Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By Josh Rayburn Unpiloted systems continue transforming civil and structural engineering by improving efficiency, accuracy, and safety while empowering civil and structural engineers to control costs. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, have captured much of the conversation. However, they are just one part of the equation. The construction industry is constantly looking for solutions to increase efficiency.

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Structural Systems Landscaping Engineering Foundation Systems 262

The Pro Builder

JUNE 12, 2024

As prefabrication grows in popularity, so does the amount of time construction workers are spending on these types of projects. According to Pro Builder's sister publication Building Design + Construction, citing survey data from consulting and investment banking firm FMI, contractors are spending 18% more of their labor and time on prefab construction projects, and it's anticipated that figure will nearly double to approximately 34% within the next five years.

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New Civil Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The Teton Pass in Wyoming, USA has suffered a “catastrophic failure” that has seen a significant chunk of the road collapse, leaving it untraversable. The post Mountain pass in Wyoming suffers ‘catastrophic’ collapse and mudslides appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 119

Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2024

Ironworker Jeffrey Spyrka survived after plunging eight stories from a scaffold last week. His coworker, technical engineer David O’Donnell, was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Engineering 382

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Looking for ways to contribute to Elevating the AEC industry? Consider contributing your input to one or more of Zweig Group’s research surveys. Survey participation is open year-round, and those who choose to participate will receive discounts to Zweig Group Research Publications, and participating in certain surveys will earn you a discount on attendance to Zweig Group Events or Learning Opportunities.

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Surveying 264

The Pro Builder

JUNE 12, 2024

In 2022, housing prices soared to new records. Now two years later, cities across the U.S. are beginning to see prices correct themselves while others are still seeing price increases. According to insight from the ResiClub blog, home prices are increasing across many Northeastern cities. Trenton, N.J., topped the list with home prices increasing by 13.3% over the past two years, followed by Hartford, Conn., which saw prices increase by 12.9% during the same period.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2024

For contractors, lower material costs also signal the potential for reduced interest rates due to slowing inflation, said Associated Builders and Contractors’ chief economist.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Standing in front of the Walker School Building in Walker, Missouri (now home to Northeast Vernon County High School or NEVC), the marks of time and use are clearly written on its face and the surrounding town. However, these marks of wear are pushed into the background by a constant flow of youthful energy–with sidewalks, floors, stairs, and walls covered in its colorful expression.

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Building Standards Painting/finishing 246

The Pro Builder

JUNE 10, 2024

Whether it's enhancing outdoor living spaces or insulating building foundations, these new product releases should be on your radar.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 12, 2024

Balfour Beatty has been awarded the first phase of the £690mn Skye 132kV reinforcement project for Scottish & Southern Electricity Network (SSEN) Transmission.

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Contracts 127

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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 Dive

JUNE 10, 2024

While certain construction sectors saw growth, the value of newly signed design contracts dipped slightly as owners remain hesitant to commit to new work, the American Institute of Architects said.

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Contracts 371

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By Luke Carothers While space flight is an endeavor that allows us to explore reaches further and further away from the planet we call home, the ability to explore the stars relies on key pieces of infrastructure on the ground. Last Fall, the first phase of a two-phase bridge replacement project at Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) was completed.

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 13, 2024

The U.S. market for second homes has remained stable despite rising mortgage rates. In fact, recent insight from housing market platform Realtor.com shows that 2.5% of all new mortgages in the past year were for second homes, unchanged from the previous year. The top markets for second homes are mainly beachfront or mountain resort areas. Cape May County, N.J., leads with nearly half of its mortgages being for second homes.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

In June, as we celebrate National Safety Month 2024 , it’s imperative to acknowledge the strides made in safety technology within industries like construction, oil, and gas. However, despite the many advancements, challenges persist in ensuring the safety of our workforce. Recent statistics reveal a sobering reality: one in five construction workers experiences a fatal injury annually.

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Construction Management

Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2024

As construction workers walk off the job for better pay this summer, unions are in a strong position to demand higher wages, according to a labor expert.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By Katelyn Dover This cybersecurity strategy ensures you’ll never miss important emails. The digital dance of email is a choreography we’re all trying to get the groove of. Email regulations and sender guidelines have drastically changed over the last few years, and with the growing adoption of artificial intelligence, getting what you need, and nothing you don’t is a bit overwhelming.

