Architecture firm Goettsch Partners has named James Zheng as CEO. In addition, Paul De Santis has joined Chairman James Goettsch as a co-design director for the practice.

Written on 12 September 2022.

City Scoop: Louisville | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

September 12, 2022

City Grill

Melissa Tucker
Principal
Stantec

“We are seeing a lot of development in Louisville with the veteran’s hospital [Veterans Affairs Hospital, John Cochran V.A.

Written on 12 September 2022.

Midwest City Scoop: St. Louis | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

September 12, 2022

City Grill

Angelo Arzano
Managing Principal
HOK

“St. Louis has seen lots of development in the science and tech, workplace, sports, government and health care markets.

Written on 12 September 2022.

Intel breaks ground on $20B Ohio semiconductor manufacturing site | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Turner funds $70K annual grant program at Tuskegee U | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Minneapolis light rail extension $9.5M over budget, 9 years behind schedule | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 07 September 2022.

NFL's Chicago Bears Share Proposal for New Stadium, Mixed-use District | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Project Proposals

By James Leggate

The Chicago Bears say a property in Arlington Heights, Ill., has space for a mixed-use and entertainment district anchored by a future football stadium.

Written on 07 September 2022.

NFL's Chicago Bears Propose New Stadium, Mixed-Use District | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Project Proposals

By James Leggate

Written on 07 September 2022.

Contractor Used Shell Companies to Dodge Prevailing Wage, Illinois AG Says | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Legal

By James Leggate

Officials say Drive Construction shorted workers on pay on various projects in and around Chicago, including construction of Englewood STEM High School.

*Rendering courtesy of Chicago Public Schools*

Written on 06 September 2022.

‘Dig once’ strategy minimizes infrastructure project pain: McKinsey | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Construction accountant on IIJA funds, inflation and CHIPS Act’s $500B potential | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Sept. 6, 2022

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Written on 06 September 2022.

NASA awards $19.4M to advance lunar construction research | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Sept. 6, 2022

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Written on 06 September 2022.

The importance of research in construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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By Jonathan Arnholz, NCCER Digital Communications Manager

Written on 02 September 2022.

New and updated software that contractors should know about | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Sept. 2, 2022

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Written on 02 September 2022.

Clyde Baker, Deep Foundation Innovator, Dies at 92 | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Obituary

Geotechnical engineer was the 2008 ENR Award of Excellence recipient

By Annemarie Mannion

Clyde Baker was an innovator in deep foundations for supertall buildings.

*Cover image courtesy of ENR Archives*

Written on 02 September 2022.

Construction unemployment rose in August, and that’s good news for contractors | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 02 September 2022.

Maryland Purple Line owner, union reach PLA on $9.3B project | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Sept. 2, 2022

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Written on 02 September 2022.

Public projects keep nonresidential construction spending positive, overall sector falls | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Sept. 2, 2022

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Written on 01 September 2022.

An onsite physical therapist can help minimize jobsite accidents, injuries | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Sept. 1, 2022

By Kyle Schmoyer, Kris Corbett

Written on 01 September 2022.

California poised to strengthen pay transparency, reporting mandates | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 26 August 2022.

Rego Restaurant Group develops modular construction units | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 25 August 2022.

Suffolk breaks ground on life sciences project in NYC | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 25 August 2022.

The office is ‘critical’ but changing shape, real estate report says | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 25 August 2022.

Oregon program helps place formerly incarcerated people in apprenticeships | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

Published Aug. 24, 2022

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Written on 24 August 2022.

Contractor, Subcontractor on Rivian Project Will Pay Workers Owed Overtime, Illinois AG Says | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Legal

Third firm facing lawsuit from Illinois state officials

Illinois officials say subcontractor employees who helped build Rivian's EV manufacturing plant in Normal, Il., were denied overtime pay while working 60-80 hours per week.

Written on 24 August 2022.

Lowe’s pilots faster delivery for pros | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Massachusetts establishes health, safety agency for public workers | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 24 August 2022.

The ‘bonus’ tax deduction in the Inflation Reduction Act for construction firms | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 24, 2022

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Written on 23 August 2022.

Inflation Reduction Act includes $3B to improve roads | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 23, 2022

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Written on 23 August 2022.

‘Boot camps’ open to help small cities compete for infrastructure grants | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 23, 2022

By Charles Pekow

Written on 23 August 2022.

Jacobs rebrands, takes on new parent company name | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 23, 2022

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Written on 22 August 2022.

Roman Peter Wengler, global leader in thin-arch concrete dams, dies Aug. 8 | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Obituary

Wengler was known as a disruptor in the world of dam building

Roman Peter Wengler was a global leader in thin-arch concrete dam design and construction.

Written on 22 August 2022.

Roman Peter Wengler, Global Leader in Thin-Arch Concrete Dams, Dies | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Obituary

Wengler worked on dams all over the world for Harza Engineering, where he became chief engineer.

*Photo courtesy of the Wengler family.*

Civil engineer Roman Peter Wengler was a “disruptor” in the world of dam building long before that was a word for an innovator.

Written on 22 August 2022.

Roman P. Wengler, Global Leader in Thin-Arch Concrete Dams, Dies | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Obituary

Civil engineer Roman P.

Written on 22 August 2022.

Miami-Dade issues RFP for $10B downtown redevelopment | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 20 August 2022.

Lawsuit Against Quanta Services Challenges Non-Compete Agreements | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Lawsuits

Quanta Electric Power Services wants to keep the case in Western Kentucky U.S. District Court in Owensboro, Ky., while the plaintiffs are seeking to remand it to a local court.

Written on 20 August 2022.

Lawsuit in Quanta Services Deal Challenges Non-Compete Terms | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Acquisitions

Written on 19 August 2022.

Global Infrastructure Solutions acquires Hill International for $173M | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 19, 2022

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Written on 19 August 2022.

Lumber prices ride a volatility roller coaster | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 17, 2022

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Written on 17 August 2022.

Safety tech boosts productivity, contractors say | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 17, 2022

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence

Written on 17 August 2022.

