Florida awards millions for aviation, defense, and housing projects in northwest counties

Florida Construction News staff writer Pensacola State College, the city of DeFuniak Springs, Santa Rosa County, and Jackson County will receive funding for projects supporting the aviation and aerospace industry, the military and defense industry, and increase access to workforce housing. The following awards come from the Florida Job Growth... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Following a month-long Notice of Intent to Dispose (NID) period, the City of Pensacola has received two proposals for the redevelopment of the property at 925 E. Jackson Street. The city wants to transform the site into a community-focused housing project through a Community Land... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer B&I Contractors, Inc. has announced the promotion of Jason Grabowski to President and Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Jason will assume overall responsibility for the company’s strategic direction, operations, and continued growth. Jason Grabowski has been an integral part of B&I’s executive leadership... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Gainesville has completed the SW 62nd Boulevard Connector project a month ahead of schedule, linking the Newberry Road and Oaks Mall area with the Archer Road and Butler Plaza. Four other high-visibility road projects are currently in the works: University Avenue safety... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer A-1 Global Holdings, Inc. has announced the appointment of Miguel Amiuny to president, manufacturing, of A-1 Industries of Florida, Inc., a move that recognizes his contributions and dedicated tenure and underscores A-1’s commitment to leadership in manufacturing and innovation. Amiuny joined A-1 as director of... Continue reading

Florida Construction News special feature In the ever-evolving landscape of construction, technology has become a driving force behind innovation. Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) are two revolutionary tools that are reshaping the way construction projects are planned, executed, and managed. Let’s explore how BIM and... Continue reading

Special to Florida Construction News Recognized as a pioneer in manufacturing pre-engineered roof and floor trusses that combine visionary thinking with tried-and-true construction practices, A-1 Industries has taken wall production to the next level with its proprietary EZWALL® Innovative Framing Solution. Not only does the precut wall kit provide efficiency,... Continue reading

By Jennifer Brink, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) Summer in Florida means something else altogether for your business: increased energy needs and expenditures. Simply put, the intense heat brings measurable operational challenges. It’s no secret that during summer months, HVAC systems run longer to keep your business cool –... Continue reading

The 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: Florida budget includes $15 billion for transportation... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Florida’s economy grew by 21.9 percent from 2019 to 2024, nearly double the national growth rate of 11.1 percent during the same period. With an annual GDP close to $1.3 trillion, Florida remains one of the world’s strongest economies and leads the nation in new... Continue reading