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Out with the old: Modernizing subcontractor diversity with AI so everyone wins

Construction Dive

Achieving diversity goals in construction has long been an uphill battle, but innovative AI solutions are transforming outdated sourcing methods - allowing contractors to easily connect with qualified diverse firms while saving time and money.

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What Are the Methods of Fixing Potholes?

Prodyogi

Potholes are holes or little pits formed in roadways mainly caused due to the effects of extreme traffic load and water penetration. The process of restoring the pavement by filling the potholes is called patching. Potholes can be formed in both asphalt and concrete pavement.

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Seattle area investing $10B in wastewater infrastructure

Construction Dive

King County, Washington, is planning a slew of resilience and clean water upgrades over the next decade, bolstered by new EPA loan financing.

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Brand Loyalty and Why Builders Should Think Like a Hospitality Brand

The Pro Builder

Brand Loyalty and Why Builders Should Think Like a Hospitality Brand ibush Mon, 04/15/2024 - 11:02 Whether its offering that personal touch or incorporating experiences into amenity use, home builders have something to learn from the hospitality industry In the hospitality industry, hotels have long focused on brand development and loyalty programs to growing brand loyalty and have seen success from their efforts.

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

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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LA Metro completes 5-year Purple Line tunneling project

Construction Dive

The agency, along with two separate joint ventures, completed work near the La Brea Tar Pits and around abandoned oil wells.

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High-speed rail project in Texas gets high-level US, Japan support

Construction Dive

The Texas Central project would connect Dallas and Houston using Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train technology. Amtrak announced its involvement in August.

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What are Infiltration Wells?

Prodyogi

Infiltration wells are shallow discontinuous wells that are constructed along the banks of the river in water-bearing strata, and water is tapped for water supply. Hence, the main purpose of an infiltration well is to infiltrate water in-ground and conserve the unconfined aquifer.

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Flatiron lands 4 airport projects worth $270M

Construction Dive

The awards fall in line with the company’s strategy of pursuing jobs with “balanced risk profiles.

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What Does It Cost to Build a Single-Family Home?

The Pro Builder

What Does It Cost to Build a Single-Family Home? ibush Mon, 04/15/2024 - 08:07 A closer look at the itemized costs in each stage of construction for a single-family home To gain a better understanding of the costs involved in building a single-family home, news and research company ResiClub used data from the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) to create a pie chart.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

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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Codling Wind Park Appoints COWI for Foundation Design of Phase One Irish Offshore Wind Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

Dublin – Codling Wind Park is pleased to announce the appointment of the international engineering firm COWI for the Front End Engineering Design (FEED) and Detailed Design of foundations. This significant milestone marks a crucial step forward in the development of Ireland’s largest phase one offshore energy project. Codling has a projected capacity of approximately 1300MW and is situated south-east of Dublin in the Irish Sea.

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Burying of cable for 190km Ireland to Wales subsea interconnector begins

New Civil Engineer

The laying and burying of cable needed for the 190km Greenlink Interconnector that will connect Ireland and Wales’ power grids has begun. The post Burying of cable for 190km Ireland to Wales subsea interconnector begins appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Top Countries for Civil Engineers in 2024

Construction Placements

Top Countries for Civil Engineers in 2024 Discover the most promising countries for civil engineers in 2024, where innovation meets opportunity. This guide covers top destinations with the best career prospects, emerging trends, and practical tips for engineers aiming to work abroad. The post Top Countries for Civil Engineers in 2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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If you care about profit, take wellbeing seriously

Construction News

Richard Stockley is the managing director of health and safety consultancy RCC International The Factories Act of 1833 kickstarted a culture of health and safety in the UK, and this year marks the 50th anniversary of the Health and Safety at Work Act. But construction… The post If you care about profit, take wellbeing seriously appeared first on Construction News.

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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

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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Maine college integrates new arts facility in center of town

Construction Specifier

Colby College’s Paul J. Schupf Art Center functions as a multi-purpose venue for film, performing and visual arts, and arts education. Photo by Trent Bell A new facility named The Paul J. Schupf Art Center was unveiled by Susan T. Rodriguez Architecture and Design (STR) at Colby College in Maine. Home to local arts collective Waterville Creates, the 2,601 m 2 (28,000 sf) center functions as a multi-purpose venue for performing and visual arts, and film.

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18 workers die in trench collapses since record deadly 2022

Equipment World

After 2022, the construction industry’s deadliest year since 2005 for trench collapses, at least 18 more workers have died in trenches.