After Surfside settlement, Terra begins mixed-use project near Miami airport | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 17, 2022

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 16 August 2022.

Dodge: Total construction starts surge 48% in July | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 16, 2022

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Written on 16 August 2022.

Report details what went wrong at Denver Airport’s Great Hall project | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 9, 2022

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Written on 08 August 2022.

Virginia regulators approve Dominion Energy’s $9.8B offshore wind farm | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 8, 2022

Larry PearlSenior Editor

Written on 08 August 2022.

Skanska, Traylor Bros break ground on $1.56B Portal North Bridge | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 8, 2022

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Written on 08 August 2022.

How to bend a brick wall | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Natural Disasters

Kentucky governor calls damage in flood-affected counties 'absolutely devastating'

Gov. Andy Beshear has been touring flood-damaged areas of eastern Kentucky over the past few days.

Written on 02 August 2022.

High-speed rail efforts in the US: a history | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 2, 2022

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Written on 02 August 2022.

These 6 US-Mexico border projects are funded by the IIJA | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 2, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 02 August 2022.

Did the US just sink into a recession? | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 2, 2022

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Written on 02 August 2022.

Kentucky Flood Underscores Climate Crisis Disastrous Effects | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Environment

Kentucky National Guard _ A Kentucky National Guard flight c.jpg — President Joe Biden made a disaster declaration for Eastern Kentucky on July 29 as a result of major flooding. (Photo courtesy of the National Guard.)

Written on 02 August 2022.

Curtain Wall Supplier Claims Rival Engaged in Fraud | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Legal

Chicago curtain wall suppliers take bitter dispute over IP, employee hiring to court

Reflection Window and Walls claims it lost $13 million worth of bids to Talon Wall.

Written on 02 August 2022.

$31B Texas ‘Ike Dike’ moves ahead with Senate approval | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 1, 2022

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Written on 01 August 2022.

DOE extends $2.5B loan to build 3 EV battery factories | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 1, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 01 August 2022.

US economy faces recession question as inflationary pressures continue | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 1, 2022

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Written on 01 August 2022.

Lendlease breaks ground on $1.5B San Francisco tower | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 1, 2022

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Written on 01 August 2022.

Lendlease breaks ground on $1.15B San Francisco tower | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 1, 2022

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Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 01 August 2022.

Why rotating telehandlers are changing construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Aug. 1, 2022

Written on 29 July 2022.

Granite’s Q2 profit, revenue dip as company continues strategic shift | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 29, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 29 July 2022.

CHIPS Act passes House, secures $52B for semiconductor industry | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 28, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 28 July 2022.

How OSHA’s general duty clause applies to heat incidents | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 28, 2022

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Written on 28 July 2022.

HNTB Designing $770M Des Moines International Airport Terminal | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Airports

Written on 28 July 2022.

Top 10 US metros for construction starts | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 28, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 28 July 2022.

Jacobsen Construction completes one of country’s largest veteran care facilities | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 28, 2022

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Written on 28 July 2022.

Fed makes second .75 rate hike in bid to tamp down runaway inflation | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 28, 2022

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Written on 28 July 2022.

Google Deal to Breathe New Life Into Chicago's Iconic Thompson Center | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Redevelopment

Renovation plans include keeping late architect Helmut Jahn's soaring atrium

Thompson Center.jpg — The James R. Thompson Center in Chicago will be sold to Google in a $105 million deal.

Written on 27 July 2022.

Labor

Published July 21, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 22 July 2022.

Flint Water Engineers' Case Goes to Jury After Five-month Trial | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published July 18, 2022

Written on 18 July 2022.

Strategic tools to combat chaotic conditions | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 18, 2022

By Kirk Rathjen, Vice President, Contract Underwriting, Merchants Bonding Company; Gina Lockwood, Director of Claims, Merchants Bonding Company

Written on 15 July 2022.

US Attorney Alleges ADA Violations in Chicago Cubs Stadium Renovation | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Americans with Disabilities Act

Lawsuit was brought by U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois

Civiil suit charges that a renovation of Wrigley Field eliminated prime wheelchair seating.

The friendly confines of Wrigley Field are not so friendly to wheelchair users, according to federal prosecutors who filed a civil suit July 14 alleging that the Chicago Cubs’ multi-year renovation of the baseball stadium eliminated prime wheelchair seating and did not include other accessible features required under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Written on 15 July 2022.

Not just warehouses: Amazon pulls back on office towers, too. | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 15, 2022

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Written on 15 July 2022.

REIT announces 1.5 million-square-foot data center expansion | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 15, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 15 July 2022.

OSHA responds to 'alarming' increase in trench deaths | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 15, 2022

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Written on 15 July 2022.

Peak pricing? June's PPI shows signs of relief for construction materials. | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 15, 2022

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 14 July 2022.

Panasonic Energy to Build $4B EV Battery Plant in Kansas | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published July 13, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

The Boldt Co. served as the general contractor on the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center’s thermal power plant upgrades.
*Photo courtesy of The Boldt Co.*

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Published July 5, 2022

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Written on 05 July 2022.

Financial management course gives pros the tools they need to run a business | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published July 5, 2022

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Written on 05 July 2022.

University Projects

The new engineering building is one of various projects included in UW-Madison's 2015 master plan update, and university officials say it's the highest-priority.

*Drawing courtesy of University of Wisconsin-Madison*

The Michigan Supreme Court ruled June 28 that a single Genesee County judge acting as a grand jury had no power to indict former Gov.

Written on 28 June 2022.

Road collapses near $4.5B Gordie Howe Bridge project in Detroit | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 28, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 28 June 2022.

Road collapses near $4.5B Gordie Howe Bridge project | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 28, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 28 June 2022.

New York transit authority to upgrade most inaccessible subway stations by 2055 | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 28, 2022

Maria RachalEditor

Written on 28 June 2022.

Luxury condos underway in the Las Vegas Valley | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 28, 2022

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Written on 27 June 2022.

Top colleges for student housing starts | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 27, 2022

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Written on 24 June 2022.

