Builders embrace the megaproject boom
Construction Dive
MAY 21, 2024
There are key ways to de-risk multibillion-dollar jobs like the Gateway Program in New York and New Jersey, according to panelists at a recent webinar.
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Craig Wyatt to lead Florida Panhandle Operations, Business Development
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 21, 2024
JACKSON, Miss. – Neel-Schaffer is excited to announce Craig Wyatt, PE, as the new Florida Panhandle Area Manager. With nearly two decades of experience in transportation engineering and inspection, with a focus on state transportation projects, Craig brings extensive expertise to his new role. He will lead all Florida Panhandle operations and business development efforts, based in the firm’s Chipley Office.
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A303 Stonehenge Tunnel delayed again as legal challenge upheld
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MAY 21, 2024
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More delays for Stonehenge tunnel as project returns to court
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Ohio university gets hub for energy research and development
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Network Rail submits plan to turn east London brownfield site into freight logistics hub
New Civil Engineer
MAY 21, 2024
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California historic preservation firm selects architectural director
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MAY 21, 2024
James Mallery has been appointed as Page & Turnbull’s architectural director. Photo courtesy Page & Turnbull Page & Turnbull, a historic preservation architecture, planning, and conservation firm, has named James Mallery as director of the architecture and design studio. In his new position, Mallery will direct the 40-person firm’s architecture team across their offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and San Jose.
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Vistry signs to build Ealing flats
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Meet Deck Dynasty: Custom Deck Builder in North Carolina
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Founded by Zachary Spriggs, Deck Dynasty has completed 10–15 big (and small) projects each year since 2015. Originally from Denver, Colorado and now building in Franklin, North Carolina, Deck Dynasty’s projects mainly focus on custom decks as well as staircases, docks, and ramps. Learn more about Deck Dynasty’s business and advice to the current and future generation of builders.
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Many people become motivated to get things done around the house themselves if they think it means they’ll be able to save some money. However, even if you’re confident in your skills with a hammer, not every project should become a do-it-yourself free-for-all, especially when it comes to major home renovations. There are certain tasks […] The post Which Home Improvements Should Be Left Up to a Professional Construction Company?
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