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Safety Enforcement

OSHA Cites Colorado Contractor in Fatal Trench Collapse

November 2021 incident killed one worker and seriously injured two others

May 24, 2022

A Vail, Colo.-based contractor faces nearly $450,000 in federal penalties for a November 2021 trench collapse that fatally injured one worker and nearly cost the lives of two others.

Development

Boston Developers Praise City's First Planning Czar

Arthur Jemison also takes over the embattled Boston Planning and Development Agency

Scott Van Voorhis

May 24, 2022

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Arthur Jemison, Boston's first chief of planning, is also taking the reins of the Boston Planning and Development Agency.

Transportation

Planned Streetcar Line Drives New Development in Omaha

Mutual of Omaha plans new $600-million headquarters along route

Annemarie Mannion

May 23, 2022

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A key element convincing Mutual of Omaha to build its new headquarters in Omaha is a planned streetcar line for the city's downtown.

Energy Construction

COVID-19 Pushes Out Giant UK Nuclear Power Plant Finish to 2027

Peter Reina

May 23, 2022

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French developer says Hinkley Point C project cost also is set to rise to as much as $27.4 billion.

Legal

Court Allows Lafarge Case to Continue Over Alleged Islamic State Payments

James Leggate

May 23, 2022

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Lafarge faces charges of complicity in crimes against humanity tied to a Syria cement plant and alleged payments to armed groups.

Transportation

World's Longest Monorail Line Takes Shape in Egypt

Peter Reina

May 23, 2022

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Two monorail lines will connect about 62 miles east and west of Cairo to the Egyptian capital.

Waste Remediation

Jacobs Faces $3B Damage Liability in Coal-Ash Worker Suits, Court Says

Mary B. Powers

Debra K. Rubin

May 20, 2022

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Firm's status as former TVA contractor extends no immunity for claimed illnesses caused by site cleanup work, judge said; Jacobs also announces new cleanup support contract at Japan's damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant

Infrastructure Act

DOE Advances $3.5B for Atmospheric CO2 Removal Projects

Agency plans to fund four 'direct air capture' hubs

James Leggate

May 20, 2022

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Funds are set to spur creation of four U.S. hubs to remove carbon dioxide directly from ambient air, but some advocates question their efficiency.

Workforce and Leadership

Women Cite Infrastructure Law, Energy Transition as Key Career Growth Catalysts

May 19, 2022

To boost women's career tracks as industry sectors grow and change, attendees shared creative approaches at ENR's Groundbreaking Women in Construction live conference, held earlier this month.

Workforce and Leadership

Women Cite Infrastructure Law, Energy Transition as Key Career Growth Catalysts

May 19, 2022

To boost women's career tracks as industry sectors grow and change, attendees shared creative approaches at ENR's Groundbreaking Women in Construction live conference, held earlier this month.

Judge Halts Construction on Denver Water's $531M Gross Dam Expansion

Microsoft Hits Pause Button on $1B in Data Centers in Ohio

ENR 2025 Top Owners Review: Tariff ‘Golden Age’ Stuns Construction Market

CCA Construction, in Bankruptcy Proceedings, Loses Appeal of $1.6B Baha Mar Verdict

Rendering of proposed Alaska LNG project, shown next to a body of water with ice capped mountains in the background

Developer Glenfarne Buys Most of Alaska LNG Project Estimated at $44B

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.