Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
INDIANAPOLIS — H.W. Lochner Inc. (Lochner), a leading provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, has been selected by the Indiana Toll Road Concession Company (ITRCC) to continue serving as owner representative and begin the planning and design of the fourth phase of the Pavement Upgrade for a Superior Highway (PUSH) project.
The Pro Builder
JANUARY 15, 2024
What's Needed to Ensure Modular Construction Companies Succeed? ibush Mon, 01/15/2024 - 14:30 Factory-built housing is increasingly being hailed as a solution to the housing shortage and affordability crisis, but the companies building those homes are failing Policymakers and housing advocates seeking solutions to the housing crisis point out that home-building productivity has stagnated over the past few decades while other industries, such as automobile manufacturing, have reaped the benefits
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
January, 2024 – Leah Almog Arazi, CEO and Founder of OOR Design Build, is proving that a career in construction is not just for men and inspiring a new generation of women to get into the industry. Statistics indicate that gender-balanced construction firms have higher productivity rates. However, statistics from the US Chamber of Commerce suggest that only 9.9% of women work in the construction field in 2022.
The Pro Builder
JANUARY 15, 2024
Community Comes Together on MLK Day to Build Homes ibush Mon, 01/15/2024 - 13:46 Faith groups help build Habitat for Humanity Wake County homes on MLK Day A group of volunteers in North Carolina's Wake County is spending Martin Luther King Jr. Day this year building homes for people in need of affordable housing, CBS17.com reports. More than a dozen faith groups spent a few hours on Jan. 15 building the walls for two homes being constructed by Habitat for Humanity of Wake County.
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New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
Transport minister Huw Merriman has met with MPs in Lancashire to discuss the potential reinstatement of passenger services to the northern section of the Ribble Valley line. The post Reinstatement of disused railway in Lancashire tabled appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) released its latest continuing education course titled “ Evaluating Metal Building Systems using COMcheck.” This new course, produced in partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Architectural Record magazine, is now available through Architectural Record’s Continuing Education Center website and also via a mobile device app.
The Pro Builder
JANUARY 15, 2024
Risk Analysis: Mapping the Counties Most at Risk of Increased Home Insurance Costs ibush Mon, 01/15/2024 - 08:03 A look at which counties are expected to face the greatest risk for insurance shocks due to fire, wind, and flood risk going forward California, Florida, and Louisiana are three states in particular that have seen significant insurance cost increases in their housing markets, with several insurers pulling out of those states altogether.
For Construction Pros
JANUARY 15, 2024
In response to the rising rate of both fatal and non-fatal overdoses attributable to opioids, the story behind forming The Alliance for Naloxone Safety In The Workplace and how it's changing the face of the construction site workplace as we know it.
Construction News
JANUARY 15, 2024
Construction innovators traded insights on the latest industry tech trends On a crisp November morning, a herd of geeks, innovators and experts descended on a London hotel for TechFest, an annual celebration and exploration of cutting-edge digital processes and automation, sponsored by Construction News and… The post TechFest 2023: providing inspiration for integration appeared first on Construction News.
