Seattle area investing $10B in wastewater infrastructure
Construction Dive
APRIL 15, 2024
King County, Washington, is planning a slew of resilience and clean water upgrades over the next decade, bolstered by new EPA loan financing.
Washington D.C. Launches New Infrastructure Academy
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
In 2016, less than half of the available infrastructure job positions in Washington D.C. To better fill the District's need for trained workers with infrastructure skills, Washington D.C. Infrastructure Academy last week to provide hands-on training and experience to area residents.
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Why Digital Construction is Gaining Momentum in Washington D.C.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MARCH 29, 2023
Earlier this month, I was in Washington, D.C. government officials and industry leaders to discuss digital construction technology’s critical role in building strong and sustainable infrastructure. Momentum is increasing for the use of technology in how infrastructure is designed and constructed – propelled by the U.S.
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How to Prepare for an Increase in Projects From the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
How to Prepare for an Increase in Projects From the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act What impact could the bill have on the construction industry? Promote to rotator No Main Image Sponsored by Tags AvidXchange construction and infrastructure. Fill out the form on this page to download the e-book.
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$7.5B Oregon-Washington bridge project nabs IIJA funds
Construction Dive
JANUARY 2, 2024
The $600 million Mega Grant from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will help make the I-5 span more seismically sound.
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Bill For Infrastructure Job Training Reintroduced
Construction Equipment
MAY 20, 2019
CBS 19 Washington reports that Senators Tim Kaine (D-MN) and Rob Portman (R-OH) have reintroduced the Building U.S. Infrastructure by Leveraging Demands for Skills Act, aiming to ensure workers are well-trained for infrastructure jobs in fields like construction. According to the article, the bill…
Infrastructure skills training center opens in Washington, DC
Construction Dive
MARCH 15, 2018
Mayor Muriel Bowser said the District was opening the center because it could only fill 50% of its open infrastructure jobs in 2017.
Pacific NW Sudden Flooding Takes Big Infrastructure Toll
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
a major oil pipeline and leaves thousands without power in province and in Washington state; infrastructure damage assessment and repair could be lengthy. 'Atmospheric river' rain phenomenon knocks out key road and rail routes into Vancouver, B.C.,
How to Get Paid on Washington State Public Projects
Levelset
JUNE 3, 2022
The federal government is allocating over a trillion dollars in funding for public infrastructure construction projects over the course of the next decade — and a whole lot of that funding is going to go directly to individual states. Payment protection on Washington public projects. Washington State bond claim laws.
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Senate, House Committees Are Moving on Water Infrastructure Bills
ENR Construction
MARCH 24, 2021
As reports fly in Washington about White House plans for a $3-trillion economic recovery package, including a big infrastructure component, congressional committees are taking a more targeted approach.
Civil Engineers Give Washington ‘C’ on Infrastructure Report
ENR Construction
JANUARY 28, 2019
Washington's fast population growth is 'stress-testing' the region's infrastructure, ASCE officials say.
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Infrastructure Funding Detour
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
The Washington Post writes that President Trump told lawmakers Tuesday he was abandoning a key element of his planned $1 trillion infrastructure package, complaining that certain partnerships between the private sector and federal government simply don’t work.
$4.6B construction bill heads to Washington state's Senate
Construction Dive
APRIL 10, 2019
Public schools and colleges receive record funding and the largest share under the plan, which is part of a national push for infrastructure investment.
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High-tech haven: The Spark at Washington State University
BD+C
MAY 22, 2018
Designed to serve as a new “hub for innovation” on Washington State University’s Pullman, Wash., campus, The Spark features a number of cutting-edge programmatic and technological elements that are rare even in today’s rapidly changing higher education sector.
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Biden's Infrastructure Plan for Retrofitting Homes Could Bolster Homeownership Levels
Pro Builder
JUNE 10, 2021
Biden's Infrastructure Plan for Retrofitting Homes Could Bolster Homeownership Levels. President Joe Biden’s proposed $2 trillion infrastructure plan could make it easier for both first-time buyers and those seeking affordable housing, says the Washington Post. cbroderick. Thu, 06/10/2021 - 10:15.
