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OSHA’s proposed heat rule: It’s time to get HIIPP

Construction Dive

Legal experts say regardless of whether the standard will be adopted, it’s a helpful tool and provides insight into the agency’s view of heat safety.

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Number of Mortgage Loans in Forbearance Increases in June

The Pro Builder

Amid a challenging housing market, the number of mortgage loans in forbearance increased slightly in June to 0.23%. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Loan Monitoring Survey, 115,000 homeowners are in forbearance plans, and since 2020, mortgage servicers have provided forbearance to approximately 8.2 million borrowers. Marina Walsh, MBA’s vice president of industry analysis, says this is the first time the number of loans in forbearance has increased since October 2022.

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Amtrak’s $2.7B Susquehanna bridge project kicks off

Construction Dive

A Flatiron/Herzog joint venture will build the Maryland rail update, which aims to improve reliability and speed on the busy Northeast Corridor.

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5 Design Trends That Appeal to Gen-Z and Millennial Homeowners

The Pro Builder

As home builders seek new ways to reach the next generation of homebuyers, some are starting their brand-building brand affinity early on by catering to new architectural and design trends that appeal to this demographic. Generation Z and Millennials are drawn to home décor styles driven by self-expression and social influence, according to Men's Journal, which drew on research by home builder Taylor Morrison to identify five design trends with next-gen appeal.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Clayco risk manager on success: ‘We want people to just feel safe’

Construction Dive

Todd Friis, senior vice president of risk management for the Chicago builder, says he sometimes has to get creative in order to improve jobsite safety.

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Network Rail develops low-carbon composite sleepers

The Construction Index

Network Rail has developed a new type of composite sleeper with substantially less embedded carbon than traditional wooden or concrete ones.

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Number of Mortgage Loans in Forbearance Increases to 0.23% in June

The Pro Builder

Amid a challenging housing market, the number of mortgage loans in forbearance increased slightly in June to 0.23%. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Loan Monitoring Survey, 115,000 homeowners are in forbearance plans, and since 2020, mortgage servicers have provided forbearance to approximately 8.2 million borrowers. Marina Walsh, MBA’s vice president of industry analysis, says this is the first time the number of loans in forbearance has increased since October 2022.

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NIC’s Project Level Design Principles could maximise infrastructure benefits

New Civil Engineer

The publication of National Infrastructure Commission Design Group’s Project Level Design Principles could signify a change in the way infrastructure benefits communities. The post NIC’s Project Level Design Principles could maximise infrastructure benefits appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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15 Most Popular Home Styles in the US

The Pro Builder

Factoring in weather, local materials, and preference, home styles vary greatly across the U.S. Some regions of the country are home to unique housing types, but other home building styles are popular throughout the U.S. Housing market platform Redfin put together a list showing which styles are the most popular, with some including ranch style homes, Cape-Cod Style houses, cottage-style houses, and modern houses, among other types of homes.

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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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HyperTunnel runs out of road

The Construction Index

A British technology company seeking to revolutionise the world of tunnelling has collapsed into administration.

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How Adopting New Technology Could Help the Construction Industry

The Pro Builder

For humans, construction jobs are laborious, often coming with long hours and hazardous conditions. But the adoption of new technology could help ease the burden of workers, according to Architect Magazine. Automated machines, or robots, can help carry out more difficult or dangerous tasks and keep workers safe. Some areas of the construction industry have already begun the process of implementing new technology into their daily work, but there is still a lot that has yet to be explored when it

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First funds released for Eden Project Morecambe

The Construction Index

Plans for a new Eden Project in Morecambe have moved forward with the signing of the first stage of a grant funding agreement.

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Amount of Mortgage Loans in Forbearance Increases to 0.23% in June

The Pro Builder

Amid a challenging housing market, the number of mortgage loans in forbearance increased slightly in June to 0.23%. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Loan Monitoring Survey, 115,000 homeowners are in forbearance plans, and since 2020, mortgage servicers have provided forbearance to approximately 8.2 million borrowers. Marina Walsh, MBA’s vice president of industry analysis, says this is the first time the number of loans in forbearance increased since October 2022.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

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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HS2 | UK-first specialist cantilever process underway on 472m West Midlands viaduct

New Civil Engineer

Engineers from Balfour Beatty Vinci JV (BBV) are using a specialist cantilever process for the first time in the UK to build a 472m long single-track viaduct for High Speed 2 (HS2) in the West Midlands. The post HS2 | UK-first specialist cantilever process underway on 472m West Midlands viaduct appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Esh improves profits as growth stalls

The Construction Index

Northeast-based construction contractor Esh Group has filed its 2023 results showing turnover unchanged but profits up 50%.

