Construction
Dallas-Fort Worth Leads Nation in Construction Job Growth
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…
Improving Contractor’s Safety and Health Efforts
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…
TxDOT Weighs Texas 288 Toll Lane Termination
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…
KDW Expands in Central Texas with Austin Office Opening
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…
Houston Adds 100K Jobs for Third Consecutive Year, Surpassing Estimates
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…
San Antonio City Council Passes $4.4M Grant Agreement for Zarzamora Street
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.
Houston Awarded $43 Million Grant for Gulfton and Kashmere Gardens Communities
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.
NAMC Readies Opportunity For the Dallas/Fort Worth Community
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…
TxDOT’s Two Oldest Divisions Mark a Century of Excellence
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…
Builders Optimistic Despite Sector Decline
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: I-35 Corridor Construction to Continue
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…
KDW Expands into Austin with New Office Opening
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…
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