Construction Dive
MAY 18, 2023
New legislation that requires companies to confirm that employees are allowed to work in the U.S. could result in severe consequences for construction firms.
Construction Enquirer
MAY 17, 2023
Workers on another major section of HS2 in the Midlands are being stood down as rephasing of the route continues to put hundreds of jobs in jeopardy. Site sources told the Enquirer that workers on the Balfour Beatty Vinci section between Birmingham and Litchfield were told this week that that non-critical works are being brought to a “safe stop” on the route.
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The Pro Builder
MAY 17, 2023
Outdoor Kitchen Trends for Year-Round Entertainment ldeakins Wed, 05/17/2023 - 11:53 These luxury outdoor kitchen additions can increase a home's functionality as well as its resale value Luxury outdoor kitchens are becoming a popular target for home remodeling, especially as more Americans connect with nature for wellness and opt to entertain at home after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 17, 2023
Vienna, VA, USA – The Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) and the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) have signed a cooperating agreement. The newly-formed partnership is a win for both organizations as each has a goal of strengthening and amplifying the success of women in the construction industry. NAWIC will use this agreement to help continue the vision of its founding members by advocating for the value and impact of women builders, professionals, a
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Construction Dive
MAY 16, 2023
Boosted by a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects, contractors continue to express confidence in their six-month outlooks, despite economic headwinds.
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Build LLC Blog
MAY 16, 2023
KUGGEN, photo by Tord-Rikard Soderstrom Back in 2014, BUILD met with Swedish architect Gert Wingårdh at his Stockholm headquarters to discuss his impressive roster of forward-thinking public and commercial designs. With completed projects in Scandinavia, Northern Europe, and the US, Wingårdh has designed work ranging from embassies and university buildings, to shopping malls and air traffic control towers.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 16, 2023
RESERVE, LOUISIANA – Over the last few months DSC Dredge has been redefining its team by investing in them, promoting from within and adding fresh perspectives. On Monday 23 rd April, 2023, DSC Dredge a leading manufacturer of dredging equipment, introduced Josh J. Louviere as Vice President of Operations (VP of Operations). In his new role, Josh will lead and oversee all aspects of the company’s operational activities.
Construction Dive
MAY 15, 2023
Construction pros say given the shortage of workers, the tech will enhance more positions than it replaces, but employment law issues remain.
Construction Enquirer
MAY 14, 2023
Barratt London is pressing ahead with plans for a major mixed tenure scheme in east London despite the weakening housing market. The firm has submitted plans to build seven blocks ranging from 8 to 30 storeys in Canning Town on a 4 acre site known as Crown Wharf on the River Lea. Around 35% or 241 of the planned 871 homes will be affordable. Under the plans drawn up by architects JTP and Met Works the tallest two central towers will be grey rising to 25 and 30 storeys.
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The Pro Builder
MAY 15, 2023
Smart Neighborhood Project Combines Net Zero with Natural Gas qpurcell Mon, 05/15/2023 - 09:49 Building net zero, carbon neutral homes means going all-electric and getting rid of natural gas entirely—right? Actually, no, according to a new home development and research project launched by Nicor Gas , the largest natural gas provider in Illinois, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 15, 2023
Aurigo Software , the leading provider of capital planning and construction management software for infrastructure and private owners, announced it has entered into a multiyear contract with the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) to modernize the planning, funding, and execution of the agency’s Capital Transportation Program. Aurigo’s flagship product suite, Masterworks, will help DelDOT prioritize project requests, manage the use of state and federal funds, and keep track of prog
Construction Dive
MAY 15, 2023
The announcement follows LG Energy Solution’s $2.3 billion LFP battery facility in Queen Creek, Arizona, and Ford’s $3.5 billion factory for the same battery type in Marshall, Michigan.
Construction Enquirer
MAY 17, 2023
North London’s Brent Council has selected Countryside Partnerships as its preferred bidder to build over 200 new homes on the South Kilburn estate. This is the second Countryside Partnerships project in South Kilburn and will sit alongside the North West Quarter development, together delivering 547 homes. The South Kilburn estate’s existing buildings – Neville House, Winterleys, 113-128 Carlton House and Carlton Hall – will be demolished shortly.
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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
MAY 15, 2023
Good News for First-Time Buyers—Home Builders Increase Entry-Level Production ldeakins Mon, 05/15/2023 - 10:33 For years, first-time buyers have struggled to afford home purchases in a high cost market with an undersupply of entry-level homes, but as construction costs rise, that could soon change In a housing market hit with all-time high home prices and a fast run-up in mortgage rates, first-time buyers have been largely left behind.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 19, 2023
On May 11, 2023, the Ohio Rail Development Commission (Rail Commission) approved a grant of up to $750,000 to Columbus & Ohio River Rail Road (CUOH) to improve capacity at CUOH’s Newark Yard and mitigate the possibility of blocked railroad crossings in Zanesville. The work consists of the installation of 5,707 feet of track at Newark Yard and the installation of two radio-controlled switch machines in Zanesville.
