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84 Lumber Highlights Career Paths That Build More Than Buildings
October marked “Careers in Construction Month”—a national celebration of rewarding and well-compensated career paths in the building trades. As technology continues to transform how we live and work, 84 Lumber, the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, is spotlighting the often-overlooked career opportunities within the skilled trades. “84 Lumber might not be what…
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AGC Georgia Hosts Metro Atlanta Skills Challenge for High School Students
The Associated General Contractors of Georgia (AGC Georgia) brought together construction students from nine counties for the annual AGC Metro Atlanta Skills Challenge in October at the Cobb County Civic Center in Marietta. Beginning at 8:30 a.m., the event will showcase the skills of over 150 high school competitors across 12 construction disciplines including carpentry,…
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PSMJ Resources Launches Endowed MBA Scholarship at Bryant University
PSMJ Resources Inc., a global leader in business publishing, consulting and training for the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, is deepening its commitment to education and leadership development through the establishment of a new scholarship fund at Bryant University. The Frank A. Stasiowski, FAIA ’75MBA and Joan M. Tomaceski PSMJ Resources Inc. Endowed MBA…
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Gateway construction continues despite Trump’s claim of termination
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. President Donald Trump said Oct. 15 in Washington his administration had “terminated” funding for New York City’s Gateway program. On Manhattan’s West Side, however, contractors on the site have not missed a shift, they say. Earlier this…
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How blue roofs can help construction mitigate the UK’s water crisis
Unlike conventional roofs that drain water quickly, blue roofs slow stormwater runoff. This means that sewer systems – many of which are overstressed and in need of repair or replacement – can receive rainwater at a reduced rate over time, rather than all at once. In this way, the likelihood of flooding is reduced, particularly…
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Construction Startup Competition 2025 Winners Announced
The Construction Startup Competition 2025 has just revealed its 13 winners, representing the next generation of construction technology innovators from around the globe. Organized by industry heavyweights, including Cemex Ventures, Caterpillar, Dysruptek by Haskell, Ferrovial, Hilti, Leonard by VINCI, NOVA by Saint-Gobain, Trimble, and Zacua Ventures, the competition continues to be a leading force in…
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FDOT invests $500M to build 17 miles of express lanes
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Florida is putting in miles of infrastructure work. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced several projects Oct. 16, including 17 miles of new express lanes on I-4, which connects the west and east coasts of the state. A new…
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Understanding Construction Contract Insurance Requirements: How to Avoid Costly Gaps and Legal Risks
It is critical for contractors to understand the insurance requirements in construction contracts, as these projects carry very high levels of liability and risk. Construction involves moving variables, dangerous environments and hazardous conditions that can generate serious losses. Risks include fires, trench collapses, accidents and even loss of life. Insurance is essential to protect the…
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As stadium boom resumes, ‘private funding’ often comes with public strings
When the deep-pocketed Denver Broncos ownership group announced its plans for a new football stadium in September, city and state leaders applauded its pledge to privately finance both the stadium and a new mixed-use district surrounding it. But the Broncos’ announcement contained some notable fine print. The multibillion-dollar stadium complex won’t be entirely funded by…
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Sundt names new CEO | Construction Dive
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. After nearly a decade, Sundt Construction has a new CEO. Cade Rowley Courtesy of Sundt Construction The Tempe, Arizona-based builder has tapped longtime company veteran Cade Rowley as its president and CEO, according to an Oct.…