This year’s CMAA Focus25 Conference, held in Las Vegas, brought together construction management professionals from across the country for four days of learning, networking, and candid conversation about where our industry is heading. While emerging technologies and evolving delivery models remain important topics, one consistent theme continues to predominate: people and relationships are still the… Read More

Several MBP team members recently had the opportunity to attend SAME’s annual Capital Week conference. Hosted by the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), this premier event convenes federal agency leaders, military officials, and industry partners to discuss their construction programs, policy changes, and the evolving challenges shaping the federal built environment. This year’s sessions… Read More

Big changes are on the horizon for building owners and facility managers. New legislation, such as the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act and the U.S. ratification of the Kigali Amendment, are causing older refrigerants with high global warming potential to soon be phased out. So, what does this mean for your next project or… Read More

We had the opportunity to sit down with Gator Galbraith, PE, CCM, CFCC, Senior Vice President, Practice Operations Leader at MBP, and current President of AACE International, Inc. (AACE), to gain his insights on the evolving role of project controls professionals. AACE is a global leader dedicated to advancing knowledge in project controls, cost engineering,… Read More

When projects encounter cost overruns, delays, or quality concerns, it’s not uncommon for construction teams to point to one of the familiar culprits charged with executing the project: the contractor and the designer. Over my career, spanning roles in design, construction management, and as an owner, I believe the Owner plays a critical yet often… Read More

As the year comes to a close, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the future of the construction industry and the role of emerging leaders in navigating the challenges ahead. We spoke with three of MBP’s rising stars—Laura Freas, EIT, CMIT, Senior Engineer; Tyler Guill, Senior Engineer; and Savannah Dotson, EIT, CCP, CBCP, Senior… Read More

I’ve seen the transportation industry change dramatically in my nearly three decades with MBP. From the evolving use of technology to a shifting workforce landscape, our industry now faces one of the most challenging times in terms of workforce recruitment and development. Here are my thoughts on some of the industry’s biggest questions what the… Read More

Energy audits are a powerful tool for identifying inefficiencies and reducing energy costs, yet many clients find themselves overwhelmed by the volume of recommendations and the time commitment required to implement changes. After receiving a comprehensive audit, clients are often left asking: Where do I start? What should I prioritize? Here are some strategies I… Read More

As Halloween approaches, we thought it would be the perfect time to share some of the most unusual and unexpected projects MBP has ever commissioned. While commissioning might usually bring to mind buildings and systems, our work often ventures into strange and surprising places. In the spirit of the season, our team members recount their… Read More

When it comes to large construction programs, the finish line is often the most critical and challenging part of the journey. As deadlines loom and systems are being installed, tested, and handed over, the collaboration between the construction and commissioning teams can make or break a project.   We recently sat down with Kevin Day, PE,… Read More