The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

See just how easy it is to install weather-resistive barrier (WRB) and continuous insulation (CI) in one step with New Henry Blueskin® VPTech™.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The executive order directs federal agencies to prioritize project labor agreements, voluntary union recognition and high-wage standards for manufacturing grants.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

ST. LOUIS – Originally built in 1937, the Vashon Community Center on the Harris-Stowe State University (HSSU) campus was a vital recreational hub for African Americans in St. Louis during the segregation era. Thanks to a $3 million renovation led by KAI Enterprises, this historic building has been transformed into the Don and Heide Wolff Jazz Institute and National Black Radio Hall of Fame, celebrating Black culture and diversity.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Projects in the pipeline now trail last year’s pace by one month as a slowing economy begins to weigh on builders’ books.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Creating New Business, Law and Computer Information Systems Building The $29.3M renovation unites two formerly separate structures, creating 34,055 square feet of learning space RIVERSIDE, Calif. C.W. Driver Companies , a leading builder serving California since 1919, today announced the completion of a $29.3M renovation at Riverside City College with the transformation of the former Physical & Life Science Buildings, built in the 1960s, into the new Business, Law, and Computer Information

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A study of lessons to be learned from the cancellation of the northern legs of HS2 says that politicians are to blame for the spiralling costs, not engineers or the construction industry.

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Engineering 140

New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has sent out a warning to decision makers to ensure that lessons are learned from the struggles of High Speed 2 (HS2) as the country embarks on other major infrastructure projects. The post ICE warns that Britain can’t afford more infrastructure failure after HS2 cancellation appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

National survey highlights willingness to identify sustainable and equitable funding for road maintenance and improvements KANSAS CITY, Mo. – As advancements in the fuel efficiency of vehicles lead to a diminishing return on investment of federal and state fuel taxes, 81% of Americans are willing to explore new ways of funding how the nation’s roadways are maintained and improved, according to a new HNTB Corporation America THINKS national public opinion survey.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A 60% increase in the number of jobs in nuclear in the UK in just 10 years has driven the sector to a record-breaking 86,908 jobs, according to the Nuclear Industry Association (NIA). The post New nuclear projects drive record-breaking 87,000 jobs in sector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 124

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Construction Management

Civil Engineer Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The term ferro-cement implies the combination of ferrous product with cement. Generally this combination is in the form of steel wires meshes embedded in a portland cement mortar. Wire mesh is usually of 0.8 to 1.00 m diameter steel wires at 5 mm to 50 mm spacing and the cement mortar is of cement sand […] The post Ferro Cement first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A campaign to restore an abandoned railway line that was promised £150M government investment by the cancelled Restoring Your Railway fund has stated it only needs 1% of this, £1.5M, to complete the business case and pave the way for work to begin. The post Campaign to reopen abandoned Tavistock Line seeking £1.5M to complete business case appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The first details of a 180,000 square metre data centre for Hertfordshire have been revealed as the government announced that new IT developments will be classed as ‘critical national infrastructure’ (CNI). The new designation, to be announced by technology secretary Peter Kyle today (12 September),… The post Plans for £3.75bn data centre and new ‘critical’ designation revealed appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Manchester United has partnered with Trafford Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to drive growth and regeneration in the Trafford Wharfside area as part of its £2bn new stadium development. The post Manchester Utd new stadium development plans advance with local authority partnerships appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Image: bigbuild.vic.gov.au/ Two new lanes on the Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Road Upgrade in Pakenham South are now open in both directions, from Southeast Boulevard between Princes Freeway to Manks Road. Since beginning in 2021, the project has delivered safety improvements to Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Road, including 10 kilometres of walking and cycling path and three new roundabouts at Hall Road, south of Deep Creek and Ballarto Road.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Network Rail is making progress on a merger with a government placemaking firm that would enhance opportunities to develop properties on its estate. The post Network Rail making progress on merger to bolster land development opportunities appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Giant Magellan Telescope will be one of the world's most advanced ground-based telescopes once completed, but for now the challenge is to turn the finalized design for its rotating enclosure into a buildable reality.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

High Speed 2 (HS2) contractor Balfour Beatty Vinci (BBV) has completed the final pushes to move two parallel railway viaducts into place over the M42/M6 link roads in North Warwickshire, making them the first viaduct structures to be completed at Delta Junction. The post Twin viaducts moved into place over M42 and M6 link roads for HS2’s Delta Junction appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. Works around the clock have finished at Diggers Rest, northwest of Melbourne, to deliver the new road bridge that forms part of the Old Calder Highway Level Crossing Removal Project. The Old Calder Highway and Watsons Road level crossing are being removed, with new road bridges to carry vehicles over the rail line, permanently separating them from trains.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Keltbray Infrastructure Services has been appointed as main contractor on the £25M Elland station scheme by Calderdale Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (Wyca). The post Keltbray appointed to take forward £25M Elland station project in West Yorkshire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

With the Grenfell Inquiry report now published, Irwin Mitchell lawyers Alex Delin and Philip Somarakis offer a legal perspective on what happens next.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Image courtesy of the Queensland Government. Queensland schools will soon benefit from 46 new projects, aided by $14.1 million in funding under the School Transport Infrastructure Program (STIP). Projects under the STIP aim to deliver long term safety and operational improvements for schools, as well as the surrounding road networks across the state.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Reserves of native raw construction materials are starting to run low, quarrying firms are warning.

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Construction Placements

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

10 Networking Strategies to Help You Get Hired in the Construction Industry Networking is key to landing a job in the construction industry. This post outlines 10 effective strategies, including LinkedIn use, industry events, and associations, to help you build connections and unlock job opportunities. The post 10 Networking Strategies to Help You Get Hired in the Construction Industry appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A planning application has been submitted for the construction of a near £4bn data centre situated in Hertfordshire.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

TEC Container Solutions have ensured that their units can be easily transported by road and rail. Images: TEC Container Solutions. The widespread adoption of sea containers in diverse industries has led to a paradigm shift in container solutions. One company has harnessed this trend, demonstrating the benefits of using these containers for the efficient transportation and storage of bitumen.

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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 Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Plans for a new railway station in East Renfrewshire have been approved.

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Construction Placements

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

9 Iconic Construction Projects You Can Visit Around the World Explore nine iconic construction projects that showcase human ingenuity and engineering marvels, from ancient wonders like the Great Wall of China to modern achievements like Burj Khalifa. This post delves into their construction processes, historical significance, and why they continue to inspire architects, engineers, and tourists worldwide.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

ASGC Construction has sold its 15% stake in Costain.

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