Tag: building
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Building a Strong Construction Workforce Under Immigration Policy Changes
The construction industry is a major pillar of the U.S. economy, yet it’s facing an urgent and rapidly growing labor shortage. Potential deportation policies will only increase the crisis, as these shortages will lead to completion delays, potential safety hazards, and increased costs. Unfortunately, the accelerated deterioration of the labor force supply will likely be…
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Christopher Grey Talks MA Building & Energy Codes at FGIA
Those participating in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida, learned about the building, energy and stretch codes in the state of Massachusetts in a presentation about the complexity of backstop calculations from presenter Christopher Grey (Simpson Gumpertz & Heger). In this presentation, Grey provided an overview of the 2023…
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[SERIES] Pavement Maintenance International, Part 3: Building A Female Workforce
Hopefully the previous parts to this triology have been helpful. In some ways, it’s interesting that so much of what we deal with in the good ol’ USA is being experienced around the world. This I can confirm as I’ve worked with owners and leaders throughout Europe, parts of South America, Indonesia, and Australia. My…
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[SERIES] Pavement Maintenance International, Part 3: Building A Female Workforce
Hopefully the previous parts to this triology have been helpful. In some ways, it’s interesting that so much of what we deal with in the good ol’ USA is being experienced around the world. This I can confirm as I’ve worked with owners and leaders throughout Europe, parts of South America, Indonesia, and Australia. My…
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How is building safety impacting insurance premiums in construction?
Overall, the limits to cover are at more viable levels, although, given the cost of premiums, higher limits may remain out of reach for some. However, the exclusions and/or restrictions for cladding and/or fire safety related claims still remain. There is also the difficulty that certain professions, such as managing agents, have in obtaining cover. …
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Skanska completes George Mason University’s Life Sciences and Engineering Building
Leading global development and construction firm Skanska has completed George Mason University’s (GMU) new Life Sciences and Engineering Building on the school’s Prince William County Science and Technology (SciTech) Campus. The state-of-the-art, $85.4 million facility spans 132,000 square feet of purpose-built space, featuring advanced research laboratories, specialized teaching facilities and flexible innovation zones designed for…
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What do building plots cost and where can you find the best value for money?
If you’ve ever dreamed of building your own home, one of the first things you’ll need to do is buy a building plot. But how much does a building plot in the UK actually cost? Like most aspects of property, the answer isn’t straightforward. It depends on several factors, including location, size, planning status and…
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Report Live: JLL 2025 Medical Outpatient Building Perspective
An aging population, surge in outpatient demand and the ever-present need for services near growing populations are all contributing to strong demand in the healthcare sector. According to Advisory Board, outpatient volumes in the U.S. are expected to grow 10.6% over the next five years. JLL’s new 2025 Medical Outpatient Building (MOB) Perspective reveals the key…
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Building Brains Coalition: Reimagining Brain-Healthy Spaces
HKS is thrilled to announce the formation of the Building Brains Coalition, a first-of-its kind initiative that connects built environment professionals to those in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, climate science and public health. The coalition builds upon the growing recognition that brain health is integral to human potential and societal progress. It represents a…