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For the second time, the International Union of Operating Engineers and Associated General Contractors of Washington failed to reach an agreement on work conditions, hours and wages MORE
I’ve occasionally dansed around the issue of construction labor unions on this site, but of course I have not taken any definitive stance on one side or the other. Labor union grew substantially as a result of the industrial revolution in the late 1800s. MORE
Unions have Buyer's Remorse on Obamacare Welcome to the Collaborative Revolution! Who could have predicted that a 2,700+ page law drafted by lobbyists and passed by a Congress that didn't read it would have unintended consequences? The country is in the best of hands. MORE
The lawsuit also states that Hudson Yards developer Related Cos. had a hand in the alleged deception MORE
One current and one former official of an Indiana iron workers' union local pleaded not guilty in federal court MORE
OSHA’s policy of allowing union representatives to accompany agency compliance officers in walk-around inspections of worksites, even if the union doesn’t represent company employees, is being challenged in a lawsuit filed by the National Federation of Independent Businesses. That opened the door to participation by representatives of a union trying to organize employees at the site. MORE
But regardless of the spelling, labor (labour) unions in the construction industry are like the pink elephant in the room that nobody dares to speak of. So why are construction labor unions the pink elephant in the room? Philadelphia has often been called the last real union town. MORE
The developer of the $25 billion project in Manhattan said the agreement secures millions of man-hours for the New York City District Council of Carpenters, at rates that are up to 10.5% lower than the prevailing wage rate MORE
Industry groups react to halt 'to fair share' union fees for government non-members MORE
Project officials said the expansion would reduce wait times and add more flexibility for riders, and could help boost mobility in time for when the city hosts the Olympic Games in summer 2028 MORE
As virtual reality technologies continue to evolve, construction trade unions are showing interest in incorporating them into apprenticeship training MORE
Including the underground facilities, Union Station spans about 9 city blocks in size Chicago has one of the best passenger rail systems in the country and with the selection of Riverside Investment & Development to renovate the elderly station, riding the rails will become even better. MORE
. . The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that public sector unions for state and local employees can’t force non-members to pay a “fair-share” union fee based on an Illinois law that required non-union workers to pay fees that go to collective bargaining. MORE
State-of-the-art training centers being built by trade unions are offering higher-education type training and are drawing attendees nationwide. MORE
An initial victory by a developer that is in a battle with New York unions MORE
's latest claims that some union members are trying to impede progress at NYC's $25 billion Hudson Yards development The Related Co.'s MORE
To better understand what is causing the increase in construction accidents - besides the overall building boom in the city - politicians and labor groups want to track incidents by the kind of jobsite, union or nonunion New York City counted 12 construction fatalities in 2015, a 50-percent increase over the previous year. Non-fatal injuries were up by almost the same rate, according to the NYC Department of Buildings. MORE
The president is not expected to provide further details of his infrastructure plan until after his State of the Union address next week MORE
When do links between union and open-shop contractors violate union agreements MORE
Supreme Court's decision that public-sector employees who are not union members cannot be forced to foot the bill for collective bargaining will not end organized labor in the city A director of a construction group said the U.S. MORE
Non-union labor is a growing force in New York City’s construction industry , according to an industry trade group official. Coletti said competitive pricing environment favors non-union labor, though he would rather see his group be 100% union MORE
One of the primary union targets is the Related Companies, developer of the $25 billion Hudson Yards and increasingly vocal critic of union work policies MORE
State-of-the-art training centers being built by trade unions are offering higher-education type training and are drawing attendees nationwide. MORE
Non-union employees can select anyone, including representatives of a union, to accompany an OSHA compliance officer during an inspection of their worksite, according to a recent interpretation letter issued by OSHA. MORE
And now even Obama''s union supporters are realizing that. This would be funny if it weren''t so sad. The "Affordable Care Act" was sold to the American people under false pretenses. MORE
The developer alleges that corrupt practices on behalf of some unions have cost it $100 million. Hudson Yards Construction LLC said most of the project's unions operate properly MORE
Revenue from the Construction Impact Tax would go toward the Pennsylvania city's Philly 1st program, which offers financial assistance to homebuyers MORE
The automobile giant's officials expressed concern that the company might not be able to meet Detroit's 51% local-hire requirement given the labor shortage MORE
Memorial Union is one of the most beloved historic buildings on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus MORE
After the federal government temporarily halted construction on a portion of the Dakota Access Pipeline project in North Dakota, disputes continue, pitting protesters against construction crews and unions against each other MORE
