First Phase of $55 Million Redesign
Will Speros The W Fort Lauderdale has debuted the first phase of its $55 million redesign, which includes a grand porte-cochère, rooftop WET deck pool, meeting spaces, and 517 guestrooms, suites, and residences. Led by New York-based Meyer Davis Studio in conj [...]
Cumming Kicks Off Measure G Bond Construction Program for Castro Valley Unified School District
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
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 [...]
Ian Schrager Debuts New Luxury Lifestyle Concept Public
Will Speros Industry icon Ian Schrager will introduce his latest luxury lifestyle hotel concept, Public, to New York’s Lower East Side early next month. The Public will aim to make modern luxury accessible to all. The brand is built on four pillars of service, [...]
Design Work Begins on New San Diego City College Facility
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 GalleryInternational Construction Consultancy Cumming Announces Strategic Alliance with Intercontinental Consultants and Technocrats Pvt. Ltd. to Strengthen Capabilites in Infrastructure
International Construction Consultancy Cumming Announces Strategic Alliance with Intercontinental Consultants and Technocrats Pvt. Ltd. to Strengthen Capabilites in Infrastructure
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
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 [...]
Waldorf Astoria New York to shut down today for renovations
Nancy Trejos , USA TODAY The final guests at the Waldorf Astoria New York, one of the most iconic hotels in the city, will check out at noon today. The hotel will shut down for the next two to three years for a multi-year renovation. It’s been an official New [...]
Ribbon is Cut on New Warren Town Hall, A Vision Realized
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 [...]
A Lighthouse for the Mind
PBS Hawaii celebrates 50 years, moving into a new home by Allied Builders System BY BRETT ALEXANDER-ESTES In 1966, PBS Hawaii—then known as KHET—began broadcasting public television programs on the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus. Fifty years late [...]
Get ready to see inside Lake Wylie aquatic center
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 [...]
Long-Planned Four Seasons Opens in New York
Veronica Grecu Developed by Silverstein Properties, the hotel is part of Downtown Manhattan’s second-tallest residential tower. New York—Four Season’s second hotel in New York City opened recently in Downtown Manhattan, an area that has been widely known as th [...]
Cumming Completes $17.8 Million Aquatic and Fitness Center, Clover School District’s New Facility to Open Mid-October
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 [...]
Mark D. Fergus FRICS to Serve as Southern California RICS Chairman
Los Angeles - (Sept. 9, 2016) – Cumming, an international construction project management and cost consulting firm, announced that its Regional Director Mark D. Fergus FRICS was recently confirmed as the new Chair of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyor [...]
Ground is Broken on Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital & Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion
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 [...]
Top 100 Professional Services Firms
Professional services firms find growing opportunities as owners refuse to staff up to build, preferring to outsource the work Professional services firms are seeing their opportunities expand as the market grows. They also are seeing that their clients are n [...]
London-Based GB Fitzsimon Merges with Cumming’s International Construction Cost and Project Management Team
LOS ANGELES - (Feb. 1, 2016) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced that London-based cost and project consultancy GB Fitzsimon has merged with the growing construction services company to expand Cumming’s global foo [...]
Construction Management Firm Cumming Acquires London Company
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
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 [...]
Cumming Prepares for Continued Growth, Welcomes Back Senior Executive
NEW YORK - (Dec. 18, 2015) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it has rehired Derek Hutchison to serve as Executive Vice President based in New York City. Hutchison will be responsible for driving growth and [...]
York courthouse renovation aims to preserve historic character
BY JENNIFER BECKNELL jbecknell@enquirerherald.com When the York County Courthouse opens next year as planned, project leaders aim to see it restored as closely as possible to the way it was 101 years ago. Renovation plans for the $7.3 million project, to be do [...]
Cumming Earns a Spot on the Coveted 2015 Inc. 5000 List; Recognized Across the Construction Industry for Continued Growth
SAN DIEGO - (Aug. 13, 2015) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it earned a spot on the prestigious 2015 Inc. 5000 list, an annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. The 2015 [...]
Three Local Construction Management Firms Make ENR’s Top 100
By LOU HIRSH Tuesday, June 30, 2015 Three San Diego-based companies made the latest annual list of the nation’s 100 largest construction management firms based on 2014 revenue, published recently by the industry magazine Engineering News-Record (ENR). The list [...]
