News: Construction Design & Engineering

Losch of Environmental Compliance Services, Inc. earns Asbestos Inspector certification in New Hampshire

Jaime Losch of Environmental Compliance Services, Inc. (ECS) has achieved certification as an Asbestos Inspector in the state of N.H. The certification was issued by the N.H. Department of Environmental Services. Losch is an Indoor Air Quality, Asbestos, and Lead Project Scientist based in ECS' Waterbury office. Losch currently works on Brownfields projects as well as demolition and renovation projects and following natural disasters. As a N.H. Asbestos Inspector, Losch is able to work in environments with potential asbestos hazards, collect samples for analysis, and assess the condition of presumed asbestos. It is a legal requirement to conduct an asbestos inspection prior to any demolition or renovation of commercial, industrial, and other non-residential structures such as apartments, day care facilities and schools.
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Navigating tariffs and material  uncertainty in today’s construction market - by Karl Ginand and Tiffany Gallo

Navigating tariffs and material uncertainty in today’s construction market - by Karl Ginand and Tiffany Gallo

As headlines around tariffs seem to dominate the news daily, many considering construction projects have anticipated major cost escalations and widespread supply issues. While tariffs haven’t driven pricing spikes to the extent once feared, the lasting impact has been a new layer of uncertainty, affecting more than just budgets.
Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza nears completion - by Frank Picozzi

Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza nears completion - by Frank Picozzi

After several years of planning, construction, and anticipation, the community is eagerly awaiting the opening of the Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza and outdoor skating rink later this month.
It’s time to lead: Confronting mental health in construction - by David Watts

It’s time to lead: Confronting mental health in construction - by David Watts

As we close Mental Health Awareness Month, we must be clear: May isn’t just about ribbons, hashtags, or lunchtime mindfulness apps. It’s about responsibility to confront hard truths that linger in silence, and to challenge ourselves, as leaders in our industry, to do more.
ABC-Mass. chairman’s message:  Rent control isn’t the answer to our housing crisis - by Luiza Mills

ABC-Mass. chairman’s message: Rent control isn’t the answer to our housing crisis - by Luiza Mills

As you may know, Massachusetts voters will be weighing in on a number of ballot initiatives in November. Among them is a proposal to impose the nation’s strictest statewide rent control policy. I’d like to tell you why the ABC MA Board