Mount Rushmore: Carving the Spirit of America
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 4, 2020
Mount Rushmore National Memorial, located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, is known worldwide for its massive sculpture of four of the United.
$80M South Dakota project halted due to leaning elevator shaft
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The developer of the Rapid City mixed-use project pointed to a “product failure” at the corner of the tower as the cause of the issue.
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Virtual Training Looks to Fill Essential Const. Positions
Construction Equipment
MAY 13, 2020
The Associate General Contractors of South Dakota and South Dakota Department of Transportation are looking to get people involved in construction. With Covid-19 making it tough for people to find jobs, the demand for construction workers in South Dakota is huge, according to Kekoland South Dakota…
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Construction Jobs Increased in 36 States for August 2014
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 29, 2014
Florida and Nevada have the largest 12-month gains, New Jersey has the biggest annual percent and total declines; Nebraska and California top monthly rankings, South Dakota and Ohio shed most jobs in August, according to an analysis of Labor Department data by the Associated General Contractors of America.'
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Biggest Construction Companies In The US
Lets Build
APRIL 27, 2017
In the US there are a lot of construction companies doing different work within areas like commercial, institutional, industrial, and civil construction services. But who are the biggest construction companies in the US? We hereby present our master list of the biggest construction companies in each state of the US.
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Contractor in deadly South Dakota building collapse files for bankruptcy protection
Construction Dive
JULY 24, 2018
Hultgren Construction, the contractor working on the Copper Lounge when it collapsed in December 2016, killing one and entrapping another, has filed for a Chapter 11 case that will divide its assets among its creditors.
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South Dakota State University to receive new apartment and townhouse neighborhood
BD+C
MAY 15, 2018
South Dakota State University is about to embark on a $20 million project to create a multi-building apartment/townhouse project on a two-block parcel on the southeast corner of the campus. The new housing will replace the State Court Apartments, constructed in 1959.
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$215M Water Plant Expansion Takes Shape in South Dakota
ENR Construction
MARCH 20, 2023
McCarthy Building Cos.-led led reclamation plant project for the city of Sioux Falls is scheduled for completion in 2025.
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$215M Water Reclamation Plant Expansion Takes Shape in South Dakota
ENR Construction
MARCH 20, 2023
The McCarthy Building Companies-led project for the city of Sioux Falls is scheduled to complete in 2025.
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How Much Does New Home Construction Cost in 2022? Here’s a Full Breakdown
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
How Much Does New Home Construction Cost in 2022? It's no surprise that new-home construction costs surged amid a supply-chain storm and a labor shortage mid-pandemic, but just how pricey are new residential projects? Consider budgeting in a 15% contingency fund to cover unexpected costs or upgrades that crop up during construction.
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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 6, 2016
For a list of South Dakota economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. Microloan SD: A partnership with the South Dakota Development Corporation and Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED).
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Minnesota Dam, Iowa-South Dakota Railroad Bridge Damaged in Midwest Flooding
ENR Construction
JUNE 25, 2024
The west abutment of a dam near Mankato, Minn., was washed away, as was a portion of a railroad bridge between Sioux City, Iowa, and North Sioux City, S.D.
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“Interview with a Construction Professor” Series with David A. Wahlstrom at South Dakota State
C-School
FEBRUARY 19, 2007
I am pleased to announce the first interview in the “Interview with a Construction Professor” Series at C-School Blog. Professor David Wahlstrom at South Dakota State was gracious enough to be the first faculty member to participate in this series. BSCE S Dakota State Col June 1964, MS S Dakota State Univ.
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OSHA increases penalties on South Dakota contractor after fatal building collapse
BD+C
MAY 10, 2017
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued multiple citations for safety violations to a South Dakota contractor after a building collapse that killed a worker. The incident occurred in December 2016 when Hultgren Construction directed crews to remove two load-bearing walls.
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Trimble Acquisition Increases VRS Footprint
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
The addition of the network, located in North and South Dakota, increases the footprint of Trimble’s VRS Now GNSS corrections service to cover more than one million square… Trimble announced that it has acquired MidStates VRS, a network previously owned by Butler Machinery and Frontier Precision.
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“Interview with a Construction Professor” Series with Pat Pannell at South Dakota State
C-School
DECEMBER 1, 2007
I am pleased to announce the second interview in the “Interview with a Construction Professor” Series at C-School Blog. Professor Pat Pannell at South Dakota State was gracious enough to participate in this series. MBCN Master of building Construction Univ of Florida. - BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION.
