CHICAGO — It’s strangely quiet in the golf simulator room. The soft whir of 20 3D printers has replaced the usual punctuated sounds of golf balls being hit. The giant golf simulator screen, which once displayed a virtual golf course, now shares videos with similar 3D printer setups across the world in Spain, Brazil and South Korea. One man is stationed in the corner, focused on his computer screen before walking over to inspect the printers’ cycles. From a print bed, Dan Meyer picks up one of…
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From the Desk of BCC President: Taking an Integrated Project Approach to Reduce Cost Variability
Posted on March 18, 2020Dear Clients, Bozzuto Construction continues to navigate the unparalleled events surrounding COVID-19 to ensure the well-being of our employees, subcontractors and valued partners. Over the past few weeks, the Bozzuto COVID-19 Taskforce has implemented several protocols and guidelines to keep our project teams safe. As we have all experienced, the introduction of social distancing has changed how we communicate. While our sites remain operational in permitted regions, Bozzuto project teams are now conducting Zoom video calls and other technologies in lieu…
Brian Rennie Speaks on Construction Planning Successes
Posted on March 18, 2020Bozzuto Construction Director, Brian Rennie, recently presented on “Construction Approach: Best Practices for Success” at a seminar hosted by Capital Impact Partners—a non-profit and certified community development financial institution, that provides services to under deserved markets and populations in the United States. With an audience full of young developers focused on affordable and senior housing, as well as renovations, Brian shared advice on best practices for acquisition rehab and how to successfully manage these types of projects, while meeting all…
Introducing Rise by Bozzuto, Our New Corporate Social Responsibility Program
Posted on October 15, 2019Burt’s Bees. Microsoft. Ben & Jerry’s. PNC Bank. While each of these companies offer completely different products, they share a similar characteristic—their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs have a singular focus. They are transparent about their strategy and inspire their employees, partners and customers to rally together behind their objective. Although the specifics of CSR programs depend on the organization, it’s important to recognize the common qualities of top-performing programs like these. The biggest question is: What are you trying…
Thought Leadership: Mindgrub’s Technology & Innovation Panel
Posted on June 12, 2019Bozzuto Construction Company Senior Vice President Josh Peters recently participated on an innovation and technology panel at Mindgrub’s Outdoor Speaker Series in Baltimore, MD. When asked about technology in construction, Peters emphasized the importance of industry-wide investment in research and development (R&D). “Currently, the agricultural industry invests three times more in R&D than the construction industry does, while manufacturing invests ten times more,” said Peters. “More R&D will help us be more operationally efficient and allow us to stand by our…
In the Community: Junior Achievement Volunteer Day
Posted on March 5, 2019The women of Bozzuto Construction recently volunteered at the Junior Achievement (JA) Finance Park in Prince George’s County, teaching local eighth graders how to develop and manage budgets. The overall goal of the day was to inspire the next generation to become financially successful adults. “We really enjoyed working with the students,” said Senior Estimator, Jennifer Dmytryshyn. “The JA team did a great job creating a fun and educational experience for all of us. I look forward to volunteering again!”…
Bozzuto Construction Senior Vice President, Kelly Cantley participated on Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) panel for the 2019 “Emerging Trends in Real Estate” forum, held in Baltimore, MD last month. Panelists presented and led discussions on how national office and mixed-use construction trends are impacting the mid-Atlantic region. Cantley began her presentation by addressing costs. “The main factors contributing to the current escalation is labor shortage, tariffs, trucking regulations, and subcontractor capacity. Based on projections, we anticipate costs normalizing later in…