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Modular Construction and the Future of Development
While still only a small part of the development industry, modular construction has gained renewed attention in the U.S. and abroad for its objective to lower costs, accelerate project timelines, improve quality and reduce waste...
As Building Material Prices Skyrocket, Project Managers Offer Strategies to Mitigate Risk
The COVID-19 pandemic, and the waves of lockdowns and business interruptions it prompted, affected global supply chains in virtually every industry — and construction is no exception. Due to widespread shortages of building materials, and pent-up demand from projects...
A Revitalized Vision for the Corporate Campus
As COVID-19 starts to subside, the tech industry is reimagining the corporate campus, as well as workspaces, and that is bound to also affect companies in other industries.When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, tech companies were among the first to successfully adapt to working remotely at scale...
Supersize Apartments Are Back in Demand
Apartment sizes are getting bigger across the U.S., just as more people are looking for additional space while spending more time working from home. In 36% of U.S. cities, apartments under construction are larger on average than those built over the previous five years, according to a report from RENTCafé...
PMA is Pleased to Announce the Naming of New Shareholders of the Company
PMA is pleased to announce our new company shareholders. The naming of new shareholders is in recognition of their individual contributions, dedication, and embodiment of the company values, vision, and goals that have characterized PMA over our 28 year history.
Veterans of Influence: Construction executive Leon Camarda
The past year has been hard for so many in the real estate, design and construction industries, which experienced significant volatility and uncertainty as a result of Covid-19. But for Leon Camarda's office, it was the best yet in terms of new projects and overall growth...
Construction’s Labor Quandary Is An Old Problem With New Complications
David Meade has spent five years as executive director of Building Skills New York, a nonprofit that has helped link hundreds of job seekers with entry-level positions in construction. It’s a rewarding...
There’s a New Form of Experiential Retail
From regional malls to small-town shopping districts, the United States has over 1 billion square feet of excess retail space, according to analysis from CoStar Group, with roughly 23 square feet of retail space for every person in the country. For reference...
Mastering the Art (and Science) of Site Selection
It wasn’t long ago that a patient needing emergency medical care would head to the hospital downtown to get the attention they require. From an X-ray for a sprained ankle to open-heart surgery, the hospital campus offered every...
PMA – Deep Roots in Austin
As our beloved city of Austin pushes ever closer to the 2.5 million mark, where you're from matters – and it matters a lot. Who you are and where you’re from brings instant credibility and that’s a PMA strong suit, even when you're the "new kid" on the block.
Orlando PMA Expert Explains How Developers Can Overcome Soaring Lumber Costs
Despite prices falling in recent weeks, lumber costs remain high for Central Florida builders as some of these developers have pressed paused on projects. That's left many developers seeking more stable alternatives to lumber...
Tech leaders love Austin, but good vibes alone won’t sustain this boom
Austin is clearly the current darling of the tech industry, but it’s going to take more than charm, “vibe” and inherent popularity to fulfill the city’s potential as a true global tech hub. Even before name-brand tech companies...
