http://southeast.construction.com ENR Southeast – covering design and construction in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. ENR Southeast is the leading source of information for construction news, projects, people and design. en http://construction.com/images/RSSLogos/SE_Construction_RSS_Logo.gif http://southeast.construction.com The McGraw-Hill Companies 2012 scott_judy@mcgraw-hill.comm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:55:56 GMT Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:55:56 GMT http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0201-construction-of-13-billion-sunrail-project-finally-set-to-stat.asp After enduring Gov. Rick Scott’s suspension of contracts and consequent year-long delay, officials celebrated the survival of the $1.3-billion SunRail project with a project kick-off in late January. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:32:58 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0130-progress-energy-denies-canceling-nuclear-plant-contract.asp Progress Energy Florida denied a Jan. 26 Tampa Bay Times report that it plans to cancel an engineering, procurement and construction contract with Shaw Group for a proposed nuclear plant project in Levy County, Fla. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:08:47 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0126-2012-southeast-construction-outlook.asp For most of the Southeast region, contractors should see an increasing set of business opportunities in 2012, according to the latest forecast projections from McGraw-Hill Construction. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:57:52 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_people/2012/0124-ryan-gravel-architects-big-idea-reshapes-atlanta.asp Ryan Gravel had the big idea of transforming Atlanta's abandoned rail corridor into a network of parks, trails and transit. That idea, the Atlanta BeltLine, is now one of the biggest projects of its kind in the world. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:03:34 GMT People http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2012/0124-enr-southeast-announces-top-starts-call-for-entries.asp The March 12, 2012, issue of ENR Southeast magazine will feature a ranking of the region’s Top Project Starts in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas that broke ground in 2011. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:01:34 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0124-florida-contracts-stumble-in-december-end-10-down-for-11.asp Florida’s construction contract activity in December was a microcosm of the state’s overall year, as nonresidential and nonbuilding markets declined significantly, and residential picked up the pace, according to the latest information from McGraw-Hill Construction. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:36:56 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0124-georgia-contracts-end-11-with-positive-numbers.asp According to the latest information from McGraw-Hill Construction, the value of Georgia’s new construction contracts improved by 14% in December, nearly identical to the state’s overall growth rate for the year. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:28:08 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0124-north-carolina-contracts-gain-17-in-december.asp The value of North Carolina construction contracts surged 17% in December but fell just short of the amount needed to push the state’s 2011 total into positive territory, according to McGraw-Hill Construction Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:20:18 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0124-south-carolina-contracts-end-2011-with-solid-momentum.asp South Carolina contracts recorded a 38% spike in December, helping make 2011 the first positive year for the state since 2007. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:06:08 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0120-georgia-announces-go-build-program-promoting-skilled-trades.asp Assisted by Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs, Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal (R) on Jan. 17 announced the creation of Go Build Georgia, a promotional initiative aimed at raising the awareness of the value of careers in the skilled trades. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:38:06 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_top_lists_construction_firms/2012/0109-enr-southeasts-top-20-under-40.asp ENR Southeast profiles the 20 individuals recognized by our annual competition for their outstanding industry and community leadership. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT People http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2012/0109-miami-marlins-ballpark8217s.asp Hurricane-mode openings between retractable panels reduce sail effect, save on steel at nation’s first movable roof designed to resist 146-mph winds Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_people/2012/0109-updates-about-construction-professionals.asp The latest news about appointments and promotions within the Southeast A/E/C industry. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT People http://southeast.construction.com/photos/2012/0109-photographs-chosen-by-our-editors-from-submissions-to-enrcomsoutheastphotos.asp Photographs chosen by our editors from submissions to ENR.com/southeast/photos. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT Photos http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0105-volume-of-florida-contracts-surges-again-in-november.asp An across-the-board improvement in new construction contracts, along with a surge of infrastructure projects, propelled Florida’s November total for new contracts to nearly $1.7 billion, or 35% better than a year ago, according to McGraw-Hill Construction. