Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

From The Zweig Letter : By Mark Zweig If you take an honest look at people who are really good project managers, you’ll find they have some specific personality traits and abilities that lead to their success. The owners of practically every AEC firm we talk to or work with tell us that they are trying to have better project managers. You don’t have to be a genius to understand that if you do projects as your primary source of income for your business, you are going to want to have capable proje

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The first increase since September highlights the ongoing presence of material price volatility, said Anirban Basu, Associated Builders and Contractors’ chief economist.

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Build LLC Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

BUILD picks apart a recent project for keys to improve the efficiency of rentable area The post The Optimized Building appeared first on BUILD Blog.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Construction of the record-breaking Colne Valley Viaduct for the High Speed 2 (HS2) railway has been halted due to the need for “urgent remedial works”. The post HS2 | Colne Valley Viaduct construction halted for ‘urgent remedial works’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Executive Vice President Randy Abdallah talks about manufacturing projects, top sectors for growth and industrywide challenges.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Concrete Wall Panels Help Build Noncombustible Homes qpurcell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 11:24 As California’s wildfires rage and major home insurers pull out of the state , the rising risk of home fires isn’t being helped by conventional construction, says Scott Long. When one wood-frame home goes up, others nearby quickly follow, he says. “That’s why these fires are as devastating as they are.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Campaigners’ case against the government’s decision to green light the £1.7bn Stonhenge Tunnel has been quashed by a High Court judge. The post Stonehenge Tunnel | Judge quashes legal challenge against DCO decision appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Expected interest rate cuts in the second half of 2024 should spur more starts as the year progresses, said Richard Branch, chief economist at Dodge Construction Network.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Using Higharc, Buffington Homes cut time to market and added $10M in revenue kcichowicz Thu, 02/22/2024 - 09:40 Case Study Image BUFFINGTON HOMES SLASHES TIME TO MARKET BY 75% USING HIGHARC Explore how Buffington Homes got a jumpstart on the fiscal year despite blueprint challenges that posed potential delays. Using Higharc, Buffington quickly centralized data, created drawings, and accelerated planning to get ahead of a time-sensitive market opportunity. 2X Faster design cycle for new communi

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Walter P Moore announces the expansion of its Structures Group with the addition of structural engineering services in Chicago. “This strategic move emphasizes our commitment to geographical growth, allowing us to better serve our clients and meet the evolving needs of the industry,” said Dilip Choudhuri , President and CEO. Leading the new offering in Chicago is Brian McElhatten , who brings with him an impressive 25-year career in the city.

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Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Great British Railways (GBR) could increase collaboration within the rail sector and with other departments, helping to exploit the benefits of digital twins, according to a panel of experts from the rail industry. The post Great British Railways will increase data sharing for better digital twins, industry figures say appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

January's Mortgage Rate Dip Prompts Some Thawing of the Housing Market ibush Thu, 02/22/2024 - 09:41 A drop in mortgage rates from recent peaks nudged more homebuyers and sellers into the market, signaling the start of more supply and demand High interest rates for home loans have been one reason why buyers and sellers have been reluctant to enter the housing market, but January saw a downtick in mortgage rates, encouraging more buyers and sellers to enter the market.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The digital mapping system is being implemented on projects delivered through the Repairs and Maintenance Framework with Northumbrian Water Group. Esh Construction has showcased the latest in UK digital mapping innovations on site after helping to shape the technology’s development with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG). The National Underground Asset Register (NUAR) was created by the Geospatial Commission to digitally map data on underground power cables and utility services across the UK.

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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.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

A community interest company (CIC) in Northumberland has leased a section of disused railway to make it an active travel path after the 19th century bridges on the route were prevented from being infilled. The post Disused Northumberland railway to become greenway after bridges saved from infilling appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Autonomous drone technology, metal reclamation and modular construction topped the list of the biggest contech funding rounds last year.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Q4 2023 Best Quarter for Townhouse Construction in 17 Years ibush Tue, 02/20/2024 - 13:38 Prospects for townhouse construction were bright during the final quarter of 2023, and long-run prospects for this housing type look positive, too Single-family construction may have been weak during 2023, but by contrast, townhouse construction during the fourth quarter last year was going strong, according to analysis of U.S.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

New version of Trimble’s next-generation paving control platform for smoother, more precise paving surfaces extends the functionality to an additional machine type WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today the availability of the Trimble® Roadworks Paving Control Platform for Mills and Cold Planers, extending the functionality of Trimble’s next-generation, 3D paving control system.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Our customer community feels positive about job prospects for women in construction - now here's how to take that "job" and make it a "career"!

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Strong awards and cash generation were countered by a large negative charge, according to one financial research analyst.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Report Explores US Homeownership Trends, Finds Minorities Making Gains ibush Thu, 02/22/2024 - 11:37 A new National Association of Realtors report finds Asian Americans and Hispanics have made the greatest gains in homeownership over the past decade From 2012 to 2022, homeownership among Americans increased significantly, with rates consistently growing across all racial and ethnic groups.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

National Design-Build Firm Achieves Record 135% Year-Over-Year Revenue Growth and Appoints New Executive Management Team at 10-Year Milestone LENEXA, Kan. — Henderson Building Solutions , a national design-build construction management and commissioning firm, proudly announces a revenue milestone and new leadership as the firm reaches 10 years of operations.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Years of neglect led to the corrosion of the weathering steel legs of Pennsylvania’s Fern Hollow Bridge in the lead up to its collapse, new details from USA’s National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reveal. The post Fern Hollow Bridge collapse | Details emerge on years of neglect leading to leg corrosion appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Credit for Builders Still Tight But Shows Some Easing ibush Wed, 02/21/2024 - 09:13 Credit for residential AD&C remained constrained during Q4 2023, but the good news is that tightening is less widespread than in recent quarters Although credit for residential land acquisition, development, and construction (AD&C) during Q4 2023 remained tight, according to both the Federal Reserve's Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey on Bank Lending Practices and the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

BOSTON, Mass. — Newforma , the leader in Project Information Management (PIM) software for architects, engineers, contractors, and owners (AECO) worldwide, is thrilled to announce the release of the Newforma Konekt Procore Connector, a powerful integration that seamlessly bridges the gap between the recently released web-based, cloud-hosted Newforma Konekt platform and the Procore contract administration platform.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

One of the accounting department’s greatest assets is its ability to assess risk and avoid it. Harness the power of your accounting department!

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The White House is also expected to delay the transition to electric vehicles in a revision to the Environmental Protection Agency's proposed emissions regulation.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Ivory Innovations Announces 25 Finalists for the 2024 Ivory Prize ibush Wed, 02/21/2024 - 10:53 The finalists for the prize demonstrate innovative, scalable solutions for advancing housing affordability Nonprofit Ivory Innovations has announced the finalists in its 2024 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability. The Ivory Prize, now in its sixth year, culminates in $300,000 of grants to winners in three categories: Construction & Design, Finance, and Policy & Regulatory Reform, all focused on findi

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

St. Louis, MO – For many children, a trip to the doctor can be anxiety-inducing or even downright scary. Pediatricians’ offices have long tried to combat that fear by creating a softer and more child-friendly environment with toys, games and colorful décor, but what if the building itself was designed from the ground-up to directly address and distract from children’s anxiety — starting from the moment they pull into the parking lot?

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