The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In a housing market where home prices remain near record highs, lower mortgage rates could provide some relief to prospective homebuyers. According to ABC News, the average rate on a 30-year mortgage has recently decreased to 6.35%, the lowest level in over a year. A year ago, the rate was at 7.18%. Similarly, the average rate for a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage, often favored by those looking to refinance, has fallen to 5.51%, compared with 6.55% a year ago.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The agency’s proposed rule would require employers to develop heat injury and illness prevention plans, among other actions.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

As housing becomes more expensive, the amount homebuyers need to earn to afford to purchase a home also grows. According to housing market platform Redfin, homebuyers need to earn approximately $80,000 per year to afford the median-priced starter home, up 4.4% from last summer and only about $500 below the all-time high. That makes starter homes just barely affordable to families earning the median U.S. income, and unaffordable to families earning less than the median income.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Discover how AI-powered design review tools are revolutionizing the costly and time-consuming RFI process in construction, delivering unprecedented efficiency, clarity and collaboration for project teams.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Rhode Island installs traffic and structural health monitoring system to proactively maintain vital bridge The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is partnering with Kistler, the global leader in dynamic measurement technology, to provide state-of-the-art technology solutions to monitor and protect the structural health of the Washington Bridge, a vital bridge in the city of Providence.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The New York State Thruway Authority’s lawsuit says some stay cable anchors have to be retrofitted only six years after the $4 billion span opened.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

SEATTLE, WA – STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, joins Sound Transit in celebrating the opening of the Lynnwood Link Extension , an 8.5-mile light rail route extending from Northgate into Snohomish County. Opening to the public on Friday, August 30, 2024, this project includes four new stations, allowing riders to travel between south Snohomish County and downtown Seattle, Sea-Tac Airport and more.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Fluctuations in recent months stem from a worsening shortage of qualified workers, according to AGC’s chief economist.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

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Risk Management

Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Clark, Kiewit and Tutor Perini.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

As the construction industry grows and changes, so does the type of labor that is needed. According to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog, the makeup of the construction labor force over the last two decades has shifted to encompass more computer, engineering and science roles. From 2005 to 2022, the share of tradesmen declined from 71% to about 61%.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In a rapidly changing industrial landscape, ensuring workplace safety is more crucial than ever. The Safety Leadership Conference 2024, which lasted from August 26-28 , was a transformative event for safety professionals across various sectors including manufacturing, construction, distribution, transportation, and utilities. This Safety Leadership conference is designed to equip safety leaders with the necessary tools and insights to foster safer work environments – and every year they succeed

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Ivory Innovations Announces Opening of Nominations for the 2025 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability ibush Tue, 09/03/2024 - 08:05

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Transport secretary Louise Haigh has today, 3 September, launched “Shadow” Great British Railways (Shadow GBR) as the first step in the long-awaited major overhaul of the UK’s rail network. The post ‘Shadow’ Great British Railways launched as railways public ownership Bill progresses appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Register Now for the Builders’ Show and Get Special Pricing ibush Tue, 09/03/2024 - 06:14

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Image courtesy of the Queensland Government. The Federal and Queensland governments have developed a strategy to improve safety on the Kennedy Highway through a stretch known locally as Kuranda Range Road, with both governments also committing $262.5 million to the strategy. The strategy aims to reduce the amount and length of unplanned closures on the road.

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Government Works Change Management Infrastructure Development Risk Management 104

The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Foundations specialist Roger Bullivant is midway through a complex pile jacking operation to retore a North Yorkshire rail viaduct.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The government has proposed subsidising the development of Sizewell C by up to £5.5bn. A new funding scheme will partly cover the costs of developing the £20bn nuclear megaproject until the government makes its final investment decision, which will allow construction to start. A Department… The post Government offers up to £5.5bn for Sizewell C development subsidy appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

IIT, Dharwad Recruitment 2024 for Jr Asst, Asst Registrar & Other | 29-09-2024 IIT, Dharwad Recruitment 2024 for Jr Asst, Asst Registrar & Other with 13 post vacancies, last date to apply is 29-09-2024 The post IIT, Dharwad Recruitment 2024 for Jr Asst, Asst Registrar & Other | 29-09-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Engineering 105

New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The UK government has struck funding deals for 131 renewable energy projects including Europe’s largest windfarm and six tidal stream projects in the latest Contracts for Difference (CfD) auction. The post Europe’s largest windfarm and 6 tidal schemes among 131 projects progressed in renewable auction appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

An MP has written to the new policing minister about the “insulting” delay in concluding the investigation into the Didcot Power Station collapse. Labour’s representative for Rotherham, Sarah Champion, asked Diana Johnson to clarify when the probe would be concluded, and to comment on the… The post Didcot collapse: MP asks minister to explain ‘insulting delay’ to probe appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Heavy lifting company Mammoet has announced the release of the world’s strongest land-based crane, which carries a loading capacity of 6,000t and can be run on full electric power. The post World’s strongest land-based crane with 6,000t capacity launched appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Image: tmr.qld.gov.au The Coomera Connector bridge between Brisbane and the Gold Coast has hit major construction milestones across all three packages of the project, with stage one expected to open to traffic in sections from late 2025. Jointly funded by the Federal and Queensland governments, the $3.026 billion, one kilometre bridge that spans the Coomera River, Hope Island Road and Saltwater Creek is taking shape, with 350 bridge girders installed and 13 bridge deck concrete pours completed s

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Concrete Pouring Government Works Infrastructure Development 98

Construction Placements

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

How Much Will My House Cost to Build? A Global Overview Building a house involves many variables—location, size, materials, and labor all contribute to the cost. This guide covers everything you need to know about estimating house construction costs, offering a global perspective and tips for staying within your budget. The post How Much Will My House Cost to Build?

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. Construction has commenced on one of the world’s largest renewable energy storage batteries, the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub. The Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub is a 600-megawatt big battery that will store enough energy to power up to 200,000 homes during peak periods. The first of 444 Tesla Megapack battery components being installed and the SEC’s first project on track to be operational in 2025.

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Construction Management

New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Engineers working on Everton FC’s new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock in Liverpool are progressing with the layered pitch installation. The post Everton Stadium | Playing surface construction progresses with gravel layer and undersoil pipes appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Piping Installation Engineering 105

PC Construction

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

A team of 10 PC women from the Vermont region recently participated in Habitat for Humanity’s annual Women Build Week. This annual campaign focuses on bringing women together to build stronger communities. Women and children are the most likely to be affected by poor living conditions, and events like Women Build provide the opportunity for women to serve their communities while expanding their construction skills.

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For Construction Pros

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The supply chain landscape of 2024 demands agility, resilience, and foresight from businesses. By embracing these strategies, businesses can not only weather disruptions but also thrive in an increasingly volatile global economy.

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Landscaping 96

The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

A structure in Northamptonshire has officially become the first viaduct on the HS2 project to be completed.

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