Construction Dive
OCTOBER 5, 2023
The support for semiconductor-related construction under $300 million follows the Department of Commerce’s announcement in June to expand funding for larger supply chain projects.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
EXTON, Pa. – Bentley Systems, Incorporated, the infrastructure engineering software company, has announced several projects from the United States as finalists in Bentley’s 2023 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure. The annual awards program honors the extraordinary work of Bentley software users advancing infrastructure design, construction, and operations throughout the world.
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Construction Dive
OCTOBER 5, 2023
A new audit shows severe weather amplified by climate change poses a huge risk to the city’s transit system, which was swamped by a tropical rainstorm last week.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Muskegon, MI – Lorin Industries, Inc., the global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodized aluminum, announces its attendance of Arc US 2023, the nation’s leading architects’ forum, held November 2-5, at the Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida. Arc US consists of a series of meetings, where architects and experts from Lorin will meet and discuss the benefits of Lorin coil anodized aluminum for cutting-edge architectural projects in the United States and beyond.
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Construction Dive
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Companies also plan to promote 8.7% of their employee population next year — spending part of their compensation budgets on related raises.
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Construction Dive
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Experts say new footwear companies have pioneered materials and methods to help workers find the right fit.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 5, 2023
US Treasury Awards $321M to Boost Affordable Housing ldeakins Thu, 10/05/2023 - 09:56 The funding, allocated to more than four dozen organizations, will be used to kickstart new affordable housing projects The U.S. Department of the Treasury has allocated $321 million to more than four dozen organizations to support affordable housing initiatives through the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund's Capital Magnet Fund.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
SANTA ROSA, Calif. – September 27, 2023 – R.D. Olson Construction , an award-winning general contracting firm in California, today announced construction completion on Stony Oaks Apartments, an affordable housing community in Northern California. The 142,890 square-foot building for developer Meta Housing will serve low-income families or individuals earning between 30-60% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Top Markets for Retirees ldeakins Thu, 10/05/2023 - 10:09 Some of the most affordable housing markets for retirees also offer desirable community amenities Despite deteriorating affordability in a growing number of housing markets, a few affordable destinations still offer budget-friendly housing options for retirees. Southern markets such as Bermuda Run, N.C., cater to seniors with in-demand community amenities, access to health-care facilities, and affordable housing.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
VANCOUVER, British Columbia–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Axine Water Technologies, a leading provider of on-site industrial wastewater treatment solutions, announced today key expansions to its executive team. Victor Leung, Ph.D., P.Eng., who formerly served as Axine’s Vice President, Technology, has been promoted to the position of Chief Technology Officer.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Mortgage Demand Falls to Lowest Level Since 1996 ldeakins Thu, 10/05/2023 - 10:34 Soaring mortgage rates are leading to a sharp drop in purchase applications The average interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 7.53% last week, causing a 6% decline in total mortgage demand compared with the previous week, CNBC reports. Applications for refinancing dropped by 7%, marking an 11% decrease from the same period the previous year.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
HDR has selected Buzz Berger, P.E., as its next railway design leader, a role that functions as the senior technical advisor for the company’s freight rail services. In this role, Berger will lead quality assurance, resource availability and development, as well as project delivery for HDR’s freight rail work. He will play a major role in hiring and coordinating with technical leaders to provide exceptional service to HDR freight rail clients.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 5, 2023
UMass Students Create Affordable, Low-Carbon Home ldeakins Thu, 10/05/2023 - 10:38 Students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst's DesignBuild program help address the housing affordability crisis by designing and constructing an energy-efficient modular home UMass DesignBuild, a collaboration between UMass Amherst's Building and Construction Technology Program, Department of Architecture, and the Five College Architectural Studies program, has designed and built "Paper House," a 500-squar
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Prodyogi
