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This article discusses the Best of the Best 2023 projects recognized by ENR (Engineering News-Record), which represent the highest achievements in U.S. design and construction. The projects include the Microsoft Thermal Energy Center, which features a geothermal heating and cooling system, and the Geowell drilling project, which used drone flights for assessment. Other projects highlighted include the Kings Bay Dry Dock Recapitalization project, the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, the Orlando International Airport Terminal C, the Orange County Museum of Art, the 1021 O Street State Office Building, the UVA Inn at Darden - The Forum Hotel, the Mayo Clinic East Expansion, the John and Lile Gibbons Center for Arctic Studies and Barry Mills Hall at Bowdoin College, the Riverbend Meats Processing Plant, the Aston Martin Residences in Miami, the Primary Children's Hospital Hybrid Operating Room, the Martin Marietta Texas Quarry project, and the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. These projects showcase unique features, sustainability efforts, and overcoming challenges. [Extracted from the article]

The article lists the top 25 newsmakers, recognized for their contributions to decarbonization and overcoming structural challenges including Sean Beatty, Manager at Turner Construction, Joe Benvenuto, Chief Operating Officer at LIFTbuild, and Robert Buckley, President of Buckley & Co.

The article focuses on the Fargo-Moorhead Area Diversion project, an initiative aimed at managing flooding along the Red River in North Carolina. Topics include the region's history of floods, the project's significance for economic and community protection, and its unique split delivery concept involving the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Fargo-Moorhead Diversion Authority.

The article focuses on the ENR (Engineering News-Record) Best of the Best Projects of 2022. It highlights the top 20 construction projects in the U.S. that were completed between May 2021 and May 2022. It is reported that the projects were selected based on their teamwork, safety, overcoming challenges, innovation, and quality.

The article discusses the changing landscape of the construction industry for women. It highlights the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in construction, with experts emphasizing the need for women to embrace AI tools and demand access to them. Women leaders in the energy transition sphere also share their experiences and encourage other women to break barriers. The article also addresses the role of women in public service and the importance of advocacy and allyship from male executives. The need for pay equity and attention to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues in the industry is also discussed. [Extracted from the article]

Crews are close to completing a detour along the Teton Pass highway in Wyoming, which collapsed on June 8. The detour is being constructed to provide an alternative route for commuters, deliveries, medical care access, and tourism in the region. The detour will feature a bidirectional roadway with two lanes and concrete barriers for safety. The construction company, Evans Construction, has been praised for their quick response and collaboration with officials. The detour is expected to be paved and opened to traffic this week. [Extracted from the article]

In this article the author talks about the Colorado Dept. of Transportation (CDOT) creates plan based on conversations with residents across the state. topics discussed CDOT officials spent several months engaging residents from across the state via telephone town halls, booths at community fairs and festivals, online surveys and county meetings, and the views of CDOT's chief engineer Steve Harelson, on it.

In this article the author talks about the Rockies baseball organization swings for the fences in creating McGregor Square, which missing the link in Denver's Ballpark neighborhood. Topics discussed McGregor Square features office, hospitality and residential towers, two stories of underground parking and of retail and integrated outdoor spaces intended to provide the neighborhood's missing, and the views of John Yonushewski, senior principal at Stantec, on it.

The article focuses on career of Randy Okland who founded Okland Construction. Topics discussed include information on his efforts for staying on the job, making sure everything is done right and taking care of problems; information on projects of Okland Construction including Adobe Campus project; and Randy's passion for service like giving back to the community and seeking opportunities for personal involvement.

The article focuses on the aftermath and cleanup efforts following a bridge collapse in Reed Point, Montana, which resulted in ten railcars carrying hazardous chemicals falling into the Yellowstone River.

The article discusses the Geo Week conference held at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver from February 13-15, 2023. Topics include how drones are revolutionizing the construction industry, using geographic information system (GIS) technology to build smart cities, helping farmers and working on disasters. The conference featured several attendees including Jack Dangermond, founder of Esri; Kara Fragola, field engineer with Skanska Civil USA and others.

The article reports on the issuance by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers of a federal Clean Water Act Section 404 Record of Decision for the Northern Integrated Supply Project in northern Colorado as the final permit for its advancement. The project will be used as a water storage. Also cited is the comment by Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District (Northern Water) spokesperson Jeff Stahla on the project.

The article focuses on the construction of a football stadium at the Colorado State University. It mentions that the new stadium will help not only with recruitment of students, and states the use of stadium for football practice, soccer and lacrosse games, student events and concerts. It also presents the views of Joe Parker, athletic director at Colorado State University, reagrding the same.

