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The changing image of construction – technology’s influence

How has technology changed construction? Jake Pepper discusses how it's becoming a business driver. 

January 24, 2017
Virtual construction & technology, Industry insights
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A call to action for construction

In the spirit of continuous improvement, we asked each of our services leaders how they would challenge our industry to improve in 2017.

January 19, 2017
Safety, Quality, High performance & sustainability
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Tips for trying tech toys today

Want to introduce new technology into your projects in 2017? Read about what is coming up in 2017 and how to get started.

January 4, 2017
Virtual construction & technology
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Happy Holidays 2016

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from your friends at Pepper Construction!

December 21, 2016
Projects, Community involvement
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Eating on the job

Autodesk's BIM 360 Food Truck made a special lunchtime visit to one of Pepper's project sites in downtown Chicago.

December 5, 2016
Projects, About Pepper
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The heart of a vision

Last month, the Nanovic family, staff and students expressed gratitude to our tradespeople in a neat way. We were touched by their generosity and appreciative of their vision.

November 23, 2016
Projects, Education
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From silo-ed to integrated

While we are working more collaboratively with industry partners, the departments within our companies continue to operate in silos. Learn how Pepper is blurring the lines within our organization to deliver more integrated solutions.

November 10, 2016
Industry insights
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Technology-enabled collaboration during preconstruction

When an owner is looking for a team that will work together to solve project challenges, what does that look like? Learn 5 ways technology can help.

October 27, 2016
Virtual construction & technology
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A historic renovation brings a new retail concept to life in a Chicago landmark

With merchandise and a design aesthetic that makes a statement, Restoration Hardware wanted to find a Chicago space that would provide a retail "experience" worthy of its brand. Welcome to RH Chicago – The Gallery at the Three Arts Club.

October 18, 2016
Projects, Hospitality and retail
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8 residential high rise building systems to analyze for cost savings

Analyzing these leading indicators will turn your theoretical budget for a residential high rise construction project into your actual budget.

October 13, 2016
High rise, Preconstruction
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Balancing act - how our subcontracting community views technology

Even though building information modeling (BIM) has been around for 20 years, our industry is still figuring out how to best leverage this tool. How are subcontractors adopting new technology and what is holding them back?

October 11, 2016
Virtual construction & technology, Trade partnerships
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7 considerations for making high rise residential construction predictable

High-rise apartments are a risky investment – from securing financing to the time it takes to build. With so much at stake, how can you get the most out of your construction team and ensure you receive the right guidance for your project?

October 6, 2016
Virtual construction & technology, High rise, Preconstruction