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Construction Accidents

OSHA Investigation Slams FIGG for FIU Bridge Collapse

The bridge designer adamantly disputes OSHA’s findings as 'factually inaccurate'

Scott Judy

June 12, 2019

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The report from OSHA's Directorate of Construction lays out a detailed account of the project team's pre-collapse actions.

Corps Physical Training Facility at the Virginia Military Institute

WSP USA Finds Success By Taking Local Approach

Jim Parsons

June 11, 2019

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Global firm taps ground-level knowledge and world resources to build its regional presence

LJA Engineering Keeps Its Sights Set on Growth

Louise Poirier

June 3, 2019

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Dedication to employees and clients delivers success for ENR Texas & Louisiana’s 2019 Design Firm of the Year.

Wind Engineering Giant Peterka Dies at Age 77

Nadine M. Post

May 28, 2019

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Wind engineering pioneer Jon A. Peterka died May 21 in Fort Collins, Colo. He was five days shy of his 78^th birthday.

Unfriendly Skies

Kenya Feuds With Chinese Contractor Over Cancelled Terminal Job

Greenfield Terminal contract was awarded in violation of RFP terms, Kenya Airports Authority claims.

Shem Oirere

May 24, 2019

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Airport authority seeks to recover $42 million in advance payments.

Louise Poirier

May 3, 2019

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ENR Texas & Louisiana has selected Houston-based LJA Engineering as its 2019 Design Firm of the Year. Final placements on ENR Texas & Louisiana’s Top Design Firms ranking will be published in June.

Design and Philosophy

Approach Slabs for Bridge Approach Slabs

In bridge design, as in life

Brian Brenner

April 22, 2019

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If you need a transition at the end of the bridge, won't you also need one at the end of the approach slab?

Louisiana Picks Contractor for Second River Diversion Project

Louise Poirier

April 17, 2019

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The second of two major sediment diversion projects in Plaquemines Parish, La., is closer to construction following the naming of a contractor to build the $700-million structure that will use mud from the bottom of the Mississippi River to help rebuild the state’s disappearing wetlands.

Still Time to Submit For Midwest's Top Design Firms

Jeff Yoders

March 15, 2019

Still time to enter ENR Midwest's Top Design Firms!

Bankruptcies

Prior to Tragic Bridge Collapse, Contractor MCM Piled Up Losses

Scott Judy

March 14, 2019

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The contractor leading construction of the FIU pedestrian bridge was facing business challenges when the tragedy happened last March.

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

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

Federal Judge Upholds New York City Building Natural Gas Restriction

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.