Bill Foulkes Hired as Project Management Executive at Cumming
ALISO VIEJO, Calif. – Bill Foulkes has been rehired at Cumming to serve as national vice president of healthcare project management. In this newly created position, Foulkes will be responsible for driving Cumming’s national healthcare project management growth [...]
A Gradual Rise in CMF-PM Fees
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 [...]
Charleston County set to open three new schools in August
Brenda Rindge June 16, 2015 Workers are putting the finishing touches on $100 million in new school projects that Charleston County School District plans to open in August. St. Andrew’s School of Math and Science, Jennie Moore Elementary School for the Creativ [...]
Cumming Named Highest Ranked Construction Management Firm in San Diego, Top Five California-Based By Engineering News-Record
SAN DIEGO - (June 22, 2015) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it was once again ranked highest among all San Diego-based construction management firms by leading trade publication, Engineering News-Record [...]
International consulting firm Cumming plans Hawaii expansion
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 [...]
Facebook’s new building is one big room
By Julie Balise on April 6, 2015 1:17 PM Facebook’s new building is taking the open concept office to a new level. Called MPK 20, the 430,000-plus square foot building is made of one large, open room. The goal was to “create the perfect engineering space for o [...]
Cumming Expands Hawaii-Based Team, Construction Successfully Completed on Recent Major Assignments
HONOLULU - (April 7, 2015) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced the successful completion of the Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse, Hyatt Ka’anapali Beach Residence Club and Hyatt [...]
Facebook’s new building is one big room
By Julie Balise on April 6, 2015 at 1:17 PM Facebook’s new building is taking the open concept office to a new level. Called MPK 20, the 430,000-plus square foot building is made of one large, open room. The goal was to “create the perfect engineering space fo [...]
York County offices will stay in downtown
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 [...]
Construction execs discuss successful construction bonds
The Daily Transcript Monday, March 16, 2015 There are nuances and strategies to building and passing a construction bond program. Entities, such as school districts, have to figure out an execution plan for the construction bond program — the financial structu [...]
Cumming welcomes Jocelyn Des Laurier, Business Development Manager
Pacific Business News March 10, 2015 Jocelyn Des Laurier Business development manager at Cumming Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, has hired Jocelyn Des Laurier as business development manager for the Honolulu office. She w [...]
Cumming to Present at the San Diego County Taxpayers Association School Bond Program on Project Management Best Practices
SAN DIEGO - (March 5, 2015) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, will be presenting at the San Diego County Taxpayers Association’s (SDCTA) School Bond Certification Program Friday, March 13, 2015. The SDCTA’s annual fact-ba [...]
Project management and cost consulting firm opens New Jersey office
By Emily Bader February 4, 2015 at 2:45 PM Cumming, a San Diego-based project management and cost consulting firm, announced Tuesday that it has expanded its operations by opening a new office in New Jersey. Cumming, according to a news release, hired Susan Di [...]
Cumming Opens New Jersey Office, Continues Strategic Tri-State Expansion
NEWARK, N.J. - (Feb. 3, 2015) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it has officially expanded its national operations by opening a new office in New Jersey. Cumming hired Susan DiGiacomo and Richard Brown to [...]
Courthouse renovation plans move forward
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 [...]
Four Seasons Private Residences NY Downtown Tops Out
NEW YORK—Silverstein Properties, Inc., marked the topping out of 30 Park Place, Four Seasons Private Residences New York Downtown at 926 feet and 82 stories, making it the tallest residential building downtown, according to the developer. The 157 residences st [...]
Cumming, Gibbs Giden to Host 21st Annual Construction Conference
Summit to Discuss the Current Southern California Legal and Commercial Construction Outlook LOS ANGELES - (Jan. 19, 2015) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, along with leading construction law firm, Gibbs Giden Locher Tur [...]
Breaking ground on York County’s future fire training center
BY BRISTOW MARCHANT bmarchant@heraldonline.com January 3, 2015 YORK — A muddy field off McFarland Road southeast of York might not look like much today, but it could be the face of the future of rescue services in York County. Newly poured concrete already mar [...]
Council approves renovation of York County Courthouse
By Bristow Marchant bmarchant@heraldonline.com Posted: Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014 YORK The future of the York County Courthouse is now certain. Those attending Monday’s meeting of the York County Council burst into applause when members voted unanimously to move f [...]
