MindForge to Host Virtual Q&A Session on Safety Management

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MindForge, a software platform streamlining communication for the construction industry, will host a free virtual Q&A session 4:30 ET Tuesday, Feb. 6 on safety management. In this 30-minute session, MindForge founder Stokes McIntyre will get the dirt from Taylor Murray, division manager, safety for Danella, on what it takes to get the job done safely and on time. On the agenda: how project specs can impact safety, how he spots an onsite leader, his toughest lessons learned and his thoughts regarding communication onsite. For more information or to register for the session, visit https://www.mindforge.live/huddle-session. About MindForge MindForge is a software … Read more

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New Edition of Post-Tensioning Manual Represents Significant Overhaul from Predecessor

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The Post-Tensioning Institute has released the 7th Edition of the Post-Tensioning Manual. This publication, first introduced in 1972, has been a cornerstone in the industry, offering comprehensive insights into the design and construction of post-tensioned structures. Over the years, the manual it has evolved to keep pace with industry advancements and emerging practices. The latest edition represents a significant overhaul from its predecessor, the 6th Edition. Key highlights of the 7th Edition include updates aligned with current codes and the integration of innovative practices. In addition, four new chapters and one new appendix have been introduced to broaden the scope … Read more

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Lendlease, IHG Army Hotels Break Ground on Candlewood Suites Hotel at Fort Liberty

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Lendlease and IHG Army Hotels recently broken ground on a Candlewood Suites hotel at Fort Liberty in North Carolina. Expected to open in early 2026, the 207-room hotel is the 17th Candlewood Suites property Lendlease and IHG have partnered on since 2009 as part of the Privatization of Army Lodging initiative, a U.S. Army-led, public-private venture to revitalize on-post lodging for service members, their families and government travelers. Located on the site of a previous IHG Army Hotels property, the Fort Liberty Candlewood Suites will include guest rooms ranging from studios to one- and two-bedroom suites. The hotel will also … Read more

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J.C. Rudden Promoted to Vice President of Information Technology at McCarthy

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J.C. Rudden has been promoted to vice president of information technology at McCarthy Holdings. In this role, he will oversee all strategic and operational aspects of technology implementation at McCarthy, including strategy, business intelligence, field and enterprise applications, service desk operations, infrastructure and operations. He will replace Justin McFarland, who has been promoted to chief administrative officer at McCarthy. Rudden joined McCarthy in 2021 as director, information technology infrastructure, overseeing network, information security and server operations. Prior to joining the company, he worked in a variety of leadership and technology roles across multiple industries. “J.C. is passionate about culture, coaching, … Read more

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AIA Releases Latest Architecture Billings Index

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The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index remained below 50 for the fourth consecutive month. The score of 45.3 increased by one point from October, indicating slightly fewer firms reporting a decline in billings. Any score below 50 indicates decreasing business conditions, but there are encouraging signs of the pipeline. Firms in all regions reported a decline in billings, with business conditions remaining softest at firms located in the West as the region’s billings hit a low for the year. Firms specializing in multi-family residential continue to remain the weakest and business conditions declined further at firms with institutional specialization, despite being … Read more

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