Fri.Oct 18, 2024

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Politics in the workplace can become a nightmare for employers

Construction Dive

Employers and HR teams must contend with a polarized electorate — also known as their employees — as the November U.S. election nears.

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COWI reaches major milestone on McKinley Bridge 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Los Angeles, CA – COWI, a leading global engineering consultancy has reached a major milestone in California by successfully completing the move of the 290’ steel network tied arch for the McKinley Grade Separation Project in the City of Corona, California. The bridge was moved with self propelled modular transporters (SPMTs) from the staging yard to its final position and crossed Sampson Avenue, the Arlington Flood Control Channel, and two BNSF mainline tracks.

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Home Seller Profit Margins Decrease

The Pro Builder

While profit margins for home sellers remain high, they have decreased slightly in the last quarter due to flattening home prices. According to nationwide property data provider ATTOM's most recent U.S. Home Sales Report, homeowners earned a 55.6% profit margin on typical home and condo sales during Q3 2024. While seller profits remain near record levels—averaging just under $130,000—the national margin has gradually declined since peaking at 64% in 2022.

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STV Helps MBTA Win Historic $472 Million MPDG MEGA Grant  

Civil + Structural Engineer

BOSTON, MA – STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today announced it has played a key role in securing a $472 million MPDG Mega grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). This historic federal award, the largest in MBTA’s history, will fund the replacement of North Station’s Draw One Bridge over the Charles River.

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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.

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These Cities Are Seeing the Most Movers

The Pro Builder

As peak moving season comes to an end, home services company Thumbtack analyzed local and long-distance moving trends to get a sense of where homebuyers are headed next. While long-distance moves are common, many relocations are local, with 44% happening within five miles. For instance, Atlanta saw the most local relocations. Meanwhile, Austin led in long-distance moves, with many people choosing to leave the city.

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A September to Remember

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Chad Coldiron, Principal & Director of Development, Zweig Group From The Zweig Letter Takeaways from Zweig Group’s 2024 ElevateAEC Conference & Awards Gala. From September 17-19, 2023, Zweig Group hosted the 2024 ElevateAEC Conference & Awards Gala in beautiful Tampa Bay, Florida. This year’s event was a fantastic gathering, bringing together some of the best performing firms in the AEC industry, along with other industry leaders committed to improving their workplaces and those w

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raSmith Promotes Paul McIlheran to Assistant Director of Site Design Services

Civil + Structural Engineer

McIlheran will assist with leading raSmith’s team of site planners, civil engineers, & landscape architects whowork on projects across the U.S. BROOKFIELD, Wis. — raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, has announced the promotion of Paul McIlheran to assistant director of site design services. Previously a senior project manager, McIlheran brings nearly three decades of site planning and design expertise to his new role.

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Bridging the Technology Gap Between Generations

The Pro Builder

The construction industry is undergoing a digital transformation driven by remote work, digital tools, and automation. However, with different skill levels for different age groups, a generational technology gap has developed in the industry. According to For Construction Pros, companies need to encourage cross-generational collaboration, embrace new ideas, and foster a culture of innovation in order to overcome this gap.

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2024 Rental Editor's Choice Awards

For Construction Pros

Rental's Editor's Choice Award zeroes in on the hottest, most cutting-edge new products within the rental equipment space. Here are the winners of the 2024 Rental Editor's Choice Awards.

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Essential Strategies For Sales Success In The Construction Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

In the competitive construction world, having a strong sales strategy is essential for sustaining and growing your business. A well-defined approach can increase your project pipeline and create lasting client relationships. It will give you a framework for generating leads, closing deals, and ultimately increasing revenue through nurturing existing accounts, thought leadership, and practical pricing discussions.

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Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success

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.

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Growing pains for OCU

The Construction Index

Accounts filed by private equity-owned utilities contractor OCU Group show 34% year-on-year revenue growth but finance costs plunging it into losses.

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Build, Buy, or Rent: Navigating Australia’s Housing Crisis

Construction Placements

Build, Buy, or Rent: Navigating Australia’s Housing Crisis Australia's housing crisis presents a complex decision: should you build, buy, or rent? This post breaks down each option with insights into the 2024 market. The post Build, Buy, or Rent: Navigating Australia’s Housing Crisis appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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7 design lessons for future-proofing academic medical centers

BDC Network

7 design lessons for future-proofing academic medical centers 0 qpurcell Fri, 10/18/2024 - 08:32 Healthcare Facilities HOK’s Paul Strohm and Scott Rawlings and Indiana University Health’s Jim Mladucky share strategies for planning and designing academic medical centers that remain impactful for generations to come. Higher Education University Buildings Healthcare Facilities Designers Architects Academic medical centers (AMCs) are training grounds for physicians and destinations for leading-edge

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National Highways only completed 54% of its planned crash barrier inspections last year

New Civil Engineer

Data analysis conducted by NCE has uncovered that National Highways was only able to complete 54% of its planned vehicles restraint system (VRS) inspections over the 2023/2024 financial year. The post National Highways only completed 54% of its planned crash barrier inspections last year appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

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.

