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How the Construction Industry Is Rethinking Workforce Development

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To attract applicants, Turning Leaf recently raised its entry-level compensation to $17 per hour. Since sweetening its compensation, Turning Leaf advertised for a senior project manager and got eight qualified candidates. . Students who complete the course receive certificates that are recognized by the Department of Labor.

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Workforce Training: Engineering A Skilled Workforce

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In March 2016, McAuliffe signed into law measures that establish a workforce training program targeted to increase specific industry certifications and occupational licenses that meet the needs of businesses in each region of the state. Epic Piping is one of the largest specialty pipe fabricators of its kind under one roof in the world.

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Job Order Contract Execution Guide – Sample Template

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project task/line item, a full description in plain English, a unit of measure and a corresponding unit price, including labor, material, and equipment details, and an associated approved contractor coefficient are to be the basis for Contractor compensation. equipment, and fabricating items customary to the trade, etc.,

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How to Start a Career in Construction

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The good news: The role compensates well and offers excellent growth potential. After getting a high school diploma or GED, most wind techs go to technical school to get certificates in wind energy technology. While not necessary, internships and professional certification improve job marketability. Sheet Metal Workers.

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Shovel-Ready Sites: Ready To Hit The Ground Running

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are implementing site certification programs that give available sites a shovel ready designation—meaning that the site is primed and ready for economic development. To achieve certification, sites go through a rigorous review process. States across the U.S. The outcome?

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What Is Bamboo Flooring | Bamboo Flooring Pros and Cons

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The bottom most layer is the many diminutive and visually presentable, fabricating the stringent specifications. Nevertheless, fabricated finishes operated on bamboo flooring are not invariably biodegradable. That can negatively influence biodiversity and the ecological compensation of regional environments.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities Rankings Report

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The Salt Lake City area is a leading hub for advanced aerospace manufacturing and composites fabrication. Fabrication of outdoor products and sporting goods from composites also is an emerging growth sector in the state. Herbert, the state’s emphasis on education is the key to growth in every targeted sector in Utah.

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