Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Craft training proves to be a crucial strategy for contractors, addressing workforce shortages, enhancing employee engagement and boosting competitiveness in the construction industry.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
AI in Home Building. What Now? What Next? ibush Fri, 02/16/2024 - 10:00 Artificial intelligence is coming to home building. How can builders use AI in new-home construction? Start with this primer Paul Deffenbaugh Science fiction writer Arthur C. Clarke famously said, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” In many ways, that’s an apt description of today’s attitudes toward artificial intelligence, more commonly referred to as “AI.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
by Mary Scott Nabers It is shocking to realize that more than 42% of America’s 617,000 bridges are more than half a century old, and one-third of them are in dire need of repair or replacement. Even more sobering is the fact that 46,000 U.S. bridges are considered structurally deficient or in poor condition, given that 178 million trips are made on them daily.
Prodyogi
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Are you a budding civil engineering student looking for exciting project ideas to tackle in 2024? Look no further! We've curated a list of 10 intriguing topics inspired by recent research in the field:Utilizing Recycled Materials in Road ConstructionExplore the effects of incorporating recycled asphalt material and natural pozzolan as additives in hot-mix asphalt.
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 Dive
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
The repeal, which took effect Tuesday, is the first such reversal since states began implementing laws that prohibit union security agreements in the 1940s.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Which US Housing Markets Are the Hottest? ibush Tue, 02/13/2024 - 09:55 Denver once again tops the list of the hottest MSAs overall on the U.S. News Housing Market Index, exhibiting a mix of strengths including a positive ratio of building permits to job growth Once again, Denver is at the top of the list of the hottest housing markets overall based on December 2023 data from the U.S.
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Prodyogi
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
A Request for Information (RFI) is a business process used within the course of a construction project to request clarifications related to project drawings, specifications, or other project conditions. RFIs initiated help to resolve data or information gaps, or ambiguity in a particular project thus helping to come up with the best decisions during the project.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Bryan Ehrlich was once on a professional football team’s roster, but today, he uses a lifetime of construction knowledge to deliver projects throughout the Southeast.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
AI Resource Guide Released for Builders and Contractors qpurcell Wed, 02/14/2024 - 12:47 Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has recently released its artificial intelligence technology guide for the construction community, which includes definitions, use cases, and considerations for builders. The purpose of the AI resource guide is to provide builders and contractors with a base-level knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI).
Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
DALLAS – Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center have selected HKS and Perkins&Will as the integrated design team to collaborate on a new pediatric campus in Dallas to meet the demands of the growing North Texas population. The new campus, which will replace the current Children’s Health hospital in Dallas, is designed to be one of the largest, most transformative pediatric hospitals in the nation.
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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.
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Two more sinkholes have opened up within five days of each other along the route of tunnelling for High Speed 2’s (HS2's) Chiltern tunnels. The post HS2 | Two more sinkholes form on Chilterns tunnelling route appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The firm will design and build a new acute care tower at Prince Albert Victoria Hospital with a heliport and an expanded emergency department.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Callahan, Contributing Editor P art 1 of this series addressed how home building lags other industries in achieving productivity gains and how simplification and standardization are key to improving productivity in housing construction.
Construction News
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
A significant number of councils will stop offering building-control services from April unless the deadline to prove professional competence is extended, the head of the service has warned the government. From 6 April, all building-control professionals must have passed a competence assessment and be registered… The post Government warned of looming building-control collapse appeared first on Construction News.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
The Tutor Perini subsidiary will lay approximately 150,000 feet of fiber-optic cable for North America’s largest transportation network.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
What Are Our Affordable Housing Options? Really ibush Fri, 02/16/2024 - 11:01 The United States has a housing affordability problem. You know it, I know it, and certainly people who want to buy or rent homes know it. In Q3 2023 (the most recent data available), just 37.4% of new and existing homes sold were affordable to families earning the U.S. median income of $96,300, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index —a record low.
For Construction Pros
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
While the flywheel effect involves considerable upfront exertion, the resulting momentum can sustain a business and keep it moving with less effort applied to routine maintenance over time.
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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
For a business to thrive and grow, it needs a strategic plan and the ability to find new customers and continually tap into promising markets. However, this can be easier said than done in a highly competitive trade industry. With time, the quality of your work will speak for itself, which is the most valuable testimonial of all. While your good reputation preceding you is undoubtedly essential, there are a few other ways that you'll want to market your services to ensure that you have a steady
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Futures traders now see a 52% probability that policymakers in June will cut the federal funds rate from its current peak level between 5.25% and 5.5%.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Your Guide to Pro Builder Show Village at IBS 2024 ibush Fri, 02/16/2024 - 11:58 The anchor of the outdoor exhibits at the International Builders’ Show is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Join us! The International Builders’ Show can get a little crazy, so we thought we’d make it easy for you to find and get a sense of Pro Builder Show Village 2024, located right across the street from the Central Hall entrance to the Las Vegas Convention Center.
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
The government has confirmed that it is developing strategies to deal with a potential extreme space weather event. NCE asks what is space weather, how is it monitored and what affects could it have on infrastructure? The post Plans for infrastructure preparedness against solar storms ‘being explored’, government confirms appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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.
BDC Network
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
5 things developers should know about mass timber 0 qpurcell Thu, 02/15/2024 - 13:36 Mass Timber Gensler's Erik Barth, architect and regional design resilience leader, shares considerations for developers when looking at mass timber solutions. Erik Barth Regulations Mass Timber Wood The Changing Built Environment The U.N.’s International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) sixth assessment report on climate change is an urgent call to action for the building industry.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Doug Beane, CFO of North Carolina-based Samet Corp., said high interest rates continuing could mean a sluggish second half to the year.
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
The under-development, Rockaway Village in Queens, has replaced the abandoned strip mall and parking space nestled between the A train terminal and the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) with an affordable housing design model. Reimagining the connection between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and LIRR stations, the development is envisioned as a series of novel public spaces and streets that will breathe new life into the center of downtown Far Rockaway.
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
New data showing a technical recession and lower construction output in the UK send a message to government that “cuts have consequences”, according to representatives of the civil engineering and construction sectors. The post Frustration across sector as new figures show UK recession and construction slowdown appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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.
For Construction Pros
FEBRUARY 10, 2024
Job Costing is an important tool in evaluating your business performance. Without job costing, it’s difficult to understand where you’re making your money. You could be making a significant profit on certain types of projects and losing money on others.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
An NCES survey found about a third of public schools have never undergone any major renovations, been replaced or gotten an addition.
Construction Placements
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
SECL Recruitment 2024 for Graduate and Technician Apprentices | 1425 Posts | 27-02-2024 SECL Recruitment 2024 for Graduate and Technician Apprentices with 1425 Posts vacancies, the last date to apply is 27-02-2024 The post SECL Recruitment 2024 for Graduate and Technician Apprentices | 1425 Posts | 27-02-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Tunnels for water intake and outfall are ready to be connected from Hinkley Point C to the Bristol Channel. The post Hinkley Point C water tunnels ready for connection to Bristol Channel appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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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