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With lead times for concrete deliveries growing — and the cost of new trucks climbing — used volumetric mixer trucks offer contractors a timely and cost-effective way to take control of concrete production. 💬 Seth Bittick, VP of Operations, G Crete, LLC: “All mixers are great when they are new, but what matters is the support you get as they age.” 🌟 Key Benefits: ‣ Lower Cost, High Value: Used mixers deliver the same jobsite flexibility at up to 25% less than new models — with no Federal Excise Tax. ‣ On-Demand Control: Eliminate delivery delays and produce concrete anytime, anywhere — especially helpful as interest rates fall and projects accelerate. ‣ Minimal Learning Curve: With a little training, your existing crew can operate these systems using equipment you already own. 🔗 Read Fred Vincent's recent article exploring how used volumetric mixers help contractors scale faster and save more: [https://lnkd.in/gauUM3tc] #ConcreteProduction #VolumetricMixers #FleetManagement #ConstructionInnovation #UsedEquipment #ConcreteSolutions

As Executive Director of the Utah Department of Transportation, Carlos Braceras has helped guide the state through unprecedented growth with a people-first approach — focusing not only on delivering major infrastructure, but on building trust, communication, and a future-ready workforce. 🔹 Highlights: ‣ Under Braceras’ leadership, UDOT has redefined its mission to emphasize trust, transparency, and respect — seeing people, not just projects, as the agency’s greatest asset. ‣ Utah’s rapid population increase and limited developable land require complex planning. Major projects include the I-15 reconstruction and $2.1 billion in new freeway infrastructure for northwest Utah County. ‣ UDOT is tackling the workforce gap by engaging students early, boosting apprenticeships, and expanding internship programs across the state. 💬 Carlos Braceras: “Our currency is trust — trust with the public, with elected officials. You build that by doing things the right way, taking responsibility for mistakes, and continuing to treat people with respect.” 🔗 Read the full profile on Braceras' leadership and the future of Utah’s transportation system: [https://lnkd.in/gdMg5nX3] #UtahDOT #InfrastructureLeadership #TransportationPlanning #UDOT #CivilEngineering #PublicService #InfrastructureDevelopment #LeadershipInAction #PeopleFirst

A new report from TRIP A National Transportation Research Nonprofit reveals that Colorado motorists are losing $11.4 billion annually due to deteriorated roads, traffic congestion, and roadway safety challenges. 🔹 Key Takeaways: ‣ Poor Road Conditions: 24% of major roads are in poor condition, costing drivers $831 per year in vehicle operating costs ‣ Congestion & Crashes: Traffic delays and safety issues cost the state $4.8B and have contributed to a 49% increase in traffic fatalities over the past decade ‣ Funding Gap: Despite new investments, CDOT still faces a $350M annual shortfall — with $284M of that tied directly to pavement and maintenance needs 💬 David Kearby, CAE, Executive Director, TRIP: “Despite increased state and federal transportation funding in recent years, Colorado still faces a significant shortfall in funds needed to improve road and bridge conditions, ease congestion, and enhance safety.” 🔗 Read the full TRIP report to understand how transportation impacts Colorado’s economy and mobility: [https://lnkd.in/gFGBAaYJ] #TransportationFunding #ColoradoInfrastructure #TRIPReport

Lawrence Construction Company and RS&H are partnering with the City of Aurora to lead the $94.8 million I-70 Picadilly Interchange Project, a design-build initiative that will create one of Colorado’s few diverging diamond interchanges (DDIs) to improve freight access, reduce congestion, and support the growth of the Colorado Aerotropolis near Denver International Airport. 🔹 Key Highlights: ‣ The project fills a major gap in the roadway grid, expanding Picadilly Road and providing a new full-access interchange to I-70, supporting logistics, residential growth, and 74,000 projected new jobs by 2040. ‣ Replaces the substandard Colfax/I-70 interchange with a safer layout that eliminates left-turn conflicts, adds pedestrian and bike infrastructure, and improves freeway access with auxiliary lanes and new signals. ‣ Led by Lawrence Construction and RS&H, with support from Benesch, HDR, RockSol Consulting Group, Inc., and GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc., this project was one of just six in the U.S. to receive the maximum BUILD Grant award from FHWA. 💬 Brad Richardson, Senior Engineer, City of Aurora: “The new interchange will be a catalyst for additional capital investment in the Colorado Aerotropolis and provide lasting benefits for freight efficiency, emissions reduction, and quality of life.” 🔗 Learn how this transformative project is reshaping regional mobility and economic opportunity: [https://lnkd.in/gNXGi_Gd] #CityOfAurora #I70Picadilly #DivergingDiamondInterchange #InfrastructureInnovation #TransportationInfrastructure #InterchangeProject #RoadwayExpansion #PublicInfrastructure #EconomicGrowth

