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How the Construction Industry Is Rethinking Workforce Development

Pro Builder

1 lesson we’ve learned is that training is meaningless unless the students have a job outlet,” says Scott Thorson, COO of Denver-based Oakwood Homes. Students who complete the course receive certificates that are recognized by the Department of Labor. Launched in 2020, Hub & Spoke is a mixed-use development in Fishers, Ind.,

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Stok Joins IWBI Membership Program as a Cornerstone Member

Stok

We’ve guided clients through transitioning to WELL v2, scaling WELL across global portfolios, aligning WELL with other building certifications, and piloting new programs like the WELL Health-Safety Rating , as well as WELL Community and WELL Multifamily. We service projects worldwide from offices in San Francisco, San Diego, and Denver.

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Leading the Home Building Industry: Pro Builder's 2021 Forty Under 40

Pro Builder

Horton, Denver. Andrew Owen , 31, Project Manager, Thrive Home Builders, Denver. Jared Phifer , 39, President, Revolve Design-Build, Denver. Jared Phifer , 39, President, Revolve Design-Build, Denver. Certifications • Florida Building Contractor. Education • BS, Medical Sciences, University of Arkansas.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Green.

Natural Building

Green Guidelines and Certification for your Home. There are several ways for your home to meet guidelines or gain certification for certain standards for "green" qualities. It might be that a particular certification will allow the home to qualify for special financing or participate in some desirable program. July 21, 2009.

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Autodesk Construction Champions 2023: 25 People Powering the Future of Construction 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Beyond his work as Innovation Manager, Ariel is a sought-after thought leader and educator, having presented at over 50 industry events, inspiring professionals with insights gleaned from his years in the industry. The value of this education was realized by the efforts Emmanuel previously focused on to help elevate safety within the company.

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LEED Dynamic Plaque Coming to a Building Near You

Green Building Law Update

While we are aware of six LEED Dynamic Plaque certifications, according to the USGBC, the Dexter Horton Building in Seattle was the first of the six buildings certified with the Dynamic Plaque. The LEED Dynamic Plaque does not override any other certification. Rather, the LEED Dynamic Plaque keeps all these certifications up to date.

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

In 2012, the Partnership completed 100 annual surveys of key businesses in the region; it is spearheading key workforce issues including the development of a career academy which will be a partnership between Lincoln Public Schools and Southeast Community College to provide career-based educated for juniors and seniors in the LPS District.

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