Turner hits new LEED certification high mark

Mega-builder Turner Construction announced that it now has 81 of it’s 160 New Jersey-based staff members LEED accredited, more than any other construction management firm in the United States. Last year the firm completed more than $3-billion in LEED certified projects.

LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design and has become a legitimate engineering standard â€śgreen” building. Clients and project owners both in the government and private sector are increasingly requiring contractors to bring LEED certification and design to the bidding table. If you’re interested in learning more check out the U.S. Green Building Council website.