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Nine Confirmed Dead, Many Still Missing in South Florida Condominium Collapse

June 24, 2021

Rescuers continue victim search at Champlain Towers site as investigators seek a cause for partial collapse of 12-story building in Surfside, Fla.

PAE Living Building Team Perseveres Through Pandemic and Unwelcome Outside Forces

Nadine M. Post

June 23, 2021

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A September opening is in sight for the PAE office building in Portland, Ore., which, though only five stories, is taking sustainability and earthquake resilience to new heights.

Florida Engineers Gain Liability Protection in Storm Damage Inspection

Stephanie Loder

June 17, 2021

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New law, which takes effect July 1, also extends to other practitioners and first responders in the state

Massachusetts General Hospital Proposes Boston's Latest Mega Project

The $1.9 billion would add more than a million square feet to MGH's Boston campus

Scott Van Voorhis

June 16, 2021

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Massachusetts General Hospital is pushing ahead with a $1.9 billion addition to its Boston campus.

Hits Keep Coming to Boston's Fenway Neighborhood

A series of projects are set to transform the once dingy streets around the home of the Boston Red Sox

Scott Van Voorhis

June 15, 2021

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With the Fenway Center tower and many more projects, the Fenway neighborhood of Boston is one of the epicenters of the city's current development boom.

Workforce

N.J. Shuts Down Contractor Over Labor Violations at Two Sites

Stephanie Loder

June 8, 2021

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Firm, which owes $300K, is first business to have all operations halted over labor practices; immigrant workers sue project owner claiming wage theft and other alleged abuses

Research

Steel Diaphragm Innovation Initiative Improves Seismic Design Tools

Researchers pave the way for future explorations that could speed up construction of steel frames

Nadine M. Post

June 7, 2021

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Unprecedented collaborative research on the seismic performance of steel floor and roof diaphragms has improved design methods and relevant standards used throughout the U.S. for steel structures.

City Facing Over $5M in Street, Utility Repairs Around New Orleans Hard Rock Site

Autumn Cafiero Giusti

June 1, 2021

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The City of New Orleans is facing a multimillion-dollar series of infrastructure repairs to fix damages that resulted from the fatal collapse of the hotel and its subsequent demolition.

Biden Administration

Biden Fiscal 2022 Budget Boosts Many Construction Programs

Tom Ichniowski

May 28, 2021

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Major exception is Corps of Engineers' civil works, which would face a cut.

Massachusetts Launches Climate Change Tool

Scott Van Voorhis

May 26, 2021

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Massachusetts environmental officials have launched a new online climate change planning tool.

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

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

Britain Approves $13B Lower Thames Crossing Project

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.