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Preserve at Fredericksburg Takes Home Large Wins
Pacific Coast Builders Conference Honors CF Jordan with Grand Awards - July 18, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Balfour Wind Energy Constructors Delivers Alta Wind Energy Center Phase I
The Balfour Wind Energy Constructors (BWEC) joint venture recently completed construction of the Alta Wind Energy Center- Phase I project, developed by Terra-Gen Power, LLC. This project marks the beginning of the new wind center, which will ultimately generate enough energy to sustain the... - July 13, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Balfour Beatty Construction Acquires Howard S. Wright
Balfour Beatty Construction announces today that it has closed on an agreement to acquire Howard S. Wright, one of the oldest contractors on the West Coast, with significant operations in Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, and Phoenix. The acquisition is a strategic step forward for both companies,... - June 30, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
National Training & Certification Seminar for Chinese Drywall Inspection and Remediation Held by the Building Envelope Science Institute in Orlando
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s next National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held August 22-23, 2011. This is the most comprehensive two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - June 30, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Sansbury & Associates Now Represent Metal-Era in Virginia
Sansbury & Associates will be representing Metal-Era’s full line of Roof Edge Solutions, Edge Systems One and Airflow Solutions. - June 25, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Balfour Beatty Establishes South Central Region, Names Doug Jones CEO
Balfour Beatty Construction has named Doug Jones Chief Executive Officer of its South Central region, which serves clients in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arkansas, and includes a satellite office in Tennessee. In his new role, Jones will oversee strategy and operations for the... - June 24, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
U.S. Concrete Launches New Website
U.S. Concrete, Inc. (Nasdaq: USCR) announced today the launch of phase one of its new, improved and redesigned corporate website www.us-concrete.com. The new website provides enhanced navigation and user experience, and aims at showcasing the company’s sustainability practices, specialty... - June 22, 2011 - US Concrete
Paul Primavera Joins Metal-Era as Midwest Regional Sales Manager
Responsible for overseeing and supporting the sales efforts of Roof Edge Solutions, Edge Systems One and Airflow Solutions for 14 states. - June 18, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Shea Properties Adds Two Real Estate Veterans to Executive Team: Bryan McGowan and J.J. Abraham
Commercial real estate and capital markets veteran Bryan McGowan has been named chief operating officer and chief financial officer of Shea Properties, company officials announced today. - June 17, 2011 - Shea Properties
Stephen Dent Construction Bidding on New Wisconsin Center for the Arts Building
Rumors of a new Wisconsin Center for the Arts building have been circulating for quite some time, and were finally validated last week by the Wisconsin City Counsel. The project has been opened up for bidding, and Stephen Dent Construction was one of the first companies to enter their... - June 12, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
MetalEra.com Adds Animations
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, introduces the addition of 11 animations. The animations are designed to help architects, roof consultants, roofing contractors and other design professionals better understand the effects of commercial... - June 11, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Stephen Dent Construction Announces 250 Days Without Accident or Injury
Stephen Dent Construction has long been considered one of the safest construction companies in the greater Milwaukee area, and today they announced a landmark milestone-250 days without accident or injury. The issue of workplace safety has always been a hot button issue, and undoubtedly the cost... - May 28, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
U.S. Concrete Sponsors GreenerBuilder 2011
U.S. Concrete, Inc. has been named the signature sponsor of GreenerBuilder 2011. Organized by the U.S. Green Building Council – Northern California Chapter, GreenerBuilder is an opportunity for construction industry professionals to be on the leading edge and explore “what’s now... - May 27, 2011 - US Concrete
Stephen Dent Construction Announces Deep Green Building
Stephen Dent Construction will now be using deep green materials whenever possible for all construction in the greater Milwaukee area. - May 27, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
Green Building at Stephen Dent Construction
At Stephen Dent Construction, safety has always been the most important part of the mission statement. They provide their employees with the latest, top of the line safety equipment, and they only use non-toxic, environmentally friendly products. Stephen Dent is a family company, and as such, they... - May 27, 2011 - Stephen Dent Construction
New Metal-Era President, Tony Mallinger, Takes the Reins
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, announces that Tony Mallinger has been promoted to President, effective immediately. Since 2001, Tony served as Metal-Era’s Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Sales. Throughout his tenure... - May 27, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Luxurious 2411 Washington Apartments to be Built by CF Jordan Construction
