The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
U.S. homeowners are continuing to see their equity grow. According to a recent Q2 2024 Home Equity Report from CoreLogic— an information services provider of financial, property, and consumer data—homeowners with mortgages experienced a total equity increase of $1.3 trillion, or about 8% year-over-year, in Q2 2024. This brings total homeowner equity to over $17.6 trillion.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Owners and developers added more projects to the queue in August, expecting stronger market conditions next year, per Dodge Construction Network.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
While women have not historically made up a majority of the construction workforce, Monica Wheaton, vice president of customer success, residential construction division for ECI Software Solutions, is hoping to change that. As an ambassador for the She Built Foundation, Wheaton recently collaborated with the Edmonds School District in Edmonds, Wash. to introduce young students to opportunities in the trades.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The Maryland Transportation Authority is seeking contractors to provide construction management and inspection services for three $20 million contracts.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
$1 billion system will consist of more than 30 projects to improve efficacy of local water supplies St. George, Utah — Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been selected as the Owner’s Advisor for the Washington County Regional Reuse Purification System. In this role, Stantec will work with the Washington County Water Conservancy District, City of St.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The contractor's New York director helped pioneer a new internship program with the city’s department of education.
Construction Project Zone brings together the best content for construction projects from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Laura Shivers will help build comprehensive marketing campaigns for the Salt Lake City-based family of companies.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The adaptive reuse of commercial office buildings into residential units has become an increasingly popular topic when looking at how to mitigate the ongoing housing shortage. However, with fewer than one in six office buildings being suitable for residential conversions, adaptive reuse isn't always a viable solution. According to Multi-Housing News, a number of challenges stand in the way of adaptive reuse projects, such as proper zoning, financing, and more.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Cityview and Clarion Partners’ 276-unit multifamily community receives a modern refresh for residents in the lively film studio neighborhood BURBANK, Calif., – Nadia Geller Designs (NGD), an award-winning interior design firm offering services across the real estate community, has completed the interior design installation at Atrio, a multifamily community in Burbank formerly known as Empire Landing.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
High Speed 2 (HS2) Ltd cannot guarantee there will be level boarding for conventional rail and Elizabeth line services at its £1.67bn Old Oak Common station in west London, which accessibility campaigners have deemed “scandalous”. The post HS2 unable to confirm level boarding accessibility at £1.6bn Old Oak Common station appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
“Welcoming Betsy and Justin demonstrates our team’s commitment to the advancement and growth of our practice, enhancing our ability to provide the best support and resources to our clients. As our team in the Charleston office evolves, their addition underscores our foundational goal to pioneer engineering solutions that facilitate the merging of creativity and technical excellence,” says Beth Crutchfield, PE, LEED AP, Principal and Division Manager at RMF’s Charleston office.
Construction Placements
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
BIS Recruitment 2024 for Consultants | 97 Posts | 27-09-2024 BIS Recruitment 2024 for Consultants with 97 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 27-09-2024 The post BIS Recruitment 2024 for Consultants | 97 Posts | 27-09-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Planning permissions has been granted for a £43.5m purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme on Kirkstall Road in Leeds.
Civil Engineer Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The future maintenance of a facility cannot be overemphasized in highway project design. Projects which are difficult or costly to maintain, or those which require frequent maintenance activities, must be considered poorly designed. Different highway projects and different areas can be expected to have different maintenance considerations. Reduced or low maintenance designs with limited worker […] The post Maintenance Considerations in Highway Design first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
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The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Bam has formally broken ground to start construction of a £41m teaching block on the University of South Wales’s Treforest Campus in Pontypridd.
Rabbet
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
TL;DR: Retainage is the withholding of funds until a construction project is completed. It serves as a financial incentive for contractors to finish the project satisfactorily. Retainage is a controversial topic in construction loans but remains an effective insurance policy for project completion. It can cause cash flow problems and disputes, but these can be prevented with clear contractual terms and effective processes.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Balfour Beatty has signed a £363m contract with National Grid to deliver the Bramford to Twinstead reinforcement project.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron has revealed that it is putting together revised plans for the redevelopment of Liverpool Street station will be “substantially different” to the controversial scheme previously submitted. The post Architect to submit ‘substantially different’ design for £1.5bn Liverpool Street redevelopment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
John Graham Construction has started work in Edinburgh converting an old department store into a hotel.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The British Geological Survey (BGS) has launched hazard mapping tools showing the risk of earthquakes in the UK’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) to support offshore energy developments. The post Offshore earthquake risk map to support energy developments in UK waters launched appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Take a tour of the "XXL CTL," which features a 4,719-pound rated operating capacity, 13,920 pounds of tilt breakout force and a 146-inch lift height.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Construction of the new £18.3M Balgray station in Barrhead, East Renfrewshire, Scotland has been given the green light. The post £18.3M Balgray station in East Renfrewshire given go ahead appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Milestone Infrastructure has won a contract to maintain and deliver street lighting across Gloucestershire.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Kier has been appointed by Heathrow to deliver an eight-year scheme to mitigate noise impacts on neighbourhoods surrounding the airport. The post Heathrow appoints Kier for works to reduce noise impacts on surrounding neighbourhoods appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Kier Construction managing director Stuart Togwell has been promoted to the group board.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Image: transport.nsw.gov.au/ stock.adobe.com One section of the new 23-kilometre alignment at Western Sydney Airport has been completed, taking the metro railway over the Warragamba pipelines. The 3.5-kilometre viaduct structure between Orchard Hills and Luddenham will be a critical part of the alignment. Implemented to take metro services over key locations including the Warragamba pipelines, Blaxland Creek, and Luddenham Road.
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The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Kier Group has posted financial results showing solid growth and an improved financial position.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. Works on an intersection upgrade on the Mitchell Highway in New South Wales have now wrapped up, with traffic flowing for the thousands of motorists who use the connection daily. Works on the intersection, situated close to 20 kilometres east of Orange Crews have widened the highway near the intersection with Pretty Plains Road to provide a dedicated left turning lane for traffic turning into Pretty Plains Road.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
North Somerset Council has found a new contractor to build its £90m Banwell bypass scheme.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
West Yorkshire Combined Authority (Wyca) has announced that it is working with engineers from Jacobs on plans to safely reopen Bradford Interchange bus station by January 2025. The post Plans being drawn up to safely reopen Bradford Interchange bus station by January appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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