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Florida bill would allow minors to do roofing work

Construction Dive

The legislation, which would permit teens 16 and older to work on roofing projects, also expands recruitment efforts in the trades.

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Boston’s First Passive House-Certified Homes

The Pro Builder

Boston’s First Passive House-Certified Homes qpurcell Tue, 11/28/2023 - 13:10 It was -10 degrees Fahrenheit during a brutal Boston winter. But inside one of three Brucewood Homes , it was a relatively pleasant 55 degrees—with the heating system turned off. The homeowner had switched off the heat to test the efficient, high-performance home. Another homeowner who had long suffered from seasonal allergies found that, in their Brucewood home, those allergies had become a thing of the past.

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7 airport expansions to watch

Construction Dive

From St. Louis to Denver, Houston and Des Moines, aviation projects are taking off, boosted by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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WALTER P MOORE ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION IN PARKING CONSULTING TEAM

Civil + Structural Engineer

Chad Snyder Assumes Managing Director Position in Houston HOUSTON, TX — Global engineering firm, Walter P Moore, announces a key transition within the firm’s Parking Consulting team which provides a comprehensive suite of services for planning, designing, and operating parking systems both nationally and internationally. Chad Snyder has been promoted to Managing Director for the Parking Consulting team’s Houston office, serving the central region of the country effective immediately.

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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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The Dotted Line: Change orders often spark conflict, but they don’t have to

Construction Dive

While disputes between contractors and design teams are growing, planning and communication can mitigate this friction, legal experts say.

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How Earthquake-Proof Buildings are Designed in 2023?

Prodyogi

Architects and engineers in 2023 are crafting earthquake-proof buildings using smart designs and innovative materials. These advancements are crucial for ensuring utmost stability and safety for everyone inside.New Wilshire Grand Center, CaliforniaIn this article, we will discuss in brief the basics of earthquake-proof buildings and related innovations.

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YouthBuild Teaches Construction Skills While Helping Refurbish Homes

The Pro Builder

YouthBuild Teaches Construction Skills While Helping Refurbish Homes ibush Tue, 11/28/2023 - 17:59 Participants work to refurbish homes for women experiencing domestic violence and gain skills in carpentry, heating and air conditioning, plumbing, and drywall in the process Teens and young adults in Illinois from Thurgood Marshall Learning Center and Rock Island High School, in Rock Island, and from Black Hawk College Adult Ed, in Moline, are gaining skills while serving their communities as they

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Office construction may never return to pre-pandemic levels

Construction Dive

Despite some massive office projects scraping the sky, Dodge chief economist Richard Branch still expects starts in the sector to tumble.

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Modular Home Building Pioneer Veev to Shut Down

The Pro Builder

Modular Home Building Pioneer Veev to Shut Down ibush Tue, 11/28/2023 - 14:46 The Bay Area startup, once valued at $1 billion, lost funding and is now on the verge of closure Veev, an Israeli technology-enabled home building startup based in Hayward, Calif., hoped the construction of more modular homes could help tackle the chronic shortage of housing in the U.S.

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Apartment starts plummet nearly 32%

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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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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Stellar Saves Hundreds of Hours per Project with Clarity for Revit

Civil + Structural Engineer

Established in 1985, Stellar is an industry-leading design-build firm that incorporates architecture, engineering, and construction into an integrated approach. Each division focuses on its area of expertise, and they work together to provide clients with the one-on-one attention required to achieve the company’s mission of creating long-term value by understanding each customer’s goals and delivering comprehensive, innovative solutions that exceed their expectations.

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Profits fall for many public firms, due partly to inflation

Construction Dive

Amid soaring costs, several construction industry giants reported lower gains in recent earnings reports.

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How Earthquake-Proof Buildings are Designed in 2023?

Prodyogi

Architects and engineers in 2023 are crafting earthquake-proof buildings using smart designs and innovative materials. These advancements are crucial for ensuring utmost stability and safety for everyone inside.New Wilshire Grand Center, CaliforniaIn this article, we will discuss in brief the basics of earthquake-proof buildings and related innovations.

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PCL scores second phase of $220M Toronto stadium rehab

Construction Dive

The contractor has recycled more than 26 million tons of concrete at the home of baseball’s Toronto Blue Jays.

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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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Bosch Power Tools Donates Products to Local Schools' Trades Training on Giving Tuesday

The Pro Builder

Bosch Power Tools Donates Products to Local Schools' Trades Training on Giving Tuesday ibush Tue, 11/28/2023 - 09:14 Bosch is donating more than $20,000 worth of tools and accessories to four high school and pre-college construction trade programs across the U.S. As the demand for skilled workers in construction continues to grow, Bosch Power Tools is stepping up to donate a range of its tools to skilled trades training programs across the U.S. in honor of Giving Tuesday, according to a recent n

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Submissions open for construction site Holiday Lights contest

Construction Dive

Enter by Dec. 15 to show off your company’s holiday spirit in Construction Dive's annual competition.

