Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2024

Analysts continue to attribute major changes in labor demand to residential construction, as the commercial sector retains momentum.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

Plaquemines LNG Driven Pile Megaproject by Cajun Industries Hawthorne, N.J. : The winner of the 2024 DFI Outstanding Project Award is the Plaquemines LNG Driven Pile Megaproject, submitted by Cajun Industries. The award is being presented at DFI’s 49th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations in Aurora, Colorado, October 7–10. The project is a new, 632-acre (255 ha) liquid natural gas (LNG) export facility located in Port Sulphur, Louisiana, owned by Venture Global Plaquemines LNG.

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Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2024

Innovations focused on green construction raked in the most money in the second quarter, capturing about 35% of total investment, according to Cemex Ventures.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2024

U.S. housing prices are rising due to limited inventory and high mortgage rates. According to an analysis of the latest Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index from financial services company Bankrate, home prices increased by 5.9% as of May 2024, marking a new record for the third consecutive month. The 10-city and 20-city indices also saw annual increases of 7.7% and 6.8%, respectively.

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Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2024

Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Granite, Gilbane, Tutor Perini, Bechtel and McCarthy.

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Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2024

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

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The Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2024

With high housing costs, those who are hoping to purchase a home need to think outside the box in order to do so. One way to purchase a home with a lower mortgage rate is through a home loan assumption, where the buyer takes over the home’s original mortgage and interest rate. According to housing market platform Realtor.com, more than 11 million homeowners in the U.S. have assumable loans, but some states are easier to secure these loans than others.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

IRVING, Texas – Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) and its partners today celebrated the official deck connection of the Gordie Howe International Bridge spanning the Detroit River. Measuring a half-mile (853 meters), the bridge connects Windsor, Ontario, Canada, and Detroit, Michigan, United States. It is the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America and 10 th longest in the world.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2024

Immigration levels have surged in recent years after a slowdown during the 2020 pandemic, with 2.7 million immigrants arriving in the U.S. in 2022 and 3.3 million in 2023. According to the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, this increase is already affecting the housing market, but the full impact on household growth will take time to be fully realized.

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Speaker: Dylan Secrest

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

The transport secretary is commencing an internal review of the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) capital spend portfolio to find ways of closing a £2.9bn funding gap for this year, which could spell the end for some large infrastructure projects. The post Review of DfT capital spend portfolio could see more transport projects cancelled appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

JULY 31, 2024

Glasgow City Council has approved plans for the redevelopment of a derelict brownfield site on the Clyde into a new waterfront neighbourhood.

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AEC Business

JULY 31, 2024

The Georg Nemetschek Institute announced the AI Symposium & Expo on Artificial Intelligence for the Built World, which will be held in Munich from September 10 to 12, 2024. The conference, hosted by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and TUM Venture Labs, will bring together leading academic researchers, industry professionals, and innovative startups to discuss the opportunities and […] The post A Munich Symposium & Expo on AI for the Built World appeared first on AEC Busine

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The Construction Index

JULY 31, 2024

Accounts filed by Sir Robert McAlpine show £104.6m pre-tax loss for last year.

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Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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AEC Business

JULY 31, 2024

Buildots has released a new Integrated Tracking feature that supports unified tracking of both automated and manually-recorded tasks on mobile and desktop devices. The new feature allows project teams to use AI for automated progress tracking while enabling professionals to log and verify tasks that require human oversight, such as checking for electrical wiring in […] The post Buildots Merges Automated and Manual Task Management appeared first on AEC Business.

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The Construction Index

JULY 31, 2024

Sarah Jones, minister of state at both the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero and the Department for Business and Trade has added co-chair of the Construction Leadership Council to her list of duties.

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Equipment World

JULY 31, 2024

Teen brothers Eli and Silas Christenbury of N.C. video their lives with vintage construction machinery as fourth-generation antique-equipment lovers.

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The Construction Index

JULY 31, 2024

Having already begun its move into highways, bed-to-sheds contractor Winvic now has designs on water, energy and the railways.

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

The new government has committed to clean power and a target, among others, of doubling onshore wind by 2030. Onshore wind offers a cost-effective method for production of green electricity and the UK currently has over 2,600 operational onshore wind projects providing over 15GW of… The post Enhancing the UK’s onshore wind industry appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 31, 2024

Kristina Cerniglia brings over 30 years of experience leading organizations in the manufacturing industry, most recently as CFO at Briggs & Stratton.

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

“The construction industry is a high carbon emitting, low productivity industry and we need to be the opposite of those two things. We need a lot of innovation, collaboration and different ways of working to get there,” says Skanska UK director of sustainability and innovation… The post Skanska’s Adam Crossley on how the industry can remove obstacles to innovation appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

JULY 31, 2024

Understanding Earned Value Management (EVM) in Construction Projects Earned Value Management (EVM) integrates scope, time, and cost dimensions to provide a comprehensive view of project performance. Learn how to measure and improve construction project outcomes with practical examples and advanced techniques. The post Understanding Earned Value Management (EVM) in Construction Projects appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Management

New Civil Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

Network Rail has appointed 15 suppliers to its £1.4bn Southern Region minor works, buildings and civils partnership framework, utilising a new model described as a first for the rail sector. The post Project 13 style model to ‘radically transform’ Network Rail £1.4bn Southern maintenance framework appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 31, 2024

The post Top Abandoned Houses for Sale in the UK – How to Purchase appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Curious about finding abandoned houses for sale? In this guide, we’ll explore where to find these unique opportunities, why they can be financially rewarding, and what steps you need to take to buy and renovate them. Key Takeaways Abandoned houses vary in condition and can present unique restoration opportunities, often due to financial struggles, legal disputes, or local economic fac

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New Civil Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

Manchester United Football Club is investigating the possibility of building a new 100,000 capacity stadium at a cost of over £2bn. The post Manchester United eyes up new £2bn stadium with 100,000 capacity appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

New integration is set to transform how projects are managed and executed across various industries, leading to improved project outcomes, faster delivery times, and enhanced client satisfaction BOSTON — Newforma , a leader in project information management software, and AVEVA , a global leader in industrial software, today announced a powerful new integration between Newforma Konekt and AVEVA E3D Design.

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Construction Management

New Civil Engineer

JULY 31, 2024

The new government isn’t the only major body making moves this month as we’ve seen high level appointments at the likes of Network Rail, Mace, Costain, Stantec and many more. The post Movers and shakers: Biggest construction and engineering appointments in July 2024 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Building Radar

JULY 31, 2024

The global construction industry is a dynamic sector where expenditure patterns can reveal much about economic priorities and growth strategies. As we move into 2024, several countries are leading the way in construction expenditure, reflecting their commitment to infrastructure development and urban expansion. This article explores the top countries with the highest construction expenditures this year and provides insights into the factors driving these investments.

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ENR Construction

JULY 31, 2024

A recent agreement signed with Everstrong Capital will allow Kenya to revive a much-needed highway project linking Nairobi and Mombasa.

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