Video: AASHTO Director Discusses Infrastructure Funding
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 5, 2018
Bud Wright, executive director of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, told CSPAN's Washington Journal program Thursday that right now the nation is not adequately investing in infrastructure and that AASHTO sees the need to come up with more federal funding.
Trump Infrastructure Priority List
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 25, 2017
The Kansas City Star has posted a list of 50 infrastructure projects nationwide, totaling at least $137.5 The preliminary list by the Trump transition team was obtained by the Kansas City Star and McClatchy Washington Bureau.
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Nation's Mayors Going to White House to Talk Infrastructure
Construction Equipment
MARCH 14, 2018
Mayors from across the country are meeting this week at the National League of Cities annual conference in Washington, DC, and will be taking their infrastructure demands directly to the White House on Thursday.
This Is Infrastructure Week in DC
Construction Equipment
MAY 16, 2017
Congress and various industry groups are meeting this week to get the ball rolling for President Trump's infrastructure proposals. said Richard Trumka, president of the AFL-CIO, appearing by video at an ‘Infrastructure Week’ event at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington. It’s ‘go’ time.
WA Fish Passage Program To Flood Contractors With Work
ENR Construction
AUGUST 24, 2022
Washington state's $3.8 billion effort to revitalize salmon populations by reconstructing infrastructure.
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DOE seeks contractors to provide up to $6B in services at Washington nuclear site
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2018
The winning bidder for the Richland-area decommissioned Hanford Site plant work, which includes demolition and infrastructure, must award at least 50% of subcontracted work to local businesses.
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White House: Foreign Investment Key To Infrastructure Plans
Construction Equipment
JUNE 21, 2017
At Tuesday's SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said upgrading the nation's roads, bridges, public works and other infrastructure will require substantial investment from the private sector, including money invested by other countries.
Case Brings Dire States Tour to Washington DC
Construction Equipment
MAY 19, 2014
Case Construction Equipment brought the Dire States tour to Washington, D.C. for Infrastructure Week 2014, a series of events designed to “explore emerging solutions, innovative approaches and best practices being developed nationwide to modernize aging infrastructure.”'
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Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 22, 2016
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a team of engineers from Washington University in St. million grant to develop long-term monitoring of our country's infrastructure. Louis a 4-year, $1.1
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Senators Propose $3.9B Construction Budget for State of Washington
Construction Equipment
APRIL 9, 2015
billion construction budget for the state of Washington to cover infrastructure spending over the next two years. A bipartisan group of state senators proposed a $3.9 The proposal is more than $100 million higher than the funding bill passed in a 96-2 vote by the House.
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48 Water infrastructure continues to fail
Contractor Magazine
JUNE 27, 2013
WASHINGTON — The saying, “pay me now or pay me later,” has become a cliché but it’s true. America’s water infrastructure is in bad shape and the country needs to spend billions of dollars now to avoid paying trillions of dollars later dealing with crises.
Texas, Louisiana, North Dakota, Washington, UtahShine in BF’s 9th Annual State Rankings Report
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JULY 22, 2013
According to BF Editor in Chief Jack Rogers, several states—including Texas, Louisiana, North Dakota, Washington and Utah—deserve a shout-out for their overall performance in the magazine’s 2013 state rankings. Southwest Utah Washington Economic Development rankings' 3 state for Best Business Climate and no. Far West U.S.
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Washington State Broadens Construction Shutdown Order
ENR Construction
MARCH 25, 2020
All commercial and residential construction will halt, with exceptions for low-income housing and work related to critical infrastructure.
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Construction Business Owner
APRIL 4, 2013
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Congress passes water infrastructure bill
Contractor Magazine
MAY 28, 2014
WASHINGTON — Congress has passed a bipartisan water infrastructure bill and sent it to President Obama for his signature, The Hill reported. billion in water infrastructure spending has been in the works since last year. Content Classification: Curated.