As the current pipeline of infrastructure projects becomes larger and ever more complex, contractors are making increasingly risky bets that projects will be delivered on time and on budget. MORE
Chicago's city council on Wednesday will vote on this piece of the overall $1.5 billion redevelopment of the historic train station, which includes a 1.5 million-square-foot, 50-story office tower and public park MORE
State contractors are "looking at all options" to resume their work after 23 days of unsuccessful talks with Operating Engineers Local 324 MORE
will invest approximately $80 million to expand operations in Union City, TN. Tyson plans to add 25,000 square feet and new production lines to its Union City plant, effectively doubling its output capabilities at the facility. By the BF Staff. From the September/October 2017 Issue. MORE
Construction of Chicago’s new Metra Union Pacific/West commuter railroad station in Lombard, Ill., marks a major improvement for riders as well as the residents of the Village of Lombard. Prior to building the sparkling new station, riders simply boarded from two uncovered platforms. Now, the nearly 1,300 weekday riders enjoy the convenience and shelter of 250 linear feet of curved metal roof canopies on either side of the tracks MORE
The building, constructed in the 1960s in the Bronzeville neighborhood, south of the Loop, attracted the interest of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 134, which was looking to move out of its West Side union hall Drake elementary school was one of 47 elementary schools decommissioned by Chicago Public Schools in 2014, due to declining student enrollment. MORE
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NOVEMBER 14, 2017
will invest approximately $80 million to expand operations in Union City, TN. Tyson plans to add 25,000 square feet and new production lines to its Union City plant, effectively doubling its output capabilities at the facility. By the BF Staff. From the September/October 2017 Issue.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 23, 2018
For the second time, the International Union of Operating Engineers and Associated General Contractors of Washington failed to reach an agreement on work conditions, hours and wages
BD+C
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
The building, constructed in the 1960s in the Bronzeville neighborhood, south of the Loop, attracted the interest of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 134, which was looking to move out of its West Side union hall Drake elementary school was one of 47 elementary schools decommissioned by Chicago Public Schools in 2014, due to declining student enrollment.
Construction Equipment
JUNE 27, 2018
. . The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that public sector unions for state and local employees can’t force non-members to pay a “fair-share” union fee based on an Illinois law that required non-union workers to pay fees that go to collective bargaining.
Green Industry Professionals
MARCH 6, 2017
Editor's Commentary - Should Landscaping Workers be Unionized
Construction Dive
APRIL 19, 2018
One of the primary union targets is the Related Companies, developer of the $25 billion Hudson Yards and increasingly vocal critic of union work policies
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Construction Dive
JUNE 27, 2018
The decision in Janus will change how public-sector unions work, but it also will have implications for private-sector labor issues, experts say
Constructonomics
SEPTEMBER 15, 2013
I’ve occasionally dansed around the issue of construction labor unions on this site, but of course I have not taken any definitive stance on one side or the other. Labor union grew substantially as a result of the industrial revolution in the late 1800s.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 20, 2018
Memorial Union is one of the most beloved historic buildings on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 26, 2017
When do links between union and open-shop contractors violate union agreements
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 18, 2016
To better understand what is causing the increase in construction accidents - besides the overall building boom in the city - politicians and labor groups want to track incidents by the kind of jobsite, union or nonunion New York City counted 12 construction fatalities in 2015, a 50-percent increase over the previous year. Non-fatal injuries were up by almost the same rate, according to the NYC Department of Buildings.
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ENR Construction
AUGUST 15, 2018
An initial victory by a developer that is in a battle with New York unions
ENR Construction
MARCH 22, 2018
As virtual reality technologies continue to evolve, construction trade unions are showing interest in incorporating them into apprenticeship training
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 29, 2018
The developer of the $25 billion project in Manhattan said the agreement secures millions of man-hours for the New York City District Council of Carpenters, at rates that are up to 10.5% lower than the prevailing wage rate
Construction Dive
JANUARY 22, 2018
The president is not expected to provide further details of his infrastructure plan until after his State of the Union address next week
FDR Safety
MAY 10, 2013
Non-union employees can select anyone, including representatives of a union, to accompany an OSHA compliance officer during an inspection of their worksite, according to a recent interpretation letter issued by OSHA.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 29, 2018
The automobile giant's officials expressed concern that the company might not be able to meet Detroit's 51% local-hire requirement given the labor shortage
Constructonomics
APRIL 28, 2012
But regardless of the spelling, labor (labour) unions in the construction industry are like the pink elephant in the room that nobody dares to speak of. So why are construction labor unions the pink elephant in the room? Philadelphia has often been called the last real union town.