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:52:34 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0105-georgias-november-contracts-continue-2011-upswing.asp The volume of new Georgia construction contracts continued to escalate in November, as McGraw-Hill Construction reported the overall value of new projects improved by 10%, compared to the same period of a year ago. The latest data marked Georgia’s sixth straight month of improving construction contract totals. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:46:33 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0105-november-decline-sinks-north-carolinas-2011-momentum.asp The volume of North Carolina’s construction contracts fell 52% overall in November, compared to the same period of a year ago, according to McGraw-Hill. The value of all new contracts was just over $1 billion for the month. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:09:56 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2012/0105-sc-contracts-surging-to-a-happy-ending-for-2011.asp A big gain in the value of infrastructure contracts pushed South Carolina's year-to-date contracts total for 2011 to 17% higher than a year ago. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:59:11 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2011/1215-2011-in-the-southeast-the-year-that-was---and-wasnt.asp A look back at the year that was -- and wasn't -- for the Southeast construction industry. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 01:01:03 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2011/1214-hdr-readies-for-battle-in-tampa-bay-water-dispute.asp Tampa Bay Water is seeking $97 million from HDR Engineering for cracking at the utility's 15.5-billion gallon reservoir in Lithia, Fla. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:31:49 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2011/1117-florida-contract-activity-surges-21-in-october.asp The volume of new Florida construction contracts was 21% higher in October 2011 than it had been the same period of a year ago. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:17:14 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2011/1117-north-carolina-contracts-sink-18-in-october.asp In October, the pace of new North Carolina construction contracts was 18% lower than the same period of a year ago. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:09:47 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2011/1117-sc-contracts-stumble-11-in-october.asp South Carolina's volume of new construction contracts was 11% lower in October than it was for the same period of a year ago. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 12:02:56 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_news/2011/1117-georgia-contracts-soar-in-october.asp The volume of new construction contracts soared for Georgia contractors in October. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:57:04 GMT News http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-awardofmerittransportation.asp The Palm Avenue Parking Garage achieves a signature look for the City of Sarasota, Fla. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-cullmanregionalmedicalcenteremergencydepartmentexpansioncullmanala.asp Health-care specialist Robins & Morton of Birmingham, Ala., built the project, recognized in the Small Projects category. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-gunthervolkswagenbufordga.asp Choate Construction’s Gunther Volkswagen project wins Award of Merit in the Retail/Mixed-Use Development category of ENR Southeast’s Best Projects competition. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-westinpeachtreeplazaatlanta.asp The re-glazing of the Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta is recognized in the Renovation/Restoration category of ENR Southeast’s Best Projects competition. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-newworldsymphonycampusexpansionmiamibeach.asp Florida’s only Frank Gehry-designed project—the New World Symphony Campus expansion in Miami Beach—wins Award of Merit. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-floridainternationaluniversityschoolofinternationalandpublicaffairsmiami.asp The LEED Gold school in Miami features an auditorium that is cantilevered 40 ft outward. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-rollsroycecrosspointeprincegeorgecountyva.asp Crosspointe is the first Rolls-Royce manufacturing campus built from the ground up in the U.S. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-suncoasthighschoolrivierabeachfla.asp The project in Palm Beach County, Fla., included extensive site-decontamination efforts. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-sarasotacountytechnicalinstitutesarasotafla.asp After first being bid in September 2008, construction was put on hold due to funding issues. The project was re-bid and was built for $32 million, or $6 million below the original budget. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-miamiairportskytrainandregionalcommuterfacilitymiami.asp The new facilities include a mile-long, rooftop Skytrain Automated People Mover system at the North Terminal. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-universityofvirginiaemilycouricclinicalcancercentercharlottesvilleva.asp The cancer center facility was designed to LEED-Silver status. