The Construction Index
APRIL 28, 2024
A construction and engineering recruitment specialist says that an imminent skills shortage will “make 2007’s war for talent look like a water fight” Read Full Article: The Construction Index
The Pro Builder
APRIL 11, 2024
Lumber Leads Building Materials Prices Higher in March ibush Thu, 04/11/2024 - 13:28 Overall, the cost of building materials rose during March, with softwood lumber, gypsum products, and concrete all seeing price increases. Only steel mill materials saw price drops The cost of building materials used in residential construction increased again in March—the fifth month in a row—according to the National Association of Home Builders' reporting on the most recent Producer Price Index (PPI) data fro
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Contruct Connect
APRIL 15, 2024
The most recent AGC workforce survey shows that “88% of construction firms are having a hard time finding workers to hire.” But where are the solutions to this uncertainty?
The Pro Builder
APRIL 15, 2024
What Does It Cost to Build a Single-Family Home? ibush Mon, 04/15/2024 - 08:07 A closer look at the itemized costs in each stage of construction for a single-family home To gain a better understanding of the costs involved in building a single-family home, news and research company ResiClub used data from the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) to create a pie chart.
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Construction Dive
APRIL 10, 2024
Institutional developments, which include life sciences and lab projects that surged during the pandemic, have now slowed down, according to Dodge Construction Network.
Construction News
APRIL 2, 2024
Construction News looks at the technological innovations that are helping make work at height safer How the world has changed. In October 1932, the above photograph, entitled Lunch Atop a Skyscraper, was published in a New York newspaper. It depicted eleven ironworkers sitting on a… The post Rise of the machines: the technology making work at height safer appeared first on Construction News.
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Construction Placements
APRIL 15, 2024
Top Countries for Civil Engineers in 2024 Discover the most promising countries for civil engineers in 2024, where innovation meets opportunity. This guide covers top destinations with the best career prospects, emerging trends, and practical tips for engineers aiming to work abroad. The post Top Countries for Civil Engineers in 2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2024
By Mary Scott Nabers Here’s a fact that may be surprising – it surely was to me. The construction or renovation of buildings accounts for approximately 39% of the total global energy-related carbon emissions each year. Embodied carbon contributes another 11%. That category refers to the total greenhouse gas emissions generated over the lifecycle of a building, road or any type of infrastructure.
New Civil Engineer
APRIL 8, 2024
Saudi Arabia’s wildly ambitious plan to build 500m tall, mirrored, 170km long parallel skyscrapers, forming a 1.5M population desert city has been curtailed to 2.4km long. The post Neom | Plans for Saudi Arabia’s linear city cut from 170km to 2.4km appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
APRIL 23, 2024
The privately led Brightline West high-speed passenger rail line will slash travel times between Sin City and the Los Angeles area.
Speaker: Timothy Allsopp
Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 16, 2024
What Gen-Z Buyers Really Want in a Home ibush Tue, 04/16/2024 - 08:04 The fervor of planning for Millennials in the home building industry has now pivoted to Gen Z. So, what does this new generation want? Jenni Nichols Believe it or not, but Gen Z—the generation born between 1997 and 2012—is dipping the toe of its 68-million-strong cohort into the new-home buying market and builders are getting anxious about how to tailor their products and features to this generation.
Prodyogi
APRIL 15, 2024
Potholes are holes or little pits formed in roadways mainly caused due to the effects of extreme traffic load and water penetration. The process of restoring the pavement by filling the potholes is called patching. Potholes can be formed in both asphalt and concrete pavement.
The Construction Index
APRIL 11, 2024
Housing maintenance contractor Mears Group turned over more than £1bn last year, with more than 40% of that coming from looking after asylum seekers.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 24, 2024
People in AEC Profile: Selasie Buatsi Selasie Buatsi has been a Project Manager for BOND Civil & Utility Construction for the past four years, but she has been around the AEC industry for her entire life. Growing up in Ghana on the West Coast of Africa, Buatsi describes herself as a curious kid and often tagged along with her father to work. Her father owns several construction companies, and Buatsi’s curiosity was her introduction to the AEC industry.
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.
