From Smart Cities Dive: Dive Brief: The Biden administration announced the first-ever federal building performance standard on Wednesday, a policy move intended to help achieve net-zero emissions in all federal buildings by 2045. The new standard sets a goal of cutting energy use and electrifying equipment and appliances in 30% of building space owned by the […]
Contegra Construction Co. has completed a 1.1 million square-foot distribution facility at the fast-growing Cubes at Etna 70 industrial development near Columbus, Ohio. The speculative facility known as Building E was built for developer CRG and its capital partner LXP Industrial Trust. The 289-acre master-planned development is located at 9800 Schuster Way at the SR […]
From Saint Louis Public Radio: A 7,000-square-foot parcel of land in the Benton Park West neighborhood will get a fresh look and new purpose after years of vacancy and neglect. The plans for this new development include a tiny house of 420 square feet and an urban farm — all done with volunteer labor and recycled […]
From West Newsmagazine: Being a good neighbor has been taken to a new level with an offer from Gateway Studios to contribute $8 million for infrastructure improvements in Chesterfield. The city has been approved for ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) grant funds through the state to fund a portion of improvements along North Outer 40 […]
From St. Louis Business Journal: Electrical Components International Inc., a Creve Coeur-based manufacturer of wire harnesses and electrical components, has expanded with an acquisition. ECI has acquired Britech Inc., an eastern Pennsylvania-based specialty manufacturer of wire harnesses, cable assemblies and other components primarily for the semiconductor industry, as well as HVAC and related industrial technology […]
From Webster-Kirkwood Times: The city of Webster Groves is seeking public input on plans for construction of a new aquatic center, or major upgrades to the existing facility, by encouraging residents of all ages to fill out an online survey. The aquatic center opened in 1995 at Memorial Park, 33 E. Glendale at the Webster […]
From For Construction Pros: Ballmann Earthworks owner/operator Jon Ballmann started his St. Louis, Missouri-area business in his 20s and has since achieved much success. Here, he shares tips for finding and keeping great employees. Ballmann Earthworks owner/operator Jon Ballmann started his St. Louis, Missouri-area business in his 20s, and his rise to success was paved […]
From Building Design + Construction: While new construction allows for incredible levels of customization, there’s no denying that new buildings can have adverse impacts on the climate, budgets, schedules and even the cultural and historic fabrics of communities. While any responsible architect will design buildings to minimize these impacts, there is no avoiding them entirely. One […]
From Saint Louis Business Journal: Metal Exchange Corp., a family-owned producer of non-ferrous metals, has promoted Matt Rohm to CEO, effective Jan 1, 2023. Rohm, currently the company’s president and chief operating officer, will succeed current CEO Rick Merluzzi, who has held that post since 2019. Merluzzi then will take the title executive vice chairman, serving […]
From Saint Louis Public Radio: A federal judge has denied four motions to dismiss a 2021 lawsuit brought by residents in Cahokia Heights that alleges the local government mismanaged the sewer utility, failing to ensure basic sewage and stormwater services and causing repeated flooding. The November order from U.S. District Judge David W. Dugan found the motions […]
From West Magazine: A public hearing was held Dec. 5 regarding the regulation of roof-mounted solar panels that are visible from adjoining or adjacent roadways. Over the last several years, the city of Wildwood has received numerous requests for front-facing solar installations, which require a conditional use permit. Installations that could have an impact on the […]
From Mig Rivers News Magazine: Progress 64 West recognized several local businesses for their contributions to improve the region by awarding them with a 2022 Excellence in Community Development Award on Nov. 23 at their annual awards luncheon in Chesterfield. Gov. Mike Parson was the guest of honor and spoke about the importance of workforce development […]
Design-build contractor Keystone Construction Company has begun work on the new 45,000-square-foot headquarters and state-of-the-art production studio for KMOV Channel 4 in Maryland Heights, Missouri. KMOV has broadcast from Gateway Tower at One Memorial Drive in downtown overlooking the Gateway Arch for more than 50 years and is expected to move into their new facility […]
From St. Louis Business Journal: A city board on Monday granted approval to demolish part of an office campus in Downtown West to build a $120 million development with two hotels. Midas Capital and Green Street Real Estate Ventures are partnering to propose two new hotels, the first St. Louis location of Kimpton Hotel and a Staybridge […]
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The owner of downtown St. Louis’ former AT&T tower wants to reimagine the vacant property not as a 44-story office building but a “vertical city” that could be home to hundreds of residents, office workers and hotel guests. Marketing materials posted online by Colliers commercial real estate firm show New York-based […]
From For Construction Pros: The holidays offer a great reminder of all the reasons to work safely every day. They also present a number of distractions that can take people’s focus off of safety, even for just a moment. The holidays offer a great reminder of all the reasons to work safely every day. They […]
From Call Newspapers: The Mehlville Board of Education unanimously approved a bid Oct. 20 to improve the conditions of the Mehlville High School baseball fields. The board approved a roughly $1.407 million base bid, including professional and contingency fees, with Byrne & Jones Construction to improve the MHS baseball fields. Irregular grading is causing ponding and […]
The long-delayed redevelopment of the historic Jefferson Arms building in downtown St. Louis is finally set to begin construction. Last week, Gary Perinar, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Mid-American Carpenters Regional Council, toured the property with executives from Alterra Worldwide. The Dallas-based developer plans to restore Jefferson Arms to its former glory with a 225-room hotel, […]
From From Construction Pros: We have the collective knowledge and know-how to make changes that will materially improve the nation and how it functions. The industry must now show both the will and the commitment to make them a reality. The U.S. construction industry is unprepared for the upcoming construction boom to eventuate over the […]
From Holland Construction Services: Holland Construction Services has announced hiring veteran Healthcare Construction specialist Dean Foth to their growing team. Holland has seen record growth and revenue in 2022, adding more than 35 team members, with an additional 30 expected to be added in 2023. Dean Foth “Over the past several years, Holland Construction Services […]
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