The Pro Builder

APRIL 3, 2024

Data Show Construction Sector Still Short on Skilled Labor ibush Wed, 04/03/2024 - 12:04 The construction job openings rate increased slightly during February, indicating an ongoing skilled labor shortage Looking at the overall economy, total job openings trended lower over the last year, which is consistent with a cooling economy. That's a positive sign for future inflation readings, according to the National Association of Home Builders' Eye On Housing.

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Construction News

APRIL 2, 2024

Richard Robinson is deputy co-chair of the Construction Leadership Council and president of AtkinsRéalis UK and Ireland The recently published (and long-awaited) National Infrastructure and Construction Pipeline sets out £379bn of planned spend over the next decade, including £164bn of investment over the next two… The post Skills crisis or productivity opportunity?

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Construction News

APRIL 2, 2024

Construction News looks at the technological innovations that are helping make work at height safer How the world has changed. In October 1932, the above photograph, entitled Lunch Atop a Skyscraper, was published in a New York newspaper. It depicted eleven ironworkers sitting on a… The post Rise of the machines: the technology making work at height safer appeared first on Construction News.

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Civil Engineer Blog

APRIL 1, 2024

Kit homes are a great alternative to building a conventional home. Kit homes in Victoria and all over Australia are being erected because they are cost efficient and there are lots of designs to choose from. They can be built in as little as eight weeks and you can save a considerable amount of money […] The post 5 Things Your New Kit Home Needs first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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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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The Constructor

APRIL 1, 2024

What is Lightweight Concrete? Lightweight concrete is a specialized concrete mixture made with lightweight coarse aggregates, and sometimes lightweight fine aggregates, instead of traditional aggregates. This type of concrete possesses an in-place density (unit weight) typically ranging from 90 to 115 lb/ft³ (1440 to 1840 kg/m³), in contrast to the density of normal weight concrete, which […] The post What is Lightweight Concrete?

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Construction Dive

APRIL 3, 2024

Construction sectors powered by federal funds have high demands for labor, but private segments face slower growth, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors economist.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 4, 2024

10 Markets Where First-Time Homebuyers Can Get a Foot in the Door ibush Fri, 04/05/2024 - 00:42 Buying a home can be particularly challenging for first-time buyers in today's market, but these markets hold promise with more affordable options Affordability issues in today’s housing market make it especially challenging for first-time homebuyers. But there are some markets where the market is easier to break into, where there are more affordable options and there's less competition for starter h

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Prodyogi

APRIL 5, 2024

In reinforcement detailing of concrete, it is very important to keep an order in which a bar is fixed. The bars that are used are numbered appropriately as per the placement in the drawings and the schedules kept. Different bar bending schedule format can be followed by the construction industry. The British standard schedules and Indian standards are explained below.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 3, 2024

Researchers will embed coils in a quarter-mile stretch of concrete roadway to produce a magnetic field that can recharge vehicles while they drive.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 1, 2024

PERI Delivers Flexible Formwork Solutions for Los Angeles Oil Terminal The Port of Los Angeles includes seven liquid petroleum build terminals comprising an area of more than 114 acres. The demand for production, transferring, processing, and storage of oil in the greater Los Angeles area drove stakeholders to ultimately invest in an upgrade to the Marine Oil Terminal and Wharf.

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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 Pro Builder

APRIL 4, 2024

OSHA Issues Final Rule for Jobsite Inspections ibush Thu, 04/04/2024 - 12:59 The March 29 rule amends the existing OSHA regulation for who can accompany OSHA inspectors during workplace inspections During jobsite inspections, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspectors assess workplace conditions, review safety records, and interview employees to make sure employers are complying with regulations.

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Prodyogi

APRIL 5, 2024

Subsurface sources of water are underground water sources that are used as a water supply system. These are mostly used for water supply by employing certain construction technologies to extract water from their main source i.e. groundwater. All subsurface sources of water must be utilized so that they are not depleted or polluted.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 1, 2024

The construction team, which includes three local partners, will build the Cleveland, Ohio, university’s first new research structure in more than two decades.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 4, 2024

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed a $31.5M upgrade of the Barbours Cut Terminal Container Yards 4 North and 5 North for the Port Houston Authority. The project was part of a modernization program to increase cargo handling efficiency. McCarthy completed rehabilitation of the existing sites in an accelerated 13-month schedule, one month ahead of schedule.

