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Prescient announces $190M in funding
The capital will help the technology-focused prefabrication company expand its work in the multifamily sector.
By Jennifer Goodman • May 3, 2021 -
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Biden's first 100 days: A look back
As President Joe Biden hits the 100-day mark in office, Construction Dive takes a look at his initiatives, orders and appointments that will affect the industry for the next four years and beyond.
April 30, 2021 -
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TrendlineData center construction
New projects from customers like Meta, Google and Amazon make this a burgeoning sector for contractors.
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Bechtel reaches construction milestone at $25B Georgia nuclear plant
The Vogtle facility includes the only two nuclear power plants under construction in the United States.
By Kim Slowey • April 30, 2021 -
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Authorities agree to revised, $1.5B JFK Terminal 4 plan
Delta Air Lines will consolidate its operations in the airport's Terminal 4 project, which was originally planned as a $3.8 billion expansion and modernization.
By Zachary Phillips • April 29, 2021 -
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Coronavirus liability laws could be a 'nightmare' for multi-state employers
Construction firms that operate in more than one state face a moving target as they calculate potential exposure on vaccine policies, on-site operations and more end-of-pandemic logistics, an attorney says.
By Katie Clarey • April 29, 2021 -
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Skanska UK powers heavy machinery with veggie fuel
The contractor, which has pledged to be net-zero carbon by 2045, will use hydrotreated vegetable oil to power its equipment.
By Zachary Phillips • April 28, 2021 -
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French officials embrace BIM, other contech in Notre Dame reconstruction project
Autodesk is contributing BIM technology as well as other design and construction solutions to help with the effort to restore the 12th-century cathedral in the wake of a massive fire in 2019.
By Joe Bousquin • April 28, 2021 -
2 construction firm execs appointed to National BIM Program steering committee
The group, which includes leaders of government agencies and private companies such as Amazon and Microsoft, will work to create a national BIM program.
By Jennifer Goodman • April 28, 2021 -
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Second chances: How contractors can hire reentering citizens
In honor of "Second Chance Month," here is a look at the benefits and challenges of employing people who are reentering the workforce from prison.
By Zachary Phillips • April 28, 2021 -
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Deep DiveAmid delays and rising prices, contractors turn to tech to mitigate supply disruptions
Soaring material costs and supply chain woes are threatening a second-half rebound. Construction pros are looking to technology-based strategies to cope.
By Joe Bousquin • April 28, 2021 -
Pittsburgh pursues sustainable deconstruction policy
Following similar steps in Portland, Oregon, and Milwaukee, Pittsburgh is betting that recovering materials from condemned buildings instead of demolishing them will support the city's climate and equity goals.
By Maria Rachal • April 27, 2021 -
AECOM launches ESG strategy
The company announced details today of its net-zero carbon goals that include decarbonizing fleet vehicles, partnering with suppliers and a 50% reduction in business travel.
By Jennifer Goodman • April 26, 2021 -
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Amid COVID-19 surge, Michigan extends emergency rules
Construction in the state, which has the highest coronavirus death rate in the country, is continuing with heightened protocols and precautions.
By Zachary Phillips • April 26, 2021 -
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Biden pledges to halve US carbon emissions by 2030, sending signal to businesses
The administration said it will employ "multiple paths" to reach its goal while supporting a strong economy.
By Robert Walton • April 23, 2021 -
Putting 'an offer on the table,' Republican senators unveil $568B infrastructure plan
The Republican Roadmap announced yesterday leaves out the corporate tax increase that is part of President Joe Biden’s $2.3 trillion initiative.
By Jennifer Goodman • April 23, 2021 -
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New York Building Congress offers carbon neutrality steps
The group noted that modular tactics and building components that can be disassembled easily and reused will help the construction industry reduce carbon emissions.
By Kim Slowey • April 23, 2021 -
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What contractors should know before going after public projects
Private-sector contractors can grab a share of the billions slated for infrastructure work if they prepare themselves now. Here are six ways that public projects differ from other types of jobs.
By Kim Slowey • April 22, 2021 -
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$1B Boston life sciences project gets underway
The campus is part of the $1.3 billion Fenway Center development, which includes offices, retail and residential built over the Massachusetts Turnpike.
By Jennifer Goodman • April 22, 2021 -
Consigli: More subs, suppliers turning to prefabrication to address price hikes
The COVID-19 pandemic has led subcontractors and vendors to embrace technology to improve response times, according to the Boston-based construction firm.
By Jennifer Goodman • April 21, 2021 -
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Opinion6 steps to protect your data and improve cybersecurity
Construction firms that embrace technology also leave the door open to cyber risk, says insurance expert Phil Casto. Here's how to protect your data.
By Phil Casto • April 21, 2021 -
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NIOSH releases survey to measure worker well-being
The agency's WellBQ questionnaire includes 68 questions spanning five areas of worker health and can be used to measure well-being at the company, industry and workforce levels.
By Joe Bousquin • April 21, 2021 -
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Contractors consider reopening offices, vaccine mandates
Companies including Balfour Beatty, Clayco and Turner are dealing with issues surrounding remote work and vaccinations as they consider bringing employees back to the office.
By Kim Slowey • April 21, 2021 -
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After dip in 2020, North American crane count increases
The number of construction cranes in major cities in the U.S. and Canada has increased after a drop last fall, according to a new report.
By Zachary Phillips • April 20, 2021 -
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NJ court says contractor must pay for worker's medical pot
The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that M&K Construction has to pay for an injured worker's medical marijuana, but that it isn't criminally liable for breaking federal law by doing so.
By Joe Bousquin • April 20, 2021 -
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PRO Act one step closer to vote with Sen. Manchin's backing
With support from 46 senators, the bill is just four co-sponsors away from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s threshold for a floor vote.
By Zachary Phillips • April 20, 2021
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