Construction Dive

AUGUST 4, 2023

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

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 4, 2023

Women at WIRC: Karlie Fike Is Introducing AI to the Home Building Industry ldeakins Fri, 08/04/2023 - 14:11 As head of operations at Togal.AI, Karlie Fike is using artificial intelligence to speed the takeoff process and simplify existing jobs for home builders As head of marketing, operations, and investor relations at Togal.AI, Karlie Fike is introducing artificial intelligence to the home building industry as a tool that she says isn't meant to replace jobs, but to make them easier.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 4, 2023

“Results were better and cleaner than recent quarters, and the net drama is much less,” said Andrew Wittmann, senior research analyst at Milwaukee-based financial services company Baird.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 4, 2023

New Study Reveals Success of Michigan Union Construction Apprenticeship Programs ldeakins Fri, 08/04/2023 - 11:10 A report by the Midwest Economic Policy Institute (MEPI) reveals that Michigan's union apprenticeship programs outperform universities on training, diversity, and debt while delivering competitive wages A recent study by the Midwest Economic Policy Institute (MEPI) revealed that Michigan's union apprenticeship programs leave graduates free of debt and have higher completion rates tha

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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Construction Dive

AUGUST 4, 2023

The cities had the most hotel projects planned or under construction at the end of Q2, according to Lodging Econometrics.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 4, 2023

Construction buyers reported a return to industry growth in July as a rise in commercial work saw output hit its highest level in five months. The bellwether S&P Global / CIPS UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index posted 51.7 in July – up from 48.9 in June. Robust increases in commercial building (index at 54.4) and civil engineering (53.9) were offset by a steep fall in house building (43.0).

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 4, 2023

PRINCETON, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Transcend Software Inc. (“Transcend”), the leading SaaS provider of generative design tools for critical infrastructure, announced today it has closed on its Series B financing round with participation from Autodesk, Inc., a leading software provider for the architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, product design, and media and entertainment industries.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 4, 2023

Kent based contractor Jenner Group has acquired M&E specialist Reina Group. Both firms have worked together for more than 20 years with Reina a vital part of Jenner’s supply chain providing plumbing and heating services. Reina Group will continue to operate as a separate business with Jenner directors joining its board. Jenner managing director Martin Sandall said: “With construction moving at pace towards a more sustainable future, and with rigorous industry standards being implement

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 4, 2023

‘She Builds’ Construction Camp Introduces Middle School Girls to Skilled Trades ldeakins Fri, 08/04/2023 - 10:10 The Dane County "She Builds" camp is teaching middle school girls about career opportunities in the construction trades through hands-on activities and site visits The Boys and Girls Club of Dane County, Wisc. recently hosted a construction camp called “She Builds,” which aims to introduce middle school girls to careers in the construction trades, engineering, and architecture.

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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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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 4, 2023

(St. Louis, MO, July 25, 2023) Construction has started on a new $62 million Center for Nursing and Health Sciences at St. Louis Community College’s (STLCC) Florissant Valley campus in Ferguson, Missouri. Minority-owned KAI is the architect and MEP engineer on the state-of-the-art academic building. A groundbreaking event was held on July 19, with construction expected to be completed by fall 2024.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 4, 2023

WAC Lighting Promotes the Skylar Wald Let’s Beat Cancer Fundraiser ldeakins Fri, 08/04/2023 - 10:23 WAC Lighting Co-CEOs Dirk and Shelley Wald are encouraging industry members to donate to the Skylar Wald Let’s Beat Cancer Fundraiser established by their daughter in support of The H Foundation After surviving a courageous battle with cancer after her diagnosis at three months old, now 9-year-old Skylar Wald, daughter of WAC Lighting Co-CEOs Dirk and Shelley Wald, has created a fundraiser to sup

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 4, 2023

McCarthy Building Companies has achieved a major milestone on the Port of Beaumont’s Main Street Terminal 1 project – driving the last concrete pile after a year-long process. The milestone was commemorated with an event on July 13 th attended by officials from the Port of Beaumont, McCarthy employees, and trade partners. McCarthy’s project scope includes demolition of a collapsed dock structure and construction of a new state-of-the-art general cargo dock with a roll on/roll off termi

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 4, 2023

Tedford Housing Receives $500K Donation for New Brunswick Homeless Shelter ldeakins Fri, 08/04/2023 - 10:39 A Brunswick, ME homeless shelter is getting a major upgrade with the help of a $500,000 donation Tedford Housing, which operates the Midcoast’s only homeless shelter in Brunswick, ME, is building a new, 17,568-square-foot facility with the help of a $500,000 donation from the Mid Coast-Parkview Health/LincolnHealth Community Health Improvement Committee.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 4, 2023

MAYSVILLE, Kentucky, U.S.A. — Carlson Software, celebrating its 40 th anniversary as a company, has released a STEM video game — Hydrology Engineer. The video game is designed to teach hydrology, a subset of civil engineering, from a practical standpoint. Players will be introduced to both simple and complex concepts of hydrology work with the chance to compete for most efficient design each month.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 4, 2023

Affordable Housing Complex Breaks Ground in Sacramento ldeakins Fri, 08/04/2023 - 10:50 Construction is underway for a Sacramento affordable housing complex designated for residents making between 30% and 60% of the area's median income Sacramento city and county officials are teaming up with housing nonprofit EAH Housing to construct a 140-unit affordable housing complex available for residents making between 30% and 60% of the area's median income.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 4, 2023

Marketing covers everything you do in your business that creates awareness, including advertising, brochures, competitions, trade shows, demonstrations, travel, direct mail, email campaigns, your website, and sponsorship. