What’s really at risk? Davis-Bacon Act changes could expose contractors to new liability
Construction Dive
APRIL 8, 2024
Are you paying prevailing wages correctly? Understanding the updated DBRA regulations is more important than ever.
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Safeguarding the Environment and Yourself: The Importance of DOT-Certified Refrigerant Recovery Cylinders
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
By Taylor Ferranti, Commercial Vice President, Refrigerant Management Recently, the HVACR industry has been managing a new challenge when it comes to refrigerant management: counterfeit refrigerant recovery cylinders. While the industry understands the importance of refrigerant recovery – it safely contains refrigerants, prevents them from being released into the atmosphere, and enables refrigerant reclamation and reuse – this current challenge highlights an awareness gap of what makes a recover
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AECOM-Jacobs JV signs on to $6B Amtrak tunnel job
Construction Dive
APRIL 8, 2024
The railroad company will begin major work, including utility relocations and bridge construction, later this year.
Sherwin-Williams' Kingdom Gold Color Is Making New Friends
The Pro Builder
APRIL 8, 2024
Sherwin-Williams' Kingdom Gold Color Is Making New Friends ibush Mon, 04/08/2024 - 15:53 The paints and coatings brand takes a strategic marketing approach to shine a light on an overlooked hue Sherwin-Williams effectively flips the script on its popular Color of the Year franchise with the announcement of “The Loneliest Color” campaign. The color in question?
Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors
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.
Boosting efficiency and safety: Revolutionizing construction with tech-powered tools
Construction Dive
APRIL 8, 2024
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Sherwin-Williams' Kingdom Gold Color Is Finding New Friends
The Pro Builder
APRIL 8, 2024
Sherwin-Williams' Kingdom Gold Color Is Finding New Friends ibush Mon, 04/08/2024 - 15:53 The paints and coatings brand takes a strategic marketing approach to shine a light on an overlooked hue: Kingdom Gold Sherwin-Williams effectively flips the script on its popular Color of the Year franchise with the announcement of “The Loneliest Color” campaign.
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Funding Available: U.S. DOT Allocates $3.33 Billion for Community Reconnection
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
by Mary Scott Nabers Last week, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced $3.33 billion in grant funding for 132 projects. The revenue will flow from the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program and the Neighborhood Access and Equity Program. This funding is allocated for projects that reconnect communities that were cut off and/or divided by transportation infrastructure decades ago.
Related Group starts $500M tower on Chicago waterfront
Construction Dive
APRIL 8, 2024
400 Lake Shore will replace the abandoned Chicago Spire project with two residential buildings and a new public park.
Residential Building Workers See Jump in Wage Growth
The Pro Builder
APRIL 8, 2024
Residential Building Workers See Jump in Wage Growth ibush Mon, 04/08/2024 - 10:54 Housing industry worker wages have been trending upward over the past eight months, but February saw wages grow the fastest they have in more than two years The shortage of skilled labor continues to be a challenge for the construction industry, and demand for construction labor remains strong.
Skanska Selected to Rebuild Portage Bay Bridge as Part of the “Rest of the West” Final Improvements to the SR520 Corridor in Seattle
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
$1.4 billion project to replace the Portage Bay Bridge, the last in a series of bridges that provide seismically resilient connections between the communities east of Lake Washington and Seattle. Seattle, WA – Skanska , a leading global construction and development firm, announced it has signed a contract with the Washington State Department of Transportation to replace the Portage Bay Bridge and create a lidded segment in the city of Seattle’s North Capitol Hill neighborhood.
Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success
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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.
4 Cities Where Housing Inventory Now Exceeds Pre-Pandemic Levels
The Pro Builder
APRIL 8, 2024
4 Cities Where Housing Inventory Now Exceeds Pre-Pandemic Levels ibush Mon, 04/08/2024 - 09:27 San Antonio leads with the greatest surge in the number of homes available post-pandemic Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic still linger in many U.S. housing markets. A new monthly report from Realtor.com finds that housing inventory levels for most of the nation's 50 largest metros are still below that of pre-pandemic years.
Neom | Plans for Saudi Arabia’s linear city cut from 170km to 2.4km
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Saudi Arabia’s wildly ambitious plan to build 500m tall, mirrored, 170km long parallel skyscrapers, forming a 1.5M population desert city has been curtailed to 2.4km long. The post Neom | Plans for Saudi Arabia’s linear city cut from 170km to 2.4km appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Bowman Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Surdex Corporation, Adding High-Altitude Digital Imagery, Digital Mapping and Advanced Geospatial Services
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Reston, VA – Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (the “Company” or “Bowman”) (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure solutions to customers who own, develop, and maintain the built environment, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire St. Louis-based Surdex Corporation (“Surdex”), a geospatial and engineering services firm providing low-, medium- and high-altitude digital orthoimagery, advanced high-resolution LiDAR, intelligent digit
First, Digital Timesheets; Next, the Moon?
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 8, 2024
Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.
Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads
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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.
