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Q&ASuicide prevention in construction more important than ever
The COVID-19 crisis has the potential to exacerbate anxiety, depression and other mental health issues among construction workers, according to the chairperson of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention.
By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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Florida contractor arrested for PPP fraud, could face 30 years in prison
Days after receiving a $2 million Paycheck Protection Program loan, the Fort Myers roofing company owner allegedly bought a $689,000 catamaran.
By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 9, 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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Deep DiveContractors prepare to face COVID-19 challenges for the long haul
As summer turns to fall, construction pros are looking to new solutions to deal with the coronavirus pandemic through the rest of the year and into 2021.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 8, 2020 -
COVID-19 relief package could aid construction through infrastructure funds, PPP loans
Although it took months to reach an agreement, the new coronavirus relief legislation approved last night includes funds for transportation projects and small business loans that could help contractors, according to the AGC.
By Zachary Phillips • Updated Dec. 22, 2020 -
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ColumnModular Monitor: What contractors should be telling owners about shifting to offsite construction
It’s important to have an early conversation with owners about the potential for cost savings and other benefits because the reality could be different from preconceptions, experts say.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 8, 2020 -
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Lendlease to design, build Google's new 40-acre, mixed-use development
The Mountain View, California, project will include 1.3 million square feet of office space and up to 1,850 housing units. Lendlease says it has more Google projects to come.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 4, 2020 -
Readers Respond: Insight from Construction Dive's readers
Your answers to our surveys have been surprising, informative and highly relevant. Take a closer look at the various insights we received during our Friday Feedback summer series.
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AGC survey finds project delays, labor shortages worsening for construction
Associated General Contractors of America officials said neither political party is helping to mitigate construction industry fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and workers are choosing unemployment benefits over jobs.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 3, 2020 -
Readers Respond: Contractors see 2020's challenges continuing
2020 has been an unprecedented year for construction. As the summer winds down, Construction Dive readers weigh in on the issues they anticipate this fall and in early 2021.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 3, 2020 -
ColumnTech 101: Blockchain's benefits for construction
The technology has huge potential to automate the back office while bringing together different parties on complex projects to keep everyone honest.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 2, 2020 -
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Nevada contractors utilize innovative approach to slow COVID-19 spread on jobsites
Two construction firms are employing $40,000 Opti-Clean cubes that emit a dry, disinfecting mist over workers prior to entering the site.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 2, 2020 -
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OSHA: N95 masks protect against the coronavirus
In recently released guidance, the agency explains why N95 respirator filters are effective at protecting users from the virus that causes COVID-19.
By Jennifer Goodman • Updated Oct. 26, 2020 -
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Banks went all in on construction lending in Q2, despite delinquencies
Some banks aggressively pursued nonresidential lending for new projects, even amid nonpayment on outstanding loans. Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase topped the list of commercial lenders, according to S&P.
By Joe Bousquin , Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 2, 2020 -
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Navy issues RFP for $5B multiple award contract
Selected contractors will have the opportunity to bid on domestic and foreign construction projects for eight years.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 1, 2020 -
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What contractors need to know about the payroll tax deferral program
Many employers will opt out of President Donald Trump's relief program, which begins today, on concerns they could be left holding the bag for back taxes.
By Robert Freedman • Aug. 31, 2020 -
PPP loan forgiveness could result in big tax bills
Unless Congress intervenes, the IRS will not allow businesses to write off wages and rent paid for with Paycheck Protection Program funds, something many contractors are unaware of, according to one expert.
By Jennifer Goodman , Joe Bousquin • Aug. 31, 2020 -
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Electrical sub to pay $1.25M to settle discrimination claims at Apple jobsite
The ruling sends a message that subcontractors as well as general contractors must take prompt, effective action to stop harassment and hate speech, said the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
By Lisa Burden • Aug. 31, 2020 -
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Justice Department indicts Minnesota contractor for $841K PPP loan fraud
Kyle Brenizer applied for and received a federal Paycheck Protection Program loan under the name of his defunct construction company and allegedly submitted false employee and tax information.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 28, 2020 -
Take our survey: What lies ahead for the rest of 2020?
From colder weather to the presidential election, we want to hear your expectations for the coming months in the final survey of our summer series.
By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 28, 2020 -
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Despite coronavirus challenges, financing is available for the right projects
Capital is available for new construction, especially for multifamily and industrial work, but projects have been slower to get started, according to EBI Consulting's Frank Cook.
By Jennifer Goodman • Aug. 28, 2020 -
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"Racially motivated damage" discovered at Las Vegas Convention Center jobsite
The $1.4 billion project's general contractor, Turner/Martin-Harris, is offering a reward for information leading to those responsible.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 27, 2020 -
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Readers Respond: Contractors worried about future infrastructure work
Construction Dive readers are concerned about their infrastructure pipeline, with 83% of respondents to a recent survey saying they have seen civil projects delayed or halted due to coronavirus-related funding challenges.
By Jennifer Goodman • Aug. 27, 2020 -
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The 10 large construction markets most devastated by COVID-19
New analysis shows that out of the country's major metro areas, only one — Phoenix — was spared from declines in construction starts brought on by the pandemic in the first half of this year.
By Jennifer Goodman • Aug. 27, 2020 -
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California DOT repaves highway with recycled plastic bottles
Using TechniSoil Industrial's G5 binding agent, which includes liquefied plastic bottles, Caltrans replaced three lanes of roadway with 100% recycled materials, a first for the state.
By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 26, 2020 -
Contractors file $16M of liens on Royal Caribbean's Miami headquarters project
The cruise firm has halted work on capital projects because of the COVID-19 pandemic, including on its new $300 million corporate campus that broke ground last year.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 26, 2020
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