TheJobWalk E.36

Welcome to this week’s edition of TheJobWalk! CRH cements a $2.1B deal to acquire Eco Material Technologies, while KKR & ECP unveil a massive $4B AI data center campus. CoreWeave makes noise with a $6B data center investment in Pennsylvania, Hard Rock rolls into Athens with a luxe new hotel, and ICON pioneers 3D-printed homes in Austin. Let’s dive in!

NEWS
CRH to Buy Eco Material Technologies for $2.1 billion

Eco Material is the top supplier in North America of cementitious materials (SCMs). These are things like fly ash, pozzolans, synthetic gypsum, and green cement that help make concrete with a smaller carbon footprint. The company has more than 125 utility source locations, processing about 7 million tons of fly ash and 3 million tons of gypsum every year.

CRH says this deal will make it a cement‑plus‑SCM player across North America. Its CEO Jim Mintern said the deal helps supply important materials for new infrastructure and makes CRH a leader as the world moves toward cleaner cement.

More than 1,100 Eco Material employees will join CRH. The business will keep operating under the name Eco Material Technologies, a CRH Company. CRH plans to pay for the deal using cash on hand and does not expect any change to its credit ratings. The deal is expected to close sometime in 2025 after regulatory approval.

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PROJECTS
Build of The Week

KKR & ECP $4Billion AI Data Center Campus

KKR and ECP (Energy Capital Partners), in a joint venture with CyrusOne, are investing up to $4 billion to build a hyperscale data center campus just outside Dallas. The campus will deliver over 700,000 sqft of space and an IT capacity of 144 MW. It includes sustainability features, water conservation, and dedicated power infrastructure. Construction is underway following the July 2025 announcement, with the campus slated to be operational by Q4 2026.

• Developer/Investors: KKR & ECP (Energy Capital Partners)

• Operator: CyrusOne

• Sector: Data Center

• Value: $4 Billion

• Location: Bosque County, Dallas

Movement in the field:

🔋CoreWeave Drops a $6B Mic in Pennsylvania: This month it was announced that Turner Construction Company & Wohlsen Construction Company will build CoreWeave's new $6B data center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The project will be split into two sites with a combined size of 1.9 million square feet on Harrisburg Pike and Greenfield Road. The date of construction starting has not yet been disclosed, but the project is due to create 600 construction jobs along with 175 full-time operational roles. 

Key Details: Client: CoreWeave, General Contractors: Turner Construction Company & Wohlsen Construction Company, Award: Data Center, Value: $6 Billion, Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania

🏢Champagne Views Coming Soon for $200 Million: Turnbridge Equities has commenced site demolition and will soon break ground on Highline Glenwood. Barnhill is going to be constructing this 37-story, 306-unit luxury tower in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. JDAVIS designed the brand new high-rise, featuring balconies with 360-degree views and a 37th-floor indoor/outdoor sky lounge. This project will also be Raleigh's tallest, most amenitized residential tower, with project delivery expected in mid-2028.

Key Details: General Contractor: Barnhill, Architects: JDAVIS, Award: Residential, Value: $200 Million, Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, Client: Turnbridge Equities

🏗️From BBQ to High-Rises, Austin’s Towering Ambitions: Waterline Tower is rising fast in downtown Austin, set to become the tallest building in Texas at 1031 feet and 74 stories. The $520M mixed-use tower includes office space, luxury apartments, a 251-key hotel, and 24,000 sq. ft. of retail. Construction began in 2022, and the structure has now reached over 890 feet. The project is on track for full completion by late 2026.

Key Details: Developer: Lincoln Property Company & Kairoi Residential, General Contractor: DPR Construction, Design Team: KPF & HKS, Inc, Sector: Mixed-Use/High-Rise, Value: $520 Million, Location: Austin, Texas

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WORLD
Hard Rock Hotel, Athens

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Athens is part of the big Hellinikon project in Elliniko, Greece. It will be Europe’s first integrated resort in continental Europe. The resort is set to open in 2027. Inside the tower, there will be 1,100 guest rooms and a 15,000 m² casino with 150 table games and 1,500 slot machines.

There will also be a 3,000-seat indoor theatre and space for up to 4,000 people standing, plus a 17,110 m² conference and exhibition area. Around the buildings, Gensler designed more than 200,000 m² of green open space, and a lively outdoor village with shops, restaurants, bars, and terraces.

This €1.5 billion project is expected to create about 3,000 construction jobs and 3,000 permanent jobs for the local economy. The resort will blend luxury hospitality, entertainment, dining, and culture. It draws on Greek heritage and Mediterranean landscape while using modern architecture by Gensler.

TECH SPOTLIGHT
ICON Releases 3D Printed Homes in Austin

ICON, a company in Austin, Texas, has started building modern 3D-printed homes in the Mueller neighborhood. As of July 25, they have broken ground on a dozen two-story homes. Three of those homes are one-bedroom, 650 sq ft, and priced at $195,000 each. They are part of the Mueller Affordable Homes Program for buyers earning less than $58,525 a year.

These 3D-printed homes are built using ICON’s robotic Vulcan printer. The printer builds walls, floors, and more in about two to four weeks, saving on time, labor, and materials. ICON says it uses 30% less material than traditional construction.

The homes range from 650 to 2,400 square feet, and prices go from the mid-$300,000s up to $1.3 million for larger one- to three-bedroom homes. Designs are by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture and include features like strong insulation and resistance to fire, mold, termites, and water.

These homes will be ready for move‑in by the end of 2025. ICON is using this project to make housing more affordable using innovative technology.

QUICK FIRE ROUND
Your quiz questions for this week:

What is the minimum slope required for a flat roof to ensure proper drainage, per most building codes?

A. 1/4 inch per foot // B. 1/2 inch per foot // C. 1 inch per foot

Which electrical system component is primarily responsible for breaking circuits under fault conditions?

A. Transformer // B. Circuit breaker // C. Conduit

In HVAC design, what is the main advantage of using a Variable Air Volume (VAV) system?

A. Constant airflow and temperature // B. Simpler ductwork layout // C. Individual zone control and energy efficiency

What’s the purpose of post-tensioning in concrete slabs?

A. Increase concrete's thermal resistance // B. Reduce cracking and allow longer spans // C. Speed up curing process

Which document typically outlines material specifications and workmanship standards in construction?

A. Specifications Book // B. Contract Drawings // C. Change Order

Check out the answers at the bottom.

WEEKLY FUNNY
“well… this is awkward”

REFLECTION
This week’s question to ask yourself✌️

Am I where I want to be in my career?

ANSWERS

Q1 A. 1/4 inch per foot // Q2 B. Circuit breaker // Q3 C. Individual zone control and energy efficiency // Q4 B. Reduce cracking and allow longer spans // Q5 A. Specifications Book

How many did you get?