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Issue No. 36 β’ Wednesday, September 4, 2024 β’ www.mbex.org | |
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Five Quick Things To Know/Do This Week:
1.) Join MBEX at Old Vermillion Trail in Duluth next Wednesday (September 11) for Sporting Clays North. Teams may have up to 5 shooters each.
2.) Next week (September 9-13) is Construction Suicide Prevention Week, dedicated to raising awareness about the unique challenges workers face in construction that lead to suicide and what we can do to prevent it. And on Monday, September 9, a moment of silence will be observed at 1:50pm CT.
3.) Congratulations to member company, JE Dunn. Their new preconstruction tool, Align, won the Fast Company 2024 Innovation by Design award in the large business category. Align leverages data from more than 1,400 JE Dunn projects, with which users can set an accurate cost baseline, delivering estimates within a 1% margin of error, according to Fast Company.
4.) Minnesota's minimum-wage rate will be adjusted for inflation on January 1, 2025, to $11.13 an hour for all employers in the state.
5.) WATCH: Playgrounds now versus playgrounds then
"Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work." - Thomas Edison
IN BRIEF:
β’ Time to Socialize: Registration is now open for the annual MBEX Fall Social on 10/10
β’ Comin' Up Short: Results of AGC & Arcoro's workforce shortage survey
β’ Monthly Round Up: Looking back at MBEX's past 31 days
β’ In-Demand Jobs: Engineering and construction roles at the top of the list in the U.S.
β’ Access to Opioid Overdose Meds, New Federal Reporting Requirements, & Cutting-Edge Infrastructure-Issue Detecting Tech: Five construction-related headlines for your next coffee break
β’ Project of the Week: City Hall and Police Headquarters expansion in Burnsville
β’ Member Benefit: BLD Connection's 401(k) MEP
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Registration Now Open for the Annual MBEX Fall Social
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Get ready to connect and unwind at the MBEX Annual Fall Social!
Network with industry professionals, share insights, and build relationships in a relaxed and lively atmosphere. Whether you're catching up with old friends or making new connections, this event is the perfect way to strengthen your ties within the construction community.
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β’ TIME: Doors Open and Self-Care Health Fair begins - 3:00pm | Food served - 3:30pm | Program and Special Guest Speaker - 5:00pm | Social and Networking continues - 6:30pm
β’ LOCATION: Hilton Minneapolis / Bloomington (3900 American Blvd W, Bloomington, 55437)
β’ TICKETS: MBEX Member (Early Bird - now thru September 23) - $50 per person | Non-MBEX Member - $70 per person
But that's not all! We're also hosting our Second Annual Self-Care Health Fair, presented by MBEX POWER, as part of the event.
While the main focus of the MBEX Fall Social will be on networking and socializing, take time to explore our health and wellness stations. Discover tips and resources to help you stay balanced and energized in both your personal and professional lives.
Don't miss out on an afternoon filled with great conversations, delicious refreshments, and the opportunity to connect with the best in the business.
Register by September 23rd to secure your Early Bird member ticket price.
See you there!
Event Highlights include:
Networking
Connect with fellow commercial builders, contractors, architects, and suppliers in a friendly and inviting atmosphere. Share ideas, discuss upcoming projects, and build meaningful relationships that extend beyond the workplace.
2nd Annual Self-Care Health Fair
Take time to focus on your well-being with our Self-Care Health Fair, presented by MBEX POWER. Explore a variety of wellness-focused stations offering practical tips for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Whether you're looking to reduce stress or improve your workspace ergonomics, you'll find valuable resources to support your overall health.
2024-2025 MBEX / TBG Construction Scholarship Recipients
Join us in celebrating this year's MBEX / TBG Construction Scholarship awardees. Meet them, recognize their achievements, and help kickstart their professional networks.
Raffles & Door Prizes
Get in on the excitement with our 50/50 raffle --- tickets available at the event. Plus, we've got some fantastic door prizes up for grabs, including a special giveaway for those who visit all Self-Care Health Fair stations. Who knows? You might just walk away with something that will continue your self-care journey beyond this event.
Food Stations & Refreshments
Enjoy a variety of delicious bites as you mingle and relax. Treat yourself to seasonal flavors and beverages, perfect for celebrating the fall season.
Questions? Please contact Melanie at melanie@mbex.org.
Thank you to the following for their event support:
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AGC & Arcoro's 2024 Workforce Shortage Survey | |
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The nation's failure to invest in construction workforce education and training programs is having a real, measurable impact on the country's ability to build infrastructure and other construction projects, according to the results of this workforce survey conducted by the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America and Arcoro, the leading HR technology company supporting the construction industry.
Noting that 94% of contractors report they are having a hard time filling open positions, construction officials called on federal leaders to adopt better workforce policies.