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-atlantaairportgatewaymarriottatlanta.asp The Atlanta Airport Gateway Marriott was recognized in the Multi-Family/Residential category. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-brac133alexandriava.asp The project won an “Award of Merit” in the Government/Public Building category of the annual competition. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-virginiapolytechnicstateuniversityvisitorsandundergraduateadmissionscenterblacksburgva.asp The 50,000-sq-ft, Gothic-style, steel-framed structure features an exterior of Hokie stone and architectural precast. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-balfourbeattyconstructioncarolinasheadquarterscharlottenc.asp Balfour Beatty’s renovation of a former film studio into its own office space received recognition in ENR Southeast’s Best Projects competition. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-virginiatechcarilionschoolofmedicineandresearchinstituteroanokeva.asp A fast-tracked approach shaved more than 10 months off of the design and construction schedule. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-universityofvirginiasouthlawnartsandsciencecomplexcharlottesvilleva.asp The LEED Gold building fulfills Thomas Jefferson’s original intent for the Virginia campus. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-89mrestorationrevivesstaugustinelandmark.asp The restoration also brings the bridge up to current engineering standards. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-stylishexpansionhasbigimpactfordcnonprofit.asp The $3.7-million, 12,227-sq-ft Bread for the City expansion project in Washington, D.C., delivered additional space to a nonprofit organization providing food, medical care, legal advice and comprehensive social services to low-income residents. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-p3deliverydrivespaceofi595construction.asp The $1.8-billion contract represents the first use of availability payments in the United States. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-pentagonrenovationfliesundertheradarpentagonrenovationfliesundertheradar.asp The $1.6-billion project involved 4.5 million sq ft of renovation and lasted nearly 10 years. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-dalimuseumsdesignconstructionimitateart.asp New 66,400-sq-ft facility is as flamboyant as the Spanish artist Salvador Dali himself. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-nasaresearchfacilityshootsforleedplatinum.asp The office building project in Hampton, Va., attained LEED-Platinum status. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-childrenshospitalprojectusesthepowerofplay.asp The project, which incorporates a design that is intended to influence patient behavior, was designed to meet LEED-Gold standards. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-collegebuildingisjustwhatthedentistsordered.asp The 267,000-sq-ft facility delivers state-of-the-art technology for dental education. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-116yearoldatlantaparkexpandedby53acres.asp Brasfield and Gorrie served as the general contractor for this multi-phase expansion to an Atlanta landmark, the 116-year-old Piedmont Park. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-capecoralflaprojectrevampsthewatercycle.asp Cape Coral Facilities and Utilities Expansion Program recognized as Best Civil/Public Works project. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-schoolearnshighmarksfordeliverysustainability.asp The project was recognized for its fast-paced delivery and sustainability. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-ussoutherncommandhqdoralfla.asp The $280-million project enables the Southern Command to consolidate the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and other federal agencies. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-marquistowerreachestopofhospitalitymarket.asp The project features a JW Marriott Marquis and a three-story Hotel Beaux Arts. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-vaccinefacilitydeliverybeatsmerckbenchmark.asp Merck’s new Vaccine Bulk Manufacturing Facility beat industry and Merck milestones for delivery. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-regionsprojectsgrabthelimelight.asp This year's judges recognized 35 projects from the states of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-universityofgeorgiastegemancoliseumrenovationathensga.asp The renovation and expansion upgrades the fan experience. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-giantfortbelvoirprojectgoesforleedgold.asp The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency project is the largest delivered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers since the Pentagon in 1943. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-ugasheritagehallnowsportsmoderntechnology.asp The hall complex serves as the everyday home of the University of Georgia Bulldogs. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-luxurytowersgainloftyperchatinnerharbor.asp The Legg Mason World Headquarters/Four Seasons hotel project in Baltimore wins Retail/Mixed-Use Development award from ENR Southeast Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_projects/2011/1107-contractorsregionalhqfostersashiftinculture.asp Balfour Beatty Construction’s fit-out of its regional headquarters in Virginia wins Best Office award. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT Projects http://southeast.construction.com/southeast_construction_people/2011/1107-people.asp News about people on the move in the Southeast’s A/E/C industry. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT People