Tag: Job
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Lane Construction picks up $238M highway job in Florida
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Highway constructionValue: $238 millionLocation: Marion County, FloridaClient: Florida DOT Lane Construction is hitting the fast lane in Florida this summer, securing a contract to upgrade a key stretch of Interstate 75 and boost transportation efficiency across North Central…
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Mastering the Mobile Workshop: How to Optimize Job Site Setup
In today’s fast-paced construction and trade environments, mobility and efficiency are essential. Whether you’re a contractor, technician, or independent tradesperson, having a well-organized mobile workshop can dramatically improve productivity and reduce downtime. A job site setup that prioritizes accessibility, safety, and adaptability allows professionals to respond quickly to challenges and maintain high standards of work.…
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HDR, Jacobs JV ties down $166M NYC rail job
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Light rail line designValue: $166 million contract, total project cost $5.5 billionLocation: New York CityClient: Metropolitan Transportation Authority The $5.5 billion Interborough Express, a planned 14-mile light rail line linking the Brooklyn and Queens boroughs of…
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Construction Job Openings Rise in June, But Hiring Stays Sluggish
Contractors had 246,000 open positions to fill at the end of June, according to new data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, analyzed by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). While that’s an increase of 14,000 openings from May, it’s still 39,000 fewer than at the same time last year. While open positions are…
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Choosing the Right PPE for Construction: Gloves and Eyewear That Match the Job
In the construction industry, personal protective equipment (PPE) is more than a regulatory checkbox — it’s a critical part of staying safe on the job. But not all PPE is created equal, and not every glove or pair of safety glasses will suit every task. Selecting the right protection means understanding the specific hazards of…
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Turner-Wohlsen JV wins $6B Pennsylvania data center job
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: CoreWeave Pennsylvania data centerValue: $6 billionLocation: Lancaster, PennsylvaniaClient: CoreWeave A joint venture of New York City-based Turner Construction and Wohlsen Construction of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, has won a blockbuster data center project amid a surge of artificial intelligence-related…
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Gilbane to develop $1B affordable housing job
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Calvert Square and Young Terrace redevelopmentValue: $1 billionLocation: Norfolk, VirginiaClient: City of Norfolk, Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority Providence, Rhode Island-based Gilbane Development Co. has snared the lead development role for the $1 billion Calvert Square…
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Job spotlight: apprentice plumber, L&Q
Alfie Green explains how the experience gained during his apprenticeship has been a major confidence booster. Why did you choose your apprenticeship? Before college, I went to a plumbing induction day that really inspired me. I signed up for the Level 1 diploma afterwards and soon realised it was the right fit. Plumbers are always…
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FlatironDragados, Herzog JV to start $414M Virginia rail job
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. A FlatironDragados and Herzog team is set to break ground this month on the $414 million Franconia-Springfield Bypass, per a July 17 release from Broomfield, Colorado-based FlatironDragados. The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority’s project will allow passenger and…
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Why Every Job Site Needs a Reliable Dumpster Partner
Here in the construction industry, many say that success can be achieved by having strong project management, skilled labor, high-quality materials, and by sticking to deadlines. But there’s one unseen element in the blueprint—one that shapes more than walls and profoundly impacts job site efficiency, safety, and profitability: a reliable dumpster rental partner. While it…