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RDO to Sell Topcon Intelligent Paving Products in 8 States
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 21, 2020
RDO Equipment stores will sell Topcon’s Intelligent Paving products across Arizona, California, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming. This is the result of an agreement between RDO Integrated Controls (RDOIC) and Pavement Recycling Systems (PRS). PRS will support…
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Construction Employment Declines in 49 States
Construction Equipment
JUNE 1, 2020
Construction employment declined in the District of Columbia and every state except South Dakota in April, an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government data shows. At the same time, the association released a new survey that finds that rising project cancellations…
Proposed $2.5B Power Line Seen as Link for Three Large Grids
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 6, 2023
Backers of North Plains Connector say the 385-mile line from South Dakota to Montana would enable shared power and boosted system reliability for large U.S.
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ENR Mountain States Announces 2022 Best Projects Award Winners
ENR Construction
AUGUST 23, 2022
ENR Mountain States is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Best Projects competition across a seven-state region that includes Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming, North Dakota and South Dakota.
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[VIDEO] Const. Co. Unveils Digital Project Timeline
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 31, 2020
Mortenson Construction recently unveiled a digital timeline depicting their progress on an arena project in South Dakota. Managers at M.A. According to a report by KOTA News, the rendering depicted each individual installation to the arena, named “The Monument," throughout the build. Although the…
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2024 Timber-Strong Design Build Competition: Small Buildings, Big Educational Opportunities
BD+C
JUNE 20, 2024
Since 2019, the contest has given engineering students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with wood design and construction. Those are just three entry examples from the 2024 Timber-Strong Design BuildSM competition, which took place nationwide at college campuses this spring.
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McCarthy nabs $215M Sioux Falls water plant expansion
Construction Dive
MARCH 1, 2023
The project, to be completed by 2025, will increase the capacity of the South Dakota facility by 50%, the firm said.
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First of 4 States Approves $3.6 Billion Dakota Access Pipeline
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 2, 2015
. . The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission approved a construction permit for the $3.8 billion Dakota Access Pipeline, reports The News Tribune. The 1,130-mile pipeline would transport 450,000 barrels of crude oil daily from the Bakken oil in western North Dakota to Illinois, passing through South Dakota and Iowa.
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Mustang Names JGE Its Top Dealer
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Aberdeen, South Dakota, its Mustang by Manitou 2019 Top Dealer. Manitou North America named JGE, Inc., The award is based on the overall sales performance, commitment, and customer support of Mustang by Manitou equipment in North America throughout 2019. Because of JGE, Inc.’s s dedication and…
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That’s A Goocher: SD Court Finds Enforceable Construction Contract Despite Lack of Time Component
Best Practices Construction Law
MARCH 17, 2021
And there are times when parties to a construction contract face a goocher. Khan Comfort, LLC , the Supreme Court of South Dakota held that a missing time element in a construction contract did not invalidate the contract. If you saw the movie, Stand By Me , then you know exactly what I mean. Clancy, Inc.
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Report: 7.3% of America’s Bridges are “Structurally Deficient” in 2021, Down Slightly YOY
Construction Junkie
APRIL 12, 2021
South Dakota – 17.7% (ranked #4 last year) 5. Missouri – 2,190 (ranked #5 last year) The states with the highest percentage of structurally deficient bridges are: 1. West Virginia – 21% (ranked #2 last year) 2. Iowa – 19.1% (ranked #3 last year) 3. Rhode Island – 19% (ranked #1 last year) 4.
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Two Dealers Added to Bobcat Network
Construction Equipment
APRIL 8, 2019
Bobcat of Watertown (South Dakota) and Bobcat of Winterville (North Carolina) have been added to the Bobcat network. Watertown Motor covers northeast South Dakota, and… The Watertown location is owned by Watertown Motor Co., and the Winterville location by White’s Herring Tractor & Truck Co.
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Bobcat Adds Three Dealer Locations
Construction Equipment
JULY 2, 2019
Two new locations, in Isabel and Mobridge, give Premier Equipment three locations in South Dakota. The Isabel location will serve West River South Dakota… Southern Sales and Rentals, in Albany, Georgia, serves the southern part of that state.
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New Insurance Case: S.D. Supreme Court Rules that There is No Commercial General Liability Coverage for Property Damage to Insured Contractor’s Own Work and Building Materials during Its Ongoing Operations
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 24, 2013
The Supreme Court of South Dakota recently issued its decision in Swenson v. Auto-Owners Ins. 2d 402 (S.D.
