Monthly Construction Input Prices Decrease, Says ABC

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Construction input prices fell .6% in May compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data. Nonresidential construction input prices declined .5% for the month. Overall construction input prices are 3.7% lower than a year ago. Nonresidential construction input prices are 3.4% lower. Prices declined in all three energy subcategories. Crude petroleum prices were down 10.2% in May, while unprocessed energy materials were down 7.8%. Natural gas prices fell 2% for the month. “The headline numbers suggest broad-based deflation in construction materials prices,” said ABC … Read more

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Registration Opens for CMAA2023 in Washington, D.C.

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The Construction Management Association of America has opened registration for CMAA2023. The fall conference will bring together public and private sector leaders, professionals and innovators from across the U.S. to explore the latest trends, technologies and strategies that are revolutionizing the industry. CMAA2023 will take place Oct. 29-31 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor in Washington, D.C. Attendees can look froward to a comprehensive expo hall, networking opportunities, plenary and breakout sessions and a full education program. The highlight of the event is the annual CMAA Industry Honors and Awards Program, where the annual Project Achievement Awards, … Read more

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NCCER Presents Makers Grant Tool Kit to High School Students

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The National Center for Construction Education and Research has awarded Fleming Island High School with a Makers Grant tool kit sponsored by Stanley Black & Decker. The students in Mr. Cunningham’s class will put these tools to work as a new school year kicks off in August. As a recipient of the 2022 Stanley Black & Decker Makers Grant, NCCER is grateful to partner with Stanley Black & Decker to build CTE programs and connect students with careers in construction. The grant is used to support NCCER’s CareerStarter program, an online platform that unites students, job seekers, employers and educators … Read more

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Cadence McShane Completes McKinney Logistics Center – Building C

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Cadence McShane Construction Company has completed the McKinney Building C industrial project, located in McKinney, Texas. The project was completed for CORE5 Industrial Partners. The McKinney Building C industrial project is a warehouse featuring 279,356 square feet of industrial space. The project boasts a 32-foot clear height, 48 overhead dock doors and four drive-up ramps in a cross-dock configuration. The lot will have 50 trailer spaces and 249 parking spaces. The project was a collaborative effort between Cadence McShane and Macgregor Associates Architects. The team worked closely together throughout the project, ensuring the facility was built to the highest standards … Read more

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The Christman Company Knoxville Region Earns National Award for Safety Excellence

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The Christman Company’s Knoxville, Tennessee region has been recognized with the 2022 Platinum STEP Award by the Associated Builders and Contractors. This honor, presented annually by the national construction industry trade association, signifies a company’s commitment to jobsite safety and exemplary safety programs. Safety Training Evaluation Process is a program developed by ABC to assist construction companies in assessing and improving their safety practices and procedures. The program provides a detailed framework for companies to evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs and identify areas that may need improvement. ABC National Safety Excellence Awards are designed to acknowledge companies that consistently … Read more

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