Author: Caryn Norton
Several STO Building Group family builders have recorded zero lost time incidents in 2026. Their success is a function of leadership and field teams working together to build a robust culture of safety.
When people think of construction success stories, they often imagine marquee projects, ribbon cuttings, and major groundbreakings. But some of the most meaningful client relationships begin after the dust settles.
The construction industry is at a pivotal moment. Everywhere I look, organizations are exploring new technologies, experimenting with artificial intelligence, and searching for ways to work smarter. The level of activity and excitement is unlike anything I have seen in years. At the same time, that excitement can create a sense of urgency that makes it difficult to focus on what truly matters.
Mission critical projects are among the largest and most technically demanding in construction, especially on hyperscale data center campuses.
Responding to the challenges of vertical transport in large high-rise projects, Pavarini McGovern teams are making use of SmartHoist and Smart Lift—AI-driven solutions that reduce delays and improve efficiency.
In New York City, few addresses carry the weight of history quite like 60 Wall Street. Since its completion in 1989 as the headquarters of J.P. Morgan & Co., the 47-story tower has stood as a fixture of Lower Manhattan, witnessing decades of change in the city’s financial district.
When evaluating a building for repositioning, owners typically focus on the obvious questions first. Does the floorplate work? Is the structure sound? What upgrades will the building systems require One element that’s often overlooked is the elevator system.
Pennsylvania just gave the entire industry a case study in what happens when an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) lets a code sit too long. The Commonwealth ran on the ASME A17.1 2000 edition, with the 2002 addenda bolted on, for the better part of two decades while neighboring states moved forward. Now it’s finally transitioning to the 2016 edition, and the size of that jump is a lesson in itself.
Construction costs are being squeezed from every direction at once. The teams staying ahead are the ones procuring early and watching the supply chain closely. Find the trends and strategies to keep your project on track in our new Procurement Market Update for Q2 here.