June, 2023

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‘What recession?’ Nearly all sectors see strong construction spending

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Henry Construction crashes into administration

Construction Enquirer

Henry Construction Projects has gone into administration leaving hundreds of suppliers and subcontractors out of pocket. Insolvency experts from FRP Advisory took control of the London-based residential tower builder yesterday evening. The collapse ends weeks of speculation about the contractor which has been strangling its supply chain of payments for several months.

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Addressing Expertise Gaps in Transportation with Staff Augmentation

Civil + Structural Engineer

Transportation agencies across North America are facing challenges in staff retention and development, accompanied by an ongoing reduction in workforces. At the same time, new federal funding is providing states with billions for infrastructure. In this environment, finding the staff to complete projects has become a high-priority concern for many agencies.

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Single Family Build-For-Rent Homes Reach All-Time High

The Pro Builder

Single Family Build-For-Rent Homes Reach All-Time High qpurcell Tue, 06/13/2023 - 09:33 In its annual Built-to-Rent Report , RentCafe's analysis of Yardi Matrix data shows an exponential increase in build-for-rent (BFR) home completion. Today, there are 44,700 rental homes in the pipeline—triple the amount of houses completed in 2022. Last year, the U.S. saw a record-breaking year for BFR homes.

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Optimize Construction Projects with CMiC’s Industry-Leading ERP

Construction project managers face constant challenges, from delayed schedules to fragmented workflows. CMiC’s ERP transforms how projects are managed, providing a unified system for financials, scheduling, and collaboration. With tools for real-time insights, cost control, and document management, CMiC empowers managers to make confident decisions.

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Scandinavian Modernism: A Conversation with Gert Wingårdh / PART TWO

Build LLC Blog

BUILD and Gert Wingårdh discuss design, clients' happiness, and what it means to be a maximalist. We hope you enjoy part two of this interview from our archives! The post Scandinavian Modernism: A Conversation with Gert Wingårdh / PART TWO appeared first on BUILD Blog.

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Construction job openings increase 68K

Construction Dive

There are more job openings than there are unemployed Americans and construction, like many industries, faces a growing need for workers.

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4 strategies for contech success

Construction Dive

While money is pouring into the construction technology space, a fragmented customer base is holding solutions firms back. Here’s how to cope.

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Semiconductor company plans $600M investment in Colorado

Construction Dive

The 100,000-square-foot facility forms part of Entegris’ new campus project, which is targeted to begin initial commercial operation in early 2025.

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Construction expert predicts flat material prices for second half of year

Construction Dive

Labor shortages, a manufacturing boom and infrastructure work are keeping the industry from returning to pre-pandemic price levels.

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Contractors swap hard hats for helmets

Construction Dive

Increasing availability and better protection have made helmets the new standard for major contractors like Clark and DPR.

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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros

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.

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Subcontractor automation boosts profits while cutting costs: report

Construction Dive

Contractors that automate more than half of their subcontractor management processes see bigger benefits, according to Dodge Construction Network.

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Bills break ground, A’s plan move and Jags drop renderings: Latest in stadium construction news

Construction Dive

Some pro sports franchises are barreling ahead with plans for new venues, while others are reconsidering the right real estate for their future facilities.

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How 5 new Texas laws will impact construction

Construction Dive

These bills from the latest legislative session were just signed into law — plus other key measures that died but could be revived later.

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Safety helmets that streamline worker training records

Construction Dive

The Malta Dynamics APEX Type 2 Safety Helmet with WaveOn Technology meets ANSI standard Z89.1-2014, and features a six-point suspension system for improved impact protection with adjustable head and chin straps for ultimate comfort and fit.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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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Falling material prices expected to reverse course

Construction Dive

Additional upward pressure on materials costs will lead to a permanent shift in prices, according to construction industry sources.

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5 steps to keep change orders from becoming disputes

Construction Dive

Divergence from the original plans on construction projects is unavoidable. But that doesn’t have to lead to a dispute.

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$6.6B Mountain Valley Pipeline gets green light to finish construction

Construction Dive

The much-delayed pipeline got permission from federal regulators to move ahead after years of legal challenges.

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Texas just nullified water break mandates. How will that impact construction workers?

Construction Dive

While some argue the local laws were unnecessary and cumbersome, others say they provided a baseline protection in the absence of an OSHA standard.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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ASHRAE unveils new standard to reduce disease transmission risk

Construction Dive

The trade group’s new guidelines provide requirements for many aspects of air system design, installation, operation and maintenance.

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Ilke Homes put up for sale in battle to save modular builder

Construction Enquirer

Yorkshire-based modular house builder ilke Homes has been put up for sale as the board and investors battle to save the loss-making business. The Enquirer understand that work stopped at both sites and its 250,000 sq ft factory in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire on Friday. Directors warned the business was struggling in the face of volatile macro-economic conditions and issues with the planning system complicate fundraising and housing delivery.

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Weak office, hotel sectors continue to drag on construction planning

Construction Dive

While office and hotel planning continue to drop, healthcare and education projects posted a 5.6% jump in May, according to Dodge Construction Network.

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Public projects surge, private starts falter

Construction Dive

Commercial and apartment construction are feeling the weight of higher interest rates, tighter lending and lower demand, as jobs tied to public funding jumped, Dodge said.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

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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Canadian wildfires prompt Northeast contractors to send workers home

Construction Dive

Neither the Environmental Protection Agency nor OSHA have mandates on when outdoor work should cease due to hazardous air quality.

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EEOC sues New Jersey electrical contractor for age discrimination

Construction Dive

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed suit against electrical contractor Hatzel & Buehler over alleged labor law violations.

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Industrial construction is ‘cooling in some markets’

Construction Dive

Kyle Roberts, executive managing director at Newmark, talks with Construction Dive about an industrial construction slowdown in certain markets.

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PCL sues JPMorgan Chase over $30M in unpaid work on American Dream mall

Construction Dive

The Denver-based contractor claims the bank is on the hook for the money since it acted as agent for a construction loan on the troubled project.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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Barratt to demolish 36 new homes with faulty foundations

Construction Enquirer

Housing giant Barratt is set to demolish 36 new homes on an estate in Cambridge after finding faults in the foundations. Local paper the Cambridge Independent first revealed the problems on the Darwin Green site where Barratt David Wilson Homes Cambridgeshire is building a new community of nearly 1,600 homes. A spokesperson for Barratt David Wilson Homes Cambridgeshire said: “As a five-star housebuilder we have an extensive quality assurance process and during inspections we found that a small n

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Tech-enabled jobs can help solve construction labor shortages by attracting new talent

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Next phases of $3.2B Michigan Soo Lock construction underway

Construction Dive

With phase 1 complete, the Army Corps of Engineers said the massive project is on schedule and is slated to finish in 2030.

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What condo owners, developers can learn from the Surfside collapse

Construction Dive

Overdue repairs on multifamily buildings are a recipe for disaster, writes construction risk management expert Don Neff.

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Seamless Finance Solutions for Construction Leaders

Designed specifically for construction finance professionals, CMiC’s ERP delivers the tools needed to manage projects with precision. Integrated job costing ensures real-time visibility into expenses, while automated progress billing accelerates cash flow. Revenue recognition compliance tools automate revenue recognition, and powerful analytics provide actionable insights.