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How do we design a car-lite future for our cities?

April 24, 2021 by builderkp

Stay-at-home orders during COVID-19 have led to at least one welcome side effect: cities around the world saw dramatic decreases … Read more

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National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction Starts May 3

April 24, 2021 by builderkp

In the construction industry, falls from height are continuously the leading cause of jobsite injuries, fatalities, and, as a result, … Read more

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Putting 'an offer on the table,' Republican senators unveil $568B infrastructure plan

January 6, 2022April 23, 2021 by builderkp

The Republican Roadmap announced yesterday leaves out the corporate tax increase that is part of President Joe Biden’s $2.3 trillion initiative.

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AIA honors exceptional designs with its COTE Top Ten Awards

April 23, 2021 by builderkp
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Industry Surveys Highlight the State of Women in Construction

April 23, 2021 by builderkp

Women in Construction Week is in full swing after starting on Sunday, March 7 and continuing through March 13th, helping … Read more

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Why planning is the heartbeat of your repetitive project

April 23, 2021 by builderkp

As a project manager, you should always think of the schedule as the heartbeat of your project. One of your … Read more

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