Mixed-use developments at interstate interchanges are the low-hanging fruit of commercial real estate development. Well-located sites next to busy roads are magnets for hotels, restaurants, housing and, sometimes, office and warehouse space. Just south of Indianapolis in Morgan County, economic development officials are working on a 90-acre mixed-use project adjacent to a new section of…
Just a few years after embracing life sciences as an economic engine, one city in the Indianapolis region has filled one life sciences campus and is looking for opportunities to meet the continuing demand. Fishers, a city of more than 100,000 immediately northeast of Indianapolis, created the Fishers Life Sciences and Innovation Park at…
Annual outlook finds price, labor and supply concerns are still impacting the health care construction market By Chris Dimick and Jamie Morgan High inflation and low skilled labor availability continued to hammer health care construction over the last year. Mix in supply chain shortages, which are still limiting the availability of key equipment and building…
At Meyer Najem, we’ve made it our mission to create a culture of safety that extends beyond just adhering to regulations. OSHA standards serve as our foundation, guiding us in creating secure work environments. This commitment to safety is not just about protecting our team members, but also about strengthening our relationships with clients. A…
Mental health in the construction industry is a critical but often overlooked aspect of overall well-being. A study in 2020 found that 14.3 percent of workers struggled with anxiety and nearly six percent struggled with depression-based symptoms. The nature of the construction profession, characterized by high-pressure environments, demanding physical labor, tight deadlines, and frequent job…
At Meyer Najem, we have an aggressive position on safety and a relentless motive to continuously improve it. Construction work is inherently one of the most dangerous occupations, and winter weather can make it even more dangerous. Even though this has been one of the milder winters on record, taking proper safety precautions now to…
Statistics about talent shortages have dominated the headlines in recent years, particularly in the construction industry. Baby Boomers are retiring, widening gaps in worker availability. At the same time, the demand for construction is getting stronger, as communities grow and existing facilities and infrastructure age. How do we address the challenge? With a stated interest…
With Interviews from Adam Tiedemann and Chris Jackson Dear Military Veterans & Reserves, At Meyer Najem, we are filled with gratitude and appreciation for our veterans and current reserve military personnel for their unwavering commitment and sacrifice. Your dedication to serving our country is a testament to your courage and selflessness. In the face of…
By: Jack Quigley, Building Excellence Magazine Indiana University Health is constructing a medical office building (MOB) and parking garage in downtown Indianapolis at the intersection of 16th Street and Capitol Avenue called Capitol View. Together with the new downtown hospital (being built across Capitol Avenue to the west and connected via glass pedestrian bridge), Capitol…
In Florida and other growing communities, the demand for public infrastructure and facilities continues to surge. Yet—for many critical construction projects—limited funding and resources are keeping plans on the shelf. Fortunately, if you represent a municipality or other local government, the State of Florida provides an innovative method to address the needs of your community:…