Mon.Aug 07, 2023

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Construction’s manufacturing boom: Mapping the biggest facilities underway in the US

Construction Dive

Construction Dive tracks the top projects focused on products such as semiconductors, EV batteries, food, cars and consumer goods since the CHIPS Act was signed last August.

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S&T awarded $1.4 million from Army Corps to develop AI-based program for 3D printing concrete

Civil + Structural Engineer

ROLLA, Mo. – A Missouri University of Science and Technology research team led by Dr. Kamal Khayat has been awarded $1.4 million from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to develop an artificial intelligence program that will determine the best locally-available materials for 3D-printed concrete. This technology will allow the Army Corps to more quickly 3D print concrete structures without relying on the delivery of large amounts of construction materials.

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Ohio, Kentucky tap Walsh Kokosing JV for $3.6B Brent Spence Bridge project

Construction Dive

Jacobs and AECOM will pitch in with design and engineering on the endeavor, which has become a symbol of the country’s infrastructure push.

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GHD US operations named as a 2023 Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability:IN

Civil + Structural Engineer

Santa Rosa: GHD’s US operations have been named as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” in the 2023 Disability:IN Equality Index (DEI). The DEI is a joint initiative with the American Association of People with Disabilities and serves as a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions toward disability inclusion and equality.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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Clark tops out first of 3 towers at Washington, DC, apartment project

Construction Dive

The Bethesda, Maryland-based contractor has finished concrete work on the $643 million first phase of The Stacks in the city’s Buzzard Point neighborhood.

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Preferred bidders unveiled for £10bn electricity network deal

Construction Enquirer

Electricity network giant SSEN Transmission has confirmed ten preferred bidders for a £10bn onshore infrastructure upgrade. Following a competitive procurement process, Balfour Beatty, Siemens Energy BAM, J. Murphy & Sons, Wood Power Solutions, Omexom Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, Burns & McDonnell, Morrison Energy Services, Linxon, IQA and NKT have all been selected.

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Bellway to cut jobs and close divisions in restructure

Construction Enquirer

Bellway is consulting on a round of redundancies and the closure of two divisions as the house building slump continues to bite. Sky News reported that up to 90 jobs could go among the 3,000 strong workforce with the London Partnerships and South Midlands divisions set to close. A Bellway company statement to Sky News said: “In response to current market conditions which have caused a slowdown in the sales market and a reduced output for house building, we have today announced proposals to

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RED7MARINE SUPPORTS SOUTHBAY CIVIL ENGINEERING AT THE COAL AUTHORITY’S DAWDON MINE WATER TREATMENT SCHEME

Civil + Structural Engineer

The Marine Partner of Choice, Red7Marine, recently supported a major marine civil engineering project at the Coal Authority’s Dawdon Mine Water Treatment Scheme (MWTS). The Dawdon MWTS protects a vital underground source of drinking water that is supplied to around 30,000 people in the region. The MWTS is situated 1km south of Dawdon in County Durham and treats mine water that has built up since pumping stopped due to the closing of local collieries, each year it treats over 2,000 million litres

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400 homes plan for Perry Barr dog racing track

Construction Enquirer

West Midlands developer Corbally Group plans to redevelop the Perry Barr greyhound racing stadium in Birmingham with more than 400 homes. The lease is due to expire in 2026, and the racing track operator plans to move to new premises at Monmore Green in Wolverhampton. A spokesman for Corbally Group, said: “The current site offers little in terms of wider community value and we’ve worked closely with the racetrack operator to support its move to new premises within the region.

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Arup Appoints Carolyn Poirier as Americas CFO

Civil + Structural Engineer

Carolyn Poirier has been appointed as Americas Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective July 15. Carolyn is based in Toronto and has been with Arup for 13 years, working across a number of roles on the Finance team. Most recently, she has been serving as Americas Region Controller and Financial Planning and Analytics Leader. “I am thrilled for this opportunity to take on the role of Arup’s Americas CFO.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

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.

