The Pro Builder
AUGUST 7, 2024
In many major cities across the U.S., homes have become unaffordable to all but their wealthiest residents. According to CNBC, a recent analysis of the 50 largest cities in the U.S. by mortgage analytics firm HSH indicates an average income of $104,339 is needed to afford a home in these cities. Comparatively, the national median household income is $74,580.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 7, 2024
From a smaller drywall robot to tech that helps builders comply with tougher green construction standards, this month’s fresh offerings promise to streamline jobsites and the back office.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2024
ST LOUIS – In keeping with its mission to transform communities, KAI joined a diverse crowd of residents, public officials, contractors, clergy and business partners on May 21 to celebrate the grand opening of the Urban League Senior Living Center in Dellwood, MO. The event marked a significant milestone in the community’s revitalization efforts.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 7, 2024
On an earnings call this week, CEO Bob Pragada emphasized the strength of infrastructure-adjacent sectors and advanced facility construction, including semiconductor plants and data centers.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2024
Rockaway Beach Coastal Restoration Project, New York City By JoAnne Castagna, Ed.D. Allan Little, a sixty-two-year-old Far Rockaway resident, who is deaf, is sitting next to a beach dune, digging into the sand with his bare hands, under the warm sun. He is planting vegetation to help make Rockaway Beach more resilient to coastal storm erosion and flooding.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 7, 2024
The report comes amid a rise in malicious cyberthreats from state-linked and criminal hackers targeting U.S. drinking water and water treatment facilities.
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 7, 2024
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, home prices have increased by 47%. This has led many members of Generation Z to view homeownership as unattainable. However, state and local governments are hoping to change that. According to Route Fifty, some jurisdictions are implementing homeownership programs for young buyers. In Utah, Governor Spencer Cox's administration plans to build 35,000 starter homes by 2028, and Rochester, Minn., has allocated $4 million to develop housing for those ea
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2024
HOUSTON – Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN) is pleased to announce the opening of its new Houston headquarters. The new office will support the firm’s 20 percent growth rate in the Houston office. LAN’s new headquarters, situated in a spacious 42,100-square-foot building, will open in mid-August. The office features state-of-the-art executive conferencing, soundproof collaboration rooms, telephone booths and huddle rooms, providing ample space for staff to collaborate and design.
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 7, 2024
In June 2024, home prices across the U.S. rose by 4.7% compared with June 2023, but this growth is slowing down. A recent report from real estate data tracker CoreLogic shows there were increases across the board, with no states experiencing a decrease in prices. South Dakota saw the largest increase in home prices at 10% year-over-year, followed by Rhode Island and Connecticut at 9.2% and 8.5%, respectively.
The Construction Index
AUGUST 7, 2024
Construction labour supply firm VGC is thriving on the back of the HS2 project but is laying the ground for life after that project ends.
Speaker: Timothy Allsopp
Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2024
For the past year, National Highways has been undertaking a research project known as Structures Moonshot to try and innovate the way it conducts inspections of steel corrosion inside concrete structures. The post How National Highways’ Structures Moonshot is improving inspection of steel corrosion within concrete appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
AUGUST 7, 2024
Conlon Group has been sold to an employee-ownership trust.
Equipment World
AUGUST 7, 2024
See which backhoe loader models were best-sellers and fetched top dollar at auction, according to latest data from Fusable's EDA and EquipmentWatch.
The Construction Index
AUGUST 7, 2024
Insulation contractors report that they are losing jobs to cost-cutting competitors who appear to have forgotten – or never learned – the lessons of the Grenfell Tower fire.
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New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2024
Sub-national transport body Midlands Connect has detailed 17 road projects it believes the new government should prioritise in order to benefit the region. The post Midlands Connect pushes for government backing for 17 road projects in the region appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
AUGUST 7, 2024
Rotherham-based Harworth Estates has filed a winding-up petition against volumetric house-builder TopHat for non-payment of debts.
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2024
The first tunnel boring contract for the $16bn (£12.6bn) Hudson Tunnel project in New York has been awarded to Schiavone Dragados Lane JV. The post First tunnel boring contract awarded on NYC’s £12.6bn Hudson Tunnel project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
AUGUST 7, 2024
Image courtesy of the Queensland Government. Two new tenders for the Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line project in Queensland have now been released to market, coinciding with the opening of a brand new information and engagement centre for the community to learn more about the project and associated works. The two tenders for the major rail project are seeking engineering teams and procurement specialists to assist in finalising the reference design and support procurement activities for the proje
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New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2024
Financial markets including the FTSE (Financial Times Stock Exchange) 100 Index have been rattled by concerns of the United States moving into a recession, but civil engineering in the UK is bucking the trend and performing well thanks to major projects such as High Speed… The post UK civil engineering activity strong despite financial markets turbulence appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
AUGUST 7, 2024
Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. The deadline is fast approaching for companies to apply for the MAV Statewide Roads Contract in Victoria. The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) has gone to market on behalf of all Victorian councils to establish a panel of key roads and pavement contractors for the MAV Statewide Roads Contract. This sector-wide roads contract, for Bitumen, Asphalt, Associated Materials, and Services Panel, is a strategic effort to enhance the efficiency, sustaina
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 7, 2024
Data about an M25 runoff pond was mistakenly omitted by contractor Connect Plus Services during NCE’s investigation into their condition. The post Missing M25 runoff pond data revealed as WSP signs on to aid National Highways’ water plan appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
AUGUST 7, 2024
Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. The new Parkdale Station has opened following the removal of two sets of boom gates, moving the Frankston line one step closer to becoming level crossing free by 2029 in Victoria. The level crossing at Parkers Road, Parkdale has been removed by building a rail bridge over the road. During a two-week closure the LXRP worked to connect the elevated rail bridge to the existing Frankston Line.
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Construction News
AUGUST 7, 2024
Focusing on regional work has paid off for Esh Group, according to its chief executive. In an exclusive interview with Construction News, group chief executive Andy Radcliffe said that targeting contracts in the North East had delivered strong financial results and secured future business. Radcliffe… The post Regional focus has paid off, Esh boss reveals appeared first on Construction News.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 7, 2024
A $19B overhaul of John F. Kennedy International Airport, including two massive new terminals, is progressing swiftly and so far successfully with a large cast of public and private partners and community stakeholders.
Construction Placements
AUGUST 7, 2024
Current Scenario of the Indian Construction Industry in 2024 The Indian Construction industry is categorized by Commercial Constructions, Residential Constructions, Industrial Constructions, Infrastructure, Transportation Constructions, and Energy and Utility Constructions. The post Current Scenario of the Indian Construction Industry in 2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
PC Construction
AUGUST 7, 2024
Georgia’s Henry County, located just 30 minutes south of downtown Atlanta, has witnessed unprecedented population growth. With the associated strain on infrastructure, Henry County Water Authority embarked on an extensive $182 million project to expand wastewater treatment capacity and upgrade treatment processes at the Walnut Creek Water Reclamation Facility.
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ENR Construction
AUGUST 7, 2024
Firm will handle detailed engineering, preconstruction and nuclear supply chain development for technology firm BWXT's 50-MW thermal power facility eyed to support industrial facilities, data centers and other users in Wyoming.
For Construction Pros
AUGUST 7, 2024
Sponsored by Link-Belt, the 2024 Excavator Spec Guide shows how the latest excavators in the industry boost productivity and cut emissions with alternative power options.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 7, 2024
Aim of the grants is to build a "pipeline" of new bridge projects, FHWA Administrator Shailen Bhatt says.
The Construction Index
AUGUST 7, 2024
A £118m government office development in Darlington has been given the go-ahead by planners.
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