Construction Dive

JANUARY 25, 2024

It’s anyone’s guess what will happen in the next 12 months, but these insights from construction pros can help bring the year into focus.

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JANUARY 11, 2024

To say that AI was the hottest tech-related topic of 2023 would be an understatement. Virtually every industry—from retail and advertising to healthcare and finance—has embraced its potential. The construction sector is no exception. According to Deloitte , AI and advanced data analytics technology could bring cost savings of 10% to 15% for construction projects.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 19, 2024

December’s rebound after three down months signaled “the planning queue is stabilizing,” according to Dodge’s chief economist.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 31, 2024

By Travis White , Strategy & Operations Advisor, Zweig Group Effective corporate strategy requires defining a direction, fostering collaboration, and leveraging strengths for diversification. At Zweig Group, our goal as strategic planning consultants is to ask the right questions to help identify existing strengths that can be leveraged to present new opportunities.

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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

JANUARY 29, 2024

A Homebuilding Factory that Comes to You qpurcell Mon, 01/29/2024 - 10:55 Before he discusses his company, Cuby Technologies , cofounder Aleksandr Gampel first describes its context—the state of the homebuilding industry today. “Everyone understands there’s a housing crisis,” he says. That crisis has two main causes, Gampel explains. First, there’s a shortage of skilled labor, with not enough new hires to replace retiring workers.

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Construction News

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Scottish Government has ruled out new hospital construction projects until 2026 at the earliest, a key figure has claimed. NHS Lothian finance director Craig Marriott said ministers north of the border had told local health chiefs that they would be waiting “at least” two… The post NHS chief reveals two-year pause on new Scottish hospital projects appeared first on Construction News.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

In 2023, the construction industry grappled with the lingering effects of supply chain disruptions, inflation, and ever-present labor shortages —a narrative that has become all too familiar. But amidst these challenges, construction pros remained as resilient and innovative as ever. We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 25, 2024

Paying workers off the books robs them of their benefits and hurts contractors who follow the rules by making them less competitive, said a Century Foundation researcher.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 19, 2024

In the dynamic realm of urban infrastructure expansion, there are few challenges as intricate and demanding as adjacent construction projects. Particularly, when these projects involve the proximity of new infrastructure to existing critical transportation arteries, engineers face unique challenges. In this article, we delve into a compelling case study: the construction of a light rail extension adjacent to a heavily utilized freight rail corridor in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 15, 2024

Transport minister Huw Merriman has met with MPs in Lancashire to discuss the potential reinstatement of passenger services to the northern section of the Ribble Valley line. The post Reinstatement of disused railway in Lancashire tabled appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

JANUARY 18, 2024

HS2 is preparing to apply for an extension to the injunction banning “disruptive protests” on its route, including on the cancelled phase 2a, Construction News can reveal. The legal measure, first granted in 2022, bans anyone from entering or remaining on HS2-owned land; obstructing or… The post HS2 to renew protester injunction – including for cancelled second phase appeared first on Construction News.

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For Construction Pros

JANUARY 2, 2024

Developed in the 1990s, Warm Mix Asphalt is anything but a new technology. However, there's still a fair amount of stigma associated with it in the road building industry, despite the Federal Highway Administration's pivot in 2010.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 17, 2024

As an owner, you face tough decisions every day. What capital projects should you invest in? How do you balance immediate needs against long-term objectives? Which projects should be prioritized when every update, repair, or expansion seems critical? And with the state of the economy—i.e., fraught with rising costs, material challenges, and labor struggles—the pressure to answer these questions correctly becomes even greater.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 18, 2024

The semiconductor giant’s plan to import workers from Taiwan sparked strong opposition from the Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 17, 2024

By Megan Mott, PE The iconic West Orange Trail bridge near Orlando, Fla. – originally designed to support an old railroad line – has safely moved hundreds of thousands of cyclists, joggers, walkers, and even horseback riders over Florida’s Turnpike since 1994. Built in 1964 for cargo and passenger trains commuting on the Orange Belt Railway, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) demolished the trestle-style bridge in 2022 and replaced it with a more modern but similar looking bridge th

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

Safeguarded land that was previously to be used for the construction of HS2 north of Birmingham is unlikely to be sold before a General Election, despite the government’s wishes to offload it. The post HS2 land unlikely to be sold before General Election appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

JANUARY 8, 2024

Stewart Milne Group has gone into administration after attempts to sell the business failed, with more than 200 people made redundant. The Aberdeen-headquartered housebuilder and contractor appointed consultants to help find a buyer in several rounds since April 2022 as chair and founder Stewart Milne… The post Stewart Milne in administration with hundreds of jobs lost appeared first on Construction News.

