Construction Superintendent Magazine

JUNE 14, 2018

Construction costs accelerated again in May, with steep increases for a wide range of building and road materials, including many that are subject to tariffs that could drive prices still higher, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new Labor Department data. “The cost of. .

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Construction Equipment

JUNE 5, 2017

The Associated General Contractors of America surveyed more than 700 contractors nationwide during March and April and found 44 percent of the contractors had experienced vehicle crashes into their construction sites in 2016. The AGC survey results showed of the contractors reporting work zone crashes:

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 28, 2018

Warm weather has arrived in many parts of the country, and that means contractors are busy with projects. For many regions, summer is the season of road construction. A survey from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) found that 54 percent of highway contractors reported crashes in their work zones within the past year.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 29, 2016

Although design-build had been approved in New Mexico on limited public projects, road and highway construction had been previously excluded. This is more than an academic exercise for lawyers—there’s a very practical reason to track the legislation opening the roads to design-build contracts. What does your state say?

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

YANMAR America has invested $20 million and acquired 50-plus acres of land in Acworth, GA to build a new training and customer experience facility. Cherokee County was a desirable location for our new facility for many reasons,” commented YANMAR America president Tim Fernandez. Relocating or Expanding Your Business In Georgia.

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Construction Equipment

JUNE 14, 2018

Construction costs accelerated again in May, with steep increases for a wide range of building and road materials, including many that are subject to tariffs that could drive prices still higher, according to an analysis done by the Associated General Contractors of America of new Labor Department data.

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Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The EPA Is Expanding Its List of Protected Waterways—Here’s Why Industry Associations Are Pushing Back ldeakins Wed, 02/01/2023 - 11:34 The Environmental Protection Agency is redefining "waters of the United States" (WOTUS) that are protected under the Clean Water Act, but industry experts say the new rule nullifies benefits of the 2021 federal infrastructure (..)

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

JULY 10, 2020

Construction employment increased by 158,000 jobs in June, but employment related to infrastructure slipped, according to a newly released analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

JULY 8, 2020

Construction spending declined for the third month in a row in May as a sharp slowdown in private projects more than offset a rise in public work, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2019

Once the microtrencher cuts its tiny slot on the side of the road, installers then go in and lay the cables’ protective ducts, through which they pull or push the fiber optic cables. Workers then go over that layer with a second application of the product, which is pigmented to match the road color. More than 2.6 Highway Maintenance.

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Fieldwire

MARCH 16, 2022

Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) : A trade association based on the merit shop philosophy, ABC helps members develop people, win work and deliver work safely, ethically and profitably. American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA).

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Contractor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2013

— America has a problem on its hands — one caused by a shortage of people willing to work with their hands. The American Society of Civil Engineers says America’s roads and bridges are in disrepair, assigning a D+grade to America’s overall infrastructure. Plumbing Contractor'

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Pro Builder

APRIL 29, 2023

RELATED Energy-Efficiency Road Map: Whole-Building Envelope Sealing The Need for Resilient Construction Is Real. Those involved in weatherization and energy-upgrade programs—as well as remodeling contractors, government and community organizations, and property owners—know the complexity of the task. How Are Home Builders Responding?

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 19, 2022

In January 2005 the United Kingdom’s Highways Agency launched their Smart Motorway Projects, a commitment to replace all life-expired steel barrier systems with concrete on motorways with high traffic volumes, in order to increase safety throughout their road networks. Contractor. Structural Solutions. Sustainability.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

A transportation funding measure, which passed in the Pennsylvania Senate, failed to pass in the state House, costing an estimated 1,400 Pittsburgh-area construction jobs, according to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). billion per year for road and bridge repairs. The bill would have provided $1.9

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 18, 2022

This week we’re looking closely at the nuances of the bill to clarify what’s included, when these projects will be available to bid on, and how contractors can prepare for such a significant opportunity. – Jimmy Christianson, Vice President of Government Relations, Associated General Contractors of America.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Construction spending rose in December to a six-year high of $982 billion as public construction for the year increased for the first time since 2009, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America. frontpage'

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

MARCH 5, 2015

Construction spending rose modestly in January from year-earlier levels despite retreating from a six-year high in December, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America.

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Best Practices Construction Law

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Thanks to my partner, Mark Leach , for sharing an example of how the shutdown has affected the transportation and road building industry. In the meantime, the AGC and ARTBA are asking its members to complete an on-line survey to gather information on how the proposed changes may impact contractors. Image: Marina Noordegraaf.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 19, 2018

The recipe includes specially formulated admixtures, fibers and a careful installation process—a patented layered system that only licensed contractors can implement. If history is any indicator, the road ahead looks smooth. North America customer service: 1-877-4AD-MIX (1-877-423-6491). DUCTILCRETE-Blog-#1.

