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The Impact of Heavy Vehicle Accidents on Infrastructure Projects

Civiconcepts

Heavy vehicle accidents punctuate the timeline of infrastructure projects with unwelcome ellipses.

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Inside the Baltimore Bridge Collapse & Potential Legal Liabilities

Construction Business Owner

Inside the Baltimore Bridge Collapse & Potential Legal Liabilities ccapoccia Tue, 04/16/2024 - 11:55 In the early hours of March 26, 2024, a cargo ship struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland. The bridge’s collapse was immediate; within seconds, the span crumpled and fell into the water below. Six construction workers were killed in the accident.

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Construction backlog posts first gain of 2024

Construction Dive

Given industry headwinds, the “optimism among nonresidential construction contractors is astonishing,” said Anirban Basu, Associated Builders and Contractors chief economist.

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CHRYSO & GCP Senior Director Honored for Leadership by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association

GCP Applied Technologies

CHRYSO & GCP Senior Director Honored for Leadership by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association Phillip.fry@gc… Tue, 04/16/2024 - 14:54 G. Terry Harris recognized for his exemplary commitment to the ready mixed concrete industry GCP Applied Technologies April 16, 2024 CHRYSO & GCP (Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals), a worldwide leader in sustainable construction, is pleased to announce that its Senior Director of Technical Services for North America, G.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Carpenters’ union protests wage theft, tax fraud

Construction Dive

Across the U.S. and Canada, members will hold rallies to highlight the prevalent problem in construction.

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Authorities recover fourth worker’s body from Key Bridge collapse

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ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Rebounds in March

Contractor Magazine

ABC’s Construction Confidence Index readings for sales, profit margins and staffing levels increased in March.

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DPR Construction tapped for Virginia data center job

Construction Dive

Chirisa’s 20-megawatt Chesterfield project will likely cost at least $240 million and be complete by 2025.

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Marvel-designed Gowanus Green will offer 955 affordable rental units in Brooklyn

BD+C

Marvel-designed Gowanus Green will offer 955 affordable rental units in Brooklyn The community consists of approximately 955 units of 100% affordable housing, 28,000 sf of neighborhood service retail and community space, a site for a new public school, and a new 1.5-acre public park. qpurcell Tue, 04/16/2024 - 15:12 The community consists of approximately 955 units of 100% affordable housing, 28,000 sf of neighborhood service retail and community space, a site for a new public school, and a new

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Skanska CFO to step down

Construction Dive

Magnus Persson, an 18-year veteran of the Sweden-based contractor, will depart for a European data center company once his successor is chosen.

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Obituary: Moles Leader Gerry Carty Was Heavy Construction Advocate

ENR Construction

Contracting veteran, 91, led the now 600-member professionals group for two decades as executive director.

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SAFTI FIRST launches redesigned website

BD+C

SAFTI FIRST launches redesigned website SAFTI FIRST, leading USA-manufacturer of advanced fire rated glass and framing systems, is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, safeglassforschools.com. qpurcell Tue, 04/16/2024 - 11:42 SAFTI FIRST SAFTI FIRST launches redesigned website with resources for school superintendents, facility managers, and parents on how glass protects school children.

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Obituary: Moles Leader Gerry Carty Was Key Heavy Construction Advocate

ENR Construction

Contracting veteran, 91, led the now 600-member professionals group for two decades as executive director.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Fourth Baltimore Bridge Collapse Victim Recovered as Wreckage Removal Continues

ENR Construction

Officials have widened their investigations in search for accountability.

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Crews Stabilizing Highway 1 in Big Sur As Engineers Ponder Long-Term Solution

ENR Construction

Coastal highway has long been prone to post-rainfall instability.

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Crews Stabilizing Highway I in Big Sur As Engineers Ponder Long-Term Solution

ENR Construction

Coastal highway has long been prone to post-rainfall instability.

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Obituary: Moles Leader Gerry Carty, 91, Was Strong Heavy Construction Advocate

ENR Construction

For two decades he led The Moles as executive director.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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H2M Named ENR New York Design Firm of the Year

ENR Construction

Bringing you breaking news in real time from around the Tri-State construction industry.