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California’s Gold Line rejects Kiewit’s final bid

Construction Dive

The agency overseeing the extension of LA Metro’s A Line into the Inland Empire said it was going back to the drawing board after the firm’s estimate was “hundreds of millions” too high.

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AI Integration Specialist: Enhancing Construction Processes with Artificial Intelligence

Construction Placements

AI Integration Specialist: Enhancing Construction Processes with Artificial Intelligence Explore the transformative role of AI integration specialists in revolutionizing construction processes with enhanced efficiency, safety, and innovation. The post AI Integration Specialist: Enhancing Construction Processes with Artificial Intelligence appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Protecting OSHA protects workers. Slashing its budget is a dangerous mistake.

Construction Dive

Now is the time to invest more — not less — in the agency, writes a safety leader.

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Revenue growth top priority for commercial landscaping contractors in 2025

CCR Magazine

Aspire Software , a ServiceTitan company and leading software provider for field service businesses, released its first annual 2025 Landscape Industry Report highlighting current trends, market sentiment, and strategies to accelerate business growth. The report surveyed over 1,000 commercial landscaping professionals nationwide and found that despite staffing and supply chain challenges, contractors expect stability and are cautiously optimistic through year-end and 2025.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Suffolk taps Tutor Perini vet for new Las Vegas office

Construction Dive

The Boston-based builder hired Chris Anderson, a two-decade veteran of Tutor Perini, to lead its Sin City location.

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How to Minimize Personal Accident Risks at a Construction Site: Look After Your Safety

Construction Placements

How to Minimize Personal Accident Risks at a Construction Site: Look After Your Safety Learn about accident risks at a construction site and how to stay safe with expert tips from a construction accident lawyer. The post How to Minimize Personal Accident Risks at a Construction Site: Look After Your Safety appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Arcadis Launches ‘The Design Perspective’ to Shape Future Design

CCR Magazine

Arcadis, a global leader in intelligence-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions, proudly announces the launch of its first-ever design forecast, The Design Perspective. This pioneering report sets a new benchmark in the industry, offering transformative strategies and solutions to tackle the most pressing questions facing the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector today.

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Pell Frischmann and Egis awarded key rail lots in South Yorkshire framework agreement

New Civil Engineer

Pell Frischmann and Egis have been awarded the light and heavy rail lots of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authoritys (SYMCA) Engineers Consultancy Services Framework Agreement. The post Pell Frischmann and Egis awarded key rail lots in South Yorkshire framework agreement appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Kite Mobility Launches Oakville’s First All-Electric Rideshare Hub

CCR Magazine

Kite Mobility is proud to announce the launch of its first all-electric rideshare hub in Oakville, located at The Saw Whet by Caivan. This marks a major step in expanding sustainable transportation options in the region, offering residents convenient, cost-effective, and eco-friendly alternatives to car ownership. Residents at The Saw Whet can now access a BMW i4 electric vehicle, available exclusively for their use.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Electrification project’s milestone delivered on time and under budget

New Civil Engineer

Electrification of the railway line between Kettering in Northamptonshire and Wigston near Leicester has been officially declared ready and safe for electric trains. The post Electrification projects milestone delivered on time and under budget appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Coverings 2025 Unveils Expanded Programs and Activations

CCR Magazine

Coverings (coverings.com), North Americas leading international tile and stone showcase and educational conference, has announced today an expanded roster of both new and returning programs and activations for Coverings 2025. The highly anticipated event, set for April 29 to May 2, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, will unite a global community of distributors, retailers, architects, designers, builders, remodelers, contractors, installers, stone fabricators and o

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Why fast-tracking energy schemes is not enough to solve our infrastructure challenges

New Civil Engineer

The intricacies of planning major projects were vividly brought to life last month by Hinkley Point C and the fish disco controversy. The post Why fast-tracking energy schemes is not enough to solve our infrastructure challenges appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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March Construction Employment Up Just 1.8% Year Over Year

The Contractor Magazine

On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by a mere 143,000 jobs.

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.

