BSL-3 Laboratory at UC Riverside School of Medicine Undergoes $2M Facelift

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SAN DIEGO, Calif. – BNBuilders has recently completed the remodel of UC Riverside School of Medicine Biosafety Level 3. This $2-million project involved converting an existing laboratory space into a BSL-3 Suite for faculty research programs. At UC Riverside’s School of Medicine, selective demolition of existing laboratory space and infrastructure in an occupied building was completed. New procedure rooms and research space with new dedicated mechanical systems were constructed. The 1,383-square-foot remodel included an anteroom, gowning/de-gowning room, shower area, procedure rooms, an autoclave, biosafety cabinets and other specialized equipment. BNBuilders also ensured the laboratory met BSL-3 specifications to ensure appropriate … Read more

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Excavation Finalized at 2+U Development in Downtown Seattle

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SEATTLE, Wash. – Skanska recently completed excavation operations at 2+U, a 38-story Class A office tower in Seattle, Washington and the only downtown office building coming online in 2019. The excavation for 2+U began in April 2017 with the help of more than 60 skilled construction professionals dedicating approximately 40,000 work hours to achieve this milestone. Skanska conducted the bulk of its excavation and hauling operations at night to minimize disruptions to the downtown community, and to focus on sustainability and safety. With trucks on the road at night, Skanska minimized its carbon footprint since trucks would spend less time … Read more

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U.S. Commercial Construction Index Finds High Optimism

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Commercial construction is in high demand across the country and contractors remain optimistic about the current and forward-looking health of the sector, according to the Q3 USG Corporation + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index (‘Index’), released recently. Nearly all contractors surveyed this summer (95 percent) expect revenues to grow or remain stable over the next 12 months compared to the prior 12 months, nearly the same percentage as in the Q2 2017 survey. Most contractors (93 percent) also expect to see profit margins stay the same or increase in the next 12 months, reflecting healthy … Read more

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National Survey Reveals 70% of Contractors Struggle to Find Qualified Craft Workers

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Seventy percent of construction firms report they are having a hard time filling hourly craft positions that represent the bulk of the construction workforce, according to the results of an industry-wide survey recently released by Autodesk and the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said that many firms are changing the way they operate, recruit and compensate, but cautioned that chronic labor shortages could have significant economic impacts absent greater investments in career and technical education. “In the short-term, fewer firms will be able to bid on construction projects if they are concerned they will not have enough workers … Read more

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Design-Build Team Selected for San Ysidro Public Library Project

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SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Turner Construction Company and SVA Architects, Inc. have unveiled the design of the new $10.3-million San Ysidro Public Library located in San Diego, California. The new library will become a cultural beacon for the neighborhood and a source of pride for the local community. Situated on 1.6 acres, the 15,000-square-foot San Ysidro Public Library will be a transit-friendly development. Located two blocks from the Beyer Boulevard Trolley Station, the project will feature designated areas for children, teens and adults; an event space and a 1,000-square-foot outdoor patio/terrace. It will also showcase artwork by local artists, brothers … Read more

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