Construction Dive
JANUARY 26, 2024
On the heels of “surprisingly strong” performance in 2023, a new report predicts that declining property values, tighter credit and higher input costs will hamstring growth this year and next.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
Columbus, Ohio – Greg Murphy has been named Executive Vice President of Strategy of TranSystems Corp., a consulting firm that provides engineering and architecture solutions to the transportation marketplace. Murphy most recently served as the government market sector leader, the largest sector in the company that supports Departments of Transportation, tollways, and municipalities.
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Construction Dive
JANUARY 26, 2024
Turner Construction will start work on the 700,000-square-foot facility this month, with completion slated for 2026.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Earlier today at the World of Concrete, the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) outlined its expanding role in helping DOTs, owners and other decision makers meet challenges such as rising inflation and new Federal funding structures. In 2024, the association will build on its 2023 white paper, “Concrete Pavement’s Role in a Sustainable, Resilient Future,” with the addition of tools and resources that help decision-makers meet global challenges while making d
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Construction Dive
JANUARY 26, 2024
Avoiding court can save time and money while leading to better project outcomes, says attorney Jacqueline Greenberg Vogt.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
New York, NY – Decades before OSHA or the implementation of stringent safety regulations, a daring group of workers perched over the bustling streets of Manhattan on a steel beam during the construction of the 66-story, 850-foot-tall Rockefeller Center. These fearless individuals wore cloth caps, smoked cigarettes, and enjoyed their lunch with no harnesses or fall protection.
The Pro Builder
JANUARY 26, 2024
Annual Chico Trades Day Provides Students With Hands-on Experience ibush Fri, 01/26/2024 - 07:08 In Chico, Calif., trades take center stage at annual trades day event that introduces students to skilled trades career options Students from six counties met in Chico, Calif., on Jan. 25 to explore the possibilities of a career in construction at the annual Chico Trades Day Event, KRCRTV reports.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
PISA, Italy – IDS GeoRadar, part of Hexagon, today announced its latest concrete scanning solutions at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. IDS GeoRadar, a leading provider of Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Interferometric Radar solutions, launched the C-thrue XS , a handheld, dual polarisation GPR scanner for hassle-free concrete inspection, and NDT Reveal , an integrated software solution for analysing and managing subsurface data.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
A bridge over the M42 near Birmingham that was hit twice by HGVs in the space of a week is to be demolished. National Highways made the determination following investigations last week, after the bridge was struck by two lorries using the motorway underneath it… The post ‘At risk’ M42 overbridge servicing HS2 construction to be demolished following spate of collisions appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2024
Photos courtesy Deceuninck North America. By Greg Koch As energy codes and sustainability standards continue to drive industry innovation, specifiers can now choose curtain wall systems that waste significantly less energy than their predecessors. Some manufacturers are using fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) technology to create curtain wall components, reinforcements, and pressure plates that can be incorporated into the hollow chambers of aluminum frames to significantly bolster the system’s ove
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
Network Rail is preparing to install a new bridge over a London Overground line in Dalston. The post Network Rail to replace bridge ‘in very poor condition’ over East London rail line appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2024
A rendering of The Boardwalk at Bricktown. Images courtesy AO. Real estate developer, Matteson Capital, and architecture firm, Architects Orange (AO), are pursuing a height variance in Oklahoma City for The Boardwalk at Bricktown. If approved, the development’s Legends Tower will stand as the tallest in the U.S. and fifth tallest globally, reaching 581 m (1,907 ft) to symbolize the year of Oklahoma’s admission as the 46 th state.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
Sea defences in Selsey, West Sussex, could undergo a significant upgrade if a bid from Chichester District Council to the Environment Agency is successful. The post Chichester District Council in multi-million-pound bid to upgrade sea defences appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction Placements
JANUARY 26, 2024
RFCL Recruitment 2024 for Attendant Gr.I | 39 Posts | 22-02-2024 RFCL Recruitment 2024 for Attendant Gr.I with 39 Post vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 22-02-2024 The post RFCL Recruitment 2024 for Attendant Gr.I | 39 Posts | 22-02-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Construction News
JANUARY 26, 2024
