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Santa Barbara, California – October 29th, 2009 – The construction contractor directory and social networking website Jobtrio.com has just completed a two month redesign in order to provide its listing services free to all United States contractors.  Previously, Jobtrio.com had offered profiles on a pay-per-listing basis to California contractors exclusively.

“This represents a major change in our company’s business model, but it is clearly the right thing to do for our client base in this economic climate,” says President, Josh Groves.  “We plan to continue building our community by offering much-needed, free advertising to contractors.”

Construction contractors can generate their Jobtrio.com profiles by either claiming their existing general directory listing or by creating a new listing from scratch.  The signup process should take less than five minutes, says Groves.

Based out of Santa Barbara, California, Jobtrio.com is a free Internet service launched in February that allows users to browse more than half a million listings of contractors, or quickly locate a business by name, location, or specialty.  Key features include candid customer reviews and detailed profiles to help project managers and home owners find great construction professionals.  Jobtrio.com is currently one of the largest contractor directories on the Internet.

November 11, 2009 – In June, construction broke ground on the $5 million hospice house in Lehigh, Florida. Just off Beth Stacey Boulevard, the 45,000 square-foot building will have 24 guest rooms.  Construction is on the fast-track, as the facilities are planned to aid citizens from Alva, Lehigh, and LaBelle.  Cape Coral contractors have been grateful for the employment opportunities presented by the Hope Hospice House construction project.

The five acres near Yellowtail Canal Extension were donated by the Community Health Association for the building.  And, though construction in progressing to allow the facilities to open in March of 2010, Hope Hospice still has another $3 million of funds to raise to cover the total cost.  Cape Coral general contractors and Fort Myers general contractors have taken advantage of the hospice project to help their businesses survive these lean times.

jobtrio.com Staff
Construction Industry Newswire

November, 16, 2009 – The Broomfield, Colorado construction firm of MWH Global Inc. has been selected by the city of Austin, Texas to oversee preconstruction efforts on a $508 million water treatment plant that will be built in northwest Austin.

Austin Spending $508M on Water Treatment Plant

The preconstruction work will total $5.3 million and will be heavily utilizing local and minority owned businesses.  This is great news for Austin contractors who have been struggling since the slow-down of new construction last year.

The water treatment plant will be attempting to achieve a Silver LEED rating for the 92 acre project.  The construction, with a planned completion in 2014, will include, pump stations, water pipelines, and treatment capabilities.  Austin contractors, including Austin electricians, are expected to active pursue subcontracting positions on this enormous project.


jobtrio.com Staff
Construction Industry Newswire

November 16, 2009 – Beginning in 2011, the downtown region of Pompano Beach, Florida is planned to receive at least $1.8 million in enhancements and ascetic improvements. The goal is to beautify the area so that it might become more of a tourist draw.  The construction efforts will be mainly focused on East Atlantic Boulevard, with sidewalk widening and landscaping improvements being discussed.  Pompano Beach contractors welcome the economic boost this project will bring to the struggling construction industry.

Redevelopment Management Associates is heading-up the planning of the project, which will occur primarily on the section of Atlantic Boulevard between Northeast 18th Avenue and State Road A1A.  Other improvements are likely to include new street lights and the paving of Atlantic Boulevard. Pompano Beach electricians and Pompano Beach general contractors are expected to compete for available subcontracting positions on the project.


jobtrio.com Staff
Construction Industry Newswire

November 17, 2009 – The state of California has a lofty goal of receiving 33% of its energy from renewable sources by 2020, and the Porterville Unified School District is the latest school to take a step in the green energy direction. PUSD, along with the city of Porterville and Southern California Edison, are planning a $25 million solar panel installation on its school campuses. Presently, the two candidates for the installations are Porterville Adult School and Granite Hills High School. This large public works project could mean close to 100 jobs for Porterville construction contractors.

The solar panel project is expected to cover almost 15 acres, when all is said and done, and is being financed by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act economic stimulus package. There is nearly $700 million available for the state for such school projects. Porterville contractors, including Porterville general contractors, should make a point to seize the opportunities presented by this stimulus spending.

jobtrio.com Staff
Construction Industry Newswire