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CitizenM's modular Los Angeles hotel nears completion
Mortenson is set to finish construction of the Dutch developer’s sixth U.S. hotel.
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PCL debuts COVID-19 sanitizing modules
The Denver-based contractor has developed a new technology designed to help companies reduce the spread of COVID-19.
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New Jersey bridge replacement, part of Gateway project, secures $766M grant
The new Portal North Bridge, which will take five years to build, will speed up rail traffic along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor.
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San Francisco nonprofits collaborate on VR-based construction training
The program, which employs Oculus headsets for a real-world experience, is aimed at attracting young adults to construction careers.
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Report: Collective bargaining agreements create 'robust' middle-class jobs for union construction workers
CBAs in northeastern Illinois supported $7.5 billion in construction wages that were pumped into the local economy, according to a new study.
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Warehouse rents could slow their climb in 2021 as construction boosts supply
Of the 361 million square feet of industrial projects under construction in the U.S. at the end of last year, 94% of it is intended for warehouse and distribution uses, according to a new report.
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2021 outlook: Top cities to watch for construction
These five metro areas are destined for a strong showing this year, according to the contractors that work in them.
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Fluor
Fluor announces new organizational structure, plans to sell maintenance division
The Texas-based contractor says its updated organizational and reporting structure is better aligned with potential growth markets.
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Companies condemn US Capitol riot, fire workers involved
A human resources lawyer details how contractors and other firms can help their employees during this time of unrest and heightened anxiety.
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California enacts strict new COVID-19 notification law
While codifying many of the emergency temporary standards for COVID-19 adopted last year, California's AB 685 also expands Cal/OSHA's ability to shut down jobsites without a customary 15-day response period.
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The 13 construction sectors contractors expect to shrink in 2021
The AGC found that construction pros think only alternative healthcare facilities, warehouses and water and sewer facility work will make small gains this year while many sectors could experience double-digit declines.
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Construction, other trade groups decry mob violence at US Capitol
Despite Wednesday's unrest, AGC's chief said the violent attack by Trump supporters won't stop the peaceful transfer of power.
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Latest round of PPP loan program kicks off today
The $284 billion package prioritizes community financial institutions for fund distribution and has special considerations for minority, underserved, veteran and women-owned businesses.
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US Conference of Mayors
Biden taps former construction union leader Marty Walsh to lead Labor Department
The announcement brought cheers from the AFL-CIO and building trades groups, which lauded the Boston mayor's decades of experience in construction.
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Law firms form alliance to take on international construction
The LCL International Alliance will have more than 130 legal and technical professionals at its disposal.
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Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao resigns following insurrection at US Capitol
Chao, who has been criticized for abandoning the president's infrastructure plan, said the department will help President-elect Joe Biden's pick for transportation secretary, Pete Buttigieg, assume the post.
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Call for nominations: Construction's top female leaders
Construction Dive is seeking nominations for the industry's leading women in all sectors through Feb. 12.
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What's in the new COVID-19 relief package for contractors?
Billions of dollars of funding for roads, harbors, schools, military housing, broadband and clean energy is aimed at spurring construction.
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Trump administration pushing through approvals for energy, mining projects on public land
The White House is using President Donald Trump's last days in office to secure approvals for projects across the U.S.
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Construction app usage increases despite continued lack of integration
The average number of applications a construction worker uses on the job is growing, although many of the apps still don't share data, according to JBKnowledge's 2020 ConTech Report.
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Dems edge closer to Senate control, raising stakes for construction
As the country awaits the final outcome of yesterday's runoff in Georgia, there's no doubt that the impacts will be far-reaching for contractors.
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SoftBank comes to Katerra's rescue with critical $200M investment, takes majority stake
The new arrangement will allow the modular manufacturer to move forward and focus on its core businesses, according to its CEO.
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2021 construction projects to watch
Several high-profile jobs are scheduled for completion or are set to hit major milestones soon. Here are some that are sure to make headlines this year.
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Samantha Liss, Healthcare Dive
Deep Dive5 questions to ask before adopting a vaccine policy
Despite recent Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidance, many employers have more questions than answers when it comes to coronavirus vaccine policies.
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Contractors to benefit from latest round of PPP funding
Legislation approving new Paycheck Protection Program loans will provide much-needed relief to many construction firms, says an industry expert.