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Equans wins £72m West London estate recladding job

Construction Enquirer

Housing association Notting Hill Genesis has enlisted Equans to deliver a £72m building safety upgrade to bring the Paragon Estate in West London back into use. Nearly three years ago, over 1,000 residents at the six-block housing and student accommodation complex in Brentford were forced to evacuate the estate due to fire safety concerns over cladding.

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A Look Into Microgrids—What They Are and How They Work

The Pro Builder

A Look Into Microgrids—What They Are and How They Work ldeakins Mon, 08/07/2023 - 10:56 As state funding becomes more readily available for energy-efficient building projects, interest in residential communities that act as their own miniature power grids, otherwise known as microgrids, is on the rise Microgrids are networks of residential buildings that act as miniature power grids by generating backup power for the entire development gathered through a solar array system and stored in a batter

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Acquisitive RSK looks to raise £500m through stake sale

Construction Enquirer

Acquisition-hungry RSK Group aims to nearly quadruple its turnover to more than £5bn over the next seven years. The ambitious growth target would see its corporate family of engineering and environmental services businesses double from 200 and 400. To fund this next stage of growth, Cheshire-based RSK is looking to raise at least £500m from sales of shares in the business.

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Will Rental Costs Come Down as Supply Surges?

The Pro Builder

Will Rental Costs Come Down as Supply Surges? ldeakins Mon, 08/07/2023 - 11:05 Rental supply is increasing, but not at an adequate pace to satisfy steady demand from single-family and multifamily renters Multifamily construction rose to a 50-year high in the last two years, and according to Forbes , new apartment construction also reached a historic peak this year with 420,000 new units expected nationwide.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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Developer Citu submits plan for £300m Sheffield scheme

Construction Enquirer

Plans for a city village in Sheffield are set to forge ahead after regeneration specialist Citu submitted plans with the city council. The 23-acre urban regeneration scheme known as Attercliffe Waterside scheme will transform brownfield land either side of the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal. It will become one of the largest zero carbon communities in the UK, featuring more than 1,000 homes alongside creative workspaces, an arts venue and shops.

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Mortgage Rates Have Risen Yet Again, but Homebuyer Competition Is Heating Up

The Pro Builder

Mortgage Rates Have Risen Yet Again, but Homebuyer Competition Is Heating Up ldeakins Mon, 08/07/2023 - 11:12 Rising mortgage rates aren't enough to deter house hunters willing to expand their budgets for a smaller share of for-sale listings For the week ending Aug. 3, the average 30-year, fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.9%, up from the previous week’s 6.81%, and for the week ending July 29, median home listing prices also rose on a year-over-year basis.

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McAleer & Rushe starts final £138m phase at Southbank Place

Construction Enquirer

McAleer & Rushe has started work on the £138m Southbank Place Building 5 development – the final phase of the Southbank Place development and Shell Tower Masterplan on London’s South Bank. The 13-storey building, above two basement levels, at Belvedere Road will provide 92 apartments alongside 18,600 sq ft of retail space at the site just 100 metres from the London Eye.

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These Local Markets Are Seeing the Most Significant Home Price Fluctuations

The Pro Builder

These Local Markets Are Seeing the Most Significant Home Price Fluctuations ldeakins Mon, 08/07/2023 - 11:19 While one side of the country is confronting a widespread home price correction, the other is seeing continued strength in its local housing markets A 2022 housing correction in the midst of fast-rising borrowing costs has skewed the national housing market with Western regions exhibiting heightened sensitivity to interest rates and Eastern markets seeing steady growth with relative affor

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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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One in four construction workers ‘identify as neurodiverse’

Construction News

A quarter of construction workers consider themselves to be neurodiverse, according to a report by the National Federation of Builders (NFB). The figure is higher than that of the general public, among whom one in seven is estimated to have a neurodiverse condition. Neurodiversity refers… The post One in four construction workers ‘identify as neurodiverse’ appeared first on Construction News.