Construction News
APRIL 11, 2024
The final report into the Grenfell Tower fire has been delayed for a third time – with its expected publication now pushed later into the summer. It was initially hoped that the report would be published last autumn, before being moved to early this year.… The post Final Grenfell Tower report delayed once again appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Dive
APRIL 17, 2024
Investors pumped $672 million into the space through March, a significant jump from the same period in 2023, according to Cemex Ventures.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 23, 2024
Light But Tough: MDLR Brands’ Building Panels qpurcell Tue, 04/23/2024 - 09:33 The building panels manufactured by Tennessee-based MDLR Brands are so lightweight that just four people can carry a panel sheet measuring 8 by 32 feet. “You couldn’t have four men carry an 8-by-32 wooden or metal SIP,” says Harrison Langley, CEO, MDLR (pronounced “modular”) Brands.
Prodyogi
APRIL 5, 2024
In reinforcement detailing of concrete, it is very important to keep an order in which a bar is fixed. The bars that are used are numbered appropriately as per the placement in the drawings and the schedules kept. Different bar bending schedule format can be followed by the construction industry. The British standard schedules and Indian standards are explained below.
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The Construction Index
APRIL 7, 2024
Critics are questioning National Highways’ decision to start enabling works for the £2.5bn Stonehenge tunnel project while legal challenges remain unresolved.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 22, 2024
By Luke Carothers From the Zweig Letter Zweig Group experts share their insights on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by small, entrepreneurial AEC firms. More than five decades of experience in AEC industry leadership and expertise were on display during Zweig Group’s recent Fireside Chat Webinar. Using the format of a classic fireside chat, Mark Zweig, founder and chairman of Zweig Group , and Chad Clinehens, president and CEO of Zweig Group , explored topics and questions centered
Build LLC Blog
APRIL 17, 2024
[Beirut Tanks photo by Craig Larkin] In spring 2016, BUILD visited Cambridge University where we spoke with Wendy Pullan, director of the Centre for Urban Conflicts Research in the Department of Architecture. Most conflicts today take place in cities, and the Centre aims to provide a better understanding of urban conflict (particularly extreme or specific cases) through interdisciplinary investigation and examination.
Construction Dive
APRIL 11, 2024
Overall building material costs have now increased in every month of 2024, said Associated Builders and Contractors’ chief economist.
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.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2024
Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:53 Before it could build resilient , high-performing homes across the country, Onx Homes decided it first needed to prove it could do so in a challenging climate. The offsite manufacturer, which launched in 2021, decided to build its initial homes in Florida.
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.
The Construction Index
APRIL 24, 2024
A Kent kitchen supplier that recently stopped selling high-silica quartz has now launched a petition calling for a UK ban.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 30, 2024
A learning opportunity from the experts at FARO Technologies titled “Deploying 3D Reality Capture for Bridge Inspection Applications: Field to Finish” FAYETTEVILLE, AR | April 30, 2024 – Civil+Structural Engineer Media, the authoritative source for business news and project information for the AEC industry, has partnered with FARO Technologies to present a webinar that will dive into the world of 3D reality capture technology for bridge inspection applications.
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For Construction Pros
APRIL 11, 2024
How much will construction and other supply chains be impacted by the collapse of the Baltimore Bridge and the suspension of traffic through the Port of Baltimore? End users may temporarily face delays and increases.
Construction Dive
APRIL 4, 2024
The 13-year megaproject would include modernized tracks and platforms, a new train hall and an underground garage.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 22, 2024
Webinar on Demand: 5 Tips to Build a High-Performance Home ibush Mon, 04/22/2024 - 07:46 See and hear how the production team for The New American Home 2024 achieved a remarkable -45 HERS rating for the residence. Discover details about how Sun West Custom Homes, in collaboration with green building consultant Two Trails, used an integrated approach to energy efficiency, air-tightness, and renewable energy to create this high-performance home that also improves indoor air quality and comfort fo
Prodyogi
APRIL 15, 2024
Infiltration wells are shallow discontinuous wells that are constructed along the banks of the river in water-bearing strata, and water is tapped for water supply. Hence, the main purpose of an infiltration well is to infiltrate water in-ground and conserve the unconfined aquifer.
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