The Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2024

This year has been tough for prospective homebuyers, but some good news came recently in the form of lower mortgage rates. According to Fast Company, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.4%, and the 15-year fixed rate dropped to 5.89%. These are the lowest rates since April and May 2023, respectively. Mortgage rates fluctuate daily with the economy, influenced by factors like inflation and job growth, and while lower rates benefit buyers, they can also indicate challenges for the U.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 7, 2024

On an earnings call this week, CEO Bob Pragada emphasized the strength of infrastructure-adjacent sectors and advanced facility construction, including semiconductor plants and data centers.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 6, 2024

Indianapolis, Ind. – Schmidt Associates, a leading Midwest architectural and engineering firm, is excited to announce the launch of Waypoint Strategies, a new division dedicated to helping organizations plan, build, maintain, and operate facilities. Waypoint Strategies’ mission is to meet Owners where they are, offering tailored solutions that go beyond technical proficiency to ensure projects are delivered with understanding, respect, and care.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 5, 2024

Feasibility assessments and design work for step-free access is being carried out by Transport for London (TfL) at 12 more London Underground stations. The post Next 12 London Underground stations to have step-free accessibility upgrades announced appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 8, 2024

Wages for residential building workers are growing. According to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog, residential building workers’ wage growth increased to 9% in June, marking the fastest year-over-year growth rate since December 2018. As of June, the average hourly earnings for residential building workers was $32.28 per hour, compared with $29.62 per hour one year ago.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 7, 2024

From a smaller drywall robot to tech that helps builders comply with tougher green construction standards, this month’s fresh offerings promise to streamline jobsites and the back office.

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Prodyogi

AUGUST 9, 2024

Water tank is a storage solution for water whose objective is to store water before drinking, washing or cleaning or irrigation activities. Based on its application in domestic, agricultural or industrial applications, water tanks can be opted differently. Water tanks are essential components in various applications, from residential to commercial and industrial settings.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 8, 2024

The increasing frequency and severity of climate change and extreme weather events are causing damage to property, exacerbating risks for both homeowners and insurers across the U.S. As the current homeowners' insurance market struggles to keep up with these challenges, a nationwide solution could be the answer. According to National Mortgage Professional, one solution being proposed is the Federal Natural Hazard Insurance Corporation (FNHIC).

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 5, 2024

The Irving, Texas-based firm secured $3.1 billion in new awards during the second quarter, driven by manufacturing and life sciences projects.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 7, 2024

ST LOUIS – In keeping with its mission to transform communities, KAI joined a diverse crowd of residents, public officials, contractors, clergy and business partners on May 21 to celebrate the grand opening of the Urban League Senior Living Center in Dellwood, MO. The event marked a significant milestone in the community’s revitalization efforts.

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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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The Construction Index

AUGUST 8, 2024

The Competition & Markets Authority has found that Barratt’s £2.5bn deal to purchase Redrow Homes raises competition concerns only in one specific part of the country.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 8, 2024

The increasing frequency and severity of climate change and extreme weather events are causing damage to property, exacerbating risks for both homeowners and insurers across the U.S. As the current homeowners' insurance market struggles to keep up with these challenges, a nationwide solution could be the answer. According to National Mortgage Professional, one solution being proposed is the Federal Natural Hazard Insurance Corporation (FNHIC).

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 5, 2024

The heavy civil contractor says demand for megaprojects is higher than the number of contractors qualified to bid on them, but disputes continue to make it risky business.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 5, 2024

National Building Systems Design Firm Helps Bring World’s First Climate Positive Arena to Life LENEXA, Kan. — Henderson Engineers , a national building systems design firm, is proud to be part of the all-star team helping deliver Intuit Dome , the world’s first climate positive arena and home of the Los Angeles Clippers. When fans pour into the state-of-the-art facility for NBA games, concerts, and other entertainment events upon its grand opening on August 15, they’ll be stepping into a multi

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Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

Construction Management

The Construction Index

AUGUST 7, 2024

Insulation contractors report that they are losing jobs to cost-cutting competitors who appear to have forgotten – or never learned – the lessons of the Grenfell Tower fire.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2024

