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Ohio lands $1.5B data center investment

Construction Dive

New Albany continues to attract massive projects across construction sectors, such as Intel’s $20 billion semiconductor plant and Amazon’s $3.5 billion data center commitment.

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Superior and WSP Begin Work on FDOT’s $171M Brooks Bridge Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — Superior Construction, an American family-owned infrastructure contractor, along with WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering, environment and professional services firms, will replace the John T. Brooks Bridge on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). This $171 million project, whose design introduces one of the nation’s first unbonded flexible filler internal tendons spliced girder system , will require the team to design and c

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Affordable Housing Community Utilizes Universal Design

The Pro Builder

Affordable Housing Community Utilizes Universal Design qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:14 About 8% of Maine residents ages 18 to 64 live with a mobility disability that significantly affects their daily activities, according to supportive housing provider 3i Housing of Maine (3i HoME). Within a couple of years, these individuals will have a new affordable housing option that supports independent living.

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Cities Need Smaller Buildings

Build LLC Blog

BUILD reviews the merits of small buildings through the lens of a recently completed project. The post Cities Need Smaller Buildings appeared first on BUILD Blog.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

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.

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Boston’s year-old $2.3B Green Line Extension needs repairs

Construction Dive

GLX Constructors — composed of Fluor, The Middlesex Corp., Herzog and Balfour Beatty — finished the light rail project last year and will regauge the faulty tracks.

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What is Factor of Safety (FOS) in Civil Engineering Design?

Prodyogi

The factor of safety (FOS) measures how much times greater the load-carrying capacity of a structural component is, than what is required. It is defined as the ratio of the capacity of the material to the demand for the material. Every structure and safety equipment in the construction and infrastructure industry is designed by considering the factor of safety.

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Tiny Home Community Offers Safe, Affordable Homes With Mental Health Support

The Pro Builder

Tiny Home Community Offers Safe, Affordable Homes With Mental Health Support ldeakins Fri, 10/27/2023 - 07:46 Garman Homes is creating a community of affordable housing in collaboration with nonprofit social work agency XDS and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill The Farm at Penny Lane, a tiny home community near Pittsboro, N.C., is a pioneering effort to provide horticultural therapy and affordable housing for individuals suffering from mental illness.

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9 tips to get started with low-carbon concrete

Construction Dive

The material is growing in popularity, but many contractors haven’t used it yet. Experts at Greenbuild offered some practical advice on how to get started.

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Stantec enters design phase for US$100 million Tampa Bay Water potable water supply project in Hillsborough County

Civil + Structural Engineer

Extensive population growth calls for pipeline expansion in county’s South-Central region EDMONTON, AB, TAMPA, FL – TSX, NYSE:STN Stantec , a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has begun the final design phase of Segment B for the South Hillsborough Pipeline with longtime client Tampa Bay Water. Tampa Bay Water awarded the firm a contract amendment to include final design engineering and construction management at risk support services (CMAR), bringing Stantec’s total fees to

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.

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The Advantages and Disadvantages of Prefabricated Warehouse Buildings

Construction Marketing

With the explosion of e-commerce in recent years, businesses have been scrambling to add warehouse space near distribution hubs. As a result, the popularity of prefabricated steel buildings has skyrocketed as a solution. Just head to the outskirts of any major metropolitan area, and you can’t help but notice clusters of steel warehouses going up seemingly overnight.

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Maine Family Receives New Home From Student Builders

The Pro Builder

Maine Family Receives New Home From Student Builders ldeakins Fri, 10/27/2023 - 07:54 Students in Eastern Maine Community College's Building Construction and Fine Woodworking program recently completed a Habitat for Humanity home for a local family in need A Maine family received a new home in Orono, thanks to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Bangor and students in the Eastern Maine Community College's Building Construction and Fine Woodworking program.

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Unmasking construction’s hidden mental health crisis

Construction Dive

In an industry where mental well-being has often been misconstrued as a weakness, PCL Construction boldly addresses mental health concerns.

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Steel Bridge Webinar Series to Offer Solutions That Support Improvement of the National Infrastructure

Civil + Structural Engineer

Complimentary Steel Bridge 6-Part Live Lecture Series to be Held October 30 – November 15 WASHINGTON, DC – Federal funding allocated through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to repair or replace as many as 15,000 bridges in the United States is making its way into state and county budgets. In response, bridge owners and designers are seeking economical and time-saving ways to apply that funding to critical projects.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

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.

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Navigating Commercial Building Loan Landscape for Small Business

Wolgast Corporation

Navigating Commercial Building Loan Landscape for Small Business One of the essential components of business growth and sustainability is securing necessary financial resources. For many, this means turning to commercial loans. We checked in with Steve Canole, Senior Vice President of 1 st State Bank, to find out the current commercial financing climate and if there are any changes, insight, or guidance our business owner clients should know to secure financing to fuel their growth.

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Existing Home Sales Slip by 2% in September as Prices Continue to Rise

The Pro Builder

Existing Home Sales Slip by 2% in September as Prices Continue to Rise ldeakins Thu, 10/26/2023 - 07:42 A high-cost housing market is pushing both buyers and sellers to the sidelines, leading to a slowdown in existing home sales Existing-home sales decreased by 2.0% on a monthly basis in September, with a total of 3.96 million homes sold. This represents a 15.4% decline from September 2022, but despite that dip in sales, the median existing-home price increased by 2.8% year over year, reaching $

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5 new robots contractors should know

Construction Dive

From a humanoid bot that tosses bags to a bricklaying truck, these emerging machines may lighten your workload.

