The Senate's Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations is scheduled to release its report on Caterpillar's tax practices on Monday ahead of its April 1 hearing on the construction and mining equipment manufacturer's strategies to mitigate its tax burden.
Monday, March 31, 2014
Athlon names Aaron Donald one of ACC's top players in BCS era
A short while back, Athlon named their top ACC defensive linemen in the BCS era and included Pitt star Aaron Donald.
EverDeep, Beauty Secrets from the Depth of The Ocean
Algae are a miraculous, abundant resource from the sea and their vital properties come from algae's natural physical resilience and nutrient-rich composition.
Sunday, March 30, 2014
Fairbanks Council rejects proposed labor contract
The Council Monday night voted 4-2 against advancing a proposal to give 42 employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers a 2.5 percent increase in salaries and benefits in 2014 and 2 percent salary increases in 2015 and 2016.
Registration forms for Seminar and Golf Tournament
Registration forms for the Technical Seminar and Golf Tournament are now online. Registration for the golf tournament is due by April 5....
Please visit this blog at its new home
Thanks for visiting. New posts for Changing Construction can now be found on the Geedra blog.
Saturday, March 29, 2014
MBTA shuts down Government Center station as $82M upgrade begins
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority's $82 million renovation of the Government Center subway station commenced over the weekend, kicking off a years-long effort that will see the busy transit stop closed during most of the planned construction.
Poland Construction Market: New market analysis published
The report presents detailed data on market growth dynamics for the construction industry in Poland.
6 ways to improve your credit
With so much riding on your credit score, it pays to check your records on all three credit agencies annually.
Friday, March 28, 2014
Athlon names Aaron Donald one of ACC's top players in BCS era
A short while back, Athlon named their top ACC defensive linemen in the BCS era and included Pitt star Aaron Donald.
Insider Selling: Jon P. Vrabely Sells 6,117 Shares of Huttig Building Products Stock
Huttig Building Products CEO Jon P. Vrabely sold 6,117 shares of the company's stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, March 25th.
Finance minister to monitor housing market after BMO mortgage rate cut
A woman leaves a Bank of Montreal branch in downtown Vancouver, in a March 22, 2011 file photo.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
The coming job apocalypse
As a general rule, more Americans work than do the citizens of other advanced economies.
Sales of new US homes fell 3.3 percent in February
Sales fell to their slowest pace in five months, a sign that the housing market has yet to recover fully from brutal winter weather.
The AACE-ETS section now has a Facebook page. Facebook users can view the page by clicking the icon at the top of the AACE-ETS website....
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
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The death toll from a massive landslide in Washington state stood at 24 on Wednesday, but the mud-stricken community braced for a higher body count as search teams combed through debris looking for scores of people still missing four days after the disaster.
Builder says drought taking toll on local construction industry
However, David Schefe says most of the jobs are going to outside contractors and local builders are still reliant on the traditional rural industry for work.
Summer splash starts May 3 at Golden Nugget
Golden Nugget Biloxi will debut Bubba Gump Shrimp Factory in April and its new tropical swimming pool in May with the launch of Hydrate@H20 Summer Concert Series and Pool Party.
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Poll for Construction Estimators
Our friends over at�Software Advice are conducting a poll about current practices in construction estimation.
You can take the 5-minute poll here.
Tags: Architects, construction, construction estimating, construction manager, construction software
Metro Line 12 Consortium Makes Statement
[GlobeNewswire] - MEXICO CITY -- Empresas ICA, S.A.B. de C.V. and , the largest infrastructure and construction company in Mexico, informed today that the consortium of which it is part for the construction of the Metro ...
Monday, March 24, 2014
Flood insurance rate hike could affect home sales
Flood insurance for Teresa Secord's modest La Crosse home cost her $525 last year.
Horns add another lineman to 2015 class
Charlie Strong is practicing what he preaches when it comes to building his team from the inside out.
AECOM named one of the - World's Most Ethical Companies' for fourth-consecutive year
AECOM Technology Corporation was named a 2014 World's Most Ethical Company by the Ethisphere Institute.
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Bill Lorenzini named Light & Power lead lineman
Fort Morgan Light and Power Superintendent Doug Linton recently promoted 12-year veteran journeyman lineman Bill Lorenzini to lead lineman, according to a city news release.
Press release distribution, EDGAR filing, XBRL, regulatory filings
These four directors ... )--Puget Technologies announces an exclusive service center partnership with Shenzhen Weistek Company, the award-winning manufacturer of personal 3... )--While most Americans understand the importance of saving for retirement, taking the necessary steps to build an adequate nest egg continues to lag on their priority ... (more)
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Midtown New Mexico Highway 48 stakeholders meeting set
A stakeholders meeting for the New Mexico Highway 48 realignment through Midtown Ruidoso is set for March 27, at the Ruidoso Community Center on Sudderth Drive in School House Park.
