Construction Dive
APRIL 15, 2024
Achieving diversity goals in construction has long been an uphill battle, but innovative AI solutions are transforming outdated sourcing methods - allowing contractors to easily connect with qualified diverse firms while saving time and money.
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.
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Construction Dive
APRIL 15, 2024
The agency, along with two separate joint ventures, completed work near the La Brea Tar Pits and around abandoned oil wells.
Construction Placements
APRIL 14, 2024
Discover Your Construction Personality Type with Our New Test Identify your construction personality type with our specialized test and tailor your career path for maximum success. Take the test today! The post Discover Your Construction Personality Type with Our New Test appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 18, 2024
New checkpoint is Phase 2 of the airport’s renovation project for future growth and increased efficiency Denver International Airport (DEN) recently opened its new 17-lane TSA security checkpoint on the terminal’s northwest end of Level 6. Global integrated design firm Stantec provided architecture, interior design, design management, and construction administration services for this second phase of DEN’s $2.1 billion Great Hall project.
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The Construction Index
APRIL 14, 2024
The UK’s trade deficit in building materials shrank by 14% last year but is still nearly five times higher than the target set by the government’s landmark strategy document.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 17, 2024
The hidden signs your firm’s plan is neither strategic nor growth-driven. By Ying Liu, LEED AP BD+C From the Zweig Letter Despite good intentions, one of the most common pitfalls in strategic planning is the lack or absence of growth strategies, let alone being intentional and strategic about them. Growth strategies are like part and parcel of a strategic plan in which the ultimate value and impacts are driven by a firm’s ability to both clearly articulate and robustly execute its growth strateg
Construction Dive
APRIL 18, 2024
The president has taken action to bolster registered apprenticeships, but employers say it could mean more regulatory hoops to jump through on public projects.
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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.
Construction News
APRIL 16, 2024
Jon Bootland is chief executive of the Passivhaus Trust, which promotes the adoption of the international Passivhaus eco-design standard in the UK Passivhaus is on the rise in the UK, with the Scottish Government developing a Passivhaus-equivalent policy for the energy efficiency of new-build housing,… The post Passivhaus needn’t be daunting – it’s just a shift in mindset appeared first on Construction News.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2024
5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home ibush Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:32 As a model of energy savings, water conservation, indoor comfort and health, and use of on-site renewable energy, The New American Home 2024 offers valuable lessons Drew Smith The New American Home 2024 is a testament to the evolution of sustainable, high-performance home design and construction.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 15, 2024
Top Considerations for Construction Professionals When undertaking a new construction project, the mathematics involved are usually very complex. A large list of considerations is at play for architects, contractors, and installers to meet the requirements and demands of the project from beginning to end. The selection of material plays a big role in the success of the project, both in the short term and long term.
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.
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The Construction Index
APRIL 18, 2024
The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has raised concerns about the lack of embodied carbon regulation within the proposed Future Homes and Building Standards.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2024
Build-to-Rent Is Booming, Particularly in These Metros ibush Thu, 04/18/2024 - 09:53 A recent report finds that the Phoenix metro leads with more than 4,000 build-to-rent units completed in 2023, and Texas is the leading state for build-to-rent development Build-to-rent housing is at a historical peak right now, according to a recent report released by apartment search website RentCafe.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2024
Indianapolis – Schmidt Associates, a leading Midwest architectural and engineering firm, is thrilled to announce the addition of Cori Korn, CFRM to the position of business development representative. In her new role, Korn will play a crucial part in engaging with central Indiana’s business and community leaders to address their facility design needs, fostering growth and development within communities.
Construction Dive
APRIL 19, 2024
The legislation, which raises maximum fees for those caught speeding in construction areas, comes a year after six workers were killed in what police say was a speeding-related collision.
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 Construction Index
APRIL 18, 2024
With less than a month to go until London's ExCeL doors open for the welcome return of UK Construction Week (7-9 May) Read Full Article: The Construction Index
The Pro Builder
APRIL 19, 2024
Todd Dawalt Todd Dawalt is the founder and host of The Construction Leading Edge podcast, dedicated to helping construction business owners from his experience managing projects from bathroom remodels to high-rise buildings. Now, he coaches construction business owners to systematize their business so it runs without them. Contact him at todd@constructionleadingedge.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 19, 2024
West Palm Beach, FL— WGI Inc. is proud to announce that it has been honored with three prestigious engineering excellence awards for its work on the Brightline High-Speed Rail project in Florida. WGI served as the sole geospatial consultant for phase four of the Brightline project, which extended from West Palm Beach to Cocoa, collecting and analyzing essential survey data for the project’s entire construction team.
Construction Dive
APRIL 18, 2024
The fatalities occurred after a truck driver entered an active work area during the state’s Work Zone Awareness Week.
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The Construction Index
APRIL 18, 2024
Sir Robert McAlpine has been appointed by the Broadgate joint venture to deliver 2 Finsbury Avenue, a dual high-rise in London’s Broadgate development.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 19, 2024
Metros Where Housing Prices Have Doubled in Less Than 10 Years ibush Fri, 04/19/2024 - 10:15 Historical data show it's taken less than 10 years for home prices to double in 68 of the country’s 100 largest cities A commonly held theory regarding home appreciation is that residential properties tend to double in value in around 10 years. But it turns out most major U.S. cities have seen home prices double faster than that, according to analysis of historical data by online real-estate marketplac
Construction News
APRIL 19, 2024
Contracting firm Geoffrey Osborne has filed for administration, but says it is in talks to sell the business to new owners. A notice announcing the company’s intention to appoint adminstrators was filed with the High Court shortly before 4pm yesterday by legal representative Macfarlanes. In… The post Geoffrey Osborne in sale talks, files administration notice appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Dive
APRIL 15, 2024
King County, Washington, is planning a slew of resilience and clean water upgrades over the next decade, bolstered by new EPA loan financing.
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Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.
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 19, 2024
Who's Earning What in Construction ibush Fri, 04/19/2024 - 12:21 Workers in construction management roles may earn a higher median wage, but on average, lower-paid occupations have experienced somewhat faster wage growth The U.S. median wage is $48,060, while the top 25% of workers earn at least $76,980, according to data from the May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program released by the U.S.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 16, 2024
Pro-bono church restoration project undertaken by Cushing Terrell Photo courtesy Cushing Terrell The Holy Aid and Comfort Spiritual Church, a distinguished landmark within the Seventh Ward of New Orleans, La., will undergo a major preservation and expansion project, led by Cushing Terrell. Recognized as one of the 11 most-endangered buildings by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in 2023, the church has tried to revitalize its cherished edifice.
Construction Dive
APRIL 15, 2024
The Texas Central project would connect Dallas and Houston using Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train technology. Amtrak announced its involvement in August.
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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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