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Generosity as a Practice: How Procore is Celebrating Giving Tuesday 2023

Procore

Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement that aims to elevate the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world around them. Procore embraces this day as an opportunity to celebrate employee volunteering, collaborate with other philanthropic organizations, and give back to the construction industry.  Procore employees participate in community engagement activities year-round, from collaborating with our construction nonprofit partners like Habitat for

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Over half of builders have struggled with mental health

Construction News

More than 50 per cent of construction workers say they have struggled with their mental health, according to software provider Causeway Technologies. The survey was carried out by Causeway’s mental health ambassador, former England footballer Trevor Steven. Steven spoke to more than 1,400 workers over… The post Over half of builders have struggled with mental health appeared first on Construction News.

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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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UW’s new hybrid mass timber building advances Seattle Building Code

Construction Specifier

The University of Washington’s (UW’s) Health Sciences and Education Building (HSEB) in Seattle features a sustainable structural system with cross-laminated timber (CLT), steel, and concrete. The system impacted Seattle Building Code, which previously did not have provisions for hybrid mass timber structures. At the project outset, due to the horizontal floor plan, a through-and-through CLT structure would not be possible.

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Reinstatement of abandoned Portadown to Armagh railway line in Northern Ireland gets technical backing

New Civil Engineer

Reinstatement of Northern Ireland’s abandoned railway between Portadown and Armagh is “technically deliverable” according to a study conducted by Aecom on behalf of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Borough Council. The post Reinstatement of abandoned Portadown to Armagh railway line in Northern Ireland gets technical backing appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Two hurt in Edinburgh crane collapse

Construction News

Two people have been treated by paramedics after a crane collapsed at a construction site in Edinburgh this morning. The jib of a Jaso J380PA luffing crane, owned and operated by Falcon Tower Crane Services, fell down at the Stead’s Place residential development shortly before… The post Two hurt in Edinburgh crane collapse appeared first on Construction News.

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Aston Martin’s Q New York sets precedent in luxury retail design

Construction Specifier

The “Champagne Frame” serves as a grand window system, allowing visitors to take a look at iconic Aston Martin models. Photo courtesy Aston Martin has partnered with Alexander Zilberman Architecture (AZA) to unveil Q New York, its inaugural ultra-luxury flagship showroom at 450 Park Ave. The showroom unites digital and physical elements to connect clients intimately with their dream cars.

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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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OSHA "walkaround" proposal faces construction industry opposition

Equipment World

The opposition follows the proposed “Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process” proposal on who may accompany OSHA jobsite inspections.

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Concrete works commence at German portal of Fehmarnbelt tunnel

New Civil Engineer

Construction of the German portal of the Fehmarnbelt fixed link at Puttgarden on the island of Fehmarn has commenced. The post Concrete works commence at German portal of Fehmarnbelt tunnel appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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How do You Select the Perfect Lamp for Your House Lighting Design?

Civil Engineer Blog

The choices that are available make the task of buying a new lamp complicated. The lamp you choose should provide good light and look great in your home decoration. You also don’t want to spend more than you have to. To make the lamp buying process easier by following these tips below. First you need […] The post How do You Select the Perfect Lamp for Your House Lighting Design?

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Sacramento’s theater makeover deeply alludes to the city’s tree culture

Construction Specifier

The renovation and expansion project of the aging, brutalist-style SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center added an aluminum scrim, reminiscent of a tree canopy, to integrate the building with the surrounding urban landscape and incorporate Sacramento’s culture of trees. The scrim design, with three variants of hexagonal perforations, features a material palette emphasizing transparency, a stark contrast to the previous opaque concrete facade, creating a more inviting presence at the pedestrian

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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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IPA wants AI, modern methods of construction, infrastructure pipeline to be ‘business as usual’ by 2025

New Civil Engineer

Use of artificial intelligence (AI), implementation of modern methods of construction (MMC) and a comprehensive pipeline of work should be “business as usual” in infrastructure delivery by 2025, according to the Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA). The post IPA wants AI, modern methods of construction, infrastructure pipeline to be ‘business as usual’ by 2025 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Critical Component of Integrated Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

A critical component of Integrated Project Delivery is objective, verifiable, granular local market cost data and and associated and an associated detailed scope of work (SOW) fully communicated with and agreed to by all participants and stakeholders. While IPD has been marketed as an improvement to traditional construction delivery methods (Sutter Health, etc.) and clearly demonstrated obvious benefit, the process has not been maximized.

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Innovative Thinker | Expedition Engineering’s Eva MacNamara advocates biodiversity impact consideration during material selection

New Civil Engineer

Civil engineers should consider the biodiversity impact of the materials they specify says Expedition Engineering's Eva MacNamara. The post Innovative Thinker | Expedition Engineering’s Eva MacNamara advocates biodiversity impact consideration during material selection appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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STOP using ACFs – The inherent flaws of Area Cost Factors

Job Order Contracting

STOP using ACFs – The inherent flaws of Area Cost Factors There are multiple false assumptions associated with Military Construction Budgeting and Area Cost Factors. As a result, more than 40 years after the introduction of area cost factors (ACFs), the Department of Defense (and the Federal Government in general) is no closer to its goals of having construction cost estimates match actual construction costs, or properly adjusting for regional (location based) and/or time-based cost varian

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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.