Project Services Provider Cumming Opens Larger Office in Dubai
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 [...]
Cumming Continues International Expansion with Opening of New Dubai Office
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - (Nov. 11, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it has officially expanded its international operations by opening a new office in Dubai. This office replaces the smaller Du [...]
Cumming’s Christine Marez to participate at the Green California Schools Summit on Energy Efficiency and Proposition 39 Panels
LOS ANGELES - (Nov. 3, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today that Director of Energy Christine Marez will be participating in this year’s Green California Schools & Community Colleges Summit and Expo [...]
Managing Principal from Cumming to Release Second Construction Management Book, to Speak At National CMAA Conference
SAN DIEGO - (Oct. 10, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today that Managing Principal Lisa Sachs, along with coauthor and MIG founder Daniel Iacofano, will release What is Your Construction Management Emot [...]
Cumming hires new director of project management
The Daily Transcript Wednesday, October 8, 2014 San Diego-based Cumming, a project management and cost consulting firm, announced Tuesday it has hired Adrian Smith to serve as its new director of project management for its expanding private sector and corporat [...]
Cumming Appoints Bryan Roof to Join Growing D.C. Project Management Team
Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it has hired Bryan Roof as Project Director to support the firm’s expanding national project management organization. Based out of the Washington D.C.-area office, Roof will [...]
Cumming Hires Bryan Roof to Join Growing D.C. Project Management Team
BETHESDA, MD. - (Oct. 2, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it has hired Bryan Roof as Project Director to support the firm’s expanding national project management organization. Based out of the Washi [...]
Cumming, Gilbane Joint Venture Leads to Successful University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business Opening
COLUMBIA, S.C. – (Sept. 12, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, in conjunction with joint venture partner, Gilbane Building Company, announced today the opening of the new $106.5 million Darla Moore School of Business [...]
New Hire: Mildred Tolentino
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
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’s Christine Marez to Present at Green Technology, California Proposition 39 Industry Forum
LOS ANGELES - (August 27, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today that Director of Energy Christine Marez will be presenting on Green Technology’s Prop 39: The Current Scene panel in Pasadena, Calif. this [...]
Cumming to Oversee $99 Million in Capital Improvements for Clover School District as Construction Manager
CLOVER, S.C. – (August 21, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced it has been awarded construction management services for Clover School District’s $99 million capital improvement plan. Since 2007, the Board of [...]
Cumming promotes managing director
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
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
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 [...]
Exploring Construction Delivery Methods: Design-Bid-Build vs. Construction Management at Risk
By: James L. Britton, II, CCM, LEED AP Cumming Corporation Overview There are many advantages, disadvantages, and misconceptions that complicate the building owner’s decision process for selecting a construction delivery method. The delivery methods available [...]
Cumming Completes West Coast Cost Management Restructuring
Executive Additions, Internal Promotions Help to Position Construction Management Firm for Sustained Strategic Growth SAN DIEGO – (July 28, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced it has completed its multi-phas [...]
Cumming Awarded Project and Construction Management Services for UC San Francisco West Campus Locations
SAN FRANCISCO – (June 25, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it has been awarded a contract to provide Project and Construction Management services for the University of California, San Francisco’s Pa [...]
Owners Seek More Service
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 [...]
Cumming Tops Among Local Firms on National Construction Management List
By LOU HIRSH Monday, June 16, 2014 San Diego-headquartered Cumming ranked first among locally based construction management firms based on 2013 revenue on an annual Top 100 list published recently by Engineering News-Record magazine. Recent construction and [...]
Cumming Named Highest Ranked Construction Management Firm in San Diego, By Engineering News-Record for Third Year in a Row
SAN DIEGO - (June 16, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it was once again ranked highest among all San Diego-based construction management firms by leading trade publication, Engineering News-Record [...]
People On the Move: David Baird & Fergus O’Shea
David Baird Date added: May 15, 2014 Submission Type: Promotion Current employer: Cumming Corporation Current title/position: Vice President, Cost Management Position level: Vice President Previous position: Managing Director Duties/responsibilities: David Ba [...]
