Tue.Jan 14, 2025

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Contractors breathe ‘sigh of relief’ as project stress drops

Construction Dive

The measure of paused, abandoned and delayed bid builds now sits well below its January 2024 peak, according to ConstructConnect.

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Izzy Kane gets real-world experience in project management

The Korte Company

After coming home from her third year at Missouri University of Science and Technology, Izzy Kane took part in a different kind of “summer school.” As a project management intern at The Korte Company, she spent her summer working on-site at Highland Primary School. Originally from Troy, Illinois, Izzy came to The Korte Company with a passion for construction and leadership.

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LA fires damage power, sewer and water infrastructure

Construction Dive

AccuWeather says total costs could range between $250 billion and $275 billion, including rebuilding and economic loss, making these the most expensive fires in U.S. history.

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Construction Firms Predict Strong Demand For Certain Private-Sector, Most Types Of Public-Sector Work In 2025

Contractor Magazine

Survey results from AGC and Sage show concerns about immigration and trade policies, material and labor prices.

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How AI is Reshaping Construction: Insights from Industry Experts

Construction firms embracing AI are outperforming the competition. This exclusive guide unpacks the impact of AI-driven analytics, automation, and predictive insights on project management, risk reduction, and workforce transformation. Discover how AI enhances real-time decision-making, optimizes labor and materials, and ensures projects stay on schedule and budget.

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Total commercial backlog at nearly 2-year low

Construction Dive

Work in the pipeline for infrastructure jobs, on the other hand, reached its highest point since August 2023, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

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United Rentals Acquires H&E Equipment Services for $4.8B

ENR Construction

The deal expands United Rental's already large footprint in the equipment rental market.

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Construction Firms Predict Strong Demand For Certain Private-Sector, Most Types Of Public-Sector Work In 2025

Contractor Magazine

Survey results from AGC and Sage show concerns about immigration and trade policies, material and labor prices.

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Bechtel’s delayed NASA build hits milestone amid cost overruns

Construction Dive

The project, originally slated for completion in March 2023 with a $383 million contract price, won’t be complete until 2029 and could cost as much as $2.7 billion, according to an agency report.

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Biden Signs Order Directing AI Data Center Construction on Federal Land

ENR Construction

Data center developers using federal land would be required to also build clean energy generation to power the facilities.

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DOT announces $635M in EV charging, other clean transportation grants

Construction Dive

The grants will support installation of more than 11,500 electric vehicle charging ports as well as hydrogen and natural gas fueling infrastructure.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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How to Achieve ISNetworld® Compliance to work with Nammo Defense Systems 

Safety Services Company

Looking for information on how to achieve *ISNetworld compliance to work with Nammo Defense Systems?Don’t worry, we have all the information you need. If youre a contractor in the aerospace and defense industries, you know how competitive it is to earn and maintain valuable contracts with major organizations. Now, Nammo Defense Systems (NDS) has joined the ISNetworld platform.

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Biden vows to speed permitting for data centers, clean energy

Construction Dive

A Tuesday executive order designed to facilitate the growth of AI in the U.S. makes federal land available for these types of projects.

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