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2M households still without power after Helene; some local grids must ‘be completely rebuilt’

Construction Dive

Multiple utilities say they will need to completely reconstruct, rather than repair, electric systems in the hardest-hit areas.

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American Concrete Institute’s New Certificate Program – Designing Concrete Structures Reinforced with GFRP Bars Using the ACI CODE-440.11-22

Civil + Structural Engineer

ACI Certificate Programs, delivered through ACI University, encourage concrete professionals to gain in-depth knowledge about particular topics in concrete materials, design, repair, or construction by following a defined online course of study. Co-sponsored by NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials, the primary purpose of this program is to educate on ACI CODE-440.11-22 and the application of Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) reinforced concrete in the construct

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Dockworkers’ strike could lead to material delays

Construction Dive

Work stoppages across East and Gulf Coast ports may cause product shortages, price hikes and delivery issues, construction experts say.

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UK heading towards £700bn infrastructure spending shortfall by 2040

New Civil Engineer

The UK is heading towards an infrastructure spending shortfall of £700bn by 2040, with £1.6 trillion of projects currently unfunded, according to analysis published by consultants EY (Ernst and Young). The post UK heading towards £700bn infrastructure spending shortfall by 2040 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Your Blueprint for Efficient Construction Project Management

Take control of your construction projects with this comprehensive guide to modern project controls. Learn how to integrate advanced tools that centralize budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Discover strategies to prevent overruns, predict risks, and optimize workflows using real-time data and predictive insights. This guide is designed for construction leaders aiming for excellence in a competitive landscape.

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2025’s top construction conferences

Construction Dive

It’s time to plan for the year to come. Construction Dive has you covered with a full list of the industry conferences, expos and meetings on tap for 2025.

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Understanding the Possibility of a Sustainable City; An Interview with A-P Hurd, Part 1

Build LLC Blog

BUILD talks with A-P Hurd about making the world a better place through sustainable lifestyle patterns. The post Understanding the Possibility of a Sustainable City; An Interview with A-P Hurd, Part 1 appeared first on BUILD Blog.

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Could These Florida Homes Be a Blueprint for Hurricane-Resistant Housing?

The Pro Builder

Hurricanes have only become more frequent over the last several years, leaving homes in coastal markets increasingly at risk of damage. However, a community in Florida could provide a blueprint for hurricane-resistant housing, according to Fast Company. Located in Cortez, Fla., the community is called Hunters Point. While only 31 of the 86 planned homes have been completed, these homes have already withstood three major hurricanes since residents moved in 2022.

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Consigli breaks ground on $500M Maine higher-ed campus

Construction Dive

The Roux Institute, an offshoot of Boston-based Northeastern University, will sit on the old industrial site of B&M Baked Beans.

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With Turnover Rate at a Record Low, US Housing Market Remains Stuck

The Pro Builder

The U.S. housing market seems to be at a standstill, with less homes selling than ever before. Despite improvements in affordability, only 2.5% of U.S. homes traded hands during the first eight months of 2024, according to National Mortgage Professional. This is the lowest turnover rate in decades. Overall, home sales have dropped 37.5% when compared with the 2021 pandemic buying surge and 31% compared with 2019.

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Hensel Phelps secures more border station work

Construction Dive

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

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Unlock The Blueprint: How To Construct A Better Payment Workflow

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.

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Home Prices Continue to Grow But at a Much Slower Pace

The Pro Builder

Home prices are rising but at a much slower rate than in previous years, according to recent data from Corelogic, a provider of property information. In August 2024, U.S. home prices rose by 3.9% year-over-year, although month-over-month prices fell by 1%. by next spring and 2.3% by August 2025. This low rate of growth could be caused by many factors, including concerns over the job market and the upcoming election.

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NJ contractor to pay $950K for allegedly false DBE claims

Construction Dive

The DOJ said Rahway-based MV Contracting sought and won jobs under DOT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, even though it knew it didn’t qualify.

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These 10 Counties Have Seen the Biggest Improvement in Housing Affordability

The Pro Builder

With affordability remaining a concern for many Americans, homeownership is no easy task. However, in some counties, affordability seems to be making strides. According to a Q3 home affordability analysis by nationwide property data provider ATTOM, a 3% decline in homeownership expenses and an increase in average wages have slightly improved affordability across the U.S. housing market.

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Balfour Beatty cements 3D printing relationship

The Construction Index

Balfour Beatty is working on the development of a range of low carbon, graphene-infused, 3D-printable mortars suitable for civil construction.

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Guide to SaaS, PaaS, and Hybrid ERP: Make the Right Deployment Choice

ERP deployment options such as SaaS, PaaS, on-premises, and hybrid models directly impact your firm's scalability, security, and integration capabilities. This guide reviews how each approach supports key priorities such as managing complex projects, maintaining data sovereignty, and achieving seamless collaboration. By understanding the nuances of these options, you can make decisions that enhance your ERP's performance while aligning with budget and long-term goals.

