Construction Dive
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Despite lower materials prices, the construction landscape remains complicated due to high interest rates and long lead times, according to AGC Chief Economist Ken Simonson.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
NEW YORK – Bolstering its reputation for pioneering unique solutions to help developers build on challenging infill sites and meet increasing demand for urban housing, RKTB Architects has announced the completion of an innovative new multifamily residence at One Sullivan Place in Brooklyn. Featuring dramatically cantilevered upper stories that spread out beyond the narrow site and over the rooftops of neighboring buildings, the design captures breathtaking views of the nearby Brooklyn Botanic Ga
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Aimee Olmedo, a former educator, says the mindset that construction is a “dirty” job has begun to change.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
ProjectWise® and iTwin® Facilitate Data-centric Workflows, Optimizing Decision-making to Deliver More Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure WSP Australia is committed to fostering a holistic digital approach to project delivery across all infrastructure sectors to meet evolving industry demands. They sought to utilize cutting-edge technology to streamline data management while building trust in new digital workflows.
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 14, 2023
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 14, 2023
While employers are still worried about the job market, fewer say they’re struggling with attraction and retention.
The Pro Builder
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Are Fed Rate Hikes a Thing of the Past? ibush Thu, 12/14/2023 - 08:46 The Federal Reserve held rates steady again in December and forecasts three rate cuts in 2024 After hiking interest rates 11 times since March 2022 in its attempt to subdue the highest inflation the U.S. has seen in 40 years, there's good news from the Federal Reserve: On Dec. 13, the Fed announced it is holding the federal funds rate steady at a top target rate of 5.5%, the National Association of Home Builders' Eye On Housin
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Policymakers paused monetary tightening for the third consecutive meeting as traders in interest rate futures bet the Fed will begin easing in the spring.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Houston, Texas – Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN) is pleased to announce the recognition of Russ Ford, Senior Associate, as the Most Valuable Professional (MVP) of the underground infrastructure industry for 2024. This award underscores Ford’s exceptional influence and expertise within the realm of underground infrastructure, underscoring his substantial contributions to the field.
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Company veteran Greg Dunkle will support the 14 brands in the firm's portfolio amid an updated organizational structure.
Construction News
DECEMBER 14, 2023
All housing built from 2025 should include heat pumps, according to new government proposals. A consultation on technical requirements for the government’s Future Homes Standard opened on Wednesday (13 December), with the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) stating that the requirements will… The post New homes standard to make heat pumps mandatory appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
A campaign organisation is on the brink of taking legal action against the government over the cancellation of HS2 Phase 2a, but the prime minister has pointed the finger at the transport secretary for the decision. The post Government threatened with law suit over HS2 cancellation as Sunak blames transport secretary appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Procore
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Today, Procore released its 2023 Impact Report, which showcases the company’s continued environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts. Read a version of Tooey Courtemanche’s opening message below. Construction transforms our world in both seen and unseen ways. A skyline can completely shift in a decade. But that skyline is not just made of buildings.
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In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Study to identify and amplify methods to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion at water utilities WALNUT CREEK, Calif. — The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is providing $125,000 in funding to Brown and Caldwell to develop scalable diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) best practices for water sector organizations. DE&I is a critical and growing need in the water sector as utilities measure the health and well-being of their organizations and workforce while rethinking how they enga
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The UK’s independent public spending watchdog has said it is not clear how the East West Rail (EWR) project will provide benefit nor how it aligns with the government’s growth plans. The post Unclear how East West Rail provides benefit and aligns with growth plans, watchdog says appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
CGA’s newest research highlights telecom’s unique challenges in preventing damage to underground infrastructure amidst the infrastructure boom WASHINGTON – The Common Ground Alliance (CGA) – the national association dedicated to protecting underground utility lines, people who dig near them, and their communities – announced today the publication of a new Telecom White Paper.
BDC Network
DECEMBER 14, 2023
What's next for affordable housing in 2024? 0 qpurcell Thu, 12/14/2023 - 15:40 Affordable Housing As 2023 draws to a close, GBBN’s Mary Jo Minerich and Amanda Markovic, AIA sat down to talk about the future. What’s next in terms of trends, technology, and construction of affordable housing? Mary Jo Minerich and Amanda Markovic, AIA MFPRO+ Blog Affordable Housing Designers Architects Legislation Adaptive Reuse What’s next with affordable housing?
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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
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Procurement has started for £3.7bn worth of contracts on National Grid and Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission’s (SHET’s) Eastern Green Link 3 (EGL3) offshore interconnector between Scotland and England. The post Contractors alerted to £3.7bn worth of contracts for next Scotland to England interconnector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
BDC Network
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. rcassidy Thu, 12/14/2023 - 11:07 SUFFOLK CONSTRUCTION Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new initiative for Suffolk. Contractors Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction Suffolk Construction, headquartered in Boston, has established the Suffolk Sustainability Group.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Pacific Partnerships, CPB Contractors and UGL, which form the Canberra Metro consortium are set to finance, design, build and operate the second stage of the Canberra Light Rail. Canberra Light Rail Stage 2A will extend the existing light rail system by 1.7 kilometres from Aling Park to Commonwealth Park. The extension will provide greater connections to and from the city and will also support active travel in the city, with new cycling and walking infrastructure.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The Labour party has convened an expert panel to review the rail sector and identify areas for improvement prior to the forthcoming general election. The post Labour establishes panel to review rail infrastructure headed by former Siemens chief appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Roads Online
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The shortlist has been revealed for four packages of works on Sydney Metro West, following the release of the independent Sydney Metro review. The Sydney Metro West will double the rail capacity between Greater Parramatta and the Sydney CB, making it easier and faster to travel round Western Sydney. The Stations Package West contract includes the design and construction of five new metro stations at Westmead, North Strathfield, Burwood North, Five Dock, and the Bays.
Equipment World
DECEMBER 14, 2023
How to choose the right CWL and the latest from Cat, Deere, Case, Gehl, Hitachi, Kubota, Mecalac, Volvo, Wacker Neuson, Yanmar.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The Victorian Government has awarded contracts for works on the North East Link project, which includes the two largest freeway overhauls in the State’s history. Nexus – made up of Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction Pty Ltd, Symal Infrastructure Pty Ltd, WSP Australia Pty Ltd and Arcadis Australia Pacific Pty Ltd – has been appointed to deliver the first part of the $5.7 billion overhaul of the Eastern Freeway from Burke to Tram Road.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
HS2 has replicated the designs of its Thame Valley viaduct for another viaduct project in Northamtonshire, resulting in a 13% reduction in carbon compared to the previous design. The post HS2 re-uses viaduct design to cut carbon emissions appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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OmTrak
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Construction mistakes can be costly, both in terms of finances and human safety. Even the most iconic structures, celebrated for their architectural brilliance, have not been immune to construction mishaps. Today, we’ll take a closer look at some notorious examples, delving into the lessons learned from each to prevent history from repeating itself. 1.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 14, 2023
An inquiry has been launched to look into the likelihood of Northern Ireland reaching net zero emissions by 2050 as recent figures show the nation is not on track to meet its first target. The post Inquiry launched into Northern Ireland’s path to net zero as figures show slow transition appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Diarmaid Connolly is project director at construction consultancy Linesight The rise in AI technology and applications like ChatGPT is creating a boom in the digital infrastructure market, but the growing demand for data centres brings with it a heightened strain on supply chains. Recent volatility… The post Standardised design builds better, faster and cheaper data centres appeared first on Construction News.
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