White Papers
A Detailed Look at Some of the Most Important Topics from Across the Industry
Cumming 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 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.
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.
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 [...]
March 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 [...]
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 [...]
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. “Whether it’s state schools or private schools, the focus is on the students and being able to provide a good education. But it’s more than that. It’s the whole experience, it’s the quality of living and the extracurricular activities that they’re able to engage in,” explains Joe Saatkamp, Executive Vice President for Cumming’s central region. “I see trends toward making that living experience and quality of life higher.”
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 Just [...]
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.
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, 2022By Andy NguyenThe 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 May f [...]
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
Managing Partner at Fort Point Project Management, 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 to the [...]
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 [...]