The article presents a profile for electrical contractor services provider Cache Valley Electric Co. with firm's chief executive officer Jim Laub. Topics mention including focusing on its electrical construction division, firm's broad base of specialties such as signals and utilities projects, robust combination of transmission line and technology services and ranked third on ENR Mountain States top specialty contractors for 2016.

The article discusses efforts of construction contractors for building in extreme altitudes and environments, and strategy of contractor GE Johnson Construction Co. for it. It mentions the challenge for the firm to build Pikes Peak Summit Complex and concern over safety measures to protect workers in their journey to the mountain. It include comments from Jim Hopper of the firm, on the project.

The article discusses the increasing resort construction activities in Vail, Colorado. Topics discussed include the demolition of Lionshead Inn in April 2014, PCL Construction Services Inc. vice president and district manager Mike Harms' comment on the significance of the Lionshead project and factors that helped drive the demand for luxury condominiums.

The article focuses on the Denver, Colorado-based architecture and engineering firm OZ Architecture. It states that the company is best known for their influential role in helping create thriving communities. It notes that they are a generalist firm and have a series of partners that collaborate. It mentions the companies portfolio including designs for resort villages and dynamic cityscapes.

The article focuses on the business management of construction company Bowen Engineering. Topics mentioned include the importance of business strategy, the safety, quality, and production management, and the business development. Also mentioned are the insights of Aaron Purdue, vice president of operations at Bowen Engineering, on the construction techniques, and the construction program management.

The article offers information on the Sustainability, Energy and Environment Complex (SEEC) of the University of Colorado's (CU) East Campus in Boulder. Topics include the role of the SEEC as a new hub for environmental program, the importance of a high-performance energy-recovery system as a key to the facility's design, and the emphasis given by the SEEC project on CU's historically progressive goals for sustainability.

The article discusses the renovation of the 92-year old Natrona County High School in Casper, Wyoming. It states that it took three years to restore and blend the old building with complicated six-phase project. It notes that architecture companies Adolfson & Peterson (AP) Inc. and Bassetti Architects started the project in 2010. It mentions that the restoration includes field house, educational center, and theater space.

An interview with sculptor David Griggs is presented. He relates that his site-responsive designs and emphasis on transportation themes have emerged from his lifelong interest in things that move and his ability to listen to clients and translate their ideas into visual imagery. He admits that he spends a significant amount of time talking with and learning from the people who will be directly impacted by his projects. He relates how public art goes through a design approval process similar to that of an architectural design.

The article focuses on the sustainable schools initiative in the U.S. In 2007, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) recruited individuals to be trained on green school issues and serve as green-school advocates nationwide in conjunction with the launch of its sustainable schools initiative. According to Deb Kleinman, executive director of the USGBC Colorado Chapter, Colorado is being recognize as a leader in the initiative. Details of the initiative, along with the views of construction experts, are presented.

The article focuses on the design of the Julie McAndrews Mork Building of the Anchor Center for Blind Children in Stapleton, Colorado by architect Maria Cole of Davis Partnership. Sensory elements are integrated into the facility. Also integral to the new design are lighting and acoustics. Classrooms feature colors and textured walls. The angles of the ceilings and walls are designed specifically to address issues of echolation. Other features include a masonry wall which mimic Braille.

Features the University of Colorado Hospital Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion located at the university's Fitzsimons campus. Description of the hospital; Design of the hospital; Patient-friendly features of the hospital; Contributions of the people involved with the hospital and the university in designing the facility.

Focuses on the architectural design and construction of the King Lee and Shirley Nelson Residence Hall at the University of Denver in Colorado. Featured amenities; Materials used to build the facility; Architects, engineers and contractors involved in the project; Attributions to the success of the project.

Features Trautman and Shreve, a contractor for landmark projects in Colorado. Types of services offered by the company; Examples of projects completed by the company; Keys to the company's success.

Presents information on the industry trends among Colorado equipment dealers during the economic situation as of April 2002. Increase in the sales projection of Faris Machinery Co. for 2002; Inventory reduction at Ellen Equipment Corp.; Factors to be considered in building relationships in the contractor industry.

Discusses the increased involvement of the construction industry in the design of prisons in the United States. Reason for the expansion; Details on several prison construction projects in Louisiana; Benefits of prefabricated prison cells; Cost-effectiveness of the integration of technology in the operations of the prisons.

The article focuses on construction project by Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center owbed by RIDA Development Corp. designed by HKS Architects. It mentions subcontractors were involved in the three-year project, including multiple drywall, flooring, tile, painting, wallcovering and electrical subcontractors. It also mentions project was under an owner controlled insurance program (OCIP), which all specialty contractors were required to participate in.