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 14, 2024

As many Americans await potential relief in the housing market, some real estate developers are capitalizing on the high demand by investing in build-to-rent neighborhoods. According to Fox Business, the construction of build-to-rent homes has reached record levels. In 2021, 9,978 such homes were built, and that number increased to 15,691 in 2022. Last year, more than 27,000 new build-to-rent homes were constructed, with more communities popping up in larger metros, such as Phoenix, Dallas, and

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Real Estate Development 241

The Construction Index

JUNE 11, 2024

Groundworks contractor Van Elle been fined £233,000 for safety breaches after an HGV driver was struck and killed by the mast of a piling rig at a house build site in Annan, Dumfries and Galloway.

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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.

Construction Management

Construction Dive

JUNE 12, 2024

Benefits of using the tech on building projects include a competitive safety culture, risk mitigation and flagging contracts for delay provisions.

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Contracts 396

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

The Start of Celebration: Zweig Group’s 2024 Class of Rising Stars An introduction by Kyle Ahern, Employee Experience and Data Strategist, Zweig Group The announcement of Zweig Group’s 2024 class of Rising Stars marks the start of my favorite time of the year—award season. This is the time of the year where we begin our annual tradition of honoring and celebrating the amazing accomplishments of people and firms who are Elevating the AEC industry.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Public Works Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management 147

BDC Network

JUNE 8, 2024

8 ways to cool a factory 0 qpurcell Sat, 06/08/2024 - 10:00 Industrial Facilities Whichever way you look at it—from a workplace wellness point of view or from a competing for talent angle—there are good reasons to explore options for climate control in the factory workplace. Sergio Sádaba, Principal Industrial Facilities Designers Lists HVAC Mechanical Systems For most industrial factories, it’s process over people.

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Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials Manufacturing HVAC System Installation 121

The Construction Index

JUNE 10, 2024

The latest Builders Merchant Building Index report reveals builders’ merchants’ takings were down 7.2% in the first quarter of the year, compared to Q1 2023.

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Construction Management

Construction Dive

JUNE 12, 2024

While manufacturing and infrastructure spending keeps contractors busy, material price escalation has reemerged in recent months, said ABC’s chief economist.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 14, 2024

The success of any business, large or small, depends largely on nurturing an efficient, productive workplace. While improving employee productivity should always be a priority when the ultimate goal is a sustainable and profitable business, the process is more straightforward said than done. In today's fast-paced construction industry, staying in touch and being productive is crucial for project success.

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PC Construction

JUNE 14, 2024

After completing some enabling and selective demolition work, PC was excited to get to work on the Shawn Walsh and Alfond Arena Renovations and Additions project last month following UMaine’s commencement ceremony. The PC team is currently underway with underground site utilities and prepping for foundations that will begin this week. Originally built in 1977, there have been several additions and renovations to the Alfond Arena and the connection to the Shawn Walsh building.

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Infrastructure Development Construction Equipment 115

The Construction Index

JUNE 10, 2024

While consumer price inflation in the UK appears to be returning to a more normal level, construction tender prices will continue to escalate, it seems.

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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.

Construction Equipment

Construction Dive

JUNE 11, 2024

The Maryland Transportation Authority contracted the Sweden-based company for $50 million to remove and dispose of debris of the ill-fated span.

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Contracts 384

New Civil Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Investment in and development of renewable energy projects should take priority over small modular reactors (SMRs) because they are reliable, according to US-based think tank the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA). The post SMRs ‘too expensive, too slow, and too risky’ according to US think tank appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Engineering 137

BDC Network

JUNE 10, 2024

5 hidden benefits of mass timber design 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:05 Mass Timber Mass timber is a materials and design approach that holds immense potential to transform the future of the commercial building industry, as well as our environment. Mixed-Use Office Buildings Designers Architects Mass Timber Fire and Life Safety Wood Projects Sustainability Mass timber is a materials and design approach that holds immense potential to transform the future of the commercial building industry,

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Building Materials Manufacturing Material Storage Building Materials Building Controls 111

The Construction Index

JUNE 11, 2024

An electrical contractors’ trade association has warned that the UK power network may not be able to power artificial intelligence before long.

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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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