The Construction Index

JUNE 8, 2025

Silica dust is created during many common construction tasks, such as cutting, sanding or grinding of silica-containing materials such as concrete , mortar and sandstone. Planning permissions for new homes sink to new low 7 hours Government house-building targets are falling out of reach after just a year in power. Got a story?

Construction Equipment 72

Construction Equipment Wall Systems Risk Management Site Planning 72

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Vista Pointe represents a rare opportunity to build a luxury waterfront community with outstanding amenities and unparalleled views of Manhattan. Since its formation in 2003, Toll Brothers City Living has completed 45 condominium buildings totaling over 7,200 residences.

Real Estate Development 130

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Risk Management Building Materials Manufacturing 130

The Construction Index

JUNE 20, 2025

For Berkeley, build costs have remained stable over the course of the year,” he said. “The The sluggish domestic economic backdrop, with low housebuilding and wider construction activity, is leading subcontractors to absorb underlying inflationary pressure on materials and labour within their tender pricing.

Construction Equipment 59

Construction Equipment Wall Systems Cost Control Contracts 59

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 22, 2024

Photo courtesy Carbon Limit What happens to the mineralized CO2 if the building gets torn down or the road gets torn up? Even if you break the concrete down, the CO2 stays intact as a solid material,” Sperry says. Carbon Limit's flagship product, CaptureCrete. It’s stable, which is the best part. You permanently store the CO2.”

Concrete Pouring 263

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Controls Manufacturing 263

Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

But pre-tax profit slid to £15m from £25m the year before in the face of a turbulent market and unpredictability of material and labour prices. HG Construction five-year view 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 Revenue £336m £243m £202m £150m £152m Pre-tax profit £15.2m £24.9m £16.7m £11.7m £11.3m Op profit margin 4.6%

Risk Management 236

Risk Management Cost Control Project Management Building Controls 236

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.

Engineering 264

Engineering Concrete Pouring Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 10, 2023

(PPI) has released a new technical document that reports on the association’s findings about the compatibility of plastic piping materials with chlorine dioxide (CIO 2 ) when used in hot- and cold-water plumbing distribution systems. director of engineering for PPI’s Building & Construction Division.

Plumbing Systems 130

Plumbing Systems Plumbing Building Materials Building Controls 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Photo Credit: Megan Payne The Cairo Monorail project began in 2020, and is a two-line monorail rapid transit system owned by the Egyptian National Authority of Tunnels (NAT). In an area famous for sand blowing with the wind, a monorail system represents an innovative solution that eliminates the problem of sand building up along the line.

Structural Systems 299

Structural Systems Electrical Systems Government Works Public Works 299

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 2, 2020

Mon, 03/02/2020 - 14:36. March 02, 2020. They are manufactured under rigorous quality control to ensure uniform, predictable performance. Low-range water reducers – This set of water reducers provide superior water reduction, compressive strength, and set time control. Concrete admixture. michael.delros…. Water reducers.

Quality Control 133

Quality Control Building Products Distribution Building Controls Controls Manufacturing 133

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 3, 2023

Construction on the project began in September of 2020. According to Abdel-Fattah, building such an ambitious project has not been without its challenges, and, as the project manager, Hill International has had to rely on their extensive experience in the region to manage and sequence the work on the Cairo Monorail project.

Real Estate Development 246

Real Estate Development Public Works Project Management Electrical Systems 246

GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Tue, 09/15/2020 - 13:10. September 15, 2020. Portland Limestone cement has distinct advantages in terms of performance, controlling strength, reducing cost, and enhancing sustainability. Portland Limestone cement has distinct advantages in terms of performance, controlling strength, reducing cost, and enhancing sustainability.

Building Products Distribution 147

Building Products Distribution Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 147

BD+C

JANUARY 8, 2014

Cities could push the envelope on sustainable development, and new building materials are key components of that effort. An enhanced focus on green building materials and a sustainable supply chain that ensures that other communities are benefiting from local choices should be a part of the plan.

