The Pro Builder
JULY 15, 2024
Elevated home prices and an ongoing inventory shortage have caused many households to rent instead of purchasing a home. With this in mind, apartment tracking platform RentCafe rounded up the most popular renter markets in the first half of 2024. In general, the list shows a trend toward more affordable cities, with Minneapolis in the top spot, followed by Overland Park, Kan.
Construction Dive
JULY 15, 2024
The cost of materials tumbled in June, likely due to lower project starts in a number of segments, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.
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The Pro Builder
JULY 15, 2024
“We hear directly from our customers just how emotional the moving process can be,” says Kerry Melcher, head of real estate at Opendoor, a company that buys and sells homes online.To get a better understanding of the emotions involved, Opendoor commissioned a survey, conducted in late 2023, of over 2,000 US adults who had bought or sold homes (or had begun to do so) within the previous year.
Construction Dive
JULY 15, 2024
Illinois and Michigan are partnering on the Brandon Road Interbasin to stave off invasive carp and other aquatic nuisance species.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
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The Pro Builder
JULY 15, 2024
Lot values for single-family speculative homes are continuing to climb, hitting a new peak in 2023. According to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog, the median lot value for speculative homes in the U.S. at the start of 2023 was $58,000. At the same time, there has been a significant shift toward smaller lot sizes in recent years.
Construction Dive
JULY 15, 2024
The nearly 400,000-square-foot facility in Fishers, Indiana, will more than quadruple the size of the auto racing giant’s current headquarters.
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The Pro Builder
JULY 15, 2024
Housing affordability remains a top concern for prospective buyers, but some states still offer obtainable home prices. Redfin, a real estate data platform, put together a list of the cheapest states to buy a home in the current housing market. The most affordable state was Iowa, with a median sale price of $240,500, followed by Oklahoma and Ohio, which have median sales prices of $251,400 and $259,100, respectively.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
WSP serving as engineer of record for Maryland’s David F. Bone Equipment Maintenance and Transit Operation Center; first on the East Coast to produce on-site green hydrogen energy. DERWOOD, MARYLAND — Work is underway on the landmark David F. Bone Equipment Maintenance and Transit Operation Center (EMTOC) that will feature electric bus charging and on-site green hydrogen production powered by solar and battery energy storage.
The Pro Builder
JULY 15, 2024
Rheem, an Atlanta-based heating and air conditioning manufacturer, is aiding in Habitat for Humanity’s mission to build more housing with a recent $10,000 donation. According to Rheem, employees embarked on a health and wellness journey in which they logged their walking, biking, and running miles. The 14,512 miles—shared between 130 employees—were than converted into dollars, allowing Rheem to achieve its donation goal.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
By: Ralph Hage Tucked away in a scenic Mediterranean coastal town, a historic Lebanese house pediment was recently saved from ruin. The structure, consisting of a pediment supported by five arches, was falling apart after years of abandonment. In fact, the only feature holding the structure together were crawling plants that had intertwined themselves throughout the columns and pediment.
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Construction News
JULY 15, 2024
Costs have risen on the main civils works of HS2 in the south of England. Skanska revealed in a stock market statement on Friday that it is set to receive an extra £50m for its role on the southern section of the megaproject after agreeing… The post HS2: costs rise on phase one works appeared first on Construction News.
The Construction Index
JULY 15, 2024
A contractor working on the F-35A RAF Lakenheath construction programme for the Ministry of Defence, could face court proceedings and an unlimited fine after breaching planning permission.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
The leading provider of AECO information management software announces the industry’s first solution for seamlessly moving project discussion and decision-making into BIM environment BOSTON — Newforma , the leader in information management software, announces the world’s first integration of email communication directly with the buildingSMART International openBIM format, an open international process supporting accessible, sustainable collaboration for all project participants.
The Construction Index
JULY 15, 2024
Property developer Ballymore has submitted an outline planning application to demolish Edgware’s Broadwalk Shopping Centre, bus station and garage and put up more than 3,000 new homes.
