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Racism in ConstructionEEOC sues Whiting-Turner for discrimination, retaliation on Google job
In a suit in federal court, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleged the top five contractor created a racially hostile work environment for Black employees in Tennessee.
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 15, 2021 -
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Facebook launches talent pipeline program for data center construction and beyond
Hard Hat in Hand provides participants with the skills to get a job in fields such as electrical work, carpentry and metalworking.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 14, 2021 -
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A roundup of articles about issues affecting the workforce.
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7 things to know about starting a construction training program
Providing on-the-job education can help fill the labor gap and increase retention, but first, companies need to identify the right employees.
By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 14, 2021 -
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Webcor's California office project chases ambitious waste-reduction goal
The Genesis Marina project, built by Webcor on a former landfill, is looking to reduce and recycle almost all of the waste it produces.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 14, 2021 -
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Black & Veatch tech incubator seeks climate solutions
The company is looking to jumpstart innovators that are focused on decarbonization technology.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 13, 2021 -
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Deep DiveWhat does Katerra's demise mean for the contech and modular industries?
The company was supposed to revolutionize construction. Instead, it went bankrupt when it couldn't convince developers and builders to move away from their traditional subcontractors.
By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 13, 2021 -
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AGC, ABC sue Labor Department over Davis-Bacon wages in Nevada
The suit alleges the Labor Department failed to follow its own rules, and those of the federal Davis-Bacon Act, when it used Las Vegas data to determine prevailing wages in 13 northern Nevada counties.
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 12, 2021 -
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Steel, roofing materials shortage hamstrings construction
Rising costs, tight supplies and monthslong lead times have pushed companies to delay projects or find substitutes.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 12, 2021 -
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Deep Dive // Racism in ConstructionConstruction's diversity numbers are awful. Here's how 3 contractors are improving theirs.
Leaders from PCL, Turner & Townsend and XL Construction detail the strategies they are using to tackle the issue.
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 12, 2021 -
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North American crane count decrease signals uncertainty
When compared to earlier this year, the number of cranes declined significantly in five of 14 cities measured, according to a biannual report from Rider Levett Bucknall.
By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 11, 2021 -
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Biden touts vaccine mandate at Clayco jobsite visit
The president visited the suburban Chicago data center project to highlight the importance of vaccinated workers in construction and other industries.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 11, 2021 -
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LA Clippers' $2B Intuit Dome to be third most expensive US arena ever built
An AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction joint venture broke ground last month on the NBA venue, which is set to open in 2024.
By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 8, 2021 -
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Addressing the skilled labor shortage in 4 steps
It's critical to spread the word that the trades are a smart and viable career option, writes the vice president of a Massachusetts electrical company.
By Luiza Mills • Oct. 7, 2021 -
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Deadline extended for Safety 2022 speaker applications
The American Society of Safety Professionals has extended the application deadline for speakers at its Safety 2022 conference to Oct. 15.
By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 7, 2021 -
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Skanska requests an additional $50M for Pensacola bridge repairs, wins separate $81M Florida project
In addition, a judge fined the contractor $92,000 for allegedly destroying evidence related to Hurricane Sally on executives' cell phones.
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 7, 2021 -
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Intel breaks ground on 2 Arizona chip plants worth $20B
The company plans to gain ground via U.S-based manufacturing in the face of a massive semiconductor shortage.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 6, 2021 -
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Ring launches security system for jobsites
Geared toward small and medium-sized builders, the product is designed to address the increasing incidents of equipment and material theft on U.S. construction sites.
By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 6, 2021 -
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Q&AShawmut executive takes the lead on complex projects
Building on a two-decade career in construction, Mary Mahany leads her team to create a shared vision for the built environment.
By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 6, 2021 -
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Residents of luxury NYC condo sue developer
The condominium board at 432 Park Avenue alleged that the developers didn’t consider the height of the residential tower when designing the building, creating a number of problems.
By Leslie Shaver • Oct. 5, 2021 -
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Deep Dive // Racism in ConstructionConstruction Inclusion Week: Why 6 top CEOs are drawing a line on hate
Set for Oct. 18-22, the initiative is aimed at helping contractors "move the needle" on diversity and equity on jobsites, according to the leaders of some of the country's largest construction firms.
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 5, 2021 -
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FMI predicts design-build will continue to grow, despite tough economic environment
Increased demand and spending is on the horizon for the delivery method, even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, a new study found.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 5, 2021 -
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Judge dismisses contractors' lawsuit over Denver vaccine mandates
The Colorado Contractors Association and six other construction groups have 30 days to amend their complaint or the dismissal will be permanent.
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Sponsored by New Millennium Building SystemsWarehouse boom pushes project teams to act—and build—fast
See how steel joists, joist girders and roof deck maximize warehouse space in North Carolina.
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Construction's top stories by the numbers
From top commercial contractors to tax-saving strategies and the priciest sports venues of all time, here is a roundup of nine of Construction Dive's most-read stories this year.
Oct. 1, 2021 -
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The 7 biggest megaprojects that have broken ground this year
Each of these builds, ranging from office towers to arenas, cost over $1 billion.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 1, 2021
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