Shakira: "Education is not a luxury"
Preview: The internationally renowned singer Shakira is also an advocate for education, and has funded the construction of schools in poor communities.
Hornby Bay Completes $100,000 Unsecured Promissory Note Financing
The Notes are due 18 months from the date hereof and bear interest at a rate of 9.0% per annum, payable monthly.
Friday, March 21, 2014
Getting Contractors to Man Up
Adam Carolla is host of ?Catch a Contractor,? a new TV series that promises to force unscrupulous contractors to make amends.
Home Forecast Calls for Pain
Home Forecast Calls for Pain: Home prices are expected to drop 2.5% this year and rise just 1.1%...
Graphic Packaging aggressive growth plan
The UK Office of Fair Trading has closed submissions regarding any concerns in relation to Graphic Packaging Holding Company and its acquisition of Benson Group.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
DOE to Investigate Whistle-blower Firing at Nuclear Plant
Busche, the former manager of Environmental and Nuclear Safety at the Hanford Waste Treatment Plant, who was terminated three months after she filed a second whistle-blower retaliation complaint with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration .
North Dakota wants you: Seeks to fill 20,000 jobs
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Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Midtown New Mexico Highway 48 stakeholders meeting set
A stakeholders meeting for the New Mexico Highway 48 realignment through Midtown Ruidoso is set for March 27, at the Ruidoso Community Center on Sudderth Drive in School House Park.
Monitor: Big Banks Satisfy Mortgage Settlement
The nation's four biggest banks slashed billions of dollars from mortgages and other debts, enough to satisfy their obligations under a national mortgage settlement that stemmed from so-called robo-signing.
Interior design niche
Interior Sanctuaries provides interior designs and architecture for health care and commercial businesses.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
Solar panels in Fort Mill help fuel York Electric's portfolio
If you're a York Electric Cooperative customer, at least a fraction of the power used to charge your phone or light your home came from 92,960,000 miles away – the distance to Earth from the Sun.
Collaboration Brings About Innovation
COOS BAY, OREGON ? September 2013 ? ?Building Strong Foundations for a Better Future? is not just a mission statement, but he driving force behind every project to which West Coast Contractors (www.westcoastcontractors.com) commits. Heavy construction projects bring social and environmental impacts, and to complete these projects without negative effects, contractors must be flexible.
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As one of the premier marine and heavy construction contractor companies in the Pacific Northwest, West Coast Contractors continuously works hand in hand with communities to ensure safe, innovative, and cost-effective solutions for the most challenging of construction projects. Whether a project takes place in the water or on land, WCC consciously adapts to the stringent social and environmental needs they face.
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WCC and Anderson Construction Co. paved the way to a new, state-of-the-art NOAA facility in Newport, Oregon. WCC?s in-water portion of the project included the driving and installation of pier piles, fender piles, and pier planks using a barge mounted, GPS-guided template (1,400 ft long pier for NOAA?s Pacific Coast fleet). The company also performed dredging, mitigation excavation, and concrete pouring work. While constructing the docks for the facility, WCC worked alongside NOAA to minimize its effects on the marine life and ensure that the highest environmental standards were met.
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Another notable marine construction project for West Coast Contractors, recently, was the rebuilding of a historic fishing pier in Trinidad. Due to an extremely limited in-water work period, WCC had a narrow window to replace the debilitated 70-year-old pier. Crab season, a vital part of the local economy took place during construction.
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WCC came up with a solution that kept work on-schedule and allowed crab fishing to thrive. By day, the company used its crane and equipment to construct the new pier. At night, second-shift crane operators were delegated to assist the fishermen with unloading their catch. They used the crane to lift crab-filled bins from boats and placed them in an accessible area near the shore to load onto trucks. Both the fishermen and the town were thrilled that they were able to bring their catch to market and maintain a source of income.
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Examples such as these are a common occurrence for the WCC team, exemplifying the intangible quality that brings them success on every project. WCC continues to exceed expectations on each project they take on.
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Find more information by visiting www.westcoastcontractors.com or contact Michael Mitchell at Christie Communications at mmitchell@christiecomm.com
Press release distribution, EDGAR filing, XBRL, regulatory filings
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Monday, March 17, 2014
WPLG Channel 10 purchased by Warren Buffett
Berkshire Hathaway is a holding company headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. It wholly owns GEICO, Dairy Queen, Fruit of the Loom, Helzberg Diamonds and NetJets.
South Korea: At Least 10 Die as Resort’s Roof Collapses
The roof of a resort?s auditorium collapsed during an orientation ceremony for university freshmen in southeastern South Korea, officials said Tuesday.
