Construction Dive

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Baltimore-based general contractor received the go-ahead from the local community development department to start construction on the facility.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 30, 2024

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Memphis District proudly announces the Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) STEM Conference has selected Operations Division Chief, Andrea L. Williams, to receive a 2024 Career Achievement Award in recognition of her significant achievements as an engineer for a U.S. Government organization.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Eppley Airfield’s terminal in Omaha will almost double in square footage, and will feature more gates, streamlined security and a unified concourse.

Construction Management 317

Construction Management 317

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 30, 2024

The topics of workplace health and safety are constantly at the forefront of conversation in the AEC industry, and for good reason. Historically, engineering and construction have been hazardous professions, and, while there have been significant improvements to safety standards in recent years, the risk of workplace accidents is still high when compared to other industries.

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Construction Equipment

Construction Dive

JANUARY 30, 2024

Contracts are evolving in an era of persisting supply chain problems, inflation and cyber risks, construction attorneys say.

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Contracts 306

Construction Dive

JANUARY 30, 2024

Just 3.7% of prime contracts went to minority-owned businesses, while women won less than 10% of professional services dollars meted out by the state.

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Contracts 220

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 30, 2024

US Counties Most Vulnerable to Extreme Winter Weather in 2024 ibush Tue, 01/30/2024 - 10:09 When it comes to extreme winter weather events, Midwestern counties bear the brunt and suffer the greatest associated financial losses In a comparison of more than 440 U.S. counties with relatively high and very high risk of extreme winter weather, according to FEMA, home services website HVAC Gnome looked at the average historical winter temperature and expected annual financial loss from severe winter

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Estimating 130

Construction Dive

JANUARY 30, 2024

Developers are bringing projects to Galveston and Denison, Texas, amid the brand’s continued growth in the state.

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Wholsen Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

Wohlsen Construction Company is pleased to announce the promotion of Greg Meyer, HCC, LEED AP to Regional Vice President for Maryland and DMV operations. Greg will oversee all aspects of. The post Wohlsen Construction Company Appoints New Regional Vice President appeared first on Wohlsen Construction.

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Construction Placements

JANUARY 30, 2024

MSME TRTC walk-in 2024 for Apprentices | 26 Posts | 10-02-2024 MSME TRTC walk-in 2024 for Apprentices with 26 Posts vacancies, interview dates is 10-02-2024 at Guwahati. The post MSME TRTC walk-in 2024 for Apprentices | 26 Posts | 10-02-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Engineering 112

Construction News

JANUARY 30, 2024

Homes England didn’t know what it was doing when it invested in collapsed housebuilders Ilke and House by Urban Splash, Conservative peer Lord Daniel Moylan has suggested in an interview with Construction News. Moylan was speaking after the House of Lords Built Environment Committee, which… The post Interview: Lord Moylan on Homes England’s MMC losses appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 30, 2024

Mini Mart City Park, an abandoned gas station transformed into a community center. The center has gallery/community space at the front and storage at the back with a courtyard too. Photos © Kevin Scott/courtesy GO’C. Seattle-based design firm, GO’C , and the artist collaborative, SuttonBeresCuller, have transformed a 1930s-era, 41.8-m 2 (450-sf) filling station in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood into a community center.

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Construction News

JANUARY 30, 2024

The construction industry saw more companies go bust than any other sector last year, with a record 4,371 building firms collapsing in England and Wales. New data published by the Insolvency Service shows that construction accounted for almost one in five business failures where a… The post Construction tops insolvency table with 4,371 collapses last year appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

JANUARY 30, 2024

NALCO Hiring for Jr.Foreman and Others | 42 Posts | 18-02-2024 NALCO Hiring for Jr.Foreman and Others with 42 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 18-02-2024 The post NALCO Hiring for Jr.Foreman and Others | 42 Posts | 18-02-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Engineering 106

New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 30, 2024

Network Rail has begun emergency works to stabilise a cutting after land movement was detected between Eastleigh and Fareham in Hampshire. The post Network Rail begins emergency works to stabilise land movement in Hampshire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 103

Equipment World

JANUARY 30, 2024

Kubota's RTV-X1130 has a 6-foot-long bed whose side rails and tailgate can be dropped down. The side rails can also be removed to make a flat bed.

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Construction Equipment 111

Construction Placements

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to General Contractor Software Discover how general contractor software can streamline project management, improve communication, and boost efficiency. The post The Ultimate Guide to General Contractor Software appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Project Management Communication Construction Management 98

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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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Strong Tie

JANUARY 30, 2024

Explore offsite and modular construction methods with Adrian Mitchell, Offsite Construction Business Specialist at Simpson Strong-Tie. Delve into the advocacy for embracing these methods to address housing shortages and lev erage automation in construction for a more sustainable and efficient future. I was looking out over the skyline of downtown Vancouver and couldn’t help but notice these buildings looked the same for the most part.

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Civil Engineer Blog

JANUARY 30, 2024

Setting up solar water heaters or solar geysers devices at the average home will save you on your electricity bills and meet approximately 70% with your warm water requirements. Solar water heating is considered with the group of photovoltaic thermal technologies to be one of the most effective ways of retaining heat. A PV water […] The post SOLAR WATER HEATERS AND SOLAR GEYSERS first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Engineering 98

Construction Placements

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Essential Guide to Construction Trades Discover the diverse world of construction trades with our essential guide. The post The Essential Guide to Construction Trades appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Facility Management Construction Management Engineering 98

New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 30, 2024

Britain’s rail system is being hampered by a lack of funding and political support, as well as short-term investment decision-making, according to the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (Ceca). The post Ceca: ‘lack of consistent political support’ blocking rail infrastructure delivery appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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CCE Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2024

As the UK’s leading civils partner in the construction industry, Keyline Civils Specialist (Keyline) has built a strong reputation for delivering products and project solutions since 1988. Its nationwide network of over 40 branches and dedicated colleagues is ready to support clients’ national, regional and local campaigns by offering value and outcome focused solutions.

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Sustainability Engineering 96

New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 30, 2024

A £3M scour remedial and preventative work programme is needed to save a road bridge in Aberdeenshire which was originally built in 1780. The post £3M scour preventative works needed immediately to save 18th century road bridge in Aberdeenshire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering 92

Engineering 92

ENR Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

Under the radar, behind the project gate, inside the executive suite. That's where ENR's editors and bloggers deliver their insights, opinions, cool-headed analysis and hot-headed rantings.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 30, 2024

Ground investigations along with the construction of access roads and a new cable sealing end compound are underway for a new converter station for Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2), as reported by GE. The post Enabling work gets underway for key converter station in Great Grid Upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 92

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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

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The Constructor

JANUARY 30, 2024

Soil improvement in its broadest sense is the alteration of any property of a soil to improve its engineering performance. This may be either a temporary process to permit the construction of a facility or may be a permanent measure to improve the performance of the completed facility. The result of an application of a technique may be increased strength, reduced compressibility, reduced permeability, or improved ground water condition.

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Permits Engineering Geotechnical Engineering 74

New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 30, 2024

Hampshire County Council has announced the contractors it has signed to the fifth generation of its Civil Engineering, Highways and Transportation Collaborative Framework 2024-2028, worth £500M. The post Contractors announced for £500M Hampshire civils, highways and transportation framework appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Collaboration Engineering 87

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 30, 2024

The preference for locally researched construction cost data over RSMeans national average cost data depends on the specific context and project requirements. Both options have their advantages and limitations. Advantages of Locally Researched Construction Cost Data: Accuracy for Specific Region: Locally researched data is likely to be more accurate for a specific region or locality, as it takes into account the unique factors that influence construction costs in that area.

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