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8th Biennial Emerging Water Technology Symposium Brings Water Discussion to the Desert

Contractor Magazine

This year’s EWTS featured thought-provoking conversations relating to water conservation, quality and scarcity, and what action plans could be implemented to ensure safe and sufficient drinking water for generations to come.

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MTA halts 2 more NYC projects in funding fight over congestion pricing

Construction Dive

The pause in infrastructure construction is a major setback for the city’s development, said Carlo Scissura, president and CEO of the New York Building Congress.

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The Vital Role of Community Engagement in School Bond Campaigns

Wolgast Corporation

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the importance of robust school infrastructure cannot be overstated. A school's physical environment shapes the experiences of students, teachers, and staff alike, affecting everything from academic performance to overall well-being. Yet, ensuring the vitality of these educational spaces often requires significant financial investment, typically through school bond campaigns.

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New Jersey attorney general sues Iron Workers’ chapter for discrimination

Construction Dive

Bloomfield-based Local 11 skipped over Black workers for jobs in favor of White members and promoted a hostile work environment toward women, a lawsuit claims.

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Switching to a Robust ERP Designed for Construction: 10 Essential Factors To Consider

For construction firms striving for operational excellence, the right ERP is a game-changer. Upgrading your construction ERP is essential for optimizing operations, enhancing decision-making, and driving growth. By downloading "10 Factors to Consider When Switching Your Construction ERP," you will learn: The importance of adaptability and scalability in ERP solutions.

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ENR Top Professional Services Firms: Skill Shortages Raise the Stakes

ENR Construction

In response to ongoing labor challenges across the AEC industry, ENR Top 100 Professional Services Firms are reconfiguring operations to recruit helping hands where they need it most.

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Security you see from a brand you trust

BD+C

Security you see from a brand you trust 1 kcichowicz Wed, 06/26/2024 - 13:45 Schlage’s visual indication trims feature large windows and patented 180-degree visibility so they Know It’s Locked ™. Learn more at know-its-locked.com.

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5 of the biggest apartment projects underway right now

Construction Dive

From an affordable project in Brooklyn to a luxury tower in Honolulu, these multimillion-dollar projects are keeping multifamily developers and builders busy this year.

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US DOT Picks Winners for $1.8B in RAISE Grants

ENR Construction

Grants are capped at $25 million, but transportation infrastructure projects aim to have significant regional or local impact.

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Manufacturing cybersecurity at heart of new White House guidance

Construction Dive

The increased priority on security comes as more clean energy supply chains face the threat of a cyberattack.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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NY's Largest Offshore Wind Project Gets Final Construction OK

ENR Construction

Sunrise Wind developers Orsted and Eversource Energy start land construction of transmission support for the 924-MW project estimated to cost $1.5 billion, with New England's 704-MW Revolution Wind also starting turbine installation.

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5 ways ESG can influence design and create opportunities

BD+C

5 ways ESG can influence design and create opportunities 0 qpurcell Wed, 06/26/2024 - 11:14 Sustainability Gensler sustainability leaders Stacey Olson, Anthony Brower, and Audrey Handelman share five ways they're rethinking designing for ESG, using a science-based approach that can impact the ESG value chain. Stacey Olson, Anthony Brower, and Audrey Handelman Designers Architects Sustainability Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction In response to our last article on “ The F

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EEOC Issues Anti-Harassment Guidelines For Construction

ENR Construction

Guidelines foresee general contractors setting the tone for preventing harassment based on race, gender or other forms.

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Clayco Breaks Ground on 26-Story Residential Tower in Phoenix

ENR Construction

Clayco broke ground on Ray Phoenix, a 26-story, 523,000-sq-ft residential tower in Phoenix, on May 31. Slated for completion in early 2026, the project is being developed as a joint venture between Ray and VeLa.

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Boost Profitability: Invest in a Construction Software Platform Today

To maximize your construction firm's profitability with a construction-specific software platform, your firm will be able to streamline every aspect of your operations. By design, this next-generation solution should offer unified functionality, replacing outdated systems and providing key capabilities including job costing, contract development, resource planning, and more.