The nonresidential category led the way with a 6% gain as total construction starts rose a seasonally adjusted 3% last month, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nonbuilding starts were down 4%, but residential was up by the same percentage as "the construction sector is seemingly shrugging off the fear of higher interest rates and a potential recession," said Richard Branch, chief economist for Dodge Construction Network.

In light of challenges imposed on global supply chains by the pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war, the US and allies in Europe, Asia and the Pacific are moving toward an arrangement that has been dubbed "friend-shoring," which entails strengthening mutual supply agreements and avoiding dealings with autocratic governments. "Favoring the 'friend-shoring' of supply chains to a large number of trusted countries — so we can continue to securely extend market access — will lower the risks to our economy, as well as to our trusted trade partners," Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said.

The cost of construction on the Project Connect rail expansion in Austin, Texas, has risen to $10.3 billion, 77% higher than the original estimate, due to inflation, rising property values and a planned tunnel under Lady Bird Lake. Austin voters approved a 20% property tax increase in 2020 to help fund part of the project, but the estimated costs have gone up before crews break ground on it.

This is an instructor-led course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrives. Skills covered in this course include first aid for sudden illnesses; injuries and protection from blood-borne pathogens; choking relief and sudden cardiac arrest for adults. This course is for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card in CPR and AED use to meet job, regulatory, or other requirements.

 

WHEN: Friday, May 20 | 8 a.m. - noon

WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

This course covers the OSHA Fall Protection Standards for construction and general industry and current fall protection methods. Course topics include principles of fall protection, components and limitations of fall arrest systems, and OSHA Standards and policies regarding fall protection. Students will participate in workshops demonstrating the inspection and use of fall protection equipment, residential construction fall protection, training requirements, and developing a fall protection program.

 

WHEN: May 24-26 | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

Topic: Heat Stress Prevention Strategies

Speaker: Sean Blakemore with McCarthy will share with us the benefits of utilizing Kinzen

 

WHEN: Wednesday, June 1 | 11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

The Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) reported 103 total trenching and excavation-related deaths. Prevent these accidents on your jobsite by taking the Excavations Hazards in Construction course. This class is covered by the Susan Harwood federal grant - a $250 value but FREE to you!

 

WHEN: 
English | Thursday, June 9 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Spanish | Friday, June 10 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center
11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229

Know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, and know when to secure your spot at our second annual Poker Night! This year, the event is NOT part of our Challenge Cup series – it's just for fun and networking with your industry peers. So register today to save your seat at the table, and get your poker face ready!

 

WHEN: Thursday, June 23 | 6-10:30 p.m.

WHERE: Humphrey & Associates Training Facility | 1501 Luna Rd, Carrollton, TX 75006

 

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Employee ownership has been a rapidly growing force in the AEC industry for decades, yet many owners are still learning how Employee Stock Ownership Plan (or ESOP) succession plans offer unique advantages with which conventional exit strategies simply cannot compete in many cases. 

 

The flexibility of the ESOP structure often provides a comprehensive strategy which can advance the interests of everyone involved in the organization, including owners, management, employees, and customers.