Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The prevailing wage rule update went into effect Oct. 23, and it could mean higher hourly wages for workers on major federal projects.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) and the Trimble Foundation Fund have partnered with The HALO Trust, the world’s largest landmine-clearing non-profit organization, to help expand its demining operations across Ukraine. The Foundation Fund directed grant focuses on strengthening the HALO Trust’s capacity to locate and remove landmines, unexploded ordnance, and other explosive hazards from civilian areas to create safer communities.

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Foundation Systems Mapping Government Works Building Resilience 257

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As construction jobs grow in size and complexity, someone is needed to ensure the vision doesn’t get lost along the way, said panelists at the Design-Build Conference & Expo last week.

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Building Design 338

Prodyogi

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Soil sampling is the process of obtaining samples of soil from the desired depth at the desired location in a natural deposit to assess its engineering properties for the design of the foundation. The device that is used to collect soil samples is called a sampler. Boring and sampling methods in soil exploration go hand in hand during soil investigation.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

While more than two-thirds of contractors emphasize the importance of inclusion, just 34% of small companies and 42% of non-union shops do so, a new report found.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

More transportation and water agencies are adopting the project delivery method, according to a recent panel at the 2023 Design-Build Conference and Expo.

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Building Design 327

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Dam will reduce flood risk in Williamson County. San Antonio, Texas – Sundt Construction was recently awarded the Upper Brushy Creek Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) Dam 101 Project in Williamson County, TX. The $34 million project will be the largest undertaking since the original dams were built in the late 1950s and 1960s. “The Upper Brushy Creek WCID is designed to substantially reduce flooding in the largest damage center in Williamson County,” said Sundt Project Director Kevi

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Building Controls Structural Systems Building Design 130

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

From well-known names to emerging sites, contractors have a lot of options online to make the perfect hire.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Reston, Va. – The latest technical report from American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Premise Plumbing Modeling , examines various aspects of premise plumbing systems and how they have been and could be modeled for purposes of effective engineering design and operation. Premise plumbing covers water system devices (e.g. water heaters, showers, and sinks) that are connected to the main distribution system via service lines.

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Plumbing Systems Plumbing Engineering 130

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Construction Management

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Reshaping the American Dream: Millennials and Gen Z Struggle to Leave the Nest ibush Wed, 11/08/2023 - 08:02 Report finds one in five Millennials and two-thirds of Gen Z are taking longer to leave home compared with previous generations A recent multigenerational living report from RentCafe based on IPUMS (Integrated Public Use Microdata Series) data indicates a growing trend: Millennials and Gen Zers are living with family well into adulthood and eschewing the traditional trajectory of leaving

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The former technical director of High Speed 2 Ltd (HS2 Ltd) and one of the principal designers of HS2’s original plan believes “overengineering” of the project is a principal reason behind the continually ballooning costs. The post HS2 designer blames frequent cost rises on ‘overengineering’ of project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 145

For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Out of the GSA's announced $2 billion, which included 150 different construction projects using low embodied carbon materials, a significant portion of it will directly impact the asphalt and road building industry.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Engineers working on the Colne Valley Viaduct for High Speed 2 (HS2) have now completed 1.7km of its record-breaking 3.4km length. The post HS2 | Construction of UK’s longest rail bridge reaches halfway point appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 113

For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Trimble partners with Microsoft by harnessing Azure AI, plus announcements regarding autonomy, integrations within the Trimble Construction One platform and a focus on small contractors.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Contractor AmcoGiffen has successfully completed a major refurbishment project on a 160-year-old rail viaduct in North Wales. The post Major refurbishment of 160-year-old wooden rail viaduct in North Wales completed ahead of schedule appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 110

Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Tata Projects Hiring for Women Professionals | Construction and Engineering Jobs | PAN India Apply for the tata project's latest job openings in 2023 for several construction engineering jobs on the Tata project careers page. The post Tata Projects Hiring for Women Professionals | Construction and Engineering Jobs | PAN India appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Engineering 106

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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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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A coalition of London businesses has written to the chancellor urging him to commit to a capital funding settlement with Transport for London (TfL) in order to “keep the capital moving, so that it can drive growth, investment and job creation that benefits the UK… The post Businesses including Mace and Arcadis urge chancellor to commit to long-term TfL capital funding appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 103

Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Tekla Detailer Job Description, Career Guide and Salary Insights Discover the dynamic role of Tekla Detailers in the AEC industry. Uncover insights on career growth, salary expectations, and the importance of continual learning in this comprehensive guide. The post Tekla Detailer Job Description, Career Guide and Salary Insights appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) 106

Construction News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A demolition contractor has been fined £60,000 after a labourer was hit by masonry in an incident that left him “lucky to be alive”. MAC Demolition, the firm contracted to carry out the works, was fined over the incident, which took place in Kilburn, north-west… The post Demolition firm fined after worker hit by masonry appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Top 50 Civil Site Engineer Interview Questions and Answers Discover the civil engineering interview questions you need to ace the job. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what a Civil Site Engineer does & the answers to the most commonly asked questions. The post Top 50 Civil Site Engineer Interview Questions and Answers appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Roads Online

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Inland Rail has released designs for the Euroa railway station precinct, which aims to provide a new open and accessible design for residents in North East Victoria. The proposed design features a vehicle underpass to replace the Anderson Street bridge, a station forecourt opened to Railway Street, a new station platform, additional carparking and two pedestrian underpasses to provide access between the platforms and connectivity across the precinct.

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Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Construction Quality Control Checklist: A Comprehensive List Dive into the critical checklists that uphold quality and safety standards in construction, from civil to residential projects. The post Construction Quality Control Checklist: A Comprehensive List appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Elite Trades Championship Series is on a mission to elevate the profile of plumbing by framing pipework as a competitive sport.

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Plumbing 113

Equipment World

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Cat and Volvo dominated the charts. See which articulated truck models were best-sellers and fetched top dollar at auction.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Formed from an ancient glacial lake, the Red River Valley is famous for its flat landscape and fertile soil. Perhaps less known is that it is also one of the most flood-prone areas in the U.S.

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Landscaping 89

For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

From the one-man band to the far-flung enterprise, these are the business technologies your concrete contracting business should be evaluating.

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Contracts 90

ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The Weitz Company, in a joint venture with Turner Construction, will lead construction of Phase 1A of the project to replace the existing terminal at Des Moines International Airport.

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