Construction groups decry PRO Act’s reintroduction
Construction Dive
MARCH 12, 2025
Sen. Bernie Sanders was among the legislators to reintroduce the law, which would tip the labor negotiating scales in favor of unions.
Construction Dive
MARCH 12, 2025
Sen. Bernie Sanders was among the legislators to reintroduce the law, which would tip the labor negotiating scales in favor of unions.
Roads Online
MARCH 12, 2025
The National Municipal Works and Engineering Conference will bring together members of local government, construction contractors, hire companies, technology developers and much more. Images: Municipal Works Australia. Municipal Works Australias National Municipal Works and Engineering Conference is back once again, with its 31st iteration set to focus on providing the tools and ideas for improved solutions sector-wide.
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Construction Dive
MARCH 12, 2025
How DOL will proceed now is not clear, though there are hints the agency may be assuming an unusually pro-worker stance for a Republican administration.
Construction News
MARCH 12, 2025
Civils contractor Alun Griffiths, which is consulting staff on a restructure of its business due to financial conditions, has reported its fifth consecutive pre-tax loss. The firm's annual report and financial statements for the year to 31 December 2023, published yesterday (11 March) on the… The post Pre-tax loss spirals at troubled Welsh contractor appeared first on Construction News.
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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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.
Construction Dive
MARCH 12, 2025
The next step beyond generative AI, these applications can operate in a more autonomous fashion, but there’s still room for improvement.
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Construction Dive
MARCH 12, 2025
The amount of work on builders’ books highlights a growing divide between contractors based on size, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.
Roads Online
MARCH 12, 2025
Image: stock.adobe.com/Diego A new grain terminal at Barnes, near in Echuca in Victoria, will soon see freight trains moving bulk grain for domestic and export markets, reducing the reliance on trucks on regional roads. A four-kilometre section of the previously closed Moulamein Line will allow for the new terminal to begin operating. This also follows a $10 million upgrade of the Echuca-Barnes-Deniliquin freight corridor which was completed in late-2023.
Construction Dive
MARCH 12, 2025
The software giant is among several enterprise software companies that have begun rolling out products leveraging the nascent technology.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MARCH 12, 2025
This certification highlights BCMIs industry-leading data security practices and compliance standards REDMOND, Wash. — BCMI, software developer for the bulk construction materials industry, announced it has achieved Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type 2 certification. This signifies full compliance with SOC 2 criteria of security, processing integrity and availability.
Speaker: Dylan Secrest
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
Construction Dive
MARCH 12, 2025
Successful construction industry salespeople must hone this core set of competencies in order to win more projects, says consultant Chad Prinkey.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 12, 2025
An updated business case for the revised programme of works for High Speed 2 (HS2) will not be published until 2026 more than a year later than originally planned. The post DfT says revised HS2 business case is delayed over a year to 2026 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 12, 2025
Sustainability is no longer just a buzzwordits necessary for businesses looking to thrive in an environmentally conscious world. With climate change concerns mounting and regulatory pressure increasing, companies are under more scrutiny than ever to minimize their environmental impact. One of the most effective ways to do so is through sustainable renovation , which reduces carbon emissions and leads to long-term cost savings.
New Civil Engineer
MARCH 12, 2025
The anticipated cost of the Neom gigaproject in Northwest Saudi Arabia have exploded from the original $500bn (386bn) estimate to $8.8 trillion (6.8 trillion). The post Anticipated cost of Saudi Arabias Neom gigaproject explodes from $500bn to $8.8 trillion appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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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.
Construction News
MARCH 12, 2025
A residential block on the South Coast has been evacuated after serious fire safety concerns were raised. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire Rescue Service said it was told on 21 February there could be immediate risks to resident safety in the event of a… The post ‘Serious fire safety concerns’ prompt evacuation of seaside homes appeared first on Construction News.
The Constructor
MARCH 12, 2025
Hydrogen-powered construction equipment represents a groundbreaking shift in the industry’s approach to sustainability, replacing diesel engines with cutting-edge fuel cell technology that emits nothing but water vapor. This revolutionary propulsion system combines the refueling convenience of traditional equipment with zero-emission operation, potentially eliminating one of constructions largest carbon footprints.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 12, 2025
Sterling Structural , a leading manufacturer of cost-effective, pre-fabricated mass timber and hybrid structural systems in North America, today announced the availability of a new Mass Timber Mock-up training kit. The kit is designed to help vocational schools, training programs and unions educate and train the construction industry workforce on the emerging use of Mass Timber in a wide range of structures.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 12, 2025
The post Your Ultimate Storage and Bathroom Renovation Guide: Finding the Right Fit for Your Needs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Looking to declutter and upgrade your bathroom? Our ultimate storage and bathroom renovation guide: Finding the right fit for your needs covers choosing storage options, planning renovations, and practical tips for achieving the perfect balance in your space, ensuring that you have your ultimate storage and bathroom renovation guide: Finding the right fit for
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.
Construction News
MARCH 12, 2025
Mark Topping is director of design at consultancy Lanpro The requirement for a minimum 10 per cent biodiversity net gain (BNG) came into force for small sites in February last year. The requirement was introduced under Schedule 7A of the Town and Country Planning Act… The post Delivering biodiversity net gain in construction: what are the limitations?
The Construction Index
MARCH 12, 2025
Sisk has completed testing of a new low-carbon concrete at its Wembley Park project site in London.
AEC Business
MARCH 12, 2025
BIM quality assurance is critical. Solibri now offers the world’s leading model checker in the cloud for both Revit and OpenBIM. The post From Risk to Reliability with Solibri’s Cloud-Based BIM Model Validation appeared first on AEC Business.
Construction News
MARCH 12, 2025
Teenagers would rather work in construction than fly planes, according to research. BBC Bitesize polled more than 4,000 people aged between 13 and 16 for its annual careers report. While almost one in 10 chose doctor as their dream role, engineer was the second choice… The post Construction named in teenagers’ top 10 jobs appeared first on Construction News.
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The Korte Company
MARCH 12, 2025
Theres a lot on the line in the construction industry, from multimillion-dollar budgets to critical safety considerations. Thats why weve got to Hire Smart with people like Alex Ayres, our director of technology and development. Hes focused on building our capabilities so The Korte Company can provide the best for its customers and its team members.
OmTrak
MARCH 12, 2025
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The Construction Index
MARCH 12, 2025
Balfour Beatty has posted its 2024 financial results, showing steady growth in revenue and underlying profits.
Construction News
MARCH 12, 2025
Underlying turnover at the UK's biggest contractor exceeded 10bn for the first time last year, alongside a double-digit percentage increase in pre-tax profit. Balfour Beattys departing chief executive, Leo Quinn, hailed the latest full-year results as evidence of further strong progress. However, the group noted… The post ‘Strong progress’ at Balfour Beatty despite 83m building safety charge appeared first on Construction News.
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The Construction Index
MARCH 12, 2025
Brighton & Hove City Council has selected Alliance Leisure to oversee the design and construction of a new £48m sports and leisure facility.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 12, 2025
Bradyl Storage Solutions, a trusted leader in the multifamily storage industry, is proud to introduce the Bradyl BoxTM, an innovative over-the-hood storage unit designed to optimize unused space in parking garages. As multifamily properties with interior garage parking increasingly offer untapped space, Bradyl BoxTM delivers a smart, space-saving storage solution that enhances convenience for residentsall without reducing parking capacity.
The Construction Index
MARCH 12, 2025
Wiltshire Council has appointed Pellikaan Construction as main construction contractor for its planned new leisure centre in Trowbridge.
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