Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
Bolsa Row Terrace in Westminster, California, at the heart of Orange County’s Little Saigon community, will feature more than 26,000 square feet of shopping and dining space.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 9, 2023
(St. Louis, MO, Aug. 3, 2023) Western Specialty Contractors – Minneapolis Branch is nearing completion of a project to restore a masonry wall section of the historic Wesley Church located at 101 E. Grant St. in downtown Minneapolis, MN. The historic church, formerly occupied by Wesley United Methodist Church, was constructed during Minneapolis’ building boom in the 1890s.
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Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
From charging stations for electric vehicles to true-to-life career and technical spaces, schools are transforming, architecture experts say.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Persimmon is looking to retender subcontractor packages more regularly as it looks to “share the cost pressures in this new challenging environment.” The house building giant highlighted cost control measures in its latest results as sales continued to slump. Group Chief Executive Dean Finch said said: “We are reviewing our subcontractor pricing on a more frequent basis to identify opportunities to secure increased savings.
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Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
In the first 48 hours following deployment at the commercial real estate and investment management company, more than 11,000 employees used the large language model.
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Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
The company attributed its top-line growth to strong momentum from trends such as critical infrastructure, water scarcity, energy transition and onshoring.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Hundreds of suppliers and subcontractors have been left £43m out of pocket by the collapse of Henry Construction Projects. According to the failed contractors records published by administrator FRP Advisory, more than 700 firms have been hit by the collapse of the south east tower builder. Henry also held performance bonds with a dozen surety providers.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
The CEO of the Dallas-based firm said inflation has increased costs for delivering infrastructure projects, but prices are beginning to stabilize.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Joint venture developers Property Alliance Group and Moda Living have submitted plans for a landmark £500m mixed student accommodation and life science complex in Manchester. The huge scheme will provide more than 1,100 student beds across three buildings, one rising to 42-storeys. The second element of three lower rise buildings will deliver 470,000 sq ft of life sciences space.
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Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
While venture funding activity has slowed, these tech firms focused on construction continued to pull in investments.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
McLaren Construction took top ranking in the contract league table for value of orders won during July. It rose to pole position largely on the strength of securing developer Landsec’s refurbishment and extension of London’s 1960s Portland House office tower block in Victoria. CGI of Portland House revamp plan Top 10 contractors by work confirmed in July Click here for further rankings According to data compiled by Barbour ABI , the total orders collected by the top 50 firms in July
Construction Dive
AUGUST 9, 2023
With $39 billion dedicated for the program, the immense interest may mean some tough choices for federal officials.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Laing O’Rourke has been named preferred construction partner for a new Cambridge cancer research hospital. The firm will now develop the project, presently forecast to cost around £220m, through its next phase of design under a pre-construction services agreement. Subject to planning and final funding approval, construction works are hoped to start next year at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 9, 2023
(Southfield, MI) – Atwell announced today that it has acquired Bay Engineering, Inc., an engineering, surveying, and environmental firm headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland. The firm specializes in land development services for both public and private clients throughout Central and Southern Maryland. This acquisition continues to strengthen Atwell’s presence in the Mid-Atlantic, building upon the firm’s acquisition of Ben Dyer Associates, Inc. in 2022.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Steel erectors working for contractor William Hare at Hinkley have become the latest to down tools for a day at the vast nuclear power station site. The latest unofficial one-day stoppage yesterday was triggered by existing shift rotation patterns on the site. Erectors want to change the 11/3 and 10/4 rotation to a regular 10/4 arrangement. The stoppage follows a developing pattern of industrial unrest among trades in recent weeks.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 9, 2023
Barhale has been appointed by West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) to its framework agreement for the supply of diversionary utilities works. The civil engineering and infrastructure specialist secured its place on the framework under Lot 2, Water-clean and Waste Infrastructure, of the West Midlands Metro Framework agreement for the Provision of Diversionary Utilities Works for Metro Extensions and any Major Highways Schemes.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 9, 2023
The City of London Corporation has released a new report urging investment in workers to meet the growing demand for green jobs and skills to decarbonise the city’s commercial buildings. The report recommends reforming the Apprenticeship Levy and s106 policies to match the demand for skilled workers. Chairman of the City of London Corporation Planning and Transport Committee, Shravan Joshi, said: “The built environment is critical in supporting central London’s transition to a more sustain
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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
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 9, 2023
Rent Growth Is Slowing Where Fresh Supply Meets Stable Demand ldeakins Wed, 08/09/2023 - 11:05 For the past several years, a supply and demand imbalance in the rental market has pushed prices to new highs, but a number of markets are now returning to pre-pandemic norms An uptick in new-construction typically correlates with slower price growth, but when that new housing is a response to rising demand, even fresh supply sometimes can’t stop rents and home prices from surging.
