Iowa approves $3.4B infrastructure plan
Construction Dive
JUNE 14, 2018
The transportation commission approved a 2019-2023 program that includes airport, transit, railroad, trail and highway projects.
Plans approved for £900m Stevenage biotech campus
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Construction is expected to start in late-2023 with completion for phase one targeted for Q4 2025. sq ft new Life Sciences hub will be delivered alongside GSK’s existing Global R&D facility and involve an investment of £900m.
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New Law Streamlines San Francisco's Approval Process for Housing
The Pro Builder
DECEMBER 21, 2023
New Law Streamlines San Francisco's Approval Process for Housing ibush Thu, 12/21/2023 - 07:03 The Constraints Reduction Legislation aims to speed up the permitting process for the construction of much-needed housing in the city San Francisco is taking steps to streamline its notoriously slow permitting process.
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Urban design plan approved for Eastern Freeway Upgrades
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Urban Design and Landscape Plan for the Eastern Freeway Upgrades in Victoria have been approved, marking a major milestone for the project. With the Urban Design and Landscape Plan now approved, locals will see construction work on the Eastern Freeway Upgrades continue to move forward. Image: bigbuild.vic.gov.au
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UK construction activity April 2023: Community & amenity
Construction News
MAY 23, 2023
Project-starts, main contract awards and detailed planning approvals all fell against both last year and the previous quarter.
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2023 Collaborative Job Order Contracting
Job Order Contracting
MAY 16, 2023
2023 Collaborative Job Order Contracting is far superior to “traditional” JOC Program approaches. 4BT PEP JOC Knowledge-based Technology Platform Multi-level, multi-format training and support services [contact-form] The post 2023 Collaborative Job Order Contracting appeared first on 4BT.
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Taylor Wimpey axes 450 staff in cost-cutting push
Construction Enquirer
APRIL 26, 2023
She added that Taylor Wimpey was remaining ‘highly selective in our land additions’ and as a result, in the year to date had approved fewer than 500 new plots. ” “We continue to expect 2023 completions to be in the range of 9,000 to 10,500, broadly equivalent to an annual net sales rate assumption of 0.5
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Construction activity October 2023: Northern Ireland
Construction News
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Project starts and detailed planning approvals decreased against the previous year. Northern Ireland overview Underlying work (less than £100m in value) starting on site during the three months to… The post Construction activity October 2023: Northern Ireland appeared first on Construction News.
UK construction activity December 2023: Infrastructure
Construction News
JANUARY 19, 2024
Project-starts and detailed planning approvals fell against the previous year and the previous quarter. Infrastructure overview Totalling £2.339bn, civil engineering work starting on site during the three months to… The post UK construction activity December 2023: Infrastructure appeared first on Construction News.
Well-funded mobility projects in 2023 will include massive amounts of technology
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 3, 2023
That funding is scheduled to last through 2026 and the program will begin allocating funding for projects in 2023 within the coming weeks. The 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act includes billions more for public transit, passenger and freight rail and mobility in general. Equipment installations could begin as early as 2023.
HS2 labour supply firm posts loss despite revenue jump
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 5, 2023
Latest results from Hercules Site Services show a pre-tax loss for the six months to March 31 2023 despite an 85% jump in turnover compared to the same period last year. “Looking ahead to H2 2023 and beyond, we are very pleased with the significant pipeline of projects this segment of our business enjoys.” ”
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Planning permissions for new homes reach new low
The Construction Index
MARCH 14, 2024
The number of planning approvals for new house-building sites reached its lowest on record in 2023, builders report. Read Full Article: The Construction Index
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Light at the End of the Tunnel
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
In 2021, the City of Minneapolis Public Works Department approved a $60 million project to overhaul the stormwater tunnel system that moves water from downtown Minneapolis to the Mississippi River. Associated Builders and Contractors states that the construction workforce shortage topped half a million in 2023.
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Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 21, 2023
Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update ibush Mon, 08/21/2023 - 06:30 The 45-day public comment period opened Aug. Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update ibush Mon, 08/21/2023 - 06:30 The 45-day public comment period opened Aug.
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Rhino Shield’s high tech coating part of a sustainable future
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 4, 2023
June 30, 2023) – From the beginning, Rhino Shield’s ceramic elastomeric coatings were formulated to minimize environment impacts. DESTIN, FLA. Rhino Shield is non-toxic, low VOC, low odor, non-flammable and safe for skin contact.
