Construction Dive
APRIL 16, 2024
Given industry headwinds, the “optimism among nonresidential construction contractors is astonishing,” said Anirban Basu, Associated Builders and Contractors chief economist.
Prodyogi
APRIL 16, 2024
Timber undergoes various processing and treatment before it is finally used for building construction applications. Processing of timber from start to end involves 4 major processes, namely Felling of Trees, Seasoning of Timber, Conversion of Timber and Preservation of Timber.
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Construction Dive
APRIL 16, 2024
Across the U.S. and Canada, members will hold rallies to highlight the prevalent problem in construction.
Construction News
APRIL 16, 2024
Jon Bootland is chief executive of the Passivhaus Trust, which promotes the adoption of the international Passivhaus eco-design standard in the UK Passivhaus is on the rise in the UK, with the Scottish Government developing a Passivhaus-equivalent policy for the energy efficiency of new-build housing,… The post Passivhaus needn’t be daunting – it’s just a shift in mindset appeared first on Construction News.
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 Dive
APRIL 16, 2024
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Construction Dive
APRIL 16, 2024
Chirisa’s 20-megawatt Chesterfield project will likely cost at least $240 million and be complete by 2025.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 16, 2024
Taliesin West functioned as Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter retreat and desert studio from 1937 until his death in 1959. Photo by Andrew Pielage/courtesy Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Integrated design firm, Sasaki will lead a comprehensive sustainability plan for Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Ariz. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019, the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation has tasked the firm with creating a strategy that will celebrate the architectural masterpiec
Construction Dive
APRIL 16, 2024
Magnus Persson, an 18-year veteran of the Sweden-based contractor, will depart for a European data center company once his successor is chosen.
For Construction Pros
APRIL 16, 2024
The new engine platform offers up to a 20% increase in power and up to 25% more low-speed torque than the previous generation of Cat engines in its power class.
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New Civil Engineer
APRIL 16, 2024
Contractor Graham is gearing up for the final beam lifts on National Highways’ £170M upgrade to M25 junction 28, which will also be the scheme’s biggest. The post Engineers gear up for largest beam lifts on £170M upgrade to M25 junction 28 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
APRIL 16, 2024
The Government Property Agency (GPA) has appointed Gleeds to provide professional services for its capital programmes.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 16, 2024
The proposed Morocco to UK interconnector project has seen projected cost rise to £24bn according to project developer Xlinks. The post Morocco to UK interconnector project sees 20% cost hike to £24bn appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
APRIL 16, 2024
The owner of the Crooked House pub has said it was demolished because of health and safety concerns partly caused by members of the public taking souvenirs from the building. In a planning appeal against an order to rebuild the venue, known as Britain’s wonkiest… The post Crooked House owners say demolition prevented risk to public appeared first on Construction News.
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For Construction Pros
APRIL 16, 2024
To apply, candidates must submit a short-form video with their pitch for the position, showing the creativity, humor, and passion they’d bring to the job.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 16, 2024
A record £13M a day average was paid out by property insurers in 2023 to homeowners and businesses affected by unexpected events like flooding, leading insurers to plea to government for more protection against climate breakdown. The post Record level of weather-related insurance claims puts pressure on government to invest in resilience appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
APRIL 16, 2024
McGee Group’s pre-tax profit doubled in its most recent financial year, the company’s latest accounts show. The accounts – seen by Construction News but not yet posted on Companies House – show that the group generated revenue of £121.8m in the year ending 30 November… The post Profit doubles at London-based specialist appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 16, 2024
The National Parks Association (NPA) of New South Wales (NSW), Australia has demanded that the Snowy Hydro 2.0 hydroelectricity project and its contractors receive extra sanctions for repeated pollution incidents in Kosciuszko National Park. The post Australia’s Snowy Hydro 2.0 contractors under fire for repeated pollution in national park appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction News
APRIL 16, 2024
Ardmore has paused work on part of a £75m development in east London while the council investigates reports of a chemical smell. Piling work stopped at a site on the Hackney Yards scheme in Wallis Road, Hackney Wick, after nearby residents complained about air quality,… The post Ardmore stops work on £75m scheme over smell complaints appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 16, 2024
Esh Construction will commence restoration works on the 18th century Stamford Bridge in Yorkshire on 20 May. The post Restoration confirmed for 300-year-old stone-arched bridge in Yorkshire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Civil Engineer Blog
APRIL 16, 2024
Cheap landscaping ideas do not necessarily mean it is only made from cheap products. Instead, cheap landscaping ideas revolve around maximizing on affordable products and information that allow you to get the most out of your money. Learn About Soil pH to Maximize Growth Learning about soil pH costs absolutely nothing and once you gained […] The post 5 Cheap Landscaping Ideas You Can Do On Your Own first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 16, 2024
The built environment represents a “massive” proportion of total carbon emissions in the UK and data sharing strategies are critical to accelerating decarbonisation, according to Arup and the Open Data Institute (ODI). The post Arup and Open Data Institute team up to tackle carbon data issues in built environment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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
Equipment World
APRIL 16, 2024
In our latest poll, contractors weighed in on why you won't pry diesel machines from their cold, dead hands — or why they're ready to make the switch.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 16, 2024
Farrans Construction has begun construction works for Phase 1 of the £100M Leeds Bradford Airport terminal regeneration. The post Farrans begins Phase 1 of £100M Leeds Bradford Airport terminal regeneration appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
APRIL 16, 2024
According to Arcadis, London is the most expensive city in the world in which to build things.
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 16, 2024
CHRYSO & GCP Senior Director Honored for Leadership by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association Phillip.fry@gc… Tue, 04/16/2024 - 14:54 G. Terry Harris recognized for his exemplary commitment to the ready mixed concrete industry GCP Applied Technologies April 16, 2024 CHRYSO & GCP (Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals), a worldwide leader in sustainable construction, is pleased to announce that its Senior Director of Technical Services for North America, G.
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New Civil Engineer
APRIL 16, 2024
Cowi has been handed an NOK150M (£11M) to act as technical advisor for the world’s first ever ship tunnel, proposed to be constructed in the Stad Peninsula in Norway. The post Cowi selected as technical advisor on world’s first ever ship tunnel proposed in Norway appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
PC Construction
APRIL 16, 2024
This past weekend I had the pleasure of joining women from across Northeastern U.S. in Annapolis, Maryland, to connect and learn with one another at the National Association for Women in Construction (NAWIC) Northeast Spring Forum. Since the Vermont Chapter was only recently chartered in December 2023, this is the first forum we’ve attended and I was fortunate to enjoy the event with our chapter president, Nicole Benton.
The Construction Index
APRIL 16, 2024
Yorkshire Water plans to invest almost £800m in network improvements over the next 12 months.
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