Construction Dive

DECEMBER 6, 2023

As demand for workers in other economic sectors cools, construction still faces a wide margin between the number of available positions and the supply to fill them.

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The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Top 5 States for Construction in 2023 qpurcell Thu, 12/07/2023 - 10:27 Each year, Associated Builders and Contractors releases its Merit Shop Scorecard, ranking the U.S. states for their programs and policies that support the construction workforce. The Scorecard reviews all 50 states and the District of Columbia on their commitment to the construction industry.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 7, 2023

EXTON, Pa. – Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced that it won in three categories at the 2023 Construction Computing Awards. Based on readers’ selections in an online poll, a panel of industry-expert judges made the final decisions. The judges chose Bentley’s ProjectWise as “Collaboration Product of the Year 2023.

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Build LLC Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2023

BUILD sits down with Peter Bohlin and Ray Calabro of BCJ to discuss their process of designing everything from art galleries to books. The post Circumstances, Expectations and Trust: An Interview with Peter Bohlin and Ray Calabro, Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, Part 1 appeared first on BUILD Blog.

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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

Construction Dive

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The campus, which DPR expects to complete in 2026, will use 12,000 tons of steel, 600 miles of framing studs and 700 acres of drywall.

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The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Single-Family Rental and Build-to-Rent Market Shows ‘Enduring Strength’ in the Long Term qpurcell Mon, 12/04/2023 - 11:45 After enjoying robust demand during the pandemic, the single-family rental (SFR) and build-to-rent (BTR) sector hasn’t been immune from the challenges facing the rest of the homebuilding industry in 2023. “The overall SFR and BTR sector has seen a slowdown as rising interest rates and persistent construction costs hindered housing development,” says Doug Faron, cofounder and

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Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Any commercial building can be built in three easy steps. Whether it is a healthcare practice, manufacturing facility, office building, auto dealership, or restaurant, or if it is new construction or a remodel, we use the steps or phases of Design-Build construction to break down the commercial construction process most efficiently for our clients. The approach is easier on building owners so they can concentrate on their business instead of construction – we take care of it all from concept to

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Chip factories, battery plants and data centers require more steel than typical commercial construction, according to a new report.

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The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 6, 2023

How Epcon Communities fast-tracked new plan development with Higharc kcichowicz Wed, 12/06/2023 - 08:23 Case Study Image Epcon Communities has won numerous awards for its floor plans and kitchen layouts, but it had been years since they overhauled the curb appeal of their home designs. But in 2022, after participating in the Parade of Homes near their headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, their leadership decided it was time for a change with the help of Higharc.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Just in time for the winter travel season, drivers heading back to the Valley along Interstate 17 will notice a bit of a shift as they head toward the New River area. Over the weekend, crews with the I-17 Improvement Project opened the new southbound Moores Gulch bridge at milepost 238 and shifted traffic onto the new lanes of that bridge. It’s a milestone marking the major bridge work progress happening on this project.

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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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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 5, 2023

A Northamptonshire viaduct has become the first on the HS2 project to have all its deck beams installed. The post First HS2 viaduct deck beam installation completed in Northamptonshire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The developer of the Rapid City mixed-use project pointed to a “product failure” at the corner of the tower as the cause of the issue.

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The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Epcon Communities fast-tracked new plan development with Higharc kcichowicz Wed, 12/06/2023 - 08:23 Case Study Image Epcon Communities has won numerous awards for its floor plans and kitchen layouts, but it had been years since they overhauled the curb appeal of their home designs. But in 2022, after participating in the Parade of Homes near their headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, their leadership decided it was time for a change with the help of Higharc.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Wisdome Stockholm is a new scientific experiential arena situated in the courtyard of Sweden’s National Museum of Science and Technology in Stockholm. The Wisdome Stockholm building encompasses a wooden architectural design creating an arched-shaped room of 1,325 square meters. Stora Enso has been the main partner and delivered sustainable wooden construction materials for the project.

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Construction Management

Procore

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In the past twelve months, the construction industry has experienced significant transformation in response to dynamic challenges and the continual emergence of new technologies. With 2024 just around the corner, construction spending in the United States has already surpassed $1.6 billion in the first 10 months of the year, marking a 5.6% increase compared to the same period in 2022.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Due to a change in delivery method, the contractor will no longer build the University of South Florida venue, which has been delayed by supply chain issues.