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Reflecting on 2023, Looking Ahead to 2024
Rabbet
JANUARY 15, 2024
Extending Controls: Whether you wanted richer status of draws or more nuanced tracking of document approvals, Rabbet extended these capabilities to ensure that items were being processed quickly and accurately. Conclusion The outlook for 2024 is brighter than 2023. New opportunities await the CRE industry in 2024.
UK construction activity January 2025: Hotel & leisure
Construction News
MARCH 3, 2025
Hotel & leisure overview 17 per cent increase in project starts year-on-year 50 per cent decrease in main contract awards from last year 44 per cent increase in detailed planning approvals compared to 2023 Although the hotel & leisure sector starts and approvals slowed down… The post UK construction activity January 2025: Hotel & (..)
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UK construction activity December 2024: South West
Construction News
JANUARY 30, 2025
Project starts and detailed planning approvals fell against the preceding quarter and last year. More positively, there was an uptick in main contract awards against the previous three months and the 2023 figures.
UK construction activity December 2024: Northern Ireland
Construction News
JANUARY 30, 2025
Project starts experienced a significant rise against the previous year, whereas main contract awards and detailed planning approvals suffered against 2023 levels.
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UK construction activity December 2024: Housing
Construction News
JANUARY 30, 2025
The UK housing sector faced a challenging year in 2024, with declines across project starts, main contract awards, and detailed planning approvals compared to 2023. Housing overview Residential work commencing on-site totalled 44.726bn, down 12 per cent year-on-year.
Atlas Technical Consultants Acquired by GI Partners
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 24, 2023
The agreement to be acquired was previously announced on January 31, 2023 and approved by Atlas stockholders at Atlas’ Special Meeting of Stockholders held on March 29, 2023. on January 30, 2023. on January 30, 2023. billion, including outstanding debt. We are excited to enter this new chapter for Atlas.
NAHB Develops Land Use Resources for Home Builders and Buyers
The Pro Builder
MAY 8, 2023
RELATED New Legislation Worsens Housing Affordability Seeking Bipartisan Solutions for the Housing Affordability Crisis 7 Questions With Alicia Huey, 2023 NAHB Chairman Three Land-Use Policy Primers The result of this research is a series of three one-page primers that effectively convey a pro-housing, pro-development message.
UK construction activity January 2025: Industrial
Construction News
MARCH 3, 2025
Industrial overview 12 per cent increase in project starts year-on-year 5 per cent decrease in main contract awards from last year 14 per cent decrease in detailed planning approvals compared to 2023 The industrial sector experienced a mixed performance.
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Fifty New Affordable Housing Units for Seniors May Be Added in Denver
The Pro Builder
APRIL 21, 2023
Groundbreaking would take place in July 2023, and tenants could begin to move in in early 2024, the Denver Voice reports. The loan by the city must also be approved by the full City Council before it is finalized.
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Construction activity March 2023: North West
Construction News
APRIL 26, 2023
While project-starts, main contract awards and detailed planning approvals all weakened against the previous year and preceding quarter, the value of detailed planning approvals increased significantly against both time periods.
Christopher Grey Talks MA Building & Energy Codes at FGIA
CCR Magazine
MARCH 20, 2025
In this presentation, Grey provided an overview of the 2023 Massachusetts Stretch Code updates that impact faade design including requirements for air leakage, thermal bridging and the envelope backstop calculations. Moving forward, buildings permitted after July 1, 2023, will need to comply with the 2023 Massachusetts Stretch Code.
UK construction activity January 2025: Community & amenity
Construction News
MARCH 3, 2025
Community & amenity overview 37 per cent decrease in project starts year-on-year 47 per cent decrease in main contract awards from last year 60 per cent decrease in detailed planning approvals compared to 2023 The community & amenity sector experienced a weak performance in the… The post UK construction activity January 2025: Community (..)
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The 10 Hottest Housing Markets of 2024
The Pro Builder
JANUARY 4, 2024
Vaulting Buffalo to the top of the list are recent increases in the number of jobs created compared to the number of new homes construction projects being approved, as well as expectations for steady home values. Read more Housing Markets Market Data + Trends Housing Markets
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Top 10 OSHA Violations to Be Aware of in 2025
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Below, we review the top OSHA violations based on 2024 and 2023 data, highlighting actionable steps and practical takeaways to help you stay ahead in 2025. The Top 10 OSHA Violations in 2025 (Based on 2024 + 2023 Data) 1. Prevention Steps: Certify operators through OSHA-approved training programs.
