The Constructor

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge is one of the largest clear-span, stage-constructed concrete bridges in North America. The bridge consists of trestle,

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

While many are quick to blame the macro trend of inflation for property insurance increases, there are actual events with consequences inherent to the Florida market, that should be credited for the recent developments.

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Business Facilities

MARCH 7, 2022

Changing lifestyle choices are helping Florida gain an edge against other states in the battle for awareness among corporation executives.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 20, 2020

Durante Equipment rents, sells, and supports the complete Dynapac portfolio of compaction and paving products in Southern Florida to include Broward, Collier, Hendry, Lee, and Palm Beach counties. “I Dynapac has announced the addition of Durante Equipment to its dealer network. I have had the…

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Founder Michael Kaufman on Kaufman Lynn Construction's Path to Becoming One of South Florida's Largest Contractors.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 13, 2021

Highland County, Florida's ideal location makes the area primed to quickly receive, produce, and distribute goods and services regionally and globally. The post Highlands County, Florida: “The Center of Everything” appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

The maker of electrically self-sustaining homes and commercial properties has selected Macclenny in northern Florida for its MegaFactory location. Read: S2A Modular To Build First East Coast MegaFactory In Florida at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Florida’s 15 deep-water seaports and 19 commercial airports are the entry points for a vast international trade infrastructure. The post Florida: An International Gateway To Growth appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Business Facilities

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Read: Santander Consumer USA Bringing 875 Jobs To Florida at BusinessFacilities.com. Santander Consumer USA is investing $22 million and locating in more than 115,000 square feet of converted retail space in Pasco County, FL.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Herman VanDenBogaert, raw materials purchasing manager for Florida-based construction and landscaping company Cherrylake, manages more than 370 vehicles across four divisions. Fleets can minimize unexpected downtime by improving maintenance programs and compliance and creating a breakdown response strategy.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 1, 2020

With over 900 employees, 450 pieces of heavy machinery and 180 pickup trucks, RIPA is one of the largest underground contractors on the west coast of Florida, taking jobs up and down the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. In underground utility contracting, ignorance is anything but bliss.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Although no one knows the specific causes as of this date, one recent example could be the 2021 Surfside condo collapse in Miami/Dade County in Florida.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Well, you’re certainly ahead of the Florida sheriff who reportedly instructed his employees not to wear masks in the office. You’ve attended the webinars on navigating COVID-19. You’ve read the trade publication tips. You have implemented measures to protect your workers. So, you’re ahead of the game, right?

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Business Facilities

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County, Florida wrapped up 2021 with a new leader and record-breaking job creation and capital investment. The post Sarasota County, Florida Sees National Accolades, New EDO Leader appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 24, 2022

Skanska USA Senior Project Manager Bob Kramer is doing just that in southwest Florida by creating construction training and mentorship programs for construction veterans and newcomers alike.

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Business Facilities

JULY 21, 2022

With robust infrastructure and a talented workforce, North Central Florida offers attractive prospects for new and expanding businesses.

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BD+C

JUNE 15, 2021

Florida is about to make virtual inspections legal statewide.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 30, 2023

As residents and businesses boarded up structures, contractors tied down materials and prepared for flood mitigation.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 26, 2018

On March 15, 2018, a pedestrian bridge undergoing construction at Florida International University (FIU) in Miami, Florida, collapsed. The concrete bridge fell onto moving traffic below, killing six people and injuring 10.

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Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 1, 2018

And who better to talk to than Senior Superintendent Tim Ham, who manages field-related aspects of Hoar Construction’s various commercial projects in Central Florida. Ham has been an employee at Hoar for 26 years, and helped start the Florida division 20 years ago.

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Construction Dive

MAY 30, 2024

With a state law restricting local governments from mandating heat safety on the horizon, immigrant laborers say bosses refuse their calls for relief.

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Florida Safety Construction 169

Construction Dive

JUNE 27, 2024

TomCo Solutions founder and LGBTQ+ advocate Tommy Whitehead is working to make the building industry more welcoming to all.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The Webuild Group subsidiary will build the I-4 at SR-33 Interchange in Lakeland, solidifying the Sunshine State as a key market for the North Carolina contractor.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Florida Homeowners Hit With High Rebuilding Costs After Hurricane Ian. Building prices are beginning to fall from historic highs, but lingering inflation is taking a toll on Florida homeowners rebuilding after Hurricane Ian. Fri, 10/21/2022 - 10:22. Building material prices fell 0.3% in September and are down 2.3%

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Florida Insurance Materials Injury 98

Construction Dive

JUNE 7, 2024

The entertainment company may construct a fifth theme park in Orlando, following an initial agreement with the local oversight board.

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Florida Agreement Construction 156

Construction Dive

AUGUST 6, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Florida Mobility Contractors News 146

Construction Dive

MARCH 14, 2024

The legislation on the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis would block counties and cities from requiring companies to protect their workers from extreme heat.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The legislation, which would permit teens 16 and older to work on roofing projects, also expands recruitment efforts in the trades.

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Florida Permits 171

Construction Dive

MARCH 25, 2024

The new healthcare center, located on the state’s Space Coast, was engineered to withstand a Category 4 hurricane.

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Florida Engineering 146

Pro Builder

MARCH 6, 2023

Gehan Homes Invests in Florida Build-For-Rent Landscape esorum Mon, 03/06/2023 - 13:31 Gehan Homes , Ltd. (a Southern Impression Homes, founded by Chris and Carter Funk, has operations in Northeast Florida, North Central Florida, and Southwest Florida. The company owns and controls approximately 5,000 lots.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Florida Office Mobility News 143

Construction Dive

MAY 18, 2023

New legislation that requires companies to confirm that employees are allowed to work in the U.S. could result in severe consequences for construction firms.

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Florida Contractors Construction 156

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Tracy Hunt, a 26-year company veteran, took the reins of the contractor’s Building’s division in the state earlier this month.

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Florida Contractors 139

Construction Dive

JANUARY 5, 2024

Gabriela Inamagua pleaded guilty to charges that she ran two fraudulent firms that purported to supply services and labor.

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Florida Construction 152

ENR Construction

MARCH 26, 2024

The Central Florida Expressway Authority's State Road 516 project is testing scalability and efficacy.

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Construction Dive

MAY 23, 2024

As summer begins, some states prevent cities from mandating water breaks. Still, there are commonsense practices to protect workers from soaring temperatures.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 15, 2024

The $340-million, 35,000-seat facility is scheduled to begin hosting University of South Florida football games in 2027.

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