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Why CMAR is on the rise for public construction projects

Construction Dive

As the construction manager at risk delivery method grows in popularity, there are key ways for contractors to ensure they’re getting a good deal.

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AI – caveat emptor – FM

Job Order Contracting

AI -Caveat Emptor – FM (Above image by rawpixel.com on Freepik) While the below was intended to apply to computers, the content has relevance to AI. That said, the current status of AI is basically “pattern recognition”, the problem of assuming biased or misinformation is accurate is very real. AI algorithims sort through avaiable data, look for relevant information based upon statistically high conformity and output a result.

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Bechtel breaks ground on $4B Bill Gates-backed nuclear reactor

Construction Dive

The new facility will use a sodium-based cooling process instead of water, according to TerraPower, the Microsoft founder’s nuclear energy company.

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150 Years of Watts Water – Looking Back and Looking Ahead

Contractor Magazine

Our conversation with Andrew Windsor, Sr. Vice President of Sales, Americas for Watts Water Technologies.

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Optimize Construction Projects with CMiC’s Industry-Leading ERP

Construction project managers face constant challenges, from delayed schedules to fragmented workflows. CMiC’s ERP transforms how projects are managed, providing a unified system for financials, scheduling, and collaboration. With tools for real-time insights, cost control, and document management, CMiC empowers managers to make confident decisions.

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Ironworker’s family sues Oregon firm after jobsite death

Construction Dive

The estate of deceased ironworker Samantha Deschenes claimed that Portland, Oregon-based Andersen Construction violated the Oregon Safe Employment Act in a lawsuit filed June 10.

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New York offshore Sunrise Wind project cleared for construction

Construction Dive

The 924-MW project is expected to be in operation by 2026, according to developers Ørsted and Eversource Energy.

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After a Half-Century, a Vital Highway Link Progresses in Pennsylvania

ENR Construction

Extensive environmental considerations informed redesigns of the long-sought Central Susquehanna Valley Transportation project.

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Los Angeles approves $200M for people mover dispute

Construction Dive

Construction on the LAX train project is nearly complete, but there are several issues that need to be resolved between the owner and contractors.

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Federal Judge Blocks Part of Davis-Bacon Update Rule Pending AGC Lawsuit

ENR Construction

Provisions of the rule finalized last year can extend prevailing wage requirements to truck drivers and material supplier employees in some cases.

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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros

Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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Justice Department files suit against Toll Brothers

Construction Dive

The DOJ has alleged accessibility-related Fair Housing Act violations at multiple properties constructed by the builder.

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Minnesota Dam, Iowa-South Dakota Railroad Bridge Damaged in Midwest Flooding

ENR Construction

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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Exterior cavity fireblocking: Exceeding fire performance

Construction Specifier

By Antonie Habellion, P.Eng., M.Eng., M.S., and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. Aiming to enhance the fire safety standards in exterior walls, fireblocking is now mandatory behind ventilated cladding , with few exceptions.

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In Phoenix, Crews Thread Needle With $730M Broadway Curve Revamp

ENR Construction

Contractors reconfigure a three-freeway interchange on a construction site interwoven with ever-shifting alignments to keep traffic moving.

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Seamless Finance Solutions for Construction Leaders

Designed specifically for construction finance professionals, CMiC’s ERP delivers the tools needed to manage projects with precision. Integrated job costing ensures real-time visibility into expenses, while automated progress billing accelerates cash flow. Revenue recognition compliance tools automate revenue recognition, and powerful analytics provide actionable insights.

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Gilbane Building Company Releases Q2 2024 Market Conditions Report

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Gilbane Building Company released its Q2 2024 Market Conditions Report. The quarterly report provides a national macroeconomic view of the overall economy and its impacts on the U.S. construction industry, focusing on market-driven data, end-to-end supply chain constraints, equipment and material availability, costs and risk mitigation strategies. This quarter, the report added two new features: a regional overview of market conditions as reported by Gilbane’s preconstruction teams across

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Contractor Lays Underground Infrastructure for Massive Las Vegas Community

ENR Construction

Platinum Contracting , a Las Vegas-based heavy civil and underground utilities contractor, recently completed a large-scale underground infrastructure project in Summerlin West, the next phase of the existing Summerlin residential community in the Las Vegas area.

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ENR 2024 Southwest Top Contractors: Contractors Keep Riding the Southwest Construction Surge

ENR Construction

Data centers helped fuel contractor revenue growth in 2023, with Southwest firms collectively reporting a 13% overall gain.

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Top Contractors: Firms Keep Riding the Southwest Construction Surge

ENR Construction

Data centers helped fuel contractor revenue growth in 2023, with Southwest firms collectively reporting a 13% overall gain.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Sundt Construction Seeks to Set a Southwest Standard

ENR Construction

Supporting the region’s growth is a tradition for ENR Southwest’s Contractor of the Year.

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July 2024 City Scoop: Las Cruces

ENR Construction

While transportation, residential and light commercial projects remain strong in Las Cruces, Thompson says the area “will soon begin to also see major investments in how we manage and protect our water future here in southern New Mexico, and Las Cruces will be at the center of those.

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Southwest People: July 2024

ENR Construction

Updates about construction professionals in the Southwest region.

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Snapshot: Ups and Downs at the University of Arizona

ENR Construction

Photographs chosen by our editors from submissions to ENR.com/southwest/photos.

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Boost Growth & Efficiency with a Unified Construction Software Platform

Silos of data and outdated systems can hold your business back. It is time to switch to a modern construction software solution designed for specialty contractors. CMiC provides a platform that simplifies operations, improves visibility, and boosts efficiency. It integrates workflows like job costing, resource planning, forecasting, and compliance control into one system.

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ENR 2024 Southwest Contractor of the Year: Sundt Seeks to Set a Southwest Standard

ENR Construction

Supporting the region’s growth is a tradition for ENR Southwest’s Contractor of the Year.