Cumming’s Lisa Sachs Appointed Commissioner for Worldwide ABET Construction Management Accreditation Program
SAN DIEGO - (April 29, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today that Managing Principal, Lisa Sachs, was appointed by the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) to serve as its Applied Scienc [...]
Construction consultant Cumming opens office in Durham
Amanda Jones Hoyle Staff Writer-Triangle Business Journal April 10, 2014 Cumming, an international construction management and cost consulting firm, is continuing to build out its East Coast presence and has expanded into North Carolina with a new office in Du [...]
The Local Impact on Community College Construction Programs in a Rebounding Market
In today’s world, construction trends halfway across the world are playing a bigger role in our local construction costs than ever before – making these faraway trends something that deserves the attention of both college facility professionals and their const [...]
Cumming to Present at the San Diego County Taxpayers Association Facilities Bond Program
SAN DIEGO - (March 27, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm headquartered in San Diego, will be presenting on a panel at the San Diego County Taxpayers Association’s (SDCTA) Facilities Bond Certification Program this we [...]
Taxpayers Association to hold bond program seminar Saturday
The Daily Transcript Tuesday, March 25, 2014 The San Diego County Taxpayers Association is hosting a presentation on its Facilities Bond Certification Program on Saturday, March 29. Industry experts will be discussing topics ranging from bond financing to faci [...]
Districts moving ahead with Proposition 39 energy projects
by Kimberly Beltran (Calif.) Armed with the guidelines for a new energy efficiency program, school districts across the state are beginning to access millions of dollars that will allow them to retrofit or build facilities that not only save money in the long [...]
Planned Clover middle school has strong support
BY JENNIFER BECKNELL jbecknell@enquirerherald.com February 6, 2014 CLOVER — EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second in a series of articles looking at the upcoming Clover school district bond referendum focusing on one of five proposed construction projects. [...]
Clover school bond plan includes new elementary
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
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 [...]
Cumming to Provide Energy Management Services to Glendale USD
LOS ANGELES - (Jan. 16, 2014) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it will be providing Energy Management services to Glendale Unified School District (GUSD) for the planning and development of the District’s [...]
Silverstein’s 30 Park Place breaks ground
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
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
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 [...]
Lisa Sachs wasn’t afraid to give up a little control and partner with Cumming Corp. to build an even stronger business than the one she’d started
Mark G Scott 5:58am EDT October 30, 2013 It didn’t seem like the best time for Lisa Sachs to start her own business. It was the early 1990s and the recession that would ultimately cost President George H.W. Bush his job had taken hold of the U.S. economy. Sa [...]
Cumming Delivers Four New Charleston County School District Facilities
CHARLESTON, S.C. - (Nov. 12, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today that it has partnered with Charleston County School District (CCSD) to successfully deliver four separate CCSD educational facilities af [...]
Cumming Named Top Workplace by San Diego Union-Tribune, Workplacedynamics
SAN DIEGO - (Nov. 8, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced that it has been named to The San Diego Union-Tribune’s Top Workplaces list for 2013. Cumming was the only San Diego employer in the construction mana [...]
What are San Diego’s Top Workplaces?
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
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 [...]
People on the Move: Daniel Pomfrett & Jerry Reich
Daniel Pomfrett | People on the Move Date added: November 6, 2013 Submission Type: Promotion Current employer: Cumming Current title/position: Managing Director Industry: Commercial Real Estate Previous position: Senior Cost Manager Duties/responsibilities: Da [...]
Cumming’s Christine Marez to Present at Annual Community College Facility Coalition Conference
SACRAMENTO - (Nov. 5, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today Director Christine Marez will be presenting on a panel at the 20th Annual Community College Facility Coalition Conference in Sacramento this we [...]
Locally Based Cumming Opens New York City Office
San Diego-based Cumming, an international construction project and cost management firm, has opened a new regional office in New York City. Officials said the Midtown Manhattan office, at 60 E. 42nd St., will serve clients in the company’s growing customer bas [...]
Project managers, Cumming, to expand in New York
By REW Staff 3:18 pm, October 23, 2013 Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, will further expand its East Coast presence with the opening of a New York office and the hiring of veteran talent. Supporting a nationwide growth pla [...]
Cumming Opens New York Office
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 Continues Focus on Strategic Nationwide Expansion with Opening of New York City Office
NEW YORK - (Oct. 15, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it will further expand its East Coast presence with the opening of a New York office and the hiring of veteran talent. Supporting a nationwide g [...]
