DPR Construction Opens New Office in Philadelphia

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DPR Construction has expanded its footprint in the mid-Atlantic with the opening of a new office in the Philadelphia suburb of Radnor, Pennsylvania. The office brings DPR’s team and expertise closer to its customers throughout the Delaware Valley. This expansion reflects the company’s targeted growth strategy – deepening relationships with key customers; fostering connections with local talent, trade partners and community organizations; and focusing on its core markets — healthcare, life sciences, advanced tech, higher education and commercial. “Philadelphia is a market defined by influential institutions, complex work and long-term opportunity,” said Amir Nekoumand, DPR’s New Jersey business unit leader. “Expanding into Philadelphia reflects DPR’s commitment to […]

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Trimble Opens Entries for 2026 Construction Innovation Awards

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Applications are open for the annual Trimble Construction Innovation Awards program, recognizing innovators and educators driving transformation across the construction industry using Trimble hardware or software solutions. The program honors those utilizing technology and data in the office and the field to streamline processes, improve efficiency and shape the next generation of industry talent through education and advocacy. The awards program has expanded this year to include the new outstanding educator category, recognizing K-12 and higher education teachers who are preparing the next generation of industry leaders through innovative technology integration and career advocacy. Nominations are due by Aug.14. Interested participants can […]

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Highway Contractors Report Growing Dangers in Work Zones

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Motorists continue to face far greater risks than construction workers in highway work zone crashes, according to the results of a new highway work zone study conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America and HCSS. Association officials said the new findings show that distracted driving, inconsistent enforcement and rising safety costs continue to make highway work zones more dangerous for both motorists and construction crews. The association and HCSS also released a new video urging drivers to slow down, avoid distractions and stay alert in work zones during the busy summer driving season. “Summer construction season means more crews […]

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Copper Development Association Supports Next Generation of Skilled Trades Professionals at SkillsUSA National Championships

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The Copper Development Association participated in the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference. Working alongside the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Educational Foundation, CDA representatives provided materials, technical expertise, judging support and volunteer leadership for the national plumbing competition held at the Georgia World Congress Center. The annual event brings together top-performing students from across the United States and Puerto Rico who have advanced through state-level competitions to compete on a national stage. SkillsUSA highlights excellence across a wide range of career and technical disciplines, including plumbing, construction, HVAC, culinary arts, ornamental design, résumé writing and many other vocational fields. The national […]

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Southeast Chapter of ACPA Announces New Executive Director

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The Southeast Chapter of the American Concrete Pavement Association appointed Scott Palotta as its new executive director, effective June 1. Palotta brings over 28 years of leadership experience in concrete pavement construction and sales, with a strong track record in promotion of concrete pavement over other alternatives. In this role, Palotta will oversee the organization’s strategic direction, operations and program development, while advancing its mission to assist the cement and concrete paving industries in technical, educational and promotional aspects, ensuring continued successful use of the material to serve needs throughout the Southeast region for pavement construction. Palotta most recently served as a […]

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