Flood-Wrecked Wash. State, B.C. Infrastructure Rebuild Will Be Long
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 9, 2021
Army Corps of Engineers in Washington state push to reopen, repair and add resilience to battered highways and flood defenses after a month of repeat storms. Officials and contractors in British Columbia and the U.S.
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Learn the Benefits of Push-to-Talk over Cellular, GPS Dispatching & Real-Time Videoconferencing
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Get nationwide voice, text & video calling that can be quickly deployed with no infrastructure costs. Push-to-Talk over cellular (PoC) is today’s Nextel radio network with nationwide voice, text and video calling that can be quickly deployed with no infrastructure costs. Wed, 12/14/2022 - 09:31. Do Not Sell My Personal Information.
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Viewpoint On Importance of Quality and Aesthetics
ENR Construction
JANUARY 6, 2021
Infrastructure marvels and structures in any period of history—from the Hoover Dam to the Washington Monument—often amaze us by their scale and technical innovation and all that is needed to build them.
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Construction Dive
JUNE 20, 2018
The Spokane Public Works Department in Washington says it will employ unmanned aerial vehicles to quickly and safely perform necessary inspections on existing infrastructure and ongoing construction projects.
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U.S. Cities Tackle Energy Efficiency in 2021
Pro Builder
JANUARY 14, 2022
San Francisco took the top spot for its energy efficient transportation policies and local government operations, which prioritized investments for efficient and sustainable vehicle fleets and infrastructure. The West Coast dominated the list of energy efficient cities with four California metros in the top 10.
FEATURE STORY: Washington Is Aiming Higher
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
SEPTEMBER 17, 2013
Washington always has been at the forefront of a new frontier in America, in industry as well as geography. But like many locations, Washington now must be nimble in defending its established turf from aggressive competitors while preparing to meet unexpected challenges and exploit huge new opportunities. By Jack Rogers.
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LA Metro CEO: Infrastructure Should Connect, Not Divide
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 10, 2021
AMAC hosted a talk with transportation leader Phil Washington on his legacy as he is poised to retire.
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The IAPMO Group Washington update
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 19, 2016
The Senate this week today passed sweeping legislation addressing the nation's water infrastructure. Hansen, Sr. VP Government Relations, IAPMO. read more.
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Washington Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 9, 2016
For a list of Washington economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. Export Voucher Program: The Washington State Department of Commerce’s Export Voucher program, funded in part by the U.S. See [link] for guidelines. W Fund: The W Fund, an $18.5
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Two LMN Architects-designed academic science buildings move forward for completion next year
BD+C
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Building Teams that include designer LMN Architects are on pace to complete two new science labs at Washington State in Pullman and Eastern Washington University in Cheney by the fall of 2020.
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The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment
BD+C
MAY 6, 2024
Photo courtesy Skanska The Eight —one of our developments in Bellevue, Washington—is a 26-story, 541,000 sf office tower boasting floor-to-ceiling windows welcoming panoramic natural light, flora and indoor vegetation native to Washington State. Washington Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth, Vancouver, Wash.
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Construction Spending Rebounds in February with Private, Public Gains
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 1, 2013
Association officials cautioned that the rise in public investment was likely to be short-lived and urged policy makers in Washington to make infrastructure investment a priority.
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164 Location Focus: Washington – Scenic Vistas And Soaring Industry Side By Side
Business Facilities
JULY 28, 2014
Washington dodged a huge bullet at the end of 2013 when it persuaded Boeing (with nearly $8 billion in tax credits) to renew its commitment to the keep manufacturing in the state. We cannot overstate what this meant for aerospace and the state of Washington,” Gov. The parts are moved by barge to the Mt. Photo: seattle.gov.).
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Construction Spending Rose in January from December, January 2021, Reports AGC
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MARCH 2, 2022
Association leaders urged Washington officials to speed the award of funds promised by the Bipartisan Infrastructure law. Private nonresidential construction, especially for manufacturing plants, has rebounded sharply in recent months, while demand for housing remains strong,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist.
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