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The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Epcon Communities fast-tracked new community development with Higharc kcichowicz Wed, 12/06/2023 - 08:23 Case Study Image Epcon Communities has won numerous awards for its floor plans and kitchen layouts, but it had been years since they overhauled the curb appeal of their home designs. But in 2022, after participating in the Parade of Homes near their headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, their leadership decided it was time for a change with the help of Higharc.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The Nation’s Fastest-Growing Engineering and Consulting Firm Makes Strategic Acquisition of Houston, TX-based Firm Orlando, FL – UES, a national leading engineering and consulting company, has acquired InControl Technologies, an environmental consulting firm located in Houston, Texas, with an additional office in Dallas. Founded in 1997, InControl Technologies provides comprehensive environmental consulting and engineering services, and their addition to UES supports the company’s expanding foc

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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 News

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Paul Reeve is director of corporate social responsibility at the Electrical Contractors' Association Designers and other professionals across the built environment are steadily improving the measurement of embodied carbon in their construction specifications. But now, engineering-services contractors tendering for public sector and commercial work are… The post When asked about M&E product carbon, you need answers appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Space on the first floor of the company’s six-story, 270,000-square-foot headquarters in Falls Church, Virginia, will house Virginia Tech’s Coalition for Smart Construction.

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The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Realtor.com Releases Annual List of Top Housing Markets for 2024 ibush Thu, 12/07/2023 - 19:22 Topped by Toledo, Ohio, these are expected to be the hottest housing markets in 2024 Among the predictions for the coming year, home listings and real-estate-data site Realtor.com expects we'll see a slow retreat in the cost of home loans and that housing affordability will improve.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Innovative building designed to collect, preserve and make all records available to the public Acclaimed national interdisciplinary design firm HGA is pleased to announce the completion of the Pennsylvania State Archives, located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. HGA partnered with Vitetta in the design of the new facility. Leading schematic design and design development, HGA also served as the engineers-of-record from beginning to end, providing structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP)

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Construction Management

New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The Hinkley Point C nuclear power station team has celebrated a milestone with the installation of a polar crane at the top of the first reactor building. The post Polar crane installed at first reactor building of Hinkley Point C appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The quarter-mile stretch, which recharges vehicles as they drive or park on the street, was designed at Michigan Central, a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company.

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The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Two More 3D-Printed Homes Completed for Virginia Habitat Affiliate ibush Thu, 12/07/2023 - 11:03 Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg partners with Alquist 3D to build two 3D-printed homes in Virginia A home dedication ceremony on Dec. 12 will hand over the keys to two 3D-printed homes in Newport News, Va., according to a recent news release.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The International Code Council will provide expertise and solutions for governments and the building sector to help address the changing climate Washington D.C. – The International Code Council, the leading global provider of building safety solutions and a member of the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC), will be presenting at COP28 throughout the two-week event.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Innovation and leadership are the driving forces behind construction success. That’s why at Autodesk, we continuously put the spotlight on individuals who embody these characteristics. Case in point: our annual 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction roundup. More than just a list of people, Autodesk's 40 Under 40 initiative celebrates some of the brightest pros in our industry.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Machine learning, artificial intelligence and physics-based models can accelerate net-zero efforts, providing a more than 100-fold increase in the pace and scale of decarbonization, according to the consulting firm.

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The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Construction Starts on Affordable Housing Project in Brooklyn, NY ibush Fri, 12/08/2023 - 10:00 Clarkson Estates in Flatbush, Brooklyn, will provide 328 affordable apartments, including 164 supportive units for formerly homeless households On Dec. 5, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the start of construction on Clarkson Estates in Flatbush, Brooklyn, as part of the state's Vital Brooklyn Initiative, which works to address social, economic, and health disparities in central Brooklyn.

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For Construction Pros

DECEMBER 4, 2023

One asphalt plant is doing what many consider as the unthinkable: producing asphalt mixes from 100% reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), and they can convert any asphalt plant to do the same. Extensive testing says it works, but changing opinions is hard.

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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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