US Army Corps of Engineers Takes Over Construction Management of New Denver VA Hospital

Veterans Affairs Department relinquishes control of Colorado hospital construction amid an internal investigation on the $1 billion over budget project

Apr 3, 2015

According to the Veterans Affairs Department, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will take over construction management at the new Denver veterans hospital amid an internal investigation into how the project ran $1 billion over budget. Just last month the department's top construction executive, Glenn Haggstrom, retired amid the VA's investigation.

(more on the over budget VA Colorado hospital...)

VA Executive Steps Down Amid Controversy of Construction Cost Overruns on Multiple Hospital Projects

VA Assures Construction on Denver Hospital Will Continue

Construction Resumes on Denver VA Medical Center

2025 Best Practices for Streamlining Cash Flow

2025 Best Practices for Streamlining Cash Flow

January 2, 2025

Like many newer green building materials, price can pose a barrier for entry.

Preparing the Fleet for Green Cement

January 24, 2025

2025 Best Practices for Streamlining Cash Flow

2025 Best Practices for Streamlining Cash Flow

January 2, 2025

Acpa Coworker Safety Training Module1

ACPA Announces Safety Training for Concrete Contractors at WOC

January 23, 2025

Earthmoving Equipment

Cat Launches Video to Celebrate Anniversary

Caterpillar - Cat

Cat Trial 14: After Hours video celebrates the last 100 years of vehicle evolution.

Caterpillar is celebrating 100 years of creation this year and has put together a short video to display its decades of equipment — with a twist of a little midnight magic.

Sponsored Content

2025 Best Practices for Streamlining Cash Flow

AlignOps

Hear from AlignOps expert Janan Guillaume as she highlights actionable steps and solutions for improving cash flow for business owners in the construction industry.

2025 Best Practices for Streamlining Cash Flow

Concrete Materials

Preparing the Fleet for Green Cement

There can be drawbacks when incorporating green cement into your business model. Price and availability are barriers, but it can also have a steep learning curve in practical use.

Like many newer green building materials, price can pose a barrier for entry.

Financing, Insurance & Leasing

New Financing Model Benefits for Construction Companies

Mitsubishi HC Capital America

With an oversupply of equipment, fluctuating market demands, and changing regulations, the construction industry is in need of tailor financing and new technology.

Advanced technology has provided equipment companies with the ability to analyze data, helping them to determine how frequently equipment will be used during a specific season and how it should be financed.

Safety Equipment - Other

ACPA Announces Safety Training for Concrete Contractors at WOC

American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA)

An estimated 56,000+ concrete contractors working with and around concrete pumps can benefit from the training program.

Acpa Coworker Safety Training Module1

40+ Companies Exhibiting at Work Truck Week for First Time

NTEA | The Association for the Work Truck Industry

Work Truck Week 2025 runs March 4-7, 2025, at Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.

Ntea

Coaching & Consulting

Why Strategic Action is Construction's Strongest Ally in 2025

FMI Corporation

Experts indicate both optimism and uncertainty are leading industry outlooks amid the study of five construction mega-trends. However, careful planning and strategic decision-making can lead contractors to success in 2025.

According to FMI’s recent Fourth Quarter Civil Infrastructure Index, 94% of survey respondents indicated their organizations have plans for expansion, although an industrywide lack of skilled labor still remains.

World of Concrete

American Concrete Institute Releases ACI Code-318-25 for Structural Concrete

American Concrete Institute (ACI)

This latest edition introduces significant updates, including a new sustainability appendix that reflects modern construction practices, revised requirements for post-installed reinforcing bars, and enhanced provisions for shear friction.

Aci

Safety Equipment - Other

6 Effective Controls for Mitigating Subcontractor Risk

Sentry Insurance

From site prep to specialized installations, the people you hire can either drive your project forward or increase risk. The GC sets expectations and enforces safety.

Regular safety audits ensure compliance with protocols and quality standards.

Portable Compressors (Under 85 Cfm)

Hitachi Global Air Power Donates WWP-Themed Air Compressor to ARA Foundation

Hitachi Global Air Power

Hitachi Global Air Power has donated its seventh annual customized Sullair portable air compressor. This year's theme revolves around the Wounded Warrior Project.

The donated WWP-themed Sullair Series 185 air compressor features hand-written messages of support and gratitude from Hitachi Global Air Power employees.

Pickup Trucks & Vans

Advantages of Renting Vans for Construction

The construction industry fluctuates constantly. Renting vans allows companies and contractors to address the varying needs of additional vehicles in their fleets — and renting vans may be what's right for your fleet.

Rental cargo vans hold a lot of opportunity when it comes to security, cost-effectiveness, organization, and storage.

Rental Business

United Rentals to Purchase H&E Equipment Services Inc.

United Rentals Inc.

United Rentals and H&E Equipment have come to an agreement for United Rentals to acquire H&E Equipment Services Inc..

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Equipment Management

Defining ‘Five Stars’ in the Construction Industry

RDO Equipment Co.

Five Star Civil Construction’s managing partners build a construction legacy through fleet management software, rental equipment and relationships

Despite the numerous challenges with starting a new contracting business in recent years, Five Star Civil managing partners have grown their team, skills and revenue by carving out site clearing and grading, plus utility installation, as their “bread and butter.”

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