The Pro Builder

AUGUST 13, 2024

See how Pro Builder's latest Idea Home is a blueprint for a fresh way of urban living and housing production focused on wellness and sustainability.

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 15, 2024

Construction starts so far this year are up by 8% compared with 2023, according to the August 2024 edition of Glenigan’s Construction Review.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 13, 2024

Financing woes, soaring material prices and waning demand are causing auto and battery makers to delay jobs, even those that have already started.

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Construction Placements

AUGUST 12, 2024

Top Construction Jobs That Don’t Require a Degree Discover a variety of rewarding construction jobs that don't require a degree. From carpentry to heavy equipment operation, explore roles that offer lucrative earnings and growth opportunities through skill development and on-the-job training. The post Top Construction Jobs That Don’t Require a Degree appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

The 75,000 square-foot development is the second C.W. Driver project for Menifee Union MENIFEE, Calif. – C.W. Driver Companies , a premier builder serving California for more than 100 years, recently celebrated the ribbon cutting of Menifee Union School District, Sally Buselt Elementary School. The all-new $54.5M K-5 elementary school will serve up to 600 students residing in Riverside County.

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Roads Online

AUGUST 13, 2024

Image courtesy of the South Australian Government. South Australian company Bardavcol has been awarded the contract for the major works on $85 million Marion Road and Sir Donald Bradman Drive intersection upgrade. The works aim to provide better traffic flow through the major commuter roads between the city and airport, both during and after construction of the River Torrens to Darlington Project.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 12, 2024

After Bechtel won a $4.3 billion contract for Train 4 of the Texas energy facility, a court overturned the project’s federal authorization, putting its timeline in doubt.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 12, 2024

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — LGI Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ: LGIH) is excited to announce the opening of its latest communities, Villa De Marcos Gabriel and Legacy at Sierra Vista, in the Albuquerque market. These exceptional new neighborhoods offer stunning new construction homes, with prices starting in the low $300s. Villa De Marcos Gabriel is ideally situated in Stinson Tower, providing residents with quick and easy access to a wide array of big-city amenities.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 13, 2024

Lisa Morey, founder of Nova Terra, shares the story behind her company and its eco-friendly masonry techniques

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Construction News

AUGUST 14, 2024

A builder has been given a 26-week suspended sentence after workers accessed a scaffold that was not erected properly. An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found David Beadle allowed workers to use the scaffold on at least three occasions. According to an… The post Builder gets suspended sentence for ‘dangerous’ scaffold appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 15, 2024

Several industry groups have filed suit to stop the change, which expands the definition of who can be present during jobsite inspections.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 14, 2024

Platinum Contracting of Nevada has been recognized among the 2024 Inc. 5000 list, Inc. magazine’s prestigious ranking of America’s fastest-growing companies. In its second consecutive year on the list, the general contractor ranked #1703 with a 306% three-year growth rate. The company is the only Nevada-based general contractor to be recognized on the list for the second year in a row, earning a national industry ranking of #97, a state ranking of #19 and a metro ranking of #14.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 15, 2024

Irregular lots are becoming the norm for local developers and builders. Here’s how one project overcame significant obstacles to provide much-needed housing.

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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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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2024

In today’s fast-paced contracting industry, contractor workplace safety is not just a priority—it’s a commitment. Highlighting pivotal events like OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week (August 12-18, 2024) underscores the essential role that contractor workplace safety plays in safeguarding not only the well-being of your team but also in bolstering productivity and morale.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 13, 2024

Only the largest contractors, those with $100 million or more in annual revenues, have a longer backlog than last year, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 14, 2024

This initiative will convert nearly 213,676 m2 (2.3 million sf) of vacant office buildings in the center of Chicago, an area known as The Loop, into residences and retail. Photo courtesy mindfrieze/Flickr Through the LaSalle Street Reimagined initiative, the city of Chicago plans to convert a collection of empty downtown office buildings into mixed-used and residential towers.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 16, 2024

Despite young people frequently thinking about homeownership, misconceptions about the housing market might be holding them back. According to housing market platform Realtor.com, 40% of Generation Z and Millennials think about buying a home at least once a week, but many feel discouraged by today's economic challenges. Additionally, more than half (56%) believe they're in a worse position to buy compared to previous generations.

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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

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 16, 2024

Avoiding cash flow crises is crucial for the success and sustainability of your construction business. Managing cash flow is vital for small business owners. Poor cash flow management can create significant challenges even if your business is profitable. Cash is a fact; Profit is an opinion A cash crisis can be emotionally devastating and even kill your business.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 13, 2024

SeaLevel Construction has started on the second phase of the Houma Navigation Canal Lock Complex, which aims to facilitate ship travel, support wetlands and protect the area from storm surge.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 12, 2024

The creation of a new railway line from Belfast to Derry/Londonderry via Portadown is included as a proposal in a report on improving rail across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The post New rail lines eyed in £31bn Republic and Northern Ireland vision appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 15, 2024

In an effort to improve housing production, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has made $100 million available in competitive grants through its new PRO Housing program. The program aims to reduce regulatory barriers, boost housing development, and make renting and buying homes more affordable. Communities across the U.S. can apply for the funding, with grants ranging from $1 million to $7 million for local governments and other organizations.

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In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.

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Construction News

AUGUST 16, 2024

Two more construction companies are facing administration, according to court filings. Norwich-based steelwork contractor Fourbay Structures filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator on Thursday (15 August). It came a day after Hodgkinson Builders Limited, the social housing division of Derby-based contractor Hodgkinson,… The post Two more firms facing administration appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 16, 2024

Focused on technology and manufacturing, the approach can optimize a project’s speed and efficiency, but adoption has been slow.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 12, 2024

United Utilities has shortlisted three applicants for the role of independent technical advisor on its £1.75bn Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (Harp) in a contract worth £50M. The post Trio shortlisted for technical adviser on United Utilities £1.75bn Haweswater Aqueduct scheme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

AUGUST 15, 2024

Engineer Trainee Positions at Tata Steel – Aspiring Engineers Program 2024 | Apply by September 4, 2024 Tata Steel invites applications for the Engineer Trainee Program 2024. Join a leading company and kickstart your engineering career. Apply by September 4, 2024. The post Engineer Trainee Positions at Tata Steel – Aspiring Engineers Program 2024 | Apply by September 4, 2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction News

AUGUST 13, 2024

From bricks made of mushrooms to energy-generating paint, Construction News takes a look at some of the innovative building materials and products set to transform the industry Bio-concrete The Global Concrete and Cement Association says that concrete can self-heal to a degree. But one way… The post Nine future building materials appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 14, 2024

Ohio-based GPRS, which specializes in infrastructure laser scanning and maintenance, acquired Existing Conditions, headquartered in Boston.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 15, 2024

Octavius has been awarded a road reconstruction and resurfacing scheme in and around the Fenland district of Cambridgeshire. The post Octavius wins ‘uniquely challenging’ Fens roads contract appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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