With a focus on supporting historically underutilized businesses (HUBs), Hellas is launching an initiative to actively seek partnerships for a series of upcoming school bond projects.
Houston City Council voted to approve an ordinance to allocate $150,000,000 from the Houston Airport System Consolidated 2011 Construction Fund for a Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Houston and United Airlines.
Work Safe Austin believes all construction contractors should provide employees with the proper PPE based on the assigned task to help reduce the risk of injury.
The City of Austin’s Small and Minority Business Resources Department (SMBR) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI).
According to a recent report by the Associated General Contractors, the Dallas area saw a remarkable increase of 12,300 building sector jobs in 2023, marking an 8% year-over-year rise.
DFW Airport is receiving $11 million, which will help its capital improvement program including reconstruction and modernization of airport restrooms. This funding is made possible because of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that Allred championed.
In the U.S., cities are enacting new policies to reduce construction waste and promote circular practices.
In an effort to prioritize public safety and infrastructure, Mayor John Whitmire joined METRO to announce a collaborative commitment to repair pavement and improve bus stops on Westheimer Road from Loop 610 to downtown.
Congressman Colin Allred (TX-32), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, announced that nine Texas airports are receiving $91.5 million in federal Airport Terminal Program grants. DFW Airport is receiving $11 million which will help its capital improvement program including reconstruction and modernization of airport restrooms. This funding is made possible because of…
Amidst the numerous construction cranes dominating the skyline, it’s no surprise that the Dallas area outpaced all other U.S. metro regions in construction job growth last year. According to a recent report by the Associated General Contractors, the Dallas area saw a remarkable increase of 12,300 building sector jobs in 2023, marking an 8% year-over-year…
Research findings indicate construction contractors continue to make progress in responding to issues affecting worker safety and health, such as heat and mental health, but many areas for improvement remain. Safety Management in the Construction Industry SmartMarket Report examines occupational safety and health challenges across the industry and shines a light on where more effort…
The Texas Department of Transportation, well-financed and aiming to maintain its financial stability, will explore the option of acquiring the private consortium currently managing the Texas 288 Toll Lanes. This move would involve ending a 50-year contract that was signed less than ten years ago, to implement extended toll collections for the foreseeable future. “This…
Kingham Dalton Wilson, Ltd. (KDW), a distinguished leader in the construction industry with expertise in design-build industrial and commercial construction, is increasing its presence in Central Texas. The establishment of a new office in Austin marks a significant achievement in the company’s strategic growth, tracing its roots back to 1895. The expansion aligns with the…
Revised data from Workforce Solutions indicates that job growth in the Houston area for 2023 surpassed early estimates. Originally projected at around 70,000, the revised report reveals over 100,000 new jobs added, marking the third consecutive year Houston has exceeded the 100,000 mark since the start of the pandemic, although it’s a decrease from the…
The San Antonio City Council authorized the execution of the Safe Streets & Roads 4 All (SS4A) grant with the U.S. Department of Transportation early March.
The United States Department of Transportation announced the City of Houston will receive $43.4 million in federal funding through the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) program for the Gulfton and Kashmere Gardens Resilient Sidewalks Project.
Join us for an enriching experience at NAMC University, where you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome message from Demetria Bivens, setting the tone for a day of valuable insights and networking. Following this, Clint Binkley will share opening remarks, setting the stage for a series of enlightening discussions. Gain valuable awareness on the job…
The two oldest divisions of TxDOT recently turned 100 years old, celebrating a rich history that began with wooden bridges and dirt roads and now includes high-speed highways and autonomous vehicles. The Texas Highway Department—as TxDOT was called in the early days—created the Maintenance Division in 1923 to handle the upkeep of Texas roads. The…
These projects face ongoing challenges due to inflation and workforce shortages, despite increased federal funding Builders and Contractors are experiencing a steady flow of infrastructure projects as federal funding remains available. Nevertheless, the construction industry is facing challenges due to a shortage of workers and high inflation rates. Additionally, spending on transit and fossil fuel…
TxDot reports that the construction work on the I-35 corridor connecting San Antonio and Austin seems to be never-ending. According to the head of the Texas Department of Transportation, this is due to the continuous growth in the state, which shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Recently, Texas surpassed a population of 30…
