Tag: Construction
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Construction economists say they trust revised jobs data
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. President Donald Trump’s recent firing of a Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner over July’s federal jobs report cast nationwide attention on the practice of monthly revisions to the data. Trump took issue with the Aug. 1 report’s…
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Circular construction: putting theory into practice
Adopting circular economy principles means changing mindsets and ways of working, but it needn’t be difficult, writes Mott MacDonald’s Tom McDonald. Using concepts, such as designing for disassembly and modular construction, offer opportunities for innovation in the construction sector and encourage designers to think differently about their work, leading to more sustainable and efficient building…
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What Makes a Construction Area Accident-Prone
Construction work is dangerous, and the hazards that come with it are not limited to just one task or role. They’re layered, unpredictable, and in many cases, avoidable if things are done right. Augusta is a city that’s constantly developing with new homes, commercial spaces, and roadworks. All that growth means a lot of active…
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Chris Hall Named EVP of Ops at T&T Construction Management
T&T Construction Management Group, Inc., a woman-owned premier concrete specialty contractor, is pleased to welcome Chris Hall as the company’s new Executive Vice President of Operations. Hall brings more than 25 years of experience in operations, senior-level project management, and design-build projects in the AEC industry. He directly works with Rebecca Thomas, Chief Executive Officer…
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Duane Morris Adds Construction Litigator Jeffrey Charkow
Jeffrey B. Charkow has joined Duane Morris LLP as a partner in the firm’s Trial Practice Group in its Chicago office. Prior to joining Duane Morris, Charkow was a partner at Harris Winick Harris LLP. “Our pursuit of top legal talent is an ongoing priority, and we are seeing terrific momentum across our global platform,…
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How AI can be used in construction bidding, negotiation
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Brian Kassalen is a principal and the construction industry leader with Baker Tilly, a Chicago-based advisory, tax and assurance firm. Opinions are the author’s own. As inflation, labor and tariffs continue to pressure the construction industry, contractors…
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The Importance of AI-Powered Platforms for Construction Fleets in 2025
The landscape for construction equipment vehicle fleet companies in 2025 is marked by a maelstrom of escalating costs, forcing fleet and operations managers in construction to confront unprecedented challenges in maintaining profitability and operational efficiency. Acquisition and leasing costs for heavy equipment and vocational trucks are projected to soar by 10-15%, mirroring a similar jump…
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Is allyship important in construction?
CM People examines the need to make everyone feel included at work and the potential benefits that come with treating allyship as a skill. Hold up all the fingers on both of your hands and put one down each time one of the following statements applies to you: You’ve ever hesitated to disclose your partner’s…
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Dodge Construction Network Reports 16% Jump in June Construction Starts
Total construction starts increased 16% in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.33 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network. The growth was led by a 39% surge in nonresidential building starts, while residential starts declined 1% and nonbuilding starts rose 2%. “Construction starts saw solid growth in June, alongside particular strength in manufacturing…
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Construction Dive’s July 2025 economic roundup
A surge in data center projects steadied activity to kick off summer, but material costs and policy swings caused developers to pull back on many jobsites, according to the latest economic reports. Backlog ticked up on the strength of data center contracts, while early-stage planning activity climbed again in June. Total construction starts also jumped…