Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Doug Beane, CFO of North Carolina-based Samet Corp., said high interest rates continuing could mean a sluggish second half to the year.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

McLean, VA — Submissions are now open for the 2024 edition of the North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIA). Presented by the Copper Development Association (CDA), the NACIA awards celebrate projects across the United States and Canada that feature architectural copper and copper alloys, including roof systems, façades, and wall systems, as well as custom-fabricated elements.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Futures traders now see a 52% probability that policymakers in June will cut the federal funds rate from its current peak level between 5.25% and 5.5%.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

AI Resource Guide Released for Builders and Contractors qpurcell Wed, 02/14/2024 - 12:47 Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has recently released its artificial intelligence technology guide for the construction community, which includes definitions, use cases, and considerations for builders. The purpose of the AI resource guide is to provide builders and contractors with a base-level knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI).

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Construction Equipment

Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A reality capture manager at Columbia Construction breaks down the basics, from software and training to regulations like the upcoming Remote ID Rule.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

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

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Billboards Are Back! Tips for Billboard Marketing Success ibush Wed, 02/14/2024 - 13:59 A recent study shows the renewed power of outdoor advertising. But are home builders ready to go old-school with their sales and marketing efforts and embrace billboard marketing? Emily Zick After falling out of favor during the pandemic, outdoor advertising revenue from transit ads, street furniture, and billboards—both digital and static—is on the rise across a wide swath of business segments.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

“For many organizations, it’s the Wild West with regard to how they are adopting and implementing AI,” a Gallagher expert said.

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Prodyogi

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Soil exploration is a critical phase in understanding the unique characteristics and properties of soil at a specific construction site. There are various methods by which soil exploration can be conducted, including direct, indirect, and semi-direct methods. Image Credits: Pearson ExplorationIn this article, the direct methods of soil exploration are clearly explained.

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Construction Management

Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

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

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Which Metros Have the Most Women Working in Construction? ibush Wed, 02/14/2024 - 12:07 Ongoing efforts to diversify the construction workforce are making a difference, with the share of women in construction increasing, particularly in these metros Yes, the construction industry continues to be male-dominated nationally, with women making up only about 11% of the industry's payroll employees in 2022, according to U.S.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Through hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, heatwaves and wildfires, climate change-driven disasters continue to bombard the country. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Centers for Environmental Information reported that 18 events in 2022 caused 474 direct/indirect fatalities, and at least $165 billion in damage. With increasing urgency, building owners, architects and contractors are turning to metal buildings to deliver resilient, robust and safe buildings t

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

University Health’s Palo Alto Hospital is one of two facilities being built by the state entity in the San Antonio metro area.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital will elevate the standard of cancer care in Dubai with accessible and specialized multidisciplinary care Stantec , a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been selected to provide design services for the Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital, Dubai’s first integrated, comprehensive cancer hospital.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Two more sinkholes have opened up within five days of each other along the route of tunnelling for High Speed 2’s (HS2's) Chiltern tunnels. The post HS2 | Two more sinkholes form on Chilterns tunnelling route appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Trimble announced today the leading-edge Trimble® MX90 mobile mapping system. With state-of-the-art Trimble GNSS and inertial technology, when combined with Trimble field and office software, the Trimble MX90 provides a complete field-to-finish mobile mapping solution that enables powerful workflows for data capture, processing and analysis. The vehicle- or train-mounted MX90 rapidly captures highly detailed laser scans and imagery—both panoramic and multi-angle.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.

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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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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The under-development, Rockaway Village in Queens, has replaced the abandoned strip mall and parking space nestled between the A train terminal and the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) with an affordable housing design model. Reimagining the connection between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and LIRR stations, the development is envisioned as a series of novel public spaces and streets that will breathe new life into the center of downtown Far Rockaway.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Nature-based flood defences, redirection structures and refurbishment of existing defences are being funded in Brighouse, Leeds and Huddersfield following sign-off by West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s (WYCA) climate, energy environment committee. The post £5.6M of funding for West Yorkshire flood defence schemes approved appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

DRDO-VRDE Walk-In 2024 for Junior Research Fellows (JRF) | 13 Posts | 04,07-03-2024 DRDO-VRDE Walk-In 2024 for Junior Research Fellows (JRF) with 13 Posts vacancies, Interview dates are 04,07-03-2024 The post DRDO-VRDE Walk-In 2024 for Junior Research Fellows (JRF) | 13 Posts | 04,07-03-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Turnover at family-run Welsh contractor C Wynne & Sons Ltd has more than doubled and is forecast to break the £100m barrier, according to its latest annual accounts filed with Companies House. Data for the year ending 31 July 2023 shows that revenue increased from… The post Family-run contractor expects to join £100m club appeared first on Construction News.

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For Construction Pros

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

With a new idea within every aisle and innovations at every turn, no matter where one went during World of Concrete 2024, one concept solidified the tradeshow: the increased and continued productivity of the concrete construction craftsman and industry.

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Equipment World

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The company announced its entrance to the CTL market at last year’s ConExpo, and now, its first model, a TL100VS, has rolled off the production line.

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Construction Equipment 110

Roads Online

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Work has begun on the improvements to the Zeehan Highway in Tasmania, with almost $44 million in State and Federal funding committed to the upgrade project. Progress is being made on improvements to the Zeehan Highway from its junction with the Murchison highway to Henty Road in Zeehan, on the west coast of Tasmania. The Murchison Highway and Zeehan Highway are the main and most direct routes for road users between Rosebery and Zeehan on Tasmania’s west coast.

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Civil Engineer Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

An advanced mentor is very help for your business coaching Quite a few managers, salespeople and business owners find that hiring a good coach is one of the best ways to raise their productivity and help them achieve their potential. Nonetheless, for such a strategy to succeed, one must be able to find a business […] The post Finding the Right Business Mentor first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As anyone in the commercial construction industry knows, reliable, responsive, and skilled subcontractors are the lifeblood of our business. Your reputation and finished product as a national general contractor are only as good as the performance of your local subcontractor partners. That’s why the leadership team at Englewood has put such priority on building, vetting, and nurturing a 20,000+ tier-one network of experienced and project-tested subcontractors over the last 22+ years.

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Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

From Silent to Alpha: Unraveling the Mysteries of Human Generation Types Dive into the fascinating journey from the Silent Generation to Generation Alpha, uncovering the defining moments and characteristics that have shaped each era. This post offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of societal values, technological advancements, and cultural shifts, providing a deeper understanding of the generational tapestry that composes our world today.

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Roads Online

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

CivilTech Solutions’ services in project management, asset inspection, civil design and delivery are all connected through its use of high-tech solutions, helping to provide sustainable and innovative infrastructure development. T he viability and effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) in the infrastructure and construction sector is growing at an exponential rate, with the technology constantly improving thanks to machine learning and development.

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