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Boeing taps Jacobs for $1.8B St. Louis campus expansion

Construction Dive

Courtesy of Jacobs Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Award: Campus expansion Value: Contract value undisclosed, overall campus project $1.8 million-square-foot build-out. While Jacobs did not disclose contract terms, the St. Please let us know if you have feedback. billion Location: St.

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Understanding Your Legal Responsibilities for Working at Height in the UK

UK Construction Blog

Whether it’s accessing rooftops, maintaining building façades, or installing equipment, the risks are significant – and so are the legal responsibilities. If you’re an employer, contractor, facilities manager, or building owner, it’s essential to understand what the law expects of you. Key Duties Under the Law 1.

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Rehabilitation Extends Life, Restores Historical Aspects of Minneapolis’ Third Avenue Bridge

Civil + Structural Engineer

More recently, a Minnesota Department of Transportation assessment of the state’s historic bridges resulted in the Third Avenue Bridge being included among 24 bridges selected for long-term preservation under MnDOT’s Statewide Historic Bridge Management Plan. The first phase of the contract simply aimed to identify the scope of work needed.

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How to Choose the Right Home Builders for Your Project

UK Construction Blog

Building practices and codes differ between countries, and its important to understand these differences to ensure that your home is built safely, efficiently, and to local standards. Heres a look at how building practices vary across the U.S., Heres a look at how building practices vary across the U.S.,

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4 Secrets to Maximising Construction Business Profits

Develop Coaching

From project management to cost control, there are several key areas where you can make strategic improvements to enhance your bottom line. You’ll discover practical strategies to increase productivity on job sites, manage overhead costs effectively, and improve cash flow. Implement a robust working capital management strategy.

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How to Reduce Risks in Construction with Job Cost Reports

Jonas Construction

Last Updated on November 11, 2024 In today’s fast-paced construction industry, effective cost management is essential to protect profits and ensure project success. Rising material costs, labor shortages, and unpredictable project delays often result in costly overruns, putting project profitability at risk.

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How a Construction-to-Permanent Loan Impacts Contractors & Lenders

Levelset

When a property owner wants to finance the construction of a new building, they typically have to obtain two loans: one loan for the mortgage on the completed home, and another for the land purchase and construction expenditures. Contractor risks with a construction-to-permanent loan. What is a construction-to-permanent loan?