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How climate change is hitting highways

Construction Dive

Resilience is a key consideration for road builders amid a slew of new environmental conditions, said a Federal Highway Administration official at the recent 2024 NIBS conference in Washington, D.C.

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Defect Management: From practical completion to the final certificate

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Learn the key terms around defect management, completion, and practical advice for making sure your construction projects don’t get hit by delays.

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Construction spending slips but 1 sector shines

Construction Dive

The largest private segment — manufacturing construction — has jumped more than 17% over the past 12 months, according to new federal data.

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CMAA New England Recognizes BETA Technologies Project

PC Construction

Yesterday, PC Construction was recognized by the Construction Management Association of America’s New England Chapter with a Project Achievement Award for the BETA Technologies S40 Aircraft Assembly Facility. The Project Achievement Awards highlight the “best of the best” projects that serve as an example in the construction industry and are true pinnacles of excellence and innovation.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Vistra, ENGIE, other developers move to tap $5B Texas Energy Fund for 41 GW of gas-fired projects

Construction Dive

The fund will provide low-interest loans for new generation. “Our plan is to expand this program in the upcoming legislative session,” said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.

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Autodesk completes investigation, won’t restate financials

Construction Dive

After an internal committee reviewed its books, the San Francisco contech giant moved its chief financial officer to another role.

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Ukraine Will Resume $248M Subway Job Abandoned During War

ENR Construction

Officials are seeking expressions of interest to complete Dnipro Metro extension by June 21.

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Turner breaks ground on $41M Texas A&M project

Construction Dive

The three-story building will feature a technology makerspace for students to design and develop physical prototypes.

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Enhancing Campus Security Using Locks with 180-degree Indication Trim

BD+C

Enhancing Campus Security Using Locks with 180-degree Indication Trim 1 kcichowicz Tue, 06/04/2024 - 12:29 Indicator locks display the status of a door’s locking hardware. They can be important in enhancing safer school design. Schlage While campus security and safety includes many aspects in and around the built environment, the door to a classroom or office has proven to be an essential line of defense against active shooters or other life safety threats.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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Ex-Boilermakers Union Official Pleads Guilty to Racketeering Charge

ENR Construction

Jobs and European trips for relatives, prosecutors allege, were among the many abuses.

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Atkinson-Jacobs Team Named for $479M Puget Sound Gateway Project

ENR Construction

The design-build project is a portion of the Washington Dept. of Transportation's $2.68-billion Puget Sound Gateway Program.

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Feds, States Launch Joint Grid Upgrade as Data Center Power Demand Soars

ENR Construction

The Biden administration propels efforts to upgrade U.S. grid infrastructure as new reports show big power demand from data centers, AI and planned hydrogen fuel production.