Construction Dive
JULY 23, 2024
The Chimney Hollow Reservoir, built with only the second asphalt core dam in the country, aims to make water access more reliable for Southern Rocky Mountain communities.
The Pro Builder
JULY 23, 2024
Selling a home right now can be challenging for any homeowner due to limited inventory and rising home prices. For Baby Boomers who are looking to downsize, the housing market could prove to be even more challenging as many homes do not meet the criteria of aging in place. According to online real estate marketplace OpenDoor, the Baby Boomer generation owns about 32 million homes in the U.S., but less than 40% of homes have basic features for aging, such as step-free entryways and bedrooms on th
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Construction Dive
JULY 23, 2024
CNY Alliance will replace the elevated highway in downtown Syracuse and perform upgrades to the city’s drainage system as part of the broader $2.25 billion I-81 Viaduct project, according to the New York State DOT.
The Pro Builder
JULY 23, 2024
In today’s housing market, long-time homeowners have a leg up on prospective buyers, with higher mortgage rates discouraging many homeowners from selling. According to Fast Company, 96% of homeowners have fixed-rate mortgages, and 39% of homeowners don’t have a mortgage at all. While on the outside these factors don’t appear to help prospective buyers, housing market experts argue that fewer distressed sales and foreclosures could keep national home price increases at bay despite the rise in mor
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Construction Dive
JULY 23, 2024
The case is one of several in which an employers’ alleged use of coded language became potential evidence in an age discrimination claim.
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Construction Dive
JULY 23, 2024
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The Pro Builder
JULY 23, 2024
In today’s housing market, long-time homeowners have a leg up on prospective buyers, with higher mortgage rates discouraging many homeowners from selling. According to Fast Company, 96% of homeowners have fixed-rate mortgages, and 39% of homeowners don’t have a mortgage at all. While on the outside these factors don’t appear to help prospective buyers, housing market experts argue less distressed sales and foreclosures could keep national home price increases at bay despite the rise in mortgage
New Civil Engineer
JULY 23, 2024
The cancellation of High Speed 2 (HS2) north of Birmingham has seen billions of pounds and most benefits squandered, with the project now in an awkward state, a report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has detailed. The post HS2 | Billions of pounds and significant benefits squandered by cancellation, NAO reports appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Pro Builder
JULY 23, 2024
The construction industry for many years has struggled to maintain and attract women to the workforce, but programs across the U.S. are hoping to change that. One such program in Athens, Ga. is allowing female high school students to participate in a one-week construction camp over the summer. The program—offered by the University of Georgia College of Design and Athens Area Women in Construction—allows campers to familiarize themselves with different areas of the industry through hands-on exper
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The Construction Index
JULY 23, 2024
A 10-year, £369m programme to refurbish Buckingham Palace is being well managed and demonstrates good practice in numerous areas, according the National Audit Office.
The Pro Builder
JULY 23, 2024
Homes in extreme and unpredictable climates, like California’s, need windows and doors that protect their interiors. Andersen’s 100 Series is an ideal solution.
Construction Placements
JULY 23, 2024
TANGEDCO Recruitment 2024 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | 500 Posts | 31-07-2024 TANGEDCO Recruitment 2024 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentice with 500 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 31-07-2024 The post TANGEDCO Recruitment 2024 for Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | 500 Posts | 31-07-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Construction News
JULY 23, 2024
Closing HS2’s cancelled second phase will cost £100m and take three years despite no major construction work ever taking place, a watchdog has said. Works already started are likely to take until summer 2027 to reverse, a report by the National Audit Office (NAO) concluded.… The post HS2: Cancelling phase two to cost £100m, says watchdog appeared first on Construction News.
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Construction Placements
JULY 23, 2024
What is Cleantech? A Comprehensive Guide to the Clean Technology Revolution Discover the world of cleantech, from innovative startups to leading companies, and explore how clean technology is shaping a sustainable future. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the cleantech industry, including market trends, key resources, and emerging opportunities.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 23, 2024
A bridge expert at Network Rail has said the industry must challenge current standards, written and unwritten, for designing, constructing and maintaining bridges. The post Network Rail bridge expert urges industry to challenge standards around design appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
JULY 23, 2024
The National House Building Council says that the new government has “a mountain to climb” to hit its housing targets.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 23, 2024
The status quo in the planning system is “not working”, with both development benefits and the environment losing out, according to a letter sent by the government to nature conservation organisations. The post Government appeals to environmentalists for support to overhaul ‘lose-lose’ planning system 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
Construction News
JULY 23, 2024
The UK subsidiary of Hong Kong contractor CR Construction has secured the next phase of a £4bn regeneration project in Manchester. The firm revealed it had last week (17 July) signed a £210m contract to build 895 homes in the city’s Red Bank neighbourhood for… The post Hong Kong firm bags £210m towers on Manchester regen appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 23, 2024
A consortium of Dragados Offshore (a subsidiary of Vinci’s Cobra IS) and Siemens Energy has won a €2.9bn (£2.44bn) contract to design, build and install two electrical conversion platforms in the North Sea. The post Dragados Siemens JV wins £2.4bn contract to design and build North Sea electrical conversion platforms appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
JULY 23, 2024
Image courtesy of the South Australian Government. The Federal and South Australian governments will each deliver $100 million to remove the tram level crossing at Morphett Road and replace it with a tram overpass. The project will benefit the 25,600 motorists who drive through the level crossing daily, reducing lengthy delays, particularly during peak times when the boom gates are down for up to 16 minutes each hour.
The Construction Index
JULY 23, 2024
Veolia has been fined £3m after a man died and another was seriously injured while decommissioning a North Sea gas rig.
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New Civil Engineer
JULY 23, 2024
National Grid has awarded Morgan Sindall Infrastructure the Necton overhead line contract to build transmission infrastructure in support of windfarms off the Norfolk coast. The post Morgan Sindall appointed to overhead line contract to support windfarms off Norfolk coast appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
iField Smart
JULY 23, 2024
Top 10 Construction Scheduling Software: Empowering Projects for Success Construction scheduling software is an indispensable tool for modern project management. It optimizes efficiency, streamlines collaboration, and ensures projects stay on track and within budget. With a plethora of options available, choosing the right software can be daunting. This article explores the top 10 construction scheduling software solutions, highlighting their unique features and capabilities.
The Construction Index
JULY 23, 2024
City of York Council’s planning committee has approved plans for the construction of new government offices.
Roads Online
JULY 23, 2024
Image courtesy of the NSW Government. The first environmental studies are now complete on the Milton Ulladulla Bypass in New South Wales, with the concept design phase underway on the $940 million project. Once built, the bypass will improve road safety and reduce travel times on the Princes Highway and improve trip reliability, by bypassing Milton and Ulladulla town centres.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
New Civil Engineer
JULY 23, 2024
EMC Elite Engineering Services has been fined after a worker suffered serious injuries while working on a High Speed 2 (HS2) construction site in Hertfordshire. The post Engineering firm fined for serious injuries suffered by worker on HS2 site appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
JULY 23, 2024
What is the value of remanufacturing construction equipment? John Deere is looking at this seriously. Image: John Deere. Sustainability is at the centre of everything happening in the world. The roading and infrastructure industries need to play a vital role in ensuring positive environmental outcomes for society. B y 2030, nine billion people will need to be fed, clothed, and housed.
The Construction Index
JULY 23, 2024
Britain’s pothole crisis is on a downward spiral, according to a National Audit Office report.
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