Turner Construction Receives Best-Led Company Award
Turner Construction Company announced it is among the winners on the inaugural Glassdoor Award List of Best-Led Large Companies in the United States.
Building Costs Increase in the First Quarter of 2024 Driven by Mega Projects
Turner Construction Company announced that the First Quarter 2024 Turner Building Cost Index—which measures costs in the non-residential building construction market in the United States—had increased to the value of 1408.
Proposed Houston Ship Channel User Fee Outlined in Special Public Meeting
On Tuesday, May 21, following its regular monthly meeting, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority conducted a Special Public meeting to provide an important public update on the proposed user fee to help finance the ongoing Houston Ship Channel Expansion – Project 11.
New Substation on Bolivar Peninsula Will Improve Service Reliability
Bolivar Peninsula residents will soon benefit from a new distribution substation located near Surfside Drive, which is close to the Big Store on Hwy 87 in the Crystal Beach community.
Turner Construction Breaks Ground on $41 Million Texas A&M University at Galveston Project
Turner Construction Company was awarded a $41 million contract to build an engineering classroom and research building for Texas A&M University at Galveston in Galveston, Texas.
Turner Construction Makes Progress in Reducing Carbon Footprint of Operations
Turner Construction Company is actively testing new to-market equipment and innovative processes to drive transformational change in construction operations and achieve commitments to reduce its environmental footprint.
Congressman Greg Casar Delivers $850K for Huston-Tillotson University Renovations
The $850,000 grant will be used by Huston-Tillotson to renovate two residence halls and the 1960s student union.
H-E-B Closes on Land Deal to Develop Distribution Campus in Hempstead
To support the company’s growing business, H-E-B finalized a land purchase for nearly 500 acres in Hempstead, where the company has plans to build a distribution campus that will be developed in multiple phases.
$385K in Additional Funding Secured for San Antonio’s Las Palmas Branch Library Renovation
San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) has secured $385,000 in additional funding for the renovation of the Las Palmas Branch Library, located at 515 Castroville Rd.
Biden-Harris Administration Showcases Historic Infrastructure Progress During Infrastructure Week
As Infrastructure Week unfolds, the administration is urging bipartisan cooperation and continued congressional support for key programs, such as the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Harris Health System Breaks Ground on Northeast Houston Hospital
The project signals the start of Harris Health’s $2.9 billion investment in its multiphase, multiyear strategic facilities plan to add a new Level-I capable trauma hospital, renovate the current LBJ facility, expand the capacity of existing Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital, and add three new health centers in Northwest, Southwest and Eastern Harris County.
JE Dunn Construction Recognized as a US Best Managed Company
JE Dunn Construction has been selected as a 2024 US Best Managed Company Gold Standard winner.
Manhattan Construction Co. Recognized as Top Safety Leader Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors
Manhattan Construction Co. announced it has earned a National Safety Pinnacle Award from Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), which was presented at the 34th annual Excellence in Construction® Awards during ABC Convention 2024 in Orlando, Florida.
Noble Builders Solidifies Partnership with OSHA for Enhanced Safety Measures
Noble Builders announced its recent partnership signing with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Hellas Hosts a HUB Meet and Greet for Austin ISD 2022 Bond Package
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 Allocates $150M for IAH Terminal B Transformation
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.
SMBR Partners with EBGI to Empower Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Businesses
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).
Dallas-Fort Worth Leads Nation in Construction Job Growth
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.
San Antonio Joins U.S. Cities in Transforming Construction Waste Management
In the U.S., cities are enacting new policies to reduce construction waste and promote circular practices.
City of Houston, METRO to Repair Hazardous Road Conditions Along Westheimer
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.