Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

There’s so much work and so few workers that the Los Angeles-based contractor is taking a hiatus from projects of $500 million or more.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Project will boost green energy capabilities, save customers money, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions The design-build team of PC Construction, Stantec, and Hazen and Sawyer are excited to announce the completion of construction for WSSC Water’s $271 million Piscataway Bioenergy Facility in Prince George’s County, Maryland, where biosolids will be turned into green energy.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The Canadian mega contractor reported higher revenue, profits and backlog in its third quarter, with plans for more acquisitions on the horizon.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The annual electricity bill for Network Rail’s operations, including to power trains, has more than doubled in the last two years from £379M in 2021/2022 to £885M in 2023/2024. The post Network Rail electricity bill more than doubled in two years appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 133

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.

Risk Management

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Builders feel upbeat about a pickup in activity over the next two quarters, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

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Wolgast Corporation

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Building Owners have been using a form of wainscoting in their buildings since the 14 th century according to howstuffworks.com. This enhancing wall covering is typically added to the lower third of a wall, but can also be used to cover the entire wall if so desired. Wainscoting comes in many materials for different uses including laminate, metallic, tile, vinyl (VCW) , fiber reinforced, or polymer (FRP) material to name most options.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Miami, FL – O’Donnell & Naccarato , a leading and employee-owned structural engineering firm headquartered in Philadelphia,announced the retirement of Douglas Wood, the leader of the its Miami office, after nearly five decades of dedication to the structural engineering profession. Throughout his remarkable career, Doug has exemplified excellence through thoughtful insight, innovative solutions, precise analysis, and a deep commitment to client-focused service.

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Building Standards Building Design Public Works Engineering 100

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The London-based contractor will reconstruct 2.5 miles of the highway through downtown Austin and build a link to the future light rail line.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

TAMPA, Fla. — The national Engineering & Public Works Roadshow celebrated Tampa, Florida’s MacDill 48 Park for its nature-based solution to frequent flooding events in the surrounding communities. The press conference and walking tour of the soon-to-be-opened 48-acre park featured City officials, the Stormwater Engineering Division of Tampa’s Mobility Department, Tampa Parks and Recreation, Atkins – the project designer, and Kimmins Contracting Corp. – the project contractor.

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Public Works Building Resilience Green Building Government Works 100

New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Ofgem has approved three electricity interconnectors, and two offshore hybrid asset (OHA) interconnectors – a first for Great Britain (GB) – after having found they will deliver “value, viability and energy security” to consumers. The post 5 offshore electricity interconnectors approved by Ofgem to be operational by 2032 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Approvals Engineering 116

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The Construction Index

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Muse’s joint venture with Homes England and Legal & General has been officially signed to lead the redevelopment of two Bradford shopping malls into housing.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Great British Nuclear (GBN) has started “detailed negotiations” with the four small modular reactor (SMR) developers remaining in its competition for deployment in the UK. The post Great British Nuclear starts negotiations with SMR companies for UK deployment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 119

For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Governments, trade organizations, construction companies, and industry groups have to work together to ensure we successfully attract groups who have historically been more hesitant to consider a career in construction into the industry.

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Government Works 111

New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Greenpeace has begun its demonstrations at the judicial review of consent for new oil and gas fields in the North Sea as developers Shell and Equinor are set to concede permission for the projects is “unlawful”. The post Shell and Equinor to concede Scottish oil and gas consents are ‘unlawful’ in judicial review appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 111

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Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Discovering Your True Calling in an AI-Driven Construction Career Explore how to find your true calling in the evolving, AI-driven construction industry. Learn about emerging roles, essential skills, and resources to thrive in a tech-enhanced career. The post Discovering Your True Calling in an AI-Driven Construction Career appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Chief executives of major companies across Europe countries are reconsidering their timelines and investments regarding net zero objectives, new research has found. The post CEOs of major companies across Europe adjusting timelines for meeting net zero appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 111

Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Adoption of Bio-Based Building Materials: A Step Towards Sustainable Construction Bio-based building materials, including hempcrete and bamboo, are revolutionizing sustainable construction. Discover their environmental benefits, performance, and future potential as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials. The post Adoption of Bio-Based Building Materials: A Step Towards Sustainable Construction appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Building Materials Sustainability Building Resilience Green Building 104

The Construction Index

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

McLaren Construction has appointed Paul Woodhams as managing director for building safety & refurbishment Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Construction Management 101

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Construction News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Contractors have been alerted to the launch of a £450m new build framework in the North West. Social housing consortium JV North is looking for firms to join a major multi-lot framework due to launch next August. The procurement will see work split into three… The post Firms readied for launch of £450m new-build framework appeared first on Construction News.

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PC Construction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

default Project will boost green energy capabilities, save customers money, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions Accokeek, MD – The design-build team of PC Construction, Stantec, and Hazen and Sawyer are excited to announce the completion of construction for WSSC Water’s $271 million Piscataway Bioenergy Facility in Prince George’s County, Maryland, where biosolids will be turned into green energy.

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Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Design Budgeting 87

Equipment World

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

See which articulated dump truck models from Caterpillar, Volvo, John Deere, Komatsu and more were best-sellers and fetched top dollar at auction.

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The Construction Index

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Testing house Socotec UK has acquired Aspect Land & Hydrographic Surveys Ltd.

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Surveying 104

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Engineer-contractor giant cited project impacts and less-than-expected energy business earnings, but market watchers see areas of growth next year.

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Engineering 76

The Construction Index

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

University College London has selected Mace to replace ISG as main contractor for the £300m neuroscience facility that it is building at 256 Grays Inn Road, London.

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Contracts 62

ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

David Rosenbaum recalls his visit to the largest privately owned dam project in world, and how his experience traveling may have helped convince him to turn his efforts to teaching.

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The Construction Index

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Contollo Group, a new private equity-backed building consultancy, has taken over mechanical & electrical consultancy MBA Consulting Engineers (MBA).

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Engineering 67

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Urgent changes in the highways sector to address the mounting threat posed by climate change have been called for in the latest report from the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT). The post Highways sector urged to prioritise climate resilience amidst extreme weather threats appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 59

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Be sure you specify the use of New Millennium flush-frame end connections for your upcoming projects. It’s way better as it weighs less. That’s right! Steel joists with flush-frame connections offer significant weight savings compared to wide-flange beams while providing equivalent stiffness and vibration performance. Thanks to innovative engineering at New Millennium, our connections feature a joist reaction point designed to occur at the center line of the wide-flange girder.

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Engineering 59

The Construction Index

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Building contractor Reds10 has started work on a £22m school for children with special educational needs in the London Borough of Brent.

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Contracts 62

Rabbet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Fixed billing or time billing? When determining the pricing for a construction project, project owners need to decide whether they’ll use a time and material pricing model or a fixed one. There are major differences between the two, and the answer depends on several factors, including the contractor-owner relationship and risk mitigation strategies.

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