New Research Aims to Elevate Tunneling Success John Gregerson September 26, 2018 No Comments Researchers push to introduce artificial intelligence and other high-tech features to maximize performance of tunnel-boring machinesRead More
Creating Offsite-Prefab Sites Is a Complex Process Jim Parsons September 26, 2018 No Comments Contractors must consider an array of issues in designing and outfitting prefabrication sites that are both cost effective and efficientRead More
Construction Lawsuits Court Upholds Verdict Ordering $109M Payout By ConAgra to Jacobs Appeals court judges say Jacobs was indemnified and had no role in 2009 explosion Richard Korman September 18, 2018 One Comment What is unusual is that Jacobs didn't work at project on the day of fatal blast.Read More
Water Infrastructure House Passes Water Resources Bill With $3.7B for New Corps Projects Expected Senate vote would be final congressional action for measure Tom Ichniowski September 14, 2018 No Comments Legislation also authorizes $4.4-billion over three years for drinking-water state revolving funds.Read More
What Data Reveals About the Construction Technology Ecosystem Tom Sawyer September 12, 2018 No Comments The global management consulting firm McKinsey & Co. has released a new study of 2,400 construction technology providers serving the entire life cycle of the industry.Read More
Engineering, Construction Corporate Boards Are Missing the Mark Jim Parsons August 29, 2018 No Comments Industry study says lack of diversity, board-member prep and attention to strategy are cramping the effectiveness of industry boardsRead More
Viewpoint: The Continuing Rise of Women in Construction Ciara Seger August 29, 2018 No Comments More AEC firms are realizing the multiple benefits of diversity and have increased their recruiting and promotion of women into leadership rolesRead More
Montreal Bridge Span Sprints Toward Completion Scott Van Voorhis August 29, 2018 No Comments Public-private team under pressure to finish New Champlain bridge by Dec. 21Read More
Denver Apartment Project Pushes Limits of Prefab Jim Parsons July 25, 2018 4 Comments Schedule expedited by collaborative planning of key modules and offsite prefabrication of load-bearing wallsRead More
Strategically Reducing Risks in Contracts Raises Chances for Project Success John Gregerson July 25, 2018 No Comments Careful consideration of construction contracts, insurance policies and project administration can lead to more positive outcomesRead More