Construction begins on $55 million Port Everglades Bypass project

Florida 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... Continue reading

Florida 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... Continue reading

Florida 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... Continue reading

Florida 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... Continue reading

Florida 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... Continue reading

By 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... 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: AEC Mentor Program of Northeast Florida inspires... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The construction industry added 39,000 jobs last month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment grew by 270,000 jobs or 3.4%. Non-residential construction employment led the way,... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Construction to replace the signalized intersection of Ringling Boulevard and Pine Place in Sarasota with a modern roundabout is anticipated to begin April 29. This project will complete a string of roundabouts along Ringling Boulevard: Palm Avenue, Pineapple Avenue, Orange Avenue, and now Pine Place.... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Gov. Ron DeSantis this week announced investments to strengthen the state’s defenses against hurricanes through infrastructure improvements, beach fortification and support for homeowners. Infrastructure funding through the Resilient Florida Grant Program which provides grants to strengthen coastal and inland communities against the impacts of flooding.... Continue reading