Trade Over Tuition: Check Out 2025’s Top 5 Construction Careers with Growth Potential
Trade school enrollment is projected to rise by 6.5% annually through 2030, while college enrollment is expected to drop 15% after this year, signaling a major shift in how young adults are choosing to launch their careers.
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FlatironDragados, Herzog JV to start $414M Virginia rail job
A FlatironDragados and Herzog team is set to break ground this month on the $414 million Franconia-Springfield Bypass, per a July 17 release from Broomfield, Colorado-based FlatironDragados.
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority’s project will allow passenger and freight trains to move more safely and efficiently through one of the most congested rail corridors in Virginia, between Fredericksburg and Washington, D.C., per the release. The joint venture will build approximately 1.4 miles of passenger railroad track, including a 0.6-mile-long rail flyover bypass bridge over the existing CSX freight tracks in Springfield, Virginia. https://www.constructiondive.com/news/flatirondragados-herzog-franconia-springfield-bypass/753689/
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Why Choose a U.S. Manufacturer of Screen Media and Wear Parts?
In an industry where quality, reliability and fast turnaround are critical, companies can stand out by manufacturing its screen media and concrete wear parts right here in the United States. This strategic choice delivers key advantages that directly benefit customers in the aggregate, mining, and concrete industries.
1. Superior Quality Control – By keeping production domestic, the manufacturer maintains direct oversight of every step in the manufacturing process. From raw material selection to final inspection, this tight control ensures that every product meets the highest standards of durability and performance.
2. Faster Turnaround Times – Lead time can make or break productivity in high-demand operations. U.S.-based manufacturing enables companies to buy and have delivered custom solutions quickly, helping you minimize downtime and keep projects on schedule.
3. Responsive Customer Service – With design, production and technical support all based in the United States, the manufacturer can provide fast, knowledgeable service. Customers benefit from real-time communication and the ability to work closely with the team to develop tailored wear solutions.
4. Supply Chain Stability – Manufacturing in the United States helps companies avoid the unpredictable delays and rising costs associated with overseas shipping. This stability supports reliable delivery and consistent inventory – vital for industries that can’t afford interruptions.
5. Supporting American Jobs and Industry – Choosing U.S.-made products from manufacturers also means supporting American workers, manufacturing innovation, and local economies. It’s a commitment to quality that extends beyond the product itself.
By manufacturing in the United States, Durex Products continues to lead with integrity, innovation, and customer-focused service – delivering screen media and wear parts that are built to last and made to perform.
With more than 60 years in business, Durex Products Inc. designs, manufactures,and markets screen media, including wire and polymer media in tensioned and modular versions, stainless-steel woven-wire cloth as well as wear liners and accessories for concrete plants.
Durex’s urethane screen media line outlasts the competition and optimizes plant efficiencies. For further information on its products, please contact Durex Products Inc. https://durexproducts.com/contact.
Feeling the squeeze with rising costs and a shrinking labor pool? A lot of construction companies feel trapped, like the only way out is to just grind harder with the same old playbook. But what if the real path to growth isn’t about more effort, but a totally new approach to your machines, your tech, and your people? Brian Dietz, Co-Owner of 2024 Equipment World’s Contractor of the Year, Bob Dietz and Sons Inc., runs his business more like a Silicon Valley startup than a traditional construction firm. And guess what? It’s attracting a whole new generation of talent, clearly demonstrating that if you keep ignoring these shifts, you’re not just risking getting left behind. You’re risking becoming irrelevant, losing bids to leaner competitors, and failing to build a team that actually wants to stick around. This isn’t just about shiny new tools. It’s about a complete mindset shift. Discover how Brian is rewriting the rules of construction and building an empire. 🎯 Key Episode Takeaways: 📈 THE PROFIT ACCELERATOR [4:47]: “We see just cleaning up our profit lines where we don’t waste time or materials. So that’s a huge thing.” Learn how implementing GPS technology immediately kills costly rework, saving you time and fattening your profit margins on every single job. 🚀 THE TALENT MAGNET [9:52]: “When that young guy, he’s 19 years old and he’s in a second dozer right next to the old guy… he’s going to fall in love with that machine. He’s going to feel good, he’s going to go home happy to his family, and he’s going to want to come back tomorrow excited to work.” Tired of hearing that young people don’t want to work? This is the blueprint for creating a culture that makes them want to build a career with you. It’s that simple. 🚨 THE HARD TRUTH [19:07]: “If you’re not embracing it, if you’re not grabbing a hold of it, you’re going to be, you’re going to be left behind.” This is a direct shot across the bow for any business owner who’s gotten a little too comfortable. See why falling behind on technology isn’t just a risk anymore, it’s a certainty. Chapters: 00:00 – Winning Contractor of the Year and Business Branding 02:03 Scaling Up With Bigger Projects and Equipment 04:07 Leveraging GPS and Topcon Technology for Efficiency 07:01 Cutting Downtime and Boosting Site Productivity 10:21 Training Teams Faster With Machine Technology 13:22 Future of Construction Tech, AI, and Remote Operations 19:50 Keeping Growth Fun and Maintaining Clean Fleets 22:15 Building a Unique Clean Heavy Equipment Fleet 25:20 Managing Machinery Lifecycles and Large Projects 28:57 Handling Multi-Year Jobs and Growing In-House Capabilities 29:51 Expanding Into Full Site Package Services 32:52 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Conexpo Appearance 🔗 Connect with Brian: Website: https://www.bobdietzandsonsinc.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bob_dietz_a… Thank you to our good friends over at John Deere Power Systems for sponsoring this podcast: https://www.deere.ca/en/engines-and-d… CONEXPO-CON/AGG Newsletter: https://www.CONEXPOconagg.com/industr… #ConstructionTechnology #AIinConstruction #JohnDeere
