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Awards
Sarah Marandi named to PWC’s 2026 Top 20 Under 40
Professional Women in Construction recognized Sarah among its 2026 Top 20 Under 40 Women in the AEC Industry.
Insights
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485-x at 100 units: what changes for developers
Above 100 units, 485-x adds a construction wage floor, owner-signed certified payroll and joint liability. Here is what that means, and how to keep the exemption.
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HPD’s M/WBE Build Up program, explained for developers
How HPD’s M/WBE Build Up goal is calculated, which costs count, when filings are due, and how developers meet it with certified firms.
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What a resident engineer does on an NYC DEP or DDC project
What the resident engineer does on NYC DEP and DDC projects, from daily field oversight and payments to safety, coordination and closeout.
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Gowanus Canal Storm Sewers: lessons from the street
Lessons from Phase 1 of the Gowanus Canal Storm Sewers program for NYC DDC and DEP, for any owner rebuilding infrastructure in a dense neighborhood.
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How to cure open violations before you buy a building
How buyers of New York buildings find, cure and clear open DOB, OATH and HPD violations before closing, and what to do when time runs out.
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Passive House and Local Law 97: the CM’s view
What Local Law 97 and Passive House mean once construction starts, and how a construction manager protects energy performance on site.
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