Construction Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The city of Corpus Christi picked the firm to design and build its first seawater purification system, expected to cost at least $750 million, in order to drought-proof its water supply.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Legislation streamlines design, construction for renewable energy initiative California Gov. Gavin Newsom today signed a bill allowing the Port of Long Beach to streamline the design and construction of Pier Wind, a proposed 400-acre terminal to facilitate the assembly and deployment of floating offshore wind turbines. Assembly Bill 2235, authored by Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal, will reduce costs and accelerate the timeline to complete the proposed Pier Wind project, which would be the largest
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Construction Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Illegal immigration has dominated the headlines during this election season, but building pros are calling for help to get skilled workers to jobsites.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
WESTMINSTER, Colo., — Trimble ® (Nasdaq: TRMB) announced today the winners of its 2024 Tekla ® Global Building Information Modeling (BIM) Awards. In this biennial competition, the world’s most impressive structural construction projects that use Tekla solutions are judged in eight categories on criteria such as Use of BIM and Collaboration, Innovative Use of Tekla Software, Constructibility, Environmental Benefits and Cool Factor.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Priced in the billions, these new gates, runways, concourses and other improvements are underway around the country.
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Construction Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
With 27 years of experience at the Massachusetts Port Authority, Cassandra Campbell brings a plethora of skills in diversity, management and logistics.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 15, 2024
After years of soaring home prices and high mortgage rates, the U.S. housing market is showing some signs of stability. However, prices around the U.S. are still elevated. Mortgage rates remain high at around 6.32% for a 30-year fixed loan, and the median U.S. home price was $425,000 as of September. However, there are still a few affordable housing markets, according to Realtor.com.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Edwards Vacuum will use the money to build a $319 million dry vacuum pump plant in the Finger Lakes region for the semiconductor industry.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted construction costs, leading to sharp increases in material prices. From Q2 2020 to Q2 2021, home reconstruction costs increased by an average of 16.6%, according to property information services provider Corelogic. However, costs began to stabilize, declining by an average of 1.9% between Q2 2022 and Q2 2023. Now in 2024, cost increases are beginning to slow, but some regions of the U.S. continue to be hit with high costs.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Dallas, TX — Tangram Interiors, a leading provider of curated furniture and technology solutions, proudly announces the completion of a dynamic new office space for Altruist, a rapidly growing digital brokerage platform for Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs). Located in Dallas, this office is designed to be the primary hub for Altruist’s customer support operations, fostering a productive and engaging work environment.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 15, 2024
With growing concerns surrounding affordability and low housing inventory, many would-be homebuyers have continued to rent over the past several years. However, a majority of these renters say they would like to buy if market conditions allowed. According to National Mortgage Professional, 77% of would-be buyers say they feel somewhat or very prepared to purchase a home, yet 40% say they still haven't connected with a lender.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Google has unveiled an agreement to purchase nuclear energy from small modular reactors (SMRs) being developed by Kairos Power to power its artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The post Google signs ‘world first’ deal for nuclear energy from SMRs to power AI technology appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Construction Master 5 is How Pro Builders Figure It Out Quality builders don’t guess at numbers when it comes to estimating or building. That’s why pros turn to the easy-to-use Construction Master 5 calculator. It helps with construction-math so you and your crew know the exact measurement, angle, layout, and amount of a project and can build with confidence.
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Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Benefits of electrified railways are numerous and they will be vital in achieving net zero, but the electrification rate is worryingly low and an overhaul of the approach is required. The post Why is rail electrification so slow in the UK? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Meet Pro Builder's 2024 class of energetic, innovative young leaders who represent the future of the housing industry. Congratulations to the 2024 Forty Under 40!
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Earlier this week, Thames Tideway announced four of its 21 sites had become operational with the “super sewer” beginning to protect London’s famous river from the threat of sewage pollution. The post ‘There’s never been a better time to build Tideway’: CEO talks momentum of tunnelling in London appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A couple wanted their new home to incorporate lots of natural light and views of the surrounding Minnesota prairie. The right windows and doors were key.
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Construction companies face daily challenges, from project delays to cost overruns. But with the right ERP software, these hurdles become opportunities for growth. This in-depth study covers how companies like Bartlett-Cocke General Contractors saw an 83% reduction in cost analysis time and a 62% decrease in vendor payment processing time by adopting a Construction ERP system.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Creativity is critical for bringing more people into the civil engineering profession, and for ensuring the success of projects, according to senior civil engineering leaders at Institution of Civil Engineering’s (ICE’s) inaugural Ikigai Creative Arts Festival. The post ICE’s Ikigai festival shines light on the need for creativity in civil engineering appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Latest report from Glenigan, the construction market monitoring business, reveals a 47% fall in planning approvals in the third quarter of 2024.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The University of Massachusetts Amherst’s School of Public Health & Health Services (SPHHS) building is being constructed. Image courtesy Leers Weinzapfel Associates The University of Massachusetts Amherst’s School of Public Health & Health Services (SPHHS) building is currently under construction. The 2,489 m 2 (26,800 sf) project will include team-based learning classrooms, seminar rooms, collaboration spaces, advising offices, and, at its center, a school-wide common space overlooking
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 15, 2024
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Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario. Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin
Construction News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A developer of micro nuclear power stations plans to build four units in South Wales, to deliver power directly to industrial customers. US-owned Last Energy, which says it needs no public funding for its plants, wants to build the four 20 MWe modular-built stations on… The post Micro nuclear reactor developer announces first UK site appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The government has agreed to provide £1.1bn to expand London Stansted Airport, saying that it will create 5,000 jobs, boost supply chains and “further cement the UK on the international stage”. The post Government providing £1.1bn for London Stansted Airport expansion appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Today
OCTOBER 15, 2024
PCL Construction, a Canadian firm with US headquarters in Denver, has secured a $300 million contract to modernize Amtrak’s King Street Yard in Seattle. Funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the project aims to enhance Amtrak’s maintenance capabilities and support the new Amtrak Airo trains, set to begin service in 2026.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
AtkinsRéalis has been appointed by Iarnród Eireann (Irish Rail) to provide design services for the Dublin Area Rapid Transit (Dart+) West and South West rail improvement projects. The post Irish Rail appoints AtkinsRéalis to design Dart+ West and South West rail projects in Dublin appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Roads Online
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Image: tmr.qld.gov.au In Queensland, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has awarded Seymour Whyte, in a joint venture with John Holland, the contract to deliver stage one of the Beerburrum to Nambour (B2N) Rail Upgrade project. The project will include the duplication of the rail line between Beerburrum and Beerwah and the straightening of the rail line between Beerburrum and Glass House Mountains.
CCE Magazine
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The HS2 project, once considered the future of Britain’s high-speed rail network, has faced multiple challenges, from rising costs to political uncertainty. Recent analysis by the High Speed Rail Group (HSRG) suggests that extending the line to Euston in London and Crewe in Cheshire could unlock its full financial potential. With the UK government weighing the future of this extension… Source The post Rail Leaders Push for HS2 Extension — Extending to Euston and Crewe Could Be a
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Four 20MW micro-reactors are to be built by Last Energy UK in south Wales, with the first projected to be finished by 2027. The post Last Energy plans four 20MW micro reactors in South Wales to support manufacturing appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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