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Navigating Municiapal Codes and Processes for National Commercial Construction Projects

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For a national general contractor working with corporate construction managers who manage projects across multiple regions, one of the most significant challenges is navigating the intricate web of local codes, regulations, and municipal processes. Whether you’re building a flagship retail space in New York or a restaurant in the suburbs of Chicago, each municipality has its own set of rules and guidelines that can impact timelines, budgets, and overall project success.

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How to navigate major stadium construction contracts

Construction Dive

Because completion dates matter above all else for professional sports venues, stakeholders have to find resolutions fast to continue moving the ball down the field.

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ICE Raids Create Chilling Effect on Already Stretched Industry Workforce

ENR Construction

Both documented and undocumented workers are being swept up as raids escalate across construction, as others avoid jobsites to stay out of ICE cross-hairs.

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2025 Metro Rankings: Established, Emerging Markets Across U.S., Canada Lead Economic Growth

Business Facilities

RED BANK, NJ — June 25, 2025 — Business Facilities , a leading source of news and insights for site selection decision-makers, has revealed the top-ranked cities and metro regions for a select number of categories slated to appear in the publication’s 2025 Annual Rankings Report. Focused on 60+ categories relevant to corporate relocation and expansion investment decisions, these rankings have served as a valuable resource for site selection teams for more than two decades.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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From Demolition to Renovation: Dumpster Solutions for Every Phase of Construction

CivilSeek

Construction projects generate waste—tons of it. From busted-up drywall and old flooring to pallets, packaging, and scrap, trash adds up fast. That’s why having. Read more → The post From Demolition to Renovation: Dumpster Solutions for Every Phase of Construction appeared first on CivilSeek.

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An Intern Experience: The Weidmann Electrical Technology Expansion Project

PC Construction

I am so excited to have joined PC Construction as an intern this summer! I am currently a rising junior studying civil engineering at Wentworth Institute of Technology. A fun fact about me – I play soccer there too as a Wentworth Leopard! Wentworth integrates real work practice into our college experience through a co-op program, where students find jobs on their own and work in their major of interest.

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Why Eco-friendly Work Gloves Are a Sustainable Solution for Construction Pros

Construction Business Owner

Why Eco-friendly Work Gloves Are a Sustainable Solution for Construction Pros ccapoccia Tue, 06/24/2025 - 09:43 As environmental concerns, regulatory pressures and shifting consumer expectations drive industries to embrace more sustainable practices, general contractors are increasingly expected to integrate eco-conscious strategies into their operations.

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Hebden Bridge £68m flood defence job heads to market

Construction Enquirer

The Environment Agency is preparing the ground for a major flood alleviation scheme in Hebden Bridge worth £68m. A preliminary market engagement notice has been published as the EA finalises procurement strategy and contract documents ahead of a formal tender launch expected in September. The complex job will involve works across a tight, heritage-sensitive townscape to protect residents, businesses and critical infrastructure from repeated flood risk.

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A Community Meeting Place in Belgium

Natural Building

Students at Hasselt University in Belgium built a pavilion and an outdoor earth oven as communal gathering spaces. The structures are located in the garden of an abandoned vicarage. The design process prioritized natural and reclaimed materials. It serves as a model for architecture that integrates environmental considerations with social engagement.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Adolfson & Peterson starts 2 Texas high school projects

Construction Dive

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California Crews Tackle Slide-Prone Highway 1 With Remote-Controlled Equipment

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Kier lands £42m Midlothian school and community hub

Construction Enquirer

Kier has secured final sign-off on a £42m deal from Midlothian Council to build the Mayfield Community Learning Campus. Work will start this summer on the all-in-one development, which will replace existing school buildings and deliver a combined education and community hub. The existing buildings will be demolished, and the new campus will incorporate Mayfield Primary School, St Luke’s RC Primary School, nursery , additional support needs and community facilities.

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Financial Red Flags Your Construction Company Can't Afford To Ignore

Contractor Bookkeeping

As a construction bookkeeper, I've had a unique vantage point, watching countless projects unfold from the first bid to the final payment. While the hammers and blueprints are the visible signs of progress, it's the numbers behind the scenes that truly tell the story of a company's health. And let me tell you, those numbers often whisper warnings before they start screaming.