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority - LVCVA is nearing completion of its $600 million, multi-phase renovation of the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) — with Hunt-PENTA (a joint venture of AECOM Hunt and The PENTA Building Group) managing construction of the historic project. 🔹 Key Highlights: ‣ Major upgrades include a new grand lobby, indoor connectors, upgraded exhibit halls and meeting rooms, enhanced technology, and a climate-controlled concourse. ‣ The project was phased to avoid interrupting the 6M+ annual attendees. Temporary tunnels, walls, and detailed coordination allowed the convention center to remain fully operational throughout construction. ‣ With the LVCC originally built in 1959 and expanded over decades, the Hunt-PENTA team tackled challenges of limited documentation, previous renovations, and site conditions through constant communication and flexible sequencing. 💬 Cliff Toliver II, Project Executive at Hunt-PENTA: “The grand lobby and Central Hall renovations contain foundation work, structural steel, architectural finishes, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and technology improvements to be completed.” 🔗 Learn how this landmark project is redefining the trade show experience in Las Vegas: [https://lnkd.in/gJ2iXXpn] #LasVegasConventionCenter #LVCC #TradeShowCapital #ConstructionLeadership #PublicPrivatePartnerships #MegaProjects #BuildingLasVegas

Willmeng Construction, Inc. officially began construction on Fire Station 144 (FS 144) for Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical Department, marking a key milestone in expanding emergency services to meet the needs of growing communities north of Phoenix, Arizona. 🔹 Key Highlights: ‣ FS 144 will help reduce response times for the 250-square-mile Daisy Mountain Fire District, serving 65,000 residents across Anthem, Cave Creek, New River, Desert Hills, and Black Canyon City. ‣ The 11,290 sq ft station will include four apparatus bays, eight dorm rooms, decontamination and gear rooms, and spaces to support both physical wellness and team operations. ‣ The project is backed by a 15-year planning effort and a strategic partnership between the Daisy Mountain Fire District and the Town of Cave Creek to share staffing and optimize resources. 💬 Chris Brown, Market Leader at Willmeng: “This state-of-the-art facility at 24th Street & Cloud will significantly enhance emergency response times… Our team is dedicated to ensuring it’s fully equipped and ready to serve.” 🔗 Learn more about the groundbreaking and what FS 144 means for the community: [https://lnkd.in/gsmr6QHf] #PublicSafetyInfrastructure #EmergencyServices #CommunityDevelopment #ArizonaConstruction #Groundbreaking #CivicProjects

Ryan Companies US, Inc. officially broke ground on Chandler Freeways Business Park — a new two-building industrial development that repurposes a former office site into a modern Class-A industrial campus in Chandler, Arizona. 🔹 Key Highlights: ‣ Office-to-Industrial Conversion: The former 2004-built office space will be transformed into an 87,600 SF industrial building, with an additional 102,875 SF structure being newly built. ‣ Strategic Location: Situated near Loop 202 and I-10, the site offers direct access to three full diamond interchanges and proximity to major employers like Honeywell, Northrop Grumman, and Nikola. ‣ Built for Modern Needs: Includes 26 dock-high doors, 301 parking stalls, reinforced speed bays, speculative office suites, warehouse lighting, and essential high-power capacity. 💬 John Paul Mulhern, Director of Real Estate Development at Ryan Companies: “Our team is excited for the opportunity to transform this site into a state-of-the art industrial complex that will attract top-tier businesses and talent to the area.” 💬 Chris Camacho, President & CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council: “Industrial users will have direct freeway access to in-market partners as well as into southern Arizona, other western states, and Mexico.” 🔗 Learn more about this transformative project: [https://lnkd.in/gCZwPyhA] #IndustrialDevelopment #OfficeConversion #PhoenixConstruction #AdaptiveReuse #EconomicDevelopment #CommercialRealEstate