Illinois Contractors Face Liability for Subs' Unpaid Wages | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

New law covers contracts starting July 1

Illinois_Sen_Cristina_Castro(1).jpg — State Sen. Cristina Castro sponsored the bills, calling for added protections against wage theft.

*Photo courtesy of Sen. Cristina Castro's office*

Written on 24 June 2022.

Biden calls for three-month federal gas tax holiday | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Design Issues

Not all architects favor letting interior designers stamp and seal plans

Illinois interior designers receive stamp and seal privileges under new law.

*Photo Courtesy of Getty Images*

Written on 15 June 2022.

Illinois Law Grants Sign-Off Privileges to Interior Designers | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published June 14, 2022

Written on 13 June 2022.

Consigli's new NYC director focuses on people, prices, paying it forward | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 13, 2022

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 13 June 2022.

Why Amazon's warehouse pullback is good news for contractors | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 13, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 13 June 2022.

The future of water infrastructure in the face of climate change | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 13, 2022

Written on 13 June 2022.

How sound transmission class (STC) tests for wall joints are conducted | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 13, 2022

Written on 10 June 2022.

Single Bid for Illinois Statehouse Renovation Comes in $73.5M Over Estimates | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Capitol wing renovation project will total $243.5M

The north wing of the Illinois State Capitol building is undergoing a renovation that will include creating a skylight view of the dome in a new visitors' center.

Robert FreedmanLead Editor

Written on 09 June 2022.

Nebraska contractor hands out $2,000 inflation bonuses | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 9, 2022

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Written on 09 June 2022.

High pay attracts workers, but construction's employment gap widens | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 9, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 09 June 2022.

Real estate pros ask: Are we headed into a recession? | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 9, 2022

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Written on 08 June 2022.

Walmart plots 4 new 'next generation' fulfillment centers | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 8, 2022

Ben UnglesbeeSenior Reporter, Retail Dive

Written on 08 June 2022.

New algae-based cement garners attention from AEC industry, Microsoft | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 8, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 08 June 2022.

Los Angeles pilots digital twin project to aid building decarbonization | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 8, 2022

By Melissa Goldin

Written on 08 June 2022.

Developers, contractors go to great lengths to secure materials, appliances | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 8, 2022

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 08 June 2022.

Stadiums of tomorrow: Franchises across leagues look to build new homes | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 8, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 08 June 2022.

Wisconsin Focuses on Smaller Communities With $35M in IIJA Road Projects | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published June 6, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 06 June 2022.

Civil engineer and contractor build 3D digital bridge with Trimble model collaboration platform | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 6, 2022

Written on 06 June 2022.

Why contractors need automated resource management | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 6, 2022

Written on 03 June 2022.

Northeast construction starts slow following rebound last year | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 3, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 02 June 2022.

US DOT Awards $368M in Rail Infrastructure Grants | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Railroads

Funds go to upgrade track, bridges, stations and grade crossings.

Port of Baltimore Railroad pa-01-13-csx-facility-mcallen_crop.jpg — Photo Courtesy Maryland Port Administration

The U.S. Dept. of Transportation has awarded $368 million in grants from coast to coast for a wide range of freight and passenger rail improvements—most of which are for infrastructure projects, including track work, bridges, stations and eliminating grade crossings.

Written on 02 June 2022.

Michigan Governor Directs 'Streamlined' Infrastructure Permitting Process | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs an infrastructure spending bill in March. On June 1, Whitmer signed an executive directive aimed at making the permitting process for infrastructure projects more efficient.

Written on 02 June 2022.

Mich. Governor Directs 'Streamlined' Infrastructure Permitting | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

Written on 02 June 2022.

Punching out: The dire state of worker mental health | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 2, 2022

By

Carla BellSenior Editor

Written on 02 June 2022.

The pandemic increased employee stress about retirement, study says | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 2, 2022

Emilie ShumwayEditor

Written on 02 June 2022.

Natural gas legislation: What multifamily developers, owners need to know | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 2, 2022

By

Jen A. Miller Reporter

Written on 02 June 2022.

How a Critical Delay Sent Costs of St. Louis Convention Center Project Sky High | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Annals of Inflation

St. Louis convention center.png — A rendering of the anticipated renovated entrance of America's Center, the St. Louis convention center.

*Image: Courtesy of AC Next*

The current inflation, supply chain and staffing uncertainties have unfolded in slow motion for the industry.

Written on 02 June 2022.

How a Critical Delay Sent St. Louis Convention Center Project Costs Sky High | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Annals of Inflation

The current inflation, supply chain and staffing uncertainties have unfolded in slow motion for the construction industry.

Written on 01 June 2022.

For tech-focused labor solutions, US contractors should look to Japan | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 1, 2022

By Rory San Miguel

Written on 01 June 2022.

Materials, labor shortages threaten data center construction boom | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published June 1, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 01 June 2022.

MoDOT's Five-Year Plan Boosts Road, Bridge Funding to $7.7B | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Project Finance

Transportation agency proposes increased spending over previous five-year plan

Written on 31 May 2022.

Fire clay brick for superior fire resistance | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 31, 2022

Written on 27 May 2022.

Intel Picks Gilbane for First Phase of $20B Ohio Manufacturing Plants Project | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Companies

Intel says that construction of its Ohio chip manufacturing complex could start by the end of 2022.
*(Image courtesy of Intel Corp.)*

Intel has selected the first Charlotte NC dump truck contractor for its upcoming $20-billion semiconductor chip manufacturing plants project in central Ohio.

Written on 27 May 2022.

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Published May 24, 2022

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 24 May 2022.

Planned Streetcar Line Drives New Development in Omaha | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Transportation

Mutual of Omaha plans new $600-million headquarters along route

A streetcar line is planned for Omaha. — *Photo Courtesy HDR Engineering*

A 3.5-mile streetcar line planned for Omaha, Neb., helped convince insurance giant Mutual of Omaha to pursue development of a new headquarters tower in the city's downtown and will also provide service to a new science museum.

Written on 23 May 2022.

