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Construction CEO helps other women make connections

Construction Dive

Engineer and business owner Schillivia Baptiste is committed to bringing more workers from underrepresented groups into AEC jobs.

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Why was the UK’s ‘blackout prevention system’ activated on 14 October?

New Civil Engineer

The UK’s ‘blackout prevention system’ was activated around midday on 14 October, but how close was the UK to actually cutting off power to parts of its electricity grid? The post Why was the UK’s ‘blackout prevention system’ activated on 14 October? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Avoid these common mistakes around software implementation

Construction Dive

Software itself is rarely the problem — it’s how you implement it that makes all the difference, according to a construction accounting consultant.

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How the Election Will Influence Your Bedroom

The Pro Builder

Major political events, and their results, not only have an impact on the economy but also affect consumer preferences

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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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McCarthy JV tops out Georgia’s first mass timber municipal building

Construction Dive

The 58,250-square-foot, $78 million Brookhaven City Centre houses the 12-year-old municipality’s inaugural city hall.

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Home Prices Grew by 0.5% in September

The Pro Builder

Housing prices continued their steady growth in September. According to housing market platform Redfin, U.S. home prices increased by 0.5% from August to September—the fastest month-over-month growth recorded since April and the third straight month of increases. However, when looking at a year-over-year basis, growth slowed to 6%, the lowest since December.Thirteen of the 50 most populous U.S. metro areas recorded a seasonally adjusted drop in home prices in September, month over month.

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More Mortgage Loans Enter into Forbearance

The Pro Builder

More homeowners are experiencing financial difficulties, with the number of loans in forbearance increasing in September by 0.34%. According to National Mortgage Professional, Around 170,000 homeowners were in forbearance as of September, marking the fourth straight monthly rise. Despite this increase, foreclosure and delinquency rates were at historic lows through Q2 2024, with foreclosure starts and sales decreasing by about 7% compared with the previous quarter.

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Newly acquired Phoenix contractor picks VP of business development

Construction Dive

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

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5 Strategies Companies Can Use to Solve Quality and Service Challenges

The Pro Builder

Production management holds ultimate responsibility for ensuring high-quality construction and excellent customer service, according to Shinn Builder Partnerships, which provides management and consulting for the home building industry.

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[Podcast] The Power of Construction

Construction Dive

In this series, experts from Procore and Construction Dive’s studioID explore the issues industry pros face as rapidly evolving labor, technology and design challenges rewrite the built environment playbook

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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros

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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Barratt Redrow to shut nine offices

The Construction Index

With Barratt Developments' acquisition of Redrow now complete, the business of integrating the two major house-building businesses has begun.

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How Digital Transformation Drives Success in Construction

BDC Network

How Digital Transformation Drives Success in Construction 1 kcichowicz Wed, 10/23/2024 - 12:59 Learn how digital transformation boosts construction efficiency and profitability. Discover key strategies to stay competitive. The construction industry, traditionally resistant to change, is facing an urgent call to embrace digital transformation. As challenges like inflation, supply chain disruptions, and labor shortages intensify, construction companies are realizing that to stay competitive, they

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Vistry to build 600 homes near Wokingham

The Construction Index

House-builder Vistry has secured five parcels of land at Cala’s Finchwood Park development in Finchampstead, near Wokingham, to build 600 mixed-tenure homes.

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Cladding firm sent under by 11-year-old defects claim

Construction News

A 143-year-old cladding firm was toppled by a multimillion pound bill for allegedly defective work done 11 years previously, its administrator has said. M Price Group, which filed for administration in August, struggled with Covid and inflation before a £7.8m claim from Barratt Homes sent… The post Cladding firm sent under by 11-year-old defects claim appeared first on Construction News.

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Simplify Complex Financial Workflows with CMiC’s Powerful Tools

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.

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Bow Goods Yard plans approved

The Construction Index

A Network Rail outline masterplan to regenerate 30 acres of brownfield land in east London has been approved by the London Legacy Development Corporation.

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TopHat closes down modular housebuilding operations

New Civil Engineer

TopHat is winding down its modular housebuilding operations and laying off staff, it has announced. The post TopHat closes down modular housebuilding operations appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Search brothers sell up to employee trust

The Construction Index

A north of England hire company has been sold to its employees.

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What solutions are airports adopting to enhance climate resilience?

New Civil Engineer

Airports are crucial for connectivity and trade, having an important contribution to national economies. As extreme weather events are becoming more intense, some airports face operational challenges, as they have not been designed to withstand such conditions. The post What solutions are airports adopting to enhance climate resilience? 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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Hitachi's New EH4000AC-5 dump truck can haul 266 tons

Equipment World

Hitachi gave the EH4000AC-5 a 21-ton increase in hauling capacity over its predecessor, a 5 mph speed hike and it can be converted to electric power.

