Schneider Electric to invest $700M in US manufacturing
Construction Dive
MARCH 28, 2025
The company aims to expand and renovate facilities across eight sites as it sees skyrocketing data center demand.
Construction Dive
MARCH 28, 2025
The company aims to expand and renovate facilities across eight sites as it sees skyrocketing data center demand.
Contractor Bookkeeping
MARCH 28, 2025
Being a construction manager and a business owner requires a unique blend of skills and attributes essential for effectively leading a crew. Leadership is at the forefront of this role, as a construction manager must inspire and motivate their team to achieve project goals while maintaining safety and quality standards. This involves clear communication, conflict resolution, and a collaborative team environment.
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Construction Marketing
MARCH 28, 2025
Living in a small space doesnt mean you have to feel cramped. With the right design tricks and organization strategies, you can make your home feel larger, more open, and more functional. Even in well-planned corner block house designs , maximizing every inch of space is essential for a comfortable and stylish living environment. Whether youre dealing with a small apartment, a compact home, or just want to make better use of your current space, these clever space-saving solutions can make a noti
Construction Dive
MARCH 28, 2025
Evan McKee will work to build Suffolk’s portfolio across commercial, higher education, institutional and healthcare as the firm increasingly leverages tech on area projects.
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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 28, 2025
As the UK looks to decarbonise its grid, maintaining an effective relationship with the European Union (EU) has never been more vital to ensure energy security. NCE spoke to experts to discuss whether Brexit has affected its foothold in negotiations. The post How has Brexit affected the UKs energy security? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Project Zone brings together the best content for construction projects from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Construction Today
MARCH 28, 2025
I’ve been at the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) for just over 20 years,” Lisa Washington begins. “I joined in 2004 as Vice President of Education & Conferences at a time when the organization didn’t have a robust education program. The design-build sector accounted for less than 20 percent of construction spending, so there wasn’t a huge audience.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 28, 2025
Critical national infrastructure (CNI) managers have been warned of the unacceptable impacts safety-critical sectors face from 1 in 100-year severe space weather events. The post Essential for critical infrastructure to prepare for severe space weather as 10% chance in decade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Today
MARCH 28, 2025
In recent years, high mortgage and interest rates and a slowdown in housing starts – the number of new residential projects initiated annually – have weakened cement demand in the US. At the same time, rising prices, driven by high energy costs and supply chain constraints, have worsened the situation, marking 2024 as the worst year since 2017 in cement production volume.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 28, 2025
Prime minister Keir Starmer has announced the North of England will no longer be held to ransom by a Victorian-era transport system thanks to 1.7bn worth of investments in transport but they are mostly previously committed sums. The post Prime minister parades 1.7bn worth of reheated transport investments for North of England appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Speaker: Dylan Secrest
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
Construction Today
MARCH 28, 2025
Construction is a team sport that requires a coordinated effort from architects, builders, subcontractors, and suppliers, all working toward a common goal. The only way to succeed is for each player to perform their role effectively and communicate well. Despite the industry’s reliance on teamwork, true collaboration remains rare. The best construction companies – the ones that consistently… Source The post Communication breakdowns take construction projects off course.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 28, 2025
National Grid has officially submitted its application for development consent for the Sea Link project, a new electricity interconnector between Kent and Suffolk. The post National Grid submits DCO application for 138km Kent-Suffolk interconnector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Today
MARCH 28, 2025
When leading electrical contractor Interstates partnered with XYZ Reality on an 80MW data center project in Nebraska, its aim was to utilize XYZ’s platform to transform its construction methodologies and enhance project efficiency. Through this strategic collaboration, Interstates has achieved unprecedented advancements in layout procedures, marking a significant milestone in the construction… Source The post A Unistrut implementation by XYZ set a new standard in construction efficie
ENR Construction
MARCH 28, 2025
The partnership aims to meet the growing electricity demand from energy-intensive data centers focused on artificial intelligence.
