Commercial Building: Page 24

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    Challenges to DBE goals in federal contracts gain steam

    In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down affirmative action last summer, a smattering of lawsuits allege reverse discrimination due to workforce participation targets.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    DOL independent contractor final rule announced, will take effect March 11

    The rule largely tracks the agency’s October 2022 proposed rule, adopting a six-factor, “totality-of-the-circumstances” framework for analyzing worker-employer relationships.

    By Ryan Golden • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Trendline

    Preconstruction

    Careful collaboration before shovels hit dirt is key to a successful project, experts say.

    By Construction Dive staff
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    Labor crunch will continue to squeeze contractors

    About 80% of firms have a hard time staffing projects, yet the majority still plan to hire more skilled workers, a survey of Associated General Contractors of America members found.

    By • Jan. 8, 2024
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    Driver in deadly Maryland work zone crash pleads guilty

    One of two motorists involved in a vehicle crash at a Baltimore-area highway construction site that killed six could face 18 months in prison.

    By • Jan. 8, 2024
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    Debts, lawsuits force Detroit builder to file bankruptcy

    Unpaid bills on the $30 million Dreamtroit project caused problems for MiG Construction.

    By • Jan. 8, 2024
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    2024 OUTLOOK

    4 charts break down winning, losing sectors in 2024

    Some types of construction are starting the new year with a bang, while others will continue to wither, experts say.

    By • Jan. 8, 2024
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    Florida woman sentenced to federal prison in construction fraud case

    Gabriela Inamagua pleaded guilty to charges that she ran two fraudulent firms that purported to supply services and labor.

    By • Jan. 5, 2024
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    How travel demand will impact the hotel sector in 2024

    Heightened group and international travel will drive new investment, according to Newbond Holdings.

    By Jenna Graber • Jan. 5, 2024
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    Executive Moves

    McCarthy taps IT lead for C-suite role

    Justin McFarland will helm a host of corporate departments, including information technology, for the St. Louis-based builder.

    By • Jan. 5, 2024
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    Turner heat study finds workers at risk even on ‘cooler’ summer days

    Researchers found that laborers came to work dehydrated and had elevated core temperatures even under moderate conditions.

    By • Updated Aug. 12, 2024
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    Last week to nominate a Construction Champion

    Construction Dive is seeking submissions through Feb. 9 to highlight the industry’s leading women in all sectors.

    By • Jan. 4, 2024
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    Economic Reports

    Nonresidential spending dips, ending 17 months of growth

    Despite a 0.1% decrease in November, several sectors — including manufacturing, healthcare and roadwork — saw gains.

    By • Jan. 4, 2024
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    New Releases

    New construction technology releases: January 2024

    New apps for the new year include an AI program that answers project questions, a 360-degree camera for building models and a tool that automates procurement quotes.

    By Shelley D. Hutchins, LEED-AP • Jan. 3, 2024
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    Job openings rise 10% to highest level since 2022

    Major infrastructure and manufacturing projects have created more demand for workers, but the supply of skilled labor can’t keep up.

    By • Jan. 3, 2024
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    Tallest building in US proposed for Oklahoma

    The skyscraper’s updated design aims for new heights, and is part of a bigger mixed-use development set to break ground in downtown Oklahoma City.

    By • Updated Jan. 24, 2024
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    Waaree Energies to build its first US solar panel factory

    The Houston-area site will create 1,500 jobs by 2027.

    By Kate Magill • Dec. 22, 2023
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    Wisconsin to spend $414M on wastewater, storm infrastructure

    The largest amount ever from the state’s Clean Water Fund will flow to 84 municipalities.

    By • Dec. 22, 2023
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    Holiday lights add festive mood to construction jobsites

    From a hospital project in Connecticut to a Christmas tree with a family history, contractors took time to make the season brighter.

    By • Dec. 21, 2023
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    Top labor and safety stories of 2023

    From advancements in hard hats to the continued skilled worker shortage, here are some of the topics that were most popular with readers this year.

    By • Dec. 21, 2023
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    5 biggest data centers to break ground in 2023

    The sector’s market boom has been well-documented, but signs of weakness could herald a squeeze ahead.

    By • Dec. 21, 2023
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    Economic Reports

    High interest rates knock construction starts to 10-month low

    Following October’s staggering 32% drop, nonbuilding work fell another 2% in November, with the highway and bridge sector tumbling 8%, according to Dodge.

    By • Dec. 21, 2023
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    This year’s top tech stories

    From ChatGPT to robots and contech funding, here are the topics that were most popular with our readers.

    By • Dec. 20, 2023
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    The biggest office starts of 2023

    While owner financing is likely driving some deals on glittering new headquarters, quickly maturing loans on existing properties signal challenges ahead.

    By • Dec. 20, 2023
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    Executive Moves

    Amid spike in demand, Swinerton picks Carolinas healthcare lead

    The San Francisco contractor is staking its expansion efforts on rising demand for construction and renovation of medical facilities in the region.

    By • Dec. 20, 2023
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    Construction had the most fatalities of any industry last year

    Both the number of deaths and fatality rate increased, as the same hazards continued to claim lives in a dangerous profession.

    By • Dec. 19, 2023