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Modern Design Meets Smart, Net Zero Performance

The Pro Builder

As builders with over 30 years of combined experience, Russell Crosby and Dev Patel, founders of Red Acorn Builders in Paramus, N.J., are always looking toward the future. “We are constantly studying, studying, studying…always seeking out new products and innovations. Anyone who is not doing that is a dinosaur,” said Crosby.

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CITB announces Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2024 winners

New Civil Engineer

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced the recipients of the prestigious Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2024. The post CITB announces Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2024 winners appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction of Salford Rise begins

The Construction Index

Eric Wright Civil Engineering has been appointed main contractor for a £15m urban landscaping scheme in Salford.

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Temporary concrete barrier installed on M6 following lorry crash

New Civil Engineer

National Highways teams have installed a temporary barrier on a motorway bridge in Cheshire after a lorry crashed through the existing infrastructure last night. The post Temporary concrete barrier installed on M6 following lorry crash appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Green light for Liverpool’s Littlewoods project

The Construction Index

Liverpool City Council’s planning committee has approved plans to transform the former Littlewoods building in the city into a film and TV campus.

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How To Finance a Business: Short-Term vs. Long-Term

Construction Marketing

Securing funding is one of the most crucial steps when starting or expanding a business. However, deciding on the right financing type can significantly impact immediate operations and future growth. As such, business owners must weigh various factors to determine the best fit between short-term and long-term funding. Read on to learn how to finance a business with either short-term or long-term financing.

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Record Rebound in Construction Job Openings in August

The Contractor Magazine

Industry job openings increased by 138,000 last month but are down by 16,000 from the same time last year.

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Speed Up Home Improvement with Project Pro™ by Simpson Strong-Tie

Strong Tie

Building or repairing a deck, fence or subfloor can be a great way to enhance and maintain your living space for safety and enjoyment while potentially adding value to the property. And if you’re like a lot of us, you’d prefer to tackle some of the more straightforward jobs yourself. For advanced DIYers and other busy people, though, free time can be hard to come by.

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Optimize Construction Projects with CMiC’s Industry-Leading ERP

Construction project managers face constant challenges, from delayed schedules to fragmented workflows. CMiC’s ERP transforms how projects are managed, providing a unified system for financials, scheduling, and collaboration. With tools for real-time insights, cost control, and document management, CMiC empowers managers to make confident decisions.

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Civils tender prices set to soar in next five years

New Civil Engineer

The price of infrastructure projects could soar by almost a quarter over the rest of this decade, the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) has reported. The post Civils tender prices set to soar in next five years appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success

Construction Specifier

By John A. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc. Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall desi

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10 Years on from CIRIA736 – Why are we still getting water pollution wrong?

New Civil Engineer

August’s sodium cyanide spillage from metal finishing company Anochrome into a local canal system thrust the issue of industrial water pollution back into the headlines. The post 10 Years on from CIRIA736 – Why are we still getting water pollution wrong? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Laborers' Add Paid Maternity Benefit for Women Union Members

ENR Construction

Members will receive $800 a week in maternity benefits for a minimum of 12 weeks, union General President Brent Booker told the Tradeswomen Build Nations conference in New Orleans.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Coffee-infused concrete utilised on Melbourne road project

New Civil Engineer

A new form of concrete incorporating used coffee grounds has been integrated into a footpath along McGregor Road in Pakenham, a suburb of Melbourne, Australia. The post Coffee-infused concrete utilised on Melbourne road project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Effective Communication Strategies in Multicultural Construction Teams

PN - Project Management

"Construction projects are built by a team. Often members of the team come from multicultural backgrounds." The construction industry often involves teams of individuals from different cultural backgrounds. These diverse teams bring unique perspectives and skills, helping construction projects benefit from various problem-solving approaches and ideas.

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Wimbledon tennis complex £200M expansion green lit despite local concerns

New Civil Engineer

The All England Lawn Tennis Club’s (AELTC’s) long-debated £200M plans to develop an 8,000-seater stadium and 38 grass courts in Wimbledon have received the green light from London’s deputy mayor, marking the end of a contentious three-year planning saga. The post Wimbledon tennis complex £200M expansion green lit despite local concerns appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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How Will the Dockworkers Strike Impact Construction Supply Chains?

ENR Construction

The International Longshoremen’s Association halts work at East and Gulf coast ports, potentially impacting construction materials and equipment.

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Seamless Finance Solutions for Construction Leaders

Designed specifically for construction finance professionals, CMiC’s ERP delivers the tools needed to manage projects with precision. Integrated job costing ensures real-time visibility into expenses, while automated progress billing accelerates cash flow. Revenue recognition compliance tools automate revenue recognition, and powerful analytics provide actionable insights.