"The most likely path to addressing construction workforce shortages is for the federal government to adopt better workforce policies," said Jeff Shoaf, the association's chief executive officer, during a virtual media briefing to release the results. "Federal officials need to support, instead of undermine, our national infrastructure and economic development policies."
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View the AGC news release, 2024 survey analysis, a recording of the announcement, as well as the full report and fact sheets broken down by region, state, union or open-shop, firm's size, project type, contractor type, and industry priority here.
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At the start of each new month, we look back at the past 30-ish days to review project progress, Online Plan Room stats, and membership goals.
Numbers below reflect data in the date range of August 1-31, 2024.
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Total # of Projects Added (August 2024) | |
Total # of Projects Added (August 2023) | |
Total # of Projects YTD (Jan 1-Aug 31) | |
New Member Companies Joined | | |
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No. of Bidders Added to Bidders Lists
(Members & Non-Members)
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Total Visitors on Project 2024-09D6 | |
Total Unique Visitors on Project 2024-09D6 | |
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City of Woodbury - Water Treatment Plant - P005574-2023-005
Bid Date: September 5, 2024 @ 2:00pm
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Construction Among Top Trade Jobs in the U.S. | |
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A new report has named the top 10 most in-demand jobs in the U.S., with engineering and construction roles at the top of the list.
The research, carried out by the experts at Pro Tool Reviews, has found the most in-demand and highest-paying trade jobs in the U.S. by analyzing the average wages, the state with the highest wages, the most common job roles, and the roles with the most employment opportunities.
The 10 Most In-Demand Jobs in the U.S.
1.) Maintenance and Repair Worker
2.) Construction Laborer
3.) HVAC Installer
4.) Electrician
5.) Pipefitter, Plumber, and Steamfitter
6.) Heavy Equipment Operator
7.) Machinist
8.) Sheet Metal Worker
9.) Carpenter
10.) Industrial Machinery Mechanics
Additional research also revealed:
β’ The vacancy surge for HVAC installers is likely driven by new building constructions, renovations of existing structures, and the increasing focus on energy efficiency and climate control technologies in living and working environments.
β’ Elevator and escalator installers are the biggest earners when it comes to trade jobs, with an average annual wage of more than $100,000.
β’ The highest-earning state for tradespeople is Hawaii, with an average annual salary of $79,770 for construction and extraction workers.
β’ Maintenance and repair workers are the most common construction trade in the U.S., with more than 1.5 million employees across the country.
β’ Welding jobs are more searched for than any other in the U.S., with over 338,000 Google searches in the last year.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics were used to find the following data for each relevant job under the "construction and extraction" sector as of May 2023: Mean Hourly Wage, Annual Mean Wage, and Number of Employees. The same data source was used for the geographic profile for each trade job as of May 2023. Information was also gleaned from LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor to find the number of job opportunities for each trade in the U.S.
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A valuable benefit of an MBEX membership is invitations to our social and educational events; by being an employee of a member company, you too can take advantage and attend any and all MBEX-sponsored events.
** indicates a newly added event
September 9-13 - Construction Suicide Prevention Week
Every year during September --- National Suicide Prevention Month --- the construction industry dedicates a week to raising awareness about the unique challenges workers face in construction that lead to suicide and what we can do to prevent it. Learn More
September 10 - Bluebeam 1: Baseline Basics
Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips and tricks will be shared to increase accuracy and speed. Register Here
September 11 - Bluebeam 2: Material Takeoffs & Estimates (Basic)
Attendees will go through the standard measurement tools and settings, then move into various customization options and discuss the results in the Markups List. Register Here
September 11 - Sporting Clays North
Get your shotguns locked and loaded. MBEX is proud to present its annual Sporting Clays North at Old Vermillion Train in Duluth. Join us for an epic afternoon of clay-breaking, industry networking, and a delicious meal. Register Here
September 12 - Bluebeam 3: Material Takeoffs & Estimates (Advanced)
After finishing the Bluebeam Takeoffs & Estimates (Basic) course, attendees will move into creating custom columns, embedding formulas, and information organization. Register Here
September 13 - Bluebeam 4: Document Management & Best Practices
This course will not only improve consistency and accuracy in document management, but it will eliminate all the time wasted navigating through drawing sets and wondering who has the latest drawings. Register Here
September 17 - Bluebeam 5: Collecting Field Data
Learn to create and place custom punch symbols, quickly embed images or videos, and create summary reports. Register Here
September 17 - TBG Clay Shoot for the Trades
Please MBEX is proud to sponsor this TBG event, which is sure to be a fun afternoon of shooting, camaraderie and good times with friends from around the trades. Funds raised during this event further the work of the TBG Education Foundation. Register individually or in groups up to five. Sign Up