The article presents an interview with the vice-president and district manager of construction company PCL's California Buildings group, Cathy Orquiola. Topics she discusses include her starting career in the construction industry, the contribution of her career background as being a former professional athlete to her job role and gender issues within the industry. She also discusses the situation of women and recruitment of minority groups in the industry.

Focuses on the challenges faced by Colorado contractors in constructing urban development sites, cultural facility upgrades and mixed-use projects. Difficulties encountered by R.E. Monks Construction in rock excavation for the Northern Water Reclamation Facility; Information on the specialized stabilization work being handled by Yenter Cos. for the Denver Center of the Performing Arts; Rehabilitation and reconstruction of the roadway at the summit of Guanella Pass in the Pike and Arapahoe national forests by American Civil Contractors.

Celebrates the 20 years in the construction business of Colorado-based firm MW Golden Constructors in July 2004. Construction management contract in 1989 with Haxtun High School in Colorado; Design-build projects of MW Golden; Goal of owner Mike Golden for the company.

Reports on the partnership formed by Gerald H. Phipps and Baker Concrete in laying the foundation of the football stadium Invesco Field in Denver, Colorado. Construction planning and preparations; Technique used in laying the foundation of the stadium; Approach to structural design.

The article reports on the development of technology-driven communities in the U.S. for connectivity to build smart city. Topics discussed include the tech and operations hub of Pena Station Next, and development of a master-planned smart community southwest of Denver called Sterling Ranch by Siemens AG.

The article focuses on the growth and expansion of the utilities construction company INTREN driven by the intuition, faith and passion of its chief executive officer (CEO) Loretta Rosenmayer. The company becomes a distribution contractor and hires early retirees for their experience, leadership and knowledge.

The article discusses the RoadX program of the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). It states that the program aims to improve transportation systems and implement mobility concepts. It mentions that the goal of the project is to partner with private sector in bringing formative technologies to improve the transportation in Colorado.

The article presents a profile for Colorado Springs general contractor and construction firm Nunn Construction Inc. president Ray Nunn. Topics mention including the building projects such as schools, churches and municipal center, focuses on community engagement and business development and his volunteer roles in the organizations which are important to him.

The article presents a profile for construction leader Peter Catchpole. Topics mention including his nomination for ENR's Legacy Award, keen observer to the environment and to the situation of engineering problem and directed the installation of the world's second high-voltage transmission line catenary structure in British Columbia.

Information about the annual convention of the trade organization Associated General Contractors of America held in Denver, Colorado from April 1 to 4, 2019 is presented. Topics of the event focus on the federal aid for infrastructure and inclusivity and diversification in workforce in the construction industry in the U.S.

The article focuses on the infrastructure upgrade and expansion at the Village Shores Senior Community in Richfield, Minnesota. Topics discussed include the addition of several senior housing units, incorporation of a primary-care medical center into the Market Plaza shopping center, and the initial opening in the parking garage ceiling.

The article offers information on the partnership of construction industry leaders in making the prevention of suicide cases in the workplace a priority. Topics include information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on ranking the construction industry with high risks of suicide, suicide-prevention expert Sally Spencer-Thomas's statement on the culture of stoicism and machismo in construction workplaces, and the implementation of coping strategies among construction companies.

The article features real estate developer Evan Makovsky, co-founder of commercial brokerage/mortgage company Shames-Makovsky Realty Co. in Denver, Colorado. It talks about the company's redevelopment of the Fontius Building on Block 162. Makovsky believes that the economic climate will be a short-term problem, and Denver will rebound quickly once the financial industry recovers. Makovsky, who was raised in Pueblo, where he lived until he left for college at the University of Denver (DU), formed the company upon graduating from DU.

Deals with the design of correctional facilities in the United States. Significance of the trend towards prefabricated construction; Use of precast concrete in building cells; Role of high-technology staffing in reducing a correctional facility's long-term expense.

The project includes a 220,000-sq-ft expansion of CU’s iconic Folsom Field. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Major milestones have been met as massive pipe work, pump stations and treatment plant projects come in $147 million under budget. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports on the renovation of the Craig Hospital, which required extreme planning and an immersive level of quality control to minimize disruptions for the critical care hospital and its highly sensitive patient population. Topics discussed include the construction of a 66 million U.S. dollars vertical addition headed by GE Johnson Construction Co. and how immersing their employees enabled them to renovate the hospital without disruptions.

The article discusses how creation of a compliance culture can help protect contractors from potential fraud liability, particularly for general contractors as they work with subcontractors. Douglas Maibach, executive vice president of contractor Barton Malow, explains that the best defense against fraud is good record-keeping, documenting best practices of the firm to reduce fraud and train employees to follow the guidelines. Regular audits are conducted by Barton Marlow to check compliance.