Collaborative Construction
SEPTEMBER 27, 2013
And now even Obama''s union supporters are realizing that. This would be funny if it weren''t so sad. The "Affordable Care Act" was sold to the American people under false pretenses.
BD+C
OCTOBER 2, 2018
Construction of Chicago’s new Metra Union Pacific/West commuter railroad station in Lombard, Ill., marks a major improvement for riders as well as the residents of the Village of Lombard. Prior to building the sparkling new station, riders simply boarded from two uncovered platforms. Now, the nearly 1,300 weekday riders enjoy the convenience and shelter of 250 linear feet of curved metal roof canopies on either side of the tracks
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 15, 2017
State-of-the-art training centers being built by trade unions are offering higher-education type training and are drawing attendees nationwide.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 5, 2016
After the federal government temporarily halted construction on a portion of the Dakota Access Pipeline project in North Dakota, disputes continue, pitting protesters against construction crews and unions against each other
ENR Construction
JULY 11, 2018
Industry groups react to halt 'to fair share' union fees for government non-members
ENR Construction
JANUARY 23, 2018
Former LIUNA chief of staff alleged to have charged nearly $170,000 in unauthorized expenses on union credit card
Construction Dive
MARCH 8, 2018
The developer alleges that corrupt practices on behalf of some unions have cost it $100 million. Hudson Yards Construction LLC said most of the project's unions operate properly
Construction Dive
JUNE 29, 2018
Supreme Court's decision that public-sector employees who are not union members cannot be forced to foot the bill for collective bargaining will not end organized labor in the city A director of a construction group said the U.S.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
Union locals and trust funds can be vulnerable, experts say
FDR Safety
SEPTEMBER 22, 2016
OSHA’s policy of allowing union representatives to accompany agency compliance officers in walk-around inspections of worksites, even if the union doesn’t represent company employees, is being challenged in a lawsuit filed by the National Federation of Independent Businesses. That opened the door to participation by representatives of a union trying to organize employees at the site.
Collaborative Construction
FEBRUARY 1, 2013
Unions have Buyer's Remorse on Obamacare Welcome to the Collaborative Revolution! Who could have predicted that a 2,700+ page law drafted by lobbyists and passed by a Congress that didn't read it would have unintended consequences? The country is in the best of hands.
Construction Dive
MAY 10, 2018
's latest claims that some union members are trying to impede progress at NYC's $25 billion Hudson Yards development The Related Co.'s
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 15, 2017
State-of-the-art training centers being built by trade unions are offering higher-education type training and are drawing attendees nationwide.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 27, 2018
State contractors are "looking at all options" to resume their work after 23 days of unsuccessful talks with Operating Engineers Local 324
Construction Dive
JUNE 12, 2018
Revenue from the Construction Impact Tax would go toward the Pennsylvania city's Philly 1st program, which offers financial assistance to homebuyers
Construction Dive
APRIL 23, 2018
The lawsuit also states that Hudson Yards developer Related Cos. had a hand in the alleged deception
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 5, 2018
As the current pipeline of infrastructure projects becomes larger and ever more complex, contractors are making increasingly risky bets that projects will be delivered on time and on budget.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
Union locals and trust funds can be vulnerable to embezzlement and fraud, experts say
BD+C
JULY 24, 2017
Non-union labor is a growing force in New York City’s construction industry , according to an industry trade group official. Coletti said competitive pricing environment favors non-union labor, though he would rather see his group be 100% union
Construction Equipment
MAY 25, 2017
Including the underground facilities, Union Station spans about 9 city blocks in size Chicago has one of the best passenger rail systems in the country and with the selection of Riverside Investment & Development to renovate the elderly station, riding the rails will become even better.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 30, 2018
Chicago's city council on Wednesday will vote on this piece of the overall $1.5 billion redevelopment of the historic train station, which includes a 1.5 million-square-foot, 50-story office tower and public park
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 9, 2018
Project officials said the expansion would reduce wait times and add more flexibility for riders, and could help boost mobility in time for when the city hosts the Olympic Games in summer 2028
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