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Workforce Dispute

Terminated Nuke Project Workers Seek New Ruling in Pay Suit Against Fluor

November 2, 2021

Appellate court is set to decide whether workers at abandoned VC Summer project in South Carolina are entitled to compensation for no notice of layoff.

Global Best Projects Awards

Finalists Selected for ENR's Global Project of the Year

Scott Blair

November 1, 2021

Large-scale infrastructure projects highlighted for providing growth opportunities.

Best Projects

Annual Contest Remains Strong During a Pandemic Year

New award category emphasizes importance of sustainability in both design and construction

Louise Poirier

October 29, 2021

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A total of 84 projects vied for honors in ENR Southwest’s 2021 Best Projects competition across Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico.

Welcome Back, Construction Crew. Here Are Your New Safety Monitoring Devices.

Through contacts with Silicon Valley firms, Volpatt Construction is embracing a major technology upgrade. Is it a sign of industry-wide changes?

Richard Korman Bruce Buckley

Jonathan Barnes

October 27, 2021

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Through contacts with Silicon Valley firms, Volpatt Construction is embracing a major technology upgrade. Is it a sign of industry-wide changes?

Technology First Read

Digital Twins for the Construction Life Cycle Go Beyond the Finished Project

A 3D digital twin, with reality capture, is for the contractor as much as the owner or facility manager

Simon Bae

October 7, 2021

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Digital twins are often touted because of their use for owners and facilities managers, but what about a digital twin for contractors that documents the ever-changing work site?

Technology

Dodge Data and Analytics, Blue Book Network Combine as Dodge Construction Network

Two companies that merged in April have been working on uniting product, contractor databases

Jeff Yoders

October 5, 2021

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Combined brand offers contractor database of Dodge Data and Analytics with subcontractor contacts of the Blue Book Network.

Video Exclusive: XL Construction Announces Management Changes

Erica Berardi

September 30, 2021

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XL Construction announces that Eric Raff, co-founder and CEO, will step down as CEO and Richard Walker, president, will succeed him as chief executive in January.

Technology

Procore Buys Levelset for $500M, Promises Payments and Lien Management Upgrades

Largest acquisition ever for the construction management platform comes months after IPO

Jeff Yoders

September 29, 2021

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Acquisition of construction payments and lien rights management technology provider is its largest ever and comes months after its $635-million IPO.

Government

US Announces Revised Vaccine Mandate Rules for Federal Contractors

Agencies now must include vaccination requirements in contracts by Nov. 14

September 24, 2021

Industry reacts to new details released on vaccination requirements to be included in contracts by Nov. 14, with non-exempt contractor employees in offices, jobsites and remote fully vaccinated by Dec. 8.

Water & Dams

Project Team Modernizes Historic Springfield, Mass., Dam

Constrained space on the $3.6-million Watershops Pond Dam overhaul challenges GZA and its team

Scott Van Voorhis

September 24, 2021

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Work recently started on a $3.6-million overhaul and modernization of the Watershops Pond Dam in Springfield, Mass.

Chicago Contractor Charged in $325K Amtrak Bribery Scheme

Wood Group Financial Review Uncovers 'Cultural Failings' in Projects Business

Federal Judge Upholds New York City Building Natural Gas Restriction

NJ Energy Firm Partners With UAE on Planned $25B Investment in Power for US Data Centers

Kiewit to Build Record 4.5-GW Gas Power Plant for Pa. Data Center Complex

Industry Jobs

Events

April 16, 2025

5 Proven Strategies to Mitigate Risk and Keep Data Center Construction on Track

Data center construction comes with tight deadlines and little room for error. Between supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and unexpected risks, staying on schedule and on budget requires a proactive approach. We'll break down five proven strategies that top data center teams use to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate.

Unlocking Hidden Insights: The Power of Data, Reporting & AI in Construction

In today’s fast-paced, heavy civil construction industry, the ability to collect, analyze, and act on data is more critical than ever. Join us for an exclusive webinar exploring how contractors can leverage data, reporting, and emerging AI tools to drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and stay ahead of the competition.