Infrastructure act will draw workers to trades, but training is key: Walsh | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 23, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 23 May 2022.

Vietnam-based contractor enters US, Canadian markets with lofty goals | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 23, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 23 May 2022.

2 years after George Floyd's death: progress yet 'unfulfilled promises' in construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 23, 2022

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 23 May 2022.

Is the seller-doer model right for your AEC firm? | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 23, 2022

Written on 19 May 2022.

The Stop WOKE Act may put a 'strategic pause' on DEI efforts | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 19, 2022

Katie ClareyContributor

Written on 19 May 2022.

Staffing shortages stress remaining workers, survey shows | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 19, 2022

Kathryn MoodySenior Editor

Written on 19 May 2022.

Boldt Co.'s 'gatekeeper' program offers mental health, suicide support | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 19, 2022

By Katie Pyzyk

Written on 19 May 2022.

Report: Michigan Dam Collapses Caused by Rapid Liquefaction of Embankment | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Water

The May 2020 failures of the Edenville and Sanford Dams were caused by heavy rain combining with sandy berms

Edenville Dam Final Report — The final report by the independent forensic team investigating the collapse of the Edenville and Sanford Dams in Michigan was released May 4.

Written on 19 May 2022.

Builders, MBI press for modular standards | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 19, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 19 May 2022.

4 things every contractor should know about insurance | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 19, 2022

By Jacquelyn M. Mohr

Written on 19 May 2022.

Proposed $700M Gas Plant in Wis. Survives Legal Challenges, Though More Loom | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

*Rendering Courtesy Dairyland Power Cooperative*

A Wisconsin judge has determined that state regulators acted appropriately in granting a construction permit for the Nemadji Trail Energy Center, a proposed $700 million combined-cycle natural gas energy plant that has drawn opposition from environmental groups, despite proponents’ assertions that the facility will help accelerate a transition to clean energy.

Written on 19 May 2022.

Proposed $700M Wis. Gas Plant Survives Legal Hurdles, But More Loom | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

A Wisconsin judge has determined that state regulators acted appropriately in granting a construction permit for the Nemadji Trail Energy Center, a proposed $700 million combined-cycle natural gas energy plant that has drawn opposition from environmental groups, despite proponents’ assertions that the facility will help accelerate a transition to clean energy.

Written on 18 May 2022.

As destructive wildfires increase, new model can calculate property risk | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 18, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 18 May 2022.

How the Colonial Pipeline attack instilled urgency in cybersecurity | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 16, 2022

By Construction Dive Staff

Written on 16 May 2022.

Public Projects

Only one bidder bid on the first phase of the pandemic-delayed public project

A rendering shows the Cervantes Convention Center with its planned expansion in downtown St.

Written on 12 May 2022.

No Bidders Submit for $210M St. Louis Convention Center Phase Two | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Public Projects

Only one bidder bid on the first phase of the pandemic-delayed public project

Written on 12 May 2022.

Ikea to invest more than $3B in stores | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 12, 2022

Caroline JansenEditor

Written on 12 May 2022.

White House vows to speed up environmental review for federal projects | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 12, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 11 May 2022.

Bechtel launches division targeting manufacturing, tech | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 11, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 11 May 2022.

ConTech Conversations: For young industry pros, 'ask for what you need' | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 11, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 11 May 2022.

Employer settles DOL claim it filled jobs by word of mouth, resulting in race disparities | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 11, 2022

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Laurel Kalser

Written on 10 May 2022.

Human error, heavy rain, lack of upkeep led to Michigan dam failures | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 10, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 10 May 2022.

ENR Midwest Welcomes New Editor | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Viewpoint

This will be my last issue as ENR’s Midwest editor. I have been promoted to associate editor of technology and equipment, and while I will still be here in Chicago, I’ll be handing the ENR Midwest reins over to the highly capable Annemarie Mannion, who brings a wealth of experience at both ENR and the Chicago Tribune to the role.

Written on 10 May 2022.

Shawmut expands in Florida amid growing demand | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 10, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 10 May 2022.

AECOM earnings rise, shares fall on maintained guidance | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 10, 2022

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 10 May 2022.

Oracle Innovation Lab Opens; Chicago Zoo Lion Cub has Pepper Connection | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

On the Scene

Burcin Kaplanoglu Speaking — *Photo by Jeff Yoders for ENR*

Oracle Innovation Lab Finally Holds Grand Opening

On April 26-28, Oracle welcomed hundreds of guests to the grand opening of its 30,000-sq-ft Innovation Lab at its Deerfield, Ill.

Written on 09 May 2022.

Looking beyond cost codes in construction management software | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 9, 2022

By Ricci Stevens

Written on 09 May 2022.

Top Design Firms Grow Revenue, But Not at Pre-Pandemic Rate | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

ENR Midwest Top Design Firms 2022

After a pandemic-related delay in 2020, the $420-million Wisconsin Center expansion in Milwaukee broke ground in October with representatives of design team TVS and Eppstein Uhen on hand.

Written on 09 May 2022.

Revenue, backlog drop but Fluor maintains guidance | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 9, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 09 May 2022.

Following 2 accidents, Suffolk stops work on Boston jobsites | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 9, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 09 May 2022.

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Published May 2, 2022

Written on 02 May 2022.

The 5 benefits of lean construction practices | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published May 2, 2022

Written on 29 April 2022.

OSHA Concludes Amazon Warehouse Collapse Investigation With No Citations Issued | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Safety

No building-related issues cited by OSHA in Edwardsville tornado collapse investigation

The partial collapse of an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville, Ill., on Dec. 10 is at the heard of a lawsuit against the online retailer and several firms involved in the design and construction of the building.

Written on 29 April 2022.

OSHA Ends Amazon Warehouse Collapse Probe With No Citations Issued | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Safety

No building-related issues cited by agency in Edwardsville tornado collapse investigation

Written on 29 April 2022.

OSHA Ends Amazon Warehouse Collapse Probe With No Citations | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published April 20, 2022

By

David JonesReporter

Written on 20 April 2022.

Economic headwinds threaten construction's spring recovery | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published April 18, 2022

Written on 18 April 2022.

