Construction Industry News
- Construction begins on $55 million Port Everglades Bypass project May 9, 2024Florida Construction News staff writer Construction started on the Port Everglades Bypass Road, following a groundbreaking ceremony at the Broward County Convention Center Marshalling Yard in Fort Lauderdale. The $55-million infrastructure project involves the construction of a bypass road. This road will serve several important purposes: create a direct connection to the Broward County Convention […]FCN Staff writer
- Fort Lauderdale holds ceremonial demolition at city hall May 9, 2024Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Fort Lauderdale held a ceremonial demolition of the old City Hall this week. In his opening remarks, Mayor Dean Trantalis expressed gratitude to FEMA and the State of Florida for support in the city’s reconstruction efforts following a devastating flood in April 2023 that rendered the old […]FCN Staff writer
- Miami Beach starts renos at Flamingo Park Lodge May 8, 2024Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Miami Beach has held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of renovations on a 74-year-old lodge at Flamingo Park. Commissioners awarded the $1 million construction contract to AVR Contractors, Corp. in December 2023. Construction is expected to be completed in 2025. The renovated 1,730-square-foot structure in […]FCN Staff writer
- Pensacola Energy receives $10 million from feds May 7, 2024Florida Construction News staff writer Pensacola Energy was awarded $10 million in federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation to replace unprotected bare steel mains with polyethylene pipe throughout the City of Pensacola and Escambia County. Funding is from DoT’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administrations’ Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization […]FCN Staff writer
- Latest (May/June 2024) Florida Construction News magazine issue published May 2, 2024The latest magazine edition of Florida Construction News has been published. You can view it in page turning software online here, and if you would like to receive a hard-copy printed version, you can order through this link. Stories in this issue include: AEC Mentor Program of Northeast Florida inspires high school students; Broward County […]FCN Staff writer
- B&I promotes Matt Bright to senior project manager in West Central Region May 2, 2024Florida Construction News staff writer B&I Contractors Inc. has promoted Matt Bright to senior project manager in the West Central Region. “Matt has demonstrated dedication, outstanding performance, and commitment to our company’s core values,” the company said in a May 2 statement. “This achievement is a testament of his hard work and experience, and we […]Mark Buckshon
- Tallahassee breaks ground on second senior center May 1, 2024Florida Construction News staff writer Construction has started on the City of Tallahassee’s second senior center. When complete, this new facility will offer expanded programs for the rapidly growing population of active seniors, aged 50 and older. “Breaking ground on our second senior center marks a significant milestone that we’ve all been eagerly looking forward […]FCN Staff writer
- A-1 celebrates expansion of employee ownership plan at special events May 1, 2024Florida Construction News staff writer A-1 Global Holdings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of pre-engineered building components, announced a significant milestones in its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) during celebratory events April 25 and 26 at its Bainbridge and Fort Pierce locations. The company celebrated the addition of 235 employees to the ESOP, an expansion that […]FCN Staff writer
- How to unlock savings on your energy bill today with the FPL Business Energy Manager May 1, 2024By Jennifer Brink, FPL Energy Expert Florida Construction News special feature Did you know energy consumption is one of the biggest overhead costs for businesses, regardless of size or industry? From powering job sites to running office equipment, construction businesses’ energy use can add up quickly. That’s why it’s important to find ways to manage […]Special to Florida Construction News
- Renzo Piano Building Workshop selects Sarasota-based Sweet Sparkman Architects for new performing arts center May 1, 2024Florida Construction News staff writer After evaluating about 30 candidates for the role of Architect of Record for a new performing arts center in Sarasota, Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW) has selected Sweet Sparkman Architects. Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation and City of Sarasota selected RPBW in June 2023 as Design Architect for the project which will […]FCN Staff writer