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New Developer Onboard for Chicago's Union Station Makeover

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Chicago has one of the best passenger rail systems in the country and with the selection of Riverside Investment & Development to renovate the elderly station, riding the rails will become even better. The 1925 Beaux-Arts limestone station borders Chicago's Loop on the west side.

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Commercial Construction Strategies: Flagship Stores to Footprint Expansion

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In fact, after helping American Girl relocate their flagship stores in Chicago and New York City, we just completed our third relocation project in Los Angeles. Working with equipment suppliers ahead of time is key. And, of course, the desire to use union vs non-union labor can dramatically influence costs and timelines.

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Women in Construction – As Told By Women

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” Multiple women have complained that much of their equipment was made with men in mind, creating a safety hazard for women and others on the job site. About unions…. You see very few women in [the non-union] side, and if you do see them they’re holding a stop or slow sign or flagging.

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“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

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The White House states that it will drive the creation of union jobs and help grow the economy in a sustainable way that makes sure all people, including under-represented communities get ahead for decades to come. of all construction laborers and 3% of all construction equipment operators, according to the U.S. construction industry.

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6th National Conference for Women in the Trades April 29 – May 1

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Sponsored by Chicago Women in Trades and North America’s Building Trades Unions, the April 29 - May 1, 2016 event will be held at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare Conference Center, Rosemont, Illinois near O'Hare.

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State of the Construction Industry: April Roundup

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Among them: simulators that replicate jobs like earthwork or steel assembly done by heavy equipment. Green rooftops on skyscrapers, like this one in downtown Chicago, may soon be required in New York City. Technology is one of the few ways the industry has made inroads with effectively addressing the skilled labor shortage.

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Guide to Top 2022-23 Construction Conferences & Events

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Each year, the Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) Summit brings together heavy equipment professionals to explore emerging trends and industry opportunities. This year’s event features training and techniques in concrete and masonry, countless exhibits from original equipment manufacturers, and educational certification seminars.