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The skills involved in creating New York City’s breathtaking skyline and infrastructure require the best-trained, safest construction professionals in the world. Since 2001, The Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills, Inc. has provided the training and access to lucrative...

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NYC HELMETS TO HARDHATS

Helmets to Hardhats is a national, nonprofit program that helps National Guard, Reserve, retired and transitioning active-duty military service members successfully transition back into civilian life by providing training and career opportunities in the construction industry. All participating trade organizations conduct...

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NONTRADITIONAL EMPLOYMENT FOR WOMEN

Since 1978, Nontraditional Employment for Women (NEW) has prepared, trained, and placed low-income women in the skilled construction, utility, and maintenance trades. With coordinated efforts between NEW, labor unions, contractors and government to place women in 15 percent of all new...

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QUALITY

QUALITY Quality is the hallmark of union carpenters and contractors. Our excellent work has been acknowledged for many years on projects large and small in commercial, residential, institutional and heavy construction. Here are some recent and current projects where this quality...

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ICRA

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MBE, WBE, DBE, SDVOB

Minority, women, and service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises (MBE, WBE, DBE, SDVOB) are a key component of union carpenters' and contractors' commitment to opportunity and diversity. We are proud of our contractors certified as MBE, WBE, DBE, SDVOBs with government agencies....

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CONTRACTORS

On a construction project, it’s essential to work with contractors you can trust –– businesses with the experience, expertise and capacity to consistently deliver the results an owner expects. Each project is part of an owner's identity and legacy. Using our...

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Veterans Thrive as NYC Union Carpenters and Contractors

Union carpenters and contractors are committed to welcoming military veterans into New York's unionized construction industry as tradespeople and business owners. The New York City & Vicinity District Council of...

Building New York's Best - Hoisting and Scaffolding

Take a look at this short video highlighting the contractors of the Hoisting and Scaffolding Trade Association – HASTA – and the Timbermen of Local Union 1556. Together, they build,...

Union Carpenters and Contractors - Leading the way in hotel and hospitality construction

Hotel and hospitality construction are essential to our recovery. Watch here to see how union carpenters and contractors have been leading the way on these projects and are ready for...

Union Carpenters and Contractors – Trained for Safety and Infection Control in Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare construction, whether it involves renovations to occupied spaces or the development of new facilities, presents unique challenges and risks. Union carpenters and contractors are dedicated to partnering with healthcare...

Research

The Limited Record of the Associated Builders and Contractors in New York City Metropolitan Region Construction, MWBE Development, and Workforce Training

According to a new report by Rochester Research Associates, the upstate-based Associated Builders and Contractors Empire State Chapter has few contractors, MWBEs and training programs in the NYC metro area,...

Union Construction workers diversify

“A new report by EPI President Lawrence Mishel finds that New York City’s union construction sector has become significantly more racially diverse in the past two decades and that...

The Economic, Fiscal, and Social Effects of Ohio’s Prevailing Wage Law

The results of this study indicate that weakening or repealing Ohio’s prevailing wage standard is unlikely to save taxpayer dollars. In fact, a weaker policy would increase taxpayer burdens as...

THE UNION ADVANTAGE DURING THE CONSTRUCTION LABOR SHORTAGE

The Illinois Economic Policy Institute (ILEPI) and Project for Middle-Class Renewal (PMCR) at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign report that unionizing is key to retaining workers and avoiding...

New York’s Prevailing Wage Law - A cost-benefit analysis

The Economic Policy Institute’s analysis of peer-reviewed research shows how prevailing wage laws (1) promote cost-effective quality and safety on taxpayer-funded construction projects, (2) stimulate economic growth and higher tax...

PAYROLL FRAUD IN NEW YORK’S CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY: ESTIMATING ITS PREVALENCE, SEVERITY AND ECONOMIC COSTS

Research by the Institute for Construction Economic Research (ICERES) finds that payroll and tax fraud costs New Yorkers more than $1 billion annually. Cheating contractors gain a $13,500-15,000 cost...

