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SOM-Selldorf Picked for Latest Hirshhorn Museum Upgrade

November 4, 2022

The Smithsonian museum on the National Mall in Washington, originally designed by SOM in the 1970s, is undergoing a three-stage upgrade and expansion as visitor numbers grow.

Construction Workforce

Signs of Tight Labor Market as Construction Industry Adds Only 1,000 Jobs in October

Tom Ichniowski

November 4, 2022

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Gains in buildings construction slightly exceed losses among specialty trade contractors.

Bridges

DOT, Flatiron-Dragados Resolve Corpus Christi Bridge Design Issue

Additional safety concerns are expected to be addressed

James Leggate

November 3, 2022

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Work on the bridge towers remains suspended, but the contractor will begin remobilizing cranes this month with officials anticipating full dispute resolution.

Government

Watchdog Accuses Architect of the Capitol of Ethics Violations

James Leggate

November 3, 2022

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Inspector General report found J. Brett Blanton and his family misused government vehicles, driving them on errands and vacations unrelated to his work.

Construction Diversity

Will High Court Alter Affirmative Action in University Admissions?

Big companies, tech firms, STEM schools support race component to insure needed workforce diversity and skills; 18 state opponents and conservative court majority pose challenge

Mary B. Powers

Debra K. Rubin

November 1, 2022

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Manufacturers, tech firms and other businesses, and STEM schools, support race component to insure workforce diversity and employee skills, but 18 state opponents and conservative court majority challenge

Legal

New Jersey Contractor Pays $400K to Settle False DBE Credit

James Leggate

November 1, 2022

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C. Abbonizio Contractors Inc. and its president agreed to settlement resolving alleged disadvantaged business enterprise subcontract claim on a state highway project.

Workforce

Effort Launched to Add 1 Million US Tradeswomen in Decade

Doug Puppel

Debra K. Rubin

November 1, 2022

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U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and others tell construction attendees at record turnout for Tradeswomen Build Nations conference that investment in women is critical to U.S. competitiveness.

Federal Funds

US DOT Selects Winners of $703M in Port Infrastructure Grants

Tom Ichniowski

October 28, 2022

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Alaska wins the most funds, while California gets the most grants.

Natural Disasters

Decade After Superstorm Sandy, NYC Region Still Builds Up Resilience

James Leggate

October 28, 2022

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New York City has spent about 75% of its Sandy recovery funds, but officials say they will need more to protect against future regional impacts from storms and sea level rise.

Water

Michigan AG Appeals Dismissal of Flint Charges Against Officials

Prosecution team argues 'valid warrants' despite state Supreme Court's decision to dismiss charges against defendants

Jeff Yoders

October 28, 2022

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Michigan Solicitor General's Flint prosecution team is appealing a judge's decision to dismiss criminal charges against state officials accused of neglect leading to the Flint water crisis.

Enhancing Collaboration and Surpassing Traditional Design-Build Methods with Progressive Design-Build

Earn: 1 PDH; 1 AIA LU/Elective; 0.1 IACET CEU

Progressive Design-Build is reshaping large infrastructure projects by addressing key issues with the traditional Design-Build approach. We'll explore how PDB fosters collaboration between owners, design-builders, and design teams to develop a well-defined scope and budget, plus minimizes cost overruns and reduces liability claims.

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SOM-Selldorf Picked for Latest Hirshhorn Museum Upgrade

Signs of Tight Labor Market as Construction Industry Adds Only 1,000 Jobs in October

DOT, Flatiron-Dragados Resolve Corpus Christi Bridge Design Issue

Watchdog Accuses Architect of the Capitol of Ethics Violations

Will High Court Alter Affirmative Action in University Admissions?

New Jersey Contractor Pays $400K to Settle False DBE Credit

Effort Launched to Add 1 Million US Tradeswomen in Decade

US DOT Selects Winners of $703M in Port Infrastructure Grants

Decade After Superstorm Sandy, NYC Region Still Builds Up Resilience

Michigan AG Appeals Dismissal of Flint Charges Against Officials

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