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Orange County Transportation Authority Named as ENR California Owner of the Year

March 7, 2019

The agency started construction last year on the $1.9-billion Interstate 405 Improvements project, one of California's largest highway contracts.

Federal Infrastructure

Trump Issues New 'Buy American' Directive for Infrastructure Projects

FHWA is assessing directive's impact on federal-aid highway program

Tom Ichniowski

January 31, 2019

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Executive order aims to expand domestic-preference program to more types of construction materials.

Shutdown's Impact Severe for Transit, Slight for Highways

Tom Ichniowski

January 23, 2019

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As the partial federal shutdown neared the one-month mark, Oklahoma's and New Mexico's departments of transportation delayed lettings for some highway projects, citing uncertainty over federal funding as a reason for the decision.

Federal Shutdown

Two State DOTs Delay Highway Bid Lettings, Citing Federal Funding Issues

Tom Ichniowski

January 17, 2019

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Thanks to Trust Fund, highway dollars are available, but a stopgap CR could put newly committed obligations at risk.

Shutdown Spares Some Construction Programs, But Highway Concerns Arise

Tom Ichniowski

January 9, 2019

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The partial shutdown of the federal government is starting to affect some federal construction programs—such as those at the Federal Transit Administration—but other major infrastructure accounts have full 2019 funding and aren't harmed.

Federal Spending

Shutdown Affects Some, But Not All, Infrastructure Programs

Tom Ichniowski

January 3, 2019

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UPDATE: House, now under Democrats' control, passes bills to end shutdown, but White House issues veto threat.

Alaskan Way Viaduct Closure Jan. 11 Marks Three-Week Switch to Tunnel

Tim Newcomb

December 26, 2018

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More than 90,000 vehicles traveling the viaduct each day will need to scatter to limited options.

The American Infrastructure

Study Calls for Major Program to Rebuild Interstate Highway System

Report recommends boost in federal motor-fuels tax

Tom Ichniowski

December 6, 2018

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National Academies' report proposes hiking federal and state capital spending by $20 billion to $45 billion per year.

ENR Midwest’s 2018 Best Projects

Excellence in Safety: Trunk Highway 53 Relocation

November 20, 2018

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The new 3.2-mile Route 53 includes Minnesota’s tallest bridge that's 200 ft above an inactive mine pit used for drinking water.

ENR Mountain States 2018 Best Projects

Small Project (Under $10 Million): Best Project: Centennial Boulevard Reconstruction - Garden of the Gods Road to Fillmore Street

October 19, 2018

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In this much-needed project, seven lane-miles of heavily traveled Centennial Boulevard in Colorado Springs were fully reconstructed to correct road grades, improve drainage and provide a base for future maintenance.

UPDATE Sinkholes Close Key NJ Interstate-80 As Officials Seek Solutions, Funding

AECOM-HNTB Team Wins $186M Contract to Manage NYC Second Avenue Subway Extension

California Unveils ‘High-Impact’ Blueprint to Promote Heat Pumps

Federal Judge Upholds New York City Building Natural Gas Restriction

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

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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.