The Pro Builder

AUGUST 20, 2024

Rhode Island builder Jeff Sweenor offers important considerations for picking weather-resistant windows and tips for installing them in oceanfront homes.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 20, 2024

Lower state DOT staffing levels correspond with higher project costs, while a lack of contractor competition drives up prices, researchers found.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 20, 2024

The construction industry has been historically dominated by men, but in the past several years, more women have been breaking into the trades workforce. In a recent interview, Construction Dive spoke with Carla Wynn, who works as both a safety manager for Oklahoma City-based T&T Industrial and as an instructor at Construct My Future, a summer day camp for middle school girls who are considering a career in the construction industry.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Australian company is moving away from international projects with a plan to deploy funds from divesting into successful sectors at home.

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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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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 20, 2024

As home prices remain elevated, some homebuyers are searching for housing in lesser-known areas of the U.S. In particular, rural regions of the country are experiencing a slight spike in population, with some places seeing higher rates of growth than others. To understand these trends, GoBankingRates put together a list of the top rural housing markets that are likely to see an influx of buyers during 2025.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 20, 2024

Los Angeles-based Tutor Perini resubmitted its bid after cost overruns put the job on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 20, 2024

SR 400 Peach Partners, which includes Dragados, ACS Infrastructure and Parsons, will build and operate the toll lanes.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

Covers HDPE Water Pipelines Up to 60-Inch Diameter and 10,000-Foot-Long Pull IRVING, TX – A new document for small and large diameter high-density polyethylene (HDPE) PE4710 pressure water piping systems using horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is now available. MAB Model Specification for the Installation of PE4710 Water Service, Distribution, and Transmission Pipes by Horizontal Directional Drilling (MAB-11-2024) is available for free download at www.plasticpipe.org/mabpubs It was develop

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 20, 2024

Simple pricing mistakes could be harming your profits. This article shows you how to avoid that by understanding margin vs. markup.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 20, 2024

ISN® certification is crucial for contractors aiming to work with industry leaders like Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA), one of 2024’s top new ISN® hiring clients. Joining ISNetworld® represents a major step forward, as EGA seeks to streamline its contractor management process. In this blog, we will guide you through the essential steps to achieve ISN® certification , unlocking the opportunity to work with EGA.

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Construction News

AUGUST 20, 2024

Contractors have seen first light of a £100m job to build a new British embassy in Beijing. The bumper project will involve the demolition of the entire site, as well as the nearby ambassador’s residence. Rebuilding work will then commence, which will also include a… The post Details emerge of £100m British embassy build appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

AUGUST 20, 2024

Becoming a Construction Entrepreneur: A Comprehensive Guide to Building Your Business in the Modern Industry Discover the essential strategies for becoming a successful construction entrepreneur. From understanding industry trends to embracing innovation, this guide covers everything you need to build and grow your construction business in today's market.

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Construction News

AUGUST 20, 2024

A building-control firm has gone under after its application to be listed by the new regulator failed, leaving projects in the lurch. PWC Building Control Services issued a statement saying it had gone into voluntary liquidation after the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) rejected its application… The post Sign-offs at risk as building-control firm goes into liquidation appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

AUGUST 20, 2024

121 Quotes About Building Construction: Inspiring Wisdom for Builders and Architects Discover a collection of 121 powerful quotes about building construction, offering inspiration and wisdom for architects, builders, and construction enthusiasts alike. The post 121 Quotes About Building Construction: Inspiring Wisdom for Builders and Architects appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation has appointed six construction companies to build single living accommodation for the armed forces.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2024

Do you live in an older home and wonder if you might have water issues? Older homes often come with a unique set of challenges, and water problems are among the most common. These issues can develop gradually, making them easy to miss until they cause significant damage. Water issues in older homes aren’t always easy to spot. The signs can be subtle and may not immediately appear as obvious problems.

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 20, 2024

Glasgow City Council has approved plans for a 36-storey student accommodation block to be built on the site of an old tax office.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

The expansion of London City Airport from 6.5M to 9M passengers per annum has been approved by the government, subject to conditions including a ban on some weekend flights. The post Mixed response to London City Airport expansion as government backs scheme, with conditions appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 20, 2024

UK contractor Mace has won a programme management role in the construction of a new airport in Saudi Arabia.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

The crucial final investment decision (Fid) for the new nuclear power plant Sizewell C is unlikely to be agreed until 2025, according to recent reports. The post Sizewell C final investment decision unlikely before 2024 year end appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 20, 2024

A wood recycling company has been fined after an employee was killed by a loading shovel five years ago.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

Shetland Islands Council has appointed Stantec to conduct its own consultation on proposals to construct tunnels connecting a number of the islands with the mainland and to each other. The post Shetland Islands Council appoints Stantec to conduct ‘own’ consultation on inter-island tunnels 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

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 20, 2024

Demolition starts today of a 200-year-old footbridge over the River Ribble in Preston.

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Engineering 122

New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

Environmental product declarations (EPDs) for four generic asphalt product types used on UK roads have been published by MPA Asphalt. The post Asphalt environmental product declarations enable ‘reliable comparisons’ of construction materials’ performance appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 20, 2024

James Rowbotham has been appointed the new chair of the Construction Productivity Taskforce.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

The prime minister Keir Starmer has met with the Welsh first minister Eluned Morgan to “reset” relationships between the two nations in making Britain a “clean energy superpower”. The post PM and Welsh first minister ‘reset’ to make Britain ‘a clean energy superpower’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is shining the spotlight on some of the UK’s most challenging and creative building projects.

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Construction News

AUGUST 20, 2024

Lendlease has blamed substantial restructuring costs, as it posted a £700m-plus financial loss across its global operations. The Australian contractor also revealed that its remediation provision for building-safety work in the UK had surged to A$365m (£188.9m) – a jump of nearly A$50m (£25.9m) in… The post Lendlease loss tops £700m as remediation provision surges appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 20, 2024

Three contractors have been shortlisted for the £155M dualling of the A9, from Tay Crossing to Ballinluig. The post Transport Scotland names three on shortlist for next stage of A9 dualling appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 99

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Portage Bay Bridge in Seattle will get a $1.4B upgrade with two new parallel bridges that meet current seismic resiliency standards. Photo courtesy Skanska USA The Portage Bay Bridge in Seattle will get a $1.4B upgrade with two new parallel bridges that meet current seismic resiliency standards. The eastbound bridge will extend the regional bicycle and pedestrian SR 520 Trail across Portage Bay, connecting to Seattle’s non-motorized trail network.

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