Solar and water construction key in the future of data center sustainability | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published April 18, 2022

Written on 18 April 2022.

Contractor Disputes Engineering Report Amid Amazon Warehouse Collapse Lawsuit | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Legal

Area first-responder concedes report highlighted by wrongful death case lawyer was only preliminary

Dan Bruno, a fire marshal and professional engineer, wrote that he shared his observations and photos of a partial Amazon.com warehouse collapse with OSHA, which is investigating.

Written on 18 April 2022.

Contractor Disputes Report Amid Amazon Warehouse Collapse Lawsuit | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Legal

Area first-responder concedes report highlighted by wrongful death case lawyer was only preliminary

Written on 16 April 2022.

Iowa Governor Weighs Bill To End Design-Build Carveout | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Projects

Legislation would no longer allow universities to use DB approach

A 2018 public-private partnership made the Iowa-based Weitz Co. take substantial risk as both the general contractor and the developer on the Des Moines Hilton.

Written on 14 April 2022.

Here comes the sun: OSHA launches new program for heat safety | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published April 14, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 14 April 2022.

'Especially concerning' potential code violations found at site of Amazon warehouse destroyed by tornado | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published April 14, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 14 April 2022.

EPA Updates Five Metro Areas to 'Severe' Smog Status, Requiring Added Protections | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Air Quality

Proposed designations could complicate construction project permitting

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 08 April 2022.

Former HBD Construction COO Indicted on Federal Fraud Charges for Using Minority Fronts | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Legal

Brian Kowert, Sr., used to lead large St. Louis contractor before a federal investigation led to him leaving the company

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Missouri is prosecuting the case, which was investigated by the FBI.

Written on 08 April 2022.

Former Construction COO Indicted for Using Minority Fronts | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Legal

Brian Kowert Sr., used to lead large St. Louis contractor before a federal investigation led to him leaving the company

Written on 07 April 2022.

DHS ends pandemic policy allowing expired I-9 documents | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published April 4, 2022

Written on 04 April 2022.

Trauma-informed design is changing the education space — here's what that means for the built environment | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published April 4, 2022

Written on 01 April 2022.

Biden pushes 28% corporate tax rate | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 28, 2022

By

Jim TysonSenior Reporter

Written on 28 March 2022.

Target, Amazon debut sustainable store concepts | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 28, 2022

By Tatiana Walk-Morris

Written on 28 March 2022.

The new era of subcontractor-led prequalification | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 28, 2022

Written on 28 March 2022.

The 6 ways construction management software makes project managers' lives easier | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 28, 2022

Written on 28 March 2022.

The Partner Elevation Pledge: Embracing a new mindset and a new way of working collaboratively with contracting partners | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 28, 2022

Written on 25 March 2022.

Michigan Lawmakers Pass $4.7B Infrastructure Spending Bill | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

Bill appropriates funds for water, roads, other projects

Water projects will receive the most funding under the bill, but roads and bridges will also get more than $300 million.

Written on 25 March 2022.

White House warns US of possible Russian cyberattack linked to Ukraine invasion | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Keeping projects connected: the simplicity of digital transformation in construction project management | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 21, 2022

Written on 21 March 2022.

Uncovering the hidden costs of construction administration | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 21, 2022

Written on 18 March 2022.

Whistleblower Contractor Exposes Competitor's Alleged DBE Fraud | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Legal Issues

The owners of an Illinois contracting firm alleged that columbus oh dump truck work on the Poplar Street bridge between St. Louis and East St.

Written on 18 March 2022.

Amazon is slowing its fulfillment center spend. What's next? | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 18, 2022

Max GarlandReporter

Written on 18 March 2022.

Utah's tallest high-rise project under construction in Salt Lake City | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 18, 2022

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Written on 17 March 2022.

Quitting workers seek higher pay, advancement: Pew | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 17, 2022

By

Jim TysonSenior Reporter

Written on 17 March 2022.

Largest cruise terminal in US begins construction in Miami | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 17, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 17 March 2022.

Contractors selected to rebuild collapsed Pennsylvania bridge | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 17, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 16 March 2022.

MIT research team uses 3D scans to repurpose wood scraps | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 16, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 16 March 2022.

What cyber incident reporting rules mean for critical infrastructure | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 16, 2022

By

David JonesReporter

Written on 16 March 2022.

Texas firm's new CEO says there's a better way to build | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 16, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 16 March 2022.

California ups inspection, compliance efforts on public projects | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 16, 2022

By Jeffrey Steele

Written on 15 March 2022.

'Self-healing' concrete substitute sucks carbon out of the air | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 15, 2022

By George Kevin Jordan

Written on 15 March 2022.

Lendlease Chicago high-rise employs low-carbon concrete | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 15, 2022

By Katie Pyzyk

Written on 15 March 2022.

Engineer at Flint Negligence Trial Details Government Water Errors | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Liability

Warren Green of LAN.jpg — Warren Green of LAN, shown testifying in a criminal court proceeding in 2017, is also a key witness in his company's own civil court negligence trial arising from the Flint water crisis.

Written on 14 March 2022.

What to know about Texas' new lien laws | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 14, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 14 March 2022.

DOL proposes new Davis-Bacon rules | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 14, 2022

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 14 March 2022.

Construction management software: build it or buy it? | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 14, 2022

Written on 14 March 2022.

Transportation

precast wall in the front of the head house — This precast wall in the front of KCI Airport's head house had to be erected before precast road-support columns and the roof's steel Y columns because there would be no room to build it once the other structures were in place.

Written on 09 March 2022.

After Kansas City Council Intervention, KCI Concrete Contract Rebid | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published March 7, 2022

Written on 04 March 2022.

Inflation, material delays, labor issues: Pros face a trifecta of pricing woes | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 4, 2022

By Chris Barnett

Written on 04 March 2022.

Federal Indictment Alleges Ex.-Ill. House Speaker Sought Payoffs From Project Developers | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

Feds allege developer was forced to hire Madigan's law firm and utility ComEd passed on kickback costs to taxpayers

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan has been indicted on 22 counts of racketeering conspiracy, bribery and other acts of public corruption.

