Construction begins on Paw Print Park, new project manager named

ERIC VOORHIS News Staff Writer LAKE PLACID — Wooden structures and fresh cut logs are being assembled into a playground behind the Lake Placid...

Intergraph® Introduces New SmartPlant® Materials Subcontractor Management ...

Jointly developed with CH2M HILL, new module improves subcontractor management, quality of deliverables and increase performance on capital projects HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- Intergraph® has introduced the newest module to its industry leading SmartPlant® Enterprise engineering solutions suite to enable engineering, procurement and construction companies (EPCs) to more easily manage plant design ...

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Get local and national news updates via E-mail. A rhythmic "Ker-chuck! Ker-chuck! Ker-chuck!" that in recent days has rolled through the cars stuck in Bragg Boulevard's rush-hour congestion is a signal: Traffic relief is coming, although it's still years away.

Ivanhoe Mines Reports Construction of Oyu Tolgoi Copper-Gold Complex on Schedule for Initial Test Production in 2012

ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA--(Marketwire - 09/07/10) - Robert Friedland, Executive Chairman of Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. (TSX: IVN - News )(NYSE: IVN - News )(NASDAQ: IVN - News ), and John Macken, President and Chief Executive Officer, said today that full-scale construction of the company's Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold complex is proceeding on schedule and the first ore now is expected to be processed during the ...

China Ruitai to Present at the Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference on September 15 at 10:50 am ET

China Ruitai International Holdings Co., Ltd. , a manufacturer and distributor of cellulose ether additives for use in the production of pharmaceuticals, construction materials, PVC products, foods and beverages and cosmetics, today announced that it will present at the Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference, to be held September 12-15, at the New York Palace Hotel in New York City.

Construction unemployment falls, but not in all sectors

WASHINGTON — The unemployment rate for the construction industry edged down to 17 percent in August compared to 17.3 percent one month earlier, according to the Sept. 3 employment report by the Department of Labor.

Construction unemployment falls, but not in all sectors

WASHINGTON — The unemployment rate for the construction industry edged down to 17 percent in August compared to 17.3 percent one month earlier, according to the Sept. 3 employment report by the Department of Labor.

Sterling Custom Homes Nears Completion of Escavara Home

Austin - Sterling Custom Homes is nearing completion of its $1 million home in Escavara, the most exclusive section of Flintrock Falls. Bucking the trend in the current banking climate, this leading Austin custom homebuilder is building the home at 111 Escavera Cove as a quick-delivery home.

Cost, lack of lots force builders outside Frederick Co.

"In Frederick County, it is almost impossible to build for the first-time buyer," said Dan Ryan, president of Dan Ryan Homes, which has been in Frederick for 20 years.

Aganlar Publish September Week 1 Construction Progress on Flickr

As part of keeping the market up to date with the progress of the their new Superyacht refit facility Aganlar boatyard are publishing weekly photo album updates of the construction progress. About Aanlar www.aganlar.com Aganlar was founded in 1961 by Erol Agan, a master Gulet builder and is now run by his two sons Mazlum and Erdem. When the extension is completed in ...

UK News

The UK construction industry is heading for a double dip recession, according to the latest Construction Products Association’s industry forecasts. They predict that construction will be the first m..

N Korea accepts flood aid offer

North Korea has asked South Korea to send rice, cement and construction equipment after devastating floods, southern officials say.

Government sets terms for construction of new terminal at Boryspil airport

The Ukrainian government has set equal terms for agreeing with Ukrainian and foreign constructors and materials suppliers on building Terminal D at Kyiv's Boryspil International Airport.

Construction issues on D118 agenda

The Danville District School Board will turn from contracts to construction Wednesday at its regularly scheduled business meeting.

Construction issues on D118 agenda

The Danville District School Board will turn from contracts to construction Wednesday at its regularly scheduled business meeting.

Opportunity for builders in Chch

The CEO of Master Builders says New Zealand has the skill and hopefully the numbers of builders needed to rebuild Christchurch to its former glory.

Frisco ISD new home starts increase 47 percent

Frisco ISD’s new home market remains the most active among Dallas?Fort Worth school districts, according to released statistics by School District Strategies.

Cost, lack of lots force builders outside county

Although the economy has taken its toll on home construction overall, many Frederick builders are finding it less costly and easier to build outside of the county

Cost, lack of lots force builders outside county

Although the economy has taken its toll on home construction overall, many Frederick builders are finding it less costly and easier to build outside of the county

One Modesto block bucks nationwide construction trend

Construction may be at a standstill elsewhere in Stanislaus County, but it is booming on one block of central Modesto. The 900 block of Enslen Avenue, in the middle of one of the city's most desired neighborhoods, has one custom home under construction, two major renovations under way, a couple of minor projects just completed and more about to start.

One Modesto block bucks nationwide construction trend

Construction may be at a standstill elsewhere in Stanislaus County, but it is booming on one block of central Modesto. The 900 block of Enslen Avenue, in the middle of one of the city's most desired neighborhoods, has one custom home under construction, two major renovations under way, a couple of minor projects just completed and more about to start.

A sinking home in the Eagle Creek subdivision (VIDEO)

DAPHNE, Ala. — Vera Landon moved into her home in 2006, along with her son Michael Quaider, 11, and her husband Michael, 53. The one-story Eagle Creek home on Landing Eagle Drive was just a few years old at the time and was no worse for the wear.