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Kanawha River Railroad/Norfolk Southern Successful in Federal CRISI Grant Award
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
On November 9, 2023 the Ohio Rail Development Commission (Rail Commission) granted approval to Commission staff to administer the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement (CRISI) grant throughout the grant lifecycle. The line is owned by NS and operated by KNWA, a subsidiary of Watco.
Affordable Housing Community Utilizes Universal Design
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Affordable Housing Community Utilizes Universal Design qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:14 About 8% of Maine residents ages 18 to 64 live with a mobility disability that significantly affects their daily activities, according to supportive housing provider 3i Housing of Maine (3i HoME).
Top 15 Tips for Effective Construction Budgeting and Cost Management
Construction Placements
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Top 15 Tips for Effective Construction Budgeting and Cost Management Delve into expert-approved strategies for successful construction budgeting and cost management. Adapt to 2023's evolving landscape with these essential tips.
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Construction activity August 2023: North West
Construction News
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
While main contract awards weakened against the previous year and the preceding three months, the value of project starts and detailed planning approvals increased against both the preceding quarter and last year.
UK construction activity April 2023: Retail
Construction News
MAY 23, 2023
Main contract awards and detailed planning approvals slipped back against both the previous three months and last year. … The post UK construction activity April 2023: Retail appeared first on Construction News.
City of San Antonio Receives Funding for 14 New Affordable Housing Projects
The Pro Builder
MAY 19, 2023
City of San Antonio Receives Funding for 14 New Affordable Housing Projects ldeakins Fri, 05/19/2023 - 10:26 The San Antonio City Council is voting on a number of upcoming affordable housing projects funded by a 2022 local housing bond and federal grants The City of San Antonio is set to receive $32.1
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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2023
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 5, 2023
After reviewing hundreds of submissions for 2023, we're excited to finally reveal this year's list. 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2023 The list appears in alphabetical order by company name. His visionary leadership and analytical thinking have helped BamCore double its revenue in 2023.
Walk the talk: Why care for water?
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 19, 2024
2023 was a significant year for Aco. From securing approval from the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) on our commitment to reduce Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, to the completion of the first phase of our site redevelopment works in Bedfordshire, we have created a… The post Walk the talk: Why care for water?
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UK construction activity June 2023: Hotel & leisure
Construction News
JULY 19, 2023
Project-starts, main contract awards and detailed planning approvals suffered declines on the previous quarter. More positively, contract awards and approvals experienced growth against last year.
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UK construction activity December 2024: Retail
Construction News
JANUARY 30, 2025
The retail sector faced a challenging 2024, with detailed planning approvals and main contract awards declining compared to the previous year, while project starts remained flat. Retail overview Retail work starting on-site totalled 2.072bn, unchanged from 2023.
'Trade Secret' Startup Builds Modular Homes out of Ceramic
The Pro Builder
JUNE 29, 2023
Trade Secret' Startup Builds Modular Homes out of Ceramic qpurcell Thu, 06/29/2023 - 09:28 A startup called Vantem constructs modular, factory-built homes that are energy efficient and affordable and can withstand extreme weather. A Vantem home on average is 70% more energy efficient than a code-approved, stick-built home.
B2W Software Expands Alerts and Notifications Capabilities of Construction Management Platform
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 8, 2023
These actions range from creation of resource assignments and maintenance requests to submission, approval or rejection of field logs and mechanic timecards. The B2W Platform includes applications to manage estimating, resource scheduling and dispatching, performance tracking, equipment maintenance and electronic forms and reporting.
UK construction activity November 2023: Retail
Construction News
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Project-starts, main contract awards and detailed planning approvals all slipped back against last year. Retail overview Project-starts, main contract awards, and detailed planning approvals all slipped back against last year. In contrast, consents increased on the preceding quarter.
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UK construction activity July 2023: Infrastructure
Construction News
AUGUST 15, 2023
Detailed planning approvals fell against both the previous quarter and 2022 levels. In contrast, project-starts grew on the previous quarter and detailed planning approvals received a boost compared with last year.
Construction activity May 2023: Northern Ireland
Construction News
JUNE 27, 2023
Project-starts, main contract awards and detailed planning approvals all performed poorly against the previous year. More positively, awards and approvals increased against the preceding quarter.
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