Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2024

Researchers at the university’s Helmet Lab are turning their attention from the gridiron to the jobsite to better understand how to mitigate head injuries at work.

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Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2024

Total groundbreakings plummeted to kick off the summer, but included a $1.5 billion data center in Ohio and $1 billion multifamily building in Florida.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 22, 2024

Plans to bring High Speed 2 (HS2) into Euston and associated developments in the local area are being worked on “at pace” by the secretary of state for transport Louise Haigh. The post Transport secretary working ‘at pace’ on plan for HS2 Euston station appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 24, 2024

By Ying Liu, MBA, LEED AP BD+C, Director of Strategy and Growth, Zweig Group From The Zweig Letter Five essential practices you can use to actively engage board members and forge invaluable business partners. What shapes the future of a company at the highest level? In the dynamic landscape of corporate governance, the relationship between a CEO and the board chair is pivotal.

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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.

Risk Management

The Pro Builder

JULY 26, 2024

Between rising home costs and an ongoing housing shortage, even starter homes are becoming unaffordable for most first-time homebuyers. According to housing market platform Zillow, there are now more than 200 U.S. cities where a starter home costs at least $1 million. Five years ago, only 84 cities had such high prices for starter homes. Nearly half of the cities with $1 million starter homes are in California, which leads with 117 cities, followed by New York and New Jersey, which each have 31

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Construction Dive

JULY 25, 2024

Legal experts say regardless of whether the standard will be adopted, it’s a helpful tool and provides insight into the agency’s view of heat safety.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JULY 26, 2024

The recent cyber outage is a stark reminder of digital systems' vulnerability and potential impact on businesses, including those in the construction industry. This incident offers several critical lessons for construction bookkeeping. As a contractor, your accounting and bookkeeping systems are vulnerable not only to cyber threats but also to software outages, which can compromise sensitive financial data and disrupt business operations.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 22, 2024

Prior to the pandemic, new construction homes were typically priced well above single-family homes, but when looking at the price per square foot, this appears to no longer be the case. According to housing market platform Zillow, new construction homes in May sold for $209.70 per square foot on average, which is just under the $213.20 rate for existing homes.

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Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2024

The biggest contractor in the U.S. is eyeing data center and biopharma opportunities in Europe with the acquisition of an Ireland-based firm focused on tech-heavy builds.

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The Construction Index

JULY 21, 2024

An engineering firm has been fined after an employee suffered a fractured skull, hip, jaw and pelvis, while working at an HS2 construction site in Hertfordshire.

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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.

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Construction Placements

JULY 20, 2024

Job Titles for Mechanical Engineers: From Freshers to Experienced Professionals Explore diverse mechanical engineering job titles and roles for freshers and experienced professionals. The post Job Titles for Mechanical Engineers: From Freshers to Experienced Professionals appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

Selling a home right now can be challenging for any homeowner due to limited inventory and rising home prices. For Baby Boomers who are looking to downsize, the housing market could prove to be even more challenging as many homes do not meet the criteria of aging in place. According to online real estate marketplace OpenDoor, the Baby Boomer generation owns about 32 million homes in the U.S., but less than 40% of homes have basic features for aging, such as step-free entryways and bedrooms on th

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Construction Dive

JULY 23, 2024

The Chimney Hollow Reservoir, built with only the second asphalt core dam in the country, aims to make water access more reliable for Southern Rocky Mountain communities.

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The Construction Index

JULY 25, 2024

Network Rail has developed a new type of composite sleeper with substantially less embedded carbon than traditional wooden or concrete ones.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 25, 2024

With conventional stringliners, the process is vulnerable to human error. Automated and robotic stringlines help remove that human variable and increase accuracy.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 23, 2024

Expansive glass walls define this unusual ranch-style single story home that goes by the name “Caterpillar House” due to its fascinating curved layout.

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Construction Dive

JULY 22, 2024

The planned 10,000-seat Richmond Diamond District Ballpark will be the home of the Flying Squirrels, an affiliate of the MLB’s San Francisco Giants.

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The Construction Index

JULY 23, 2024

A 10-year, £369m programme to refurbish Buckingham Palace is being well managed and demonstrates good practice in numerous areas, according the National Audit Office.

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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.

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Construction Placements

JULY 26, 2024

MERC Recruitment 2024 for Officers on Retainership cum Consultancy | 05-08-2024 MERC Recruitment 2024 for Officers on Retainership cum Consultancy last date to apply for this job is 05-08-2024 The post MERC Recruitment 2024 for Officers on Retainership cum Consultancy | 05-08-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 26, 2024

With home prices increasing 54% since 2019, it's become increasingly difficult for young people to afford homes. And according to GoBankingRates, high interest rates, low inventory, and elevated prices have deterred many young people, especially Generation Z, from prioritizing homeownership. Gen Z might pursue alternative homeownership models, such as co-buying with friends or house hacking (renting out part of their home).

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Construction Dive

JULY 22, 2024

An automatic sprinkler installer based in the Bay Area allegedly made verbal and physical threats against a worker due to his gender identity and sexual orientation, the agency said.

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The Construction Index

JULY 24, 2024

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation has appointed Willmott Dixon for a £61m upgrade at Kendrew Barracks in Rutland in the East Midlands.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 24, 2024

Floating wind farms are becoming ever more viable, opening up new possibilities for renewable energy from the sea. The post How can the UK unlock floating offshore wind’s potential? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 26, 2024

During the pandemic, cash offers dominated the housing market, but this trend is slowing down. According to real estate marketing platform Realtor.com, 64% of investors used cash to purchase a home in 2024, down from 69.7% in 2021 and at the lowest percentage since 2008. There are many reasons why this is occurring, such as the rise in home costs. However, Realtor.com suggests the main reason for the shift is the decrease in big investors with strong financial backing.

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Construction Dive

JULY 24, 2024

Sun State Builders and Parkway Construction recently delivered the Phoenix-area manufacturing facility for the spaceflight company.

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The Construction Index

JULY 22, 2024

The government is hoping to win over nature conservation organisations with the line that house-building is ultimately good for the natural environment.

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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.

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Construction Placements

JULY 26, 2024

SDCL Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts | 07 Posts | 02-08-2024 SDCL Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts with 07 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 02-08-2024 The post SDCL Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts | 07 Posts | 02-08-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 26, 2024

Home prices are increasing, and one way to track that data, according to Fast Company, is by monitoring active listings and months of supply. Markets with active inventory that's back to pre-pandemic levels have seen weaker price growth in the past 24 months, while those with significantly lower inventory have seen larger price increases. Nationally, active listings have increased by 36.7% from June 2023 to June 2024 but remain 31.1% below June 2019 levels.

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Construction Dive

JULY 26, 2024

Over 40 cities will have these standards in place by 2026, compelling building owners to prioritize energy efficiency and emissions reduction measures, according to a report from JLL.

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Construction News

JULY 23, 2024

Closing HS2’s cancelled second phase will cost £100m and take three years despite no major construction work ever taking place, a watchdog has said. Works already started are likely to take until summer 2027 to reverse, a report by the National Audit Office (NAO) concluded.… The post HS2: Cancelling phase two to cost £100m, says watchdog appeared first on Construction News.

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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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