WATCH: Cat Flushes $40K Diamond Ring

Plumbers located the ring about halfway through the pipe, under the house. Business - Construction and Maintenance - Materials and Supplies - Pipe - Recreation

Tough Conditions In Australian Construction Sector Continue

Tough conditions in the Australian construction industry kept the sector in negative territory in August, survey data from the Australian Industry Group and Housing Industry Association showed Tuesday.

Insurance, construction shares stabilise

Some construction-related companies listed on the stock market slipped a little this morning after making big gains yesterday.

Construction activity weak in August: survey

Home building offsets improving commercial sector. 7 Sep 2010 10:05 AM

Construction activity remains weak

[AAP] - Activity in Australia s construction industry remained weak in August, with house building diving to its lowest level in 16 months, a survey showed.The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association ...

Australian Construction Contracted for Third Month in August, Survey Shows

Australia’s building industry shrank in August for a third straight month, a sign the central bank’s six interest rate increases between October and May are eroding demand for new dwellings.

Construction falls for fourth straight month

The construction sector's health waned for a fourth consecutive month in August, as fiscal stimulus continued to pull back.

Construction activity remains weak

Activity in Australia's construction industry remained weak in August, with house building diving to its lowest level in 16 months, a survey showed.

Construction falls for fourth straight month

The construction sector's health waned for a fourth consecutive month in August, as fiscal stimulus continued to pull back.

Construction activity remains weak

ACTIVITY in the construction industry was low in August, as a survey showed house building dived to its lowest level in 16 months.

Construction activity remains weak

Construction activity remains weak in August, with house building diving to its lowest level in 16 months.

Construction activity remains weak

Construction activity remains weak in August, with house building diving to its lowest level in 16 months.

Construction falls for fourth straight month

[ABC] - The construction sector s health waned for a fourth consecutive month in August, as fiscal stimulus continued to pull back.The Australian Industry Group and Housing Industry Association s Performance ...

Australia construction activity weak in Aug -survey

SYDNEY, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Australia's construction sector continued to contract in August as a 16-month low for house building outweighed a modest improvement in the commercial and engineering sectors, an industry survey showed on Tuesday.

Australia construction activity weak in Aug -survey

SYDNEY, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Australia's construction sector continued to contract in August as a 16-month low for house building outweighed a modest improvement in the commercial and engineering sectors, an industry survey showed on Tuesday.

Fire At Construction Site Under Investigation

A large fire at a construction site in Williamson County produced a plume of black smoke that could be seen for miles. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Downturn hammers struggling builders

Builders are losing their jobs and firms are slashing tender prices in a race to the bottom that is killing Wairarapa building's industry. The number of Masterton building consents has dropped by 20 per cent since the onset of the economic downturn and the rest of Wairarapa is faring little better.

Videos Show Arena Walls Going Up; Work Is "First Major Construction"

Amateur video shot by critics of Atlantic Yards as well as news videos show for the first time foundation walls going up around Barclays Center. An New York State spokesman called the latest activity, which includes work on an arena subway station, "the first steps of major construction."

Builders kept busy with city growth

BUSINESS is booming in Tamworth, according to new statistics released on Friday by Tamworth Regional Council.

WinStar Homes Under Construction at Brightwood Trails

Triangle - Cindy Morris, Vice President of WinStar Homes, is pleased to announce that exciting new homes are currently under construction at Brightwood Trails.

Construction of Garrett wind farm at standstill

Major construction on a Garrett County wind farm remains at a standstill more than one week after state environmental officials ordered a halt over violations related to water runoff and soil erosion controls. On Aug. 25 the Maryland Department of the Environment ordered Annapolis-based developer Synergics and contractor White Construction Company to stop work on the site until proper erosion ...

Construction of Dexter-Pinckney Road Bridge nearly complete

Construction on the Dexter-Pinckney Road Bridge is nearing completion. The bridge is scheduled to be opened on Friday following a six month reconstruction project by the Michigan Department of Transportation.

Building news: Approvals soar in July to $76.7m

Building news T HE number and value of construction projects in the Kingdom substantially increased in July, according to the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction.

Builders of NYC mosque face financial hurdles

NEW YORK (AP) — The developers planning to build a $100 million Islamic center near the World Trade Center site still have financial hurdles to clear: They haven't finished buying all the property they want for the project and are nearly a quarter-million dollars behind on real estate taxes and late fees.

Builders race to finish first S. Korea F1 track

A worker carries iron pipes near the main grand stand as visitors walk on the track at the Korean International Circuit under construction for the upcoming Korean GP in Yeongam.

Residential Construction Activity Up; Commercial Building Down

Construction activity continues to be a mixed bag of trends in San Diego County, with the residential side slowly improving and the commercial side still stuck in a rut.

Home Builders Scale Back as Real Estate Recovery Hits a Wall

Despite the worst recession in the nation’s history and other barriers that have dampened buyer demand, new-home construction is still happening in San Diego, just far off the levels that were seen only a few years ago.

A healthy construction industry equals a healthy economy

ePolitix.com speaks to Simon Storer, communications and external affairs director at the Construction Products Association, about the government's Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR).