Thu.Dec 08, 2022

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Maine Court Upholds Leases for Paused $1B Hydropower Line

ENR Construction

Referendum halting $1-billion, 145-mile transmission line to connect Canadian hydropower to Massachusetts’ power grid did not nullify state land leases in its corridor, court said.

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One Spruce Peak Project Recognized by AGC

PC Construction

Last night, the Associated General Contractors of Vermont announced the winners of their annual Best Builders Awards, which included PC’s One Spruce Peak project. The award was presented in the New Construction – Innovation and Design category for outstanding quality of work and effort. The new six-story, 125,000-square-foot One Spruce Peak facility boasts a collection of 27 ski-in/ski-out luxury residences, townhomes and penthouses at one of New England’s premier ski resorts.

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Largest US Green Hydrogen Plant Planned for North Texas

ENR Construction

Gas supplier Air Products & Chemicals and utility AES Corp. say $4B facility would have capacity to produce 220 tons of green hydrogen daily.

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BIM Quality – A Cornerstone of Digital Construction Success

AEC Business

What can make digital twins a reality for building owners? What can facilitate contractors in reducing risks and improving productivity? What allows designers to save time and focus on their core competencies? The answer is building information modeling, when done right. This article looks at BIM quality, why it’s essential and how to achieve it. […] The post BIM Quality – A Cornerstone of Digital Construction Success appeared first on AEC Business.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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Bechtel Will Start Design of $6B Texas Carbon-Neutral Fuel Plant

ENR Construction

U.S. contractor is hired to integrate into FEED work technologies from Siemens Energy and Danish firm Topsoe to build the first of 12 global plants planned by e-fuels developer HIF Global.

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What Boots Do Construction Managers Wear?

Work Gearz

There are tens of dozens of work boots available for construction workers, but you may wonder which type of boot is appropriate for a project engineer or construction project manager. Much will depend on the kind of construction company you are working for, and consequentially, the types of hazards you will face and if your employer has specific requirements.

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Are Timberland Boots Good for Construction?

Work Gearz

Timberland is a powerhouse brand in the manufacturing of work boots along with other kinds of footwear. With tens of dozens of styles available, this manufacturer provides an ample variety of footgear to select from. So, for professionals that work in the construction business, are Timberland boots a good choice for construction work? How Do You Choose Good Work Boots for Construction?

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Chances Dwindle for Sen. Manchin Permit Reform Package

ENR Construction

Outlook is dim for last-ditch legislative action to expedite West Virginia Democrat's energy project reviews as Republicans gear up for new approach in next Congress.

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Award of Merit, Water/Wastewater: Iqaluit Water Crisis

ENR Construction

Complaints of a fuel-like smell coming from the water in this far-north Canadian city prompted do-not-consume orders in October 2021 and January 2022, limiting residents’ access to potable water and its hospital’s ability to sterilize equipment.

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ENR's 2022 Global Best Projects Awards Winners

ENR Construction

In this tenth year of the annual ENR Global Best Projects Awards, a panel of industry judges selected, from a record number of entries, 34 winning projects located in 18 different countries.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Best Project, Specialty Construction: Mucombeze, Mozambique Primary School Teacher Dormitory

ENR Construction

For this project in Mucombeze, Shook’s eight workers—teaming up with SAM Ministries—constructed teacher dormitories at the 600-student primary school, where students walk as much as 10 miles to get to classes. .

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ENR's 2022 Global Best Projects Award Winners

ENR Construction

In this tenth year of the annual ENR Global Best Projects Awards, a panel of industry judges (see list below) selected, from a record number of entries, 34 winning projects from 18 different countries.

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Award of Merit Airport/Port: Cape Lambert Dolphin Upgrade

ENR Construction

Considering that iron ore is one of Australia’s largest sources of export revenue, it was critical to replace deteriorating dolphin wharf structures at one of Rio Tinto Iron Ore’s biggest export facilities on time.

