Articles by Justin Rice

Trapped Construction Worker Rescued From Bridge Pier In Union County, Pa.

May 2, 2017

Emergency responders spent approximately one hour on May 1 freeing a construction worker who was trapped between rebar on a bridge pier in Union County, Pennsylvania.

ENR MidAtlantic Releases Preliminary Top Design Firm Rankings

Final rankings to appear in the June 19 issue of ENR MidAtlantic

Justin Rice

April 26, 2017

The June 19 issue of ENR MidAtlantic will feature the annual rankings of the region’s Top Designer Firms.

Five-Alarm Blaze at College Park, Md. Construction Site Leaves $39-Million in Damages

Seven-story mixed-use development was slated to be completed by July

Justin Rice

April 25, 2017

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More than 200 emergency responders battled a large fire at a construction site in College Park, Md. on Monday. Causing approximately $39 million in damages, the fire at the wood-framed apartment complex is the largest “suppression effort and the highest fire loss estimate” in the history of the Prince George County, according to fire department officials.

Power Plants, Hospitals Drive ENR MidAtlantic Top Starts

But an uncertain future surrounding federal contracts remains a cause for concern

Justin Rice

April 11, 2017

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Whether it's a university seeking to attract a prospective students, a suburban hospital aiming to draw more patients or a corporation recruiting employees, MidAtlantic owners are keeping the region's construction and renovation market active.

D.C.-Based Developer Focuses on Historic Preservation

Douglas Development Corp. has made a name for itself investing in preservation and redevelopment in Washington D.C. neighborhoods

Justin Rice

April 11, 2017

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As business associates see it, Washington, D.C.-based developer Douglas Jemal deserves as much credit as anyone for helping to preserve the District of Columbia’s cityscape.

Feds Approve New Cost Structure For Delayed Boston Light Rail Extension

Contracts to complete the $2.3-billion project will be awarded in the fall

Justin Rice

April 4, 2017

The $2.3-billion MBTA light rail extension is slated to open by the end of 2021.

ENR New England selects Top Young Professionals for 2017

All nine winners excel in industry work, community service and leadership

Justin Rice

March 24, 2017

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It is once again time to announce ENR New England’s class of Top Young Professionals for 2017.

Debra K. Rubin

Justin Rice

March 15, 2017

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AECOM elevates Praylo to COO of construction services

Fractured Delaware River Bridge Opens Ahead of Schedule

Permanent splice on 1.25-mile bridge completed about a month ahead of the estimated schedule

Justin Rice

March 10, 2017

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A permanent splice on the fractured Delaware River Bridge was completed about a month ahead of the estimated schedule.

Construction Risk Management

Higher Manslaughter Penalties Sought Against Employers

Massachusetts has one of the lowest fines when fatalities bring criminal charges

Justin Rice

March 8, 2017

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Manslaughter charges against a Boston drain company are reinvigorating efforts to increase penalties for firms convicted of manslaughter in Massachusetts.

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.

Articles by Justin Rice

Trapped Construction Worker Rescued From Bridge Pier In Union County, Pa.

ENR MidAtlantic Releases Preliminary Top Design Firm Rankings

Five-Alarm Blaze at College Park, Md. Construction Site Leaves $39-Million in Damages

Power Plants, Hospitals Drive ENR MidAtlantic Top Starts

D.C.-Based Developer Focuses on Historic Preservation

Feds Approve New Cost Structure For Delayed Boston Light Rail Extension

ENR New England selects Top Young Professionals for 2017

C-Suite Changes for Fluor and Arcadis in Challenging Times

Fractured Delaware River Bridge Opens Ahead of Schedule

Higher Manslaughter Penalties Sought Against Employers

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