The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

A few years ago, Hai “Thomas” Lin was watching mud dauber wasps build nests on his newly purchased home. An assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering at Louisiana State University (LSU), Lin worked on soil improvement—and he was fascinated by the mud daubers’ expert manipulation of dirt.“I had an inspiration,” Lin recalls. “I wondered, Why do mud daubers build those nests, and what are the properties of those nests?

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Material prices sit almost a full percentage point lower than last year, a “welcome development” for builders, said Anirban Basu, ABC chief economist.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Combination of Cesium plus iTwin offers developers the most comprehensive digital platform for the built and natural environment EXTON, PA — Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced it has acquired 3D geospatial company Cesium. Cesium is recognized as the foundational open platform for creating powerful 3D geospatial applications, and its 3D Tiles open standard has been widely adopted by leading enterprises, governments, a

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

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

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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.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Most people prefer to stay in their own homes as they age, benefiting from familiar surroundings and the associated better health outcomes. According to Kiplinger, this is also appealing to older generations financially, as the cost of nursing home care averages $9,000 per month across the U.S. However, aging in place often requires home renovations to improve safety and make homes more comfortable.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Caroline Fellenius Omnell, who had worked at the Sweden-based firm for eight years, left her post on Friday.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Jacobs is designing King County’s Elliott West Wet Weather Treatment Station project, which will improve water quality in Elliott Bay.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Build-to-rent communities have become increasingly popular over the last several years, with the BTR sector gaining momentum based the key assumption that BTR properties cost less to maintain while commanding a rent premium over scattered site single-family rentals. This premium is attributed to newer construction, better amenities, and centralized services.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

LeChase Construction Services’ Peter Muench talks about leveraging a collaboration platform to keep a project on track under a tight funding timeline.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

While many members of Generation Z are now joining the workforce, a recent study finds management is less in touch when their younger employees than they might think. According to National Mortgage Professional, a recent study by StanCorp Financial Group reveals that Gen Z is more financially savvy than many supervisors believe, prioritizing saving and planning for the future.

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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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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Site hut manufacturer CabinTec Ltd has announced it is ceasing all production of towable welfare units after infringing the intellectual property rights of Boss Cabins.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Build-to-rent communities have become increasingly popular over the last several years. However, a recent report from housing data provider Parcl Labs challenges the B2R price premium. The study compares B2R properties with scattered site rentals across the U.S. from January 2020 to July 2024. Contrary to expectations, B2R properties generally underperform scattered site rentals in terms of price per square foot.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In today's competitive business landscape, establishing a personal brand is essential for standing out in the construction industry. Whether you're a contractor, architect, or engineer, cultivating a professional image differentiates you from competitors and fosters trust and credibility among clients and partners. The words "personal brand" are still somewhat controversial and carry an unfortunate cast of self-promotion and vanity.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Most people prefer to stay in their own homes as they age, benefiting from familiar surroundings and better health outcomes. According to Kiplinger, this is also appealing to older generations financially as the cost of nursing home care averages $9,000 per month across the U.S. However, aging in place often requires home renovations to improve safety and make the home more comfortable.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Insurers could pull professional indemnity (PI) insurance coverage again if faced with an influx of claims under new post-Grenfell laws, a broker has warned. Speaking at an event hosted by the Chartered Institute of Building on Wednesday (11 September), Miller Insurance construction PI specialist Paddy… The post Post-Grenfell laws may spark PI insurance pullback, warns broker appeared first on Construction News.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Housing costs have increased over the last several years, creating very few pockets of affordable housing across the U.S. One of these places offering attainable priced homes is Ohio, according to Route Fifty. Youngstown, Ohio, is one of the last two metro areas in the U.S. where households across income levels can still afford single-family homes. Prior to 2020, 20 states—including Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin—fell into this category.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

A new, premier urban industrial complex called Race Track Logistics has broken ground. Photo courtesy Frampton Construction A new, premier urban industrial complex, Race Track Logistics, in Pompano Beach, Fla., has broken ground. Developed by Rockpoint, it is a 139,354 m 2 (1.5 million sf), 35.2 ha (87 acres), Class A industrial park on the site of a former horse racing track and will consist of eight buildings.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Lower Thames Crossing must be given development consent by 4 October to relieve congestion at the Dartford Crossing, according to a letter coordinated by Logistics UK and signed by dozens of businesses. The post Businesses call for Lower Thames Crossing to be consented by 4 October appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil Engineer Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Manjuprasad A R S/o Ranganathaiah K, Amalagondi, Sheebi Agrahara (P), Sira (T), Tumkur (D), Karnataka, PIN Code – 572125 Phone: +91 9964696549 e-mail: manjuprasad2345@gmail.com Education Summary Qualification Board/University Institution Year Percentage BE Civil Engg. Visvesvaraya Technological University Vivekananda College of Engineering and Technology, Puttur 2013 7th Sem 93.78 % 6th Sem 91.89 % 5th Sem […] The post Resume of A Senior Civil Engineering Student first appeared on

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Implementation of the Procurement Act 2023 has been delayed until February 2025 to allow time for the government to draft a new National Procurement Policy Statement (NPPS). The post Government delays implementation of Procurement Act 2023 to February 2025 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Balfour Beatty has been picked for £363m worth of cabling job in East Anglia. The UK’s largest contractor will undertake the Bramford to Twinstead reinforcement job for National Grid, building new lines and cables to upgrade the electricity network. Balfour Beatty will replace the existing… The post Balfour Beatty wins £363m East Anglia power job appeared first on Construction News.

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For Construction Pros

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The story of how Jimmy Kelley, a professional painter from Boston, utilized his naloxone training to save someone's life.

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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

The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

A redundant Victorian railway signal box has been moved from Wye station in Kent to Prospidnick in Cornwall.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Network Rail is undertaking repair work on the 180-year-old Ouse Valley Viaduct in Sussex to help maintain the “iconic and critical railway structure”. The post Long-term plan to future-proof Brighton-London rail route gets underway with 2,600 ‘bespoke’ bricks appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

India’s largest tile manufacturer Kajaria Ceramics has acquired seven new stores in the UK.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Environment Agency has formed a new taskforce to “turbocharge” the delivery of flood defences and the overall preparedness of the UK to the threat of flooding. The post New Environment Agency taskforce formed to ‘turbo charge’ flood preparedness and defence delivery appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Equipment World

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The midsize compact track loader gets more power and performance with a new engine, hydraulics, electronic controls, wiring, pumps, hoses, frame.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Civil engineering and related industries have welcomed the election of new select committee chairs at the start of the new parliament. The post Select committee chairs bring ‘firm understanding’ of infrastructure and key sectors to roles appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Introduction With the increasing temperatures, construction workers often find themselves suffering from heat stress. Heat stress refers to the condition that exacerbates heat related illnesses owing to the temperature, choice of clothing, and other climatic factors resulting in heat strokes and other injuries. The nature of the construction work is physically demanding, which adds extra pressure to the construction workers during warmer seasons.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

A Jacobs Mott MacDonald joint venture has been appointed by Thames Water to help develop proposals for new infrastructure to mitigate drought risk in London. The post Jacobs and Mott MacDonald appointed by Thames Water to London drought alleviation project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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