Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The initial weekslong timeline was shortened to just eight days after around-the-clock debris removal and column shoring went faster than expected.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Young Adults are Living with Family Longer, Multigenerational Living Report Finds qpurcell Mon, 11/20/2023 - 13:34 In a departure from the traditional narrative of young adults leaving the nest, 68% of Gen Z adults and 20% of Millennials are opting to stay within familial confines, according to a recent RentCafe analysis of Integrated Public Use Microdata Series (IPUMS) data.

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Sustainability 264

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

How integrating technologies significantly reduces the chance of human error, enhances safety protocols and reduces incidents.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Multi-Story Mixed-Use Development Will Be the Latest Addition at Olympia Fields BROOKFIELD, Wis. — raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, is working with developer Wangard Partners on a multi-story mixed-use development at Olympia Fields in Oconomowoc, Wis. This new development, featuring 116 apartments and a retail area of more than 19,000 square feet, will be located at the northwest corner of Pabst Road and Olympia Fields Drive. raSmith’s services on

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Construction Equipment

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Tracy Hunt, a 26-year company veteran, took the reins of the contractor’s Building’s division in the state earlier this month.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

As infrastructure and public works projects bolster the Emerald City, private construction has weakened.

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Sustainability Public Works 307

The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Introducing the Schneider Home energy management system kcichowicz Mon, 11/20/2023 - 06:46 Turn your home from an energy sucker to an energy saver with technology that will make it sustainable, smart, and resilient. Schneider Home makes it possible. Enabled Active Introducing the Schneider Home energy management system Video ID 6341052549112 Video Duration 0:01:31.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Network Rail is considering plans to reopen a rail line in Cambridgeshire that will reconnect the towns of Wisbech and March The post Network Rail mulls plans to reopen Cambridgeshire rail line appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 131

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 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, today announced the acquisition of High Mesa Consulting Group (“High Mesa”), a multi-disciplinary consulting firm headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has rubbished the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) plan for the private sector to fund the proposed High Speed 2 (HS2) connection from Old Oak Common to Euston station. The post HS2: Sadiq Khan trashes claim that private sector will pay £6.5bn to connect Old Oak Common with Euston appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 123

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Two new buildings will add 60,290 square feet of housing and services to the campus NORTHRIDGE, Calif. – Continuing in its role servicing major universities, C.W. Driver Companies (a leading builder serving California since 1919) has begun construction on a 198-bed student housing complex at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) in the San Fernando Valley.

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General Contracting Project Management Construction Management Landscaping 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A new integration simplifies payroll and time entry, expense management, and documents, certifications, and compliance management for construction AP

Construction Management 125

Construction Management 125

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Fulfills need for innovative engineering skills to support regional and national infrastructure growth Recruitment efforts underway for 100 new jobs by June 2024 Orlando, FL: GHD has opened a new office in Orlando, Florida that will be home to its US-based Engineering Design Organization (EDO) hub. GHD is a global professional services company operating in the markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation.

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Engineering Building Design Property Management Building Resilience 100

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Material Storage

New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Network Rail’s £249M redevelopment of Gatwick Airport station has opened today after Costain completed its construction. The post ‘Site challenges’ were biggest obstacles to overcome in Gatwick Airport station £249M redevelopment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 116

For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The Big Tech Round Table is meant to provide an opportunity for industry leaders of tech companies to answer the frequently asked questions of contractors looking to adopt technology.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The joint venture in charge of building the new station at Old Oak Common for High Speed 2 has revealed new tender opportunities for the platforms and central core flooring for the West London project. The post HS2’s Old Oak Common JV launches platform works tender appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 106

Equipment World

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Sany has unveiled five new small excavators upgraded for the North American market: the SY60C, SY75C, SY80U, SY95C, and SY135C.

Construction Equipment 116

Construction Equipment 116

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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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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The Rozelle Interchange tunnel project, described as one of the most complex underground junctions in the world, has opened in Sydney after three years of construction work. The post £2bn ‘complex’ tunnel interchange scheme opens in Sydney as linked tunnel scheme takes shape appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 105

BDC Network

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

8 strategies for multifamily passive house design projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 11/20/2023 - 12:22 Sustainability Stantec's Brett Lambert, Principal of Architecture and Passive House Certified Consultant, uses the Northland Newton Development project to guide designers with eight tips for designing multifamily passive house projects. Brett Lambert MFPRO+ Blog MFPRO+ New Projects Mixed-Use Multifamily Housing Designers Standards Reconstruction & Renovation Sustainable Development Sustainable Design an

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Energy Efficiency Building Standards Building Design Building Code Compliance 95

New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A public inquiry is underway over a planned £175M flood scheme in Oxford set to be one of the largest of its kind in the UK. The post Public inquiry underway on ‘over engineered’ £175M Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering 100

Engineering 100

Plant & Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A new report by industry-leading digital construction, real estate and facilities management platform PlanRadar reveals that construction sector digitalisation has stagnated. The most startling finding is that 77% of respondents are struggling to implement new technologies. However, whilst the UK was among the most adept nations, only around a quarter of companies polled (28%) say implementation is easy or very easy.

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Energy Efficiency Building Information Modeling (BIM) Surveying Construction Management 93

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Roads Online

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Plan B Comms continues to deliver essential communication design and project management services for infrastructure projects and new developments. Roads & Infrastructure Magazine finds out why the company is so well poised as a preferred provider. F illing the void in design and project management often left by telecommunication carriers makes Plan B Comms’ services in communications design and project management so unique.

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For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

With a standard bucket capacity of 1.2 cu. yd. and 10.5 ft. of lift height, the L95 is capable of material handling and other jobs that require maneuverability.

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Material Handling Lifts 94

New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

There has been plenty of talk about the UK’s planning system, and this will no doubt continue as we reflect on the Autumn Statement, fuelled by the National Infrastructure Commission’s (NIC) recently published assessment, which calls for a significant increase in infrastructure investment across the… The post Productivity improvement is the only way to deliver the infrastructure this country needs appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 87

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The Queensland Government has increased its funding of the now $1.5 billion Pacific Motorway Varsity Lakes to Tugun (VL2T) project to upgrade 10 kilometres of the M1 Motorway, as Package B bridge structure works near completion. The structure works on the bridge at Tallebudgera Creek are nearing completion over the creek and Tallebudgera Creek Road for the new western service road.

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Government Works 86

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The Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

There are 2.2 million people in the US without running water inside their homes—no sinks, bathtubs, or toilets.

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Plumbing 91

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The Western Australian Government has revealed that upgrade works on Lumsden Point in the Port of Port Hedland have reached an early construction milestone. The project will provide new multi-user facilities, including a general cargo berth and minerals export berth. Lumsden Point will increase export capacity for new energy metals such as lithium and copper concentrates, facilitate the import of renewable energy infrastructure including wind turbines and blades, and support the rapid growth of

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Infrastructure Development Government Works General Contracting Green Building 77

UK Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The post The Lasting Appeal: Why Ceramic Tiles Stand Out in Commercial Properties appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the world of commercial interiors, the choice of flooring plays a pivotal role in creating an inviting and durable environment. Among the various flooring options available, ceramic tiles stand out for their lasting appeal, versatility, and practicality.

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Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Maintenance Sustainability 62