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Arcadis CEO discusses exiting Middle East, ethics and positivity about future

New Civil Engineer

Arcadis is in the process of winding down its Middle East operations due to issues with getting paid by clients, but is positive about the wider economic outlook and is confident about its own success and ethics, according to the company’s chief executive. The post Arcadis CEO discusses exiting Middle East, ethics and positivity about future appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Grafton names new Selco names Elkins as new chief

The Construction Index

Grafton Group has named Frank Elkins as chief executive of its GB Distribution division, including the builders’ merchant chain Selco.

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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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AmcoGiffen completes £5.2M restoration of High Level Bridge over River Tyne

New Civil Engineer

Structural repairs to wrought ironwork, grit blasting and repainting, waterproofing of the road deck and resurfacing on the High Level Bridge on Tyneside have been completed by Network Rail’s contractor AmcoGiffen in a £5.2M restoration programme. The post AmcoGiffen completes £5.2M restoration of High Level Bridge over River Tyne appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Muse's £100m Prestwich Village scheme approved

The Construction Index

Bury Council has approved plans for a £100m overhaul of the Longfield Centre site in Prestwich.

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Machine Control in Concrete Applications

For Construction Pros

With conventional stringliners, the process is vulnerable to human error. Automated and robotic stringlines help remove that human variable and increase accuracy.

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Severn Tunnel track renewed in just 16 days

The Construction Index

The South Rail Systems Alliance has renewed the entirety of the down line of the Severn Tunnel in a 16-day blockade.

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How CMiC Helps Construction Teams Stay Ahead of Project Risk

CONSTRUCT™ by CMiC delivers structured project management built for the realities of construction. It brings together RFIs, submittals, drawings, and punch lists in a connected environment that prevents gaps in communication and documentation. Risk is managed in real-time with issue tracking, automated compliance checks, and daily journals that surface hidden patterns.

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GB Energy partners with Crown Estate to leverage £60bn private investment for renewables

New Civil Engineer

The government has announced the new public, clean energy organisation Great British Energy will partner with the Crown Estate to build more offshore wind farms and carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS). The post GB Energy partners with Crown Estate to leverage £60bn private investment for renewables appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Florida contractor stuns Internet with “Dirt Mona Lisa” (Video)

Equipment World

Contractor Quality Enterprises used its fleet of excavators, dozers and wheel loaders to recreate the world's most famous painting out of dirt.

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How to Measure Rainwater: Understanding the Process and Importance

Construction Placements

How to Measure Rainwater: Understanding the Process and Importance Discover the essential techniques and tools for measuring rainwater, and understand why accurate rainfall data is vital for flood prediction, agriculture, and climate study. The post How to Measure Rainwater: Understanding the Process and Importance appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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National Highways misses 11 of 48 enhancements targets for RIS2 capital delivery portfolio

New Civil Engineer

National Highways has missed 11 of its 48 enhancement commitments targets in the delivery of its second Road Investment Strategy (RIS2) for 2020 to 2025, regulator Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has found. The post National Highways misses 11 of 48 enhancements targets for RIS2 capital delivery portfolio appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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New appointments to National Transport Commission

Roads Online

Image: stock.adobe.com/AlexandraDaryl. The Federal Government has announced three new appointments to the National Transport Commission (NTC). Loretta Lynch and Michael Byrne will join as new Commissioners effective from 15 July 2024 until 14 July 2027. The new appointments were agreed upon between ministers from the Infrastructure and Transport Ministers’ Meeting.

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National Highways trialling carbon-negative aggregate on M11

New Civil Engineer

National Highways is trialling a carbon-negative aggregate made by Seaham-based company Low Carbon Materials on a stretch of motorway in Essex. The post National Highways trialling carbon-negative aggregate on M11 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Komatsu: Technology driving increased sustainability

Roads Online

Komatsu is trialling several battery electric models in Australia. Images: Komatsu. Fuel consumption is a topic of great importance across the road and infrastructure industries. The new Executive General Manager for Construction and Utility at Komatsu Australia is looking to drive that change. D rawing on more than 25 years of experience, David Small has recently assumed the role of Executive General Manager for construction and utility at Komatsu Australia.