Tolent has lost a tribunal case after it failed to consult Unite before making hundreds of redundancies when it entered administration last year. Unite was a recognised trade union for skilled, unskilled and craft employees of Tolent, the £200m-turnover contractor based in Gateshead that collapsed… The post Unite wins tribunal ruling over Tolent appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Placements
JANUARY 26, 2024
Effective Strategies for Optimal Construction Site Management This blog post delves into the crucial aspects of construction site management, offering insights into planning strategies, technological advancements, safety protocols, and the role of civil engineering. It's a comprehensive guide for professionals at all levels in the construction industry.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
Over the past two decades or so, we have witnessed more extreme storm events due to climate change, leading to increased rainfall intensity and more frequent consecutive storms. In New Civil Engineer on 9 January 2024 there was an article under the heading ‘we can’t… The post How we can engineer our way out of flooding appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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
Construction News
JANUARY 26, 2024
Laing O’Rourke is looking to cut 60 jobs at its offsite factory in a bid to reduce operating costs. The contractor, whose latest financial results saw it plunge to a £288.1m loss on £3.3bn of turnover, blamed delays to projects for the latest round of… The post Laing O’Rourke to axe 60 jobs at offsite factory appeared first on Construction News.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 26, 2024
When you're ready to take your construction business to the next level, you might start thinking about "scaling." No, it's not just a fancy term for growth; it's about doing more with less. Scaling is about increasing your revenue without proportionately increasing your resources—fancy yet practical, right? It's like sending an email: your effort is the same whether you send it to 100 people or 100,000.
Civil Engineer Blog
JANUARY 26, 2024
Clutter can become a serious problem in the bathroom, even more so than in other rooms around the home. This clutter can all start to get in the way and can make the room less pleasant to use, which is a shame because the bathroom should be a place where you can go to relax […] The post Bathroom Storage Solutions to Keep Your Clutter Under Control first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
Engineering consultancy Jacobs has won a £65M highways professional services contract to support the delivery of highways and transport services for Worcestershire County Council. The post Jacobs wins £65M highways professional services contract for Worcestershire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Alberta Construction
JANUARY 26, 2024
At our Annual General Meeting yesterday we elected our new executive headed by our new Chair Jason Portas. Trevor Doucette moved to Past Chair, Jen Hancock became Senior Vice Chair, Lois Innes was elected Vice Chair. Thank you to John Winter our outgoing past chair who represented ACA on the board for many difficult years during the pandemic and the aftermath.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
33 projects across the UK have been awarded £33M by the UK Government’s fourth clean maritime demonstration competition (CMDC4) to accelerate the decarbonisation of the country’s ports and shipping industry. The post UK Government awards £33M to green ports and shipping projects appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Today
JANUARY 26, 2024
As we delve into the nuances of the construction equipment industry in 2024, it’s imperative to recognize the dynamic trends and advancements shaping this vital sector. With technological innovation at its core, the industry is not just growing but evolving, adapting to meet the ever-changing demands of construction projects worldwide. Revolutionizing construction operations… Source The post 9 Emerging Trends in Construction Equipment: 2024 Outlook appeared first on Constructio
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR), the Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales have started a two-step generic design assessment (GDA) of GE Hitachi’s BWRX-300 small modular reactor (SMR) design. The post Office for Nuclear Regulation starts assessment of GE Hitachi small modular reactor design appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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
Equipment World
JANUARY 26, 2024
Next-generation AI, electric and autonomous construction and ag machines, imaging radar - what's next? We sit down with VP of Global Innovation Joey Honeyman to find out.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 26, 2024
Autodesk, Kreysler & Associates, Factory_OS, MBH Architects and Ecovative have developed an industrialized construction workflow using Forma, Revit and construction cloud to deliver factory-produced apartment modules for a West Oakland affordable housing project.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JANUARY 26, 2024
When you're ready to take your construction business to the next level, you might start thinking about "scaling." No, it's not just a fancy term for growth; it's about doing more with less. Scaling is about increasing your revenue without proportionately increasing your resources—fancy yet practical, right? It's like sending an email: your effort is the same whether you send it to 100 people or 100,000.
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