Infrastructure: Page 30

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    Opinion

    5 steps to keep change orders from becoming disputes

    Divergence from the original plans on construction projects is unavoidable. But that doesn’t have to lead to a dispute.

    By Spencer Krebs • June 21, 2023
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    How 5 new Texas laws will impact construction

    These bills from the latest legislative session nix water breaks for workers, allow third-party permitting and fund water infrastructure.

    By • June 20, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

    Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.

    By Construction Dive staff
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    Project Milestones

    Semiconductor company plans $600M investment in Colorado

    The 100,000-square-foot facility forms part of Entegris’ new campus project, which is targeted to begin initial commercial operation in early 2025.

    By • June 15, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    New York City rebuilds $16.6M corridor with permeable concrete

    As a result of new stormwater rules, the city will require green infrastructure in other, similar-sized projects going forward.

    By • June 14, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    Next phases of $3.2B Michigan Soo Lock construction underway

    With phase 1 complete, the Army Corps of Engineers said the massive project is on schedule and is slated to finish in 2030.

    By • June 14, 2023
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    I-95 to reopen in 2 weeks, governor says

    Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has waived typical bidding and contracting procedures in an effort to get the bridge fixed quickly.

    By • June 13, 2023
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    Tanker fire causes I-95 bridge collapse in Philadelphia

    Traffic is being detoured in both directions, and rebuilding is expected to take months.

    By Colin Campbell • June 12, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    Balfour Beatty breaks ground on $698M USACE-NSA project

    The building, named after the late cryptanalyst, educator and equal opportunity activist Minnie Kenny, is scheduled for completion in 2026.

    By • June 9, 2023
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    Economic Reports

    Weak office, hotel sectors continue to drag on construction planning

    While office and hotel planning continue to drop, healthcare and education projects posted a 5.6% jump in May, according to Dodge Construction Network.

    By • June 8, 2023
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    Despite $50B of investment, contech is being held back by its fragmented customer base

    Cash into the construction technology space grew by 85% during the pandemic, according to McKinsey, but the nature of the industry makes it a tough nut to crack. 

    By • June 7, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    Superior Construction wraps up $400M Indianapolis highway project

    The I-65/I-70 North Split overhaul is the largest transportation project the Jacksonville, Florida-based firm has ever completed.

    By • June 7, 2023
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    Edenville Dam owner knew about defects 10 years before failure, filing claims

    In an email to Construction Dive, the owner refuted the state of Michigan’s allegations and said it was seeking to protect itself from litigation from flood victims.

    By • Updated June 7, 2023
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    Project Wins

    Granite wins $29M Highway 1 project

    Work on the route near the popular Santa Cruz boardwalk and pier kicks off at the height of summer beach season.

    By • June 6, 2023
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    Debt ceiling deal leaves DOT mostly unscathed, but transportation, housing funds may still be at risk

    “We're still assessing the best ways to accommodate the caps and restraints that are part of this deal,” said Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

    By Dan Zukowski • June 2, 2023
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    Finnish manufacturer plans $750M Georgia modular building factory

    Admares will construct a 2.5-million-square-foot plant as part of its relocation to the United States.

    By • June 1, 2023
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    Subcontractors feel the pinch but still expect growth

    A shrinking labor pool and supply chain delays impact subs’ bottom lines, but the silver lining of the IIJA has gotten shinier.

    By Jen A. Miller • June 1, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    McCarthy-Mortenson JV completes $1B biosafety lab

    The facility in Manhattan, Kansas, will ensure the safety of the food supply and is one of just a handful of BSL-4 designated sites globally. 

    By • June 1, 2023
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    Judge halts bridge project over Alabama DOT head’s ‘personal vendetta’

    The circuit court said the official had operated in bad faith in building the $120 million project 1 mile from a toll company’s existing span.

    By • June 1, 2023
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    Majority of highway contractors report work zone crashes in last year

    AGC called upon legislators and motorists alike to improve roadwork safety as part of its highway contractor survey.

    By • May 30, 2023
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    Debt ceiling deal would speed environmental permitting

    The tenuous agreement could also advance the Mountain Valley Pipeline and help boost the construction workforce, according to one trade group.

    By • May 30, 2023
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    May Project Wins: The country’s top contractors report their latest awards

    Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders.

    By Construction Dive Staff • May 26, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    Intel starts next phase of $20B Ohio manufacturing project

    Crews poured 1,500 cubic yards of concrete at the massive semiconductor facility in Licking County, Ohio.

    By • May 25, 2023
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    Executive Moves

    DPR Construction names new Atlanta lead

    Kali Bonnell has developed expertise in healthcare builds over her 14-year career.

    By • May 25, 2023
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    Enel chooses Oklahoma as home of first US solar panel factory

    The $1 billion-plus factory will be located at the Tulsa Port of Inola, giving it easy access to rail and river transport.

    By Kate Magill • May 24, 2023
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    Infrastructure act

    New York builders group looks to accelerate IIJA funding

    “We’re still sitting on billions of unspent federal dollars,” said Carlo Scissura, CEO and president of the New York Building Congress. 

    By • May 24, 2023