Kathryn MoodySenior Editor

Written on 03 March 2022.

Construction workers may unknowingly bring home toxic metals | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 3, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 03 March 2022.

Lendlease launches $500M JV in life sciences industry | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 3, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 02 March 2022.

Orlando emphasizes 'wow factor' in digital twin project | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published March 1, 2022

Written on 28 February 2022.

New York rolls out statewide cyber command center amid Russian attacks in Ukraine | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Feb. 28, 2022

Cailin CroweEditor

Written on 28 February 2022.

Granite stock hits 1-year low after Q4 miss blamed on weather, portfolio shift | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Feb. 28, 2022

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 28 February 2022.

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Published Feb. 24, 2022

Caroline ColvinReporter

Written on 24 February 2022.

Despite Biden PLA order, non-union contractors can win federal projects | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Feb. 24, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 24 February 2022.

New report details how states are spending $350B from the American Rescue Plan | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Feb. 24, 2022

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 24 February 2022.

Kansas City Airport Draws FAA Criticism Over Minority- and Women-Owned Business Participation | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Infrastructure

Kansas City International Airport (MCI) failed to properly track participation of minority- and women-owned businesses on its $1.5 billion project to build a new terminal, according to an investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Written on 24 February 2022.

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Published Feb. 22, 2022

Written on 22 February 2022.

Featured speaker at WIC Week brings a fresh perspective on women in construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Feb. 22, 2022

Written on 18 February 2022.

Stars align to hoist historic Times Square theater for mixed-use project | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Feb. 18, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 18 February 2022.

Enbridge Will Send Out RFPS For Straits of Mackinac Oil and Natural Gas Utility Tunnel | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Energy

$500-Million Replacement for Line 5 pipeline could start construction as early as 2024

Line 5 Tunnel Animation — A tunnel boring machine is planned to be used in boring the Line 5 replacement tunnel 500 ft below ground level.

Written on 18 February 2022.

Enbridge To Send Out RFPs For Straits of Mackinac Oil and Nat. Gas Utility Tunnel | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Energy

$500-million replacement for Line 5 pipeline could start construction as early as 2024

Written on 18 February 2022.

Enbridge To Issue RFPs For $500M Straits of Mackinac Oil-Gas Tunnel | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published Feb. 14, 2022

Alejandra SalgadoAssociate Editor

Written on 14 February 2022.

One cordless platform for all | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Feb. 14, 2022

Written on 14 February 2022.

Government

Engineering firms accused of professional negligence in water crisis

Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam Inc. is one of three engineering firms accused of professional negligence around the Flint, Mich.

Written on 09 February 2022.

Flint Water Lawsuits Against LAN, Veolia, Leo A Daly Can Go to Trial, Judge Says | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

Engineering firms accused of professional negligence in water crisis

Written on 09 February 2022.

Flint Water Suits Against Three Engineers Will Go to Trial, Judge Says | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Professional Liability

Firms face claims of professional negligence in 2015 crisis over lead in water

Written on 09 February 2022.

Flint Water Suits Against Engineers Will Go to Trial, Judge Says | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published Feb. 8, 2022

By

Julie Strupp

and

Noelle Knox

Written on 08 February 2022.

Illinois Gov. Pritzker Proposes Freezing the Gas Tax That's Crucial to Funding Infrastructure Projects | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

In 2019, Gov. Pritzker supported indexing the tax to inflation to fund road and bridge projects

Ill. Gov. J.B. Pritzker — Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker addresses the media while Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot looks on.

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 07 February 2022.

Going paperless in construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Feb. 7, 2022

By Sherry Goode

Written on 07 February 2022.

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Published Feb. 3, 2022

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On the Scene | Midwest

Veterans housing — *Photo by Jeff Yoders for ENR*

Castle Contracting Building New Veterans Community Project in St. Louis

Veterans Community Project (VCP) and Castle Contracting are building a dump trucks columbus oh community of 50 tiny homes for veterans experiencing homelessness as well as a Veterans Outreach Center to provide support services on a land parcel in North St.

Written on 27 January 2022.

Skanska deploys simple tool to flag mental health resources | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Jan. 27, 2022

Zachary PhillipsEditor

Written on 27 January 2022.

Intellectual Property

Chicago Heights Glass, Talon Wall, Inc., and Entekk say their intellectual property was stolen

One Chicago, also known as the Holy Name Cathedral Tower, is one of the high-rise projects that Talon Wall and Chicago Heights glass allege a knock-off of their curtain wall system was used.

Written on 26 January 2022.

Curtain Wall Suppliers File Federal Lawsuit Against Rival, Contractors For Using Similar Systems | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Published Jan. 25, 2022

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 24 January 2022.

Intel's $20B Ohio 'Mega-Site' is Latest Development in Chip Makers' Rush to Boost US Production | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Intel says that construction of its recently announced Ohio chip manufacturing complex could start by the end of 2022.
(Image courtesy of Intel Corp.)

Written on 24 January 2022.

Intel's $20B 'Mega-Site' is Latest Effort to Boost US Chip-Making | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Manufacturing

Written on 24 January 2022.

Sector watch: Billions of dollars set to boost US port projects in 2022 | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Jan. 24, 2022

Sebastian ObandoReporter

Written on 24 January 2022.

Embracing the Partner Elevation movement for risk mitigation | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Jan. 24, 2022

Written on 24 January 2022.

Illinois Bill Would Make Contractors Liable for Subcontractors' Unpaid Wages | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

Bill, expected to become, law would expand general contractor liability

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 19 January 2022.

Las Vegas unveils digital twin of downtown | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Jan. 12, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 12 January 2022.

2022's biggest construction conferences | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Jan. 12, 2022

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 11 January 2022.

Los Angeles' iconic 6th Street Viaduct project reaches engineering milestone | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Jan. 11, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 11 January 2022.

7 things we know (so far) about the infrastructure act | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Jan. 11, 2022

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 11 January 2022.

