Delaware River and Bay Authority Awards Memorial Bridge Protection System

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Modjeski and Masters has recently been selected for the Delaware Memorial Bridge Protection System contract with the Delaware River and Bay Authority. As the prime consultant for this contract, Modjeski and Masters will design a vessel collision protection system for the northbound and southbound structures of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. The firm will design new pier protection cells and replace the channel-side fender system for the tower piers. The existing fender system is original to each of the spans and inadequate to protect the bridge from collisions with modern cargo ships. The design will protect the Delaware Memorial Bridge from … Read more

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Architecture Billings Remain Flat in May

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Demand for design services in May remained essentially flat in comparison to the previous month, according to a new report from The American Institute of Architects. AIA’s Architecture Billings Index score for May showed a small increase in design services at 50.2, which is slightly down from 50.5 in April. Any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings. Both the project inquiries index and the design contracts index softened in May but remained positive. “The last four consecutive months, firm billings have either decreased or been flat, the longest period of that level of sustained softness since 2012,” said … Read more

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Build Your Future Florida to Expand Qualified Construction Workforce

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Recognizing the need to address the shortage of skilled craft professionals in Florida, the Construction Workforce Taskforce partnered with Build Your Future to establish Build Your Future Florida. With a wide range of information to help people interested in pursuing a career in the construction industry, Build Your Future Florida aims to provide a collaboration between construction associations, employers and government to satisfy the increased demand in skilled construction workers by attracting interested applicants. Build Your Future Florida’s goal is to provide a platform for Florida residents to learn about a career in the construction industry, find necessary training centers, … Read more

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ABC Names Top-Performing Contractors in U.S. Commercial, Industrial Construction

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Associated Builders and Contractors released its 2019 Top Performers lists, which recognize ABC member contractors’ achievements in safety, quality, diversity and project excellence ranked by work hours, with special designations identified. “ABC Top Performers are leading the way in the merit shop construction industry, where diverse participants are constantly striving to achieve the highest levels of personal and company performance in an environment of fair and open competition,” said Michael Bellaman, president and CEO of ABC. “These rankings will help the industry identify contractors that have achieved world-class safety performance, demonstrated their commitment to their workers and their communities and … Read more

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Free eBook from CONEXPO-CON/AGG Available for Download

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CONEXPO-CON/AGG has released a downloadable eBook titled The Ultimate Construction Career Guide as a precursor to the upcoming CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020. The eBook is the cultivation of numerous articles and guides, providing tips and expert advice to help men and women get started in the construction trades or flourish in your present role. With articles such as “10 Best States for Construction Jobs” and “Taking Your Construction Career to the Next Level,” this eBook offers something for everyone in the construction industry. “Poor perceptions of the industry have stifled growth, yet high salaries and opportunities for advancement and the ability to … Read more

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