As we inch closer to the pandemic’s end, much has been discussed regarding how to return to normal. For office buildings and office renovations this could mean the inclusion of technologies that have become mainstream over the last 15 months. …
Building for Resiliency: Returning to School with New COVID-19 Considerations
How can schools reopen safely this fall amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic? This question is on everyone’s minds lately in the NY metro area— educators, students, and parents alike. Though it is largely understood that no single action will eliminate …
What we’ve Learned from COVID-19
Learning experiences aren’t always pleasant, and that’s certainly the case with this pandemic. However, the Talisen way is to always look for the positive. Our team sat down to review the situation and identify what stood out to us as …
People, Process & Talisen’s 4 Pillars in Company Culture
Here at Talisen Construction, we seek to achieve perfection in all aspects of our company. As an organization, it has always been our greatest goal to build a company culture that rests upon the same four pillars, or core values, …
Talisen Donated Our N95 Masks to Healthcare Workers: Can You Do the Same?
As you may have seen, we are taking proactive steps and precautions to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). In times like these, it’s important that we all band together and do our part to contribute to the greater …
LIVE: Bike to the Beach 2019
WATCH TEAM TALISEN RIDE LIVE Watch Team Talisen cycle from NYC to Westhampton in the 2019 Bike To The Beach for Autism. Just click on the “Watch Live” button below! The live stream will start at 5am on June 7th and …
New York’s Bustling Biotech Industry
In 2016, Mayor Bill DeBlasio and Governor Andrew Cuomo each announced funding initiatives to position New York as an epicenter for life science research, competing with the likes of leading biotech destinations such as Boston and San Francisco. Aided by …
We Decided to Share Some of Our Internal Data with Our Vendor Partners. Here’s What Happened Next.
Data is on everyone’s minds these days. When used correctly, data allows us to better understand our productivity, progress and financials. But that’s only the tip of the iceberg of what data can actually do. Talisen Construction uses data to do …
Philip Scandariato and Stephanie Rudman Join Talisen Construction Corp
Duo to Serve as Business Unit Director, Director of Business Development Phil Scandariato joins the Talisen team with nearly two decades’ experience managing multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects with Skanska. Phil is well-equipped to serve as one of Talisen’s three Business …
Light It Up Blue: Talisen Raises Awareness for Autism
April 2nd is Autism Awareness Day! ‘Light It Up Blue’ is a Great Way to Raise Awareness for Autism 1 in 68 children are diagnosed with Autism every year. Autism is a spectrum disorder that typically causes difficulties in social …
Joseph Rigazio to Speak at Bisnow’s Healthcare East Event
Join Talisen CEO, Joseph Rigazio, at Bisnow’s National Healthcare East Conference We are thrilled to announce that Bisnow will be hosting their National Healthcare East series on Tuesday, October 31st at the Convene space (117 W. 46th Street, New York, …
How to Dig In: A Project Management Method That Works
The very first project management job I ever had was likely the same one you had: the childhood chore of keeping the bedroom clean. When I was younger, I’d often rearrange my bedroom, trying to find the most aesthetically pleasing …
Bike to the Beach 2017 Was a Huge Success!
BIKE TO THE BEACH NY 2017: 100 MILES FROM NYC TO WESTHAMPTON Bike to the Beach number two is in the books for Team Talisen! This year we grew our team by 10 riders to 35 people and are happy to …
Talisen is Hiring!
Refer a potential employee to us. If we end up hiring them, you will be rewarded! Know someone who would like to join the Talisen team? That’s great news, we’re hiring (a lot)! Here at Talisen we pride ourselves on …
Team Talisen Honored by NYS Senate
WATCH THE VIDEO: John Rigazio & Team Talisen Honored by The NYS Senate State Senator Todd Kaminsky presented a proclamation on the Senate floor to John Rigazio of Team Talisen recognizing him for his unique contribution to Autism awareness. As …
Talisen Gives Back: The Bowery Mission & Guardians of Rescue
Giving Back to the community is part of building the best possible tomorrow. At the end of 2016 the Talisen team had the chance to volunteer their time with The Bowery Mission and Guardians of Shelter. Dedicated to building New …
Bob Dylan and the Power of Reinvention
New years is in the rear view, and your “resolution” may be too–but it’s never to late to reinvent! As a construction company we help to empower organizations focused on creativity, wellness, and community improvement by building beautifully functional spaces …
Get to Know Talisen: Field Superintendent
At Talisen, our people are our core. Day in, and day out, every member of the Talisen team gives their all to make sure that we’re building the safest and highest quality projects in New York. Our field superintendent’s do this hands-on …
Mentor Materials: Talisen Shadow-Day!
