Emily Buenzle - Fri April 27, 2018
Companies Test Autonomous Skid Steer on Job Site for First Time
A construction site in Billings, Mont., saw some robotic action April 25 as companies tested driverless equipment. San Francisco-based Built Robotics and CMG Construction partnered together to test and demonstrate a driverless skid steer on the site of The Den Bar and Casino, KTVQ reported....
Wed April 25, 2018
Bozeman Health Plans $75M Expansion
BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital has announced a $75.5 million expansion that will include the first infant intensive care unit in southwestern Montana. Bozeman Health President John Hill says construction is set to begin later this year on a new three-story building that will include administrative offices on one floor and a new Intensive Care Unit with larger rooms on the second floor....
Wed April 11, 2018
Russell Street Bridge Reconstruction Begins This Month
After a comprehensive process of planning, design and public involvement, the Russell Street Bridge in Missoula, Mont., is being fully reconstructed in April 2018. The Montana Department of Transportation, in partnership with the city of Missoula, is rolling out a completely new bridge over the Clark Fork River and improving the roadway and connectivity from Broadway Street to Dakota Street....
Susan Montoya Bryan - ASSOCIATED PRESS - Fri March 02, 2018
Agency Awards $73M Contract for U.S. Border Wall Work
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A Montana-based company has been awarded a $73 million contract to replace 20 miles of fence along the U.S.-Mexico border in southern New Mexico. Existing vehicle barriers near the Santa Teresa port of entry will be replaced with taller bollard-style barriers under the contract awarded in January 2018 to Barnard Construction Co....
Wed January 03, 2018
MDT Announces Final Phase of U.S. Highway 212 Reconstruction Project
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) would like to notify the public of the final phase of the Rockvale - Laurel project. The Rockvale - Laurel (NB Lanes) project will add approximately 6.6 mi....
Cindy Riley - Wed January 03, 2018
Montana Mining Complex's $47.2M Clean Up
Upper Blackfoot Mining Complex (UMBC) officials are reflecting on work already completed as part of the $47.2 million effort. The project's main goal is to remove roughly 1 million cu. yds. of tailings and mine waste to protect human health and the environment by minimizing direct contact with contaminants....
Emily Buenzle - Fri December 29, 2017
Industry Leaders Pull Together in the Face of 2017's Worst Natural Disasters
When disaster strikes, the construction industry is notorious for pulling together and helping communities get back on their feet. Among hurricanes, floods and wildfires alone, 2017 saw more than its share of natural disasters....
Tue November 21, 2017
Kenworth T680 Draws Crowds as Owner-Operator Transports U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree
Weeks before the U.S. Forest Service announced the choice of owner-operator Larry Spiekermeier and Whitewood Transport to transport the 2017 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, Spiekermeier knew he and his company were strong contenders....
The Associated Press - Mon October 30, 2017
Puerto Rico Utility Moves to Scrap $300M Whitefish Contract
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The head of Puerto Rico's power company said Oct. 29 the agency is cancelling its $300 million contract with Whitefish Energy Holdings amid scrutiny of the tiny Montana company's role in restoring the island's power system....
Wed October 25, 2017
Fifty-Year-Old Company Chooses Ritchie Bros. for Retirement Auction
Harley and Nancy Neshem took over the Gratech Company from Harley's father in 1968 and have never looked back. In their 50-year history they've had a hand in building or rebuilding over 800 miles of North Dakota highways....