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Multiplex to start £300m Glasgow Uni building

The Construction Index

Construction starts this month on a new £300m teaching and research building at the University of Glasgow.

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British Infrastructure Taskforce launched to support government plans

New Civil Engineer

The chancellor met today (18 October) with senior business leaders at the inaugural meeting of the British Investment Taskforce to accelerate investment in infrastructure. The post British Infrastructure Taskforce launched to support government plans appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Builders welcome Defra regulatory review

The Construction Index

The government has commissioned a review of environmental regulations and builders are hoping it might lead to change.

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Aecom collaborates with Tesla on battery energy storage system for Hornsea 3 wind farm

New Civil Engineer

Aecom has been selected by Tesla to provide design services on one of the globe’s most extensive battery energy storage systems (BESS), designed to support offshore wind power. The post Aecom collaborates with Tesla on battery energy storage system for Hornsea 3 wind farm appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Outdated ERP? Spot the Signs Before It Stalls Your Progress

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.

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Tijuana River Gets More Sewage Pollution Tests As Veolia Faces New Suit by Residents

ENR Construction

Oceanside, Calif., residents claim the second class action against the federal agency-contracted wastewater plant consultant stems from more than a decade of sewage flows from Tijuana, Mexico, but firm says the suit is "meritless.

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Suffolk asks Defra for £20M for flood prevention works after ‘catastrophic’ Storm Babet

New Civil Engineer

Suffolk County Council has written to the government asking for £20M that is “urgently needed” to support flood prevention works after the “catastrophic events” of last October during Storm Babet. The post Suffolk asks Defra for £20M for flood prevention works after ‘catastrophic’ Storm Babet appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Aecom to design Hornsea 3 storage system

The Construction Index

Aecom has been appointed by Tesla to support the delivery of one of the world’s largest battery energy storage systems for offshore wind.

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Amazon to buy 620MW of small modular reactor capacity to power USA datacentres

New Civil Engineer

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has signed agreements with Dominion Energy and X-energy to acquire 620MW of generation capacity from small modular reactors (SMRs) as part of efforts to meet its growing energy needs and net zero commitments. The post Amazon to buy 620MW of small modular reactor capacity to power USA datacentres appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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.

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Video: Choosing the right attachments for your skid steer or CTL

Equipment World

On The Dirt, a Blue Diamond Attachments expert answers all your questions about how to pick the right attachment.

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Industry moving ‘beyond experimenting’ with AI says Autodesk CEO

New Civil Engineer

Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost has told industry that the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is now underway after some years of frustrating hype. The post Industry moving ‘beyond experimenting’ with AI says Autodesk CEO appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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BIG is beautiful

The Construction Index

Dutch heavy-lift and transport specialist Mammoet has unveiled a new contender for the title ‘World’s most powerful land-based crane’ David Taylor reports Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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TfL completes central London’s largest SuDS at Marylebone flyover rain gardens

New Civil Engineer

Students from Christ Church Bentinck School’s Eco Club have completed the planting at Marylebone flyover rain gardens for Transport for London (TfL), which represent the largest sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) installed in central London. The post TfL completes central London’s largest SuDS at Marylebone flyover rain gardens appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.

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Campaign Contributions Pour Out from Construction Groups, Unions

ENR Construction

ABC, AGC, ACEC contributions already top their totals for the full 2020 election cycle, while labor union spending is steady or slightly up from past elections.

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Ensuring Biodiversity Net Gain certainty and avoiding the Nightmare Scenario for developers

New Civil Engineer

For the past 18 months, we at Biodiversity Units UK have done a deep dive into Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and property development, and it revealed just how complex this space is. The learning curve has been steep for everyone. BNG has added a whole… The post Ensuring Biodiversity Net Gain certainty and avoiding the Nightmare Scenario for developers appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Low-speed rail

The Construction Index

Contractors are working on the construction of a new entrance to Bristol’s Temple Meads railway station, albeit one which will remain in the sidings until 2025.

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2024 Rental Editor's Choice Awards

For Construction Pros

Rental's Editor's Choice Award zeroes in on the hottest, most cutting-edge new products within the rental equipment space. Here are the winners of the 2024 Rental Editor's Choice Awards.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

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.