Heidelberg agrees disposals to secure Mick George
The Construction Index
APRIL 8, 2024
The competition authority has cleared the takeover of Mick George by Heidelberg Materials after approving a series of asset disposals.
Development agreement signed for £1.1bn redevelopment of York Central station site
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Homes England and Network Rail Property have signed an agreement with McLaren Property and Arlington Real Estate for the £1.1bn proposal to redevelop the York Central station brownfield site. The post Development agreement signed for £1.1bn redevelopment of York Central station site appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
HS2 launches fourth London TBM
The Construction Index
APRIL 8, 2024
The fourth, and final, tunnel boring machine for HS2’s Northolt Tunnel has begun her journey under west London.
Complex recovery ongoing at site of train derailment near void in Cumbria
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Network Rail engineers are continuing a “complex operation” to repair the railway at Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, where a train derailed over two weeks ago. The post Complex recovery ongoing at site of train derailment near void in Cumbria appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Outdated ERP? Spot the Signs Before It Stalls Your Progress
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Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.
Hopkins plans summer start for Chelmsford site
The Construction Index
APRIL 8, 2024
Private-equity owned house-builder Hopkins Homes has gained approval of reserved matters for 246 new homes at Beaulieu in Chelmsford, Essex.
£150M Hope Valley Railway upgrade between Manchester and Sheffield completed
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Contractor VolkerRailStory JV (VolkerRail and Story Contracting), working for Network Rail, has completed the £150M Hope Valley Railway Upgrade between Manchester and Sheffield. The post £150M Hope Valley Railway upgrade between Manchester and Sheffield completed appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Non-destructive Testing Meets Nanotechnology: Exploring Innovations and Applications
Vin Civilworld
APRIL 8, 2024
Non-destructive testing (NDT) plays a crucial role in ensuring safety and reliability across industries. The integration of nanotechnology has revolutionized NDT, offering enhanced precision and sensitivity. Nanotechnology enables improved imaging resolution, sensitivity, functional materials, smart coatings, and has diverse applications in aerospace, medical imaging, manufacturing, and the oil and gas industry.
Following the French to propose a better model for delivering High Speed Rail in the UK
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
France was the first country in Europe to build High Speed Rail (HSR) and to date has built over 2,700km of HSR tracks, the third largest HSR network in the world after China and Spain. Since 2006, France’s HSR network has been financed by Public… The post Following the French to propose a better model for delivering High Speed Rail in the UK appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
Guidelines for Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures
The Constructor
APRIL 8, 2024
An earthquake is the vibration of the Earth’s surface caused by waves emanating from a disturbance in the Earth’s crust, resulting in the release of energy. It manifests as a sudden and transient motion or series of motions of the Earth’s surface, originating from underground disturbances that disrupt the elastic equilibrium of the Earth’s mass, […] The post Guidelines for Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures appeared first on The Constructor.
HS2 | Fourth TBM launched to bore 13.5km Northolt tunnel under London
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
High Speed 2 (HS2) contractor SCS (Skanska Costain Strabag JV) has launched the fourth and final tunnel boring machine (TBM) to bore the 13.5km Northolt tunnel under West London. The post HS2 | Fourth TBM launched to bore 13.5km Northolt tunnel under London appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Baltimore Crews Remove 156-ton Piece of Key Bridge
For Construction Pros
APRIL 8, 2024
Progress included the removal of a 156-ton piece of Span 19 outside of the navigational channel, which was hoisted and loaded onto a barge for future disposal. Container removal from Dali has begun.
Construction of new £18.5M road in Blackpool to begin this month
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Work on a new £18.5M road at the Blackpool Enterprise Zone will begin this month as contractor George Cox & Sons starts pre-construction works. The post Construction of new £18.5M road in Blackpool to begin this month appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform
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Business Coaching: The Benefits
Civil Engineer Blog
APRIL 8, 2024
Due to the fact it offers excellent results, business coaching is becoming very popular. A few business owners, however, try to save money since they feel coaching doesn’t offer immediate results in terms of their bottom line but this is an error in judgment. However, there is nothing that can help you in making your […] The post Business Coaching: The Benefits first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
Contractor wanted for £150M East London Overground line maintenance job
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Transport for London (TfL) is seeking a contractor to carry out maintenance on the East London Line, part of the London Overground, in a contract worth £150M. The post Contractor wanted for £150M East London Overground line maintenance job appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Video: Cat's New 330 Straight Boom Demolition Excavator
Equipment World
APRIL 8, 2024
Jadon Kool, product application specialist for demolition and scrap, Caterpillar, gives an overview of the features of Cat's new demolition excavator.
UGL, ADCO JV wins WA contract
Roads Online
APRIL 8, 2024
Image courtesy of the Western Australian Government. UGL has been awarded a contract, in joint venture with ADCO, to construct new railcar maintenance facilities at Bellevue, Western Australia, for the State’s Public Transport Authority. The project expands the existing Bellevue Railcar Manufacturing and Maintenance Facility and is expected to generate revenue of more than $110 million for UGL.
The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software
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