The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
As the end of 2024 approaches, housing industry professionals are looking ahead at what trends the new year may bring. According to Men’s Journal, a recent Annual Trends Report from Westlake Royal Building Products predicts upcoming trends in home exteriors, including mixed textures and biophilic elements, among other design choices.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Users of Foundation Software, which serves 43,000 construction pros, may be at risk of intrusion if they still use default credentials, according to cybersecurity firm Huntress.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
BERKELEY, Calif. — Harvest , the innovative technology company behind the award-winning *Smart Thermal Battery *, won a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to integrate its cutting-edge smart controller with thermal energy storage. This integration promises to streamline HVAC installs, significantly reduce costs, and make next-generation technology more accessible to American homeowners.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Executives said the full impact will take time to materialize as financing terms and project planning catch up to the new environment.
Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant
Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Expansion team will bring new life to 79-year-old stadium in Franklin Park Global integrated design firm Stantec was selected by Boston Unity Soccer Partners to redevelop White Stadium into a premier soccer venue for the city’s new National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) team. The firm is providing architecture and landscape architecture services. Designed by Fredrick Law Olmsted in the 1880s, the historic landmark Franklin Park is home to White Stadium, which was built in 1949 and has since falle
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Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Veteran engineer with two decades of expertise in project management and structural design PHILADELPHIA – HNTB is pleased to announce that Dennis Stefanski, PE, has joined the firm as transit and rail engineering department manager. In this leadership role, Stefanski will oversee a multidisciplinary group of professionals, bringing his extensive expertise in project management, intradisciplinary coordination and structural engineering design to support various transit and rail clients.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Construction-heavy states that lack the latest energy-efficiency codes are among the focus areas for this round of federal funding, a U.S. Department of Energy official said.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
While the average home value in the U.S. is $362,143, home prices vary widely across different parts of the country. The ResiClub blog examined housing markets across the country and identified the 20 counties with the highest typical home values. Nantucket County, Mass., tops the list at $2.73 million, followed by Pitkin County, Colo., and Teton County, Wyo., with typical home values of $2.39 million and $2.21 million, respectively.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Planning permissions will need to increase by 55% to reach the government’s new annual target of 370,000 new homes.
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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.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
For the past couple of decades, home flipping activity has closely followed the housing market's ups and downs. When looking at the housing market today, flipping activity closely mirrors what occurred in the early 2000s, according to recent analysis from property data provider Attom Data.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Manchester consulting engineer Civic Plus has a new archaeology and heritage consultancy, Civic Heritage.
Equipment World
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
This collector/contractor restored rare machines that inspired Cat's track loaders and runs vintage Cat dozers, scrapers and motor grader on the job.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
South London-based civil engineering contractor O'Keefe Construction has appointed Lee Horsley as managing director.
Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive
Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The last module in the lining of Heathrow Airport’s 870m cargo tunnel under its runways is about to be installed by Mace under a £145M renewal project. The post Mace reveals it is nearing completion of Heathrow cargo tunnel renewal appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Self-employed construction subcontractors enjoyed another rise in earnings last month, according to a leading provider of business services to the industry.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Network Rail is to begin upgrading existing overhead lines just south of Bedford this weekend as part of the £1.2bn Midland Main Line Upgrade. The post Overhead lines set to be upgraded as part of £1.2bn Midland Main Line Upgrade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Gilbert-Ash, the contractor responsible for the redevelopment of the National Portrait Gallery last year, has filed accounts for 2023.
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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.
The Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Recent renovations of the National Football League franchise’s locker room at the Caesars Superdome have transformed it into a modern and motivational space.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Belfast City Council’s planning committee has approved the construction of the proposed Titanic Quarter Student Village.
Construction Placements
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
NIT Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2024 for Faculty | 125 Posts | 10-10-2024 NIT Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2024 for Faculty with 125 Posts vacancies, the last date to apply for this job is 10-10-2024 The post NIT Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2024 for Faculty | 125 Posts | 10-10-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Strong Tie
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Joe Po lder , Senior Territory Sales Manager at Simpson Strong-Tie, introduces the HTTH6.5 heavy tension tie, our latest innovation. Recognizing the need for a holdown with load strengths intermediate between our HTT5 and HDU8 products , we developed a cost-effective solution to bridge that gap. Join Joe as he delves into the features and benefits of the HTTH6.5 and how it addresses the needs of the construction field.
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 Placements
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
IGCAR Recruitment 2024 for ITI Trade Apprentices | 198 Posts | 13-10-2024 IGCAR Recruitment 2024 for ITI Trade Apprentices with 198 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 13-10-2024 The post IGCAR Recruitment 2024 for ITI Trade Apprentices | 198 Posts | 13-10-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
South Ayrshire Council has announced it is no longer funding Prestwick Spaceport, based at Prestwick International Airport, and the cut includes a £17M roads project. The post £17M of spaceport roads investment cut by South Ayrshire Council appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Wirtgen machinery benefits from European ingenuity, along with a design that’s perfectly suited to Australian conditions. Images: Wirtgen. Wirtgen and Stabilised Pavements Australia have formed a strong bond over two decades, with both benefitting from a loyal partnership. Roads & Infrastructure speaks to representatives from both companies to hear how the partnership has gone from strength to strength.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
The winners of the 2024 Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards were applauded at an awards ceremony in London last night. The post Winners revealed at 2024 Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. The Victorian Government is encouraging the Brunswick community to submit their input for proposed designs and works to remove eight level crossings, which will also see three existing stations consolidated into two new accessible stations by 2030. The boom gates at Albion Street, Hope Street, Victoria Street, Albert Street, Dawson Street, Union Street and Brunswick Road in Brunswick, and Park Street in Parkville will be removed and replaced by an elev
Construction News
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Apprenticeships are the biggest source of social value for construction firms, according to new research. An analysis of 329 construction contracts with a combined value of £3.2bn concluded that they had delivered £860m worth of social value for the firms delivering them. The report by… The post Report: apprenticeships are construction firms’ main source of social value appeared first on Construction News.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Image courtesy of Hobart Airport. A $130 million upgrade of the Hobart International Airport has reached a new milestone, with works commencing on improving the capacity of the runway, as well as additional improvements to surrounding infrastructure. The runway upgrades will allow for more tourists and freight to fly in and out of Tasmania. The upgrades will enable long-haul flight aircraft (such as the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350) to use the runway, which will open up competition allowing direct
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