For businesses that operate with multiple vehicles, safety is key. And the increase in distracted driving adds a serious challenge to safety efforts. How can you reduce risk and keep everyone safe? It's time to think about AI-powered dash cams and coaching as parts of your overall business safety program. Let's explore how this combination can make a difference. MORE
Construction Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
Maria Lehman says the infusion of federal funding will help address long-neglected upkeep across the country, but states and the private sector must also pitch in.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 29, 2023
House builders have welcomed the government’s plan to scrap nutrient neutrality rules that have stalled construction of thousands of new homes. Currently, legacy EU laws on nutrient neutrality are blocking the delivery of new homes, including cases where planning permission has already been granted. Announcing plans to scrap the ‘defective’ EU laws, Levelling Up, Housing and Communities secretary, Michael Gove said: “The way EU rules have been applied has held us back. “T
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Construction Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
A recent Cemex decision is meant to dissuade employers from choosing to “abuse” NLRB’s election procedure, the board chairman said.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 29, 2023
(Houston, Texas) The Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD) has partnered with planning, engineering and program management firm, Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN) for two major sediment removal projects in the Greens Bayou and Cypress Creek/Little Cypress Creek watersheds. These projects will restore critical bayou capacity to reduce flood risk, remove siltation and repair damage caused by Hurricane Harvey to re-establish channel conveyance capacity to pre-Harvey conditions.
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Construction Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
Big construction disagreements arise when there’s not just one error or issue, but a combination of things that went wrong, attorneys say.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 29, 2023
Southwark Council has selected Higgins Partnerships as its development partner for a two-phase £176m regeneration of Ledbury Estate in Peckham. Four existing blocks were identified as ‘having serious structural and fire safety issues’ by the council. They will be replaced with a new development of 340 mixed tenure homes set within six blocks ranging from five to 22 storeys in height plus a community centre and a multi-use games area plus wider estate improvement works.
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Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 29, 2023
United Utilities has started the hunt for contractors to deliver build-only projects for a programme worth £6bn over 10 years. The build-only framework is split into two key lots covering essentially new treatment works and new pipeline work. The north west water company’s AMP8 and AMP9 investment plans are set to be significantly larger than in previous years.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
Modular moon habitats, autonomous trucking technology and inside-out buildings are some of the advancements that the magazine highlighted in its annual list of innovations.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 29, 2023
“Mature discussions” with clients about material price rises enabled specialist engineering contractor McGee to protect its profits despite rampant inflation. Latest results for the firm for the year to November 30 2022 show pre-tax profits steady at £6.1m from £6m last time despite a dip in turnover to £83.3m for £92.2m. The company said: “Despite a challenging macro-economic environment, McGee delivered a strong performance in FY2022, highlighting its ability to anticipate, a
Construction Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
StreetLight Data and TomTom will develop an analytic platform to help cities and transit agencies plan transportation and infrastructure projects.
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Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 29, 2023
Plans have now been submitted for Oldham’s new £24m theatre, set to be a new home for the Coliseum at the heart of the town’s new cultural quarter. The theatre is set to be created in the historic Friends Meeting House and former Post Office, close to Gallery Oldham. Plans include a main auditorium seating more than 300 people, a 120-seat studio theatre, an education suite, and all-day café bar areas, which can also be used as additional performance spaces.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
Two long-time company vets will enter the C-suite at the employee-owned electrical contractor, with another slotted to take over its West region.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 29, 2023
KYLE, TX – STV, a professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today announced that it has signed a contract with the City of Kyle, Texas, to serve as lead design engineer for the second phase of the city’s Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) expansion. STV’s work will double the plant’s current capacity from 4.5 million gallons per day (MGD) to 9 MGD and incorporate a new total phosphorus limit of 0.5 mg/L, which is currently being final
Construction Placements
AUGUST 29, 2023
NIAMT Recruitment for Non-Teaching Posts | 29 Posts | 06-09-2023 NIAMT Recruitment for Non-Teaching Posts with 29 Posts vacancies, last date to apply for this job is 06-09-2023 The post NIAMT Recruitment for Non-Teaching Posts | 29 Posts | 06-09-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 29, 2023
PSMJ Resources, Inc., the world’s leading authority on effective and profitable architecture and engineering firm management practices, announces Ruby+Associates, Inc. Structural Engineers (Ruby+Associates) as the winner of the 2023 A/E/C Building a Better World Award. The annual A/E/C Building a Better World Award recognizes firms demonstrating an outstanding commitment to improving lives and communities, through donations of time, resources, creativity and energy.
Civil Engineer Blog
AUGUST 29, 2023
Engineers are commonly associated with building bridges and rightly so. Building bridges is more than just laying pile of woods over an obstacle. It is a structure that should last for a very long time and it should effectively serve its purpose. To achieve this, engineers have to painstakingly and meticulously design a bridge. While […] The post Engineer Guides upon Building Bridges first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 29, 2023
1550 on the Green, facing Houston’s iconic Discovery Green Park, is being built in a curved shape, described as a “side-core design”, to allow unobstructed daylight to enter the oversized windows. The building’s curved design provides views of Discovery Green, more efficient floor plates, and more natural light than traditional floor plates through the building, including the elevator lobby and restrooms.
Construction Placements
AUGUST 29, 2023
Top 25 Job Interview Questions in Construction for Entry-Level Civil Engineers Get a head start on your entry-level civil engineering job interview with our comprehensive guide. We cover the top 25 questions and provide in-depth answers to help you succeed. The post Top 25 Job Interview Questions in Construction for Entry-Level Civil Engineers appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Equipment World
AUGUST 29, 2023
Cat’s new 988 GC is a lower-cost, lower-powered version of the company’s 12-ton-payload class of wheel loaders but with the same loading capacity.