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Assessing Your Financial Readiness for Higher Education: Take Our Higher Education Affordability Test!

Construction Placements

Assessing Your Financial Readiness for Higher Education: Take Our Higher Education Affordability Test! Last Updated on April 15, 2024 by Admin Deciding to pursue higher education is a significant commitment that involves careful consideration, especially regarding financial planning. Whether you’re looking to embark on a degree, a professional course, or further academic research, understanding your financial readiness is crucial to making informed decisions.

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Water scarcity threatens £300m Laing hospital

Construction News

The Environment Agency (EA) has objected to the building of a £300m cancer hospital in Cambridge, to be constructed by Laing O’Rourke, over fears that the development could be a drain on the local area’s supply of drinking water. The Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital (CCRH),… The post Water scarcity threatens £300m Laing hospital appeared first on Construction News.

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The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs

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 director for McBains

The Construction Index

Construction consultant McBains has appointed Grant Harden to the position of director within its building services engineering division.

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HS2 phase 2 property purchases cost £1.4m – after route scrapped

Construction News

The government has paid more than £1m to buy properties on HS2’s northern leg since scrapping the route, it has emerged. The Observer newspaper revealed on Sunday that three property purchases have been made since prime minister Rishi Sunak announced last October that phase 2a… The post HS2 phase 2 property purchases cost £1.4m – after route scrapped appeared first on Construction News.

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Everton Stadium | Ground works underway ahead of layered pitch installation

New Civil Engineer

Ground works have commenced at Everton FC’s new stadium in preparation for the construction of the playing surface. The post Everton Stadium | Ground works underway ahead of layered pitch installation appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Consultation begins on £450m plans for 60 Gracechurch Street

The Construction Index

Obayashi and Sellar have begun public consultation on plans to redevelop 60 Gracechurch Street in the City of London.

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Discover the Power of Next Gen Construction ERP

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.

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Deloitte and Autodesk to jointly unveil 2024 State of Digital Adoption in Construction

Roads Online

Image:stock.adobe.com/federico A pipeline of major projects totalling $15.4 billion nationally is expected to break ground in calendar year 2024, according to Oxford Economics Australia, up by 13 per cent from 202 3. Meanwhile, the residential construction sectors will benefit from Australia’s expected population growth as this will create demand for new housing, infrastructure, and commercial space, as latest AIQS research shows. 2 Join the free webinar on April 18, 1 pm AEST where Deloitte and

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National Highways announces next full closure of M25 at junctions 9-10 for upgrades

New Civil Engineer

The M25 will be shut between junctions 9 (A243 Leatherhead) and 10 (A3 Wisley) from 9am on Friday 10 May to 6am on Monday 13 May 2024 to allow engineers to install a new bridge and a gantry. The post National Highways announces next full closure of M25 at junctions 9-10 for upgrades appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Why Is There a Labor Shortage in Construction?

Contruct Connect

The most recent AGC workforce survey shows that “88% of construction firms are having a hard time finding workers to hire.” But where are the solutions to this uncertainty?

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Costain rationalises labour supply chain

The Construction Index

Costain has picked just four labour supply firms to meet its needs for blue-collar workers.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

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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Network Rail completes ‘giant underpinning operation’ to restore Kent embankment

New Civil Engineer

Emergency pairs have been completed by Network Rail near Edenbridge in Kent and in the Conwy Valley in Wales, both of which were the consequence of wet weather. The post Network Rail completes ‘giant underpinning operation’ to restore Kent embankment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Preferred contractor named for next stage of Inland Rail

Roads Online

Image courtesy of Inland Rail. Inland Rail has selected John Holland to complete early commencement works and delivery activities for eight project sites in Victoria. The contract includes design and preparatory works at Benalla, Euroa, Wandong, Hume Freeway – Tallarook and Seymour, and three sites in Broadford on the existing North East Rail Line to allow for the safe passage of double-stack freight trains.

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Barhale joint venture wins £15M contract for major upgrade of Huddersfield water treatment works

New Civil Engineer

Yorkshire Water has awarded a Barhale Enpure joint venture (BarhaleEnpure JV) a £15M contract to carry out major upgrade works at a key water treatment works on the edge of Huddersfield. The post Barhale joint venture wins £15M contract for major upgrade of Huddersfield water treatment works appeared first on New Civil Engineer.