Month: August 2025

Construction Employment Grows Slightly in July While Spending Falls on Project Delays Florida Construction New s Construction employment edged up by 2,000 jobs in July, even as overall construction spending fell by 0.4 percent in June, according to new federal data analyzed by the Associated General Contractors of America. The... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the Florida Transportation Builders’ Association (FTBA) have announced the winners of the 2025 Best in Construction awards, recognizing exceptional contributions to Florida’s transportation infrastructure. The annual awards, presented in partnership with FDOT, celebrate FTBA contractor members whose work... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The city of Tampa has completed a $93 million upgrade to the nearly 100-year-old David L. Tippin Water Treatment Facility, marking a major step in modernizing the city’s water infrastructure. City officials say the improvements will enhance water quality, increase operational efficiency and help meet... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer CAMCON is laying the groundwork for a project that’s ‘bigger than construction’ — it’s about creating a place of healing, comfort, and stability for families facing some of life’s most difficult challenges. The South Florida-based builder has started site preparation for a new Ronald McDonald... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Collier County has been selected as the top priority for funding on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ FY 2025 State Home Construction Grants list, bringing a long-anticipated veterans nursing facility one step closer to reality. The federal designation paves the way for construction of... Continue reading