Fri.Oct 11, 2024

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Communities nationwide plan disaster preparedness work

Construction Dive

As cities and states prepare for more extreme weather like this fall’s major hurricanes, there are hundreds of resiliency projects throughout the country already underway. Here are six of them.

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Key Questions To Help Evaluate And Operate Your Construction Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

External factors, such as economic changes or technological advances, can significantly impact whether a business will thrive or fail. The rise of sharing and gig economy apps is an excellent example. These apps gave consumers more affordable options for daily tasks and errands and provided individuals with a new way to earn money on their schedules.

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US crane count holds steady in Q3

Construction Dive

American and Canadian cities saw 15 fewer total cranes in the third quarter of 2024 than in the first, but construction activity remains robust.

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Ground Broken for Weidmann Electrical Technology Expansion

PC Construction

Yesterday the PC Construction team gathered with partners from Weidmann Electrical Technology , Hill-Engineers, Architects, Planners , and local officials to celebrate the groundbreaking for the approximately $44 million expansion at Weidmann’s St. Johnsbury, Vermont, facility. The project, which will allow Weidmann to increase manufacturing capacity, includes three major components: the construction of a 10,000-square-foot free standing pre-engineered warehouse building, a 21,500-square-foot ad

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Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success

The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.

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Sundt Construction appoints new president, COO

Construction Dive

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Construction Input Prices Down 0.9% in September

Contractor Magazine

Nonresidential construction input prices also decreased 0.9% for the month.

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Best Project, Specialty Construction: University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center Renewal

ENR Construction

The $12.4-million building systems overhaul is the initial phase of the medical center’s plan to convert three existing office and administration floors into patient space for the shock trauma unit.

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Treasury Minister promises end to infrastructure ‘chaos’ of recent years

Construction Law

The Treasury has announced that a new National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) to replace the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) and the Major Projects Authority (MPA) will be launched in Spring next year. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Ex-Im Bank Clears $98M Loan for Fluor Work on Romania Nuclear Plant

ENR Construction

Contractor's contract is for second-stage engineering study on planned 462-MW small modular reactor project using technology of NuScale Power, of which it is a majority investor.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Project of the Year and Best Project; K-12 Education: Bard High School Early College

ENR Construction

Aimed at increasing higher education access for low-income and underrepresented communities, Bard High School Early College offers graduates both a high school diploma and a tuition-free Associate in Arts degree from Bard College.

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Ten Minutes With Volvo CE's Scott Young on the Future of Equipment Electrification

ENR Construction

Volvo Construction Equipment's North America region president talks about recent gains for electric equipment in construction and what it will take to clear hurdles to further adoption, such as mobile fast-charging stations and rethinking fleet management practices.

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Sustainability & Office/Retail/Mixed-Use: Ryan Resilience Lab

ENR Construction

Serving as a model for resilience and sustainability by demonstrating accessible methods to homeowners, developers and small business owners for living and building more sustainably, the structure is designed to “float” during major flooding to ensure operational continuity and demonstrate resiliency.

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Best Project, Office/Retail/Mixed-Use: 20 Massachusetts Avenue, NW

ENR Construction

In just over two years, the 1970s-era, seven-story office building was reimagined as a 485,000-sq-ft, mixed-use destination.

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Outdated ERP? Spot the Signs Before It Stalls Your Progress

Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.

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More Pieces of $16B Hudson River Rail Tunnel Come Together

ENR Construction

Seven of the nine planned contract packages will either be under construction or in procurement by the end of the year.

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Airport/Transit Award of Merit: Lehigh Valley International Airport Terminal Connector and Security Checkpoint

ENR Construction

The team minimized disruption to airport operations through careful planning and phased implementation as it adapted to supply chain disruptions and adverse weather conditions.

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Industry News: WSDOT SR 167 Expressway Project Moves Forward

ENR Construction

The Washington State Dept. of Transportation (WSDOT) has awarded Guy F. Atkinson Inc. a $177.7-million project to construct the next portion of the State Route 167 Expressway.