Top Political 'Heavy Hitters' Give to Democrats
Unions and groups that support Democratic candidates and groups are among the top all-time donors, according to a new report.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
Developers Cater to Two-Wheeled Traffic in Portland, Ore.
Developers Cater to Two-Wheeled Traffic in Portland, Ore.: Portland is nationally recognized as a...
India Globalization Capital Provides Update on Acquisition and Diversification Strategy
[GlobeNewswire] - Bethesda, Maryland -- India Globalization Capital, Inc. (NYSE MKT: IGC), announced that it has commenced a comprehensive review of potential acquisition candidates as part of its previously stated diversification ...
Saturday, March 15, 2014
The Stocks Buffett Is Increasing His Ownership in Through Buybacks
Investors often look for companies that are aggressive in repurchasing their own shares.
Home Forecast Calls for Pain
Home Forecast Calls for Pain: Home prices are expected to drop 2.5% this year and rise just 1.1%...
Friday, March 14, 2014
Political notebook: Cue the feedback
When the GOP faithful gathered in Macon to hear the primary candidates for U.S. Senate last week, juggling nine microphones presented problems for the sound man.
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Tutor Perini to Participate in the UBS Engineering & Construction One-on-One Conference
[Business Wire] - Tutor Perini Corporation , a leading civil and building construction company, today announced that management will be meeting with investors at the UBS Engineering & Construction One-on-One Conference in New York City on Wednesday, March 12, 2014.
Student linemen host climbing fundraiser as benefit to Shriners Hospital
More than 75 students at the Northwestern Lineman College participate in a climb-a-thon to raise funds for Shriners Hospitals for Children on Saturday in Oroville.
Hospital?s Plan to Expand Angers Many in Park Slope, Brooklyn
New York Methodist Hospital?s proposed outpatient center would dwarf the surrounding brownstones and cause traffic congestion, some residents say.
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
The Construction Contractor's Digest | Construction Executive Advisory
Sam,
Thank you for your gift of a book and kind note. These are both treasures.
I have thought about your question concerning what to do with the book that demanded a large investment on your part.
Here is a partial answer, I will think about this over the next month and drop you a note or two.
Books, as you know, are slow movers unless you are Oprah. This is good and bad. Good ? a steady flow of interests over years as people discover yours. Bad ? not the immediate recognition it deserves.
So, the fun part of this is the creation of marketing support and selling it. You have time to do both. Here are some things we do:
? Weblog ? I continue to write sparingly on it but, it keeps the rankings up and does generate some engagement with people in the industry
? Newsletter ? some of this is work but, it is not if you like to write. Each time it publishes, there is some feedback from your readers.
? Commercial website with a shopping cart ? this helps establish presence and sell books.
? IPhone ? have the Square credit card commerce service ? if I meet someone and happen to mention construction. We find our way to talking about my books. I might sell one and take their credit card right then and there ? $2.75 per swipe charge. I can be a sales person at times and it is fun.
? Electronically convert it ? it is a lower margin but, higher / more widespread (worldwide) distribution. Both of mine are. The third which will be based on PhD research is my ?opus?. It is a construction business system that is along the lines of ?Good to Great?. It will be real charge to perfect it and publish it. I am ?amped? (Late 2013)
Your publisher can help in several ways to market ? most don?t since the ROI in book publishing is single digits ? so many are just printers with a rolodex of contacts to send samples to ? then they play catch with any orders that may result ? (they don?t sell or market). That leaves you to the be the chief believer ? salesperson and marketer ? of the book.
What comes to mind for you ? this is my sense ? that you could have a lot of fun visiting book clubs, libraries, associations and bookstores across the U.S. (maybe elsewhere). As long as somebody buys a required number, you tell them you will show up. Jet Blue / SW Airlines / Hotwire / a hybrid car etc. make travel cheap and string a few close cities together and you may make a profit. Throw in a 2 hour breakfast meeting at Association Y and then a strategic planning session / future trends speech and you have made a couple of dollars.
University students need to hear about managing labor, field experience, negotiation skills among other expertise you have. Many of them will thank you at the end of the course. They will realize the wisdom and that you cared to tell them about ?reality?.
Not glamorous but, this is the life we choose as authors, writers, advisors and educators.
As far as your statement about your last book, I don?t know if you are accurate. Never ask a NFL player his future plans after the Super Bowl or an author after his / her last book. A person?s perspective is sensitive to time and in the football player?s case, one that reflects his tired / hurt body after an 8 month season.
I know of no one who ever stopped writing. They write something until their ?cold, dead fingers? are removed from pen / laptop.
To me, being significant is most important in this professional life. It is not shared by everyone but, then again I am a believer in what I believe.
More later.
Matt
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