Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

An airplane hangar being built by Meridian, Idaho-based Big D Builders collapsed yesterday afternoon at the Boise Airport.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Gov. Beshear, federal and state officials join the Engineering & Public Works Roadshow to highlight how public works, engineering improve communities with infrastructure investment FRANKFORT, KY – A critical infrastructure project that will connect the state and unlock significant opportunities for economic development, jobs and opportunity for eastern Kentucky was showcased by the national Engineering and Public Works Roadshow today at an event in the rotunda of the New State Capitol Buildi

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Updates to prevailing wage laws will impact builders looking to win in the booming federal infrastructure market.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Weighing the Effects of the Fed's and Treasury's Latest Announcements ibush Thu, 02/01/2024 - 15:09 The upshot of the Jan. 31 announcements is that while mortgage rates will stay higher for longer, they're likely to hold steady During its Jan. 31 meeting on Wednesday, the Federal Reserve confirmed it's holding interest rates steady, according to real estate services site Redfin.

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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

Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The retailer aims to build or convert more than 150 locations by 2029 and remodel 650 stores during the next 12 months.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Railway stations could be more accessible if powers over them were devolved to regional transport authorities, according to Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham. The post Burnham says devolving power over stations would see accessibility improved sooner appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 131

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Photo of Jeffersonville downtown in Indiana. The city will house Meta’s $800 million data center campus. Photo courtesy Censusdata, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, WhatsApp, and others, has revealed plans to establish a nearly 65,000-m 2 (700,000-sf) facility, carrying an $800 million price tag, at the River Ridge Commerce Center in Jeffersonville, Ind.

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For Construction Pros

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In the largest job to-date for South Eastern Commercial Property Services Inc., they tackled a secretive service project for the National Security Agency (NSA), where they weren't even allowed to bring their phones. They went above and beyond!

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Construction News

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Dragados has been named as the preferred bidder to build a £100m freight terminal in Lincolnshire. The Spanish firm was appointed to the first stage of a two-stage contract to design and build a facility for roll-on/roll-off (RORO) ships at the Port of Immingham on… The post Dragados selected for £100m freight terminal appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Grade I listed Powick Old Bridge on the outskirts of Worcester has been closed to pedestrians and cyclists following the collapse of a foundation caused by recent flooding. The post Medieval Worcester bridge closed following foundation collapse appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 126

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Construction News

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A senior figure in the crane industry has called for mobile cranes to be subject to the same regulations and licensing as HGVs. Peter Gibbs, who chairs the Construction Plant-hire Association’s mobile crane interest group, told Construction News that he believes the machinery should be… The post Government urged to apply HGV regulation to mobile cranes appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Machinery 104

New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

“Hotels” for kittiwakes, a protected bird species, have been installed on the Tyne Bridge in preparation for the full restoration of the structure as it reaches its centenary. The post Kittiwake hotels built on Tyne Bridge in advance of main restoration works appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 119

Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Power of Construction Cloud: Streamlining Efficiency and Collaboration Discover how the construction cloud is revolutionizing the industry, streamlining efficiency, and enhancing collaboration. The post The Power of Construction Cloud: Streamlining Efficiency and Collaboration appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The start of 2024 has seen a number of changes amongst the big contractors and consultancies. As the industry continues to celebrate sustainability, firms such as Arup, Balfour Beatty, Galliford Try and Ramboll are bolstering their environment departments. The post Movers and shakers: Biggest construction and engineering appointments in January 2024 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Advantages of Steel Structure Building: A Comprehensive Guide Discover the countless benefits of steel structure buildings in this comprehensive guide. The post The Advantages of Steel Structure Building: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction News

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Andrew Kitley is managing director of Kitall In the construction sector, the extent of support for neurodivergent individuals significantly varies depending on the employer. A notable observation is that the highest levels of awareness and support are often found in companies where leadership openly identifies… The post How the construction industry can better support neurodiversity appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Management 98

New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Costain has completed front end engineering design (Feed) for two carbon capture projects on Teesside. The post Costain completes engineering design for two carbon capture projects on Teesside appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A strong financial base in construction is as vital for success as a solid physical foundation is for any building project. Despite this, both general contractors and subcontractors struggle with the complexities of the payment process and face significant cash flow obstacles. Paired with razor-thin profit margins, it’s increasingly difficult for construction firms to build and maintain the financial foundation necessary to compete and thrive in the industry.

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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.

Construction Equipment

New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Electrification of heat, transport and industry is essential if the UK is to achieve net zero by 2050 and, as a result, electricity demand is expected to double over the next 25 years. The post UK’s Connections Action Plan is critical to net zero but calls for fast action to implement appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 111

Civil Engineer Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

So you’ve bought a swanky bar table for your bar space. What you need to do next is shop for the bar stools which will create the perfect ambience. Wooden bar stools are usually the most versatile ones as they can also fit in well with your home decor – be it at the kitchen […] The post Guide for buying wooden bar stools first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Engineering 71

New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Department for Transport (DfT) has greenlit North Somerset Council to use Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs) to buy land needed to build the £89.2M Banwell bypass. The post Compulsory Purchase Orders to build £89.2M Banwell bypass granted appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 105

OmTrak

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Efficient coordination and detailed management are incredibly important at every stage of a construction project to save time, reduce errors, and bring projects across the finish line with finesse. Our case study on the Queensland Satellite Hospital project illustrates the efficacy of innovative software solutions such as OmTrak in this arena. Tasked with developing multiple healthcare facilities simultaneously, the efforts were magnified by requirements for synchronicity in building manuals and

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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

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The planned £1.35bn Aquind Interconnector between the UK and France has hit another delay following concerns raised by the Ministry of Defence (MoD). The post MoD ‘concerns’ point to further delays for £1.35bn Aquind Interconnector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 105

ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Contractors seeking new tools and equipment turned out in Las Vegas for the World of Concrete show, partially buoyed by more infrastructure projects and a tight labor market.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Consultants should collaborate more with academia to drive innovation in water quality monitoring, says AtkinsRéalis global technical authority lead for water quality Vera Jones. The post Innovative Thinker | AtkinsRéalis’ Vera Jones on ways to improve water quality modelling appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Equipment World

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

John Deere has launched the 444 G-Tier wheel loader in response to customer demand for more economical options in its lineup of wheel loaders.

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Construction Equipment 89

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Roads Online

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Material provided by Bluebeam The relatively poor productivity record of the construction industry is an all-too-familiar issue for those working in the sector. According to the UK’s data collection body, the Office for National Statistics (ONS), average productivity levels in the construction sector have remained consistently below the UK industrial average and have grown more slowly until recently.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A bill that includes $78 billion worth of tax breaks for businesses–including engineering firms and construction contractors–and an expanded child tax credit has cleared an important hurdle with House approval of the package.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Holcim US is strengthening its maritime supply chain with the recent completion of a $13.2 million expansion and modernization of its terminal in Green Bay, Wisconsin—a project supported by the Wisconsin Harbor Assistance Program. Upgrades include construction of a new silo that will increase storage capacity, as well as infrastructure modifications that will improve the safety and load volumes of inbound supply vessels. “With our capital investment in the Green Bay Terminal expansion, we&

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Contractors seeking out new tools and equipment turned out in Las Vegas for the World of Concrete show, partially buoyed by infrastructure projects and a tight labor market.

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