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For Construction Pros

JANUARY 31, 2024

Fiber concrete reinforcement can be a cost-effective, durable and even sustainable alternative to conventional steel like rebar and wire mesh. Can synthetic fibers compete “head-to-head” with steel? Let's talk about it.

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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.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2024

Photos courtesy Deceuninck North America. By Greg Koch As energy codes and sustainability standards continue to drive industry innovation, specifiers can now choose curtain wall systems that waste significantly less energy than their predecessors. Some manufacturers are using fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) technology to create curtain wall components, reinforcements, and pressure plates that can be incorporated into the hollow chambers of aluminum frames to significantly bolster the system’s ove

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 26, 2024

On the heels of “surprisingly strong” performance in 2023, a new report predicts that declining property values, tighter credit and higher input costs will hamstring growth this year and next.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 22, 2024

This year’s single session will include special demonstrations and classes for the construction industry SUGAR LAND, Texas — HCSS, the trusted leader in construction software for estimating, field entry, project management, safety, digital plans, fleet management, and telematics, is thrilled to announce the upcoming 33rd User’s Group Meeting (UGM) in 2024.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2024

Digital technology tools today have changed the face of what it means to be in construction by enabling cloud collaboration, improving workforce productivity and making sustainable practices easy to achieve. Diamond Developers , a subsidiary of SEE Holding are driving the digital agenda across the entire lifecycle of a construction project. The company uses adaptive thinking to achieve their greater purpose—sustainable living for all.

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Construction News

JANUARY 2, 2024

Only one person from the construction industry has been recognised in 2024’s New Year Honours List. Graham Paterson, the former chief executive of City Building, one of Scotland’s largest construction companies, received an OBE for services to equality and inclusion in construction. Last year, five… The post Poor showing for construction in New Year Honours List appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 1, 2024

The festive season has seen the new interconnector between Denmark and England open, albeit with an initial capacity of 800MW as opposed to the planned 1,400MW. The post £1.8bn Viking Link interconnector enters operation with initial capacity of 800MW appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 16, 2024

Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) has unveiled its eighth collaboration with CLB Architects, revealing a transformative renovation and expansion project in the heart of Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. Positioned as the sole U.S. airport within the natural surroundings, the 6,968-m 2 (75,000-sf) terminal redesign blends the concepts of “home” and “travel hub,” offering a convergence of sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic allure.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 10, 2024

Expect machines trained on “large behavior models,” more mass timber, prefab and 3D printing. But always keep jobsite safety in mind, experts say.

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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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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 25, 2024

Coming to the new 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) LAS VEGAS – Today, the Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) announced the launch of its Stronger Standards, Exceptional Structures campaign, in preparation for the release of the new 2024 International Residential Code (IRC). The International Code Council (ICC) is set to release the new IRC, which includes a significant update related to post-tensioned slab-on-ground design and construction.

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For Construction Pros

JANUARY 15, 2024

In response to the rising rate of both fatal and non-fatal overdoses attributable to opioids, the story behind forming The Alliance for Naloxone Safety In The Workplace and how it's changing the face of the construction site workplace as we know it.

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Construction News

JANUARY 31, 2024

The construction sector is still not ready for some of the significant changes emerging from the Building Safety Act, a major report has concluded. These include companies being able to demonstrate the competence of their workforce and being able to show that no one on… The post Sector ‘not ready’ to prove post-Grenfell competence, key body warns appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 12, 2024

There is a strong case for constructing a new rail connection for the village of Winchburgh in West Lothian, a report from Systra has concluded. The post Systra report promotes benefits of building new West Lothian station appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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