Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

By Ezequiel Tovar , Ownership Transition Analyst, Zweig Group From The Zweig Letter What qualities give founders peace of mind and the necessary trust to hand over the reins of their business? There are crucial components that will allow the founder(s) of your firm to confidently sell to the next tier of leaders. Succession planning is not only a time for the owners of the business to reap the rewards of their labor, but, most importantly, it’s a time to invest in the success of the next generat

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Construction Dive

MAY 15, 2024

New work increased 2.4% last month, but only time will tell if construction optimism is justified in the face of fresh headwinds, said ABC’s chief economist.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

As program manager, WSP provides comprehensive support for innovative modular construction plan at world’s busiest airport. ATLANTA — WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, joined airport, city and federal leaders, including U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, for the start of a long-awaited expansion of Concourse D at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

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Construction Dive

MAY 15, 2024

A new ABC report points to yet another sign that inflation is accelerating and that interest rates are set to stay higher for longer.

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Construction Equipment

The Pro Builder

MAY 15, 2024

No Compromise on Style kcichowicz Wed, 05/15/2024 - 13:16 Join Savaria expert Allan Thompson for an overview of the cab fixtures, finishes, gates and automatic doors available on our traditional home elevators. Enabled Active No Compromise on Style Video ID 6352965721112 Video Duration 0:04:14.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 15, 2024

New Heat Pump Takes a Sleek Approach to Home Climate Solutions csweeney Wed, 05/15/2024 - 14:14 Startup Quilt is putting a fresh face on heat pumps to save homeowners money on their energy bills Quilt, a startup launched by former Google designer Paul Lambert, aims to boost the adoption of heat pumps by tackling two issues that currently deter many consumers from getting a heat pump for their homes: information about heat pump installation and costs isn’t readily available to consumers, and heat

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HVAC System Installation Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems Wall Systems 130

Construction Dive

MAY 15, 2024

It’s the contech giant’s third acquisition of a niche technology provider in just over a year.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 15, 2024

Single-Family Permits Increased by 26% During March csweeney Wed, 05/15/2024 - 12:45 The total number of single-family permits reached 241,311 year-to-date, with the West seeing the greatest rise Single-family housing supply is growing, with recent data showing an increase in housing permits of nearly 26% year-over-year, the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing reports.

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Permits 130

Construction Dive

MAY 15, 2024

Drone-powered roof inspections, cloud-based estimating solutions and fungi-fueled recycling tech earned venture capital in recent months.

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Construction Management

The Pro Builder

MAY 15, 2024

Green Upgrade Calculator Brings Clarity to Energy Efficiency csweeney Wed, 05/15/2024 - 13:15 The tool can be used by home contractors, energy advisors, and decarbonization analysts Energy professionals can now provide clear answers to homeowner questions about environmentally friendly solutions. Rocky Mountain Institute, a nonprofit organization with a focus on sustainability, recently unveiled its Green Upgrade Calculator.

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Construction Dive

MAY 15, 2024

With high dissatisfaction rates, young tech workers pointed to career development as a vital aspect of engagement and retention in a recent survey.

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Surveying 167

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

Read, a licensed architect with over three decades of industry experience, joins the Industrial + Logistics senior leadership team based in HFA’s Dallas-Fort Worth studio. BENTONVILLE, Arkansas — HFA Architects + Engineers has named Barry Read , AIA, Industrial + Logistics Senior Lead in the firm’s DFW studio. During his nearly 35 years as a licensed architect, Read has had the opportunity to work on various public and private sector projects, including working with the Department of D

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

The National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) has warned that not upgrading rail infrastructure north of Bimringham that that the cancelled High Speed 2 (HS2) Phase 2 was due to serve is not a sustainable option. The post NIC review: ‘do nothing’ scenario for rail infrastructure in cancelled HS2 area ‘not sustainable’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

Vice Chair Role Will be Followed by Two Years as Chair of Organization to Promote Women in Transportation Erin Slayton Erin Slayton, P.E., has been elected to the executive committee of WTS International, continuing a tradition of notable HDR participation in WTS. Her initial two-year term as vice chair will be followed by two years as chair and then two years serving as past chair of the 9,000-member organization committed to furthering women in transportation.

