The New York University Tandon School of Engineering has created the Institute of Design and Construction(IDC) Innovations Hub.

The center is intended to promote innovation in construction, engineering design and management. Member firms will be able to use the center’s resources to improve efficiency, control costs and help identify innovative solutions that emphasize sustainability, fiscal responsibility and safety.

As part of its mission, the center intends to:

• Help industry executives devise creative solutions to sensitive project design and construction issues
• Provide access to consultancy services from experienced and independent experts for specific projects
• Sponsor informational seminars on topics ranging from organizational and leadership issues to best practices in the selection of materials and machinery
• Support a range of training programs provided by academics and industry leaders
• Promote networking opportunities among a wide spectrum of organizations spanning the construction sector, such as local, state, and federal government agencies; utilities, hospitals, airlines, manufacturers and developers; architecture, engineering and construction service providers; and labor organizations
• Serve as a national clearinghouse for sharing information on consulting and construction opportunities

The IDC Innovations Hub is chaired by Dr. Michael Horodniceanu, PE, a transportation and construction executive, who is a professor in the Department of Urban and Civil Engineering.