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Bayonne Bridge Renovation

This ambitious union-built project elevated the bridge's deck by 64 feet to accommodate modern cargo ships. A brand-new bike and pedestrian lane were also added. Union carpenters worked with contractors Ferreira Construction Company, Skanska/Koch/Kiewit JV, and American Pile and Foundation...

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Fisher Houses

Union carpenters are proud to have worked on the Fisher Houses project in the Bronx. Since 2019, these homes have provided free lodging for military families of patients at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center. Guests can form a...

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The TWA Hotel at John F. Kennedy International Airport

The historic TWA terminal at JFK Airport is once again open for business after a complete redesign and renovation as a hotel. The new design is inspired by the 1960s space-age futurism, paying homage to the building’s golden era. ...

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Kosciuszko Bridge

Led by the Skanska-Kiewit-Ecco III joint venture on Phase 1 and Granite Construction Northeast on Phase 2, this $873 million project to replace the aging Kosciuszko Bridge that connects Brooklyn and Queens was completed on-budget and four years ahead of...

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Nordstrom NYC

For Seattle-based retailer Nordstrom, only the best would do in its new Manhattan location at the base of the Central Park Tower on 57th St. and Broadway. Visitors are greeted by a wavy, transparent glass curtain wall leading into...

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One Manhattan Square

Extell Development’s 80-story tower at One Manhattan Square includes 1.2 million square feet of space, 815 residences and stunning views of the Brooklyn Bridge and city skyline. Lendlease Construction is the general contractor with union carpenters employed by R&J...

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The House by Handel Architects project at the Cornell Tech site

The House at Cornell Tech on Roosevelt Island is a Passive House with an ultra-low energy certification and 352 apartments for students and faculty. Union carpenters worked with contractors including Anchormen Construction for the foundation, SBF Contracting for the concrete...

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Brooklyn Navy Yard

Trevcon Construction Company and Local Union 1556 working on a new pier at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. This $80,000,000 reconstruction of Pier C will serve as the new city-wide ferry service home port in New York City....

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School Construction Authority

For more than a decade, school construction in existing buildings has been performed by all-union labor and contractors. Taxpayers have saved hundreds of millions of dollars. And NYC’s classrooms are no longer falling apart. Our partnership with the School Construction...

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One Vanderbilt

This extraordinary project was completed ahead of schedule and significantly under budget with world-class quality, and uncompromising safety, all done by union labor and contractors. The New York City District Council of Carpenters and the contractors listed below knocked it...

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425 Park Ave.

425 Park Avenue will provide 667,000 square feet of office space with a new restaurant on the ground floor. This billion-dollar project, an 897-foot-tall, 47-story commercial skyscraper in Midtown East, will be the first full-block tower on Park Avenue in...

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Moynihan Train Hall

The newly completed Moynihan Train Hall has nearly doubled the existing Penn Station rail complex. This has given city commuters a new spacious and world-class transit hub. The 255,000 square foot train hall provides a direct connection to the Eighth...

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Ritz Carlton NoMad

The NoMad Ritz Carlton at 1185 Broadway is another example of the impressive hospitality work completed by the New York City District Council of Carpenters and union contractors. One of the few skyscrapers in the area, this 580-foot-tall hotel features...

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MANHATTAN WEST

Brookfield Properties is developing this 7 million square feet mixed use project that includes offices, housing, a hotel, retail and a public plaza built over rail lines. Union carpenters and contractors are now working on this $4.5 billion project in...

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New York Public Library's Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

The New York Public Library's Stephen A. Schwarzman Building at 476 Fifth Avenue, an NYC landmark, is in good hands with union contractors and the New York City District Council of Carpenters. This $317 million renovation will provide more public...

GIVING BACK

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, GREATER NEW YORK COUNCILS

The Construction and Transportation Good Scout Award Luncheon benefits an American institution -- the Boy Scouts of America. Union carpenters and contractors have been proud to support this event for more than 60 years, including on June 10, 2022, when...