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The Construction Workforce Is Aging Faster Than the National Labor Force
Pro Builder
JUNE 5, 2023
The Construction Workforce Is Aging Faster Than the National Labor Force ldeakins Mon, 06/05/2023 - 11:36 The median age of construction workers varies by state, but nationally, construction workers are one year older, on average, than the typical U.S. Half of all construction workers in South Dakota and Utah are under 38.
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Do Suppliers Need to Track the Use of Their Products?
Construction Dive
JUNE 11, 2014
By Bruce Jervis Companies selling equipment or materials to construction contractors face a unique challenge. The ramifications of this dilemma are illustrated in a recent case from South Dakota. Payment security may exist in the form of public works payment bonds or private materialman’s liens, but there is a problem.
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OSHA: $100K Fine for Flash Fire Death
Construction Equipment
NOVEMBER 8, 2016
On May 6, 2016, a 38-year old pipefitter working at the Poet Biorefining-Hudson ethanol refinery in South Dakota was burned to death.
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Leaky Keystone XL Pipeline OK'd for Nebraska
Construction Equipment
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Despite a 210,000 gallon oil spill in South Dakota last week, Nebraska's Public Service Commission voted 3-2 today to allow the expansion of the Keystone XL Pipeline to expand into their state. The 2,600+ mile long line stretches from the Dakotas to Texas.
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Subcontractor Discusses Safety on Copper Lounge Collapse
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 7, 2016
. After the Copper Lounge building collapsed last Friday in downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota, city inspectors said Hultgren Construction did not have the required permit to make structural changes.
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Construction Industry – Growth Statistics
Building Information Management
AUGUST 13, 2015
construction sector. The largest states for non-residential construction, ranking highest first, were Texas, New York , California, Florida, and Louisiana. States with the largest drop in construction spending were South Dakota, Idaho, Oregon, the District of Columbia, and Vermont.
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Construction Industry – Growth Statistics
Building Information Management
AUGUST 13, 2015
construction sector. The largest states for non-residential construction, ranking highest first, were Texas, New York , California, Florida, and Louisiana. States with the largest drop in construction spending were South Dakota, Idaho, Oregon, the District of Columbia, and Vermont.
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New Association Survey Finds Mix of Layoffs, Pickup in Hiring in May
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JUNE 2, 2020
Construction employment declined in the District of Columbia and every state except South Dakota in April, an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government data shows. The post New Association Survey Finds Mix of Layoffs, Pickup in Hiring in May appeared first on Construction Superintendent.
AGC of America Introduces New Officers to Lead Construction Industry
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MARCH 25, 2015
The Associated General Contractors of America announced the new officers who have been selected to lead the nation''s largest construction trade association. Chuck Greco, chairman of Houston, Texas-based Linbeck Group, will serve as president; Mark Knight, president of Webster, South Dakota-based Foothills Contracting Inc.,
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BD+C
AUGUST 1, 2019
Only Idaho, Nebraska, and South Dakota have a total ban on the sale of marijuana. Right now, 33 states allow the sale of marijuana for medical purposes; another 14 allow it under more stringent medical supervision. Eleven states have OK’d it for both medical and recreational use.
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Construction Blamed for Keystone Pipeline Leak
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Last month’s 210,000-gallon oil spill from the Keystone pipeline in South Dakota may have resulted from damage caused during construction, according to a preliminary investigation by the U.S. of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
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Terex Utilities Breaks Ground for New Manufacturing Facility
Construction Equipment
APRIL 17, 2018
Terex Utilities broke ground today on what will be a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Watertown, South Dakota, that will house all of the company's assembly, fiberglass, paint, and installation for its aerial devices, digger derricks, and auger drills.
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Hurricane Recovery Helps Construction Unemployment Rate Hit Lowest October Mark on Record
Construction Superintendent Magazine
NOVEMBER 29, 2017
. – The not seasonally adjusted national construction unemployment rate was 4.5 Further, the construction industry employed 180,000 more workers than in October 2016. Further, the construction industry employed 180,000 more workers than in October 2016. percent in October, down 1.2 percent from a year ago, the U.S.
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Travelers Insurance Offering to Pay Contractors in More States to Use Procore
Construction Junkie
MARCH 16, 2021
South Dakota 32. Wyoming “Procore’s platform can help contractors avoid many costly losses and delays through effective risk management and cross-team collaboration,” said Lisa Morgan, President of Construction at Travelers. Rhode Island 31. Tennessee 33. Vermont 36. Virginia 37. Washington D.C. Wisconsin 39.
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