Just a few weeks back Talisen was thrilled to host our first-ever Shadow Day! Part of Professional Women in Construction’s Mentor program. Kristy Tougas, an intern and current Architecture Major at Columbia University joined us for the day to gain …
Talisen’s Safety Committee Survey: Download Now
Know The Facts, Be Prepared NYC Buildings found that there was a 48% increase in the number of accidents between 2014 and 2015. One simple, scientific, and proven way to fix this? A Safety Committee focused on clear communication, teamwork, …
Bike to the Beach NY: Team Talisen completes 100 Mile Cycle for Autism
BIKE TO THE BEACH NY: 100 MILES FROM NYC TO WESTHAMPTON Bike to the Beach NY: We did it! We are happy to inform you that all 25 Team Talisen riders crossed the finish line. Even better, our team raised …
The Beginner’s Guide to Succeeding in the Construction Industry
Proven Methods for Succeeding in the Construction Industry Succeeding in the construction industry can be quite a challenge. Often times it requires extensive hours, extreme dedication, and a high level of knowledge. As such, Hays has put together a report to …
A Different Kind of Scaffolding
SCAFFOLDING: COMPLETING TASKS IN SMALL STEPS TO ACCOMPLISH A BIG GOAL. The design for the Bike to the Beach 2016 jersey is in and it looks great! We’d like to thank the folks at Bike to the Beach for including Talisen in the design. …
Five Reasons to Bike to the Beach
We need your help! This year, Talisen is participating in the 2016 Bike to the Beach for Autism event. Autism currently receives less than 5% of federal funding for any developmental disorder; but together we can change that. Riding in …
A Presidential Guide to Architecture
Architecture and Organization It’s 8 AM, you have a busy day ahead of you with a lot to accomplish. When you get to your work area you look down to notice that your hands are rapidly organizing everything around you …
Making The New Year Count: Streamlining Your Goals
Ah. 2016, we made it! As we move into another new year it’s a great practice to sit back and assess how last year went. What did/didn’t go our way, why/why not, and what can be done to improve in …
Toast the Season: Holiday Traditions
Although all of us at Talisen have different holiday traditions, we share in the spirit of the season together! Whether it is a family trip to a tree farm or a night making our own decorations, everyone celebrates the holiday …
Thank You: An Excellent End to 2015
While we continue to digest all of that food, Talisen would like to consider all of the wonderful projects we were able to participate in during the course of this year and say thank you. We’re reminded of all …
This Holiday Season: Plan on Planning
November already! Thanksgiving…good food, family, friends…oh yeah, and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade! Looking forward to these exciting events, we often forget about all of the preparation and management work that needs to be done for them become the extravaganzas …
Five Things We Learned About Urban Climate Adaptation
Last week, Talisen attended the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Urban Climate Adaptation event. With the growing public acknowledgement of rapid ice melt, rising sea levels, and the host of problems that face urban environments across the globe, the AIA’s …
Social Spaces: Brewpubs for the 21st Century
Despite being in the food and beverage category, brewpubs follow a much more relaxed design approach than their restaurant counterparts. In most restaurants, the space is designed to make sure that the patron and staff areas, especially the kitchen, do …
Designing One Another: Three Eras of Fashion and Architecture
Did you ever gaze out of the window at your office wondering what was going on outside?…I mean…having an incredible moment of inspiration. Well, so has everyone else since before the United States was established. Starting largely with London’s famed …
The Social Workspace: How Outdoor Offices Benefit New York City
Why do companies like Google, Twitter, and Facebook consistently get rated as some of the best places to work? Is it the highly competitive salaries or great benefits? Actually, most research indicates that these firm’s advanced social environments are responsible …
Charter Schools: Metamorphosing New York City’s Buildings
Like it or not, charter schools are taking up more and more space in New York City, and it doesn’t look like they’ll be slowing down anytime soon. With almost two hundred charters populating the five boroughs since 1999, these …
Three Lessons I Learned as a Laborer
Long before the sun begins its travels across the sky I rise from my bed to begin the day. After I get dressed, making sure I have my work boots and Talisen t-shirt, it’s time to take inventory of my …
Hunger For Green Spaces Transforming NYC Commercial Spaces
“Driving into the city, you can’t help but notice the rooftop gardens. They’re everywhere,” says Thomas Lewis, an urban garden designer and owner of Floral Studio. “They’re everywhere. “ Add to that a steadily increasing number of interior green spaces …
8 Eye-Opening Facts About NY’s Scaffold Law You Need To Know
The Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government has done a fantastic study to look at the true impact of Labor Law 240 – more familiarly known as the Scaffold Law. You can read the study here, but just in case …
Talisen Construction is Hiring
Talisen is Hiring Construction Project Manager / Estimator About the Job NYC based General Contracting & Construction Management firm seeking experienced Project Manager for corporate and retail interior renovations. Job Responsibilities include: Estimating – Quantitative Take-offs – Bid Proposals Project …
TPG Architecture News Piece Spotlights Talisen Projects for Municipal Credit Union
TPG Architecture, a NYC based firm focusing on Corporate Interiors and Retail design, recently highlighted news about two projects they carried out together with Talisen Construction for Municipal Credit Union. The piece details Municipal Credit Union´s Ribbon-Cutting Event in Harlem …
Talisen LinkedIn Webinar Takeaways
LinkedIn is continually in the news these days. Forbes recently revealed LinkedIn to be the most popular and trusted social networking site for executives and LinkedIn’s own Editor just stated in the New York Times that “My personal goal is …
Soft Costs: A Hard Hit to Your Bottom Line
Talisen has had the opportunity to work so many talented architects over the years. John C. Sweeney is one such architect, with whom we renovated a major portion of the interior of Genpact International’s US Corporate Headquarters. Recently, Mr. Sweeney …
Talisen Construction Corporation Receives Grand Award
Talisen is incredibly honored to have been presented with the 2012 Gold Nugget Award for the Best Interior Renovations. This award was granted to us for our work, alongside DES Architects + Engineers, on the Accel Partners renovations. Our efficient, innovative …
NYC Construction Management Spotlight: Going Green on a Budget
The PlaNYC Law & Value Engineering In September, NYC celebrated Climate Week. This is a time to celebrate the achievements the city has made in reducing greenhouse gases. The recently enacted PLaNYC law was designed to facilitate a significant reduction …
Understanding the Role of Value Engineering in Project Profitability
There are many challenges inherent in NYC construction management. The greatest city in the world has developed an unbelievable web of bureaucracy and regulation. Logistical obstacles abound, from sourcing specialty materials to ensuring materials loss prevention. There is continually increasing …
Building Better Retail Banks: Can Value Engineering Deliver For Building & Property Managers
If you are a building or property manager, you know the value of having a retail bank on your ground floor. Not only are banks high-value, stable tenants, they can serve as an attractive anchor point for higher end retailers, …
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