New Apartment Homes Coming to Houston. - May 21, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Mercado del Barrio Honored with Neighborhood Planning Award
Barrio Logan project selected for "innovative planning principles that create sustainable neighborhoods that have lasting value." - May 20, 2011 - Shea Properties
CF Jordan Construction Awarded Georgia Southern University Project
Energized new student housing coming to GSU - May 20, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
CF Jordan Construction Awarded The Venue at Montecillo in El Paso
CF Jordan to build first Smart-Growth community in El Paso. - May 19, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Metal Fascia & Coping Systems Now Embossed with "ES-1 Tested"
Metal-Era, Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, announces that it is now stamping all ANSI/SPRI ES-1 tested fascia and coping systems with the words “ES-1 Tested.” Metal-Era’s wide range of perimeter edge metal systems are engineered to... - May 14, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
The Preserve at Fredericksburg Wins 2010 Gold Nugget Merit Award
CF Jordan Construction, a leading Texas based commercial construction and construction management company, recently received the 2010 Gold Nugget Merit Award for Best Multi-Housing Project by Builder & Developer magazine. The award was received in the category for Best Multi-Family Housing... - May 08, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
CF Jordan Construction Named One of America’s Safest Companies for 2010
EHS Today Magazine Honors CF Jordan - May 07, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
CJ Sharp Joins Metal-Era as Southeast Regional Sales Manager
Responsible for overseeing and supporting sales efforts for 10 states. - May 05, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
CF Jordan Construction Awarded Traxxas Corporate Campus Project
Upscale Headquarters will Add to Thriving Community - April 29, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
U.S. Concrete’s Wally Johnson Receives NRMCA 2011 Chairman’s Award
U.S .Concrete is proud to announce that the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) has awarded its 2011 Chairman’s Award to Wally Johnson, U.S. Concrete’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. The Chairman’s Award is one of the most prestigious awards in the industry... - April 27, 2011 - US Concrete
Shea Properties Signs Three Leases Totaling 750,000 Square Feet at Shea Center Ontario
Emser Tile renews for 400,000 SF, Aeolus Down takes 245,000 SF of new space and Caterpillar renews 105,000 SF - April 26, 2011 - Shea Properties
AGC Honors CF Jordan with First Place in Construction Safety Excellence Award
National award for local CF Jordan Construction’s safety program - April 22, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction
Innovative Contracting Helps Balfour Beatty Build $59 Million Forest Park Medical Center
On March 25, Balfour Beatty Construction received the Notice to Proceed on a new $59 million campus in Frisco, Texas. Known as Forest Park Medical Center, the project represents a significant milestone for the physician-owned complex, which has grown significantly since opening its first surgical... - April 21, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Tracy Browne, Angela Floyd Named Corporate Vice Presidents at Balfour Beatty Construction
Balfour Beatty Construction has appointed Tracy Browne as corporate vice president of sustainability and Angela Floyd as corporate vice president of business improvement. In her new role, Browne will leverage her past direction of the company's national sustainability task team to include the... - April 20, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Balfour Beatty Construction Announces New Georgia President
Industry leader Frank Spears to head Georgia Division. - April 15, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Metal-Era's Rooftop Talk Premieres
Metal-Era Inc. Introduces a New Online Video Series for the Roofing Industry - April 14, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Terrapin Modular Buildings Pave the Way for the Future
Modular building is fast becoming the method of choice in the construction industry. Terrapin has been at the forefront of this industry for over 60 years, and is continually striving to be a market leader. Its partnership with Avanti architects reflects this. - April 11, 2011 - Terrapin Ltd
Shea Properties Opens New Office in Downtown Los Angeles
Aliso Viejo based real estate firm sees bright future in the region. - April 07, 2011 - Shea Properties
BESI Holds National Training & Certification Seminar for Defective (Chinese) Drywall Inspection and Remediation
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s next National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held April 11-12, 2011. This is the most comprehensive two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - April 01, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Metal-Era's Thom Cain Promoted to Northeastern Regional Sales Manager
Metal-Era Inc., the national leader in commercial roof edge and roof ventilation solutions, announces that Thom Cain has been promoted to Northeastern Regional Sales Manager. He will be responsible for overseeing and supporting the sales efforts of Roof Edge Solutions, Edge Systems One and Airflow... - March 31, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
U.S. Concrete’s Dallas/Ft. Worth Plants Achieve Green-Star Status for Outstanding Environmental Performance