Paul Fernandes

Executive Director

John O'Hare

Board Member, CCA Metro
Managing Director,
Building Contractors Association

Enzo Manzano

Deputy Director of Community Relations

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CONCRETE SUPERSTRUCTURES

These union carpenters and contractors perform the layout of all concrete form fabrication (whether made of wood, steel or any other composition). Their work includes shoring and bracing, erection for footings, walls, columns, pilasters, soffits, spandrels and perimeter forms for slab on ground as well as all construction joints, bulkheads, water stops and expansion joint material. They set all inserts, sleeves, boxes and any penetration in any slab, wall or column.

HEAVY CONSTRUCTION & FOUNDATIONS

These union carpenters and contractors work on buildings, foundations, bridges, tunnels, docks, wharves, and other land and water based structures. They direct cranes, install large, heavy timbers in many settings, and often cut, join, and fasten metal elements using welding equipment and oxy-acetylene torches. Marine divers work in a team of dive-tenders and dockbuilders to do full-time underwater construction.

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Blueprints to Boardrooms: Union Carpenters and Contractors Modernize Chase Bank’s Offices

Union carpenters are not just building structures; they’re crafting the future of corporate America. At 120 Broadway, the offices of Chase Bank are undergoing a transformation led by skilled union...

Union Carpenters and Contractors Breathe New Life into Hunts Point Library

Union contractors and carpenters with the New York City District Council of Carpenters are working on much-needed renovations at the Hunts Point Library in the Bronx. These renovations include a...

From Foundations to Finishes: Union Craftsmanship at Its Peak

🛠️ Exciting News from the Heart of Manhattan! Union contractors and carpenters with the New York City District Council of Carpenters are bringing their exceptional craftmanship to 278 Eighth...

Shaping Skylines: Union Carpentry Transforms NYC Living

Union contractors and carpenters from the New York City District Council of Carpenters are currently engaged in constructing a new 23-story residential building situated at 300 East 50th Street in...

Crafting the Future: Union Carpentry in NYC's Architectural Revitalization

Over a dozen skilled union contractors and carpenters from the New York City District Council of Carpenters are bringing their expertise to the revitalization of the 92-year-old former World Telegram...

Expert Union Carpentry on Display at 550 10th Avenue

Union contractors and carpenters from the New York City District of Carpenters are currently engaged in constructing an eagerly anticipated 520-foot-tall residential skyscraper located at 550 Tenth Avenue. This impressive...

Unveiling the East Midtown Greenway

This month marks the grand opening of the East Midtown Greenway, spanning from East 53rd Street to East 61st Street in Manhattan. This achievement was made possible through the outstanding...

The Brook Unveiled: Union Craftsmanship in Full Swing

Union contractors and carpenters from the New York City District of Carpenters are steadily continuing their work on a new residential skyscraper in downtown Brooklyn. The Brook, located at 589...

LIC's newest residential tower

The Italic, located at 26-32 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City, is the area's newest residential tower and a wonderful space for prospective tenants. Soaring 526 feet high, the building...

Union Craftsmanship and Quality Results at 25 Madison Avenue

NoMad, a vibrant Manhattan neighborhood, is home to a unique mix of retail, commercial, and luxury residential buildings that are transforming quickly and bringing new life into the up-and-coming area....

Building Brilliance: Union Carpentry Reshapes 277 Park Avenue

Union contractors and carpenters with the New York City District Council of Carpenters are contributing their expertise to the modernization and renovation of 277 Park Avenue. This towering 50-story office...

Union Expertise at Work: Revitalizing 280 Park Avenue

Union contractors and carpenters with the New York City District Council of Carpenters are renovating offices at 280 Park Avenue, a 1.3 million square foot commercial building situated in Midtown...

