Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Nearly nine in 10 firms are feeling the pinch on skilled labor, but tech may be a salve for employment woes, according to the Associated General Contractors of America.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
CHICAGO /PRNewswire/ — H.W. Lochner, Inc. ( Lochner ), a leading provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, has been selected by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to conduct a Project Development & Environment (PD&E) study of transportation challenges at the SR 714/Monterey Road intersection with the Florida East Coast (FEC) Railroad Crossing.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
MPC Developer Partners With Local Trade Students ldeakins Wed, 09/13/2023 - 12:33 A California developer is enlisting the help of local trade students for a new master planned community project Silverwood, a master planned community under construction in Hesperia, Calif., has partnered with local educational institutions to engage students in its career pathways program.
Build LLC Blog
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
BUILD interviews Stockholm architect Håkan Widjedal, Part 1 The post Architecture as Instrument: An Interview with Håkan Widjedal, Arkitektstudio Widjedal Racki, Part 1 appeared first on BUILD Blog.
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Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Despite tightening credit, high project financing costs and lingering recession fears, the country’s biggest contractors continue to book more new business, said Anirban Basu, ABC chief economist.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
NAHB Kicks Off Professional Women in Building Week ldeakins Mon, 09/11/2023 - 10:33 The National Association of Home Builders is celebrating women in the residential construction industry during its annual Professional Women in Building Week The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will celebrate its annual Professional Women in Building (PWB) Week from September 11 to 15, highlighting the vital role of women in the residential construction industry.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Images from National Highways’ ongoing removal of the concrete infill beneath the 19th century Great Musgrave bridge show that damage has been done to the underside of the historic structure. The post Latest images from Great Musgrave bridge infill removal reveal damage to historic structure appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Commercial and institutional activity are likely to continue to be constrained for the rest of 2023, as evidenced by a key index’s sixth straight decline.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
London, UK — Award-winning sustainability consultancy Action Sustainability has today released its new report offering unprecedented insights into the current state of sustainable procurement adoption and maturity across various industries in the United Kingdom. In recent years, substantial progress has been made in the field of supply chain sustainability, with sustainable procurement garnering global awareness.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Bozeman's Efforts to Produce Affordable Housing Yield Hundreds of New Units ldeakins Fri, 09/15/2023 - 08:12 Recent policy changes in this Montana city have resulted in the creation of more than 500 affordable housing units Bozeman officials recently announced that the city has 1,774 housing units in the development pipeline, with 592 of them priced affordably.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Prime minister Rishi Sunak and chancellor Jeremy Hunt are in discussions over whether to cancel Phase 2 of High Speed 2 (HS2) to save money and provide economic headroom. The post Government considering cancelling HS2 north of Birmingham to save money appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Risk is growing from flooding and wildfires, said National Institute of Building Sciences panelists, and builders are relying on outdated guidance.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Detroit, MI – RS&H is pleased to announce that Matthew Chynoweth, PE, has joined the national, employee-owned architecture, engineering and consulting firm as its National Bridge Group Leader. Chynoweth will shape and coordinate RS&H’s bridge services and work across the company to elevate the firm’s recognition in the bridge engineering community.
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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
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
High Monthly Housing Expenses Cause for Pause ldeakins Thu, 09/14/2023 - 10:19 With high median monthly mortgage payments, prospective buyers and sellers aren't too eager to jump into the for-sale market The U.S. housing market is experiencing an unprecedented affordability crisis, with the median monthly mortgage payment reaching a record high of $2,632 due to mortgage rates above 7% and a 4% year-over-year increase in home prices.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Work at Hinkley Point C is nearing its next major engineering feat as a 245t steel dome set to be lifted to close the first reactor building. The post Construction of Hinkley Point C nears first reactor milestone appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Contractors are prime targets for hacks, but there are important steps businessowners can take to protect themselves, writes one cyber expert.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
NEW YORK — Jennifer Gagnier is joining WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, as senior vice president of health, safety, environment and quality (HSEQ) for the U.S. In her new executive leadership role, Gagnier is accountable for the strategic direction, development and management of all HSEQ frameworks, metrics and reporting standards in the U.S. region.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Why Does the Housing Market Feel Like It's 1996? ldeakins Thu, 09/14/2023 - 10:29 The number of mortgage applications is currently at levels not seen since the mid-'90s As high mortgage rates continue to hamper homebuyers in the real estate market, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that mortgage applications have fallen to their lowest point since 1996 during the week ending Sept. 8.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 10, 2023
Energy analysts have accused the government of having a “fundamental misunderstanding” of renewables funding, which has led to no new offshore wind development agreements in the latest round of Contracts for Difference (CfD). The post Lack of offshore wind in new CfD shows government’s ‘fundamental misunderstanding’ of renewables appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
This year, the European Union finalized its corporate social responsibility reporting directive for listed companies, with rules being phased in over the next year. In the US, the Securities and Exchange Commission has been deliberating on a proposed set of disclosure rules since the spring of 2022 and is expected to finalize them this fall. 2024 promises to be a transformative year for public companies when it comes to reporting on strides made toward greater environmental sustainability.[ 1 ]
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Professional Women Builders Inspire Change in Their Communities ldeakins Thu, 09/14/2023 - 10:35 The National Association of Home Builders recognizes women who have made a positive impact in the industry During the National Association of Home Builders' Professional Women in Building (PWB) Week, the association highlighted several key achievements from regional PWB council chapters making a positive impact on the residential construction industry.
Construction Marketing
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
In construction, a building’s exterior serves more than just an aesthetic purpose; it’s also about functionality. Cladding offers a harmonious blend of both visual appeal and performance. Cladding is a product of a variety of materials, including wood, metal, brick, vinyl, and composite, depending on the desired aesthetics and functional requirements.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
A new report analyzed federal data to find the most tax-friendly states for small businesses such as specialty contractors, subcontractors and home builders.
Procore
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Today is National Trades Day , an annual day of recognition and gratitude for those working in the field, building the world around us. As the bedrock of the construction industry, the skill and precision of tradespeople play a vital role in the building process and in the future of the construction industry. Industry and trade associations teach thousands of apprentices, journeymen and foremen on how to be prepared for the modern jobsite each year.
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In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Youth Aging Out of Foster Care to Receive Affordable Housing ldeakins Thu, 09/14/2023 - 10:41 Two development teams are vying to build affordable housing in Madison, Wis., that includes units set aside for youth aging out of the foster care system Two development teams are competing to build affordable housing on an empty lot in Madison, Wisconsin's South Park Street neighborhood.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Bam Civil has been appointed by Fingal County Council to construct a €20M (£17.2M) transport corridor featuring a 1.9km road between Ongar and Barnhill in the west Dublin suburbs. The post Bam appointed to build long-awaited €20M transport corridor in Dublin suburbs appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
As a child, Bond Civil & Utility Construction's Selasie Buatsi tagged along with her father to construction jobs in her native Ghana.
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