Construction Placements
AUGUST 29, 2023
Robots on the Rise: Automation in Construction This comprehensive guide delves into the transformative impact of robotics and automation on the construction industry. From 3D printing and drones to ethical and legal considerations, discover how technology is reshaping construction. The post Robots on the Rise: Automation in Construction appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 29, 2023
Facilities Management and Entropy – Left unchecked disorder increases over time. Energy disperses, and systems dissolve into chaos. Entropy, Facilities Mangement, and the AECOO sector have more in common than they should. It’s well beyond time to stop running with the pack. Where has that gotten us? Certifications, traditional formal education, and professional training related to facilities life-cycle management and AECOO practices and practices have done little to address R
ENR Construction
AUGUST 29, 2023
Germany-based RWE, which is developing offshore projects in New York and California, bid $5.6 million for its 102,000-acre site off Louisiana in the Aug.
Linxup
AUGUST 29, 2023
For businesses that operate with multiple vehicles, safety is key. And the increase in distracted driving adds a serious challenge to safety efforts. How can you reduce risk and keep everyone safe? It's time to think about AI-powered dash cams and coaching as parts of your overall business safety program. Let's explore how this combination can make a difference.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 29, 2023
Energy Secretary touts grants from new Inflation Reduction Act for infrastructure siting projects to speed connection of renewable power sources
Civil Manage
AUGUST 29, 2023
Indeed, the wheels mean a lot, and to be precise, their execution. After all, not only must they be durable, the wheels must be manageable, maneuverable and safe for any type of flooring. Chair wheels: what are they? Often, chair casters can be made from either polypropylene or polyamide. Both of these materials are artificial, The post What are furniture rollers for chairs, and how to choose them: modifications, characteristics appeared first on Civil Manage.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 29, 2023
The post Powerful Savings: How Underfloor Insulation Can Reduce Your Energy Bills appeared first on UK Construction Blog. ?Introduction to Underfloor Insulation Underfloor insulation is a revolutionary solution that can significantly reduce your energy bills while keeping your home warm and comfortable. As the name suggests, underfloor insulation involves installing insulating materials beneath your floorboards, preventing heat from escaping through the floor and improving thermal efficiency.
LDM Law
AUGUST 29, 2023
Jason C. Palmer Partner Jason C. Palmer recently received a defense verdict representing the City of Urbandale in a personal injury claim regarding an alleged defective sidewalk. The plaintiff filed suit after tripping on a piece of elevated sidewalk causing a compound fracture of the wrist with a subsequent surgery inserting a plate and multiple screws.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 29, 2023
Rendering of Cincinnati Public Radio Headquarters. Photo courtesy Emersion DESIGN. Stakeholders recently broke ground on Cincinnati Public Radio’s headquarters (HQ). Once complete, the new HQ will be the first two-story mass timber building in the city, with the majority of the superstructure utilizing cross-laminated timber (CLT). Skanska and Cincinnati Public Radio (CPR) were present at the groundbreaking ceremony of the $32 million, 3,252-m 2 (35,000-sf) building, which will feature two on-ai
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 29, 2023
The post Why is the North East a great location to live? appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Thinking of settling down? If you’ve got the luxury of choosing, the North East is a fantastic option to consider. It’s a unique region, with plenty of charming and practical characteristics to make your quality of life and standard of living that much better.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 29, 2023
Interior rendering of the new stadium. Images courtesy MANICA. Tennessee Titans (Titans) have chosen Tennessee Builders Alliance (TBA) as the construction manager at risk on its new stadium project. The new stadium will be built on the east side of the current stadium campus, along Nashville’s East Bank. TBA comprises construction industry leaders including Nashville-based I.C.F.
Bylt News
AUGUST 29, 2023
United States Of America – Hurricane Idalia sets eyes on Florida as the storm approaches landfall still to be determined. With a girth of nearly 500km you should expect intense rains, flooding, high winds and other hazardous direct impacts and they are to be unpredictable. People from Florida Panhandle to New Orleans and all the way to South & North Carolina should be on high alert.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 29, 2023
Ray Brower has joined Perkins Eastman as principal in the firm’s studio in Washington, D.C. Photo by Sean Duggan/courtesy Perkins Eastman. The new principal to join the global practice, Perkins Eastman, in its Washington, D.C. studio, brings 40 years of experience in healthcare design and construction. In particular, the new principal, Ray Brower, AIA, NCARB, CLGB, specializes in strategic facility planning, pre-design operational planning and programming, medical planning, and project managemen
BDC Network
AUGUST 29, 2023
VacuMax™ Vacuum Insulating Glass (VIG) by Vitro 1 kcichowicz Tue, 08/29/2023 - 10:26 VacuMax ™ VIG by Vitro lets you turn more walls into windows, with its slim construction and superior center of glass R-values of R14+.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 29, 2023
Being a founder and CEO isn't for the faint of heart. Entrepreneurship is like a roller coaster ride with unique obstacles, intense pressure, and uncertainty. And when you do it in an industry like construction—which grapples with tight margins, project risks, and labor issues—the challenges can seem overwhelming. However, overcoming these hurdles can lead to innovation and change, all while carving a new path for diversity and inclusion within the industry.
CivilJungle
AUGUST 29, 2023
How Many Tons in a Yard of Stone? The world of construction and landscaping often involves intricate measurements and conversions to ensure that projects are completed accurately and efficiently.
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