3 major East Coast tunnel projects move forward | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Jan. 11, 2022

By George Kevin Jordan

The image by Maryland GovPics is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Government

Illinois Officials Reach Settlement with Project Subcontractors

Rivian plans to expand its 3.3-million-sq-ft Normal, Ill. manufacturing plant by more than 600,000 sq ft.

*Photo courtesy of Rivian*

Written on 22 December 2021.

Plant Subcontractors Shorted Workers on Overtime, Illinois AG Says | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

By John Truzzolino

Written on 17 December 2021.

Unusually Warm December Windstorm Wallops Midwest | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Midwest Construction

Construction sites were shut down from Missouri to Nebraska due to crane risk

Tower Crane — A tower crane is shut down at McCarthy Building Cos. site for the $616-million Washington University Research Building in St.

Written on 17 December 2021.

Unusually Warm December Windstorm Wallops Midwest Infrastructure | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

By

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Written on 16 December 2021.

Despite a focus on driver safety, IIJA also includes road worker protections | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 16, 2021

Zachary PhillipsAssociate Editor

Written on 15 December 2021.

Kroger to build automated e-commerce site in N.C. | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 15, 2021

Sam SilversteinReporter

Written on 15 December 2021.

ABC releases safety technology guide | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 15, 2021

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 15 December 2021.

One Federal Decision will save time, money in infrastructure permitting | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 14, 2021

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 13 December 2021.

UC Santa Barbara faces backlash on 'Dormzilla' project | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 13, 2021

By

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Retrieved from University of California at Santa Barbara on December 09, 2021

Written on 13 December 2021.

Public contractor backlog weathers ups, downs during the pandemic | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 13, 2021

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 13 December 2021.

Achieving team agility through construction site visibility | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 13, 2021

Written on 13 December 2021.

Two Large-Footprint Buildings Brought Down by Dec. 10 Tornado | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Natural Disasters

Kentucky and Illinois Declared Disaster Areas

Amazon Warehouse in Edwardsville, Ill. — Workers use columbus oh dump truck equipment to remove a section of roof left on a heavily damaged Amazon fulfillment center Saturday, Dec.

Written on 13 December 2021.

Two Large-Footprint Buildings Brought Down by Dec. 10 Tornadoes | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 08 December 2021.

Georgia Judge Stops Federal Contractor Vaccine Mandate Nationwide | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

COVID-19 and Construction

Ruling cites ABC involvement, impact

Vaccination line — Employees wait in line for vaccination shots at contractor Tellepsen's office in Houston, Texas, an AGC-sponsored event. *Photo courtesy of Associated General Contractors of America*

Written on 08 December 2021.

Georgia Judge Stays Federal Contractor Vaccine Mandate Nationwide | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Zachary PhillipsAssociate Editor

Written on 07 December 2021.

Waukesha Condo Building Residents Evacuated as Structural Issues Lead to 'Imminent Collapse' Warning | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Buildings

Six-story condo building board had been studying, responding to structural issues for more than a year

Waukesha Police watch over the vacant Horizon West Condominium Building at 315 N.

Written on 07 December 2021.

Waukesha Condo Residents Evacuated After 'Imminent Collapse' Warning | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Written on 06 December 2021.

Construction bond claims 101: Understanding the process | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 6, 2021

By Jay Farley, Vice President – Claims, Merchants Bonding Company

Written on 06 December 2021.

Modular construction – forging a new path in rapid construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Dec. 6, 2021

Written on 03 December 2021.

Dollar General plans to build 1K new Popshelf stores over next 4 years | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

Published Dec. 1, 2021

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 30 November 2021.

Wittpenn Bridge project in New Jersey advances with modern deck technique | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 30, 2021

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 30 November 2021.

Chicago O'Hare people mover reopens after 6 years of disputes, delays | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 30, 2021

By George Kevin Jordan

Written on 30 November 2021.

The top 12 drivers of construction disputes and how to avoid them | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 30, 2021

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 30 November 2021.

5 of the largest mixed-use projects in the works across the US | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 30, 2021

By

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Written on 30 November 2021.

The Dotted Line: Supply chain woes lead to possible breach, defect claims | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 30, 2021

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 29 November 2021.

When will contractors see a boost of infrastructure dollars? | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 29, 2021

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 29 November 2021.

Jacobs CEO identifies 3 'multi-decade investment opportunities' | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 29, 2021

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 25 November 2021.

Iowa Landscaping Contractor K&L Construction Accused of Tax Evasion | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Government

The owner and office manager of an Iowa landscaping contractor that is barred from doing business with the state and federal government have been charged with dodging more than $1 million in federal taxes.

Written on 24 November 2021.

Modular builder CEO: 'Katerra's failure was spectacular' | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 22, 2021

By

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Written on 22 November 2021.

The public contractors poised to benefit most from infrastructure funding | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 22, 2021

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 19 November 2021.

All-electric Ford F-150 Lightning sparks interest as electric vehicles make waves | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 19, 2021

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 19 November 2021.

South Carolina governor invests millions for trade school scholarship program | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 19, 2021

Zachary PhillipsAssociate Editor

Written on 19 November 2021.

Benton Harbor, Mich., Sued Amid Project to Replace Lead Service Lines | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Water

Benton Harbor, Mich., stands accused of neglect of water systems by residents

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer met with Benton Harbor residents in October and pledged to fund the replacement of all the city's lead service lines within 18 months.

Written on 18 November 2021.

Construction groups encourage vaccines as they decry OSHA mandate | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 18, 2021

Zachary PhillipsAssociate Editor

Written on 18 November 2021.

NLRB: Employers must bargain over implementation of OSHA vaccine mandate | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 18, 2021

Katie ClareyContributor

Written on 18 November 2021.

Infrastructure act likely to spur higher construction wages | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 18, 2021

Zachary PhillipsAssociate Editor

Written on 18 November 2021.

5 graphs that illustrate construction's challenging year | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 18, 2021

Julie StruppEditor

Written on 18 November 2021.

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Published Nov. 17, 2021

By

Mary SalmonsenReporter

Written on 17 November 2021.

