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Engineer and CNA Dispute Claim Over Dual 2014 Bridge Failures

Stewart Engineering is seeking the maximum payout from the insurer

Scott Van Voorhis

December 13, 2016

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A lawsuit filed last year over coverage limits remains unresolved.

Risk Management

Designers Face Fatal Pedestrian Bridge Collapse Fallout

Engineer contests possible license suspension over Wake Technical Community College bridge errors

Scott Judy

December 7, 2016

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Engineering board proposes penalties while worker's family sues architect.

Jeff Rubenstone

Alisa Zevin

November 30, 2016

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A crane accident on a multistory residential project in New York City left two men dead on November 22.

Risk Management

Annual Work Zone Fatalities Swing Upward

A data visualization shows the dangers of the accidents to motorists

Erin Richey

November 29, 2016

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ENR infographic show the trends in work-zone crashes.

Odebrecht Brightens Night-Time Work Zone Safety Picture

The contractor outfits workers on big Florida project with new light-emitting gear

Scott Van Voorhis

November 16, 2016

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More than 40 workers don light-emitting hard hat rings on SR 836 outside Miami.

NJ Transit New Chief Grilled on System-Wide Safety and Maintenance

Stephen Santoro promises 'immediate steps' to fix post-Hoboken crash issues

James T. Parsons

November 8, 2016

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Stephen Santoro promises 'immediate steps' to fix post-Hoboken crash issues

Roof Overload Seen as Likely Cause in Fatal Israel Garage Collapse

Police won't confirm as probe continues in Sept. 5 accident that killed six workers.

Neal Sandler

November 2, 2016

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Police won't confirm as probe continues in Sept. 5 accident that killed six workers.

Pam Hunter McFarland

November 2, 2016

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At least one construction industry group is pleased that the Dept. of Labor has issued new guidance on complying with its new injury and illness record-keeping rule’s anti-retaliation provisions that relate to drug testing.

Belt Clip Tracks Workers, Logs Safety Incidents to the Cloud

Jeff Rubenstone

November 2, 2016

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Managing jobsites with dozens or hundreds of workers can be a headache for site supervisors, and getting workers to report every small injury or safety incident is a challenge for safety managers.

Safety and Health

Construction Nonfatal Injury Rate Dips in 2015

Industry's rate declines to 3.5 per 100 workers, from 2014's 3.6

Tom Ichniowski

October 29, 2016

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Labor Dept. report also shows that the number of construction jobsite illnesses and injuries rose 1.9% in 2015.

Chicago Contractor Charged in $325K Amtrak Bribery Scheme

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

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

Fired NLRB Member Pushes for Reinstatement

Nevada Lithium Mine Secures Funding to Begin Construction

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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.