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Rachel Reeves is right, but infrastructure’s value is much more than economic

New Civil Engineer

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has signalled that the government intends to use the Budget on 30 October to focus on the value of public investment and not just the costs, suggesting an overhaul of long-standing Treasury fiscal rules that fail to account for economic benefits stimulated… The post Rachel Reeves is right, but infrastructure’s value is much more than economic appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Why Use Predictive Maintenance of Dewatering and Concrete Pumps

For Construction Pros

Here, the IoT and maintenance technology experts at Predictronics share important pump criticality and predictive considerations for the construction sector.

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Portland university campus pays homage to local architecture

Construction Specifier

The new campus will feature a 22,761 m2 (245,000 sf) Alfond Center dedicated to learning, research, and collaboration. Image courtesy CambridgeSeven Construction on the $500-million Roux Institute at Northeastern University’s new permanent campus in Portland began last month. The materials in this project reflect Portland’s local industrial landscape and include granite, brick, copper, wood, and glass.

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Boost Growth & Efficiency with a Unified Construction Software Platform

Silos of data and outdated systems can hold your business back. It is time to switch to a modern construction software solution designed for specialty contractors. CMiC provides a platform that simplifies operations, improves visibility, and boosts efficiency. It integrates workflows like job costing, resource planning, forecasting, and compliance control into one system.

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Converge to bring together the best of Australian construction

Roads Online

Image courtesy of Prime Creative Media. In September 2025, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre will host Converge, an exciting new event for the municipal works, commercial and civil construction sectors. Converge will bring together top decision-makers from municipal works, civil and commercial construction, creating a vibrant space for sharing cutting-edge tools, ideas and technologies in these sectors.

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Detailed digital twin of M25 delivers improved decision-making and work planning

New Civil Engineer

M25 operator and manager Connect Plus Services is seeing improved decision making and work planning thanks to “the world’s most detailed digital twin of a highway”, provided by Sensat. The post Detailed digital twin of M25 delivers improved decision-making and work planning appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civiltech Solutions: Data done right

Roads Online

A Civiltech Solutions’ sensors can be easily and securely attached to a number of car models. Images: Civiltech Solutions. National civil engineering provider Civiltech Solutions has released its latest road data tracking innovation. Civil engineering firm Civiltech Solutions delivers innovative and high-quality civil engineering and project delivery services across various industries.

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Prep works and subcontractor procurement underway on £210M M3 junction 9 scheme

New Civil Engineer

National Highways and contractor VolkerFitzpatrick have kicked off preparatory activities for the £210M upgrade of junction 9 on the M3, with subcontractors shortlisted for works packages. The post Prep works and subcontractor procurement underway on £210M M3 junction 9 scheme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Preferred bidders announced for upcoming Eastern Freeway upgrades

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. The Victorian Government has unveiled the preferred contractors for future works on the Eastern Freeway Upgrades, with two consortia picked for two different project packages. The Momentum consortium has been selected as the preferred bidder for the upgrades between Hoddle Street and Burke Road. This will include new technology, additional lanes, connections to the Eastern Busway, and new walking and cycling paths including a dedicated bridge over the

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HS2 | Assembly of precast elements into 515m-long Edgcote viaduct begins

New Civil Engineer

Contractor EKFB (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial, Bam) has begun work on the 515m long Edgcote viaduct being built for High Speed 2’s (HS2’s) route through west Northamptonshire. The post HS2 | Assembly of precast elements into 515m-long Edgcote viaduct begins appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Wohlsen Construction Celebrates One Year as a 100% Employee-Owned Company, Strengthening Commitment to Team Members and Client Success

Wholsen Construction

We are proud to celebrate our one-year anniversary as a 100% employee-owned company. Through our ESOP, every Team Member becomes a shareholder and participates in Wohlsen’s future success. Being a. The post Wohlsen Construction Celebrates One Year as a 100% Employee-Owned Company, Strengthening Commitment to Team Members and Client Success appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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Strategic spatial plan for UK’s long-term energy infrastructure commissioned

New Civil Engineer

The UK, Scottish, and Welsh governments have commissioned the National Energy System Operator (NESO) with drawing up a strategic plan to establish new energy infrastructure locations. The post Strategic spatial plan for UK’s long-term energy infrastructure commissioned appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Scalable ERP Tailored for Small to Mid-Sized Construction Firms

Built for the construction industry, CMiC’s ERP delivers unified solutions to empower small to mid-sized firms. Consolidate project management, cost tracking, and team collaboration into one seamless platform. With tools that adapt to your business needs, CMiC simplifies communication between the office and field, ensuring greater efficiency and reduced risk.