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HDR Selected to Provide Final Design for Portland’s Burnside Bridge

Civil + Structural Engineer

Multnomah County has chosen HDR as the prime consultant to perform final design services for the Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge project. Located in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon, the $895 million project will replace a nearly century-old structure with a new and seismically resilient bridge designed to have a 100-year service life and high functionality for users.

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The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs

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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Homes England to lose 99.9% of investment after Ilke Homes theft

Construction News

Homes England is set to receive just 0.1 per cent of what it is owed by Ilke Homes, after the firm’s administration process was waylaid by equipment theft and problems selling completed modules. The collapsed modular homebuilder owes £321m to its creditors, including £68.7m to… The post Homes England to lose 99.9% of investment after Ilke Homes theft appeared first on Construction News.

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How Much Does It Cost to Afford a Home in the Most Expensive US Cities?

The Pro Builder

How Much Does It Cost to Afford a Home in the Most Expensive US Cities? ldeakins Thu, 10/26/2023 - 07:50 Buyers now need more income to purchase a home, particularly in these metros As home prices and interest rates continue to rise, prospective homebuyers in the U.S. require an annual salary of $114,627 to afford a median-priced house, according to a recent report by Redfin.

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Mountain Valley Pipeline delayed; cost rises to $7.2B

Construction Dive

Equitrans has pushed the opening of the controversial project to 2024 due to “unforeseen factors” that include difficulty finding contractors.

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ASME Introduces Committee on Sustainability to Strengthen Climate Initiatives and Drive Global Impact

Civil + Structural Engineer

NEW YORK – The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has announced the establishment of its Committee on Sustainability , comprising 11 experts from a variety of industry sectors, research disciplines and policy experience appointed by the ASME Board of Governors to help accelerate the Society’s response to climate change. The Committee is responsible for ensuring that ASME has a robust sustainability strategy informed by evidence and supported by qualified leadership.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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HS2 originator Adonis blasts decision to cancel high-speed line but believes plan will be built in full

New Civil Engineer

The Labour transport secretary who put the High Speed 2 (HS2) plan on the table in 2010 has accused prime minister Rishi Sunak of “trashing Britain's future” with the cancellation of the high-speed line, but believes the network will still be built in full. The post HS2 originator Adonis blasts decision to cancel high-speed line but believes plan will be built in full appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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New-Home Sales Post Surprise Surge in September

The Pro Builder

New-Home Sales Post Surprise Surge in September ldeakins Thu, 10/26/2023 - 07:58 New-home sales are on the rise as builders adapt to a more cautious buyer pool New-home sales in the U.S. exceeded expectations in September, rising 12.3% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 759,000, according to HousingWire. Despite high mortgage rates, a drop in builder confidence, and declining mortgage applications, new-home sales surged by 33.9% year over year in September.

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Billions in deferred maintenance projects coming to US facilities

Construction Dive

A nationwide push to address delayed upkeep on public buildings and infrastructure will create myriad opportunities for contractors, according to a consultant.

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Memphis District Army Corps of Engineers Awards Fairbanks Morse Defense $31 Million Contract to Refurbish W.G. Huxtable Pumping Station Engines 

Civil + Structural Engineer

BELOIT, Wis. – Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD), a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management (Arcline), has received a $31 million contract from the Memphis District Army Corps of Engineers to refurbish the 10 opposed piston 38D 8 1/8 engines powering the water pumps at the W.G. Huxtable Pumping Station. Located near Marianna, Ark., the W.G.

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How ERPs Are Reshaping Efficiency in the Construction Industry

Construction companies face daily challenges, from project delays to cost overruns. But with the right ERP software, these hurdles become opportunities for growth. This in-depth study covers how companies like Bartlett-Cocke General Contractors saw an 83% reduction in cost analysis time and a 62% decrease in vendor payment processing time by adopting a Construction ERP system.

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Is The Undersupply Of Housing In The UK Ever Going To Resolve?

UK Construction Blog

The post Is The Undersupply Of Housing In The UK Ever Going To Resolve? appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The ongoing housing crunch in the UK has been a hot topic for quite some time now. With shrinking spaces and skyrocketing prices, many are left scratching their heads, wondering if there’s an end in sight to the UK’s persistent housing shortage.

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What's It Take to Qualify for a Mortgage in the Largest US Metros?

The Pro Builder

What's It Take to Qualify for a Mortgage in the Largest US Metros? ldeakins Thu, 10/26/2023 - 08:07 The minimum income needed to qualify for a typical mortgage on a median-priced home has risen higher than ever The minimum income needed to qualify for a typical mortgage on a median-priced home has risen higher than ever. A recent study by Redfin revealed that in August, buyers needed an annual income of $114,627 to qualify for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage on a median-priced U.S. home (costing $

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Crane count tumbles 10%

Construction Dive

The number of construction cranes in North America decreased in 12 out of 14 cities surveyed in Rider Levett Bucknall’s most recent report.

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