Bellwether Construction Reports
The Doge Momentum Index is now at a 12-year high. Economists report that the progress is led by a 77% rise in the institutional category—in just the last three months. Of course those in the…
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Trains, Planes—and Bids!
If you have ever been in a hurry at Newark Liberty International Airport, you probably already know that although only twenty-five years old, the monorail is, well, let’s just say not up to speed. Fortunately,…
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Hospital Building Pushes Ahead
Around the country, there is a lot of thought—and money—going into designing and building the hospitals of our near future. From glass-walled research facilities for catastrophic childhood diseases, to hospitals with more private rooms—and earthquake…
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Roads and Bridges: Yes, Please!
As infrastructure plans and budgets continue winding there way along the path, economic experts have assessed the various scenarios under discussion and are optimistic that regardless of the “winning plan,” road and bridge construction will…
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Apple’s Building—A Lot!
Apple’s building a campus on the East Coast—and spreading out in other places too. Juicy building projects—and jobs are in the near future. Interesting! As you ponder Apple’s growth plan, consider your own. Surety line,…
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Building a Waterfront View
Housing. A park. Even new shops—remember those? That’s what’s in the works along a 1.6 mile stretch of Philadelphia’s waterfront. How about gardens designed to collect the rainwater? Parking? Sure. Lots is possible as projects…
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Infrastructure: Rated D
As public officials wrangle final plans and finances for infrastructure spending, ratings from the American Society of Civil Engineers point to the tremendous need to build roads, bridges, waterways and more in states across…
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Zooming Along: Building Speed
How does $205 billion for a national high-speed rail sound? With infrastructure planning underway and prospects of returning to the office on lots of minds, transportation possibilities are everywhere. Remember the Jetsons…? Think it…
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Schools Are Building: $190 Billion!
The future is now. School districts across the country are busy constructing and renovating buildings to reflect innovations in education. Smart walls? Treehouses? Contactless everything? Flexible spaces? All are possible. Ready to go? It’s Not…
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