Adapt or Be Left Behind: The Role of Today’s Construction Superintendent

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By Keyan Zandy Change isn’t fun, but it is inevitable. Resenting or resisting what you can’t avoid is a waste of time and energy that could be better used working to create a mindset that embraces transformation. This is especially important in our industry, where new technologies and delivery methods, coupled with an accelerated pace of work, present an unpleasant choice: adapt or be left behind. Superintendents, no matter their leadership style, are expected to get a project completed on time and within budget. This hasn’t changed—however, the way these projects are built and delivered certainly has changed. Field leaders … Read more

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American Concrete Institute Launches Center of Excellence for Carbon Neutral Concrete

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The American Concrete Institute has launched NEU: An ACI Center of Excellence for Carbon Neutral Concrete, at its spring convention in Orlando, Florida. NEU aims to collaborate globally to drive research, education, awareness and adoption of carbon neutral materials and technologies in the industry. Located at ACI headquarters in Farmington Hills, Michigan, NEU will focus on transforming the concrete industry into a proactive, unified group actively engaged in developing and employing both existing and new technologies to reduce the carbon footprint of the concrete industry. Funds have been approved for staffing and initial projects, including research to identify technologies that … Read more

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Build Your Future Unveils Construction Career Tool

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NCCER has expanded its Build Your Future initiative by launching CareerStarter. This new national program leads individuals beyond career exploration to direct connections with local training programs and entry-level jobs. This will get them started on a construction career pathway that fits their interests. NCCER worked with Futures, Inc. to bring its Pipeline technology platform to the construction industry. By utilizing experience in building talent pipelines for the U.S. military and statewide organizations, CareerStarter is the first comprehensive program specifically designed to take individuals from curiosity to career in the industry. The program is free of charge to individuals, schools, … Read more

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New 22-Story Marriott International Headquarters Towers over Bethesda, Maryland

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At 22 stories, the new Marriott International headquarters towers over Bethesda, Maryland. As the new home for Marriott International, the 785,000-square-foot building will house over 3,500 employees. Developed by Boston Properties and designed to meet LEED Gold standards, the new workplace offers state-of-the-art technology and an abundance of modern amenities to its employees. These amenities include a childcare center, fitness center, rooftop space with outdoor seating and a public plaza with outdoor seating to host community concerts and cafeteria. General contractor Hensel Phelps’ scope of work contains the core and shell building, the 354,000-square-foot, five-level parking garage, plaza and landscaping … Read more

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Choate Construction Company Named Nation’s Safest Construction Company by AGC

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Choate Construction Company was recognized for having the nation’s best construction safety and wellness plan in 2021 by the Associated General Contractors of America. The association, which oversees the WTW Construction Safety Excellence Awards, an annual ranking of construction safety programs, noted that 46 other companies were also selected as winners for the quality of their safety programs. Choate Construction was judged and selected as the grand award winner from among 15 first-place winners across six occupational divisions. The firm developed and implemented exceptional safety and risk control program through continuous improvement and maintenance of its safety and health management … Read more

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