The Pro Builder
JUNE 11, 2024
Hidden Expenses Are Adding to the Housing Affordability Crisis csweeney Tue, 06/11/2024 - 13:05 States such as Hawaii and California lead the way with annual housing costs just below $30,000 U.S. home prices continue to climb, but that’s not the only metric making housing expensive, according to recent survey data from consumer financial services company Bankrate.
Construction Dive
JUNE 11, 2024
The Maryland Transportation Authority contracted the Sweden-based company for $50 million to remove and dispose of debris of the ill-fated span.
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The Pro Builder
JUNE 11, 2024
Elevate Efficiency. Build With Precision. kcichowicz Tue, 06/11/2024 - 10:50 CertainTeed ONE PRECISION ASSEMBLIES ™ (OPA ™ ) custom floor, wall, and roof panels are built to spec, code compliant, insulated, and weather tight. With ONE PRECISION ASSEMBLIES, you can build complete homes, from manufacturing to full assembly, in under two weeks. LEARN MORE Enabled Active Elevate Efficiency.
Construction Dive
JUNE 11, 2024
Sour feelings around the bidding process can carry into a project, causing conflict and reputation damage, writes construction consultant Chad Prinkey.
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The Pro Builder
JUNE 11, 2024
10 US Metros Embracing YIMBY Housing Policies csweeney Tue, 06/11/2024 - 12:50 Current zoning regulations are adding to the U.S. housing shortage, but cities such as Washington, D.C., and Chicago want to change that While some U.S. cities are choosing to take a “not in my backyard” (NIMBY) approach to housing, others are adopting housing policies that promote higher density and allow a range of residential options to help alleviate the nationwide housing shortage.
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The Pro Builder
JUNE 11, 2024
US Homeowner Equity Is on the Rise as Home Values Increase csweeney Tue, 06/11/2024 - 13:17 National home prices are expected to rise 3.7% by March 2025 Among news of high housing costs and other difficulties in the U.S. housing market, current homeowners could be in a good spot. According to recent insight from CoreLogic’s Homeowner Equity Insights report, very few homeowners today have negative equity.
Construction Dive
JUNE 11, 2024
The Chicago-based construction firm anticipates the completion of the 26-story luxury multifamily building in early 2026.
New Civil Engineer
JUNE 11, 2024
The Conservative Party says it will speed up the average time it takes to consent major infrastructure projects from four years to one if it is in power following the General Election. The post Conservatives pledge to slash infrastructure delivery times and prioritise energy security appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
JUNE 11, 2024
The cost of the Greenlink Nevada transmission project has risen 70%, to $4.2 billion, due to inflation, supply chain constraints and labor costs, the utility said.
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The Pro Builder
JUNE 11, 2024
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Construction Dive
JUNE 11, 2024
The quieter equipment will allow crews to work with minimal disruption to classes at the University of California.
The Construction Index
JUNE 11, 2024
Groundworks contractor Van Elle been fined £233,000 for safety breaches after an HGV driver was struck and killed by the mast of a piling rig at a house build site in Annan, Dumfries and Galloway.
New Civil Engineer
JUNE 11, 2024
Transport Scotland has revealed key design elements and possible construction methods for the long-awaited debris flow shelter on the A83 Rest and Thankful to protect the road from rockfall. The post Early design and construction details of landslip shelter for A83 Rest and Be Thankful revealed appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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The Construction Index
JUNE 11, 2024
An electrical contractors’ trade association has warned that the UK power network may not be able to power artificial intelligence before long.
New Civil Engineer
JUNE 11, 2024
Officials from Stansted, Manchester and Luton airports have detailed how they plan to expand their facilities as air travel gets back on track after the Coronavirus pandemic. The post Stansted, Manchester and Luton airports detail future growth plans appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Placements
JUNE 11, 2024
DVC Hiring 2024 for Executive Trainees | 176 Posts | 07-07-2024 DVC Hiring 2024 for Executive Trainees with 176 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 07-07-2024 The post DVC Hiring 2024 for Executive Trainees | 176 Posts | 07-07-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
JUNE 11, 2024
Construction and engineering contractors have been alerted to a £1.5bn framework for works at the Houses of Parliament. The post Contractors alerted to £1.5bn framework for Houses of Parliament construction works 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 Placements
JUNE 11, 2024
How to Become a Logistics Analyst: Job Description and Requirements Explore the comprehensive guide on becoming a logistics analyst, covering job responsibilities, required skills, educational pathways, salary insights, and career growth opportunities. The post How to Become a Logistics Analyst: Job Description and Requirements appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
JUNE 11, 2024
Tunnel boring machine (TBM) Florence on Australia’s Snowy 2.0 hydro-electric scheme has now been stuck in place for four weeks. The post Snowy Hydro 2.0 | TBM now stuck for four weeks appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
JUNE 11, 2024
Construction output in Great Britain declined in April for the third successive month, according to latest official statistics.
Civil Engineer Blog
JUNE 11, 2024
Building your own home is one of life’s great pursuits. It is one of the most challenging and stressful things you will ever do. However, the sense of achievement and accomplishment that comes with it is worth every second. Building a house is on many people’s ‘must-do’ list and with good reason. It’s your chance […] The post 4 Things To Consider Before You Build Your Own Home first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
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New Civil Engineer
JUNE 11, 2024
Following a relentless series of storms and consistent power outages, many might be looking forward to less disruptive weather in the warmer months. But with 2024 predicted to be the hottest year on record, the summer is unlikely to offer respite. The post Here’s how we take the heat off the grid this summer appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
JUNE 11, 2024
The Conservative Party has pledged to invest in apprenticeships, infrastructure and housing if it remains in power next month. In an 80-page manifesto published this afternoon (11 June), the Tories unveiled policies including investment in rail, road and energy infrastructure as well as boosting housebuilding… The post Tory manifesto promises action on apprenticeships and infrastructure appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
JUNE 11, 2024
Northern Ireland (NI) Water and its contractor BSG Civil Engineering have completed tunnelling works for a £7.8M sewer upgrade in Portadown. The post 380m tunnel completed for £7.8M wastewater upgrade in Portadown, Northern Ireland appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
JUNE 11, 2024
The midsize UTV gets a tilting steering wheel, nearly double the storage volume, redesigned cupholders and new color options.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
The Construction Index
JUNE 11, 2024
Listed tool hire group HSS has notified shareholders that it has just lost its biggest customers.
Construction News
JUNE 11, 2024
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has called on the next government to reform the planning system and provide a “regulatory roadmap” for boosting retrofit. In a three-page open letter signed by 16 council members (see box below), the group listed 12 policies it would like… The post Election 24: CLC calls for planning reform and retrofit road map appeared first on Construction News.
The Construction Index
JUNE 11, 2024
Industry-side members of the Construction Leadership Council have signed an open letter to the next government recommending measure to boost UK construction.
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