Construction Dive

MARCH 15, 2024

“There is reason to believe that inflation will remain stubbornly high for months to come,” said ABC’s chief economist.

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Prodyogi

MARCH 15, 2024

When it comes to constructing robust and reliable buildings, there is one key element that serves as the backbone of modern construction projects - fabricated structural steel. From skyscrapers to bridges, warehouses to stadiums, fabricated structural steel plays a vital role in providing strength, durability, and versatility to a wide range of structures.

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Steel Fabrication 244

The Construction Index

MARCH 15, 2024

Balfour Beatty and Costain are among contractors selected to bring forward plans for the UK’s first commercial scale gas-fired power station with carbon capture.

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Prodyogi

MARCH 15, 2024

In the world of big construction projects, two-stage contracts are becoming popular. They're a smart way to handle tricky projects. But what exactly are they? Let's find out.What is Two-Stage Contracting? Two-stage contracting is a procurement method used in construction projects.

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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.

Risk Management

The Construction Index

MARCH 15, 2024

The UK Concrete Show is the place to see the very best that the concrete industry has to offer Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 15, 2024

Customer service is the heartbeat of any successful business. The unsung hero transforms a potential disaster into an opportunity and a mere transaction into a lifelong relationship. In the narrative of customer loyalty and retention, service is the protagonist. Your approach to customer service has the power to attract and retain clients. As a construction business owner, client service is critical to your company's success.

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The Construction Index

MARCH 15, 2024

Building services contractor TClarke plc has filed results showing record revenue and further growth ahead on the bank of the booming data centre market.

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Construction Placements

MARCH 15, 2024

IIT Madras Requirement 2024 for Superintending Engineer & Junior Technician | 41 Posts | 02-04-2024 IIT Madras Requirement 2024 for Superintending Engineer & Junior Technician with 41 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 02-04-2024 The post IIT Madras Requirement 2024 for Superintending Engineer & Junior Technician | 41 Posts | 02-04-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction News

MARCH 15, 2024

Two plant-hire companies at opposite ends of the UK are on the path towards liquidation or administration. Fife-based James Penman (Plant Hire) Limited announced on its website that its affairs, business and property have been managed by joint provisional liquidators since 5 March. In Cornwall,… The post Cornish and Scottish plant-hire firms collapse appeared first on Construction News.

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The Construction Index

MARCH 15, 2024

A 20-year regeneration project is reaching a conclusion in Glasgow with plans submitted for the final phase of Collegelands.

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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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Construction News

MARCH 15, 2024

A Labour MP has called for women to be explicitly mentioned in the law about the provision of personal protective equipment at work – saying its absence has “significant real-world consequences”. Emma Hardy, MP for Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle, said women “are not… The post Women should be mentioned in PPE law, says MP appeared first on Construction News.

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For Construction Pros

MARCH 15, 2024

With World of Asphalt 2024 less than two weeks away, Astec shows off more of what it plans to bring to the show, this time for asphalt plants and producers.

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Civil Engineer Blog

MARCH 15, 2024

Whether you are in the start-up phase of your business or already enjoying success, proper financial management is an essential part of any entrepreneurial endeavor. Every financial decision, spending cut or expense can have a drastic impact on the success of the business. These five tips are simple ways that any entrepreneur can cut business […] The post 5 Easy Ways for Entrepreneurs to Slash Business Costs first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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For Construction Pros

MARCH 15, 2024

SiteVision 5.0 enables users to create as-builts of the jobsite on the go, measure and plan resource allocation, reduce scan times, supplement drone data and model preconstruction conditions.

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Equipment World

MARCH 15, 2024

On this episode of The Dirt, we hear about the benefits of pull-type scrapers from K.A. Group, owner of K-Tec, Ashland, Metalcraft brands.

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The Construction Index

MARCH 15, 2024

Planning approval has been granted for a 47-storey block of flats on Birmingham’s Broad Street.

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New Civil Engineer

MARCH 15, 2024

Great Yarmouth’s new £121M bascule Herring Bridge that opened just over a month ago closes indefinitely for further investigations following numerous technical issues. The post Great Yarmouth’s new Herring Bridge closed indefinitely for further investigations appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 98

The Construction Index

MARCH 15, 2024

Enabling works start next month for an 18-month paint job on the Clifton Suspension Bridge.

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Painting/finishing 118

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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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New Civil Engineer

MARCH 15, 2024

Turner & Townsend has been appointed to Tata Group’s £4bn battery manufacturing plant in Somerset. The post Turner & Townsend lands role at £4bn gigafactory appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

MARCH 15, 2024

Willmott Dixon has appointed James Mackenzie as its new chief financial officer (CFO).

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New Civil Engineer

MARCH 15, 2024

The Blackheath rail tunnel between Blackheath and Charlton in south east London will close for 10 weeks this summer as Network Rail conducts £10M worth of essential repairs. The post Blackheath rail tunnel to close for 10 weeks in summer for £10M worth of essential repairs appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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For Construction Pros

MARCH 15, 2024

How a Canadian contractor found a significant benefit from utilizing a generator to power battery-powered tower crane.

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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

New Civil Engineer

MARCH 15, 2024

The £400M National Grid project to upgrade and reinforce Yorkshire’s power network has been green lit by secretary of state for energy security and net zero, Claire Coutinho. The post £400M National Grid project to upgrade Yorkshire power network granted development consent appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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For Construction Pros

MARCH 15, 2024

Women heavy-equipment operators competed in construction worksite challenges at Caterpillar's first Women in Construction Celebration from March 13-14 in North Carolina.

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Construction Equipment 81

New Civil Engineer

MARCH 15, 2024

A Skanska-led joint venture has been appointed to upgrade a terminal at the Port of Virginia. The post Skanska JV lands $85M container port upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 103

For Construction Pros

MARCH 15, 2024

How a Canadian contractor found a significant benefit from utilizing a generator to power battery-powered tower crane.

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Cost Control

New Civil Engineer

MARCH 15, 2024

More than 5,000 tonnes of material slipped beneath a 50-metre section of the railway last Friday (March 8) after persistent heavy rainfall over the winter had weakened the earthwork beneath. Engineers from Network Rail and Murphy have been working around the clock since, in a… The post Drone footage reveals scale of Shropshire railway landslip appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

MARCH 15, 2024

Grant Findlay is executive managing director, buildings at Sir Robert McAlpine The past few years have presented something of a challenge to the construction industry. For the best part of a decade global supply chains have had to contend with disruption caused by the apparent… The post The rise of onshoring appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Management 69

ENR Construction

MARCH 15, 2024

Daily canal transits have been slashed due to drought conditions. Officials have proposed building a new reservoir to meet the waterway's needs.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 15, 2024

Businesses in the manufacturing sector should take a more empathetic approach to employee wellbeing and culture. This is according to a survey on culture in manufacturing by O.C. Tanner. The manufacturing sector is one of many that has been under the microscope in recent years due to its male-dominated environment. Currently, women make up only 26% of the manufacturing workforce in the UK.

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