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    Election 2024

    Where the 2024 presidential candidates stand on construction’s top issues

    Here are Kamala Harris’ and Donald Trump’s views on the industry’s most pressing topics, including immigration, permitting, infrastructure and more.

    By Construction Dive Staff • Oct. 16, 2024
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    Deep Dive // Election 2024

    A fifth of construction workers lack permanent legal status. Can the next president change that?

    Illegal immigration has dominated the headlines during this election season, but building pros are calling for help to get skilled workers to jobsites.

    By • Oct. 15, 2024
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    Construction Inclusion Week

    Skanska picks New England supplier diversity lead

    With 27 years of experience at the Massachusetts Port Authority, Cassandra Campbell brings a plethora of skills in diversity, management and logistics.

    By • Oct. 15, 2024
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    Construction Inclusion Week

    Construction Inclusion Week turns 4 with DEI under fire

    The industry’s initiative to combat hate on jobsites kicks off Monday amid rising tensions during a presidential election year.

    By • Oct. 14, 2024
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    Executive Moves

    Sundt Construction appoints new president, COO

    Cade Rowley first joined the Tempe, Arizona, firm as an engineer.

    By • Oct. 11, 2024
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    Executive Moves

    Leopardo Construction names new CFO, other execs

    The Illinois-based contractor cited its recent growth and geographic expansion as the impetus for the promotions.

    By • Oct. 10, 2024
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    Opinion

    What my generation brings to construction

    As the industry continues to evolve, tech-savvy younger workers are key to its future success, writes consultant (and Gen Zer) Fulton Cure.

    By Fulton Cure • Oct. 9, 2024
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    Executive Moves

    Dallas firm names new Nashville precon lead

    Mycon General Contractors selected Josh Yoder to improve efficiency and guide projects in the Tennessee region.

    By • Oct. 9, 2024
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    ILA port strike ends with tentative deal

    The agreement, which extends the parties’ master agreement, comes three days after a strike commenced at East and Gulf Coast ports.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 4, 2024
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    Column // Help Wanted

    Colorado nonprofit introduces young women to the trades

    Some girls never consider construction as a career, so Transportation & Construction Girl offers education and hands-on experience.

    By • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Q&A

    Could Gen Z be the next toolbelt generation?

    Contractors can recruit this group of workers with benefits like tuition reimbursement, mental health counseling and even pet insurance, according to an industry executive.

    By • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Economic Reports

    Construction job openings leap monthly by record amount

    After several months of cooling, which experts speculate was mostly confined to the residential sector, unfilled positions increased by 138,000 in August.

    By • Oct. 2, 2024
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    NJ contractor to pay $950K for allegedly false DBE claims

    The DOJ said Rahway-based MV Contracting sought and won jobs under DOT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, even though it knew it didn’t qualify.

    By • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Dockworkers’ strike could lead to material delays

    Work stoppages across East and Gulf Coast ports may cause product shortages, price hikes and delivery issues, construction experts say.

    By • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Executive Moves

    Suffolk hires Turner vet to lead manufacturing, advanced tech work

    Darin Hart brings 35 years of experience to the company as it positions itself for the semiconductor industry’s growth.

    By • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Q&A

    Skanska pilots hydration test machine in Florida

    On three healthcare projects, the contractor used a device to demonstrate the importance of proper water intake and to help keep workers safe in the heat.

    By • Sept. 26, 2024
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    Judge partially blocks DOT’s DBE program

    The federal preliminary injunction could have widespread implications for workforce participation goals in federal contracts.

    By • Updated Sept. 25, 2024
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    Column // The Dotted Line

    How construction managers can deal with changing marijuana laws

    Cannabis use is illegal in just four states but remains prohibited at the federal level. Lawyers say navigating the issue demands a clear-eyed approach.

    By • Sept. 24, 2024
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    Virginia Tech launches construction safety major

    The new courses offered by the university’s college of engineering educate students on safety practices, wellness, leadership and ethics.

    By Keith Loria • Sept. 19, 2024
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    White House calls for stronger labor standards

    The executive order directs federal agencies to prioritize project labor agreements, voluntary union recognition and high-wage standards for manufacturing grants.

    By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Contractors shine a light on industry’s suicide problem

    It’s Construction Suicide Prevention Week. Experts urge firms to cultivate a “culture of care” to support workers.

    By • Sept. 9, 2024
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    Job openings drop again, but commercial builders still seek workers

    Despite a 17% fall in unfilled positions in July, economists say nonresidential contractors are looking to hire craftworkers.

    By • Sept. 5, 2024
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    Help Wanted: Highlighting grassroots construction recruitment efforts

    In this column, Construction Dive shines a light on boots-on-the-ground efforts to fill hard hats across the country.

    By • Oct. 6, 2022