3 business-essential areas where civil and infrastructure firms can lead with AI
Construction Dive
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3D GIS: Revolutionizing Community Well-being and Infrastructure Resilience
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 2, 2024
By Adam Radel GISP, manager of spatial strategy, and Laura Lloyd, senior planner & geospatial developer at HNTB In urban design and construction, innovative technologies like 3D Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have emerged as pivotal resources for advancing climate resilience and sustainable development strategies. This technological approach enhances project execution and transforms community stakeholders’ interactions with their environment, facilitating a new era of intuitive and int
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Jacobs-McCarthy JV nabs $160M project in growing water sector
Construction Dive
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The project will expand the Robert W. Goldsworthy Desalter facility in Southern California to treat up to 9 million gallons of brackish water per day.
Mega Walk-in Drive | 6th Dec. 2024 | GALFAR Al Misnad Engineering & Contracting WLL, Doha, Qatar | Multiple Job openings
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DECEMBER 2, 2024
Mega Walk-in Drive | 6th Dec. 2024 | GALFAR Al Misnad Engineering & Contracting WLL, Doha, Qatar | Multiple Job openings Join Galfar Al Misnad's walk-in recruitment drive on 6th December 2024 in Doha, Qatar. Multiple engineering and supervisory positions are available. Candidates must have a transferable visa and should bring necessary documents.
Boost Growth & Efficiency with a Unified Construction Software Platform
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e-Storage subsidiary to build $712M plant in Kentucky
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Shelbyville Battery Manufacturing is establishing a cell, module and packaging facility and is set to begin production in 2025.
Tony Blair think tank says UK needs to build new nuclear ‘at pace’
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The UK needs to build new nuclear “at pace” if it wants to remain competitive against similar countries pursuing nuclear power programmes, according to a report from the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBIGC). The post Tony Blair think tank says UK needs to build new nuclear ‘at pace’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Water permeability of concrete can be reduced by up to 100 times through the use of silica fume Test by some independence authorities indicates that so called waterproofing admixtures had no effect on water permeability of concrete. Rather that supervision and improved mix designs associated with such systems can lead to a more impermeable concrete. […] The post Effect of Silica Fume to Water Permeability of Concrete first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
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Arwen’s anniversary highlights slow progress on infrastructure resilience
New Civil Engineer
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Storm Bert’s chaos last month feels all too familiar. Trains and flights cancelled, roads turned into rivers and 325,000 homes plunged into darkness. Storms are relentless, but what makes Bert particularly significant is that it hit on the anniversary of Storm Arwen – the first… The post Arwen’s anniversary highlights slow progress on infrastructure resilience appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Graham wins Cardiff Crossrail Phase 1
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£2.6M of construction starts at UK’s only dedicated commercial sub-orbital space launch site
New Civil Engineer
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Enabling works have started at Spaceport 1 on North Uist in the Outer Hebrides in Scotland, led by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar (formerly Western Isles Council). The post £2.6M of construction starts at UK’s only dedicated commercial sub-orbital space launch site appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
First drive through complete for West Gate Tunnel
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Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. Crews are making progress on the West Gate Tunnel Project in Melbourne, with the excavation of the connecting passage between the twin tunnels and maintenance levels now complete, and cars now able to drive the full length of the new twin tunnels. The West Gate Tunnel Project will deliver an alternative to the West Gate Bridge, removing 9000 trucks a day off local roads by providing a second river crossing and creating 14 kilometres of new walking and
Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads
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Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.
Crack Width Calculation as per IS 3370 – 2021
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In this article, we explain the crack width calculation for major structural forces like bending moment, direct tension and combined bending and tension for RCC Wall, Slab, Beam, columns, and other structural member. This article also includes the philosophy and basic concept of crack width. So, read the article till the end, and if you.
Study: 70% feel AI already impacting work; 66% see adaptation as critical
New Civil Engineer
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A new report by WSP and market researcher Savanta has found that most feel that AI is already changing how they or their workplace operates, with many noting positive outcomes like efficiency and reduced cost. The post Study: 70% feel AI already impacting work; 66% see adaptation as critical appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Red to revamp Piccadilly office block
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The report, ‘Building in Resilience: Weather-proofing European Construction in a Changing Climate’, was compiled by Aggreko, a global supplier of mobile and modular power, temperature control equipment and energy services. Its findings are drawn from a survey of 850 construction managers from the UK, Ireland,… The post 75.2% of construction managers say extreme weather financially impacting UK and European projects appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation
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.
Ten make the cut for Thames Water professional services framework
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New Civil Engineer
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Starlight appoints Rund for three more BTR schemes
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HS2 | Assembly of TBMs for 7.2km Euston tunnels commences
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Engineers from Skanska Costain Strabag JV (SCS) have commenced the assembly of two large tunnelling machines (TBMs), weighing 1,250t each, that will bore the remaining 7.2km of High Speed 2 (HS2) into central London. The post HS2 | Assembly of TBMs for 7.2km Euston tunnels commences appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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BDP's Gap House sees light of day
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Bancon set to bounce back from sluggish year
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Bancon Group, the Aberdeenshire house-building and construction contractor, is expecting to increase turnover and profit this year after seeing them slide last year.
Deep dive: Manufacturing facility for submarine modules breaks ground
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Northumbria University invests in 3D concrete printer
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