The Pro Builder
MAY 13, 2024
How Smart Technology Can Help Homes Sell Faster csweeney Mon, 05/13/2024 - 12:01 Homebuyers are actively seeking out smart features to increase resale value As technology evolves, smart appliances have become a mainstay in homes across the globe. These advancements have aided consumers and home builders alike, with one report suggesting smart technology can help investors see higher returns on home sales.
Construction Dive
MAY 13, 2024
Headwinds such as supply chain challenges and extreme weather are keeping the investment gap from being noticeably reduced, the American Society of Civil Engineers said in a report released Monday.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Bethlehem, PA – www.MBCEA.org – The Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) announced its 2024 Building of the Year winners at the 55 th Annual MBCEA Conference, held April 24 – 26 in San Diego, California. The overall winner is the Truck Center Companies sales and service center in Mankato, Minnesota, completed by APX Construction Group of Mankato.
Construction Dive
MAY 13, 2024
Spreadsheets, calls, messages and emails are heavily used to coordinate projects today, but as the number of stakeholders increase, so does the complexity of communication.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
LEADING engineering consultancy Wallace Whittle – which has more than 140 staff across eight regional bases in the UK – is opening its doors in Manchester and Birmingham as part of a strategic expansion of its national presence. The firm is targeting geographical growth as part of its ambitious plans to grow the business, with a focus on regional offices in England having long been established in Scotland and the Republic of Ireland.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Investments in task planning, training, and fall-prevention equipment pay off By Jim Goss, Senior Safety Consultant, HCSS Falls are the leading cause of death on construction sites, representing more than 38 percent of all annual fatalities. While the construction industry has made great strides, more must be done to protect our most precious resource – our people.
Construction Dive
MAY 13, 2024
By investing in solutions that enable more consistency and efficiency in the production of building materials and systems, the construction sector can put a dent in their labor problem.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Las Vegas contractor welcomes construction veterans to its leadership team LAS VEGAS – Platinum Contracting of Nevada, a leading general contracting firm who specializes in underground utilities in Las Vegas, is expanding its team with the addition of three industry veterans. The firm named Robby Jay as co-owner and president, Bill Gettman as co-owner and chief operating officer and Tom Bixby as project manager.
The Pro Builder
MAY 13, 2024
US Census Data Show Single-Family Construction Delays Increased in 2023 csweeney Mon, 05/13/2024 - 12:16 In 2023, it took an average of 8.6 months to build a home Pandemic-related supply constraints continue to affect the national housing market. According to recently released U.S. Census data, delays in single-family construction increased last year: On average, it took 8.6 months to build a single-family home from start to finish in 2023, up from the 8.3 months recorded in 2022, housing data p
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Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Ready to take your project management skillset to the next level? Dive deep into the art of project management with Justin Smith of Zweig Group at one of our immersive full-day workshops in New York on June 6th or in Los Angeles on June 13th! Join us to discover the keys to consistent success, from crafting bulletproof plans to optimizing profitability, and leveraging Key Performance Indicators to navigate your business’s success.
The Pro Builder
MAY 13, 2024
Single-Family Rent Growth Remains Elevated, Despite Dip in Multifamily Rates csweeney Mon, 05/13/2024 - 12:39 Multifamily rents are declining after growth peaked at 16.3% in 2022 As multifamily supply catches up to demand in many major U.S. cities, rent escalations are scaling back. However, according to housing market data tracker Resi Club Analytics’ reporting on recent Zillow data, this doesn’t appear to be the case for single-family rentals.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Engineers from High Speed 2 (HS2) contractor EKFB (Eiffage Kier Ferrovial Bam) have successfully slid a 3,130t steel section of the Wendover Dean viaduct deck into position. The post HS2 | Engineers complete 3,130t slide for second segment of Wendover Dean viaduct appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
MAY 13, 2024
Normalize the conversation around grief and bereavement to help provide support to those experiencing the loss of a loved one or co-worker to a death by overdose.
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In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.
The Construction Index
MAY 13, 2024
HS2 has released timelapse footage showing the latest stage of a year-long project to slide a bridge deck into position.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Barhale has been selected by Thames Water to deliver a £21M strategic investment for the water company’s ring main in West London. The post Barhale awarded £21M West London shaft upgrade scheme for Thames Water ring main appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
MAY 13, 2024
Latest data from the National House Building Council suggests that the house-building sector has turned a corner.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Thames Water has gained consent for embankment trials to inform its plans for a new 150Mm3 reservoir in Oxfordshire. The post Thames Water gains consent for embankment trials ahead of new reservoir in Oxfordshire 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
Roads Online
MAY 13, 2024
A new production facility will enable Tyrecycle to process over 40,000 tonnes worth of end-of-life tyres. Image: ResourceCo. Tyrecycle’s line of crumb rubber products are helping to provide high-quality, sustainable options to the infrastructure sector. The opening of a new production facility is set to create further momentum. R ubberised road products have come a long way since in Australia they were first introduced in the 1970’s.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
South Korea’s state nuclear company is in early talks to develop a multibillion pound nuclear energy power plant on the island of Anglesey in Wales. The post South Korean state nuclear energy company in talks to develop Wylfa site appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
MAY 13, 2024
National Highways reports the successful completion of weekend works during its second closure of the M25 at Wisley.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
A temporary section of the main access hall for Australia’s Snowy 2.0 hydroelectric power project has been damaged by drill and blast works in its transformer hall. The post Snowy Hydro 2.0 | Drill and blast works accidentally damage main access tunnel appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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For Construction Pros
MAY 13, 2024
The essentials of connectivity – whether between people or between devices in an Internet of Things (IoT) solution – can be simpler and cheaper than you think.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Hydrogen has a key role to play in successfully delivering a low carbon economy. Together with electrification, it will help accelerate transformative decarbonisation, especially in sectors in which emissions are otherwise hard to abate. The post Hydrogen: the electroshock to the energy transition appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
PC Construction
MAY 13, 2024
Last week, I was honored to attend ENR’s annual Groundbreaking Women in Construction conference with fellow PC employee owner, Melanie Hurrell. This event was packed with female leaders from across the country collaborating, elevating and innovating by talking about shared experiences and discussing the future of the construction industry. A vast variety of topics were discussed, such as the future of generative AI, male allyship, diversity initiatives, boosting credentials and breaking barriers
New Civil Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
National Grid’s Great Grid Partnership (GGP) will foster the skills and talents needed to rapidly upgrade the UK’s energy network, according to enterprise members WSP and Aecom Arup JV. The post National Grid’s supply chain model will promote jobs and skills needed to upgrade the network appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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
Equipment World
MAY 13, 2024
Komatsu has introduced PC490HRD-11 excavator to the U.S. market with its new automatic quick boom-change system, which keeps the operator in the cab.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 13, 2024
Leicester City Council has released a £17M contract opportunity to design and construct the planned redevelopment of Leicester Station. The post £17M design and build Leicester Station redevelopment contract up for grabs appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
ENR Construction
MAY 13, 2024
To date, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has seen about $454 billion in funds announced, supporting more than 56,000 projects and funding awards. The update coincides with the start of Infrastructure Week.
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