Tue.Jan 14, 2025

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Contractors breathe ‘sigh of relief’ as project stress drops

Construction Dive

The measure of paused, abandoned and delayed bid builds now sits well below its January 2024 peak, according to ConstructConnect.

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Construction Firms Predict Strong Demand For Certain Private-Sector, Most Types Of Public-Sector Work In 2025

Contractor Magazine

Survey results from AGC and Sage show concerns about immigration and trade policies, material and labor prices.

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LA fires damage power, sewer and water infrastructure

Construction Dive

AccuWeather says total costs could range between $250 billion and $275 billion, including rebuilding and economic loss, making these the most expensive fires in U.S. history.

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United Rentals Acquires H&E Equipment Services for $4.8B

ENR Construction

The deal expands United Rental's already large footprint in the equipment rental market.

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Your Blueprint for Efficient Construction Project Management

Take control of your construction projects with this comprehensive guide to modern project controls. Learn how to integrate advanced tools that centralize budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Discover strategies to prevent overruns, predict risks, and optimize workflows using real-time data and predictive insights. This guide is designed for construction leaders aiming for excellence in a competitive landscape.

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Bechtel’s delayed NASA build hits milestone amid cost overruns

Construction Dive

The project, originally slated for completion in March 2023 with a $383 million contract price, won’t be complete until 2029 and could cost as much as $2.7 billion, according to an agency report.

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Total commercial backlog at nearly 2-year low

Construction Dive

Work in the pipeline for infrastructure jobs, on the other hand, reached its highest point since August 2023, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

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Izzy Kane gets real-world experience in project management

The Korte Company

After coming home from her third year at Missouri University of Science and Technology, Izzy Kane took part in a different kind of “summer school.” As a project management intern at The Korte Company, she spent her summer working on-site at Highland Primary School. Originally from Troy, Illinois, Izzy came to The Korte Company with a passion for construction and leadership.

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Skanska to begin work on $450M bridge to NC’s Outer Banks

Construction Dive

The firm will begin to drive pilings in coming weeks to replace the 65-year-old span that connects the popular barrier islands to the mainland.

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Biden Signs Order Directing AI Data Center Construction on Federal Land

ENR Construction

Data center developers using federal land would be required to also build clean energy generation to power the facilities.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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DOT announces $635M in EV charging, other clean transportation grants

Construction Dive

The grants will support installation of more than 11,500 electric vehicle charging ports as well as hydrogen and natural gas fueling infrastructure.

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How to Achieve ISNetworld® Compliance to work with Nammo Defense Systems 

Safety Services Company

Looking for information on how to achieve *ISNetworld compliance to work with Nammo Defense Systems?Don’t worry, we have all the information you need. If youre a contractor in the aerospace and defense industries, you know how competitive it is to earn and maintain valuable contracts with major organizations. Now, Nammo Defense Systems (NDS) has joined the ISNetworld platform.

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Biden vows to speed permitting for data centers, clean energy

Construction Dive

A Tuesday executive order designed to facilitate the growth of AI in the U.S. makes federal land available for these types of projects.

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