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

Balfour Beatty Vinci (BBV) joint venture has completed the 22m deep tunnel portal at Washwood Heath in the east of Birmingham, which is where High Speed 2 (HS2) trains will emerge on their way into the city centre. The post HS2’s Bromford Tunnel portal completed at Washwood Heath and Water Orton appeal recovered appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 113

The Construction Index

MAY 15, 2024

Tilbury Douglas saw 25% revenue growth in 2023 and returned to profit. saw 25% revenue growth in 2023 and returned to profit.

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

Construction work has begun to turn Ardersier Port into an energy transition facility leveraging both fixed and floating offshore wind capabilities. The post Construction work to turn North Sea port into fixed and floating offshore wind hub begins appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 108

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Construction Placements

MAY 15, 2024

UPSC Recruitment 2024 for various Posts | 83 Posts | 30-05-2024 UPSC Recruitment 2024 for various Posts with 83 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 30-05-2024 The post UPSC Recruitment 2024 for various Posts | 83 Posts | 30-05-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Engineering 106

Construction News

MAY 15, 2024

Martin Barnfield is head of manufacturing at Painter Brothers, part of Balfour Beatty Group In an era marked by constant change and innovation, companies in the manufacturing and construction sector face a multitude of challenges. With fierce global competition for skilled workers, combined with high… The post The future of the steel industry demands skills investment appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

MAY 15, 2024

Ace Your Next Job Interview with Our Advanced Interview Preparation Timeline Calculator: A Step-by-Step Guide Prepare for your next job interview like a pro with our advanced interview preparation timeline calculator. This step-by-step guide helps you organize your preparation, ensuring you cover all essential aspects to make a lasting impression. Boost your confidence and increase your chances of success with our comprehensive tool.

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Construction News

MAY 15, 2024

The construction industry needs more than 250,000 extra workers to cope with output growth over the next five years, the sector’s training board has said. Around 50,000 extra workers will be needed each year from 2024 to 2028 to meet demand, according to the Construction… The post Quarter of a million new workers needed by 2028, CITB says appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

A prototype Automated Tunnel Robotic Installation System (Atris) has been developed to autonomously select brackets, locate where they need to be mounted along a tunnel wall, and install them. The post Pioneering robotic and AI tech set to boost productivity of services installation in tunnels by 40% appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Wall Systems Engineering 102

For Construction Pros

MAY 15, 2024

Milestone Contractors used recycled materials, reclaimed water, and captured CO2 for the construction of runway 5R-23L at the Indianapolis International Airport.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability 105

New Civil Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

Turbine blades as long as 150m will be tested at “the most advanced testing facility” in Blyth, Northumberland, following the announcement of £86M of funding from the UKRI Infrastructure Fund. The post £86M funding for new ‘super wind turbine’ test facility in Northumberland appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 102

For Construction Pros

MAY 15, 2024

Jose Hernandez and his brother Pete started their asphalt business with nothing, but discovered an out-of-the-box recruitment method to find quality employees.

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Construction News

MAY 15, 2024

Bam Construction has taken a big financial hit on Manchester’s Co-op Live arena after delays sent costs spiralling by £85m, the scheme’s developer has said. Project costs have already ballooned from £365m to £400m and are expected to rise to £450m, arena boss Tim Leiweke… The post Bam takes Co-op Live loss ‘on the chin’ appeared first on Construction News.

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For Construction Pros

MAY 15, 2024

The company listed $27.4 billion in sales in the sector overall, crediting online selling and demos at CONEXPO-CON/AGG as some of the reasons for its growth.

Construction Equipment 105

Construction Equipment 105

The Construction Index

MAY 15, 2024

The National Infrastructure Commission has called for faster decision-making from government to achieve carbon reduction targets.

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