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JUNE 13, 2024

How to Become a Certified Construction Project Manager in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide Discover the steps to becoming a certified construction project manager in 2024. This comprehensive guide covers education, experience, certifications, and career development. The post How to Become a Certified Construction Project Manager in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2024

For contractors, lower material costs also signal the potential for reduced interest rates due to slowing inflation, said Associated Builders and Contractors’ chief economist.

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 13, 2024

The U.S. market for second homes has remained stable despite rising mortgage rates. In fact, recent insight from housing market platform Realtor.com shows that 2.5% of all new mortgages in the past year were for second homes, unchanged from the previous year. The top markets for second homes are mainly beachfront or mountain resort areas. Cape May County, N.J., leads with nearly half of its mortgages being for second homes.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2024

Ironworker Jeffrey Spyrka survived after plunging eight stories from a scaffold last week. His coworker, technical engineer David O’Donnell, was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 13, 2024

Mortgage rates will likely stay elevated over the next several months, following the Federal Reserve’s decision on Wednesday, June 12. The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates at a 23-year high, holding the benchmark rate at 5.25% to 5.5%, according to Yahoo! Finance. This rate has been consistent since July 2023. The Fed also revised its forecast for rate cuts this year, reducing the expected cuts from three to one.

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 13, 2024

Home sellers are reentering the market, but buyers are still hesitant. New house listings have increased significantly compared with last year, surpassing sales and reducing buyer competition and price growth, according to recent data from housing market platform Zillow.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2024

The four-story, 213,000-square-foot apartment complex on the college's Fort Wayne, Indiana, campus is part of a public-private partnership.

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New Civil Engineer

JUNE 13, 2024

The Labour Party has pledged to develop a 10-year infrastructure strategy to “guide investment plans and give the private sector certainty about the project pipeline”. The post Labour promises 10-year infrastructure strategy with significant private investment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2024

The East Petersburg, Pennsylvania-based construction firm expects to complete construction by the spring of 2025.

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Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 13, 2024

North Yorkshire Council has approved plans for a 1.5 million sq ft industrial and logistics development at Gascoigne Interchange.

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Construction Placements

JUNE 13, 2024

SVKM’s Institute of Technology Dhule Recruitment 2024 for Professors | 17 Posts | 22-06-2024 SVKM's Institute of Technology Dhule Recruitment 2024 for Professors with 17 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 22-06-2024 The post SVKM’s Institute of Technology Dhule Recruitment 2024 for Professors | 17 Posts | 22-06-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 13, 2024

Building services contractor NG Bailey has reported a return to profitability, turning a £25m pre-tax loss last time into a near £11m profit.

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Construction Placements

JUNE 13, 2024

NEECPO Recruitment 2024 for Executive Trainee | 24 Posts | 28-06-2024 NEECPO Recruitment 2024 for Executive Trainee with 24 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 28-06-2024 The post NEECPO Recruitment 2024 for Executive Trainee | 24 Posts | 28-06-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 13, 2024

Building contractor McAleer & Rushe is on course to increase turnover to £500m in 2025, up from around £400m in 2022.

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Roads Online

JUNE 13, 2024

Image: stock.adobe.com/Proxima Studio. The successful tenderers have now been revealed for eight works packages to support the delivery of the Sydney to Newcastle Business Case for the High Speed Rail Authority. The successful companies will help the High Speed Rail Authority to plan and develop the East Coast High Speed Rail Network, connecting Sydney, Central Coast and Newcastle.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 13, 2024

House-builder Bellway has admitted that it made a second takeover bid for rival Crest Nicholson last month.

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New Civil Engineer

JUNE 13, 2024

Hull City Council has appointed Esh Construction and Mason Clark Associates to progress design, repair and strengthening of the Drypool Bridge. The post Engineers appointed to renew Drypool rolling bascule bridge in Hull 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

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The Construction Index

JUNE 13, 2024

Bam Nuttall has been fined £2.345m following the death of a worker on Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme.

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New Civil Engineer

JUNE 13, 2024

Balfour Beatty has been awarded a £32M design and development contract to deliver the first phase of the £690M Skye reinforcement project, part of SSEN Transmission’s Pathway to 2030 plan. The post Balfour wins £32M design contract for first phase of £690M Skye reinforcement project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 13, 2024

A planning application has been submitted for the regeneration of the Teviot Estate in Poplar, east London.

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New Civil Engineer

JUNE 13, 2024

After the prototype was test assembled it was taken down and taken to a test site where it was re-assembled and load tested at full scale, following industry practice. It indicated serious commercial viability. Then, the British government shut the project down in the course… The post Could Great Grid Upgrade present opportunity for Geoditic Transmission Tower of 1966?

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In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

The Construction Index

JUNE 13, 2024

The Labour Party has made a manifesto commitment to kick the A27 Arundel bypass project further into the long grass and spend the money filling potholes instead.

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iField Smart

JUNE 13, 2024

Construction Submittals Software: Streamlining Project Delivery and Accuracy Construction projects, regardless of size or scope, are intrinsically complex. The collaboration between architects, engineers, general contractors, and myriad subcontractors forms a detailed network of communication where precision and timeliness are paramount. Submittals play a pivotal role in this orchestration, ensuring that materials, methods, and equipment align with the project specifications and design intent.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 13, 2024

The National Federation of Builders and the Scottish Building Federation have agreed to merge.

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New Civil Engineer

JUNE 13, 2024

Railway chiefs in Switzerland are facing questions from the federal government over the “illegal” demolition of a 110-year-old Alpine viaduct last month. The post ‘Illegal’ demolition of 110-year-old Alpine rail viaduct sparks row in Switzerland appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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

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OmTrak

JUNE 13, 2024

In the realm of building management, the delivery of Operating & Maintenance (O&M) manuals is a critical phase, ensuring a project’s seamless transition from construction to operation. Barwon Health has leveraged OmTrak’s comprehensive digital manuals module to revolutionise this aspect of project management. By providing a unified platform for compiling, managing, and disseminating these essential documents, OmTrak helps organisations streamline their processes, ensuring com

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New Civil Engineer

JUNE 13, 2024

The UK's next government must create a new infrastructure department to tackle the country's “urgent” challenges from day one, the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) has said. The post Consultants call for next government to form new infrastructure department appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Equipment World

JUNE 13, 2024

The redesigned skid steers and compact track loaders have a new one-piece cab design, more technology capabilities, and increased operating power.

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