September 18 - Bluebeam 6: Administrative Professionals
Administrative teams have unique document workflows that demand a different set of tools compared to design and construction teams. Register Here
September 19 - MBEX Online Plan Room Demo
From navigating the Deskpad, setting up filters, understanding project information, and adding your company to a project's bidders lists, this free one-hour session is a great introduction to our Online Plan Room. Time is saved at the end of the demonstration for questions and answers. Register Here
September 19 - Bluebeam 7: Civil Workflows
Yes, there are tools in Bluebeam Revu for Civil Designers and Engineers! Not only will students learn navigation and markups, but also work flows like Calibrating Plan & Profile drawings with different X-Y scales, ideas for Cut & Fill calculations, combining several PDFs into one large area map, and adding images. Register Here
October 3 & 4 - Reading Construction Documents
Designed to quickly familiarize students with the basics of reading and understanding construction documents, this two-part online program is perfect for apprentices, entry-level tradespersons, project coordinators, assistant project managers, new project managers, estimators, specialty sales representatives, entry-level architectural or engineering designers, or anyone in career transition looking for a refresher. Register Here
October 9 - Q3 Construction Economic Update & Forecast
With less than a month before Americans head to the polls for a presidential election, ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu will share the latest on overall economic conditions as well as specific construction indicators, including materials prices, jobs and unemployment reports, construction wages, the most recent ABC Construction Confidence Index and Construction Backlog Indicator reports, and the hottest market sectors and regions. Register Now
October 10 - MBEX Fall Social
ο»ΏFeaturing MBEX POWER's 2nd Annual Self-Care Health Fair
Join us at the annual MBEX Fall Social for an afternoon of inspiration and connection. Back again is the 2nd Annual Self-Care Health Fair, presented by MBEX POWER, to present both members and non-members alike opportunities to explore ways to better their mental and physical well-beings. Register Now
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Five construction-related headlines you need to read over the next coffee break.
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LABOR + SAFETY
π Why Construction Needs More Access to Opioid Overdose Meds
Drugs like fentanyl kill more workers in construction than in any other industry, but some states limit permissions around Narcan and other lifesaving antidotes, says a Nevada union leader. (Construction Dive)
LEGAL REGULATIONS
π§ What New Federal Reporting Requirements Mean for Construction Businesses
The Corporate Transparency Act took effect earlier this year, and most companies --- including contractors --- are required to complete a Beneficial Ownership Information report and submit it to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network by January 1. Here's what you need to know to make sure your construction firm complies. (ConstructioNext)
CONTECH
π Cutting-Edge Tech Detects Infrastructure Issues Before They Become Disasters
A recent study published in the Transportation Research Record reveals that high-solution synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite data can identify infrastructure problems early, much like annual health checkups can help prevent more serious issues in humans. SAR allows researchers to inspect and characterize pavements, retaining walls, and embankments from space and can help determine if there are flaws that should be further inspected for repair, saving valuable time. (Sci-Tech Daily)
CONSTRUCTION DATA
π¨ Study Finds Most Dangerous States for Construction Workers
A study by personal injury experts Jones & Swanson compiled data regarding fatal accidents across various industries in different states across America to determine the most dangerous states for construction workers. North Dakota tops the list as the most dangerous state, with 22 fatal injuries per 100 workers, and Louisiana ranks second, with 21.6 fatal injuries per 100k workers. (Contractor Magazine)
SUSTAINABILITY
π‘ Former Golf Course in St. Paul is Being Transformed Into an All-Electric Housing Development
Construction is underway in St. Paul, Minn., on a major affordable housing development that will combine solar, geothermal, and all-electric appliances to create one of the regions largest net-zero communities. Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity broke ground in June on a four-block, 147-unit project on the site of a former golf course that's being redeveloped by the city and its port authority, which made the decision to forgo gas hookups. (Fast Company)
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Burnsville Clears Hurdle for City Hall Expansion | |
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Read more about this project on Finance & Commerce
The city of Burnsville is one step closer to remodeling and adding to its current city hall and police headquarters, after the planning commission held a hearing about the expansion at its August 26th meeting.
The expansion will more than double the square footage of city hall and police headquarters from its current 95,659-square-feet of space to 215,933-square-feet, according to public documents.
The type of parking on the property is also likely to shift around. Police headquarters will receive a parking lot that will grow from 31 total stalls to 74 stalls. The number of stalls in the city hall lot will move from 136 down to 72, documents say, though some of this will be offset from a new lot of 25 stalls that will be built where only city vehicles can park.
The need for training space for police officers and the Behavioral Health Unit at the Burnsville Police Department is also a reason for the expansion.
