Construction Spending Increases Between September 2016, 2017 as Growing Private-Sector Outpaces Public-Sector Declines

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Overall construction spending increased between September 2016 and September 2017 as growing private-sector residential demand continues to offset annual declines in public-sector investments in infrastructure and other projects, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials urged members of Congress and the Trump administration to include new funding for roads, bridges, clean water and other important infrastructure as part of any new tax reform measure. “The ongoing economic expansion is a favorable sign for private residential and nonresidential construction,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “But lawmakers continue to underfund … Read more

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Carolinas AGC Observes Careers in Construction Month

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Eariler this year, Carolinas AGC asked Governors in both North and South Carolina to name October “Careers in Construction Month,” to promote increased awareness of the construction industry and to recognize the need for construction education and training. Carolinas AGC offered a mix of events and training to highlight the importance of the industry to its members, the public and the economies of both states. During the month of October, Carolinas AGC held networking events in Columbia and Charleston, South Carolina and Fayetteville, Wilmington and Ashville, North Carolina. Its staff and members held partnering meetings with the … Read more

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Modjeski and Masters Wins Third Contract from NCDOT

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RALEIGH, N.C. – Modjeski and Masters has been selected for the Structures Management Unit Support – Limited Services Contract with the North Carolina Department of Transportation. Under this contract, Modjeski and Masters will perform bridge design, bridge preservation design, working drawing reviews, vessel collision and fender design, structure utility attachment design, load ratings and structural, electrical and mechanical design, inspection and rehabilitation of movable bridges on an as needed basis for NCDOT’s bridge program. This selection marks the third contract win this year for Modjeski and Masters from the NCDOT including its fourth consecutive Movable Bridge On-Call contract and an … Read more

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Congressional Tax Reform Proposal Aims to Lower Tax Rates for Construction Employers

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The CEO of the Associated General Contractors of America, Stephen E. Sandherr, released the following statement in reaction to the release today of a Congressional proposal to reform the federal tax code: “The tax proposal released today provides a much-needed framework that will provoke important debate about the best way to improve the tax environment for employers and workers. As Congress and the Trump administration work to further refine today’s proposal, we will continue our vigorous advocacy work to ensure the measure benefits construction employers of all types and sizes. In particular, we will work to ensure that pass-through businesses, … Read more

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Skender Completes 21,000-SF Office Build-Out for The Climate Corporation

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CHICAGO, Ill. – Skender Construction recently completed a 21,000-square-foot office build-out for The Climate Corporation, a subsidiary of Monsanto Company and creator of digital tools to help farmers sustainably increase their productivity. Located at 1330 West Fulton Market in Chicago, Illinois, the new open office workspace incorporates rustic wood walls and a custom art feature wall at the entrance. The Climate Corporation’s passion for agriculture is manifested throughout the office with an antique tractor on display and huddle rooms built out as silos using oversized barn doors. Two dedicated workshops house The Climate Corporation’s equipment and ongoing projects, and a … Read more

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