Contractors employ tech solutions to help mitigate pricing woes | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 17, 2021

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence

Written on 17 November 2021.

Traffic is Boring: Tracking Elon Musk's tunneling proposals | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 17, 2021

Zachary PhillipsAssociate Editor

Written on 16 November 2021.

I-35 overhaul in Austin advances, but some activists balk | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 16, 2021

By George Kevin Jordan

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Published Nov. 16, 2021

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 15 November 2021.

How cities will benefit from Amtrak's $117B Northeast Corridor revamp | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 15, 2021

By

Dan Zukowski

Written on 15 November 2021.

How the pandemic has affected the just-in-time inventory approach | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 15, 2021

Matt LeonardReporter

Written on 15 November 2021.

$286M renovation brings new life to century-old General Electric plant in Indiana | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 15, 2021

By Jeffrey Steele

Written on 15 November 2021.

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Published Nov. 10, 2021

Jennifer GoodmanLead Editor

Written on 10 November 2021.

Modernizing construction with intelligent platforms | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 10, 2021

By Roz Buick

Written on 10 November 2021.

Mortenson shuts down Meta jobsite over hateful graffiti | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 10, 2021

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 10 November 2021.

Homebuilder combats critical supply chain shortages | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 10, 2021

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 10 November 2021.

Public, private teams gear up for lunar construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 10, 2021

Matthew ThibaultAssociate Editor

Written on 10 November 2021.

Biden Administration Won't Shut Down Existing Line 5 Pipeline as Canada, Tribes Write Letters | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Energy

Battle over Enbridge replacement tunnel heats up over environmental impact statement implications

Line 5 Subsmersible View — A view of the Line 5 pipeline hundreds of ft below the surface of Lake Huron.

Written on 10 November 2021.

Administration Won't Close Line 5 Pipeline as Canada, Tribes Write Letters | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

Energy

Battle over Enbridge replacement tunnel heats up over environmental impact statement implications

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Should employers wait out OSHA's vaccine mandate? 'If you're a gambler.' | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 09 November 2021.

How COVID-19 has altered apartment design, construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 9, 2021

Leslie ShaverSenior Reporter

Written on 09 November 2021.

Approaching $1B in annual revenue, esports market looks to level up construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 9, 2021

Zachary PhillipsAssociate Editor

Written on 08 November 2021.

Historic Old Cook County Hospital Renovation Relies on Exploratory Surgery | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

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After sitting vacant for more than 20 years and surviving an attempt to demolish it, Old Cook County Hospital has been restored as two hotels

Written on 08 November 2021.

Court stays ETS employer vaccine mandate | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Kathryn MoodySenior Editor

Written on 08 November 2021.

As vaccine mandates loom, small firms offer workers a unique perk: No shots required | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 08 November 2021.

Shake Shack plans largest expansion to date with up to 50 units in 2022 | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 8, 2021

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Written on 08 November 2021.

'Once-in-a-generation' $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill heads to Biden's desk | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 8, 2021

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Written on 08 November 2021.

It's crunch time: How to avoid delays and maximize profit | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 08 November 2021.

6 things construction companies should know about the Biden tax proposals | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Why CFS is a premium material for solar panel mounting structures | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Construction spending falls in NYC, but outlook is positive | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 5, 2021

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Written on 05 November 2021.

Community feedback prompts updates to Amazon's HQ2 second phase | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 03 November 2021.

Biden announces actions to boost US supply chain resiliency | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Colin CampbellReporter

Written on 03 November 2021.

EPA Orders Repairs at Water Plant in Michigan City With High Levels of Lead | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

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Benton Harbor recently awarded a contract to replace lead service pipes after it was awarded a $5.6-million EPA grant.

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Federal regulators issued an order directing a Michigan city with high levels of lead in its tap water to make filter repairs at its water treatment plant and take other action after an inspection revealed broken columbus oh dump truck equipment and other “areas of concern.

Written on 03 November 2021.

EPA Orders Repairs at Michigan Water Plant With High Lead Levels | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

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Federal regulators issued an order Nov.

Written on 02 November 2021.

Amtrak plans major expansion by 2035 if federal infrastructure bill passes | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 02 November 2021.

US, EU reach agreement to ease steel and aluminum tariffs | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Written on 02 November 2021.

Locking in materials costs and trade partners early helps A&P mitigate shortages | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 2, 2021

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Written on 01 November 2021.

Railroad steps up efforts to ease West Coast port congestion | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Nov. 1, 2021

Sarah ZimmermanAssociate Editor

Written on 01 November 2021.

Ultrafast delivery operator Gopuff launches retail sites in NYC | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Oct. 25, 2021

Ryan GoldenReporter

Written on 25 October 2021.

How A.I. can change the way you view your jobsite for the better | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Oct. 19, 2021

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Written on 19 October 2021.

Last trial date set in fatal FIU bridge collapse as criminal probe continues | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Oct. 19, 2021

Leslie Shaver

Written on 18 October 2021.

Why one third of new hires are women at this 120-year-old construction firm | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Oct. 18, 2021

Joe BousquinSenior Reporter

Written on 18 October 2021.

Pricing insanity: Material costs escalate, driving contractor desperation | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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By Robyn Griggs Lawrence

Written on 18 October 2021.

5 signs you need a data engineer | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Oct. 18, 2021

Written on 16 October 2021.

Over 10,000 UAW Workers Go on Strike at 14 Deere Manufacturing Facilities | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

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With negotiations over a new contract reaching an impasse, over 10,000 workers at 14 John Deere manufacturing facilities went on strike at midnight on Oct.

Written on 16 October 2021.

More Than 10,000 UAW Workers Go on Strike at 14 Deere Manufacturing Facilities | Columbus Ohio Dump Trucks

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With negotiations over a new contract reaching an impasse, over 10,000 workers at 14 John Deere manufacturing facilities went on strike at midnight on Oct.

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LA Clippers' $2B Intuit Dome to be third most expensive US arena ever built | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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Published Oct. 8, 2021

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