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Q&AMesser Construction avoids layoffs, prepares for future challenges
Although the Cincinnati-based firm has seen very few projects canceled, company leaders are preparing for a decline in backlog, increased competition and a potential second wave of COVID-19.
By Jennifer Goodman • June 4, 2020 -
Construction conferences go virtual, reschedule for the remainder of 2020
Industry conferences have begun to announce responses to the coronavirus, be it canceling, rescheduling or hosting events online. Here is a look at events for the rest of the year.
By Zachary Phillips • June 4, 2020 -
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TrendlineRecruiting, retention and training in construction
A roundup on articles focus on recruiting and retention for construction.
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New app seeks to recruit young people to construction
The Construction Careers Foundation’s new app demonstrates the possibilities of a career in construction to people in their teens to early 20s.
By Zachary Phillips • June 3, 2020 -
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Amid protests, some construction sites damaged, subject to curfews
Most of the incidents across the country have been minor but several buildings under construction have been destroyed.
By Kim Slowey • June 3, 2020 -
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OSHA offers guidance on the use of face coverings
Because cloth face coverings aren't viewed as providing protection against exposure to occupational hazards, OSHA's standards do not require employers to provide them, the agency said.
By Jennifer Goodman • Updated June 16, 2020 -
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Gilbane exec: COVID-19 will lead to lower material prices
The coronavirus' impact on the supply chain has been "less than expected," Joe Piro, vice president of supply chain for Gilbane Building Co., told Construction Dive.
By Zachary Phillips • June 2, 2020 -
What new PPP loan guidance means for contractors
The clarifications are intended to make the Paycheck Protection Program more flexible for construction and other businesses while Congress works to expand some of the program's parameters.
By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2020 -
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ColumnModular Monitor: What to consider before making the move to offsite construction
While the coronavirus may lead more firms to check out modular building techniques, experts say contractors should thoroughly understand the differences in bidding, scheduling, budgeting and more that go along with them.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2020 -
Moody's: Expect more coronavirus-induced project delays
Some types of construction projects historically are prone to delays, and thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, those delays are about to get worse, according to a new report.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2020 -
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DPR, McCarthy, others issue call for coronavirus tech solutions
The NEXT Coalition is looking for ideas from the industry to continue to protect construction and office workers.
By Zachary Phillips • May 29, 2020 -
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Who pays for extra time, work to keep construction workers safe?
There's no simple answers to this and other COVID-19 jobsite questions, says one construction attorney.
By Jennifer Goodman • May 29, 2020 -
OSHA issues new COVID-19 guidance
The agency's latest workplace enforcement guidance for contractors details how to determine if a coronavirus case is work related.
By Kim Slowey • May 29, 2020 -
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Construction industry is like 'a rocket about to take off'
The CEO of one of the country's top electrical subcontracting firms sees U.S. construction slowing, but only temporarily.
By Jennifer Goodman • May 28, 2020 -
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3 approaches to contact tracing for the jobsite and office
Technology companies have created solutions to help facilitate safer work environments, but privacy issues remain about how contractors can gather workers' health data.
By Naomi Eide • May 27, 2020 -
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Crane camera software firm receives $7.75M in funding
The infusion will allow Quartz Systems, which works with contractors including DPR and PLC, to expand its sales throughout the United States.
By Jennifer Goodman • May 27, 2020 -
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Data analytics facilitates more accurate project costs, schedules
Construction has lagged in data collection, but experts emphasize its value during the pandemic and beyond and how construction firms can take advantage of others’ mistakes.
By Zachary Phillips • May 27, 2020 -
Coronavirus has affected construction the most in these 10 states
More than any others, these states are dealing with historic levels of construction unemployment, a decline in jobsite activity and government shutdowns.
By Jennifer Goodman • May 27, 2020 -
Allegiant stops work on $1B Florida resort due to coronavirus
The effects of COVID-19 are being felt on many tourism-related projects in the Sunshine State, including at Disney parks, airports and cruise terminals.
By Kim Slowey • May 26, 2020 -
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The Dotted Line: How will clients approach contracts post-pandemic?
Owners will likely demand more flexibility in future construction contracts so they can easily suspend or stop projects, as well as mitigate their risk.
By Kim Slowey • May 26, 2020 -
Bechtel No. 1 again on ENR's top contractors list
While the country's top 400 contractors generated a record $414 billion in revenue last year, even with some large firms not reporting, the outlook for 2020 is less certain.
By Zachary Phillips • May 22, 2020 -
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Fisher Sand and Gravel wins $1.3B border wall job
The contract is being questioned by a high-ranking House Democrat, who earlier asked the Defense Department to determine if another Fisher wall project was properly awarded.
By Kim Slowey • May 21, 2020 -
McKinsey: COVID-19 will spur construction's tech use
In the short and long term, the consulting firm says contractors will respond to the pandemic with widespread implementation of BIM, digitization, modular construction and other solutions.
By Zachary Phillips • May 20, 2020 -
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Demolition begins at Hard Rock New Orleans site
The cleanup of the hotel that collapsed during construction in October, including the recovery of two workers' remains and the removal of three nearby buildings, is scheduled to take six months.
By Kim Slowey • May 20, 2020 -
Contractors challenged by lack of labor, jobsite tension and delays
Even as projects reopen, enhanced unemployment benefits and health fears are keeping construction workers on the sidelines, said experts during a recent AGC webinar.
By Jennifer Goodman • May 19, 2020 -
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How a Philadelphia contractor is adapting to slower pace of work amid pandemic
Managers at LOTT Restaurant Construction have refined timelines, employed virtual walkthroughs and researched practices from hospital construction to help the firm and clients evolve in a changing business environment.
By Jennifer Goodman • May 19, 2020
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