Construction starts plunge 8% as Fed toes line on rates
Construction Dive
MARCH 21, 2024
January’s manufacturing gains were wiped away as the prolonged impact of higher interest rates and labor issues caught up with the sector.
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Simpson Strong-Tie Promotes Annie Kao to Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Engagement
Civil + Structural Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie , the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has promoted Annie Kao to a newly created position of Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Engagement. Kao has been a member of the Simpson Strong-Tie team for 18 years, most recently serving as Vice President of Engineering. In her new role, Kao will spearhead the company’s national industry outreach and engagement initiatives; identify and pursue strategic partnerships insid
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‘Infrastructure academy’ coming to Austin
Construction Dive
MARCH 21, 2024
The initiative will seek to reduce barriers to entry for potential workers and provide career services designed to staff the booming civil sector in Texas.
Which States and Construction Trades Rely Most on Immigrant Workers?
The Pro Builder
MARCH 21, 2024
Which States and Construction Trades Rely Most on Immigrant Workers? ibush Thu, 03/21/2024 - 12:02 California and Texas have higher concentrations of immigrants in their construction workforce, and certain skilled trades also rely more on foreign-born labor than others There's been some easing of the construction labor shortage, but home builders still face challenges finding labor, and certain skilled trades are really feeling the pinch.
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Texas immigration battle has implications for contractors
Construction Dive
MARCH 21, 2024
A new law that was halted by an appeals court this week presents ramifications for the industry, where an estimated one in four workers is foreign-born.
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Researchers transform sugarcane by-product into slabs and bricks
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
A new low carbon construction material made from sugarcane by-product is emerging as a promising sustainable alternative to concrete and bricks. The post Researchers transform sugarcane by-product into slabs and bricks appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
New round of Live Labs road trials gets going
The Construction Index
MARCH 21, 2024
New materials, new machines and new methods are all being put to the test in a second round of trials aimed at making roads less ecologically damaging.
Project enhances Seattle Metropolitan Area’s urban experience through design
Construction Specifier
MARCH 21, 2024
West Main, a mixed-use project in Bellevue, Seattle Metropolitan Area. Photo by Benjamin Benschneider/courtesy Graphite Design Group West Main, a mixed-use project with unique design elements in Bellevue, spans more than 95,690 m 2 (1.03 million sf) across three towers. Crafted by Graphite Design Group and Compton Design Office, the project features bespoke curtain wall patterns and a sleek white palette to integrate into the urban fabric.
Comprehensive List of the Civil Engineering Software Courses for 2024
Construction Placements
MARCH 21, 2024
Comprehensive List of the Civil Engineering Software Courses for 2024 Dive into our comprehensive list of civil engineering software courses, a must-have knowledge base for aspiring and current civil engineering professionals aiming to leverage technology for project success and career advancement. Learn why mastering these tools is crucial in today's construction industry landscape.
The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software
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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.
New line between Handsacre and Manchester Airport proposed to replace HS2 Phase 2
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
A new rail link between Handsacre and Manchester Airport has been identified by the Greater Manchester and West Midlands mayors as their preferred option to replace High Speed 2 (HS2) Phase 2. The post New line between Handsacre and Manchester Airport proposed to replace HS2 Phase 2 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Test rig to boost efficiency and safety
Roads Online
MARCH 21, 2024
Image courtesy of Motion Australia. A bespoke spring test rig, designed and built by CMA Electro-Hydraulic Engineers, will improve accuracy, maintenance efficiency, safety, and plant performance for one of Australia’s leading steel manufacturers. The doors on the gas storage facility at the steel plant are kept closed for safety by a series of springs fixed around the perimeter.
Floating offshore wind projects at UK ports advanced to next phase
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
Floating offshore wind projects at Port Talbot and the Port of Cromarty Firth have made progress under the government’s Floating Offshore Wind Manufacturing Investment Scheme (Flowmis) scheme, Associated British Ports (ABP) has announced. The post Floating offshore wind projects at UK ports advanced to next phase appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Continental Tire Opens HQ Expansion
For Construction Pros
MARCH 21, 2024
Continental has invested more than $800 million in South Carolina since 2009. The new, 90,0000-square-foot building has capacity for 350 employees.
Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste
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Report on Crossrail lessons highlights importance of constant review of delivery model
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
The importance of constantly reviewing a major project’s delivery model has been highlighted as a key takeaway from the £19bn Crossrail project in a new independent report commissioned by government. The post Report on Crossrail lessons highlights importance of constant review of delivery model appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Healing Design: El Dorado’s Trauma-Responsive Approach
CCR Magazine
MARCH 21, 2024
Today, “trauma-healing opportunities” increasingly influence how places are designed for many U.S. communities, both urban and rural, according to Elisandra Garcia with national design firm El Dorado. Whether it’s an installation, a landscape, a camp, community center, or even an entire city district, El Dorado’s teams of architects and planners often begin by determining how their work can support healing for young people or families — even neighborhoods — coping with scarring from the ordeals
Parkhead Viaduct restoration nearing completion as part of Midlands Metro Extension
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
Restoration work to an historic viaduct in Dudley is nearly finished, marking a significant milestone for Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension. The post Parkhead Viaduct restoration nearing completion as part of Midlands Metro Extension appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Cheshire Academy: Solar Panels & Drift Snow Fences
CCR Magazine
MARCH 21, 2024
Cheshire Academy is closing in on its first successful year of using solar-powered panels to help reduce energy costs at the private school in Cheshire, CT. Funded entirely by New York solar energy developer Plankton Energy in 2023, four campus buildings boast the productive solar panels. And, to slow down the release of melting snows and ice from those panels, Drift Solar Snow Fences from Rocky Mountain Snow Guards , Inc.
The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs
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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
Selecting the Perfect Pillow! Consider colors, lifestyle, and the style of your room
Civil Engineer Blog
MARCH 21, 2024
Get inspiration for colors by looking around your home. Look at the colors in your rugs, carpets, furniture, draperies, etc for ideas! Try to pick pillows with colors found in the opposite side of a room. This will make things stick together better and is pleasing to the eye. Pillow Decor is able to cross-reference […] The post Selecting the Perfect Pillow!
Thames Water names consultancies to support Strategic Resource Options programme
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
Arcadis, Jacobs Mott MacDonald JV and Turner & Townsend have been appointed to Thames Water’s £160M Programme Partner Framework. The post Thames Water names consultancies to support Strategic Resource Options programme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Contractor fined after worker scorched
The Construction Index
MARCH 21, 2024
A Lancashire M&E contractor has been fined after a worker sustained serious burns in an electrical flash.
Contract handed out for A83 Old Military Road upgrade ground investigations
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
Transport Scotland has handed out a £1.6M ground investigations contract for its planned £32M A83 Old Military Road upgrade to Soil Engineering Geoservices. The post Contract handed out for A83 Old Military Road upgrade ground investigations appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Inflation erodes Roberston’s profits
The Construction Index
MARCH 21, 2024
Scotland’s Robertson Group has filed ‘solid’ financial results, showing steady growth but softer profits.
Sustainable energy investment remains a top priority on the corporate agenda
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
The need to rapidly accelerate the transition to cleaner energy is now more important than ever, but what does the next phase of this transition look like? The post Sustainable energy investment remains a top priority on the corporate agenda appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
New boss for Lyndon SGB
The Construction Index
MARCH 21, 2024
BrandSafway has appointed Centin Baxter regional vice president in charge of its UK business, Lyndon SGB.
HS2 | Sliding of 320m double composite deck for Westbury viaduct commences
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 21, 2024
Engineers from EKFB (Eiffage Kier Ferrovial Bam JV) have commenced the sliding of the first section of the 320m double composite deck for High Speed 2’s (HS2’s) Westbury viaduct into position. The post HS2 | Sliding of 320m double composite deck for Westbury viaduct commences appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC
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JCB adds semi-automation offer
The Construction Index
MARCH 21, 2024
JCB and Leica Geosystems are joining forces to offer factory-fitted 2D and 3D-ready semi-automated excavator controls.
Groundbreaking Celebrated for The University of Maine Athletics Renovations
PC Construction
MARCH 21, 2024
On Wednesday, PC joined The University of Maine to celebrate the start of construction for major renovations to Harold Alfond Sports Arena and the Shawn Walsh Hockey Center. This project will further UMaine’s commitment to excellence in the state’s only Division I athletics program, strengthen gender equity and provide a preferred destination for high school sports championships, competitions and community events.
Rogue builder sent to prison
The Construction Index
MARCH 21, 2024
A Welsh builder is spending the next 16 months in prison for fraudulent trading.
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