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NY announces first-in-the-nation state concrete mandate

Construction Dive

Set for January 2025, the state’s Buy Clean Concrete rules establishing greenhouse gas emission limits will cover all agency projects.

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A Visit to the Cairo Monorail

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers Cairo and its surrounding metropolitan area has seen a significant amount of change over the last two decades. Where once there was little to break the seemingly endless sands that encompassed the city of Cairo, a series of new developments have been built to support the region’s shifting needs and population. Places like the New Administrative Capital–which has been under construction since 2015–are being rapidly built and expanded.

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Why the Boom in Rental Apartment Construction Isn't Helping Affordability

The Pro Builder

Why the Boom in Rental Apartment Construction Isn't Helping Affordability ldeakins Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:40 A rental apartment construction boom isn't enough to resolve the growing affordability crisis, especially when most of those units are high-end and aren't located where housing is most needed America is experiencing a rental apartment construction boom, with more than 1.2 million new units built since 2020 and nearly a million more expected by 2025, according to The New York Times.

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Gold Nanoclusters A Potential Game-Changer in Hydrogen Energy Production

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In the quest for sustainable and clean energy sources, researchers are shining a spotlight on an unlikely hero: gold nanoclusters. Gold (Au), with its extraordinary catalytic properties, could hold the key to revolutionizing the production of hydrogen energy, making it a more commercially feasible and environmentally sustainable option.

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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‘Everybody’s going to be impacted’: Fed shutdown would delay civil work

Construction Dive

Infrastructure projects will be held up if the government is not funded by Sunday, according to the White House and association leaders.

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All Homes Start Here: Register for IBS

The Pro Builder

All Homes Start Here: Register for IBS ibush Wed, 09/27/2023 - 05:25 NAHB Chairman's Message: Showcasing the best in residential construction, the 2024 International Builders' Show will offer a wealth of opportunities to learn, network, and socialize in Vegas in February Alicia Huey, 2023 NAHB Chairman The National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show (IBS) returns to Las Vegas in 2024 to showcase the best in residential construction, Feb. 27-29.

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HS2 awards £300M ground investigation contracts for phase 2 to Aecom, Bam and more

New Civil Engineer

Despite speculation that the second phase of High Speed Two (HS2) could be cancelled by the government, HS2 Ltd has awarded ground investigation contracts with a total value of up to £300M for the proposed route between Birmingham and Manchester. The post HS2 awards £300M ground investigation contracts for phase 2 to Aecom, Bam and more appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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2 more manufacturing megaprojects break ground

Construction Dive

Public money is keeping factory construction humming along at a record pace, including for new North Carolina and Louisiana facilities worth $3.6 billion total.

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Western Specialty Contractors Branches Specialize in Recovery Services for Facilities Damaged by Natural Disasters

Civil + Structural Engineer

St. Louis, MO – Losing a structure or building to an unforeseen natural disaster such as a hurricane or tornado can be devastating to the owner and its tenants. The decision to move forward with repairs may not come quickly, but when it does, facility managers and owners should work with a specialty contractor experienced in disaster recovery to get the job done correctly and efficiently.

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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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Florida Is Now the Second Most Valuable US Real Estate Market

The Pro Builder

Florida Is Now the Second Most Valuable US Real Estate Market ldeakins Wed, 09/27/2023 - 10:01 Housing markets such as Florida are seeing substantial growth driven by an uptick in new construction The U.S. housing market has seen remarkable growth over the past year, with its total value surging by more than $2.6 trillion since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Zillow reports.

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Build UK names new chair

Construction News

Build UK has named Julie White as its new chair. White, the owner and managing director of D-Drill & Sawing, succeeds former ISG chief executive Paul Cossell, who stands down after less than two years. Cossell took over from former Osborne chief executive Andy Steele.… The post Build UK names new chair appeared first on Construction News.

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$2B Disney-sized theme park set to break ground in Oklahoma

Construction Dive

American Heartland will sprawl over 1,000 acres in the northeastern part of the state, according to developer Mansion Entertainment Group.

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Oregon State University Team Wins 2023 PCI Big Beam Competition 

Civil + Structural Engineer

CHICAGO – Oregon State University has won the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institue’s (PCI) 2023 Engineering Design Competition, also known as the Big Beam Competition. The national competition, in its 23rd year, teaches college students important structural engineering skills in an applied learning environment that will benefit them in their future professions.

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The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs

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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Rebuilding from the Wreckage with Nudura ICFs

The Pro Builder

Rebuilding from the Wreckage with Nudura ICFs kcichowicz Fri, 09/29/2023 - 10:57 Case Study Image In December 2021 in Superior, Colorado, the Morris family was forced to flee their home as the Marshall Fires ravaged their community. In the aftermath of this devastating event, the family prioritized rebuilding a strong, durable home that was disaster resilient.

