Build Nexus

For Architects, Engineers & Trades

Specialty trades play a critical role in LL97 compliance—and the demand for skilled trade professionals is rising fast across New York City.

Increased Demand for Electrification

Electricians are in particularly high demand due to:

• Heat pump installations replacing gas-fired systems
• Electrical panel and service upgrades to support new loads
• EV infrastructure and smart building controls

Plumbing & Mechanical Integration

Plumbers are involved in:

• Hydronic system retrofits for electrification
• Efficiency improvements to domestic hot water systems
• Integration of new mechanical equipment

The Coordination Challenge

Trades must work within:

• Tight project timelines dictated by compliance deadlines
• Complex, overlapping scopes with multiple trades
• Multi-team environments with engineers, GCs, and owners

The Risk of Misalignment

Poor coordination leads to rework, delays, and lost revenue. Specialty trades that enter jobs without clear scope clarity often bear the cost of gaps left by others.

How Build Nexus Helps Trades

Build Nexus:

• Provides clear, well-defined project scopes before work begins
• Improves coordination between all project parties
• Ensures smoother execution from mobilization through completion

Helping specialty trades maximize efficiency, protect margins, and grow their pipeline of LL97-related work.