Howard Concrete Pumping Company, Inc. is currently engaged in a critical infrastructure upgrade at the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) I-376 Commercial Street Bridge Replacement project in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The work is being performed for S&B USA Construction (S&B) and The Joseph B. Fay Company (Fay) and involves the installation of a substantial number of micropiles to support the new bridge structure. The scope of work includes the installation of nearl ... Read more
Nestled in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is celebrated for its vibrant arts scene, historic charm, and stunning natural beauty. As the city grows, new developments must navigate the delicate balance between modern infrastructure and rugged terrain--making construction especially complex. One such project is a new mixed-use, multi-residential development, where Subsurface Construction is taking on the challenge of building a stable foundation on a steep hillsid ... Read more
Deep in the Rocky Mountains, the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnel is a crucial transportation corridor connecting Denver and western Colorado. As one of the highest vehicular tunnels in the world--sitting at an elevation of 11,158 feet--it serves as a key passageway through the Continental Divide, allowing commuters, freight, and tourism traffic to flow efficiently between Colorado's urban centers and ski resorts. Given its importance in maintaining year-round accessibility through the rugged ... Read more
Breccia Construction recently completed a critical highway improvement project as part of the North Carolina Department of Transportation's (NCDOT) ongoing efforts to repair and enhance the I-40 corridor in the gorge between Exit 7 and the Tennessee border. This project became essential after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc in 2024, causing severe flooding that significantly damaged the infrastructure. This initiative is part of the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and represe ... Read more
The Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is undergoing a significant expansion and modernization project, which includes the construction of an 11-story patient tower. This project is part of a $900 million investment aimed at transforming the delivery of care in northeastern Pennsylvania. With about 600,000 ft2 (about half the area of Chicago's Millennium Park) added, this expansion will nearly double the size of the medical center. This expansion will enhance the medical center's ... Read more
Berkel & Company Contractors (Berkel) is spearheading the renovation and expansion of two historic buildings in Washington, D.C. The renovations aim to address a backlog of upgrades, comply with modern building codes, enhance security, and improve energy efficiency. As part of a broader effort to consolidate the agency's staff into a more efficient and modern workspace, the renovations began in 2021 and are expected to take several years to complete. For this project, Berkel is f ... Read more
Segment 09, also known as the Orr Road to Rocky River Road West stretch, is a two-mile addition to the existing greenway that spans 30 plus miles between Pineville and the Cabarrus County line. It is part of the ambitious Cross Charlotte Trail Project currently under construction in Charlotte, NC. When completed, a delightful network of trails for walkers, joggers, and cyclists will have been created. However, this trail won't just be a scenic route--it will also connect to nearby amenities givi ... Read more
Polivka International, based in Charlotte, NC, specializes in railroad construction, project management, and industrial site development and is known for its expertise in rail infrastructure design and construction. Currently, they are set to conduct production drilling at a railroad site in Maryland using two Comacchio drill rigs rented from International Construction Equipment, Inc. (ICE®). Known for their efficiency and reliability in drilling operations, the Comacchio CH 650 multipurpose d ... Read more
On the southern banks of the Monongahela and Ohio Rivers sits Mt. Washington, PA. Just outside of downtown Pittsburgh, PA. Formally known as Coal Hill, with its easy access to the Pittsburgh coal mines, Mount Washington allowed several coal mines to base their operations there. Rock and sandstone were transported up and down the hill on Mt. Washington due to its access to the river, utilizing boats to haul material from the coal mines to other areas. However, this now local tourist attra ... Read more
Recently, critical work began to stabilize the soil beneath an historic Masonic Temple in Watertown, WI. This project included stabilizing an existing beam and masonry wall in the basement of the existing temple, jet grouting soil stabilization below the basement floor down to the bedrock, installation of interior drain tile, weeps, and sump pit, the removal of a portion of the existing hollow sidewalk, and the installation of waterproofing on the south basement wall to prepare for futur ... Read more