Cumming is Development Manager for London EDITION
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 [...]
Renovations, Regulations Contribute to High Cost of School Buildings
by Paul Bowers @ccpnews On the first day of class at Buist Academy, a K-8 academic magnet school in downtown Charleston, crews were still at work laying bricks and sod along the Calhoun Street side of the building. After deciding in 2010 that Buist and four ot [...]
Marriott International, Ian Schrager Company to Open London Edition Hotel with Cumming as Development Manager
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 [...]
Fort Mill School Capital Projects Keep Pace with Wet Weather
By John Marks - jmarks@fortmilltimes.com FORT MILL — A lengthy list of construction projects this summer hasn’t kept the rain from falling. But, Fort Mill School District leaders say, the rain won’t keep those projects from being delivered on time. Assistant [...]
Cumming Relocates to New Downtown Los Angeles Space to Support Nationwide Growth Strategy
LOS ANGELES - (August 13, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it has moved its Los Angeles-based team from its Figueroa Street office into a new, modernized space downtown. A sign of the company’s cont [...]
Glendale CCD Awards Construction Management Services to Cumming
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 Buildi [...]
Glendale Community College District Awards Construction Management Services to Cumming For New 90,000 Square Foot Lab College Services Building
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 [...]
Cumming Continues Nationwide Expansion with Washington D.C. Area Office Move
BETHESDA, MD. - (July 9, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it will be expanding its East Coast presence and launching its Culture Practice to accommodate a company-wide strategic growth plan. Continu [...]
Ensuring a Healthy College Life
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, [...]
Construction starts on new student health, counseling services center at CSUSM
By Carlos Rico, The Daily Transcript Construction has officially started on a new Student Health & Counseling Services Building at California State University, San Marcos. A groundbreaking ceremony took place on Tuesday for the 20,000-square-foot facility [...]
Cumming Moves Up on Top 100 Construction Management List
SDBJ Staff Report San Diego-based Cumming recently ranked at No. 33 among the nation’s largest construction management firms based on revenue in the latest annual ranking by the industry trade magazine Engineering News-Record, also known as ENR. Cumming moved [...]
Cumming Named Highest Ranked Construction Management Firm in San Diego, by Engineering News-Record
SAN DIEGO - (June 17, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it was ranked highest among all San Diego-based construction management firms by leading trade publication, Engineering News-Record (ENR). The [...]
Cumming Awarded 2013 Partnered Project of the Year Award from the International Partnering Institute
LOS ANGELES - (May 17, 2013) – The International Partnering Institute (IPI) awarded a 2013 Partnered Project of the Year Award, Ruby Level to Cumming and co-recipient Dougherty and Dougherty Architects, for their work with the Los Angeles Unified School Distri [...]
Cumming Awarded 2013 Partnered Project of the Year Award from the International Partnering Institute
The International Partnering Institute (IPI) awarded a 2013 Partnered Project of the Year Award, Ruby Level to Cumming and co-recipient Dougherty and Dougherty Architects, for their work with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) on its South Region [...]
Cumming’s Work Builds with Recovery
By Lou Hirsh Much of the work of Cumming Corp. is finished long before most of its clients’ construction projects begin sprouting from the ground. But an improving economy is spurring the San Diego-based company to brace itself to serve rising demand for its p [...]
Cumming Expands Orange County Office in Aliso Viejo, Kicks off Strategic Multi-City Growth Plan
ALISO VIEJO - (May 6, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, announced today it will be expanding its Orange County office in Aliso Viejo to accommodate a company-wide strategic growth plan. The new 5,600 square foot off [...]
Cumming Receives Coveted 2013 Project Achievement Award from Construction Management Association of America
SAN DIEGO - (March 28, 2013) – The Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) Southern California Chapter awarded a 2013 Project Achievement Award to Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, for its work with the Los An [...]
Cumming Awarded Construction Management Services for California State University, San Marcos
New Student Health & Counseling Services Building to Break Ground Summer 2013 SAN DIEGO - (March 21, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm headquartered in San Diego, announced today it will be providing constructio [...]
New Student Health and Counseling Building Coming to CSUSM
By Tawny Maya McCray SAN MARCOS — A new student health and counseling services building will break ground this summer at Cal State San Marcos. The 20,000-square-foot, two-story building will include student examination rooms, medical offices and counseling spa [...]
Cumming Open House
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 [...]
Jacob Bowman Rejoins Cumming as Director of Cost Management
Skilled in projects utilizing a variety of delivery methods — including traditional hard bid, negotiated bid, and CM-at-Risk — and working on behalf of architects and contractors throughout his career, Jacob offers a well-rounded perspective on the challenges [...]
Daniel Pomfrett Joins as Senior Cost Manager
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 [...]
Cumming Streamlines School Project to Reduce Disruption
Irmo, South Carolina—Moving an entire K-5 school into portables for a year might not be seen as a winning situation for most elementary school administrators, but for the Principal and staff of Irmo Elementary, their year in “Camp Irmo” was more than worth it, [...]
Daniel Pomfrett Joins Cumming as a Senior Cost Manager
BETHESDA, MD (January 23, 2013) – Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, today announced the addition of Daniel Pomfrett to its growing Washington, DC team. Daniel joins Cumming as a Senior Cost Manager with responsibility for s [...]
Mark Cho Joins Cumming as Program Director
Cumming is pleased to welcome Mark Cho, Program Director, to our growing San Diego team. Mark brings to Cumming more than 26 years of experience on complex building and infrastructure projects, along with a commitment to one of the key missions of our organiza [...]
Westin Snowmass Resort — Completed and Now Open
The $55 million Westin Snowmass Resort project, for which Cumming provided owner’s representative and development management services, has now been completed. The project consisted of the complete renovation and conversion of the former Silvertree Hotel to a W [...]
Fergus O’Shea Joins Cumming as Director of Project Management
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (July 30, 2012) - Cumming, an international project management and cost consulting firm, today announced the addition of Fergus O’Shea to its growing San Francisco team. Fergus joins Cumming as the Director of Project Management with responsi [...]
Cumming Selected as ASPE’s Member Firm of the Year
July 27, 2012–Earlier this week, Mike Jensen, John Heusner, Dan Luckhardt, and Greg Ratzlaff of Cumming were on hand at the American Society of Professional Estimators’ (ASPE) Annual San Diego Chapter #4 Awards & Installation Dinner Meeting to receive ASPE [...]
Cumming Partners with Dillon County Schools and USDA to Deliver New Facilities
DILLON, SC (July 20, 2012) - A program to improve Dillon County schools has been in the national spotlight since early 2008, when then-8th grader Ty'Sheoma Bethea wrote to President Obama about the conditions at J.V. Martin Middle School. Ms. Bethea’s letter [...]
Cumming Hires Andrew Gutowski as Project Director
BETHESDA, MD (June 26, 2012) - Cumming, a national project management and cost consulting firm,has hired Andrew Gutowski as a Project Director based in the company's Washington,D.C.-area office. Previously, Andrew was an Adjunct Professor at George Mason Unive [...]
Lisa C. Sachs Inducted Into AIA College of Fellows
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 30, 2012) - Lisa C. Sachs, a Managing Principal at Cumming Construction Management, Inc. (Cumming), was recently inducted into the AIA's College of Fellows. The induction ceremony took place during the American Institute of Architects (AI [...]
AIA’s Jury of Fellows to Recognize Cumming’s Lisa C. Sachs at AIA 2012 National Convention
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
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 [...]
Anthony Sanchez Promoted to Vice President, Project Management
Cumming is pleased to announce the promotion of Anthony Sanchez to Vice President, Project Management. In his new role, Anthony will be responsible for managing capital improvement projects and programs in Northern and Southern California. He will oversee oper [...]
Anthony Sanchez Promoted to Vice President, Project Management
LOS ANGELES, CA (February 28, 2012) Cumming, a national project management and cost consulting firm, has promoted Anthony Sanchez to Vice President, Project Management. In this role, Anthony will be responsible for managing capital improvement projects and pro [...]
Cumming Opens New Office in Washington, D.C. Area
BETHESDA, MD (February 10, 2012)- Cumming, a leading project management and cost consulting firm, has officially opened its newest office in Bethesda, MD, in order to better serve the Washington, D.C. market and the company’s many clients who are based there. [...]
Cumming Selected as Project Manager for New Viejas Hotel
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 [...]