U.S. Concrete, Inc. today announced that the National Ready-Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) has granted the prestigious NRMCA Green-Star Certification to all of its plants in its Redi-Mix Concrete, LLP operation in Dallas/Fort Worth. - March 29, 2011 - US Concrete
Remediation Performed for Structures with Defective Drywall Should be Done Properly the First Time, According to BESI
The Building Envelope Science Institute’s National Training & Certification Seminar on “Chinese” or Defective Drywall in America for inspection and remediation is being held on April 11-12, 2011 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This is the most comprehensive course two-day course offered and is accepted by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) for sixteen (16) recertification credits. - March 24, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
U.S. Concrete Precast Group Announces Promotion of Dale Godwin to General Manager
U.S. Concrete Precast Group today announced the promotion of Dale Godwin to General Manager for its Phoenix, Arizona operation. He succeeds Bonnie Wasson, a long-standing, valued member of the U.S. Concrete Precast Group who retired from her position after 25 years of devoted service. Godwin will... - March 21, 2011 - US Concrete
BESI's 15-Month Old BETA Home Proves Solution for Chinese Drywall Remediation Works
The Building Envelope Science Institute releases results of a 15-month old BETA home that contained defective Chinese drywall that was remediated using the protocol taught by the institute. Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) analysis results indicate no corrosion products on post remediation copper samples. - March 18, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
U.S. Concrete Recognized for Sustainable Concrete Construction, Greensite Award for Its Contribution to One World Trade Center, New York, New York
U.S. Concrete, Inc. (OTCBB: USCR) today announced that its subsidiary, Riverside Materials, LLC d/b/a Eastern Concrete Materials, Inc., was recently honored with the Reader’s Choice GreenSite Award for its contribution to One World Trade Center, New York, New York. Sponsored by The Concrete... - March 16, 2011 - US Concrete
U.S. Concrete Precast Group Completes the Production of High Strength, Green Concrete U-Beams for the Phoenix Sky Train Project
U.S. Concrete Precast Group has completed the production of 130 pre-stressed, green concrete U-beams for the Sky Train Project at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Production began in February of 2010 utilizing environmentally friendly concrete mix designs, EF Technology®, which can have a carbon footprint 30 percent lower than standard concrete mix designs. - March 11, 2011 - US Concrete
Artcraft Granite, Marble & Tile Co. Partners with HGTV Designer and Italy for Major Industry Event
Artcraft Granite, Marble and Tile Co. is partnering with HGTV “Design on a Dime” designer Ali Azhar and Tiles of Italy to create a bathroom space, live on the showcase floor at Coverings 2011, a premiere industry event in Las Vegas next week. - March 10, 2011 - Artcraft Granite, Marble and Tile
Five Concerns of Defective or Chinese Drywall, According to the Building Envelope Science Institute
Owners and contractors need to ensure that the Five Concerns of Chinese Drywall are addressed during the remediation process or they may be faced with having to remediate a second time; solutions have been developed by BESI to manage each concern. - March 08, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute
New Snap-on Covers Simplify Fascia Installation
Install fascia quicker with Perma-Tite Systems 200 and 300 new snap-on cover - no more crimping. - March 03, 2011 - Metal-Era, Inc.
Balfour Beatty Construction’s Ray Southern Listed as Top 100 Power Leader
South Florida Business Journal recognizes Ray Southern, President and Chief Executive Officer of Balfour Beatty Construction's Florida division, as a leader in South Florida's business community. - February 21, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Balfour Beatty Construction Delivers 1,700 Valentines to Military Veterans
Balfour Beatty Construction's divisions in California and Texas turn to some of the youngest artists in their communities to create and distribute Valentines to patients at local Veterans Associations hospitals. - February 11, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Balfour Beatty Construction Tops Out New Tower at 396 Alhambra in Coral Gables
On January 28, Balfour Beatty Construction celebrated the topping out of the new office tower at 396 Alhambra Circle in Coral Gables, Florida. The new tower marks the final stage in Key Realty Advisors’ vision to provide sustainable, Class A office space to businesses in the upscale community... - February 08, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Jeff Brannen Named Chief Legal Counsel for Charter Builders and SpawMaxwell
Balfour Beatty Construction has appointed Jeff Brannen senior vice president and chief legal counsel for two of its Texas divisions, Charter Builders and SpawMaxwell. In this role, Brannen will support the divisions’ legal needs, including those related to construction contracts, claims, and... - February 07, 2011 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Building Envelope Science Institute Contacted Government Agencies Regarding Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation Methods
The Building Envelope Science Institute has lead the way for inspection & remediation of structures with Defective Drywall by introducing one of the first protocols and providing solutions for Defective Drywall. The Institute reached out to government agencies after finding solutions for inspecting and remediating structures contaminated by defective drywall. - February 04, 2011 - Building Envelope Science Institute