Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The practice helps longtime employees learn tech and communication skills, while newer workers gain valuable insight from experienced colleagues, according to a Suffolk project manager.
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Savannah, GA — Thomas & Hutton is pleased to announce the addition of two new company shareholders: Cecilia Arango, CPSM and Brian Riley. Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President Ben Jones states, “For 77 years, Thomas & Hutton continues to focus on growth and sustainability, and ownership transition is an integral part of our plan.
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Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Despite a series of challenges during the four-year project, crews converted the Washington, D.C., media-focused museum into a higher education facility.
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
New Technical Document Details Proper Steps for Use IRVING, Texas – A new technical document that addresses techniques for the safe and proper use of spray polyurethane foam insulation on and around plastic pressure pipe materials has been published by the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) with input from the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA).
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Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The Montreal-based firm sees a positive outlook for its green transition work and reaffirmed the guidance that it raised last quarter.
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The Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Pennsylvania Allocates $98M to Tackle Affordable Housing Shortage ldeakins Thu, 11/09/2023 - 09:30 The state of Pennsylvania has allocated the funds from the American Rescue Plan Act to produce more affordable housing units Pennsylvania is allocating $98 million to address its affordable housing shortage, supporting the creation and preservation of more than 3,000 homes.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The Department for Transport (DfT) has spent £564M on land and property for the cancelled Phase 2 of High Speed 2 (HS2), according to a Freedom of Information request from NCE, while rail experts have called on the government to halt its plans to sell… The post HS2 | Expenditure on land for cancelled Phase 2 revealed to be £564M as experts call for DfT to halt sale appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Funding to support projects to increase water supply reliability amid climate change WALNUT CREEK, Calif. — The Bureau of Reclamation has announced it will provide $28.97 million in financial aid for 31 potential new water reuse and desalination projects to help create new water supply sources less vulnerable to drought and climate change. The funding will help prepare feasibility studies and undertake planning efforts such as preliminary project design and environmental compliance activities.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Reinstating the abandoned Ivanhoe line in Leicestershire all the way into Leicester, as initially proposed, could cost an additional £271M according to Network Rail in response to a freedom of information request by NCE. The post Extending the Ivanhoe line restoration to Leicester could cost additional £271M appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
COWI awarded Detailed Design work for Anma Offshore Wind at South Korea’s utility-scale offshore wind farm. The win follows years of collaboration as owner’s engineer delivering the Front End Engineering Design for the project. The project, situated on the West coast of South Korea, in Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do, is expected to provide electricity to more than 1.4 million South Koreans each year.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Saudi Arabia’s Neom Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) has received its first shipment of wind turbines which will power its $8.4bn (£6.8bn) green hydrogen plant. The post First wind turbines delivered to Saudi Arabia for £6.8bn green hydrogen plant appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
To effectively eliminate workplace hazards, safety experts recommend effective worker safety training programs and putting a priority on eliminating hazards with system-wide engineering and operational changes.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Bam Nuttall, Aecom and Mott McDonald-Bentley JV are three of the 15 companies appointed by South West Water to support its delivery programme over the coming five years. The post South West Water names 15 partners to deliver £2.8bn programme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Roads Online
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Coffey Testing has a long history of supporting local communities and industries. Roads & Infrastructure Magazine learns how the company is giving back, and what it means to be an ‘Australian Owned’ certified company. W ith a strong national presence, Coffey Testing is aiming to make an impact in a variety of regions, particularly when it comes to providing opportunities and support for local suppliers, workers, and projects.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Infrastructure contractor Superior Construction and WSP begin construction of Brooks Bridge, Florida, in $171 Million project.
Equipment World
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
New Holland Construction has unveiled a lineup of five small articulated loader models to bridge the gap between machine sizes.
Construction News
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Infrastructure contractor Eurovia UK has increased both profit and turnover, according to its latest annual financial results. The subsidiary of French construction giant Vinci posted a pre-tax profit of £37.5m for the 2022 calendar year, representing a 39.6 per cent increase on 2022 (£26.9m) and… The post Ringway helps Eurovia UK boost revenue by 40% appeared first on Construction News.
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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 9, 2023
We’re now seeing the Building Safety Act move from plans to action – an event no longer merely on the horizon, but instead looming large as a focus for all involved in the built environment. The post Four ways technology can help you comply with the Building Safety Act appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Safety Services Company
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The oil and gas industry plays a significant role in the global energy landscape and contribute to 82% of total primary energy consumption in the world. However, the industry is exposed to many risks that can significantly impair operations, the environment, and the safety of people. Let’s briefly examine the importance of risk management, the difference between proactive and reactive risk management strategies, and an additional proactive risk management strategy the oil and gas industry
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Work on Bristol Temple Meads station’s new £23M entrance has started with work on construction of a tunnel beneath the station. The post Work begins on tunnel for Bristol Temple Meads station’s new £23M entrance appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Nobuyuki Ishii was named CEO of Kubota North America (KNA) and senior managing executive officer of Kubota Corp., and Todd Stucke was named president of Kubota Tractor Corp. (KTC) and executive officer of Kubota Corp.
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New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Specialised drilling is underway at Australia's Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro scheme to prepare for services including power and communications between Lobs Hole, Marica and Tantangara. The post ‘Complex’ horizontal directional drilling underway at Snowy 2.0 to prepare for service pipes appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
I can’t wait to see you next week at AU 2023 – the Design & Make Conference! If you haven’t heard already, our team is excited to announce that the Digital Builder podcast will once again be broadcasting LIVE from the event. Stop by our podcast booth on the Expo show floor, grab a seat, and listen to one of our 20+ podcast episodes we have lined up for the week featuring top construction industry leaders and innovators.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Decision to move 2,500 employees from current downtown Washington, D.C., site and consolidate others at scattered locations, has been protracted and often controversial.
UK Construction Blog
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The post What Are The Benefits of Having a Commercial Roof Inspection? appeared first on UK Construction Blog. We all know that the weather in the UK is nothing short of unpredictable. But as the roof plays an integral part in insulating and protecting your commercial building from damage, it’s crucial to make sure it’s protected against all conditions.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
The Southwest Construction Views blog examines the current events, issues and challenges of development, design and construction in the Desert Southwest
In Eight
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Risk abounds in our everyday life. We make decisions on how we travel, work, socialize, and even eat and sleep based on the perception of risk. Dozens, if not hundreds, of tiny decisions are made when making seemingly mundane decisions, like when to change lanes while driving to what to order at a restaurant. However, when determining whether and how to build a new asset, risk takes on an entire new scale , and risk models range from the macro to the micro.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Cortec’s migrating corrosion inhibitor admixtures for concrete are now available as a pre-packaged, water-soluble “grenade” of MCI 2006 NS that can replace MCI 2005/MCI 2005 NS liquid admixtures for concrete.
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