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New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
The final legal appeal against the A303 Stonehenge Tunnel enters court today, 15 July, as the expenditure on the project has been revealed as £166M despite main work not having commenced. The post Stonhehenge Tunnel | Final legal battle starts as expenditure to date tops £160M appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
JULY 15, 2024
The Church Commissioners for England has selected Bloor Homes and St Philips to deliver part of a 2,000-home development in North Warwickshire.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
Network Rail and its contractor Kier have indefinitely delayed the replacement of the railway bridge over Botley Road as part of the £161M Oxford station upgrade to the complexity of rerouting utilities. The post Bridge replacement at Oxford station indefinitely delayed due to complex mains rerouting appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
JULY 15, 2024
Surgery can be stressful for anyone, but for the construction pros in recovery, it's even more so. With knowledge and support, a different experience is possible today.
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Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.
Construction Placements
JULY 15, 2024
Construction Consulting Services: Unlocking the Potential of Global Consulting Firms Discover the essential construction consulting services offered by global firms, including project management, cost estimation, risk management, and sustainability consulting, to ensure your project's success. The post Construction Consulting Services: Unlocking the Potential of Global Consulting Firms appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
The M25 was reopened seven hours ahead of schedule last night, 14 July, following its third full weekend closure as part of the £317M junction 10 upgrade in Surrey. The post M25 reopens early again following installation of junction 10 bridge as part of £317M upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Strong Tie
JULY 15, 2024
As a contractor, you know your business depends on lead generation, so understanding how to get leads can help you sustain and grow your business as a builder. Developing a construction lead-generation strategy means three things: You need to take a high-level view of your potential clients and resources. You need to determine how much time and money you can dedicate to your lead-generation efforts.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
Today, 15 July, is World Youth Skills Day, which highlights the importance of equipping young people with the right skills for employment to enable them to succeed in their careers. The post World Youth Skills Day: Key role of pre-apprenticeships in building next generation of engineers appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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.
Roads Online
JULY 15, 2024
Fulton Hogan’s STEM program aims to provide a problem-based learning model, enabling students to apply their knowledge and interests to a real-life application (pictured: Georgia Perry, Project Manager – Utilities at Fulton Hogan). Images: Fulton Hogan. Fulton Hogan’s STEM educational program is enlightening the next generation, encouraging them to make the most of what the infrastructure and utility sectors have to offer.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
Transport Scotland has awarded a £5.5M ground investigation contract for its plans to improve the resilience of the A83 Rest and Be Thankful to Structural Soils. The post A83 Rest and Be Thankful £5.5M ground investigation contract awarded appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
JULY 15, 2024
Leeds-based developer/contractor Torsion Group has appointed David Worsley chief operating officer.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
Innovators have been invited to submit proposals which could enhance energy security and promote the secure and trustworthy operation of critical infrastructure by Nato’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (Diana). The post Start-ups and SME innovations sought by Nato and MoD to protect critical infrastructure appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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GCP Applied Technologies
JULY 15, 2024
CHRYSO & GCP Introduce EnviroMix® Impact App Phillip.fry@gc… Mon, 07/15/2024 - 09:02 Proprietary app to pre-quantify CO2 reduction of optimized concrete mix designs expands company’s sustainability program GCP Applied Technlogies July 15, 2024 HRYSO & GCP (Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals), a worldwide leader in sustainable construction, announced the addition of their proprietary EnviroMix® Impact App to the company’s Curbing CO2 at the Source Program for Sustainability.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
Hitachi Rail and British SMR CrossTech are trialling an artificial intelligence (AI) powered computer vision tool on the East Coast Main Line to provide real-time automated detection of overhanging trees, leaves, and landslips. The post AI-powered forward-facing CCTV detects vegetation and landslips on East Coast Main Line appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
PC Construction
JULY 15, 2024
Last Friday, the City of Bunnell , PC Construction and CPH gathered with local officials to celebrate the official groundbreaking for the Bunnell Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion project. This project is part of the City’s continued efforts to bring the plant up to advanced wastewater treatment standards and to meet environmental sustainability requirements.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
High Speed 2 (HS2) main works contractor Skanska Costain Strabag joint venture (SCS) has been allocated an additional £150M for its work to design and build the project’s London tunnels. The post HS2 Ltd pays additional £150M to Skanska Costain Strabag for London tunnels appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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