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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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Closed-cell polyurethane: Insulate, seal, protect

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Huntsman Building Solutions and Groupe Valco In any construction project, the integrity of a building’s foundation is paramount. Ensuring the longevity and structural soundness of a foundation requires effective waterproofing. If the water infiltrates, it can cause severe damage, including cracks, mold growth, and erosion of building materials.

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Team Launches Structural Engineering Code Review With Eye on Reducing Embodied Carbon

ENR Construction

A group of civil and structural engineers working with leading industry groups is undertaking a review of the primary structural design codes to identify tweaks and changes that could reduce embodied carbon.

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Aureos bags £45m Howden Relief Road job

Construction Enquirer

Contractor Aureos has landed the job to deliver the new £45m Howden Relief Road in East Yorkshire. The Sheffield infrastructure specialist, rebranded after being sold by Keltbray, will break ground next month on the two-year scheme. The 1.2km Howden Relief Road will link the A614 Thorpe Road with Station Road. The route, which includes four new roundabouts, will divert heavy traffic away from Howden town centre and paves the way to build 1,900 homes, a school, a pub and an additional factory for

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LEED v5 Lands in Canada: Insights and Reactions from Across the Industry

Stok

Last week the Stok team joined leaders across the green building industry in Vancouver for the Canada Green Building Council’s Building Lasting Change conference, which marked the official launch of LEED v5 in Canada. LEED v5 featured prominently on the main stage, sparking discussion on what LEED v5 means for Canadian developers, designers, and builders right now and moving forward.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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$230M overhaul starts on Arkansas’ biggest water plant

Construction Dive

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$95.2M Milwaukee Airport International Terminal Readies for Take-Off

ENR Construction

Construction of new $95.2-million international terminal is expected to begin in September at Milwaukee’s Mitchell International Airport.

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Four injured after partially built floor collapses

Construction Enquirer

A London contractor has been fined £50,000 after four men were injured – two seriously – when the first floor of a house collapsed during building works. Aryn Stones Ltd had been contracted to build a new domestic property in Hampstead. On 31 May 2022, remedial works were being carried out on a partially built beam-and-block floor, when it collapsed, taking two of the workers down with it.

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Collaboration In FDI: Best Practices, Standardization

Business Facilities

By Brian Gallagher F oreign Direct Investment (FDI) plays a critical role in shaping economic resilience. Cross-border investments are driving reshoring efforts to bring manufacturing facilities back to the U.S. and advance energy-efficient manufacturing practices. For the 13th year in a row, the Kearney 2025 FDI Confidence Index ranks the U.S. as the top destination for FDI.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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Lunda lands 2 highway jobs for a combined $101M

Construction Dive

The Tutor Perini subsidiary has kicked off work on Highway 169 in Jordan, Minnesota, and will start on the I-94/I-394 Interchange project in Minneapolis in July.

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ENR Texas & Southeast's Inaugural Top Contractors Ranking Revealing Soon

ENR Construction

Our blog delivers the latest news, insights and opinions about construction trends in the Texas & Southeast region, encompassing Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Tennessee, Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and Puerto Rico.

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Construction skills body launches with 100,000 worker target

Construction Enquirer

The Construction Skills Mission Board will hold its first meeting today with a target of attracting 100,000 new workers into the industry. The government has also unveiled plans to make more construction roles available to jobseekers as Jobcentres work more closely with the industry to offer work experience and tailored placements. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner will co-chair the first Construction Skills Mission Board with Mark Reynolds, Co-Chair of the Construction Leadership Council toda

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Natural Building in the U.K. with Barbara Jones

Natural Building

Barbara Jones is a passionate advocate of building with natural materials and has been a leading exponent of straw-bale construction since the mid-1990s – designing affordable, straw-bale houses. She has designed, built, or trained people to work on more than 300 projects using the material. She co-founded The School of Natural Building and trains a community of aspiring natural builders through theoretical and practical courses.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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McCarthy, Jacobs complete $664M California hospital

Construction Dive

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Despite Help From Good Samaritan, Deadly Accident Brings Grief and a Father's Anger

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Morris & Spottiswood sees turnover and profits surge

Construction Enquirer

Fit-out and refurbishment contractor Morris & Spottiswood has posted record results for the year to December 31 2024. The group, which is currently celebrating its centenary year, saw turnover increase by 35% to £172.5m from £128m last time as pre-tax profits rose to £4.7m from £2.5m. A major driver was the growth of M&E business Livingston Building Services, which saw turnover increase from £54m to £70.7m as operating profit nearly doubled to almost £6m thanks to increased demand in the