Construction Dive
MAY 15, 2023
As elementary and high schools plan for a surge of federally funded upgrades over the next few months, many administrators remain concerned about spending deadlines.
Construction Enquirer
MAY 16, 2023
Plans for a city village in Sheffield are set to forge ahead after the city council signed a development deal with regeneration specialist Citu. The 23-acre urban regeneration scheme known as Attercliffe Waterside scheme will transform brownfield land either side of the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal. It will become one of the largest zero carbon communities in the UK, featuring more than 1,000 homes alongside creative workspaces, an arts venue and shops.
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The Pro Builder
MAY 19, 2023
NAHB Shares New Mental Health Resources for Home Building Professionals ldeakins Fri, 05/19/2023 - 10:41 NAHB recently announced its new pilot program to promote mental health awareness in the home building industry For the past several years, NAHB has been engaged in a sustained Member Mental Health and Wellbeing Initiative seeking to change the culture and reduce the stigma in the construction industry around mental health awareness by providing resources specifically tailored to home building
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 19, 2023
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, May 16, 2023 — Solidia Technologies , a leading provider of decarbonization technologies and sustainable, high-performance construction and building material solutions, has announced its first concrete products manufacturing plant. The plant will utilize an existing 53,000-square-foot building on rail-served acreage located at Alamo Junction in Elmendorf, Texas, near Solidia’s headquarters in San Antonio.
Construction Dive
MAY 18, 2023
If policymakers fail to avert the crisis by the June deadline, all types of building activity would slow, including projects boosted by federal funding packages, according to Dodge.
Construction Enquirer
MAY 16, 2023
Cladding contractor FK Construction has won a high court ruling enforcing an adjudication requiring ISG pay it £1.69m. ISG challenged the adjudicator’s award relating to Project Barberry, a warehouse project at an industrial park in Avonmouth Docks. The payment dispute over the £3.4m cladding subcontract arose when FK issued a £1.69m application for payment which was greeted with a payless notice and then not paid.
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The Pro Builder
MAY 19, 2023
Santa Fe Habitat for Humanity Teams up With Local HBA for Affordable Housing Project ldeakins Fri, 05/19/2023 - 10:59 Santa Fe Habitat for Humanity is working with the Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association to construct two new affordable homes for low-income families Santa Fe Habitat for Humanity recently announced “Hacienda Build,” a joint building project with members of the Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association, which was initiated at the end of March, the Albuquerque Journal reports.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 19, 2023
PENNSAUKEN, N.J., May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — RCM Technologies, Inc. (NasdaqGM: RCMT), a premier provider of business and technology solutions designed to enhance and maximize the operational performance of its customers through the adaptation and deployment of advanced engineering, specialty health care, and information technology services, today provided an update on RCM’s Energy Services division.
Construction Dive
MAY 19, 2023
Even as it canceled its Lake Nona development, the company said it still plans to spend billions on new projects in Florida.
Construction Enquirer
MAY 15, 2023
Forterra is cutting production as housing work stutters including the mothballing of its Howley Park brick factory. The cost-cutting programme was confirmed in a trading update on the eve of Forterra opening its new £95m Desford brick factory. The company said: “ With the new factory becoming operational at a time of subdued demand, disciplined capacity management is key to our ongoing success and we are presently consulting on measures to temporarily reduce our production, including the m
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The Pro Builder
MAY 19, 2023
Why Every Home Builder Needs a Strong Brand Guide ibush Fri, 05/19/2023 - 08:00 Using a brand guide will help your team communicate and execute your company's brand vision so you present a consistent, authentic brand identity and stand out from the crowd While you may have heard the term "brand standards," do you know what that really means? Your brand standards are not the same as your brand's design assets—its logo design, color palette, typography, and so on—according to The Bokka Group, a cu
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 19, 2023
HOUSTON, May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orion Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ORN) (the “Company”), a leading specialty construction company, today announced the closing of a new 3-year $103 million senior secured asset based credit facility with White Oak ABL, LLC and White Oak Commercial Finance, LLC, which are the asset based lending affiliates of White Oak Global Advisors, LLC, (collectively, “White Oak”).
Construction Dive
MAY 15, 2023
Three hesitations preventing investments in autonomous work according to a survey of construction, agriculture and mining leaders.
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