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Less than 20% of Green Building Contracts Properly Drafted

Green Building Law Update

In a recent review of contracts involving green building construction projects, less than 20% had properly drafted provisions addressing green building matters. Surprisingly, less than 20% had properly drafted provisions addressing the disputed green building matter that was the issue resulting in a party to the contract seeking legal advice.

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Texas Central Wins Authority to Take Land for High-Speed Rail System

Construction and Infrastructure Law

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of Texas held that Texas Central Railroad & Infrastructure, Inc. and related entities (collectively “Texas Central”) have eminent domain authority to acquire property for a proposed high-speed rail system between Dallas and Houston. [1] Texas Central has Statutory Authority to Take Land.

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Austin, Texas, light rail project advances amid political uncertainty

Construction Dive

The $7 billion light rail project unveiled its draft environmental impact statement in January. The project could face federal funding challenges and state opposition.

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Texas Central Wins Authority to Take Land for High-Speed Rail System

Construction and Infrastructure Law

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of Texas held that Texas Central Railroad & Infrastructure, Inc. and related entities (collectively “Texas Central”) have eminent domain authority to acquire property for a proposed high-speed rail system between Dallas and Houston. [1] Move over luxury bus lines and quick flights.

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2024 Timber-Strong Design Build Competition: Small Buildings, Big Educational Opportunities

BD+C

This year’s winners included teams from Michigan, Indiana, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Texas, California and Puerto Rico. Participating students were tasked with drafting and building an attractive, sustainable and durable two-story wood-frame structure. Among its requirements: Maximum height of 12 feet.

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Housing Giants 2022 Entry Form

Pro Builder

As you complete each page, click Save Draft and you will be able to close the survey and come back to complete it. . The Housing Giants entry form below requires your company information for the calendar year 2021, or your latest fiscal year. Ext: Principal Officer Name. Principal Officer Email. Company Website URL.

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A position is vacant for Senior Engineer in Houston, Texas

Construction Cost Estimating

The location of the job will be Houston, Texas, United State. Drafts letters independently to vendors and clients. Bechtel, the globally recognized engineering, project management, and construction company, is seeking a Senior Project Engineer on permanent basis. Evaluates bid analyses and makes recommendation.

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