New Jersey Debates Issues in Push To Build 3,500-MW Offshore Wind Program Debra K. Rubin November 21, 2018 No Comments Sector participants point to hurdles in transmission infrastructure, ratepayer costsRead More
Coal-Ash Cleanup Verdict Could Open Jacobs to Claims Mary B. Powers November 21, 2018 No Comments Federal jury said firm did not protect worker safety after major 2008 TVA site spill in Tennessee.Read More
Court: Bonding Required in Federal Contracts, Even If Not Spelled Out Mary B. Powers November 21, 2018 No Comments Decision says Miller Act rule for construction contracts is incorporated by law or public policy.Read More
Commentary on the California Wildfires What A Visit To The Woolsey Fire Taught Me Richard Korman November 18, 2018 No Comments Only a retreat from dense development and living in the fire-prone areas can prevent endless catastrophes.Read More
NTSB Cites Design Errors in Fatal Bridge Collapse Scott Judy November 15, 2018 5 Comments The engineer of record, FIGG Bridge Engineers, is disputing the claims made in the NTSB's latest update on the ongoing investigation into the fatal bridge collapse that occurred at Florida International University.Read More
Pipeline Safety NTSB Issues 'Urgent' Recommendations After Mass. Pipeline Explosions Tom Ichniowski November 15, 2018 No Comments Safety Board says state should require professional engineer review of gas-company plans and P.E. seal on drawings.Read More
Commentary on Law How To Make Sure Your Subs Can Finish The Work November 13, 2018 2 Comments As the struggle to find support intensifies, many contractors overlook the risk of subcontractor default.Read More
Construction Risk The Case For Designers Shouldering More Legal Responsibility A consultant and attorney says increased designer liability is good for construction Richard Korman November 13, 2018 14 Comments Why it would help if designers worked under a 'fiduciary responsibility' like doctors.Read More
Conference Reaffirms Strength of Design-Build Delivery Pam Radtke Russell November 12, 2018 One Comment Founding members and new research say design-build is 'better faster cheaper."Read More
Viewpoint Don't Rob State Transport Capital Funds to Fix Transit Ops Greg Lalevee November 8, 2018 One Comment NJ Transit needs big investment now, but not at the expense of infrastructure upgrades, says a union executive.Read More