Contech investment up 20% in Q1
Construction Dive
APRIL 17, 2024
Investors pumped $672 million into the space through March, a significant jump from the same period in 2023, according to Cemex Ventures.
Construction Dive
APRIL 17, 2024
Investors pumped $672 million into the space through March, a significant jump from the same period in 2023, according to Cemex Ventures.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 17, 2024
The hidden signs your firm’s plan is neither strategic nor growth-driven. By Ying Liu, LEED AP BD+C From the Zweig Letter Despite good intentions, one of the most common pitfalls in strategic planning is the lack or absence of growth strategies, let alone being intentional and strategic about them. Growth strategies are like part and parcel of a strategic plan in which the ultimate value and impacts are driven by a firm’s ability to both clearly articulate and robustly execute its growth strateg
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Construction Dive
APRIL 17, 2024
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 17, 2024
Proven Ways to Improve Jobsite Productivity rbinsacca Wed, 04/17/2024 - 12:37 At the International Builders' Show in February, I moderated an educational session titled “Improving Jobsite Productivity.” It must have struck a nerve because we had a capacity crowd of 315 people and were asked to present it again later that day to accommodate another 120 or so who’d been turned away from the first session.
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Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.
Construction Dive
APRIL 17, 2024
The youngest project executive in the firm’s New York City office talks about the special challenges of complex medical projects as well as the importance of multitasking and delegation.
Construction Project Zone brings together the best content for construction projects from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Construction Dive
APRIL 17, 2024
A “hairball” of a tech stack can create a world of problems, one expert said. Disjointed technology can make work harder and waste employee time and financial resources.
Build LLC Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
[Beirut Tanks photo by Craig Larkin] In spring 2016, BUILD visited Cambridge University where we spoke with Wendy Pullan, director of the Centre for Urban Conflicts Research in the Department of Architecture. Most conflicts today take place in cities, and the Centre aims to provide a better understanding of urban conflict (particularly extreme or specific cases) through interdisciplinary investigation and examination.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 17, 2024
San Francisco’s ambitious $13bn (£10.5bn) programme to defend the city against flooding from inevitable sea rise will involve raising the shoreline and lifting historic buidlings, an engineer on the project has told NCE. The post Early insight on San Francisco’s highly ambitious £10.5bn sea rise protection project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 17, 2024
The Volvo vehicles on display at the World of Volvo Centre Photos courtesy Rasmus Hjortshoj Henning Larsen are set to open a 22,000 m 2 (242,187 sf) unique experience center, for Volvo Cars and Volvo Group in Gothenburg, with a timber canopy as the focal feature. This center is designed around Scandinavian values of freedom of movement, access to nature, openness, and inclusion.
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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
APRIL 17, 2024
A space-based solar power (SBSP) system will be designed by UK company Space Solar Engineering as part of the Cassiopeia project, thanks to £1.2M funding from the UK government’s space-based solar power innovation competition. The post Space based solar power project awarded £1.2M by UK government appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
APRIL 17, 2024
The Chesapeake 1000, the largest floating crane on the Eastern Seaboard, removes wreckage of the collapsed I-695/Francis Scott Key Bridge.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 17, 2024
Currently, for many developers, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is probably considered as another problem to overcome; an additional expense that will reduce their profit margins. Understandably, price becomes a major factor in trying to secure a BNG solution. However, there are compelling reasons why price… The post Biodiversity Net Gain: Why quality matters and why developers should care appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Civil Engineer Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
Does a home truly reflect the owners’ personality? If that’s true, then it could be argued that many of us have a messy personality. But once the clutter has been cleared away, is what is left an accurate representation of ourselves? Perhaps generic furniture and white walls does accurately depict some peoples personalities, but the […] The post Unique on a Budget: Tips for Home Decoration first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
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In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 17, 2024
Development of the Fehmarnbelt tunnel between Germany and Denmark has celebrated two milestones with the completion of dredging for the route and the submersion of the Danish portal. The post Fehmarnbelt Tunnel | 18km trench dredging complete and Danish portal submerged appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
APRIL 17, 2024
The Reveal platform in action, clearly showing subsurface utilities. Images: Reveal. Reveal’s research and development of reality capture technology looks set to change the world of utility visualisation and management for the better, and forever. Roads & Infrastructure speaks with Reveal CTO Tim Rastall to learn more. T im Rastall, Chief Technical Officer of Reveal, is passionate when it comes to the development of new technology.
The Constructor
APRIL 17, 2024
Structures are commonly subjected to both static and dynamic loads, with the former being constant over time and the latter varying with time. While the majority of civil engineering structures are designed assuming static loads, neglecting the effects of dynamic loads can be problematic, particularly in the case of seismic events such as earthquakes.
Roads Online
APRIL 17, 2024
Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. Track improvements in Nagambie and Wahring have been delivered as part of the $400 million Stage Three Shepparton Line Upgrade project, in Northern Victoria. Crews have replaced more than 13 kilometres of ageing wooden track with 15,000 new concrete sleepers, while adding more than 35,000 tonnes of new ballast along the line.
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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
For Construction Pros
APRIL 17, 2024
The e-shuttle service is designed to reduce emissions during the first transport leg of construction machines from the Volvo CE factory in France.
The Construction Index
APRIL 17, 2024
Two of JCB’s oldest dealers are joining forces.
For Construction Pros
APRIL 17, 2024
Rental editor Jonathan Kozlowski asks industry leaders about the status of the market and what heights the year may take us.
The Construction Index
APRIL 17, 2024
The peripatetic trade show for construction machinery, Plantworx, is on the move again.
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In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.
Roads Online
APRIL 17, 2024
Image courtesy of Oliver Kinross Events. Material supplied by Oliver Kincross Events Sydney Build, Australia’s leading and largest construction show, is set to return on 1st – 2nd May at ICC Sydney, with the official support of NSW Premier Chris Minns and Lord Mayor Clover Moore. Join us for an unmissable two days of incredible content, entertainment and networking opportunities, including the largest networking party for Women in Construction.
The Construction Index
APRIL 17, 2024
Building contractor McConnell has broken through the £50m turnover mark.
The Contractor Magazine
APRIL 17, 2024
The quest for efficiency, redundancy and cost savings in the 18,000-student Lakota School District is a saga stretching back to 1996.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
The post The Professional’s Guide to Tool Organisation Using Shadow Boards appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In any professional setting where precision and efficiency are paramount, the organisation of tools plays a critical role in maintaining a smooth operational flow. Fully stocked shadow boards offer an optimal solution for managing these essential resources, ensuring that every tool has a designated place and is easily accessible.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
CCR Magazine
APRIL 17, 2024
Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies pegged to stable assets like fiat currencies or commodities, ensuring their value remains stable. You’ll find three primary types: fiat-collateralized , crypto-collateralized , and algorithmic stablecoins. Operations like Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) tie their value to the US dollar, while others may use a mix of different cryptocurrencies or even algorithmic methods to stabilize their prices.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 17, 2024
Transport Scotland has started market engagement for the £155M design and build contract for the Tay Crossing to Ballinluig section of its £3.7bn A9 dualling upgrade. The post Transport Scotland engages market on £155M contract for next A9 dualling segment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
APRIL 17, 2024
Keltbray has landed the piling work package for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club’s new 29-storey hotel. The engineering specialist confirmed that it had started on site, making preparations for the foundations. The facility was initially approved as part of the permission granted for the £1bn Tottenham… The post Keltbray lands Spurs hotel piling job appeared first on Construction News.
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