Construction Dive

OCTOBER 17, 2024

After briefly falling at the end of the summer, the amount of work on builders’ books rose again following the Fed’s loosening last month.

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Construction Placements

OCTOBER 14, 2024

How to Face Civil Engineering Interview: 2024 Updated Guide Read to know about How To Face Civil Engineering Interview In 2024. A definitive guide on how to face construction Jobs interview. The post How to Face Civil Engineering Interview: 2024 Updated Guide appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Meet Pro Builder's 2024 class of energetic, innovative young leaders who represent the future of the housing industry. Congratulations to the 2024 Forty Under 40!

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Los Angeles, CA – COWI, a leading global engineering consultancy has reached a major milestone in California by successfully completing the move of the 290’ steel network tied arch for the McKinley Grade Separation Project in the City of Corona, California. The bridge was moved with self propelled modular transporters (SPMTs) from the staging yard to its final position and crossed Sampson Avenue, the Arlington Flood Control Channel, and two BNSF mainline tracks.

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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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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The city of Corpus Christi picked the firm to design and build its first seawater purification system, expected to cost at least $750 million, in order to drought-proof its water supply.

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Construction News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A developer of micro nuclear power stations plans to build four units in South Wales, to deliver power directly to industrial customers. US-owned Last Energy, which says it needs no public funding for its plants, wants to build the four 20 MWe modular-built stations on… The post Micro nuclear reactor developer announces first UK site appeared first on Construction News.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Integration Allows Secure Management of HCSS Plans and Field Apps on Mobile Devices in Heavy Civil Construction Applications SUGAR LAND, Texas — HCSS, the leading provider of software helping heavy civil construction businesses streamline their operations, is proud to announce that two of its core mobile applications, HCSS Plans and HCSS Field, are now fully integrated with Microsoft Intune.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Illegal immigration has dominated the headlines during this election season, but building pros are calling for help to get skilled workers to jobsites.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Benefits of electrified railways are numerous and they will be vital in achieving net zero, but the electrification rate is worryingly low and an overhaul of the approach is required. The post Why is rail electrification so slow in the UK? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Today, about 120 million people have been forcibly displaced from their homes.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Legislation streamlines design, construction for renewable energy initiative California Gov. Gavin Newsom today signed a bill allowing the Port of Long Beach to streamline the design and construction of Pier Wind, a proposed 400-acre terminal to facilitate the assembly and deployment of floating offshore wind turbines. Assembly Bill 2235, authored by Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal, will reduce costs and accelerate the timeline to complete the proposed Pier Wind project, which would be the largest

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Priced in the billions, these new gates, runways, concourses and other improvements are underway around the country.

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For Construction Pros

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Rental's Editor's Choice Award zeroes in on the hottest, most cutting-edge new products within the rental equipment space. Here are the winners of the 2024 Rental Editor's Choice Awards.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Beauty has a direct impact on the brain and overall well-being, making interior design an important asset to consider when developing a housing community. Multi-Housing News spoke with Mary Cook, founder of interior design firm Mary Cook Associates, to understand how better interiors can influence the happiness and comfort of a community. According to Cook, whether it's from better lighting or a well-planned room layout, recognizing beauty triggers neurological activity that brings a sense

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Construction Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2024

BOSTON, MA – STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today announced it has played a key role in securing a $472 million MPDG Mega grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). This historic federal award, the largest in MBTA’s history, will fund the replacement of North Station’s Draw One Bridge over the Charles River.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The industry’s initiative to combat hate on jobsites kicks off Monday amid rising tensions during a presidential election year.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 13, 2024

The Thames Tideway Tunnel has started to become operational as the first four of 21 sites have been switched on. The post Tideway: £4.5bn ‘super sewer’ begins to protect Thames as first 4 sites activated appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 15, 2024

After years of soaring home prices and high mortgage rates, the U.S. housing market is showing some signs of stability. However, prices around the U.S. are still elevated. Mortgage rates remain high at around 6.32% for a 30-year fixed loan, and the median U.S. home price was $425,000 as of September. However, there are still a few affordable housing markets, according to Realtor.com.

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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

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

WESTMINSTER, Colo., — Trimble ® (Nasdaq: TRMB) announced today the winners of its 2024 Tekla ® Global Building Information Modeling (BIM) Awards. In this biennial competition, the world’s most impressive structural construction projects that use Tekla solutions are judged in eight categories on criteria such as Use of BIM and Collaboration, Innovative Use of Tekla Software, Constructibility, Environmental Benefits and Cool Factor.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Employers and HR teams must contend with a polarized electorate — also known as their employees — as the November U.S. election nears.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 17, 2024

High Speed 2 (HS2) may run from London Euston to Crewe, reinstating Phase 2a of the project, following a reversal of government policy. The post Government preparing to announce privately-funded HS2 Phase 2a leg to Crewe appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 15, 2024

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Construction Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2024

By Chad Coldiron, Principal & Director of Development, Zweig Group From The Zweig Letter Takeaways from Zweig Group’s 2024 ElevateAEC Conference & Awards Gala. From September 17-19, 2023, Zweig Group hosted the 2024 ElevateAEC Conference & Awards Gala in beautiful Tampa Bay, Florida. This year’s event was a fantastic gathering, bringing together some of the best performing firms in the AEC industry, along with other industry leaders committed to improving their workplaces and those w

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 14, 2024

With Helene and Milton estimated to have cost tens of billions of dollars in damage, it’s important for businesses to carefully document the impact when filing insurance claims.

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For Construction Pros

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The addition of comfort and safety features to work carried out in the elements not only provides a positive environment for operators, but also increases contractor productivity and profitability.

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Construction Equipment 116

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 18, 2024

While profit margins for home sellers remain high, they have decreased slightly in the last quarter due to flattening home prices. According to nationwide property data provider ATTOM's most recent U.S. Home Sales Report, homeowners earned a 55.6% profit margin on typical home and condo sales during Q3 2024. While seller profits remain near record levels—averaging just under $130,000—the national margin has gradually declined since peaking at 64% in 2022.

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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

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 18, 2024

McIlheran will assist with leading raSmith’s team of site planners, civil engineers, & landscape architects whowork on projects across the U.S. BROOKFIELD, Wis. — raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, has announced the promotion of Paul McIlheran to assistant director of site design services. Previously a senior project manager, McIlheran brings nearly three decades of site planning and design expertise to his new role.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 17, 2024

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

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The Construction Index

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has named the Elizabeth Line – Crossrail, as was – as the winner of the 2024 RIBA Stirling Prize.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 18, 2024

As peak moving season comes to an end, home services company Thumbtack analyzed local and long-distance moving trends to get a sense of where homebuyers are headed next. While long-distance moves are common, many relocations are local, with 44% happening within five miles. For instance, Atlanta saw the most local relocations. Meanwhile, Austin led in long-distance moves, with many people choosing to leave the city.

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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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