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Best Airport/Transit: Potomac Yard Metrorail Station

ENR Construction

The station will be key to catalyzing development of the surrounding area into a walkable urban hub while also substantially reducing vehicle traffic, according to the project team.

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How General Contractors Can Drive Growth Without Increasing Headcount

For construction businesses, scaling operations means taking on greater workloads. Unfortunately, much of the responsibility of managing additional work falls on you and your finance team. Learn how you can navigate the increased complexity of managing more projects without adding headcount. We’re here to share insights into why technology is key to scaling your finance operations.

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Best Project, Cultural/Worship: Penn State University Palmer Art Museum

ENR Construction

Located in the arboretum at Penn State, the Palmer Art Museum provides nearly 20,000 sq ft of gallery space. In its new and more accessible location, the museum also aims to create a gateway to the arboretum.

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Award of Merit, Energy/Industrial: University of Pittsburgh, Central Utility Building

ENR Construction

Despite encountering remnants of previous underground activities in Pittsburgh’s oldest and densest neighborhood, the team built an underground piping distribution system across numerous streets with steep elevation changes.

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Award of Merit, Health Care: Louis and Phyllis Friedman Building

ENR Construction

The first phase of the medical center’s Promise Project, a three-story extension to the existing hospital, includes a 120,000-sq-ft addition that serves as the building’s new main entrance.

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Best Project, Higher Education/Research: Carnegie Mellon University Forbes & Beeler Residence Hall

ENR Construction

Despite a 10-month delay due to the pandemic, the $49-million, four-story residence hall was completed three months early and under budget thanks to a proactive preconstruction phase design-assist effort, stringent construction protocols and offsite prefabrication of exterior wall and building system components.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Award of Merit, Higher Education: Swarthmore College Dining and Community Commons

ENR Construction

Completed at budget and on schedule in 43 months, the multiphased addition and renovation to the existing dining facility at the heart of campus includes a 42,000-sq-ft mass timber dining addition.

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Best Project, Highway/Bridge: Delaware Memorial Bridge Deck Rehabilitation Project

ENR Construction

After 60 years of continuous operation, a life-cycle cost analysis of the Delaware Memorial Bridge showed that the benefits of an ultra-high-performance concrete overlay surpassed those of traditional overlay repairs or a complete deck replacement.

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Award of Merit, Highway/Bridge: I-95 Bridge Collapse Emergency Repairs and Permanent Replacement

ENR Construction

A temporarily welded wire retaining wall system helped restore traffic 12 days after an 8,500-gasoline tanker truck crash killed the driver and destroyed the Interstate 95 northbound bridge.

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Award of Merit, K-12 Education: Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School

ENR Construction

Finishing on time and below budget just after the school’s lease expired on its previous location and just in time for the start of the school year, the 16-month project produced what the team says is a first-of-its-kind educational facility.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.

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Award of Merit, Renovation/Restoration: National Museum of Women in the Arts Renovation and Restoration

ENR Construction

Storing approximately 5,500 pieces of art, the museum advocating for and showcasing women in the arts is housed in a 1907 historical building that was converted into the museum in 1983. A wing was added in 1997.

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Award of Merit, Sports/Entertainment: Longwood University, Joan Perry Brock Center and Tennis Courts

ENR Construction

The 3,000-seat arena and convocation center includes telescoping and fixed seating, an elevated connection to the adjacent building and parking deck, a plaza with paver systems, landscaping and street upgrades.

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Best Project, Water/Environment: Atlantic Treatment Plant Thermal Hydrolysis Process & FOG Receiving Station

ENR Construction

Hampton Roads Sanitation District’s Atlantic Treatment Plant, which has a permitted design capacity of 54 million gallons per day, operates as a high-rate activated sludge plant that is able to achieve biological oxygen demand and total suspended solids removal.