Clayco breaks ground on $4B North Carolina EV plant
Construction Dive
AUGUST 3, 2023
The Chicago-based construction firm won the award for phase one of the project, which has a total investment of up to $2 billion.
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Jonathan Humble Receives Cool Roof Rating Council Lifetime Award
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 3, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – Jonathan Humble, FAIA, NCARB, LEED BD+C, regional director of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Construction Technical Program, was presented with the Cool Roof Rating Council’s (CRRC) Lifetime Award at its annual meeting held on June 14, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was recognized for his many years of service and contributions to the CRRC.
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Sync Sales and Marketing for a Better Brand Experience
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 3, 2023
Sync Sales and Marketing for a Better Brand Experience ldeakins Thu, 08/03/2023 - 13:47 Get your sales and marketing teams together to create and deliver a consistent brand message from start to finish Ali Quedenfeld Too often, builders expect buyers to flock to their homes and communities without first laying the necessary groundwork for success. The old adage, “If you build it, they will come,” has stipulations, and those include marketing and sales teams working in tandem to ultimately discov
Hinkley Point scaffolders plan industrial action
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 3, 2023
More than 300 scaffolders working at the Hinkley Point site are now planning a day a week on unofficial strike action after downing tools on Wednesday. The scaffolders working for BYLOR are understood to be angry about pay rates and shift patterns on the site. One told the Enquirer : “Things have been bubbling for a while. We have been wanting the mechanical rate, our travel pay is way below what the MEH Alliance get. “This week we just made stand, it’s not a happy camp here.&#
Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm
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$30B Bechtel-built nuclear plant starts operation in Georgia
Construction Dive
AUGUST 3, 2023
The contractor took over work in 2017 to complete the first new nuclear unit built in the U.S. in more than 30 years.
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Enrollment, funding, supply chain issues throw wrench into school construction projects
Construction Dive
AUGUST 3, 2023
Schools are having to delay or alter facility projects as market forces balloon total project costs beyond what was initially budgeted or agreed upon.
Heathrow paves the way with low carbon concrete trial
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 3, 2023
Heathrow has kickstarted a ground-breaking new trial to explore the viability of lower carbon concrete for runways and taxiways. The trial has been designed to test the concrete’s durability and longevity in a true-to-life airport setting and is one of the first of its kind at any airport in the world. It is the first of a number being planned that will test and trial other low carbon concrete materials on the market.
Mortgage Rates Surpass 7% Ahead of Seasonal Soft Window
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 3, 2023
Mortgage Rates Surpass 7% Ahead of Seasonal Soft Window ldeakins Thu, 08/03/2023 - 12:15 Rising mortgage rates could set the stage for significant price declines ahead of a typically slow season for homebuying A mild price correction in the second half of 2022 pushed the housing market back into a state of equilibrium, though experts say that temporary stability could soon be coming to an end.
Fit-out work lifts Morgan Sindall to record first half
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 3, 2023
Morgan Sindall has shrugged off challenging market conditions to deliver a record performance in the first six months of 2023. The fit-out operation which now is the largest on revenue alone drove profit growth at the business. Chief Executive, John Morgan said the firms had now upgraded expected performance for the year based on fit-out work alone.
The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software
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The Share of New-Home Sales Backed by FHA Loans Is on the Rise
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 3, 2023
The Share of New-Home Sales Backed by FHA Loans Is on the Rise ldeakins Thu, 08/03/2023 - 12:21 A rampant housing affordability crisis is leading to an increase in new-home sales financed with government-backed mortgages The share of new-home sales backed by FHA loans, a form of government-backed mortgage insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), rose from 12.1% to 14.0% in the second quarter of 2023, the largest share recorded since Q1 2021, according to NAHB analysis of the most rec
Collett unveils new heavy lift warehouse
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 3, 2023
Transport and logistics specialist Collett & Sons Ltd has opened its new build Heavy Lift Warehouse at the Elland Depot Complex. The new Heavy Lift Storage Facility boasts an impressive array of features, including: Ample Storage Space: The internal storage area spans an additional 750 square metres to the existing 3800 square metres, providing a secure and efficient environment for storing valuable heavy lift cargo.
How to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 1
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 3, 2023
How to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 1 ldeakins Thu, 08/03/2023 - 15:16 Simplifying and standardizing your processes and purchasing creates efficiencies that save money and time and attract the best trade partners Tony Callahan I recently attended a seminar at a building industry convention where the presenters compared the productivity from the agricultural, manufacturing and construction industries from 1947 to 2010 based on data from McKinsey Global Institute.
RED lands £31m historic Pall Mall office deal
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 3, 2023
RED Construction Group has been appointed to deliver the £31m redevelopment of 55 Pall Mall. The firm will oversee construction of a new office development spanning 3,271 sq m. The existing buildings will be demolished down to basement level to make way for the new high-quality building, incorporating retail units and office accommodation. The Pall Mall façade will be retained and renovated, with sections being carefully dismantled from site to be cleaned and stored before reinstallation.
Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste
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SSC Recruitment 2023 for Junior Engineers | 1342 Posts | 16-08-2023
Construction Placements
AUGUST 3, 2023
SSC Recruitment 2023 for Junior Engineers | 1342 Posts | 16-08-2023 SSC Recruitment 2023 for Junior Engineers with 1342 Posts vacancies, the last date to apply for this job is 16-08-2023 The post SSC Recruitment 2023 for Junior Engineers | 1342 Posts | 16-08-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Deanestor lands another deal with Morrison
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 3, 2023
Fitout specialist Deanestor has been awarded its 16th contract for Morrison Construction. The new project involves the provision of around 6,000 items of loose and fitted furniture for a primary school and community hub now under construction in Aberdeen. This contract for Greyhope School and Community Hub follows the successful completion of Countesswells Primary School – Deanestor’s latest school fitout to be delivered for the same project team.
