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Construction backlog fell by 4 percent during the last quarter of 2016, according to the latest Construction Backlog Indicator (CBI) released today by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). Contractors in each segment surveyed—commercial/institutional, infrastructure and heavy industrial—all saw lower backlog during the fourth quarter, with firms in the heavy industrial segment experiencing the largest drop,…
Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today three new versions of its software for structural engineering, fabrication and construction teams: Tekla Structures 2017, Tekla Structural Designer 2017 and Tekla Tedds 2017. Continuous development of Tekla Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions demonstrates Trimble’s commitment to innovation in structural engineering, off-site prefabrication and on-site efficiency. “In these new Tekla…
Greenville, SC-based Gordian, a leading provider of data, software and expertise from planning and design through construction to operations, announced today three executives to enhance and expand capabilities and a superior customer experience. Noam Reininger was named Vice President, Chief Data Officer; John Liu, Vice President of Development; and Daniel Cook, Director of Enterprise Accounts. “As…
The North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) has selected TransCore to design, build, and maintain advanced roadside toll collection systems for the new Monroe Expressway and U.S. 74 Express Lanes, both of which are expected to open in 2018. The introduction of express lanes in the area represents a growing national trend to reduce traffic congestion…
The Commercial general liability (“CGL”) carrier’s duty to defend an insured contractor for a claim for defective construction can be a huge cost savings tool. But, contractors should be mindful of the benefits and hazards of tendering a defense to its carrier before doing so. What is the duty to defend? CGL insurance carriers generally…
Construction input prices expanded 0.3 percent on a monthly basis and 4.8 percent on a year-over-year basis in February, according to analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data released today by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). This represents the most rapid yearly growth in construction input prices in more than five years. Only…
A.M. Best and Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys and Adjusters have released the latest installment of its Insurance Law Podcast, a series that examines timely insurance issues from an attorney’s point of view. This episode features Attorney Terry Lavy from the law firm of Vernis & Bowling, with offices in several states throughout the southeast, including Florida, North Carolina,…
Thirty-nine states added construction jobs between January 2016 and January 2017 while 38 states and D.C. added construction jobs between December and January, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data released today. North Carolina ranked 14 with, and South Carolina ranked 6. Association officials said that many…
BirdDogHR, a provider talent management solutions for the construction, engineering and skilled trades industries, announced Romanoff Group selected the BirdDogHR ATS and Onboarding modules to simplify recruitment functions, automate job distribution and improve onboarding efficiency. Romanoff Group has grown exponentially recently, increasing the number of Romanoff Group locations from six to 12 in the last four years….
Standard Solar, Inc., a leading solar energy company specializing in the development, installation and financing of commercial solar electric systems nationwide, today announced that it is being acquired by Gaz Métro, a leading energy provider with more than US$5.8 billion in assets that is actively involved in developing and operating energy infrastructures and innovative, promising energy…
