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Construction restarts on $2.1B Portland water plant

Construction Dive

Daily Dive M-F Tech Weekly Every Wednesday Infrastructure Weekly Every Tuesday Labor & Safety Weekly Every Thursday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. However, the hearing officer disagreed with their interpretation and reapproved the earlier land use approval.

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Contractors back New York’s Scaffold Law update

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Daily Dive M-F Tech Weekly Every Wednesday Infrastructure Weekly Every Tuesday Labor & Safety Weekly Every Thursday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Elmendorf claimed the Scaffold Law added more than $200 million to the budget of the Mario Cuomo Bridge project.

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The Complete Guide to Real Estate Construction Management

UK Construction Blog

Builders are also using prefabricated methods to save time and reduce waste. With rising costs, labor shortages, and stricter rules, good construction management is key to finishing real estate projects on time and on budget. This service is useful for property developers, investors, and construction project managers.

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Navigating the Wave of Global Climate Risk Regulations Part 2: How to Turn Compliance into Competitive Advantage

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A rapidly evolving wave of global climate regulation is inspiring—and requiring—corporate action. Check out our Part 1 for a quick primer on these regulations and what they may mean for your company, then dive in to our recommended approach. KNOW WHICH REGULATIONS AFFECT YOU? JUST GETTING STARTED? BEGIN HERE! START HERE!

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The Role of Accurate Planning in Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

This involves assessing the lands suitability for construction, identifying any legal restrictions, and understanding the surrounding infrastructure. Land surveys are an essential component of this phase. Professionals like land surveyors play a pivotal role in providing the data and insights needed to create effective plans.

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Building Smarter: The Role of Modern Architecture in the Future of UK Construction

UK Construction Blog

By adopting BIM and working closely with developers, structural engineers, and sustainability consultants, they ensure that projects are delivered not only on time and within budget but with design intent fully preserved. They must navigate site constraints, heritage considerations, and dense regulations.

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Power Plays: Why Energy Availability, Pricing, Grid Readiness Now Drive Corporate Site Selection

Business Facilities

Photo: Adobe Stock / yelantsevv) From Operating Cost To Strategic Risk Variable Historically, power costs were treated as a line item in operating budgets. For CRE leaders navigating expansion or relocation, understanding the energy landscape has become essential.