Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
General contractors such as Mortenson, Messer and PCL say project collaboration is happening much earlier and with greater transparency than before the pandemic.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
BROOKFIELD, Wis. — raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, has announced the promotion of David Mortensen to director of site design services. Mortensen previously held the position of assistant director of site design services at raSmith. In his new role as director, Mortensen will lead the division’s site planners, civil engineers and landscape architects who work on projects across the United States in retail/commercial, mixed use, industrial, senior
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Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The Chicago-based general contractor will self-perform the concrete foundations, flatwork, tilt-up wall panels and concrete paving on the lithium-ion battery separator materials hub.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
These US Metros Are Seeing the Biggest Home Price Reductions ldeakins Wed, 09/06/2023 - 11:39 Homes for sale in the South and Midwest are seeing substantial price cuts, particularly in these metro areas In July, just 29 out of the largest 150 U.S. metropolitan areas witnessed a year-over-year rise in homes with price reductions. Nationally, just 15.5% of homes listed on Realtor.com had price cuts, a decline from 19.1% the previous year.
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Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Tech has turned a corner during the planning stage of projects, but more work remains to meet schedule and budget constraints.
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Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
A worker allegedly texted explicit photos and made sexual advances to a woman working as a truck driver on a North Carolina highway project.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
San Francisco Home Sellers Take a Hit as Home Prices Plunge ldeakins Wed, 09/06/2023 - 11:49 Roughly 1 in 8 San Francisco home sellers is losing money on real estate transactions, a higher share than in any other U.S. metro area Recent Redfin analysis revealed that San Francisco home sellers are four times more likely to sell at a loss compared with the national average.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Off-campus residential projects are flourishing near tech schools, particularly in the Southeast, according to an expert.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
September 2023 – “ For us, facing challenges means creating opportunities ”. Perhaps the words Silvia Dalla Valle, Stone Italiana’s Marketing Director, chose for her introduction to the third edition of the Sustainability Report are the best summary of how last year went for Stone Italiana on an economic, social and environmental level. It was a complex year to face, one marked by the continuing geopolitical crisis and an ever more demanding market.
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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.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
With enforcement on the horizon, many of the SEC's rules for material disclosures are subject to interpretation.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Marcia Yockey recently joined HDR’s transportation team as a digital delivery advisor. In her new role, Yockey will work closely with HDR’s Transportation Building Information Modeling Program Manager Alexa Mitchell and the digital delivery advisory team to guide local, state and national transportation agencies across the United States as they transition their organizations to reap the benefits of the latest digital design technology.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Demand the best. Look for the brand on genuine FrameSaver. kcichowicz Wed, 09/06/2023 - 12:21 FrameSaver is the rot-proof wood door frame solution backed by a fully transferable lifetime limited warranty. Quality, durability, and performance – you can’t go wrong with the original FrameSaver ®.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published AISI D102-23, “Illustrative Examples for Provisions in AISI S100-16 (2020) w/S3-22.” The document provides a set of 22 design examples that illustrate updated provisions included in AISI S100-16(2020) w/S3-22, North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members, 2016 Edition (Reaffirmed 2020) with Supplement 3, 2022 Edition.
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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.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The Mayor of London has voiced support for a southern rail link between Heathrow Airport, south London and Surrey, a scheme that was originally announced in 2016. The post London Mayor voices support for rail link from Heathrow Airport to south London and Surrey appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
This is part one of a four-part series that explores why construction has the highest rate of suicide of any industry and what can be done about it.
Construction Placements
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Creating a Five-Year Plan for Your Construction Career Discover the importance of career planning in the construction industry. This comprehensive guide helps professionals—from laborers to project managers—construct a five-year plan for a fulfilling and successful career. The post Creating a Five-Year Plan for Your Construction Career appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Network Rail has started work its £33M land reinforcement project on the East Coast Main line in County Durham. The post Work begins on £33M landslip reinforcement project on East Coast Main line 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
Construction Placements
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
ONGC Apprentices Recruitment 2023 for Trade Apprentices | 2500 Posts | 20-09-2023 ONGC Apprentices Recruitment 2023 for Trade Apprentices with 2500 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 20-09-2023 The post ONGC Apprentices Recruitment 2023 for Trade Apprentices | 2500 Posts | 20-09-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Industry insiders have warned that fixing the country's collapse-risk-concrete crisis will take billions of pounds and several years – and called for use of existing frameworks to get the ball rolling. The post RAAC | What now for buildings affected by the structurally unsound material? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The government has announced measures to lift the effective ban on onshore windfarms following a concerted backbench campaign. Pressure from rebel Tory MPs has been led by COP26 president Sir Alok Sharma to scrap a rule that allowed English local authorities to reject an application… The post Government ends ‘de facto ban’ on onshore wind appeared first on Construction News.
Civil Engineer Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Hydraulic systems that are used for commercial purposes have pipes or tubes that distribute energy to different components. The hydraulic industry has specific specification standards for the hose material. If you’re going to buy a hose for future projects, you must consider each option that’s available. Traditional Hydraulic Hose A regular hose has several layers […] The post Hydraulic Hose Options for Commercial Businesses first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
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Field Wire
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
To bolster its offerings as the digital transformation partner of choice for its customers, Hilti acquired Fieldwire , a U.S.-based jobsite management software company , in 2021. This strategic acquisition is part of the company’s vision of becoming a global leader in jobsite productivity. Fieldwire is on a mission to become the world’s most trusted field management solution for construction teams on projects of any scale.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
CROSS Safety has sent a warning that buildings affected with reinforced aerated autoclaved concrete (RAAC) must be inspected by a qualified person to avoid leaving people at risk of harm. The post Safety warning issued regarding RAAC inspections by unqualified personnel appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Perth has joined Western Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) network, as part of the State Government’s $43.5 million investment to support EV infrastructure across the region. Perth has joined Western Australia’s electric vehicle network, as part of the State Government’s $43.5 million investment to support electric vehicle infrastructure across the region.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Devon County Council (DCC) has appointed technology company Previsico to trial connected water and silt level sensors along a subset of Devon’s highway gullies. The post Devon-based initiative to pilot ‘smart gullies’ technology to prevent highway flooding appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Reveal’s work on New Zealand’s Riverlink project has validated the importance of an increased understanding of underground utilities for infrastructure projects. Sam Clive, Reveal’s Head of Delivery, takes Roads & Infrastructure inside this venture. B efore now, the infrastructure sector’s lack of knowledge regarding subsurface utilities was often a pain point.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Transport Scotland has restarted its search for a contractor to construct the long-awaited dualling of the A9 between Tomatin and Moy in a contract worth £150M. The post Transport Scotland restarts hunt for contractor on £150M Tomatin to Moy A9 dualling job appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
PC Construction
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Over the past few years, we have developed a nice partnership with our friends at the local Easterseals facility in Daytona, Florida. We like to check in from time-to-time to make sure they have everything they need to serve the more than 17,000 individuals and families who rely on their good work. Last week, Office Engineer Ben Stevens and I happily delivered a few wish list items – an exterior flowerbed for outdoor learning and rolling desk stations to help Easterseals therapists more efficien
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