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Building Codes Green Building Building Standards 78

GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Controlling concrete setting times. Mon, 11/02/2020 - 11:14. November 02, 2020. Find tips on methods and concrete admixtures that can help contractors control concrete setting times. A common misconception is that retarders can control temperature increases. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Concrete Pouring 144

Concrete Pouring Building Controls Building Materials Curing 144

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 9, 2020

Tue, 06/09/2020 - 19:18. June 09, 2020. As architects design new high-rise buildings taller and with more complexity, producers are challenged to deliver ready-mix concrete that can be pumped, placed, and finished effectively for these structures. Tackling high-rise concrete construction challenges. michael.delros….

Building Optimization 125

Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement Painting/finishing Structural Systems 125

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 3, 2022

The labor and material shortages occurring in today’s construction market and limited available financial resources make the market extremely competitive. Since 2020, bidding has grown and reached an all-time high, with 19% more new projects published year over year. REGISTER NOW. Bidding Growth Following Recovery.

Building Materials Manufacturing 98

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Cost Control Building Optimization 98

Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

Top trends in the construction industry 2020 How will the construction industry develop in 2020? We have studied and evaluated numerous sources – discover with us the most important trends and developments in the construction industry in 2020. Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Site Planning Building Materials 52

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Wed, 02/19/2020 - 16:07. February 19, 2020. We explore conventional concrete, self-consolidating concrete, and a new form called "control flow concrete" that bridges the gap between conventional and self-consolidating. How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. Concrete mix design. michael.delros….

Quality Control 78

Quality Control Building Controls Cost Control Project Management Consulting 78

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Wed, 02/19/2020 - 16:07. February 19, 2020. We explore conventional concrete, self-consolidating concrete, and a new form called "control flow concrete" that bridges the gap between conventional and self-consolidating. How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. Concrete mix design. michael.delros….

Quality Control 78

Quality Control Building Controls Cost Control Project Management Consulting 78

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

Our latest white paper, ‘Building Net Zero and The Role of Data in Green Construction’ , investigates the current landscape for sustainability in construction across APAC – as well as potential solutions. billion metric tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) in 2020. Green construction is enabled by powerful technology and digital tools.

Environmental Impact Assessment 84

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building Renewable Energy Systems 84

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Wed, 02/19/2020 - 16:07. February 20, 2020. Despite its prevalence, plastic concrete remains highly unpredictable, with seemingly innumerable factors impacting its performance: climate, geography of source materials, water, admixture, aggregate/sand quality, to name a few. Commercial buildings. Residential buildings.

Structural Systems 78

Structural Systems Facility Management Material Handling Building Optimization 78

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Wed, 02/19/2020 - 16:07. February 20, 2020. Despite its prevalence, plastic concrete remains highly unpredictable, with seemingly innumerable factors impacting its performance: climate, geography of source materials, water, admixture, aggregate/sand quality, to name a few. Commercial buildings. Residential buildings.

Structural Systems 78

Structural Systems Facility Management Material Handling Building Optimization 78

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 5, 2023

. – Purdue University civil engineering researchers have developed patent-pending intelligent architected materials that can dissipate energy caused by bending, compression, torque and tensile stresses, avoiding permanent plastic deformation or damage, and may also exhibit shape memory properties that allow them to have actuation capacity.

Building Materials Manufacturing 100

Building Materials Manufacturing Engineering Building Materials Structural Systems 100

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 4, 2020

Mon, 05/04/2020 - 18:03. May 04, 2020. From creating and transporting concrete to disposing of leftover concrete, there are opportunities to help improve efficiency and reduce material waste, thus reducing costs. The industry has a high rate of wasted material and that is costly. Building Envelope Solutions.

Energy Conservation 78

Energy Conservation Building Automation Energy Efficiency Building Materials 78

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 13, 2024

The post Read the Latest News on a New Method to Materials Procurement Can Improve Building Sustainability, the Bridgwater Road Junction Will Be Built Soon, and an Innovative US Construction Company Has Opened Offices in Rotherwas to Expand its UK Presence appeared first on UK Construction Blog.

