Construction Dive

OCTOBER 10, 2023

It’s time to plan for the year to come. Construction Dive has you covered with a full list of the industry conferences, expos and meetings on tap for 2024.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 3, 2023

The former finance chief of Carillion has been banned from being a company director for 11 years. Zafar Khan voluntarily agreed with the disqualification by the Insolvency Service who are also pursuing cases against other former Carillion directors. A spokesperson said: “The Insolvency Service, acting on behalf of The Secretary of State for Business and Trade, has accepted a disqualification undertaking from Zafar Iqbal Khan for 11 years for his conduct as a director of Carillion Plc.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The White House announced on Monday the implementation of an executive order to require project labor agreements on federal construction jobs above $35 million.

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Construction News

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Almost three-quarters of applications to the government’s £4.5bn Building Safety Fund (BSF) have been assessed as not eligible, according to new government figures. The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) says that 3,611 applications for the scheme – intended to fund the remediation… The post Building Safety Fund rejects three-quarters of applications appeared first on Construction News.

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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 Enquirer

JUNE 8, 2023

Henry Construction Projects has gone into administration leaving hundreds of suppliers and subcontractors out of pocket. Insolvency experts from FRP Advisory took control of the London-based residential tower builder yesterday evening. The collapse ends weeks of speculation about the contractor which has been strangling its supply chain of payments for several months.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Union representation today is low, but the big wins from guilds and widespread pro-labor sentiment could tip the scales and continue to empower workers.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The practice helps longtime employees learn tech and communication skills, while newer workers gain valuable insight from experienced colleagues, according to a Suffolk project manager.

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Construction News

DECEMBER 14, 2023

All housing built from 2025 should include heat pumps, according to new government proposals. A consultation on technical requirements for the government’s Future Homes Standard opened on Wednesday (13 December), with the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) stating that the requirements will… The post New homes standard to make heat pumps mandatory appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The former technical director of High Speed 2 Ltd (HS2 Ltd) and one of the principal designers of HS2’s original plan believes “overengineering” of the project is a principal reason behind the continually ballooning costs. The post HS2 designer blames frequent cost rises on ‘overengineering’ of project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Plantd Finds First Farmer for Perennial Grass qpurcell Tue, 11/07/2023 - 12:25 Plantd , a manufacturer of carbon-capturing building materials, has partnered with a North Carolina farmer to plant 101 acres of perennial grass. The fast-growing crop, known for its strength and resource efficiency, is the secret sauce—and main component—that makes Plantd's products work.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The construction industry is no stranger to big changes. Whether it’s the proliferation of BIM, the shift to digital plans and documents over paper, or the rise of mobility and cloud collaboration, transformation has been part of the industry’s DNA over the last few decades. Every big change has certainly come with its challenges, but the construction industry has successfully overcome these pain points to advance processes and achieve new levels of efficiency.

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Construction Placements

MAY 21, 2023

NTPC Hiring for Assistant Managers | 300 Posts | 02-06-2023 NTPC Hiring for Assistant Managers with 300 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 02-06-2023 The post NTPC Hiring for Assistant Managers | 300 Posts | 02-06-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Procore

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Today, Procore released its 2023 Impact Report, which showcases the company’s continued environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts. Read a version of Tooey Courtemanche’s opening message below.  Construction transforms our world in both seen and unseen ways. A skyline can completely shift in a decade. But that skyline is not just made of buildings.

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Equipment World

JUNE 13, 2023

Komatsu has recently joined the new race to determine if hydrogen is the fuel of the future with the reveal of its concept mid-sized excavator.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 17, 2023

Workers on another major section of HS2 in the Midlands are being stood down as rephasing of the route continues to put hundreds of jobs in jeopardy. Site sources told the Enquirer that workers on the Balfour Beatty Vinci section between Birmingham and Litchfield were told this week that that non-critical works are being brought to a “safe stop” on the route.

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For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Smaller commercial and residential contractors involved in commercial and even civil construction projects are adopting grade control as a best practice, facilitated by technology.

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BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Corie Baker, AIA, EDAC, LEED AP BD+C Healthcare Facilities Modular Building Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction In recent years, we’ve seen an accelerated shift towards the use of prefabrication in new construction.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

After asking to enter a trailer to use the microwave, the Black worker said a superintendent told him he had to use a separate entrance from White staff.

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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.

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Construction News

APRIL 24, 2023

HS2 chief executive Mark Thurston has admitted he did not know how much Euston Station would cost to build when a Dragados and Mace joint venture was appointed as construction partner for the job. Giving evidence to the Public Accounts Committee on the costs of… The post HS2 chief admits he did not know real Euston Station cost appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The cost of building High Speed 2 (HS2) Phase One is moving closer to being less than the benefit it will bring, according to Department for Transport (DfT) analysis, while HS2 Ltd chiefs say the civils contracts give them little leverage to improve contractor performance. The post HS2 Phase 1 ‘cost close to exceeding benefit’ as officials blame civils contracts appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Generative AI is here and it's impacting white-collar jobs (architects, engineers, project managers, etc.). Its infrastructure is already in place, so adoption is happening faster than expected. As a result, predictions about how it will impact the workforce might not necessarily be accurate.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

This year, the European Union finalized its corporate social responsibility reporting directive for listed companies, with rules being phased in over the next year. In the US, the Securities and Exchange Commission has been deliberating on a proposed set of disclosure rules since the spring of 2022 and is expected to finalize them this fall. 2024 promises to be a transformative year for public companies when it comes to reporting on strides made toward greater environmental sustainability.[ 1 ]

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Construction Placements

APRIL 21, 2023

Walk-in Interviews from 22nd April to 30th April 2023 | Various Construction Engineering Jobs Apply and attend the walk-in interview and virtual job interviews from 1st April to 30th April 2023 for engineering construction jobs. The post Walk-in Interviews from 22nd April to 30th April 2023 | Various Construction Engineering Jobs appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Procore

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In the past twelve months, the construction industry has experienced significant transformation in response to dynamic challenges and the continual emergence of new technologies. With 2024 just around the corner, construction spending in the United States has already surpassed $1.6 billion in the first 10 months of the year, marking a 5.6% increase compared to the same period in 2022.

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Equipment World

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Former Vail construction company owner sentenced for reckless manslaughter charge after an employee died in a trench collapse in 2021 in Breckenridge.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 9, 2023

Yorkshire-based modular house builder ilke Homes has been put up for sale as the board and investors battle to save the loss-making business. The Enquirer understand that work stopped at both sites and its 250,000 sq ft factory in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire on Friday. Directors warned the business was struggling in the face of volatile macro-economic conditions and issues with the planning system complicate fundraising and housing delivery.

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For Construction Pros

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Several economic indicator reports relevant to the construction industry were released today, helping to paint a picture of the outlook moving into the fourth quarter of 2023.

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The Contractor Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Order will require every prime contractor and subcontractor on a federal construction project of $35 million or more to sign a project labor agreement.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Despite tightening credit, high project financing costs and lingering recession fears, the country’s biggest contractors continue to book more new business, said Anirban Basu, ABC chief economist.

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Construction News

JUNE 9, 2023

There is an increasing chance that the Hinkley Point C nuclear power project could take longer and cost more to complete than planned, it has emerged. In a presentation to investors to coincide with its first-quarter results, client EDF said: “The risk of additional delays… The post EDF reveals ‘increasing risk’ of Hinkley delays and budget overruns appeared first on Construction News.

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