Construction Employment Increases, Industry Worries About Tight Labor and Public Markets

Construction employment expanded in 249 metro areas, declined in 56 and was stagnant in 53 between March 2014 and March 2015, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said the new data comes as many firms remain worried about tightening labor markets and declining public-sector investments in infrastructure and other projects. “Many firms are caught between trying to cope with labor shortages while also wondering whether Washington will figure out how to pay for needed infrastructure reforms,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “Even as construction demand … Read more

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Antonucci Science Complex at Fitchburg State University Dedicated

BOSTON, Mass. — Fitchburg State University's Antonucci Science Complex was recently dedicated.   The $57-million complex is composed of the newly renovated 45,000-square-foot Condike Wing and a new, 55,000-square-foot addition, both of which were delivered by BOND. The Antonucci Science Complex is named after President Robert V. and Jeanne S. Antonucci. Robert Antonucci has served as president of Fitchburg State for 12 years, and will retire in June. He has devoted his tenure to investing in improved campus facilities and infrastructure, developing a new strategic plan and completing an unprecedented number of major capital projects, including the science complex. Jeanne … Read more

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BCCI Construction Brings Life to West Coast Canon Experience Center

COSTA MESA, Calif. — BCCI Construction Company recently renovated Canon’s 42,000-square-foot Experience Center and showroom, which offers an array of services, as well as educational and technical support for professionals and amateurs alike. BCCI was responsible for core and shell renovations to the 1973 building, as well as a complete interior build-out to transform the space into an innovative, hands-on facility serving’s Canon’s West Coast customers. With the help of BCCI’s Sustainability team, the Canon Experience Center was awarded LEED-NC Gold certification. BCCI utilized a turn-key, design-build approach, hiring the design and construction teams to effectively align the project budget … Read more

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Record Numbers of Construction Workers to Get Prevention Message in 2015 National Fall Safety Stand-Down

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Beginning yesterday, a record number of companies and workers around the country are expected to join the Occupational Safety and Health Administration over the next two weeks in the second annual National Fall Safety Stand-Down to focus on preventing these tragic deaths and catastrophic deaths and injuries. “Last year's Stand-Down was a big success. More than 5,000 employers talked about fall protection with more than a million workers. It was a tremendous commitment to safety on the part of businesses and workers alike. I am confident that we can do even better this year,” said U.S. Secretary … Read more

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Skanska Focuses its 11th Annual Safety Week on ‘Plan for Today’

NEW YORK, N.Y.   — Skanska is challenging its more than 10,000 employees across the country to think about safety in daily tasks it launches its 11th annual Safety Week from May 3-9. The intent of this year's “Plan for Today” theme is to reinforce Skanska's injury-free environment through meaningful discussions among craft workers that aim to eliminate complacency that too often leads to accidents. “Construction sites can change not only every day in many ways but every hour, down to the immediate surroundings of a crew's work area,” said Skanska USA President & CEO Rich Cavallaro. “Whether you"ve been … Read more

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