Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The third annual event to increase workforce diversity will draw participants from every state and Puerto Rico while expanding internationally as well.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

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 the appointment of Lance Hendrix, PE, to the newly created position of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). “Lance’s experience and impressive track record in the engineering and construction industry, along with his strategic vision, align him perfectly with our str

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In honor of Friday the 13th, this taboo level in buildings from condos to offices is often relegated to storing HVAC and mechanical equipment, but it doesn’t need to be that way, says engineer Johnathan Meade.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 12, 2023

How Have Homebuyers Changed Over the Last Two Years? ldeakins Thu, 10/12/2023 - 11:13 The U.S. housing market has undergone significant changes over the last two years, and so too have today's homebuyers The National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) recent analysis of the 2021 American Housing Survey revealed some common characteristics among homebuyers over the last two years.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

About half of contractors see labor inefficiencies worsening, according to a new report, but firms see relief through lean practices.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

After taking heat from a local legislator, the JV on the $1.7 billion job said it has awarded 55 contracts worth $163 million to underrepresented businesses.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

New York, NY – Goldman Copeland, the New York City-based consulting engineering firm, announced today that it has named two new principals of the firm: Jonah Allaben and Daniel Galarza. They both join the leadership of the firm, which has been upgrading and optimizing the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems of prominent structures in Greater New York City for over 50 years.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

More increases could soon follow due to conflicts in energy-producing countries, said the ABC’s chief economist.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Highlands Ranch, Colo. (October 4, 2023) — Calibre Engineering, Inc. (Calibre) and S2O Design & Engineering (S2O) have united to expand service capabilities and resources. Together as a part of the Calibre family, Calibre and S2O will provide comprehensive water resources design and engineering for whitewater parks, in- river engineering, swiftwater rescue training facilities, and stream restoration throughout Colorado, across the United States, and globally.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The owner of construction fasteners supplier Simpson Strong-Tie revealed the incident in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing Wednesday.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Homebuying Conditions Improved in September ldeakins Thu, 10/12/2023 - 09:49 Despite an uptick in annual home price growth, buying conditions improved on a year-over-year basis in September The U.S. housing market experienced a slight dip in September, with a 0.1% decrease in typical home values, but according to Zillow, annual price growth remained positive, registering a 2.1% gain compared to September 2022.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

St. Louis, MO – Western Specialty Contractors – Kansas City Branch had the honor of restoring historic Giralda Tower in Kansas City, MO. The brick, marble and stone KC landmark, a half-scale replica of Seville, Spain’s 12 th -century Moorish tower of Giralda, stands 138 feet tall in Country Club Plaza at West 47 th Street and Mill Creek Parkway.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Home Sizes Are Shrinking in These Southern Cities ldeakins Thu, 10/12/2023 - 11:08 With construction costs and sales prices rising across the South, new homes are getting smaller in order to be more affordable The South is seeing smaller homes on the market compared with pre-pandemic norms, according to Realtor.com's September housing market trends report.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

National Highways has completed the removal of infill from beneath the Great Musgrave bridge in Cumbria but there will be no additional strengthening or weight restrictions implemented before it reopens, despite the roads body's previous claims. The post Previously infilled Great Musgrave bridge to reopen without strengthening or weight restrictions appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 12, 2023

NAHB Chairman Shares October Update ldeakins Thu, 10/12/2023 - 11:20 Alicia Huey recently updated National Association of Home Builders' members with an overview of the organization's top priorities through the rest of the year In the October Chairman's Update, Alicia Huey outlines the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) focal points for the remainder of 2023, including critical advocacy concerns such as securing congressional funding for the Job Corps and the National Flood Insurance

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Construction of a new integrated ticket hall at Elephant & Castle station has been completed to basement level five while preparation for new passenger tunnels is underway. The post Elephant & Castle upgrade sees progress in basement works and prepares for tunnelling 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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For Construction Pros

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Sage Construction Management initially extends Sage Intacct for Construction and is available standalone, providing an project management or construction ERP option for small to middle market contractors.

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Construction Placements

OCTOBER 12, 2023

A Deep Dive into the Employment Landscape of Renewable and Solar Sectors Uncover the dynamic job market within the renewable and solar sectors. Discover how global trends, technological advancements, and policy frameworks are shaping employment opportunities in these green sectors, forging a path towards sustainable economic growth. The post A Deep Dive into the Employment Landscape of Renewable and Solar Sectors appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Equipment World

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Ditch Witch's new mini skid steer boasts a 2,000-pound capacity and is the first of the company’s machines to be equipped with the TriTrax System.

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Roads Online

OCTOBER 12, 2023

CIMIC’s UGL has been awarded a five-year contract by Power Network Services (a collaboration between CitiPower and Powercor Australia) for works in Victoria. UGL will provide maintenance and construction services for overhead powerlines within the Victorian Electricity Supply Industry, meeting the growing demand for maintenance and power infrastructure upgrades.

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Construction Placements

OCTOBER 12, 2023

AI in Real Estate: A Deep Dive into the Future of Property Market Dive into the monumental transformation of the real estate sector propelled by Artificial Intelligence (AI). From automating routine tasks to predicting market trends, explore how AI is nurturing a landscape ripe with efficiency, precision, and global outreach in real estate. The post AI in Real Estate: A Deep Dive into the Future of Property Market appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Roads Online

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Technology is proving to be a key driver for attracting employees to address industry skills shortages. Representatives from Position Partners explain why and how. M achine control – the automation of heavy earthmoving equipment – is key to attracting workers and addressing the skills shortage in construction, according to decision makers surveyed in a report by Topcon Positioning Systems in Europe.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It was confirmed this week that the 2028 European Football Championships (Euro 2028) will be hosted across the UK and Ireland, with Northern Ireland's Casement Park confirmed as one of eight venues to host matches - but the historic arena is currently derelict and no… The post Casement Park | Northern Ireland’s derelict Euro 2028 venue faces funding hurdle for redevelopment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 97

Alberta Construction

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The Government of Alberta is seeking seeking input from a broader group of industry stakeholders to check in and see how the Prompt Pay legislation is working, and to discuss the potential of extending it to Government of Alberta projects. The Government will also be holding three sessions for this broader set of stakeholders. To achieve this, Government requests stakeholders complete the survey by November 3 : PPCLA Online Questionnaire For further details on the PPCLA, please refer to the dedi

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

A proposal to partially infill a channel of Swansea’s docks and construct a new road over it has been put together by the Welsh government. The post Welsh government looking to partially infill Swansea dock channel and construct new road over it appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As construction responds to soaring global needs and seeks to turn billions in new funding into real solutions, it’s clear that only an expanded and inclusive workforce can meet the challenge.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The British Construction Industry Awards (BCIAs) took place last night, 11 October, at London’s glamorous Grosvenor House Hotel to celebrate the best projects, initiatives and innovations seen in the sector this year. The post British Construction Industry Awards 2023 celebrates the breadth, depth and value of the sector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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