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Building world-class hotels: The power of preconstruction and self-perform services

Construction Dive

Whether it’s putting up a barricade in a hallway or planning utility shutdowns in the middle of the night to complete scopes of work, the PCL teams always develop a contingency plan and maintain consistent communication. Our self-perform work was so beneficial, we started training our employees to self-perform some finishing scopes as well.

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Contractors back New York’s Scaffold Law update

Construction Dive

The proposal comes as Congress begins work on the next surface transportation reauthorization, which will replace the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act when it expires in 2026. The proposed legislation could significantly lower the cost of public infrastructure construction in New York, according to the AGC. or its subsidiaries.

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iBuild Central Florida hosting trade competition, job fair

CCR Magazine

The event features a construction job fair where participants can meet potential employers, followed by a skills competition highlighting trades such as carpentry, HVAC, and electrical work. The event is open to the public, but everyone can register here. It utilizes book work, hands-on learning and virtual reality components.

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The Hidden Crisis in UK Homes: Poor Plastering Leading to Unnecessary Costs for Homeowners

UK Construction Blog

According to estate agents, homes requiring remedial work may sell for 5–10% less than similar properties in good condition. Tackling the Plastering Problem: Solutions and Best Practices Consistent quality in plastering work significantly reduces the risk of costly repairs.

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Guarding against graffiti: Best practices to safeguard commercial properties

Construction Specifier

1 Despite a significant 74 percent increase in cleanup requests, the response rate from public works dropped to a concerning 14 percent. Photo Andy777/courtesy Bigstockphoto.com Specifying anti-graffiti coatings and materials There are various types of anti-graffiti solutions, and they all work a little bit differently.

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Federal Judge Provides Lifeline for National Vocational Training Program

ENR Construction

Yet, rigorous studies have shown that Job Corps increases participants’ employment rates and earnings and decreases their future reliance on public assistance. DOL is working closely with the Dept. Each year 3.5 That’s why members of Congress, both Republicans and Democrats, funded Job Corps through June 30, 2026.”

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Rhode Island’s curved timber bridge fabricated with special carpentry technique

Construction Specifier

The Van Leesten Memorial Bridge, connecting eastern and western Providence, was crafted by a specialized carpentry technique used to shape dense timber into curved form. Given the challenge of working with dense woods that are resistant to steam-bending, the fabrication team employed kerfing.