How designers and architects can mitigate flooring’s impact on indoor air quality
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 3, 2023
Photos courtesy Tarkett North America. By Roxane Spears Chronic respiratory illness, including asthma and allergies, have been on the rise in the U.S. over the past few decades. 1 One influence on the increasing rates of asthma and allergies is poor indoor air quality (IAQ) and the presence of indoor pollutants. 2 Many flooring products have historically been manufactured with chemicals such as ortho-phthalates, formaldehyde, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that, when emitted from
ISG cladding pay row takes another twist
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 3, 2023
Cladding contractor FK Construction has been told to hand back £1.69m to ISG it was awarded in a High Court enforcement of an adjudication decision. The move is the latest twist in a long-running payment dispute between the specialist and ISG. Earlier this year FK won a High Court ruling enforcing an adjudication requiring ISG to pay its subcontractor £1.69m.
The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs
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What to Avoid Saying in Your Construction Job Interview
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AUGUST 3, 2023
What to Avoid Saying in Your Construction Job Interview This blog post provides essential guidance on what not to say during a construction job interview. It offers valuable insights for both entry-level students and seasoned professionals in the construction industry. The post What to Avoid Saying in Your Construction Job Interview appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Morgan Sindall posts record revenue and profit
Construction News
AUGUST 3, 2023
Morgan Sindall’s revenue and pre-tax profit grew to record levels in the first half (H1) of the year, with the fit-out market credited for driving its “outstanding performance”. The listed contractor turned over a record £1.94bn in the six months ending 30 June 2023, up… The post Morgan Sindall posts record revenue and profit appeared first on Construction News.
£50M A38 Bromsgrove upgrade to begin ‘within weeks’ despite no contractor appointment
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 3, 2023
The government has promised the £50M A38 Bromsgrove will begin construction “within weeks” despite not having yet appointed a contractor. The post £50M A38 Bromsgrove upgrade to begin ‘within weeks’ despite no contractor appointment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Revealed: the 29 construction firms that went under in July
Construction News
AUGUST 3, 2023
Small businesses accounted for the bulk of July’s administrations, as liquidations loom larger Data from Creditsafe shows that 29 construction firms went into administration in July – just six more than in July 2022. The month’s toll raises the total number of construction business failures… The post Revealed: the 29 construction firms that went under in July appeared first on Construction News.
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Works progress on New Fitzroy River Bridge
Roads Online
AUGUST 3, 2023
Works on the first sections of the deck for the New Fitzroy River Bridge in Western Australia are progressing, with the first segments on track to be installed in September. The Fitzroy River Bridge was hit by Tropical Cyclone Ellie in late December 2022, causing significant damage to the structure which now requires major works. The Fitzroy River Bridge Replacement will include the construction of a two-lane bridge over the Fitzroy River, provision of a pedestrian pathway, bridge approaches to
The merits of ditching plastic
Construction News
AUGUST 3, 2023
With sustainability at the top of many homebuyers’ agenda, it’s time to move over to metal Whether it comes from planners, developers or homebuyers, pressure on the construction industry to be more sustainable is increasing as environmental concerns rise. Guttering and drainpipes have for decades… The post The merits of ditching plastic appeared first on Construction News.
All 116 ‘world first’ T-pylons installed by Balfour Beatty for Hinkley Connection Project
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 3, 2023
Balfour Beatty has completed the installation of all 116 T-pylons for the Hinkley Connection Project to power homes in the south west of England with nuclear energy. The post All 116 ‘world first’ T-pylons installed by Balfour Beatty for Hinkley Connection Project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
A process of evolution over 60 years of tunnel safety solutions
Roads Online
AUGUST 3, 2023
SICK Sensor Intelligence’s range of tunnel monitoring devices play a much more important role than you may think. Lintu Mathai, Senior Market Product Manager – Analyser, Flow and System Solutions, explains how these devices are helping to make a difference. A ir quality can at times be an overlooked, but crucial aspect to tunnel users. Hazardous gases pose a serious potential risk to the health of both contractors and civilians using the road.
From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC
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Government and industry leaders outline £100bn energy investment pipeline for next decade
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 3, 2023
The government and leaders from the energy sector have outlined plans to invest over £100bn in the UK’s energy sector in the next decade across renewables, oil, gas, nuclear and new technologies. The post Government and industry leaders outline £100bn energy investment pipeline for next decade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Road Printer: A Futuristic Approach To Highway Construction
The Constructor
AUGUST 3, 2023
The invention of the road printer has changed the way highway construction is done worldwide. A road printer is a revolutionary technology that has made it possible to build roads quickly, with high precision and cost-effectiveness. This futuristic approach to road construction has revolutionized the industry and is quickly becoming the standard for many countries. […] The post The Road Printer: A Futuristic Approach To Highway Construction appeared first on The Constructor.
Gatwick’s £2.2bn plan to use second runway accepted for examination by Planning Insepctorate
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 3, 2023
London Gatwick Airport’s planning application to bring its existing northern runway into routine use has been accepted for detailed examination by the Planning Inspectorate. The post Gatwick’s £2.2bn plan to use second runway accepted for examination by Planning Insepctorate appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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