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Digger Blog

JULY 24, 2015

The CGL590 was specifically built for Brazilian civil engineering contractor Odebrecht, to be used to drive the 60-metre long, 1.8-metre When completed in 2018, the Nigale Bridge will have carry four lanes of road traffic and two railway lines. At 12.4km it will be the longest road and railway bridge in Latin America.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2020

Construction is one of the biggest and fastest-growing sectors and a great contributor to the economical development of the United States of America. The United States of America is known for the largest construction market in all over the world. There are many Construction companies in America. Number of Employees :- 52,000.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

APRIL 6, 2022

4] The DOL proclaims this proposal “is necessary to ensure employers on federally funded or assisted construction projects pay fair wages to the workers who build our roads, bridges, federal buildings and energy infrastructure.” [5] Similar concerns are being raised in response to the recent introduction of the Clean Energy for America Act.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Associated General Contractors of America, “Partnering: A Concept for Success,” Washington, D.C. Supplier-contractor collaboration in the. Building partnerships: case studies of client–contractor. Partnering: Why Project Owner-Contractor Relationships. Procurement effects on trust and control in client-contractor.

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Constructonomics

AUGUST 5, 2012

A June 2012 report by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) identified 20 states that are adding construction jobs. Source: AGC of America , from Bureau of Labor Statistics data. It supports a variety of construction jobs because of a need for things like site prep, well digging and road construction.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

APRIL 6, 2022

4] The DOL proclaims this proposal “is necessary to ensure employers on federally funded or assisted construction projects pay fair wages to the workers who build our roads, bridges, federal buildings and energy infrastructure.” [5]. Similar concerns are being raised in response to the recent introduction of the Clean Energy for America Act.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

NOVEMBER 24, 2012

New Zealand builders business coach Graeme Owen publishes a worthy blog with ideas that contractors in North America and elsewhere can take into consideration. These options give your clients the feel that you are not rail-roading them to decisions they don’t want to make. Give Multiple Options. Provide Helpful Information.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 9, 2019

Contractors are under pressure to complete projects on ever-shorter schedules with ever-tighter budgets. Given how common moisture problems are today, flooring contractors should build moisture mitigation into their schedule. The flooring contractor is often under pressure to find a cost-effective solution….fast. return to top.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 13, 2023

A survey by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk found that 93% of construction firms have open positions they're trying to fill, and 73% struggle to find qualified candidates for available roles. The most pressing one, of course, is the labor shortage.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 8, 2022

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is a “once-in-a-generation” investment in America’s national infrastructure. With this plan, the goal is to rebuild many of the bridges, rails, and roads throughout the country to improve the overall infrastructure across America.

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Contractor Magazine

JUNE 15, 2012

Contractor Magazine. Plumbing Contractor. Piping Contractor. ” The US is the largest pump market in the Americas, the country’s demographics, economic and social parameters have resulted in the US market being identified as a targeted strategic growth area for the Wilo group. Wilo ‘Street Fleet’ Hits the Road.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 9, 2019

Contractors are under pressure to complete projects on ever-shorter schedules with ever-tighter budgets. Given how common moisture problems are today, flooring contractors should build moisture mitigation into their schedule. The flooring contractor is often under pressure to find a cost-effective solution….fast. return to top.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

A buried roof might have a combination of hard and soft landscaping or other elements such as an access road or a parking garage, so you’ll need a system that is continuous and isn’t affected by different finishes. . Contractor. North America customer service: 1-877-4AD-MIX (1-877-423-6491). Look beyond the warranty.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 9, 2019

Contractors are under pressure to complete projects on ever-shorter schedules with ever-tighter budgets. Given how common moisture problems are today, flooring contractors should build moisture mitigation into their schedule. The flooring contractor is often under pressure to find a cost-effective solution….fast. return to top.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 23, 2021

Certifications in the building sector favour those concerned: It elevates the individual’s best practices as well as the contractor’s brand and the consistency of services rendered. Certified Professional Contractor (CPC): It is the AIC qualification program’s second and highest standard.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 12, 2021

The deal is expected to generate about two million jobs per year, for the next ten years, with an emphasis on America’s physical infrastructure. Our list is composed of companies ranking on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. ” -Russ Dalton, AECOM America. The Road Ahead. to answer that exact question.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 7, 2022

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk also recently launched the Construction Diversity Image Library to increase representation of industry diversity. There are clear efforts being made in the construction industry when it comes to diversity — but there’s still a long road ahead.

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