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Best Project, Road/Highway: Yunnan Huali Expressway

ENR Construction

Despite a contract duration of nearly five years, the project team delivered this two-way, four-lane expressway that spans 151 km, or 93 miles, with a 25.5-m-wide roadbed from Rongjiang Town to Lijiang City in China, six months ahead of schedule.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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Award of Merit Education/Research: Grangegorman University

ENR Construction

Grangegorman University, the campus project at Technological University Dublin, is part of a major urban development program initiated by the Irish government in 2010. The facilities will be used by 10,000 incoming students as well as staff.

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Award of Merit Health Care: National Forensic Mental Health Service (Portrane)

ENR Construction

Camouflaging the ever-present security features was a constant at the 16-hectare mental health campus, built on time and below budget primarily to treat an incarcerated population but also to serve the community.

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Cement Firm Holcim Works Toward Decarbonized Quarries

ENR Construction

Several months into a testing program for autonomous electric haulers at a century-old cement quarry in Switzerland, the multinational aggregates manufacturer seeks new ways to remove carbon emissions from operations.

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Award of Merit, Water/Wastewater: South Australia Water Zero Cost Energy Future Program

ENR Construction

In 2019, electricity was costing SA Water $83 million per year, its single-largest operational expense. The agency sought a sustainable and renewable solution to cut costs.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Pulse: Project News for the Week of December 12, 2022

ENR Construction

Project news from Dodge Data & Analytics.

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Industry Leads for the Week of December 12, 2022

ENR Construction

Information derived from Industrial Reports, a market intelligence firm specializing in industrial construction and equipment leads.

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Best Project Health Care: Lakeridge Gardens

ENR Construction

Using lean principles and a modular kit-of-parts approach, the design-build team delivered Lakeridge Gardens, a 273,000-sq-ft long-term care facility, in just 13 months on a tight hospital-adjacent site while dealing with COVID-19 safety restrictions.

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Best Project Green Project: Ken Soble Tower - 500 MacNab

ENR Construction

Originally built in 1967, the Ken Soble Tower, an 18-story, 80,000-sq-ft-affordable housing facility for seniors in Hamilton, Ontario, provides a notable example of how aging buildings can be retrofitted to meet modern decarbonization goals.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Best Project Rail/Transit: Adly Mansour Transportation Hub

ENR Construction

Built at the crossroads of major railways and roadways in Cairo, the Adly Mansour Transportation Hub provides a modern link for the city’s heavily used rail lines and bus routes.

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Award of Merit Bridge/Tunnel: 4th Ring Transportation Corridor in Zhengzhou

ENR Construction

The fast-growing city of Zhengzhou, a major transportation hub in the heart of China, was in need of an additional elevated expressway to increase traffic capacity to 18 lanes from 10 lanes on the fourth ring transportation corridor.

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Award of Merit Health Care: Torre Medica Otay

ENR Construction

This estimated $9.8-million hospital delivery—kicked off in January 2020 and completed in April 2022—benefited from one of the first extensive uses of virtual construction in Latin America.

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Award of Merit, Renovation/Restoration: Renovation of Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum

ENR Construction

Updating the building’s security system was a key focus of a major renovation, with the Cairo museum’s rare collection also including works by Paul Gaugin, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Claude Monet and more than 100 other artists.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Award of Merit, Road/Highway: Cameroon Yaoundé Douala Freeway, Phase 1

ENR Construction

At a length of about 60 km, the first phase of this highway project to connect Cameroon’s two largest cities, Yaoundé and Douala, has taken just over seven years to reach completion.

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Award of Merit, Sports/Entertainment: Morodok Techo National Stadium

ENR Construction

Encircled by a water-filled moat, the 60,000-seat stadium resembles a dragon boat on which Chinese people voyaged when they first traveled to Cambodia in the 13th century. .

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Global Best Projects Relied on Deliveries, But Not From Amazon

ENR Construction

This year’s ENR Global Best Projects awardees, 34 in all, which you can learn about beginning on p. 60, involved a lot of big deliveries—although not the kind that come in an Amazon box.

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Award of Merit Airport/Port: Cape Lambert – Jetty and Dolphin Upgrade Project

ENR Construction

Considering that iron ore is one of Australia’s largest sources of export revenue, it was critical to replace deteriorating dolphin wharf structures at one of Rio Tinto Iron Ore’s biggest export facilities on time.

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.