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Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.
Construction Today
MARCH 28, 2025
Bob Sornsin founded RKS Plumbing and Mechanical (RKS) in 1990 with just one employee, himself. Bob outlines the journey: “This November will mark our 35th anniversary. Throughout this time, we have consistently grown, and now we have between 250 and 300 employees. We specialize in commercial plumbing, HVAC systems, medical gas installations, and other critical hospital work.
Equipment World
MARCH 28, 2025
The 25,221-pound model has a standard two-piece articulated boom and 360-degree swing capability for tight jobsites. Details at Equipment World.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 28, 2025
Iarnrd ireann (Irish Rail) and contractor Sisk have announced the completion of the 42km track laying between Limerick city and Foynes Port, marking a significant step towards the reinstatement of freight services on the line. The post Sisk completes 42km of track laying for 127M Irish freight line restoration project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Law
MARCH 28, 2025
A challenge to 31 North Sea oil and gas exploration licences granted by the Conservative government has been heard in the High Court this week. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 28, 2025
Hertfordshire County Council has announced the renewal of its long-term highways maintenance contract with Ringway, a subsidiary of Vinci Construction, which has managed the contract since 2012. The post Hertfordshire renews 55M per year highways contract with Vinci for a potential 21 years appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
ENR Construction
MARCH 28, 2025
Judge rejects lawsuit by NYC plumbers' union local and several contractor groups against Local Law 154, ruling that the ordinance is not an outright ban of natural gas but a restriction on appliance carbon emissions.
Construction News
MARCH 28, 2025
Key issues remain unresolved despite government commitments post-Grenfell to enhance building safety and construction products certification, a panel of experts has said. Guests on the latest episode of the CN First Site podcast debated moves to change regulatory oversight for building safety following the governments… The post Post-Grenfell regulatory change overdue but key questions unresolved, say experts appeared first on Construction News.
ENR Construction
MARCH 28, 2025
With the designation by the governor, courts must decide environmental quality challenges to the project within 270 days.
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The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 28, 2025
As the UK sets its sights on achieving net-carbon emissions by 2050, nuclear energy is poised to play a pivotal role in its ambitious journey. The governments billions of pounds of investment in the Sizewell C nuclear project signals a strong acknowledgment of nuclear powers… The post Shaping the UKs nuclear energy: the critical role of R&D appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
MARCH 28, 2025
The Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) has appointed Richard Linstead as chief executive.
Civil Digital
MARCH 28, 2025
Bearings are a crucial component in various industries, ensuring smooth motion and reducing friction in mechanical systems. Among the most commonly used types are ball bearings and roller bearings, each designed for specific applications. While both serve the fundamental purpose of facilitating movement, their design and capabilities make them suited for different loads and operating.
The Construction Index
MARCH 28, 2025
Henry Boot Construction, part of Henry Boot, has been appointed to deliver a £10m restoration of the Grade II-listed Ramsden Building at the University of Huddersfield.
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Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.
Civil Digital
MARCH 28, 2025
Many homeowners, especially those along Floridas coast, are familiar with impact or hurricane windows since hurricanes are so prevalent in this area. These are a type of window that can withstand the impact from high winds and flying debris caught in its crossfire. Unlike standard glass panes, these panels wont readily break into large shards. Read more The post Separating Fact from Fiction on Hurricane Windows appeared first on CivilDigital.
The Construction Index
MARCH 28, 2025
Formwork specialist Peri UK has teamed with German manufacturer Becoform to expand its range of accessories.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 28, 2025
A leading electrical contractor throughout New England and the Southeast for nearly five decades, Wayne J. Griffin Electric, Inc. (Griffin Electric) recognizes the many contributions of women in the construction industry and is committed to facilitating opportunities for education and career growth. With the industry celebrating Women in Construction this month, Griffin Electric understands and values the important roles that women at the company play and is proud of the significant impact they
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