Florida construction workers say they’re denied water, rest, shade
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2024
With a state law restricting local governments from mandating heat safety on the horizon, immigrant laborers say bosses refuse their calls for relief.
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FHLBank of Atlanta Commits $10M for New Affordable Housing Program
The Pro Builder
MAY 30, 2024
FHLBank of Atlanta Commits $10M for New Affordable Housing Program csweeney Thu, 05/30/2024 - 12:58 The initiative will primarily benefit homebuyers in southeastern states A new program from Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLBank Atlanta) could increase the number of homebuyers in southeastern states. Through the new Workforce Housing Plus+ Program, FHLBank of Atlanta is contributing $10 million to affordable housing in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Vir
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What are the Underlays for Roofing Membranes?
Prodyogi
MAY 30, 2024
A flat or low-slope roof assembly is much more than just the visible roofing membrane. It consists of several layers working together to provide long-term durability, energy efficiency, and protection against the elements. Understanding what goes under the roofing membrane is crucial for creating sustainable and efficient roofing systems.
Types of Companies and Consultants Involved in Residential and Commercial Construction Projects
Construction Placements
MAY 28, 2024
Types of Companies and Consultants Involved in Residential and Commercial Construction Projects Explore the various types of companies and consultants that play critical roles in residential and commercial construction projects, ensuring successful outcomes from planning to completion. The post Types of Companies and Consultants Involved in Residential and Commercial Construction Projects appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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.
IStructE president Tanya de Hoog on elevating engineering to deliver positive change
New Civil Engineer
MAY 27, 2024
Tanya de Hoog’s inaugural address on accepting her role as 2024 president of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) in January, took as its theme “Engineering with purpose: aligning our values for global impact”. The post IStructE president Tanya de Hoog on elevating engineering to deliver positive change appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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1.5M Housing Units Need to Be Added to Balance US Housing Market
The Pro Builder
MAY 31, 2024
1.5M Housing Units Need to Be Added to Balance US Housing Market csweeney Fri, 05/31/2024 - 11:55 The housing market will likely see challenges persist if inventory isn’t added to accommodate growing demand Although housing inventory across the U.S. has increased over the last few years, recent data indicates builders still have a long way to go before they meet demand.
MBMA Announces 2023 Safety Award Winners
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 28, 2024
CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: Each year the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) honors member companies that demonstrate exceptional performance in maintaining workplace safety. These awards are given to Building Systems members as well as Associate members for their performance during the previous calendar year. Safety awards for the 2023 year were presented during the 2024 MBMA Spring Meeting held April 24 – 26 in San Diego, California.
How to Boost Construction Equipment Efficiency with CMMS?
Prodyogi
MAY 31, 2024
Alright, let's talk construction. You know, where every hammer swing and concrete pour needs to be on point. It's a world where time is gold, and everything needs to fit together just right. That's why managing construction gear is like the secret sauce for success. Whether you're building a giant skyscraper or your dream home, you've got a ton of heavy machinery doing the heavy lifting.
At halfway mark, majority of infrastructure law funds yet to be spent
Construction Dive
MAY 28, 2024
The number of projects identified or underway is up 40% in the past six months according to the White House, but more money needs to be disbursed.
12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform
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These Housing Markets Are Seeing Higher Than Average Price Increases
The Pro Builder
MAY 30, 2024
These Housing Markets Are Seeing Higher Than Average Price Increases csweeney Thu, 05/30/2024 - 13:08 The majority of metros where housing costs increased fastest are in the Northeast Home prices in the U.S. rose 6.5% year-over-year in March, but some cities are experiencing greater price gains than others, according to recent insight from housing market platform Realtor.com.
LAN Plays Key Role in Launching San Antonio, Texas Inaugural ASHE Chapter
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 29, 2024
San Antonio, Texas — Lockwood, Andrews, and Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces its sponsorship of the new San Antonio section of the American Society of Highway Engineers (ASHE). Highway engineering professionals in the San Antonio area now have a local community dedicated to ASHE’s mission, creating a supportive network with invaluable resources and endless possibilities for growth.
DfT achieved ‘very little’ on rail reform with Great British Railways role unclear, PAC reports
New Civil Engineer
MAY 28, 2024
The Department for Transport (DfT) has “has achieved very little” in its efforts to bring in rail reform, with Great British Railways’ responsibilities remaining unclear and taxpayers losing out, according to the Public Accounts Committee. The post DfT achieved ‘very little’ on rail reform with Great British Railways role unclear, PAC reports appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Test AI now, but know the risks, panelists say
Construction Dive
MAY 29, 2024
Speakers at the annual NIBS conference recommended using the “gorilla test” and other techniques to monitor the technology as it evolves.
The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software
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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.
More Than Half of All Homebuyers Say They Prefer New Homes
The Pro Builder
MAY 29, 2024
More Than Half of All Homebuyers Say They Prefer New Homes csweeney Wed, 05/29/2024 - 12:48 This trend comes as the price gap between new and existing homes narrows As housing costs increase, so does homebuyer interest in new homes. According to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog, 61% of prospective homebuyers say they would prefer a new home over an existing one.