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Construction Management

The Pro Builder

APRIL 3, 2024

4 Dark Skies-Friendly Outdoor Light Fixtures ibush Wed, 04/03/2024 - 12:28 As advances in lighting technology have gradually flooded our world with more light, our city nightscapes—and many suburban nightscapes, too—are now dominated by the glow of artificial lighting from buildings, streets, signs, parking lots, and recreational facilities. Artificial lighting is important for safety, security, and navigation, but used excessively or inappropriately, it causes light pollution that has negative

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Prodyogi

APRIL 5, 2024

Dampproofing is performed to keep out the soil moisture or dampness from the building structure, while waterproofing is applied to keep moisture and liquid water away and from damaging the building structure. The American Concrete Institute (ACI 515.1) and the International Residential Code (IRC) mention waterproofing and dampproofing as follows.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 2, 2024

PCL Construction’s team breaks down its playbook for the numerous pro sports renovations it has completed across North America.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 3, 2024

May 21, Atlanta, GA Calling all entrepreneurs and small businesses – Zweig Group is excited to host the 2024 Small Business and Entrepreneurship Forum, a one-day event gathering of AEC industry leaders of small firms (fewer than 75 FTE/and or less than 18 million in gross revenue). The event is scheduled to take place on May 21 at the Kimpton in Atlanta.

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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 Pro Builder

APRIL 5, 2024

How Today's Consumers Feel About Online Targeted Ads ibush Fri, 04/05/2024 - 11:54 Are consumer attitudes evolving when it comes to data-tracking practices online and the targeted advertising they see as a result of it? While digital marketing tools play a role in enhancing brand awareness and credibility in the market as well as providing engagement with your target audience, concerns about data-tracking and privacy are also a concern for consumers, and have been for years now.

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Prodyogi

APRIL 3, 2024

We know that the invention of the wheel between 3500-5000 BC changed how we travel. Roman roads were a big deal for today's roads. When people say "All roads lead to Rome," it shows how important they were. Later on, the French, British, and modern macadam roads came along.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 4, 2024

The 13-year megaproject would include modernized tracks and platforms, a new train hall and an underground garage.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 5, 2024

Reliable paralleling switchgear ideal for emergency backup power Hingham, MA – Russelectric , A Siemens Business, a leading manufacturer of power control systems and automatic transfer switches, offers its robust and reliable Emergency Power System which provides backup power during a utility power loss. The paralleling switchgear systems offer redundant programmable logic controller (PLC) controls and manual backup capability.

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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

The Pro Builder

APRIL 2, 2024

Affordability Improves, but the Average Worker Still Struggles to Afford a Home ibush Tue, 04/02/2024 - 09:39 Homeownership around the U.S. continues to require historically large portions of worker wages, a new housing-affordability report finds Median-priced single-family homes and condos continued to be less affordable during Q1 2024 compared with historical averages in more than 95% of U.S. counties that have sufficient data to analyze, according to a recent 2024 U.S.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 4, 2024

Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 4, 2024

California’s highway department awarded an emergency contract to the Sacramento-based contractor after a slide temporarily stranded thousands of people over Easter weekend.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 5, 2024

PAE Engineers enjoys a unique symbol of its brand identity – the company’s Portland headquarters office, which is the world’s first developer-driven Living Building. In this article, we look at how PAE Engineers achieved the multiple benefits of creating a sustainable, resilient and cost-effective speculative mixed-use building that serves as its main office, as well as an investment property, marketing jewel and beacon of the firm’s vision, mission, principles and values.

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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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Construction Placements

APRIL 3, 2024

IIT Madras Requirement 2024 for Technical Officer and Junior Technical Superintendent | 24-04-2024 IIT Madras Requirement 2024 for Technical Officer and Junior Technical Superintendent, last date to apply is 24-04-2024 The post IIT Madras Requirement 2024 for Technical Officer and Junior Technical Superintendent | 24-04-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Engineering 111

Strong Tie

APRIL 2, 2024

As mass timber continues to grow in the commercial construction industry, so does the environment for innovation. With many projects increasing in size and complexity, larger structural dimensions result in higher loads. At the same time, deve lopers, architects and occupants want to retain all the remarkable benefits of a mass timber project, including the value of an all-wood aesthetic.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 3, 2024

Outright cancellations increased 7% over the past month, fueled by publicly funded projects, according to ConstructConnect.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 5, 2024

BINGHAM FARMS, MI — Ruby+Associates, a Degenkolb Company, is officially announcing that the firm’s former Chairman and Founding Principal David I. Ruby, PE, SE, has retired. Mr. Ruby’s structural engineering career spans over 60 years working for steel fabricators, erectors, contractors, and architects, all the while developing his passion for constructability.

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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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