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Soil Connect Is Moving Dirt and Building Relationships

The Pro Builder

Soil Connect Is Moving Dirt and Building Relationships ldeakins Mon, 08/07/2023 - 15:25 Cliff Fetner created Soil Connect to make it easier for builders and developers to move dirt and other aggregates from jobsite to jobsite, but it has since expanded into a platform where people across all sectors of the building industry can meet, connect, and work together Layne Deakins Cliff Fetner Founder and CEO Soil Connect S oil Connect is one of those practical businesses that just makes so much sense,

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Green light expected for key infrastructure on £2.1bn electricity ‘superhighway’ between Scotland and England

New Civil Engineer

North Yorkshire Council assistant director of planning on community development services Trevor Watson has recommended the council to approve a planning application from power generator Drax for a converter station and its associated infrastructure to support a planned £2.1bn electricity “superhighway”. The post Green light expected for key infrastructure on £2.1bn electricity ‘superhighway’ between Scotland and England appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Five Ways Drilling Equipments Helps In Engineering

Civil Engineer Blog

Drilling equipments are widely used in the engineering field. They provide a lot of service to the engineers. This type of machine, whether big or small, is very essential in the engineering process. Without the presence of these equipments, you can foresee that a simple construction or digging project may take years in the making. […] The post Five Ways Drilling Equipments Helps In Engineering first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Progress made on £42M plan to convert rail route from Channel Tunnel to Wembley for freight

New Civil Engineer

Channel Tunnel infrastructure manager Getlink is pushing forward with a plan to upgrade a route from the tunnel to Wembley to a more modern freight loading gauge. The post Progress made on £42M plan to convert rail route from Channel Tunnel to Wembley for freight appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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QA and QC in Construction

Field Wire

“Quality Assurance” and “Quality Control” are often times mistakenly used as interchangeable terms when discussing the broad issue of quality in construction; however, these two terms actually describe very different activities. Although both work towards the delivery of a final product that meets the project’s specifications and customer’s expectations, they arrive at the outcome in two very different ways.

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Businesses need to take early action to mitigate the risks posed by economic uncertainty

New Civil Engineer

The construction industry accounted for 11% of administrations in the first six months of 2023 – the third highest sector in the UK – according to analysis from Shakespeare Martineau. The post Businesses need to take early action to mitigate the risks posed by economic uncertainty appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Work begins on £138m final phase of Southbank Place development

Construction News

McAleer and Rushe has begun construction on the final phase of the Southbank Place development in London. The £138m Southbank Place Building 5 development (pictured) is located 100m from the London Eye. The overall development is part of the Shell Tower Masterplan on London’s South… The post Work begins on £138m final phase of Southbank Place development appeared first on Construction News.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Next stage of West Gate Tunnel nears completion

Roads Online

Construction on the internal road surface in the twin tunnels of the West Gate Tunnel Project in Victoria is nearing completion, with works now more than 70 per cent complete. Over 4.5 kilometres of road deck has been installed across both tunnels. The removal of both Tunnel Boring Machines that worked on the project is also underway, with a 400 tonne crane helping to dismantle the final pieces.

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Procurement process begins for 45-storey central London tower

Construction News

Property developer Hines has started the procurement process for three new towers in central London. The firm submitted a planning application for 18 Blackfriars Road on Monday. Designed by architects Foster + Partners, the project will occupy a two-acre brownfield site next to the River… The post Procurement process begins for 45-storey central London tower appeared first on Construction News.

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Civil Engineering Trends 2023: Pioneering the Future of Infrastructure Development

Construction Placements

Civil Engineering Trends 2023: Pioneering the Future of Infrastructure Development Dive into the transformative civil engineering trends set to shape 2023. From sustainable practices to AI-driven solutions, discover what the future holds for the industry. The post Civil Engineering Trends 2023: Pioneering the Future of Infrastructure Development appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Putting 9 senior living market trends into perspective

BDC Network

Putting 9 senior living market trends into perspective 0 rcassidy Mon, 08/07/2023 - 20:26 Senior Living Design Brad Perkins, FAIA, a veteran of more than four decades in the planning and design of senior living communities, looks at where the market is heading in the immediate future. Brad Perkins, FAIA A veteran of more than four decades in the planning and design of senior living communities looks at where the market is heading in the immediate future.

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How Poor Planning and Budgeting Lead to Construction Cost Overruns

Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.