Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

After Hurricane Milton caused a delay in funding approval, the MLB team’s leaders said the new ballpark’s 2028 schedule is not viable.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Exclusive community offers luxurious single-family homes with access to award-winning amenities in the Texas Hill Country LEANDER, Texas — Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE: TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, announced the grand opening of its newest collection of homes, Travisso – Verona Collection , in the master-planned community of Travisso in Leander, Texas.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Training programs can’t keep up with demand, which may signal a need for employer investments, Dewalt says.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

SP Energy Networks has taken a significant step towards modernising its electricity grid infrastructure in Scotland by announcing the selection of 19 businesses as preferred partners for a record £5.4bn supply chain contract programme. The post SP Energy Networks selects 19 partners for record £5.4bn grid upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Total groundbreakings jumped 4% after a brief slowdown the prior month, according to Dodge Construction Network.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Have you ever paused to consider the real impact of your business's customer experience? Is it lifting your brand or dragging it down, along with your team's morale? Today's consumers expect nothing short of excellence, so understanding the consequences of poor customer service is vital. So, what does poor customer service cost you? Let's delve into the details—they might change your perspective.

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Construction News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A crane supplier has been cleared of health and safety breaches, seven-and-a-half years after three of its employees died at a construction site. Falcon Tower Crane Services was found not guilty of two counts of breaching the law at Chester Crown Court last week. Rhys… The post Crane supplier cleared over three deaths, seven years after tragedy appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In 2019, the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) identified the need to work with governments to strengthen how they strategically plan infrastructure at the country level. The post Conversations for change – the missing ingredient in strategic infrastructure planning appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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PC Construction

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Last week industry leaders came together in Maine to discuss the use of mass timber in future building projects and learn about the drive to bring mass timber production to New England. Hosted by the Portland Museum of Art, this event stimulated forward-thinking ideas and dialogue to blend creativity in design and construction to optimize the use of CLT, Glulam and other mass timber products within design and our day-to-day lives.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has released a tender document seeking contractors for a £71.2M framework to deliver underwater engineering services inside and outside of the UK. The post MoD procuring for £71.2M framework for underwater engineering services in UK and overseas appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Commercial Real Estate: A Guide to Opportunities and Investment Delve into the world of commercial real estate investment, uncovering key opportunities and strategies to enhance your portfolio and achieve financial growth. The post Commercial Real Estate: A Guide to Opportunities and Investment appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The taskforce charged with finding funding and solutions for reopening Hammersmith Bridge will reconvene after three years of inactivity, it has been revealed. The post Hammersmith Bridge taskforce to be reconvened in efforts to resurrect reopening plan appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The new Croydon Station opened in August 2024. Images: Victorian Government. Roads & Infrastructure Magazine provides an update on the Level Crossing Removal Project in Victoria, which represents one of the largest packages of construction works ever seen in the state. In May 2015 the Victorian Government announced it would establish The Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP) to oversee one of the largest rail infrastructure projects in the state’s history.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Nuclear Industry Association (NIA) is exploring ways to aid firms involved in civil nuclear projects to attain opportunities in nuclear weaponry, at the request of its members. The post Nuclear Industry Association members seek to expand into weapons sector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Moving day was finally here. The excitement of a fresh start blended with the chaos of packing, organising, and saying goodbye to a house filled with memories. Sarah and Mike, who had been planning their move to the Sunshine Coast for months, thought they were prepared. But as the day approached, they felt an unexpected, overwhelming reality: they had accumulated way more stuff than they’d imagined.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) in Ukraine faced the threat of blackouts twice in one week due to shelling by the Russian military, according to the Ukrainian government. The post Europe’s largest nuclear power plant faces threat of blackouts due to Russian shelling appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Both bring fuel to big machines and trucks in their own ways. But picking one can change how smooth things go, cost money, and affect if rules are followed. This article examines the advantages and disadvantages of each approach, giving a clear picture of which may be best suited to specific job site requirements. A. What’s Mobile Fueling? Mobile fueling is when fuel comes to the job site in specialized delivery trucks outfitted with storage tanks.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and exoskeletons could halve injuries relating to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in Britain, a report has found. The post Emerging tech could halve musculoskeletal disorders in British industry appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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.