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PMI: construction output still in decline

The Construction Index

UK construction output has now fallen in each of the first three months of 2025, the monthly survey of industry purchasing managers indicates.

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Bobcat debuts four-model large wheel loader line

Equipment World

The L205, L235, L255 and L285 offer high-production lift capabilities and fast travel speeds with a comfortable cab environment.

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Willmott Dixon lands £9.6m Whitby training hub

The Construction Index

North Yorkshire Council has picked Willmott Dixon to build a maritime training centre in Whitby.

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Transformer hall 50% excavated in Australia’s £6bn pumped hydro scheme

New Civil Engineer

The Snowy 2.0 schemes promoter says construction is progressing across multiple work fronts despite work stoppages instigated by the Australian Workers Union over safety issues. The post Transformer hall 50% excavated in Australias 6bn pumped hydro scheme 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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Torsion JV acquires Leeds development site

The Construction Index

A joint venture of Torsion Group and Khalbros has bought the Eastgate Quarter development site in Leeds from Hammerson for £26m.

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DfT says Heathrow responsible for power resilience following 2018 warning

New Civil Engineer

The Department for Transport (DfT) has said that, despite Heathrow saying in 2018 it would shut from the failure of one substation, it is ultimately Heathrows responsibility to have suitable resilience plans in place. The post DfT says Heathrow responsible for power resilience following 2018 warning appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Court Approves $200M Boston Pro Women's Soccer Stadium Renovation

ENR Construction

A judge says the stadium parcel is not dependent on a state law regarding parkland protection.

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Global transport infrastructure investment still facing procurement hurdles

New Civil Engineer

A new report on global transport infrastructure investment has highlighted major challenges to meeting global needs, and those needs are huge. The post Global transport infrastructure investment still facing procurement hurdles appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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How AI is Reshaping Construction: Insights from Industry Experts

Construction firms embracing AI are outperforming the competition. This exclusive guide unpacks the impact of AI-driven analytics, automation, and predictive insights on project management, risk reduction, and workforce transformation. Discover how AI enhances real-time decision-making, optimizes labor and materials, and ensures projects stay on schedule and budget.

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If You Can See It, You Can Fix It: The Promise of Modern Project Controls

In Eight

Join us Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. EDT Without tight project controls, capital construction projects often fall behind expected outcomes especially in complex sectors such as infrastructure, mining, and power. One key problem: Disconnected data gets in the way, making progress tracking and budget management difficult. Modern project controls practices offer an alternative.

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Future-Proof Your Plumbing

Civiconcepts

Plumbing might not be at the top of your home improvement list, but overlooking it can lead to costly headaches down the road.

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Revit 2026 is Released

Revit OpEd

Revit 2026 has been release to the public now! Here's a quick observation today, a department of subtle candidate. The Manage Links button on the Insert ribbon has moved to the front of the line ! It used to be at the end of the Link panel. It makes sense I suppose but now it's farther away from the action.

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Spinneybeck Launches Quartile Collection by Lars Beller Fjetland

CCR Magazine

<p>The post Spinneybeck Launches Quartile Collection by Lars Beller Fjetland first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.

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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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A Beginner’s Guide to PVC Plumbing: What You Need to Know

Learn Civil Engineering

When it comes to plumbing, whether you’re working on a DIY project or simply want to understand the systems in your home, PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) plumbing is a popular and cost-effective choice. PVC pipes are widely used for both residential and commercial applications, offering durability, flexibility, and ease of installation.

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Protected: If You Can See It, You Can Fix It: The Promise of Modern Project Controls

In Eight

Password Protected To view this protected post, enter the password below: Password: Submit The post Protected: If You Can See It, You Can Fix It: The Promise of Modern Project Controls appeared first on InEight.

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Envelope specialist eyes brighter 2025 after ISG dispute and cyber attack

Construction News

Building envelope specialist FK Group plunged to a 5.9m pre-tax loss after a challenging year in which it was impacted by the collapse of ISG. The Cheshire-based firm said a legal dispute with ISG and the tier one contractors demise had led to the loss… The post Envelope specialist eyes brighter 2025 after ISG dispute and cyber attack appeared first on Construction News.

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