Union Carpenters and Contractors Transform Morgan Stanley's Broadway Offices

Union contractors and the New York City District Council of Carpenters are renovating the offices at 1585 Broadway, home to Morgan Stanley, a prominent multinational investment bank. The recent trend...

555 Greenwich Street: Union Craftsmanship Shines in Hudson Square

A new 16-story commercial building in Hudson Square, 555 Greenwich Street, has recently opened. Spanning 270,000 square feet, the tower will be home to prominent companies like Google and Disney....

Crafting Excellence: Union Carpentry Revamps 1166 Sixth Avenue

In the heart of New York City, a notable renovation project is underway at 1166 Sixth Avenue, spearheaded by talented union contractors and carpenters from the New York City District...

Union Carpentry Transforming Saks Fifth Avenue Flagship building at 611 Fifth

The iconic Saks Fifth Avenue flagship building at 611 Fifth Avenue is currently undergoing a tremendous transformation, thanks to highly skilled union contractors and carpenters with the New York City...

Portal North Bridge: Transforming the Northeast Corridor

Skanska Traylor PNB JV and the New York City District Council of Carpenters, known for their expertise and strong commitment to safety, are actively involved in the challenging heavy construction...

Union Craftsmanship: Enhancing NYC's 149th St. Police Precinct

Union contractors, in collaboration with the New York City District Council of Carpenters, are enhancing the 40th Precinct at 567 East 149th St. Union carpenters and contractors take immense pride...

High-Quality Upgrades at 731 Lexington: On Time, On Budget

The striking mixed-use skyscraper situated on the east side of Midtown Manhattan, 731 Lexington Avenue, serves as the headquarters for Bloomberg L.P., making it a hub for business and productivity....

Staten Island University Hospital: Building with Excellence and Safety in Mind!

Staten Island University Hospital, one of New York's premiere medical institutions, is a 668-bed specialized teaching hospital that occupies two main campuses and numerous community-based health centers and laboratories. As...

Iconic Crown Building Renovation Underway

Exciting progress has been made at the iconic 730 Fifth Avenue Crown Building. Highly skilled union contractors and carpenters from the New York City District Council of Carpenters are hard...

Major renovation of W Hotel in Union Square

The W Hotel Union Square, located at 201 Park Ave. South, recently underwent a major renovation project led by union contractors and the New York City District Council of Carpenters....

Union Carpentry Excellence: Zero Irving Wraps Up in Union Square

The now completed Zero Irving is one of Union Square's most dynamic and engaging new office developments in decades because of the integration of quality design, unique amenities, and superior...

Bronx Facility Transformation: Union Builders in Action

Highly skilled union contractors and carpenters with the New York City District Council of Carpenters are utilizing their industry-leading expertise to build anaerobic digester facilities at the Hunts Point Wastewater...

New Senior Affordable Housing Unveiled in Bronx at 2856 Webster Avenue

Much-needed senior affordable housing has arrived in the Bronx at the recently completed apartments at 2856 Webster Avenue. Union contractors and the New York City District Council of Carpenters have...

Union carpenters and contractors modernize Goldman Sachs HQ

Union carpenters and contractors are proud to have built the Goldman Sachs HQ at 200 West Street more than a decade ago as part of lower Manhattan’s revitalization, and we...

Exciting Changes at JFK's Terminal 1!

Get ready for a new era of travel at John F. Kennedy International Airport's Terminal 1. This iconic terminal is currently undergoing a significant revitalization led by skilled union contractors...

Tech Giant's New Home: 122 Fifth Avenue Renovation Complete

The extensive renovation of 122 Fifth Avenue in midtown Manhattan is now complete, unveiling Microsoft's second-largest office in the city. Covering over 300,000 square feet and standing 11 stories tall,...

Senior housing complex comes to Soundview

Exciting news for the Soundview neighborhood in the Bronx! A state-of-the-art senior housing complex is underway at 1940 Turnbull Avenue, spanning 14 stories and offering 154 units. Providing suitable homes...