Thiago Bezerra, DBIA has been promoted to Project Director within Sundt Construction’s Transportation Group, Intermountain region. Bezerra will lead key pursuits and large-scale projects while strengthening relationships in the Utah and Idaho markets. He joined Sundt in 2017 as a Field Engineer and has since played a central role on multiple high-profile transportation jobs. 🌟 Bezerra's Career Highlights: ‣ Led delivery of Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT)’s I-80 Westbound Choke Point — a UDOT Project of the Year winner ‣ Managed the Redwood Road Interchange in Utah ‣ Currently oversees the I-86/I-15 System Interchange Reconstruction in Pocatello, Idaho 💬 Jasen Bennie, Vice President and Intermountain Regional Manager at Sundt: “Thiago has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to delivering excellence.” 🔗 Read more: [https://lnkd.in/guiEsQYm] #TransportationInfrastructure #ProjectLeadership #Promotion #MountainRegion #ConstructionIndustry

The City of Chandler, Arizona completed construction on the $44.6 million Reclaimed Water Interconnect Facility (RWIF), a vital infrastructure project designed to improve water sustainability and support local industry. Built by McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., the facility enhances the city’s ability to recharge its aquifer and optimize its reclaimed water distribution. 🔹 Project Highlights ‣ Boosting Water Resilience: The RWIF treats water from the Salt, Verde, and Colorado rivers and increases Chandler’s ability to store groundwater—ensuring a reliable backup supply, particularly during drought conditions. ‣ Public-Private Partnership: A collaborative effort between the City of Chandler and Intel Corporation, the project leverages existing infrastructure to support both municipal recharge facilities and Intel’s new semiconductor manufacturing fabs. ‣ State-of-the-Art Treatment Process: The facility delivers 10 million gallons per day using advanced membrane filtration technology, with the capacity to expand to 20 membranes for increased efficiency. 💬 Patrick Payne, Vice President of Operations for McCarthy’s Water Group: “The City of Chandler has once again invested in innovative solutions that increase the city’s operational flexibility of its water systems.” 🔧 Key project partners included WILSON ENGINEERS, LLC, Veolia, SUEZ, Ludvik Electric Co., Hennesy Mechanical Sales, and more. 🔗 Read more: [https://lnkd.in/gXKC7a44] #WaterSustainability #Infrastructure #ReclaimedWater #ConstructionNews #ChandlerAZ #PublicPrivatePartnership

Over 140 high school students in Southern Arizona demonstrated their construction skills at the Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA) SkillsUSA Region 6 Construction Competition in Tucson, AZ. With industry professionals as judges, students competed in seven trade categories, showcasing the next generation of skilled builders. 🔹 Competition Highlights ‣ Hands-On Skill Demonstrations – Students showcased expertise in plumbing, wall construction, cabinet making, and electrical wiring. ‣ Industry-Driven Education – Event provided real-world experience and direct exposure to construction career pathways. ‣ Workforce Development – A crucial initiative to address labor shortages and attract young talent to the construction industry. 💬 Gilbert Maldonado, Program Manager, Arizona Builders Alliance: “Through this annual competition, the ABA exemplifies the power of industry partnerships in shaping vocational education and changing perceptions of trade careers among students and parents alike.” 🔗 Learn more about this exciting event: [https://lnkd.in/gKwuj7tF] #ConstructionCareers #SkillsUSA #TradeEducation #FutureBuilders #ArizonaBuildersAlliance #WorkforceDevelopment #SkilledTrades #ConstructionInnovation