Category: Featured
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McDermott lands role on $25B Louisiana LNG plant
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Monkey Island LNG projectValue: $25 billion total investmentLocation: Cameron Parish, LouisianaClient: Monkey Island LNG Monkey Island LNG, the company behind the forthcoming eponymous LNG liquefaction facility in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, has awarded McDermott a master services…
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How 1 JV blended disciplines to succeed with mass timber
Listen to the article 6 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Construction Dive’s Job Done series looks at unique projects and the lessons learned by the contractors that built them. The Brookhaven City Centre is, according to McCarthy Building Cos.’ Carter Schmid, a confluence of communication and bringing…
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ECITB sets out strategy to address labour market competition
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The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) has published its new strategy, Leading Industry Learning, outlining how it will help to address skills shortages and support industry growth. The five-year plan, from 2026 to 2030, outlines a strategy to develop the skills needed to deliver critical infrastructure across Great Britain. The ECITB forecasts that 40,000 additional…
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Why the 5,000+ line item construction schedule is canceled
Open any big project schedule and you’ll see it: thousands of line items. It looks precise, but it rarely matches what crews actually do on site. That disconnect fuels rework and delays. According to a recent survey by Outbuild, 96% of contractors say disconnected scheduling is a root cause of many issues. The fix isn’t…
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Stop chasing, start leading: How AI is redefining construction finance
For any contractor, the day often starts before the sun is up. By the time you’ve had your first coffee, you’re already juggling reports of fluctuating material costs, potential change orders, and the constant pressure of making payroll and tracking job costs. You glance at your dashboard, trying to get a clear picture of your…
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Staying Ahead of PAGA Reform: How Businesses Can Strengthen Compliance and Safeguard Operations
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California is well-known for having some of the most rigorous labor requirements in the United States, especially concerning employee meal and rest breaks. These regulations have been in place for over two decades, but recent legislative changes raise the stakes for non-compliance. As of July 1, 2024, California reformed its Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA),…
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Revealing My Brother’s Ultra Cozy Family Room (And The Most Comfortable Green Sectional)
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REVEAL DAYS ARE MY FAVORITE DAYS. While the magazine (Better Homes and Gardens) is about to hit newsstands (revealing four of my favorite rooms in my brother’s house that you haven’t seen yet), this room wasn’t done in time to shoot, so I get to actually reveal it earlier (and hopefully get you excited for…
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UK reliance on Chinese renewable tech rises with Octopus deal
Britain’s largest electricity supplier, Octopus Energy, has signed a deal with Chinese wind turbine maker Ming Yang Smart Energy, potentially bringing Chinese-built turbines to the UK for the first time. The partnership aims to expand wind power capacity, reduce energy costs, and accelerate the country’s clean energy transition. However, the deal also highlights the UK’s…
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When Everyone Zigs, Zag: Peter Vesterbacka on Standing Out
Peter Vesterbacka did not introduce himself as CMO. At Rovio, his title was Mighty Eagle. Every time he handed out a business card, people asked what that meant, and that curiosity opened the door for a story. For Vesterbacka, whether you’re building Angry Birds, founding Slush, or pitching at the Nordic PropTech Awards, branding and…
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Shelf lighting ideas that make storage shine
Shelving without lighting can often fade into the background, serving its purpose but doing little to enhance a room. Add a little glow, however, and those same surfaces come alive. Suddenly they’re not just storage, but a stage for books, art and objects that deserve to be seen. Thoughtful lighting design creates ambience, draws attention…