Union Craftsmanship Elevates NYC Skyscraper

The JPMorgan Chase building at 270 Park Avenue is rapidly rising, adding a captivating structure to the New York City skyline. Union contractors and the New York City District Council...

Transformation of the Interfaith Medical Center

Expertly trained union contractors and the New York City District Council of Carpenters are transforming the Interfaith Medical Center on 1545 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn into an innovative, state-of-the-art facility....

TSX Broadway Hotel opening soon in Times Square

The hard work and craftsmanship of 20 union contractors, along with the New York City District Council of Carpenters, have paid off as the TSX Broadway Hotel at 1568 Broadway...

Gotham Point's North Tower

Experienced union contractors and carpenters from the New York City District Council of Carpenters are engaged in yet another exciting residential development. The North Tower of Gotham Point stands proudly...

Revitalizing Coney Island Hospital

The construction and renovations at Coney Island Hospital are well underway, thanks to the skilled and dedicated work of union contractors and the New York City District Council of Carpenters....

Veterans Thrive as NYC Union Carpenters and Contractors

One Madison Avenue's Transformation

One Madison Avenue is not just a new construction project—it's a remarkable transformation! This ambitious endeavor involves the gut renovation of an iconic existing eight-story structure and the construction of...

3ELEVEN, a 60-story residential skyscraper

Exterior work at 3ELEVEN, located at 601 West 29th Street near Hudson Yards, is nearing completion. The 60-story, 695-foot-tall residential skyscraper will yield 935 units with 235 of them designated...

Google NY Headquarters At 550 Washington Street

Three dozen highly experienced union contractors and the New York City District Council of Carpenters are near completion of their work at Google's newest 12-story campus at 550 Washington Street....

Construction Work on the Bruckner Expressway

The Bruckner Expressway, one of the most important thoroughfares in the Bronx, is in need of significant repair. To address this, Unionport Constructors JV, Marvin Developments, and heavy highway carpenters...

Tiffany's NYC Flagship Store renovation nearly complete

The Tiffany & Co. flagship expansion and renovation at 727 Fifth Avenue is nearly complete! Union contractors and the New York City District Council of Carpenters renovated 10 floors and...

52nd Annual Apprentice Contest and Open House

Yesterday the New York City District Council of Carpenters Training Center hosted its 52nd annual 4th Year Graduating Apprentice Open House/Exhibit. The graduating apprentices participated in building projects for the...

Getting ready for opening day at Citi Field

Union contractors and the NYC District Council of Carpenters are getting ready for the Mets' Opening Day at the world-class Citi Field on April 6th. #Baseball #NYC #Mets #Renovation

The Apsley Completes Construction

Work is now complete at The Apsley at 2330 Broadway on Manhattan's Upper West Side. At over 100,000 square feet, this senior living facility will be one of the most...

Large-scale renovation for Microsoft at 122 Fifth Avenue

A large-scale renovation of 122 Fifth Avenue in midtown Manhattan has begun. It will become Microsoft's second-largest office in the city. The landmark 11-story building sits at the intersection of...

Two Manhattan West: A Triumph of Union Carpenters and Contractors

Work on the new 58-story Two Manhattan West is nearing completion. The 935-foot-tall commercial skyscraper in Midtown West will have 1.9 million square feet of flexible office space with state-of-the-art...

Construction complete at The Spiral

The Spiral at 66 Hudson Boulevard, an impressive skyscraper with stunning views and cascading wraparound exterior terraces, was built with the skill and dedication of union contractors and the New...

Construction has topped out on the expansion of The Frick Collection

The Frick Collection, located at 1 East 70th Street on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, is the highly coveted home of masterpieces from the Renaissance to the early twentieth...

Renovations continue at 666 Third Avenue

Renovations continue at 666 Third Avenue, a 32-story Art Deco office building on 42nd Street in midtown Manhattan, located in the Chrysler Center Complex. Owners and developers know that union...