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For Construction Pros
JANUARY 15, 2024
Color hardener is not just old technology. There are countless stamped concrete contractors for end users to choose from, but the contractors that use color hardener seem to stand out from the crowd.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
Campaign group Suffolk Energy Action Solutions (Seas) has launched a national petition and short documentary starring Ralph Fiennes to stop National Grid's infrastructure proposals as part of The Great Grid Upgrade. The post Campaigners launch petition and film to counter National Grid’s Suffolk ‘energy hub’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Placements
JANUARY 15, 2024
Exploring Civil Engineering Definitions and Scope Embark on a journey through the world of civil engineering and it's various definitions. From its early history to modern applications, discover how this vital field shapes our infrastructure and everyday life. The post Exploring Civil Engineering Definitions and Scope appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Rabbet
JANUARY 15, 2024
Twelve months ago, I reflected on the difficulties in investing in CRE due to the uncertainty in the market and current status of the T-bill in my white paper “ Maximizing Returns in CRE…. ”. And most of the market uncertainty outlined in the paper prevailed throughout the year, specifically: The T-Bill remains near 15-year highs, after peaking in November 2023 Asset pricing remains volatile, especially in Commercial Cap Rates persist at the highest level in over a decade As I theorized, le
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New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
The development of Sizewell C in Suffolk has triggered its development consent order (DCO) paving the way to the formal construction period for the 3.2GW nuclear plant. The post Sizewell C triggers Development Consent Order, marking formal start of construction appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Placements
JANUARY 15, 2024
Your Guide to Choosing the Best Basement Repair Specialists Explore essential insights on selecting the most skilled basement repair specialists across the U.S. This guide offers crucial advice on identifying experts in basement waterproofing, foundation repairs, and overall basement health, ensuring the longevity and safety of your home. The post Your Guide to Choosing the Best Basement Repair Specialists appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
Utility companies are under fresh pressure to keep road works on time, otherwise they will face increased fines, from which the government said it could raise £100M to improve local roads. The post Consultation launched on increasing fines for companies’ disruptive road works appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Today
JANUARY 15, 2024
The field of road construction is on the cusp of a revolution, driven by a surge in innovative technologies and materials. As our societies grapple with challenges like climate change, urbanization, and the need for sustainable infrastructure, these advancements offer promising solutions. From eco-friendly pavements to smart technology integration, the future of road construction is aligning with… Source The post 5 Innovations Revolutionizing Road Construction appeared first on Const
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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
Civil Engineer Blog
JANUARY 15, 2024
If you happen to be a person who wants to do DIY projects then there is a solution that is right for you. This is the MyShedPlans Woodwork Package, in which you will find so many plans to build that you could never complete them all. There are hundreds of plans that are straightforward for […] The post Learn How To Build A Storage Shed With My Shed Plans Woodworking Package first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
For Construction Pros
JANUARY 15, 2024
The new CE Innovation Lab and its team will study emerging technology trends, map new and evolving customer needs and identify prospects for portfolio enhancements and further growth.
Roads Online
JANUARY 15, 2024
CPB Contractors, Georgiou and GHD will support Sunwater’s delivery of the new Paradise Dam in Queensland. Earlier this month, the Queensland Government announced that Sunwater would begin planning for a new Paradise Dam wall on the Burnett Rover, which aims to provide a safe and secure water supply for the Bundaberg region. Sunwater has appointed CPB Contractors and Georgiou as the construction partners for the project.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
Kier Transportation is searching for sub-contractors to fill £84M worth of works on the £500M A417 “missing link” scheme, including earthworks, drainage and pavements. The post Kier subcontracting £84M works on A417 scheme including earthworks, drainage, pavements appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Roads Online
JANUARY 15, 2024
Apart of Victoria’s ‘Big Build’ campaign, a flurry of major road projects is planned and have commenced, delivering dozens of major road projects around metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. From reductions in congestion and travel times, to improved safety, the roads people rely on every day are getting bigger and better. The construction sector requires heavy-duty machinery that can efficiently execute construction projects such as the major road projects happening in Victoria.
For Construction Pros
JANUARY 15, 2024
HD Hyundai announced that its innovative technology, X-Wise and X-Wise Xite, will be key in the journey towards Xite Transformation.
New Civil Engineer
JANUARY 15, 2024
A 12 week programme of works from to repair and improve Bodringallt Bridge, which carries the A4058 in the village of Ystrad, Wales begins today, 15 January. The post 12 weeks of targetted repairs to Bodringallt Bridge in Wales begins appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
JANUARY 15, 2024
The construction of the new Arden Station in Melbourne is now complete, with testing set to get underway soon on what is the first of five new stations being delivered as part of the Metro Tunnel project. The Metro Tunnel will create a new end-to-end rail line from Sunbury in the west to Cranbourne/Pakenham in the south east, with bigger and more modern trains, and 5 new stations.
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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
ENR Construction
JANUARY 15, 2024
The Osage Nation wants the complete removal of the wind farm, power lines and infrastructure, which could cost the energy company upwards of $300 million.
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 15, 2024
Agile facilities management is required in order to address growing deferred maintenance across all public sectors. The constant cry that more dollars would solve the major deferred maintenance issues facing all public sector department and agencies is false. In reality the efficacy of spending precious dollars on facilities repair and maintenance is often overlooked, and the process of sustaining physical infrastructure has little true oversight.
ENR Construction
JANUARY 15, 2024
The project delivery approach is not always the optimum one, said speakers at the Transportation Research Board forum, which focuses on sector improvement and recently concluded in Washington, D.C.
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