Health First Provides Cape Canaveral Hospital Construction Project Update

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Exactly one year since Health First broke ground on the new Cape Canaveral replacement hospital in Merritt Island, Florida, officials provided an onsite status update on the project. Since the first ceremonial turn of dirt on “3-2-1 Day” in 2024 a lot has happened; the existing building on the premises has been demolished, land cleared, drainage systems installed, pilings driven, foundation laid and walls are now going up at a rapid pace. The project includes a five-story hospital, three-story medical office building and a four-story parking garage. At 1 a.m. March 21, the final concrete pour began for the deck … Read more

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Grady Lonigan Hired as Big-D Companies Vice President of Self-Perform 

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Big-D Companies has announced the appointment of Grady Lonigan as the new vice president of Self-Perform.   Lonigan joins Big-D with over two decades of expertise in concrete construction and a proven track record of delivering exceptional results on complex projects  Lonigan is a third-generation builder whose career reflects an impressive journey through various roles in concrete construction. From estimating to division and regional management, he has developed deep insights into the project cycle and a reputation for fostering team growth and advancing construction capabilities.   Before joining Big-D, Lonigan served as President of Lonigan Co., a consultancy specializing in concrete … Read more

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ABC: Government-Registered Apprenticeship Programs Still Do Not Meet Construction Workforce Needs

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At current rates of participation and completion, federal and state government-registered apprenticeship programs, or GRAPs, are still failing to meet the construction industry’s short- and long-term skilled workforce development needs, according to an annual Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of released U.S. Department of Labor data. ABC estimates that, in fiscal year 2024, the construction industry’s federal and state GRAPs had about 290,000 apprentice participants and yielded less than 40,000 completers.* The DOL’s data presents 5-year trend lines indicating there has been stronger proportional growth in the number of nonunion GRAPs, apprentice participants and apprentice completers compared to union-affiliated GRAPs … Read more

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DBIA’s 2025 Student Competition Showcases Progressive Design-Build in Airport Expansion Challenge

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The Design-Build Institute of America has officially opened registration for the 2025 National Design-Build Student Competition, offering students nationwide the opportunity to showcase their Design-Build expertise in a fast-paced, real-world challenge. This annual competition prepares future industry leaders by providing hands-on experience with Design-Build best practices. Teams of university students will compete in two phases, beginning with a Request for Qualifications process judged at the regional level. Regional winners will then advance to Phase Two, where they will respond to a Request for Proposals and the top three judged teams will present their final submissions in front of a national … Read more

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View the White Paper: “Protecting Your Reputation: A Safer Way to Comply During Renovations”

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Renovations can make or break your reputation. Dust, noise, and disruption don’t just slow down projects—they leave a lasting impression on clients, occupants, and decision-makers. Protecting Your Reputation: A Safer Way to Comply During Renovations explores how top construction professionals are rethinking temporary containment to maintain cleaner, quieter, and more professional jobsites. Learn how proven, reusable temporary wall systems can help you stay compliant, keep projects on schedule, and reflect the craftsmanship of your work. Download this free resource to discover a smarter approach to renovation containment—and ensure your reputation stays intact.    

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