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Acrylic glass, colloquially known as plexiglass, is a lightweight and shatter-resistant engineering plastic that serves as an alternative to traditional glass. Its high impact resistance and ease of handling make it a popular choice for construction and architectural applications. It is used for everything from windows, walls, lighting fixtures, and canopies.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Prime minister Rishi Sunak’s “scorched earth” approach to cancelling High Speed 2 (HS2), including slashing Euston’s capacity and removing safeguards on the route, means that the northern legs of the high-speed network will never be built. The post Sunak’s ‘scorched earth’ slashing of HS2 means further legs will never be built appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Contractors involved in Phase one of HS2 have expressed their dissatisfaction at prime minister Rishi Sunak’s decision to cancel Phase two of the project, while emphasising the need for effective delivery of the government's alternative rail investment plans. Mace Group chief executive Mark Reynolds, who… The post HS2 scale-back creates ‘chilling effect’ appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Small modular reactor (SMR) technology has been attractive on paper, but difficult to realize in practice. Despite high investments into SMR development, no SMRs are yet in commercial operation. The post Small modular reactors can be the missing piece in the energy transition puzzle 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
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Former Carillion chief executive Richard Howson has been banned from being a director for eight years. Howson served as chief executive of the contractor - the second-biggest in the UK before it collapsed in 2018 - between December 2011 and July 2017. The Insolvency Service,… The post Former Carillion boss handed director ban appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
The London Millennium Footbridge which crosses the River Thames linking St Paul’s with the Tate Modern is set to close for three weeks of maintenance works starting Saturday 14 October. The post Millennium Bridge to close for three weeks of ‘urgent’ repair works appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Ford will launch the F-150 Lightning Flash for 2024, a new variant of the electric pickup truck with more technology, including extended battery range
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
The industry has backed the launch of the Built Environment Carbon Database (BECD) benchmark tool for infrastructure carbon assessment, with Mott MacDonald the first company to provide detailed data. The post ICE and Motts-backed carbon infrastructure assessment tool launched to become industry benchmarking source appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction Placements
OCTOBER 5, 2023
ISRO-VSSC Walk-In 2023 for Technician Apprentices | 162 Posts | 07-10-2023 ISRO-VSSC Walk-In 2023 for Technician Apprentices with 162 Posts vacancies, walk-in interview date is 07-10-2023 The post ISRO-VSSC Walk-In 2023 for Technician Apprentices | 162 Posts | 07-10-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Australia's beleaguered Snowy 2.0 renewable energy scheme is heading to the halfway mark as excavation of its central 250m-long underground power station cavern gets underway. The post Australia’s Snowy 2.0 now 40% complete and progressing under new collaborative contract appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Civil Engineer Blog
OCTOBER 5, 2023
From fresh running water to bridges, from pavements to the Olympic stadium — everything around us has in some way been influenced by civil engineering. Employment in this field can really give you the opportunities to achieve what you want in life, offering both fantastic benefits and progression. If you’re interested in maths and physics, […] The post How to Become Successful Civil Engineers first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
For Construction Pros
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Proper crew management plays a significant role in optimizing work efficiency, reducing costs and time overruns, and maximizing productivity.
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New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Mace has been appointed as the main contractor for the extension and refurbishment of the Oxford facility which hosts the world’s most powerful laser. The post Mace to upgrade Oxford facilty housing world’s most powerful laser appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
OCTOBER 5, 2023
The construction industry’s increasing investment in technology underscores the inevitability of digitalisation. Behind this optimism, however, are labour shortages and a widespread perception of the construction industry as ‘behind the times’ which has resulted in a dearth of available digital talent. Businesses may perceive these challenges as a hindrance to digital transformation.
New Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 5, 2023
A sustainable cable management system, 3D printed concrete and self-healing infrastructure were among the pitches heard by East West Railway (EWR) Co. at its supplier innovation event, as it looks to improve delivery and maintenance of the new Oxford to Cambridge railway. The post East West Rail ponders innovations for ‘faster and cheaper’ project delivery appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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