Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
More construction technology providers will reach unicorn status even as venture capital slows in other sectors, according to an investment firm focused on the industry.
The Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Inflation May Be Falling, but Housing Costs Are Staying High ibush Wed, 11/15/2023 - 07:16 Cooling inflation lessens the likelihood that the Fed will continue increasing rates. But despite the slowdown, high housing costs persist The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) remained unchanged in October on a seasonally adjusted basis, following an increase of 0.4% during September, the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) Eye on Housing reports.
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Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
Prodyogi
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Blockwork is a type of masonry construction technique using large concrete or cement blocks. The blocks used here are larger than normal brick and are mostly hollow to make them lighter and easier to work with. Blockworks have been in use since the 1930s, from ordinary cement.
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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.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The 1.2% drop in materials costs in October “should be cheered by most contractors,” said Anirban Basu, ABC chief economist.
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Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
CEO Troy Rudd said the strong U.S. dollar, which erodes the value of international contracts paid with foreign currency, impacted results.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
A Jacobs-led consortium has been granted $1M (£800,000) by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to develop a new type of water turbine designed to improve the viability and potential of UK tidal range projects. The post Jacobs consortium to research new turbine to improve viability of UK tidal range projects appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Unanticipated onboarding costs and the shift from on-prem licensing to usage-based fee structures can exacerbate buyer’s remorse, a Capterra survey found.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The Environment Agency expects to deliver far less through its £5.2bn flood-safety programme than originally forecast as skills shortages and inflation hold it back, a bleak report has warned. The post Hundreds of flood defence projects removed from Environment Agency’s plans appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Wiltshire contractor MJ Church, working on behalf of National Highways, has completed a bridge refurbishment project in the West Country a month ahead of schedule. The post M5 bridge refurbishment completes a month early appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The Sweden-based developer and contractor announced it won a $100 million Texas State University project a week after it celebrated a milestone on a business school structure.
BDC Network
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Transforming workplaces for employee mental health 0 dbarista Wed, 11/15/2023 - 13:05 Office Buildings From enhanced privacy to a sense of community to natural design elements, here are practical measures for renovating workplaces with a focus on improving employee mental health. Lauren Elliott, RID, NCIDQ Office Buildings Headquarters Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Architects Renovating your workplace can have a profound impact on the mental health and well-being of you
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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
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Work included the realignment of floor plates, relocation of columns and the creation of new elevator shafts on a 100-year-old building in Manhattan.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
SAMI Bitumen Technologies is supporting works in some of Australia’s most remote areas through its supply of quality bitumen. Roads & Infrastructure Magazine talks to its customers, F&J Bitumen Services and Roads 2000 to learn more. W ith an established national network of bitumen manufacturing and terminal facilities, SAMI Bitumen Technologies has been a mainstay of Australia’s bitumen industry.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The St. Louis builder finished Port Houston’s Bayport Wharf 6 in 26 months on an accelerated timeline.
Maltaward
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Flooding can cause catastrophic damage to properties and infrastructure when water levels rise and breach floodplains. With climate change leading to more extreme weather events every year, flooding is a growing concern for homeowners and businesses in many regions, particularly those in higher-risk areas. This is why implementing sturdy, reliable flood defences is so important, particularly when you consider that natural barriers like woodlands and hedgerows being removed puts residents at furt
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Construction companies face daily challenges, from project delays to cost overruns. But with the right ERP software, these hurdles become opportunities for growth. This in-depth study covers how companies like Bartlett-Cocke General Contractors saw an 83% reduction in cost analysis time and a 62% decrease in vendor payment processing time by adopting a Construction ERP system.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Works to upgrade the 115-year-old Whitby Swing Bridge have been delayed for several months due to a lack of materials. The post Whitby Swing Bridge upgrade postponed over materials shortages appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Two locally made and designed hydrogen powered buses will soon be used as part of a new trial in Victoria. The two Victorian-first hydrogen new buses form part of a trial in which six operators are rolling out 52 zero emissions buses, alongside the two hydrogen vehicles, across the state. The trial will be used to accumulate information on the performance of the two buses, with a criterion to evaluate energy use, as well as charging requirements for different routes.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Transport secretary Mark Harper has said claims of a “fire sale” of previously safeguarded land for High Speed 2 (HS2) are “nonsense” and that the government will sell it in a “proper way” that will “deliver value for the taxpayer”. The post Transport secretary says there will be a ‘carefully thought through programme’ for selling HS2 land appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The lineup features nine gas or battery-powered models, including 2-passenger, 4-passenger, long bed and sports field management options.
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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
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The disclosure on the 31 August that circa 105 schools have had to be closed or had classrooms taken out of use due to the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) ignited a media storm and intense political debate. The post RAAC must be dealt with responsibly, not rashly appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Structural issues with a parking garage in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan prompted an engineer hired by the building’s owner to call 911 to report it.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
National Highways has paid Skanska an additional £24M for the £950M A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet scheme after it was delayed by a legal challenge. The post National Highways pays Skanska additional £24M for A428 Black Cat scheme after legal delays appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Balfour Beatty has promoted its project director at Old Oak Common station to oversee all major projects on the HS2 route. Nigel Russell is currently in charge of the Old Oak Common station project for BBVS, a joint venture between Balfour Beatty, Vinci and Systra.… The post Balfour appoints new head of major projects on HS2 route appeared first on Construction News.
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UK Construction Blog
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The post 9 Ways Contractors Can Leverage Software for Enhanced Construction Processes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction contractors are turning to modern solutions to streamline their processes, improve efficiency, and boost overall productivity. From project management to communication and from design to execution, construction contractors are leveraging software to enhance their entire workflow.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
In just unsealed whistleblower complaint, former site construction manager says utility owner of over-budget Kemper project in Mississippi defrauded the U.S. Energy Dept. of hundreds of millions in funding.
UK Construction Blog
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The post The Importance of Height Safety for Construction Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction sites are dangerous, and safety should be a top priority for everyone involved in construction projects, particularly when projects involve work at heights. Without proper safety measures, working at height can lead to accidents, injuries and fatalities, which cause lost workdays, increased costs and reputational damage.
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