Construction Begins on DSRT Surf Resort in the Inland Empire
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 31, 2024
Designed by AO and developed by Beach Street, the 17-acre destination will be California’s first to offer man-made surf waves open to the public Palm Desert, Calif. – Last week marked a significant milestone for wave-seekers and surf enthusiasts as construction began on the highly anticipated DSRT Surf Resort. This 17-acre AO-designed destination in Palm Desert, developed by Beach Street Development & Operations, will be California’s first facility to offer man-made surf waves open to the p
Northumberland A1 dualling given go ahead after three years of waiting
New Civil Engineer
MAY 28, 2024
National Highways has been granted development consent order (DCO) for its A1 Morpeth to Ellingham upgrade scheme after nearly three years of waiting for the transport secretary’s ruling. The post Northumberland A1 dualling given go ahead after three years of waiting appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The top commercial contractors of 2024
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2024
Turner retained the No. 1 crown, but a different builder has worked its way up to the second-place slot in ENR’s annual ranking.
The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs
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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
FEMA Announces Additional $300M for National Flood Insurance Program
The Pro Builder
MAY 31, 2024
FEMA Announces Additional $300M for National Flood Insurance Program csweeney Fri, 05/31/2024 - 10:07 In total, $660 million in funding has been allocated to strengthen infrastructure in the US The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently announced an additional $300 million in Swift Current funding, an initiative aimed at helping National Flood Insurance Program policyholders recover from flooding.
New criteria established for calculating the product carbon footprint of formwork and scaffolding
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 29, 2024
Doka, a leading supplier of formwork and scaffolding for construction, played a key role in the development of standards for calculating product carbon footprints for the formwork and scaffolding industry. Kenilworth, New Jersey – A product carbon footprint (PCF) measures the total greenhouse gas emissions generated by a product across all relevant material lifecycle phases.
Utilizing The Power Of Financial Modeling In The Construction Industry
Contractor Bookkeeping
MAY 31, 2024
In the ever-evolving world of construction, financial modeling is a game-changer. It drives intelligent decision-making, minimizes risks, and ensures the revenue health of projects. Crafting precise and insightful financial models is a valuable tool for construction companies. It offers a panoramic view of the asset landscape and enables proactive planning and strategic management.
The Dotted Line: Avoiding common construction disputes on Key Bridge rebuild
Construction Dive
MAY 28, 2024
While projects of this scope and size often get mired in litigation, knowing the process from the get-go can help minimize conflicts, attorneys say.
From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC
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Despite Having Nondiscriminatory Housing Laws, LGBTQ+ Community Still Can’t Afford Homes in These Areas
The Pro Builder
MAY 31, 2024
Despite Having Nondiscriminatory Housing Laws, LGBTQ+ Community Still Can’t Afford Homes in These Areas csweeney Fri, 05/31/2024 - 12:04 In cities where LGBTQ+ people make up the largest share of the adult population, less than 10% of homes are affordable While many areas have nondiscriminatory housing laws in place, members of the LGBTQ+ community may still not be able to find attainable housing in these locales.
MILESTONE ACHIEVED IN CONSTRUCTION OF CLYDE CROSSING BRIDGE IN RENFREWSHIRE
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 31, 2024
H&H, in partnership with Roughan & O’Donovan (ROD), marks a significant milestone in the construction of the Clyde Crossing Bridge in Renfrewshire, Scotland. The north leaf was shipped from Arendonk, Belgium, to Vlissingen, Netherlands, and travelled by barge to Renfrewshire. Recently, the second section was floated into place using SPMTs (self-propelled modular transporters).
DRDO Walk-in for Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | 18th to 21st June 2024.
Construction Placements
MAY 27, 2024
DRDO Walk-in for Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | 18th to 21st June 2024. DRDO Walk-in for Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) interview Dates are from 18th to 21st June 2024. The post DRDO Walk-in for Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | 18th to 21st June 2024. appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Commercial builders’ biggest concerns
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2024
A new report on construction challenges suggests a gap between contractors’ awareness of risks and their readiness to mitigate them.
How ERPs Are Reshaping Efficiency in the Construction Industry
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The US Housing Market Faces Uncertainty, But There Are Signs of Recovery Ahead
The Pro Builder
MAY 31, 2024
The US Housing Market Faces Uncertainty, But There Are Signs of Recovery Ahead csweeney Fri, 05/31/2024 - 12:13 There’s improvement, just don’t expect the housing market to return to pre-pandemic norms Price increases, inflation rate hikes, and a looming recession that has yet to fully materialize, have made traditional aspects of the housing market difficult to analyze in recent years.
Lawrence Group Takes Care to Maintain Original Architect’s Vision While Renovating Library at Iowa’s Simpson College
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 30, 2024
St. Louis, MO — Lawrence Group was recently tasked with reimagining 60-year-old Dunn Library at Simpson College into a modern, state-of-the-art hub for teacher education and academic support services. Built in 1965, Dunn Library was nearing the end of its serviceable life. For 60 years, Austrian-American Architect Richard Neutra’s modern masterpiece has stood sentinel over the quad at Simpson College, a private Methodist liberal arts college in Indianola, Iowa.
Nervous insurers pulling cover in wake of contractor failures
Construction News
MAY 28, 2024
Materials suppliers are struggling to protect themselves against bad debts as the insurance market shows signs of losing nerve in the wake of high-profile contractor failures. A survey of members of the British Merchants Federation (BMF) has revealed that almost a third (31.2 per cent)… The post Nervous insurers pulling cover in wake of contractor failures appeared first on Construction News.
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