Construction Dive

MARCH 11, 2024

In a statement, SHRM said the rule “fosters ambiguity” and deters businesses from extending essential training to independent workers.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Climate Change Imperils Some Wastewater Treatment Plants – And Their Workers By Thomas Renner Climate change is being felt all around the world, even in some areas that escape attention. Water treatment plants might be under the radar for many scientists, but the impact on this critical piece of community infrastructure is widespread, enduring, and costly to remedy.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 11, 2024

February Saw More Sellers Jumping Back Into the Housing Market ibush Mon, 03/11/2024 - 10:27 February's housing market saw an increase in the supply of available homes, with Dallas leading among metros where the most sellers are getting into the market A substantial infusion of new inventory in the housing market in time for the spring homebuying season is good news.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Around the world, magnificent buildings, roads, and bridges are being constructed using concrete—a material that allows engineers and architects to explore an infinite variety of forms. New technologies make it possible for engineers, architects, and contractors to rapidly explore options in ways that were not previously available, and as a result, the world’s design and building practitioners have recently created absolutely remarkable edifices.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 13, 2024

These Design Trends Get the Thumbs-Down From Boomers ibush Wed, 03/13/2024 - 10:55 Whether it's garage doors dominating a home's façade, outdated smart home features, or walk-in closets off the bathroom, homeowners in their 60s, 70s, and 80s have opinions There's little doubt that interior design preferences vary from generation to generation, and to truly offer universal design so homes are accessible and appealing for all ages, it's worth listening to the feedback from older adults.

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Cost Control 130

Construction Dive

MARCH 14, 2024

The legislation on the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis would block counties and cities from requiring companies to protect their workers from extreme heat.

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MARCH 11, 2024

By Luke Carothers Based in Southeast Grand Rapids, Michigan, Amplify GR is a place-based nonprofit that combines hyper-local community growth and prosperity strategies with a nation framework from Purpose Built Communities. Amplify GR uses a multi-generational lens to perform community development differently–working with neighbors, community partners, and businesses to preserve and widen pathways that create greater opportunity for neighbors to participate in and benefit from community growth.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 13, 2024

The Passive House Network Publishes Guidance for 2024 qpurcell Wed, 03/13/2024 - 10:40 The Passive House Network has published a new resource that clarifies the expectations and roles of the certifier in certifying buildings to Passive House building standards. The “Building Certifier Scope of Services” helps outline a range of services a certifier might provide in the process of certifying a building to Passive House standards.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 13, 2024

Just in time for spring construction season, new tech tools include heavy equipment innovations, a handheld radar scanner and digital twin upgrades.

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Prodyogi

MARCH 15, 2024

When it comes to constructing robust and reliable buildings, there is one key element that serves as the backbone of modern construction projects - fabricated structural steel. From skyscrapers to bridges, warehouses to stadiums, fabricated structural steel plays a vital role in providing strength, durability, and versatility to a wide range of structures.

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Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

Building Automation

The Construction Index

MARCH 11, 2024

The A66 Northern Trans-Pennine project application has been granted development consent by the secretary of state for transport.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 14, 2024

5 Findings About Heat Pumps ibush Thu, 03/14/2024 - 20:24 Pinpointing whether heat pumps are a good investment is tricky. A recent report from the National Renewable Energy Lab aims to cut through the complexity Researchers at the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) have authored a new, very detailed study that aims to get a clearer sense of heat pump costs and benefits and the challenges associated with deploying heat pumps in the U.S., Heatmap News reports.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 13, 2024

The computer tech giant said just one of its planned facilities could accommodate about eight Boeing 747 airplanes lined up nose to tail.

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Prodyogi

MARCH 11, 2024

The air permeability of a material is the measure of how easily air can pass through a material. Blaine's air permeability apparatus follows a means of drawing a definite quantity of air through a prepared bed of cement of definite porosity.

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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 Construction Index

MARCH 14, 2024

The government plans to block foreign control of newspapers – what about physical infrastructure?

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 14, 2024

Building Materials Prices Saw Increases in February ibush Thu, 03/14/2024 - 19:23 Prices for gypsum, ready-mix concrete, and steel-mill products all rose during February, according to Producer Price Index data, while softwood lumber prices declined For the fourth month in a row, inputs to residential construction, goods less food and energy, which represents building materials used in residential construction, saw an increase.

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Building Materials 130

Construction Dive

MARCH 12, 2024

Higher borrowing costs may stick around for longer than anticipated, which could upset economic momentum, said Anirban Basu, ABC chief economist.

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Prodyogi

MARCH 15, 2024

In the world of big construction projects, two-stage contracts are becoming popular. They're a smart way to handle tricky projects. But what exactly are they? Let's find out.What is Two-Stage Contracting? Two-stage contracting is a procurement method used in construction projects.

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Construction Management

The Construction Index

MARCH 14, 2024

The British Occupational Hygiene Society says that there is no reason for Britain to follow Australia’s lead in banning engineered stone worktops.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 14, 2024

As Mortgage Rates Dip, Homeowners With High Rates Move to Refinance ibush Thu, 03/14/2024 - 11:04 Following a decrease in mortgage rates last week, applications rose, driven by an increase in refinancing by homeowners who obtained their mortgages at near-peak rates In the week ended March 8, the contract rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage decreased to 6.84% (down from 7.02% the week before), according to Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) data.

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Contracts 130

Construction Dive

MARCH 15, 2024

“There is reason to believe that inflation will remain stubbornly high for months to come,” said ABC’s chief economist.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

If you or someone you know uses drones to create videos that benefit, enhance, and explain projects, then you’re eligible to enter Civil+Structural Engineer Media & Zweig Group’s Engineering Drone Video of the Year (EDVY) competition. It’s as simple as that. The EDVY competition features the best drone footage, video editing, and post-processing data visualizations from the AEC industry.

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Construction Management

The Construction Index

MARCH 13, 2024

Britain is continuing to build less and fix more, according to official statistics.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 13, 2024

What's Standing in the Way of Building Housing Near Transit Stops ibush Wed, 03/13/2024 - 12:14 Two recent studies look at the factors hindering housing development near rapid transit Transit-oriented development has gained popularity among a growing number of interest groups and yet developers commonly face a series of hurdles when building apartments and other dense housing options near subway, rail, and bus rapid transit routes, a new study conducted by the Urban Institute finds.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 14, 2024

A class action lawsuit alleges that Coakley failed to pay its workers on time and in some cases not at all, while Balfour Beatty was aware of the issues.

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MARCH 11, 2024

By Chad Clinehens In 1999 I was nearing graduation. While I was searching for where I would start my first full-time job in the AEC industry (as an engineering intern), I traveled to Little Rock, Arkansas to interview for an opportunity to work with the transportation team of an Arkansas-based engineering firm. I didn’t know it at the time, but this is the firm where I would ultimately start and spend the majority of my career to this point.

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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

The Construction Index

MARCH 15, 2024

Balfour Beatty and Costain are among contractors selected to bring forward plans for the UK’s first commercial scale gas-fired power station with carbon capture.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 12, 2024

LIVE WEBINAR: The New American Home 2024—Timeless Comfort ibush Tue, 03/12/2024 - 13:50 Built in the hills overlooking the Las Vegas Valley and its famous Strip, The New American Home 2024 is a lesson in what makes a house a place people want to live. Join us live to hear insights from Dan Coletti, the home’s designer and the owner of Sun West Custom Homes, from a very thoughtful floor plan and welcoming front walk-up to his extensive use of natural materials and creating “architecture as art.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 12, 2024

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

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MARCH 11, 2024

By Luke Carothers Tucked deep within the peaks and folds of the Ozark Mountains sits a unique engineering curiosity dubbed the “Little Golden Gate Bridge” by a small handful of local residents. This historic suspension bridge is the last of its kind to carry vehicular traffic in the state, helping Arkansas Highway 187 cross the White River at Table Rock Lake on its winding journey through the mountainous landscape.

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