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UPDATE: Fla. Governor Closes Leaking Phosphate Waste Site, $15.4M for Emergency Cleanup

April 13, 2021

Legislature will earmark $100M to start closure, a project one legislator estimated could cost double that; crews are removing more than 35 million gallons of contaminated liquid per day from the pond

UPDATE: Biden Administration Will Review Dakota Access Pipeline Operation

Mary B. Powers

Debra K. Rubin

February 8, 2021

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Court extends to April 9 project status update after appellate judges uphold order for new Corps scrutiny of water crossing permit, but allow pipe to pump oil; new battle lines emerge over line's future

Maj. Gen. 'Bo' Temple, Who Primed Army Corps for Big Jobs, Dies at 67

Debra K. Rubin

November 10, 2020

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Former Corps leader led a major agency 'transformation' to tackle an estimated $73-billion global military building expansion launched more than a decade ago.

ENR FutureTech Digs Deep Into Construction Data in Action

Conference focuses on the ways contractors, designers and owners use their data

October 15, 2020

Efficiencies in design, construction and building use are being unlocked thanks to analysis and proactive changes informed by construction data. Even 3D printing for a NASA project on structures on Mars is on the table.

Federal Contracting

Construction Firm's Ex-CEO Faces Fraud Charges on Corps, NAVFAC Contracts

Tom Ichniowski

October 14, 2020

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The defendant is Micheline Pollock, who was CEO of construction company Dover Vantage.

Private Border Wall Fund Fraud Indictment Cites Unnamed Building Contractor Involved

Mary B. Powers

August 20, 2020

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Ex-Trump advisor Steve Bannon and partners are indicted for alleged tapping of $25-million We Build the Wall fund for personal use; donations paid for barriers in N.M. and Texas

Corps Issues Favorable EIS for Controversial Alaska Mine

Pam Radtke Russell

Mary B. Powers

July 24, 2020

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If a favorable record of decision is issued for the Pebble project, developers say it will take two to three more years to obtain necessary state permits.

Infrastructure Leaders

Spellmon Is Confirmed as Army Corps Next Chief

Tom Ichniowski

July 21, 2020

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Current head of Corps' civil works and emergency programs will succeed Semonite as agency's commander.

Water Infrastructure

House Committee Approves New WRDA Bill

Tom Ichniowski

July 15, 2020

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Rare example of bipartisan legislation includes about $8.6 billion in federal funds for 34 new Corps projects.

US Reaches $68 Million Settlement of Korea Base Construction Fraud

Debra K. Rubin

June 17, 2020

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South Korea's SK Engineering and Construction bribed officials, then obstructed probe linked to contracts for $11 billion U.S. base south of Seoul, says Justice Dept.

White House Order Shifts Bulk of Emergency Response from FEMA to States

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

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

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AECOM Seeks Tens of Millions in Interest From ExxonMobil After Refinery Verdict

Obituary: Russ Burns, Clayco Chairman and Former CEO, 65, Led at Right Time

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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.