Building Materials 64

Building Materials Procurement Building Materials Manufacturing Sustainability 64

BDC Network

MAY 1, 2023

Jeff Danley Contractors 360 Camera AEC Tech Innovation Drones Building Automation Building Tech Building Technology Project + Process Innovation The Changing Built Environment Artificial intelligence is causing a stir in most industries, and construction is no different. According to the U.S.

Piping Installation 105

Piping Installation Quality Control Concrete Pouring Site Planning 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In the last 20 years, the number of buildings in the world that are at least 200 meters tall has increased by nearly 500%. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. That being said, many companies struggle to maintain control over the massive amounts of project documents.

Construction Management 98

Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Cost Control Project Management 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 7, 2023

According to the above source, “35% of project failures were related to budget problems in 2021” and “only 43% of organizations completed most of their projects within budget during 2020.” Direct costs Direct costs include labor, materials determined from the construction takeoff, equipment, and subcontractor costs.

Estimating 98

Estimating Cost Control Project Management Consulting Budgeting 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Beyond that, the cost of building facilities is increasing. of construction materials experienced a significant cost increase since 2020. It’s expected that continued demand for construction will keep prices of both materials and labor high through 2025. Data from Oxford Economics indicates that 82.5%

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 116

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Handover Facility Management Building Products Distribution 116

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 6, 2020

Fri, 03/06/2020 - 18:13. March 06, 2020. Control flow concrete. Controlled low-strength material (CLSM). Supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs). Control flow concrete. Controlled low-strength material (CLSM). Supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs). Control flow concrete.

Concrete Pouring 78

Concrete Pouring Controls Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing Building Controls 78

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 9, 2020

Tue, 06/09/2020 - 19:18. June 09, 2020. As architects design new high-rise buildings taller and with more complexity, producers are challenged to deliver ready-mix concrete that can be pumped, placed, and finished effectively for these structures. Tackling high-rise concrete construction challenges. michael.delros….

Building Optimization 78

Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement Project Management Consulting Painting/finishing 78

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 9, 2020

Tue, 06/09/2020 - 19:18. June 09, 2020. As architects design new high-rise buildings taller and with more complexity, producers are challenged to deliver ready-mix concrete that can be pumped, placed, and finished effectively for these structures. Tackling high-rise concrete construction challenges. michael.delros….

Building Optimization 78

Building Optimization Building Performance Measurement Project Management Consulting Painting/finishing 78

CCR Magazine

APRIL 17, 2025

When they united, they weren’t simply looking to build structures; they were determined to build a company rooted in principles that often get overlooked in the rush to completion: honesty, integrity and meticulous attention to detail. How does your work cater to today’s end-users? How is your construction strategy based?

Building Materials 80

Building Materials Building Design Cost Control Project Management 80

Field Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

Building Information Modeling Another critical software for project managers is building information modeling (BIM). The software gives you a 360° view of buildings and identifies inefficiencies. Your project could waste materials or have safety risks, but BIM will identify the threats for you.

Project Management 98

Project Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Automation Schedule Management 98

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The UK construction forecast for 2024 predicts a 12% recovery due to strong development pipelines and increased building materials costs. Mitigating cost increases requires understanding material price factors and planning ahead in order to capitalize on new opportunities sustainably.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 64

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Cost Control Building Materials 64

GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Tue, 09/15/2020 - 13:10. September 15, 2020. Portland Limestone cement has distinct advantages in terms of performance, controlling strength, reducing cost, and enhancing sustainability. Portland Limestone cement has distinct advantages in terms of performance, controlling strength, reducing cost, and enhancing sustainability.

Building Products Distribution 78

Building Products Distribution Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 78

GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Controlling concrete setting times. Mon, 11/02/2020 - 11:14. November 02, 2020. Find tips on methods and concrete admixtures that can help contractors control concrete setting times. A common misconception is that retarders can control temperature increases. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Concrete Pouring 78

Concrete Pouring Building Controls Building Materials Curing 78