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How Traveling Superintendents Handle Project Challenges 

Traveling superintendents are the backbone of successful construction projects, expertly navigating the challenges that arise on the job. As the construction landscape continues to evolve, these professionals will remain essential.

By |2024-11-18T12:23:21-05:00November 14th, 2024|Construction Blog|

Origis Energy Obtains $136 Million Financing for Solar Power Plant in Florida

Origis Energy, a leading renewable energy and decarbonization platform in the U.S., has successfully closed a $136 million construction financing facility and converted it to a term loan with MUFG, a prominent global financial group.

By |2024-11-18T12:20:08-05:00November 12th, 2024|Construction Blog|

Snack Manufacturer to Expand Factory Investing $29.9 Million in Kentwood 

SnackCraft was established in Kentwood in 2022, marking Unismack’s first North American manufacturing operation and U.S. headquarters. Due to a surge in demand for its products, the company plans to expand its current site. 

By |2024-11-04T08:50:09-05:00October 24th, 2024|Construction Blog|

Gilbane begins construction on $410M Florida hospital complex

Providence, Rhode Island-based Gilbane Building Co. began construction on March 21 for a $410 million project to replace the existing Cape Canaveral Hospital in Brevard County, Florida, the company announced.  Situated on Florida’s Space Coast near the Atlantic Ocean, the new facility is designed to withstand Category 4 hurricanes and will be [...]

By |2024-10-24T10:18:44-04:00October 17th, 2024|Construction Blog|

New Solar Farm in Calhoun County Scheduled for Completion in 2026

Hecate Energy, a renewable power provider based in Chicago, has chosen Bechtel to build the Sunfish Solar 2 project, according to a September 11 news release. This will be the first in Hecate’s 1-gigawatt solar development plan in Calhoun County, Michigan.  The total capital cost of Sunfish Solar 2 is estimated at [...]

By |2024-10-24T10:15:31-04:00October 15th, 2024|Construction Blog|

Origis Energy Secures $136 Million for Florida Solar Project as Part of $600 Million Portfolio Expansion

US solar developer Origis Energy has recently secured a substantial $136 million in construction financing and term loan conversion from Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) for its Rice Creek Solar project, located in Florida.  

By |2024-10-24T10:08:15-04:00October 8th, 2024|Construction Blog|

BlueOval Battery Park Michigan on Track for 2026 Production Start

Construction at BlueOval Battery Park Michigan is about 20% complete. The main facility will cover nearly 1.8 million square feet and include a cell plant and pack plant, with additional buildings bringing the total area to approximately 2 million square feet.

By |2024-10-07T12:15:29-04:00October 3rd, 2024|Construction Blog|
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