Construction Placements
AUGUST 9, 2023
SINP Recruitment 2023 for Engineers and Technicians | 17 Posts | 25-08-2023 SINP Recruitment 2023 for Engineers and Technicians with 17 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 25-08-2023 The post SINP Recruitment 2023 for Engineers and Technicians | 17 Posts | 25-08-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 9, 2023
Just 7 of the Nation’s 200 Largest Markets Are Back to Pre-Pandemic Inventory Levels ldeakins Wed, 08/09/2023 - 11:13 Only seven of the largest U.S. housing markets have seen inventory levels return to pre-pandemic norms due to waning demand from a more financially constrained buyer pool According to the Federal Reserve, a surge in housing demand in 2020 and 2021 could only be satisfied with a 300% increase in housing demand.
Construction Placements
AUGUST 9, 2023
Construction Management Job Interview Guide +200 Interview Questions & Answers Step into the realm of construction management with confidence. Our detailed guide offers tailored interview strategies, expert-backed insights, and a roadmap to secure your dream job in the booming construction industry. The post Construction Management Job Interview Guide +200 Interview Questions & Answers appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 9, 2023
When Will the Housing Market Favor Buyers Again? ldeakins Wed, 08/09/2023 - 11:25 The majority of Americans say now is a bad time to buy a home, and experts say market conditions may not improve anytime soon With the 30-year mortgage interest rate back in the 7% range and home prices still rising to new highs, it’s easy to understand why the typical homebuyer is feeling pessimistic about the prospect of purchasing a home.
Civil Engineer Blog
AUGUST 9, 2023
Civil Engineering is a branch of engineering that encompasses the conception, design, construction, and management of residential and commercial buildings and structures, water supply facilities, and transportation systems for goods and people, as well as control of the environment for the maintenance and improvement of the quality of life. Civil engineering includes planning and design […] The post What is Civil Engineering?
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 9, 2023
How Eminent Domain May Be Used to Respond to Climate Crises ldeakins Wed, 08/09/2023 - 11:33 Eminent domain, which grants the government power to take private property for public use, has displaced thousands of Americans for the sake of infrastructure in the past, but it may be used for a better purpose in a global climate crisis The U.S. government has historically seized private land and property for public use through eminent domain, a controversial legal principle that has resulted in the de
Construction Placements
AUGUST 9, 2023
Rajasthan Housing Board Recruitment 2023 for Various Posts | 258 Posts | 18-08-2023 Rajasthan Housing Board Recruitment 2023 for Various Posts with 258 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 18-08-2023 The post Rajasthan Housing Board Recruitment 2023 for Various Posts | 258 Posts | 18-08-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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Construction News
AUGUST 9, 2023
A ‘no-blockwork’ strategy means every detail needs to be planned accurately on the construction of Everton FC’s new riverside stadium. Watch the video tour below. Project client: Everton Football Club Total cost: £555m Contract type: Bespoke design and build Main contractor: Laing O’Rourke Concept architect:… The post New kid on the dock: Everton Stadium appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Placements
AUGUST 9, 2023
Top 10 Essential Computer Skills Every Civil Engineer Should Master Dive into the pivotal computer skills that every civil engineer should master in today's digital era. From foundational software tools to emerging technologies like AI and VR, this guide provides a comprehensive look into the future of civil engineering. The post Top 10 Essential Computer Skills Every Civil Engineer Should Master appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Roads Online
AUGUST 9, 2023
UGL has been awarded over $600 million worth of lithium and energy contracts for works in Western Australia. As part of these works, UGL will oversee the provision of construction services at a lithium hydroxide plant near Bunbury, Western Australia for Albemarle, which will generate revenue for UGL of over $300 million. This forms part of Albemarle’s plan to expand, by constructing two additional processing trains at its Kemerton plant, to increase production to up to 100,000 metric tonnes per
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