Construction Dive

JANUARY 23, 2024

The civil sector will confront a shifting regulatory landscape, burgeoning digitalization and evolving procurement norms this year.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

Danvers, MA — Hancock Associates, a leading provider of land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services, has announced the semi-retirement of Don Frydryk PE, PLS. Don joined Hancock Associates as a Regional Office Manager when the firm acquired Sherman & Frydryk, LLC, a land surveying and civil engineering firm located in Palmer, Massachusetts.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 23, 2024

The aging William H. Gray III 30th Street Station is one of the busiest intercity passenger railroad facilities in the U.S.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

As Hill International’s CEO, Raouf Ghali is responsible for overseeing the company’s operations, implementing strategic plans–both short- and long-term–and growing their business in current markets while expanding into new markets. Ghali has had a long career in the AEC industry, spending the last thirty years at Hill in various leadership roles before becoming CEO in 2018.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 23, 2024

The state agency that oversees highway construction will give the worker $40,000 and a raise to bring his salary in line with his women counterparts.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 23, 2024

From luxury beachside resorts to sustainable buildings, here are the projects that will drive the hospitality industry this year.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

Panel Built’s modular products became more durable and more efficient to manufacture, thanks to a switch to smooth steel. Blairsville, Georgia : Panel Built Inc. has announced today that it has upgraded its modular panel steel skins from the previous stucco-embossed standard to a new, 26-gauge smooth-steel standard. The smooth steel skins are a convenient, durable alternative to the previous stucco standard for Panel Built’s products. “Upgrading our steel skins to smooth 24-gau

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Wall Systems Structural Systems Controls Manufacturing Quality Control 130

Construction Dive

JANUARY 23, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Prodyogi

JANUARY 23, 2024

Building with concrete is more than just pouring a mixture and waiting to set. From humble mixtures of crushed stone and water to today's sophisticated industry, concrete has stood the test of time for its safety and durability.Concrete has evolved since the 19th century, blending modern tech with classic methods for strong structures globally.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 23, 2024

Former Herman Miller executive Elizabeth Zucker sees overlap in the two sectors, including staff talent and modular solutions.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

CHICAGO – The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 PCI Design Awards. Projects as diverse as a groundbreaking office building in South Dakota, a temple in Utah, and an innovative replacement bridge in Maryland were among 19 winners in the specials, buildings, and transportation categories; there were also 15 honorable mentions.

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Equipment World

JANUARY 23, 2024

The latest articulated haulers from Bell, Cat, Develon, Hyundai, John Deere, Volvo – and some answers on when autonomous trucks are coming.

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Construction Equipment 124

Construction Placements

JANUARY 23, 2024

A Comprehensive Guide to Entry Level Construction Management Jobs in 2024 Looking to kickstart your career in construction management? Our comprehensive guide to the top entry-level construction management jobs will provide you with valuable insights, tips, and opportunities to help you land your dream role in the industry. The post A Comprehensive Guide to Entry Level Construction Management Jobs in 2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 23, 2024

At Autodesk, our goal is to help your teams work faster and smarter all year long. This month, we have 40+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud , including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. And because your time is valuable, we don't need you to sweat the details. Click below to get the key info you need to know: Autodesk Construction Cloud Platform Autodesk Build Autodesk BIM Collaborate Autodesk Takeoff BuildingConnected

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Strong Tie

JANUARY 23, 2024

For heavy-duty mechanical anchoring into concrete, CMU or masonry, builders generally choose between screw anchors or wedge anchors. Both can handle high loads, require predrilling, and are available in corrosion-resistant finishes for either interior or exterior use. However, there are some key differences to compare and consider. Advantages of screw anchors versus wedge anchors Wedge anchors, including expansion anchors, can be a good, low-cost option for many interior and exterior application

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Construction News

JANUARY 23, 2024

Build-to-rent developer Watkin Jones has reported a £42.5m pre-tax loss following a surge in operational and exceptional costs. The firm, which placed in the top half of the latest CN100, plunged into the red during the 12 months to 30 September last year. Revenue rose… The post Watkin Jones plunges to £43m loss appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

Electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) has been successfully trialled by the British Geological Survey (BGS) for discovering burrowing animals at an embankment on the River Ouse in North Yorkshire. The post New tech helps find badgers in flood embankments appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Surveying Engineering 101

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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

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For Construction Pros

JANUARY 23, 2024

Ranging in operating weight from 58,433 to 192,938 lbs. (26,500 kg to 87,500 kg), the new excavator models include the ZX250LC-7, ZX300LC-7, ZX350LC-7, ZX490LC-7, ZX690LC-7 and ZX890LC-7.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

The government has pledged a further £1.3bn of funding to Sizewell C to support improvements to roads and rail lines in preparation for full construction. The post Government announces further £1.3bn investment in Sizewell C appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil Engineer Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

I’m in the process of redecorating my den and I want to get a nice sized book case for a long wall. I love to read, in fact, I love books and every thing that goes with them. I’ve always dreamed of having a large room in my house with floor to ceiling book cases, […] The post Decorating With Book Shelves first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

Procurement could be instrumental in decarbonising the highways and transport sector but there are factors that limit the extent to which it can drive change. The post Is procurement used effectively for carbon reduction on highway and transport projects? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

JANUARY 23, 2024

Material provided by Motion Australia In an era where efficiency, quality, and dependability are indispensable in the civil construction and earthworks industries, it is crucial to have equipment that stands up to the task. Alemlube, with their new offering, has set the bar higher. Introducing their new range of large Lockable Diesel Refuelling, Storage & Dispensing Kits, this equipment is an innovation powerhouse, tailor-made for the industry’s demands.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

The coroner’s report into the fatality on an HS2 site last year has been sent to the Pipeline Industries Guild and British Drilling Association warning of the potential for further deaths if action is not taken to ensure safety procedures are followed. The post Coroner’s report into HS2 fatality sends warning to drilling and pipeline workers appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 95

For Construction Pros

JANUARY 23, 2024

The CD2 combines Cemen Tech’s volumetric mixing technology with a new SCM dual bin, enabling real-time mixing of individual ingredients at various proportions.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

Barhale has been contracted by Thames Water to remediate the mains on a critical section of the East London sewer network and replace a discharge chamber with a prefabricated alternative. The post Barhale to use offsite methods on £7.8M East London sewer upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 23, 2024

Curbing CO2 at the Source: CHRYSO & GCP Demo Live at World of Concrete 2024 Phillip.fry@gc… Tue, 01/23/2024 - 12:40 Connect with Experts at Interactive Booth to Address Your Concrete Production, Soil, Waterproofing & Flooring Challenges GCP Applied Technologies January 23, 2024 CHRYSO & GCP will showcase its portfolio of solutions for the entire concrete construction journey at World of Concrete 2024.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 23, 2024

The UK’s coastlines are facing increasing pressure due to extreme weather and the long-term impacts of climate change. Homes and industries are in danger of being lost. The post The strategic importance of innovation to prevent coastal erosion appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 89

For Construction Pros

JANUARY 23, 2024

While elimination of hazards and substitution rank at the top of the NIOSH hierarchy in dealing with jobsite risks, new solutions focused on safety technology are often some of the most impactful.

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