One ADU, two … tiny homes? Pocket-community units? Micro-housing clusters? What should the plural of accessory dwelling units be called?In grouping accessory dwelling units or ADUs into multi-unit clusters, the naming gets tricky. Accessory to what? But let’s not get tripped up on the nomenclature. Micro-housing developments (let’s go with that term) are coming, and builders and their customers stand to gain from it.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 5, 2024

The hospitality company is scaling back on new projects largely due to the high cost and complex financing involved in ground-up construction, according to its second quarter earnings call.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 5, 2024

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Headquarters Engineering and Construction Division announced in June that Nicholas “Nikko” Aleman, the Geotechnical Section Chief for the Memphis District (MVM), is the recipient of this year’s Timothy Skeen Geotechnics Professional of the Year award. The Timothy Skeen Geotechnics Professional of the Year award recognizes one USACE geotechnics professional who has demonstrated the highest professionalism and commitment

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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

New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 5, 2024

Officials working up private funding options for the development of HS2’s Euston Station were due to have presented a shortlist to ministers by now, it has emerged. The post HS2: Euston private funding plan uncertain as ‘due’ date lapses appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 6, 2024

With an ongoing housing shortage, markets across the U.S. have seen an influx of new home construction. In a recent report, housing market data tracker Parcl Labs analyzed 20 high-growth U.S. housing markets to understand what impact new construction has on supply-demand dynamics as well as on pricing. As of June 2024, Boise, Idaho, experienced the most significant housing stock increase at 33.3% of the total market share, followed by Austin, Texas, at 21.6%.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 5, 2024

The new Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, will have 12,000 fewer seats, allowing it host smaller events in addition to football, but some local residents are fighting it.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 7, 2024

Rockaway Beach Coastal Restoration Project, New York City By JoAnne Castagna, Ed.D. Allan Little, a sixty-two-year-old Far Rockaway resident, who is deaf, is sitting next to a beach dune, digging into the sand with his bare hands, under the warm sun. He is planting vegetation to help make Rockaway Beach more resilient to coastal storm erosion and flooding.

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Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

Construction Management

For Construction Pros

AUGUST 5, 2024

The next generation of service trailer might make-or-break your jobsite experience. A diverse mix of machine types means that your fueling trailers and trucks need to be able to handle every possible need to avoid a work stoppage.

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The Construction Index

AUGUST 4, 2024

After a five-year planning battle, developers have secured unconditional planning consent for a £260m residential scheme in Richmond upon Thames.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 6, 2024

In Q2 2024, hotels in the total pipeline grew 9% annually, with extended stay remaining popular and upper midscale leading other segments, according to Lodging Econometrics.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 8, 2024

LONDON– AI construction technology leader Buildots has announced the release of a new Integrated Tracking feature to further enable unified tracking of automated and manually-recorded tasks within a single platform on both mobile and desktop devices. The new feature allows project teams to leverage AI for automated progress tracking, while enabling professionals to log and verify tasks requiring human oversight, such as confirming the presence of electrical wiring in conduits or completion of

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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.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 6, 2024

Arsenal Football Club is in the early stages of considering expansion to its 60,000 seater Emirates Stadium in North London. The post Arsenal Emirates stadium expansion ‘conversations starting to occur’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

AUGUST 8, 2024

RRB Recruitment 2024 For Engineers and Supervisors | 7951 Posts | 29-08-2024 RRB Recruitment 2024 For Engineers and Supervisors with 7951 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 29-08-2024 The post RRB Recruitment 2024 For Engineers and Supervisors | 7951 Posts | 29-08-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 6, 2024

Companies involved in winning projects include Allete, Duke Energy, Eversource, Grid United, National Grid, Pacific Gas and Electric and Southern California Edison.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 9, 2024

Understanding financial statements might sound daunting, but small business owners like you must stay on top of your game. Each financial report offers unique insights into your company's economic status. As a construction contractor, your financial statements provide valuable insights into your company's financial health and are essential for making informed decisions.

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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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