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    Stellantis, Samsung SDI plan second US gigafactory

    The automaker is working to shore up battery manufacturing capacity to meet its EV production targets. 

    By Megan Ruggles • July 27, 2023
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    July 2023 Project Wins: The country’s top contractors report their latest awards

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

    By Construction Dive Staff • July 27, 2023
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    Trendline

    Recruiting, retention and training in construction

    A roundup on articles focus on recruiting and retention for construction.

    By Construction Dive staff
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    How Skanska’s drone program evolved from novelty to must-have tech

    The U.S. arm of the Sweden-based contractor was an early adopter of UAVs and has navigated the challenges and benefits of deploying the tools on site. 

    By • July 26, 2023
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    Gilbane-Turner adds MWBE info sessions on Bills stadium

    Erie County Legislature Chairperson April Baskin gave the JV “kudos” for its response to criticism after initial workforce participation goals fell short.

    By • Updated Aug. 8, 2023
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    Kansas City Royals zero in on potential stadium location

    The team will select the site of the future stadium, reported to cost $2 billion, by late September, team owner John Sherman wrote in an open letter.

    By • Updated July 26, 2023
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    Executive Moves

    Mycon promotes 2 to vice president

    Chip Myers and Jason Meuth will help lead the company’s Southeast expansion and development of business around automation.

    By • July 26, 2023
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    Ford supplier invests $790M to build 3 Tennessee plants

    Magna International will produce key parts for Ford’s second-generation electric truck, and is the first company to join the automaker’s supplier park.

    By Sara Samora • July 25, 2023
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    Swinerton strengthens Atlanta foothold with new exec, office expansion

    The company expects its Atlanta division to top $150 million in revenue, a 130% increase year over year.

    By • July 25, 2023
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    Q&A

    Spending likely to slump in rest of year

    AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker talked about private construction activity, nonresidential spending and financial headwinds.

    By • July 25, 2023
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    Contech firms feel the sting of tech industry woes

    Despite construction’s relative success in an uncertain economy, firms that rely on contractors for business show signs of pain.

    By • July 24, 2023
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    Economic Reports

    Construction starts continue volatile ride, ‘up one month and down the next’

    Choppy conditions will persist due to high interest rates and tightening lending standards, said Richard Branch, chief economist for Dodge Construction Network.

    By • July 24, 2023
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    Skanska reports record backlog, Q2 profit drop

    On the back of infrastructure jobs, Skanska has added to its contracted work even as it weathers a weaker leasing market.

    By • July 21, 2023
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    Column // Help Wanted

    Philadelphia camp introduces teenage girls to the trades

    The free camp tours jobsites in the city, provides safety orientation and advertises the perks of a career in the trades.

    By • July 20, 2023
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    Q&A

    New CEO sees strength in Kitchell’s diverse offerings

    With four operating companies and a nearly 75-year history, the Southwest firm is poised to take on new opportunities, said Wendy Cohen.

    By • July 20, 2023
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    Project Wins

    Balfour Beatty secures $320M Georgia state prison contract

    The project represents another infrastructure win for the U.K.-based contractor funded by U.S. public works dollars.

    By • July 20, 2023
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    OSHA rule proposal would require construction PPE to fit properly

    The regulation update would mandate that employers provide appropriately sized safety gear, which could better protect more workers, especially women.

    By • July 20, 2023
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    $400M Kraft Heinz facility to employ the latest in warehouse tech

    The Illinois facility, slated to open in 2025, will feature robotics and a fully automated storage retrieval system.

    By Alexei Alexis • July 19, 2023
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    Opinion

    How to embrace tech to help manufacturing clients attract, retain workers

    JE Dunn's design management director describes a range of innovations that make it easier for customers to staff their plants.

    By Drew Overmiller • July 19, 2023
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    Project Wins

    Northwestern Mutual taps Gilbane, CG Schmidt for $500M office rehab

    The contractors have posted bid packages to renovate the 540,000-square-foot North Office Building at the insurance giant’s Milwaukee campus.

    By • July 19, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    $2.3B MSG Sphere lights up Las Vegas

    Project costs on the world's largest spherical structure, set to open in September, nearly doubled due to inflation and supply chain woes.

    By • July 19, 2023
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    Executive Moves

    The Boldt Co. hires LaSalle’s Brad VanGorder as Detroit lead

    The 16-year construction veteran’s experience includes automotive, technology, commercial, municipal and health builds.

    By • July 19, 2023
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    Q&A // Executive Moves

    Jacobs targets coastal resilience markets

    The Dallas-based contractor aims to expand its water infrastructure and climate adaptation work with its latest personnel move.

    By • July 18, 2023
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    Lendlease cuts 10% of staff worldwide

    The Australian contractor and developer confirmed the layoffs of about 740 workers to Construction Dive. 

    By • Updated July 18, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    PCL completes $50M Florida Ritz-Carlton renovations

    The project in Naples was supposed to wrap in December 2022, but Hurricane Ian damaged the building when it struck in September and added more work.

    By • July 18, 2023
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    OSHA electronic recordkeeping rule to take effect in 2024

    The rule will require employers with 100 or more employees to submit information from Forms 300 and 301 once per year.

    By Ryan Golden • July 17, 2023