The city is looking to collect bids on the project "in a couple of months," with the hope of starting construction in mid-2025. Construction is expected to be done in phases over three years, ending sometime in 2028.
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ABOVE PHOTO: The city of Burnsville is planning a significant expansion of its city hall and police headquarters. Rendering by CNH Architects. | |
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Let's Talk About Silica --- Yes, Again
Presented by Minnesota OSHA (MNOSHA)
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DATE: Tuesday, September 17
TIME: 7:00am
LOCATION:
β’ In-Person - MnDOT Training and Conference Center (1900 West County Road I, Shoreview), or
β’ Virtually via Teams
COST: Free
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The first Construction Seminar of the season!
Worker exposure to silica continues to be a health hazard and an area of concern in the construction industry. Let's talk, listen, and learn about silica-related exposures in the construction industry, such as using masonry saws, grinders, drills and jackhammers, and using heavy equipment for grading and excavating.
MNOSHA Compliance's Otis Heymann, certified industrial hygienist, will be talking about the standard and welcoming questions and conversation from attendees.
MNOSHA Compliance's free construction seminars feature a presentation about a specific construction safety or health topic --- with time for questions, answers and input --- plus an update from MNOSHA Compliance about what's currently happening regarding investigations.
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MCC BIG Shoot Sporting Clays and Scholarship Fundraiser
Presented by Minnesota Concrete Council (MCC)
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DATE: Monday, September 30
TIME: Shotgun start at 1:00pm
LOCATION: Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club (2920 220th Street East, Prior Lake, 55372)
COST: $175 per shooter. Includes 100 sporting clays, dinner, and prizes.
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Join MCC at the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club for their 17th Annual BIG Shoot Sporting Clays Event and Scholarship Fundraiser.
Schedule of Events:
11:30am - Registration Opens
12:45pm - Mandatory Safety Meeting
1:00pm* - Shotgun Start
4:00pm - Social
4:30pm - Dinner and Prizes
*Please note the new start time.
Teams should be five people or less. All net proceeds from this event benefit the MCC Scholarship Fund.
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Benefit of the Week: BLD Connection 401(k) MEP | |
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Streamline your 401(k) management with the Multiple Employer Savings Plan (MEP) from BLD Connection.
ο»ΏThis plan consolidates member plans into a single, expertly managed group 401(k).
Say goodbye to the hassle and hello to more time for what truly matters --- growing your business.
Whether you're already offering a 401(k) or exploring options for your team, the BLD Connection 401(k) MEP could be the perfect fit.
Discover if it's right for your company today by contacting Dan Gardner: (612) 743-4961 or dgardner@osaicwealth.com.
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PROJECT INFORMATION + UPDATES | |
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β’ Total Projects Received at MBEX from 8/26/2024 - 8/30/2024: 83
β’ Total Projects Leads Reported on at MBEX from 8/26/2024 - 8/30/2024: 2
β’ Total Active Projects Received/Reported on at MBEX as of 9/3/2024: 323
β’ Total Projects in the Online Plan Room as of 9/3/2024: 3,247
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Click the button above to view the most recent project data from 8/28/2024-9/3/2024.
For information about the Bulletin's content, technical issues, or to place an ad (such as a Minority
ο»ΏNotice, Job Posting, or Event Notice), contact Ashlee, Membership + Communications Manager.
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Information within the MBEX Weekly Bulletin are obtained from sources deemed reliable. The Minnesota Builders Exchange (MBEX) does not assume responsibility for its completeness or accuracy. You are urged to check your own sources in addition to the information contained in this publication. This issue contains plans and other bidding information received prior to and including the date noted above. The project data within this newsletter is intended for member company's and their employees use only.
2024 BOARD OFFICERS: President - Mike Carlson, Max Gray Construction; Vice President - Heidi Sedlacek, KLJ Engineering; Treasurer - Brian Kalla, St. Cloud Acoustics; Past President - Greg Grazzini, Grazzini Brothers | 2024 DIRECTORS: Allie Brady, Veit; Kevin Bohrer, Donlar Construction; David Brandt, Schadegg Mechanical; Jason DuVal, Tenet; Chuck Geisler, Iron Eagle Industrial Services; Chris Niemand, Frattalone Companies; Sean Ochis, Northern Industrial Insulation; Jason Rentmeester, Kraus-Anderson Construction; and Nate Sapik, Benson Electric Company | STAFF: David Siegel - Executive Director; Julie Miller - Executive Assistant/Project Coordinator/Accounting; Ashlee Hartwig - Membership & Communications Manager; Melanie Hendrickson - Events & Membership Coordinator; Don O'Connor - Duluth Director; Jeff Boelter - Project Acquisition & IT; Shauna Baska, Peggy Esboldt, Misty Hall, Michelle Siegel & Ka Yang - Project Reporters
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