Construction Dive

JULY 18, 2024

For one thing, the Department of Labor’s regulations may not fare well under federal courts’ scrutiny post-Chevron, a former DOL official told HR Dive.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

Reston, Va. – ASCE’s latest Manual of Practice, Geoenvironmental Engineering: Site Contaminant Characterization, Containment Facilities, Solid Waste Materials, and Contaminated Ground Interventions, MOP 159, provides an overview of a variety of aspects of geoenvironmental engineering, outlining design procedures and recommendations in engineering practice.

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Construction Dive

JULY 18, 2024

Skanska USA says its outreach programs in Ohio and Tennessee have had a real impact in removing the stigma around sensitive subjects.

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Prodyogi

JULY 18, 2024

Concrete is inherently brittle. To enhance its load-bearing capacity and resistance to bending stress, reinforcement is added, resulting in reinforced cement concrete (RCC). However, RCC still tends to fracture in a brittle manner under flexural stress.Engineered Cement Composites (ECC), commonly known as bendable concrete, offer a superior solution to this limitation.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 18, 2024

Purchasing a home for the first time can be a major milestone. Due to high costs, however, this goal is becoming more challenging to achieve. A recent study from personal finance company WalletHub shows first-time buyers accounted for only 32% of the housing market last year, below the historical average of 40%. When it comes to buying a home for the first time, the study shows the Midwest is the most affordable place to purchase a home, but in terms of city size and cost of living, WalletHub fo

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The Pro Builder

JULY 18, 2024

Elevated housing costs are not just impacting American homebuyers. A recent study from the National Association of Realtors shows foreign purchases were down by more than 21% year-over-year. Foreign buyers purchased $42 billion worth of U.S. existing homes from April 2023 through March 2024, accounting for 54,300 properties. This is the fewest amount of foreign purchases since NAR began tracking this data in 2009.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois – Fehr Graham , a leading Midwest engineering and environmental firm, helped the City of Centralia secure an $883,702 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to improve its infrastructure. Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $41 million in awards to repair water, sewer and drainage systems in 32 communities.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 18, 2024

The home renovation industry—including architectural and design as well as construction professionals—is experiencing modest growth in business activity. According to the Q3 2024 Renovation Barometer from home remodeling and design company Houzz, businesses in both sectors are cautiously optimistic about the remainder of the year. While the outlook for construction firms remains positive, their Expected Business Activity Indicator—which measures project inquiries and new committed projects—dropp

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

SAN DIEGO, CA – STV, a professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today announced that it has signed a contract with the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) to support the replacement of five traction power substations (TPSS) crucial for powering the agency’s electric-powered trolley system.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 18, 2024

Natural disasters pose an increasing threat to the housing market, risking damage and decreasing property values. Despite these risks, people still choose to move to areas prone to natural disasters, often due to affordability or attractive climates. According to housing market data tracker Redfin, the number of people moving to flood-prone counties has more than doubled since 2020.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 18, 2024

At 39 m (129 ft), the project will replace the existing 80-year-old, 23-m (78-ft)-tall tower on the airport’s grounds. Photo courtesy Conica Undertaken by Marlon Blackwell Architects, this project will replace an existing 80-year-old, 23-m (78-ft)-tall tower at Columbus Municipal Airport in Indiana. The 39-m (129-ft) tower’s shape has been designed to resemble the aerodynamic lines of an aircraft and will be clad in aluminum and stainless steel.

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The Construction Index

JULY 18, 2024

Research published by the Construction Leadership Council suggests that construction product manufacturers are still living in the 20th century.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

Safeguarding resilience across the UK’s critical infrastructure is becoming increasingly complex. Asset owners and operators must maintain uninterrupted operations while adapting to unpredictable markets, cybersecurity threats and interoperability challenges. Key to navigating these complexities is establishing a reliable digital backbone, where data emerges as a… The post Data: The unsung hero of digital transformation?

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The Construction Index

JULY 18, 2024

Anderson Strathern solicitor Michael Collins issues a warning for the construction sector following a Scottish appeal court decision on time bar Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Construction Placements

JULY 18, 2024

Job Titles in the Real Estate Industry: A Comprehensive Guide Explore a wide range of job titles in the real estate industry. This guide provides detailed descriptions of various roles, helping you understand the responsibilities and expertise required for each. The post Job Titles in the Real Estate Industry: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Construction Index

JULY 18, 2024

Nearly three million heat pumps will need to be installed in homes across the UK if 2030 net zero targets are to be met, according to government advisers.

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Equipment World

JULY 18, 2024

The new zero-emissions machine, unveiled at Intermat 2024, is powered by liquid-cooled batteries and has a rated operating capacity of 5,511 pounds.

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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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The Construction Index

JULY 18, 2024

Kier has been awarded a £200m contract by the Ministry of Justice to expand to HMP Channings Wood, a Category C men’s prison near Newton Abbot in Devon.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

Tunnel boring machine (TBM) Florence on Australia’s Snowy Hydro 2.0 project has recommenced work after nearly two months trapped in hard rock, while major excavation work elsewhere on the project is progressing well. The post Snowy 2.0 | TBM resumes work after 2 months trapped, surge shaft excavation passes 95m appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

JULY 18, 2024

Build-to-rent developer Platform has secured planning permission to put up a 20-storey development of 355 flats in Milton Keynes city centre.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

The European Union has allocated a record €7bn (£5.9bn) to 134 sustainable transport projects on the continent through its Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), including the Fehmarnbelt, Rail Baltica and a duo of Irish ports. The post Fehmarnbelt, Rail Baltica, Irish ports among 134 projects to share £5.9bn EU funding boost appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

JULY 18, 2024

A change in the towing regulations means that it is now possible to get permission to tow a trailer behind construction plant.

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Civil Engineer Blog

JULY 18, 2024

Roofing, of late, has undergone some radical transformations. Roofing, in years gone by, was all about cost-effective means to sheltering buildings. But, as time goes on, there has been some more technologically savvy approaches taken to the world of roofing. Now, sustainability and environmentally friendly solutions are at the heart of the roofing industry.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

Oxfordshire County Council has granted planning consent to the £176M Oxford flood alleviation scheme, but it must be referred to central government before it receives a full green light. The post £176M Oxford flood defence scheme passes major planning hurdle appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

JULY 18, 2024

Scotland’s Construction Quality Improvement Collaborative has reached a milestone of 100 organisations committing to its quality charter.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

The UK is not on track to meet its 2030 target on the way to net zero unless “urgent action” is taken including the rapid ramp up of low-carbon technologies, the government’s independent climate advisor has warned. The post ‘Urgent action’ needed to meet 2030 net zero targets, government climate advisor warns appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

JULY 18, 2024

CLOCS-A is a relatively new regulatory program that places an emphasis on safety and efficiency. Image: stock.adobe.com/IKT224. Road regulatory programs continue to expand across Australia’s transport network, with international expertise being adopted by local authorities for their implementation. What are these programs and what does this adoption mean for Australia?

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 18, 2024

VolkerFitzpatrick will develop a concept design of new maintenance facilities at Cockfosters Depot as part of its early contractor involvement (ECI) work for Transport for London’s (TfL) Piccadilly Line upgrade (PLU). The post VolkerFitzpatrick wins Cockfosters Depot contract for Piccadilly Line Upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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