Construction Management

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A lush, healthy lawn enhances a home’s appearance and also provides a comfortable outdoor space for relaxation and activities. In Austin, TX, maintaining a vibrant lawn can be a challenge due to the region’s hot summers, mild winters, and varying soil conditions. However, with proper care and attention throughout the year, your lawn can thrive in every season.

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Civil Engineer Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Key Takeaways Discover the modern approaches to pipe replacement and their benefits. Learn how these techniques minimize ecological impact and enhance efficiency. Understanding the Basics Underground pipe replacement is crucial in maintaining and upgrading the infrastructure vital to our everyday lives. This process involves replacing deteriorated or outdated pipes below the surface, ensuring that essential […] The post Redefining Underground Infrastructure: Innovative Pipe Replacement Tec

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The Korte Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Eric Kues is a smalltown guy who appreciates a close-knit team. But that doesn’t limit the big things he hopes to accomplish with The Korte Company. He grew up in Bartelso, Illinois, at that time a town of 400 people, where everybody filled up at the same gas station and family gatherings were a Sunday tradition. With his big extended family, Eric’s upbringing was steeped in the values of hard work, family and community — values that stay with him.

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Civil Digital

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Regarding workplace safety, fire-resistant work uniforms are crucial in protecting employees from potential hazards. However, these specialized garments require proper care to maintain their protective properties. So, how do you properly maintain fire-resistant work uniforms? Wash them separately in cold water using mild detergent to properly maintain fire-resistant work uniforms, avoid bleach or fabric softeners, Read more The post How Do I Properly Maintain Fire-Resistant Work Uniforms?

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Contruct Connect

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The U.S. is spending more on commercial construction this year, but economists view the outlook for 2025 with cautious optimism. That was the consensus during ConstructConnect®'s fall 2024 webinar, "The Construction Economy Outlook: 2025 Starts Now.

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Civil Digital

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Whether you’re planning a construction project or just curious about building materials, understanding how concrete can be made stronger is crucial for ensuring safe, durable structures. How does steel reinforcement improve concrete’s properties? Steel reinforcement dramatically improves concrete’s tensile strength, allowing it to resist stretching and bending forces up to 100 times better than plain.

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Construction Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Now entering its 98th year in business, R. C. Stevens Construction (R. C. Stevens) has been leading the Florida construction sector for almost 100 years. The company was founded back in 1926 by builder and architect Raymond C. Stevens, who was a true pioneer in the design-build industry, being the first builder in Orlando to take on both the design and construction of projects for his clients.

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Civil Digital

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

As consumers, we’re constantly surrounded by products that shape our daily lives, but we rarely stop to think about how they’re made. One fascinating manufacturing process that touches many aspects of our world is thermoforming. But what exactly is thermoforming used for? Thermoforming creates a wide variety of plastic products, from packaging and consumer goods.

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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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Construction Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Thanks to a combination of hard work and innovative vision, AMFAC has established itself as one of the US’ foremost providers of preventative and reactive property maintenance services. In just six years, the company has made waves across the industry, and expanded its offering with innovative, eco-friendly advances. Company President, Jameka Spencer, joins CT to discuss the company’s fascinating… Source The post From military precision to market leadership, American Facil

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Garage doors provide more than functionality in your home. They make up part of your property’s security and curb appeal. Unfortunately, the maintenance needs of these doors often get ignored. Most homeowners rely on assumptions about garage door maintenance that aren’t entirely accurate. These myths lead to improper maintenance and costly repairs. Proper maintenance is critical to the durability of these doors.

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Construction Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A renowned industrial contractor, Norrell Construction (Norrell) offers a wide range of self-performed services, including mechanical, piping, civil, instrumentation and electrical (IE), cranes and elevators, HVAC, sheet-metal, building and remodeling, plumbing, roofing, and more. Beyond its comprehensive skill set, what truly sets Norrell apart is its unwavering dedication to delivering… Source The post Learn how Norrell Construction’s focus on employee safety sets it apart from

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Construction News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Construction News editor Colin Marrs has won the top prize at the prestigious International Building Press (IBP) awards in London. Marrs was named 2024’s Journalist of the Year in a ceremony at the Building Centre last night (21 November), which saw CN journalists pick up… The post CN editor wins top journalism prize appeared first on Construction News.

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