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Hunt begins for company to reopen, operate and develop Doncaster Sheffield Airport

New Civil Engineer

City of Doncaster Council is surging ahead with its plan to reopen Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) by launching procurement for a company to bring it back into operation. The post Hunt begins for company to reopen, operate and develop Doncaster Sheffield Airport appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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AECOM JV to lead $2.6B Virginia resilience project

Construction Dive

The mega-contractor, along with Moffatt & Nichol and Volkert, will provide program and project management services to protect the city from storm risk and sea-level rise due to climate change.

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NOISETTE CREEK BRIDGE WINS NATIONAL AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION 2023 PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT OF THE YEAR AWARD

Civil + Structural Engineer

Mt. Pleasant, SC — The American Public Works Association (APWA) announced that Thomas & Hutton (T&H) earned APWA’s 2023 Public Works Project of the Year Award for the City of North Charleston’s Noisette Creek Pedestrian Bridge. The Project of the Year Awards honors publicly developed, owned, and maintained infrastructure projects that promote excellence in construction management and administration.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

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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3 Truths for Home Sales Success Now and Into the Foreseeable Future

The Pro Builder

3 Truths for Home Sales Success Now and Into the Foreseeable Future ibush Sun, 09/24/2023 - 08:00 Most sales leaders have been in chaos control since 2020. Stop feeding that mindset and start shifting gears using these three insights Jeff Shore Is anyone else hearing echoes from 2008? The slightest whisper of that year is enough to send shivers down the spine of anyone who ever worked in home sales.

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Mace working on Euston designs to meet HS2 budget

New Civil Engineer

The chief executive of Mace has hit out at plans to scrap further parts of HS2, stating that the contractor is working on new designs for Euston which can meet the budget set for the terminus. The post Mace working on Euston designs to meet HS2 budget appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Unused parking adds over $2M to typical multifamily projects

Construction Dive

Reducing parking spaces can save money and minimize environmental impact, a Rutgers University white paper found.

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U.S. Department of Transportation Providing $4.65 Million in ‘Quick Release’ Emergency Relief Funding for Flood Damage Repair Work at Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee

Civil + Structural Engineer

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced the immediate availability of $4.65 million in “quick release” Emergency Relief funds for use by the U.S. Forest Service to repair damages to federally-owned roadways caused by heavy rain and severe flooding in Tennessee. The funds will offset costs of repair work needed for roads and other infrastructure in the Cherokee National Forest as a result of flood damage caused by heavy rains and

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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

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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Bathroom Remodeling Trends

The Pro Builder

Bathroom Remodeling Trends ldeakins Wed, 09/27/2023 - 10:28 Homeowners are upping their remodeling budgets to make their bathrooms larger, accessible, and more luxurious Homeowners are expanding and upgrading their bathrooms, with 1 in 5 opting for more space and more luxurious design features, according to the 2023 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends Study.

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Costain director named trade body’s first black president

Construction News

A commercial director at Costain has become the first black president of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES). Batsetswe Motsumi succeeds Andrew Evans, who had been in the role for the previous 18 months. Motsumi has been a member of the body’s council… The post Costain director named trade body’s first black president appeared first on Construction News.

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Bracing for rising seas, a Hawaii county makes builders prep for year 2100

Construction Dive

Kaua’i County is one of the nation’s first to base construction regulations on projected sea-level rise. A planning official explains how others could follow.

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Hancock Associates’ Russell Tedford Earns Professional Engineer License

Civil + Structural Engineer

Danvers, MA — Hancock Associates, a leading provider of land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services, is pleased to announce that Russell Tedford has passed the professional engineering exam and is now a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Massachusetts. Russ joined Hancock Associates in 2017 as a Field Surveyor and was promoted to Staff Surveyor and Staff Engineer and is currently one of the firm’s Project Engineers.

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Discover the Power of Next Gen Construction ERP

In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

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More Homebuyers Are Relocating for Affordability and Remote Work

The Pro Builder

More Homebuyers Are Relocating for Affordability and Remote Work ldeakins Thu, 09/28/2023 - 11:38 A record number of homebuyers are relocating in search of more affordable homes. But where are they going? A record 26% of homebuyers are seeking to relocate to different parts of the country due to remote work and affordability concerns. Homebuyers are increasingly searching for affordable destinations, with nine of the top 10 migration destinations boasting lower median home-sale prices than the m

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Struggling water companies leave £1.7bn of infrastructure enhancement budgets unspent

New Civil Engineer

Ofwat has ordered water companies to gear up for better delivery after more than £1.7bn of cash set aside to enhance water infrastructure went unspent over the past three years. The post Struggling water companies leave £1.7bn of infrastructure enhancement budgets unspent appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Workers sue Amazon, contractors, for nooses at Connecticut site

Construction Dive

A federal complaint alleges supervisors initially tried to keep the 2021 discovery out of the news before suggesting workers of color planted the items.

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