Design Cost Data (DCD) Magazine

18.8K If it had been any other year, a sudden summer downpour would have washed out the Jon Pardi concert during the Greeley Stampede’s 100th anniversary SuperStar Concert Series. Prior to the centennial celebration, the Stampede relied on a portable stage for its outdoor concerts in the rodeo arena—a setup that became increasingly impractical when crews had to prepare the stage during heavy rain. Instead, the milestone celebration marked the debut of the new JBS Stage.

18.8K Remodeler confidence remained positive in the second quarter, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI). The index registered 61, down one point from the previous quarter but continuing a year-long trend of readings in the low 60s, indicating that most remodelers still view market conditions favorably. “Remodeler sentiment has been positive and stable over the past year,” said NAHB Remodelers Chair Elliott Pike.

18.7K Construction lending carries significant exposure to uncertainty. From budget overruns and schedule delays to contractor performance issues and supply chain volatility, lenders are increasingly required to assess not just the viability of a project, but its resilience to risk. Project reviews have become a critical tool in this process, helping lenders make more informed decisions and better protect their construction loan portfolios.

18.8K Getting strong bid coverage is one of the biggest challenges in preconstruction. Even when a project is well-scoped and attractive, general contractors often struggle to get enough qualified subcontractors to respond. Understanding why subcontractors don’t engage is the first step toward fixing the problem. After polling subcontractors invited to bid on projects, three consistent themes emerge: They’re too busy, so they cherry-pick opportunities.

9.6K In 1915, the Yreka Carnegie Library became the northern-most California member of the Carnegie Community. The small, classical revival, one-story, multi-level Carnegie Building served as the city library until 1970. In 1970, the city and county libraries consolidated and moved to a new location, and the Yreka Police Department moved into the vacant +/–3,200 square foot Carnegie Building.

18.6K PITTSBURGH, July 7, 2026 – Vitro Architectural Glass, the largest glass manufacturer in North America, has announced the appointment of Elliot Adams as National Architectural Manager for the New England region, covering upstate New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine and Rhode Island.

23.6K Construction job openings climbed to 298,000 at the end of May, the highest level in 10 months, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of the latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS). Open positions increased by 32,000 from April and were up 76,000 compared to a year ago.

23.6K In today’s construction environment, there’s a growing (and dangerous) trend: treating estimating as a commodity. It shows up in subtle ways. “Can you just give us a quick number?” “We’re just looking for a ballpark.” “We’ll firm it up later.” Or worse, people expecting detailed, high-quality estimates under compressed timelines (often for free) as part of a pursuit strategy. On the surface, it feels efficient.

23.6K Source: US Department of Labor, Producer Price Index The commercial construction market entered the year with expectations of a gradual recovery, but that momentum has slowed as economic uncertainty continues to weigh on investment decisions.

9.6K The Batesville Junior High & High School Addition is a comprehensive campus expansion designed to enhance both academic and extracurricular experiences, with a strong emphasis on performing arts, music education, and student life. The project integrates new instructional spaces, performance venues, and dining facilities to support a growing student population while fostering community engagement. At the heart of the addition is a state of-the-art performing arts complex.