Recession in Construction Industry Nearing End, Experts Say
Published May 19, 2011
Construction officials are still optimistic that their industry’s recession is nearing the end, citing pockets of improvements in certain sectors as leading indicators that business is improving and stabilizing.
“We are seeing reemergence in hospitality renovation, more than new developments,” said Peter Heald, COO of Cumming Corp. “We are seeing healthcare take off in a big way in San Diego and California and in higher education and K-12 (schools).” [More]
Company President Attributes Mission Statement, Philosophy to Firm’s Success
Published
Mike Jensen, president of project and cost management firm Cumming, believes in hard work and leading by example. He stresses to his team members and those he mentors the importance of going above and beyond what clients ask for. “We’re service oriented,” said Jensen. “We take care of our clients and the projects we work on as if they were our own.” [More]
Cumming Announces Executive Moves
Published May 12, 2011
Thomas Noto III has been appointed director of business 
development at Cumming, an international project and cost consultancy firm in Carmel Mountain, and Alan Plummer has been promoted to the position of director of building information modeling for the company.
Cumming Selected by Hilton Worldwide to Deliver Project Management Services on Four Western U.S. Properties
Published April 8, 2011
Through competitive RFP processes, Cumming has recently been awarded project management services agreements on four Hilton Worldwide projects across California, Washington, and Texas. Cumming is to deliver cost and project management services on all four properties, with each involving various degrees of renovation. The total combined value of the projects is approximately $19 million. The properties include the Doubletree Mission Valley in San Diego, California; the Doubletree Hotel Spokane City Center in Spokane, Washington; the Doubletree Hotel Seattle Airport in Seattle, Washington; and the Embassy Suites Austin – Downtown/Town Lake in Austin, Texas.
Cumming’s primary role is to ensure not only that each property remains operational during construction, but also that the utmost attention is being paid to the Hilton guest experience throughout the process. The Cumming team will help develop logistics and phasing plans for each project, hire the A&E team, manage the design process, procure the contractor, perform on-site construction management, and lead all FF&E and close-out activities. The projects are currently underway with final completion set for March of 2012.
Cumming Creates Energy and Financial Savings for Sharp Grossmont Hospital
Published March 28, 2011
Cumming, a leading international project and cost consultancy firm, has teamed with Sharp Grossmont Hospital to provide valuable Cost Management services that will help ensure hospital-wide improvements including new energy-efficiency features, technological upgrades and internal renovations to the La Mesa site. By leveraging Cumming’s industry-leading construction consulting team, Sharp Grossmont looks to bring the hospital a striking new look and overhauled internal operational structure to meet the county’s growing health care needs. [More]
Cumming Relocates San Diego Office to Expand Operations
Published March 25, 2011
As part of its dedication to providing comprehensive services to the San Diego market, Cumming relocated its San Diego headquarters to 15015 Avenue of Science, Suite 160, San Diego, CA. The move allows for the company to continue its mission to provide an unparalleled culture of high quality services through a larger and more open workspace.
In 1999, just three years after Cumming was founded, the company established its San Diego office in Rancho Bernardo. Now located in Carmel Mountain, Cumming’s expanded location will furnish the San Diego team with a fresh, improved working environment. With more open space and improved communication and interaction, Cumming is further reinforcing its culture of client focus, involved team members, integrity, and quality. [More]
UCSD Selects Cumming for Infrastructure Upgrades
Published January 7, 2011
Earlier this week, the University of California, San Diego’s Facilities Design & Construction group selected Cumming to augment its internal Healthcare Project Management Team during the implementation of $125 million in infrastructure improvements system-wide. Project types anticipated under the program include upgrades to roofs, site utilities, and HVAC and other mechanical and electrical systems. These improvements will be undertaken at the La Jolla and Hillcrest Medical Centers, as well as at several University-owned medical office buildings throughout the region.
Mr. Gary Wissert, Project Executive with Cumming, will serve as Project Manager for the work. Gary will leverage his strong background in M/E/P systems design and construction, along with his expertise in job order contracting, to support the initiative.
Host Hotels Selects Cumming for Manhattan Beach Marriott Project
Published December 31, 2010
Cumming has been selected by Host Hotels and Resorts to provide complete project management from planning through close-out. This project, valued at more than $5 million, comprises the renovation of all guest restrooms and corridors at the Manhattan Beach Marriott. Cumming will also provide cost estimating services, including the development of the budget, schedule, and investment committee scope. The project is scheduled to be complete in October 2011.
Host Hotels Calls Upon Cumming Once Again for JW Marriott Desert Springs’ Upgrades
Published November 19, 2010
The JW Marriott Desert Springs has long stood as one of Marriott’s flagship resorts under the JW Marriott line. Originally constructed in 1987, this award-winning four-star resort is one of the largest resort and convention complexes in the southwestern United States.
Host Hotels, the owner of the resort, has reengaged Cumming to manage the soft goods renovations of all 884 rooms, as well as manage the complete repositioning of the property’s Lakeview Restaurant. Additionally, many of the facility’s 64 suites will receive more extensive renovations, and all handicap accessible rooms will be brought up to current federal ADA guidelines.
Cumming Selected by Host Hotels to Implement “Great Room” Concept
Published October 29, 2010
Through a competitive RFP process, Cumming has been rehired by Host Hotels and Resorts to deliver cost and project management services on a renovation project within the Scottsdale Marriott Suites Old Town facility. This approximately $3 million project involves the creation of more open space within the hotel – a design Marriott refers to as its “great room” concept – along with extensive improvements and upgrades to its fitness center.
Part of Cumming’s role is to ensure the facility remains operational throughout construction. The Cumming team will help develop logistics and phasing plans for the project, as well as hire the A&E team, manage the design process, procure the contractor, perform on-site construction management, and lead all FF&E and close-out activities. The project is scheduled to be complete in October of 2011.
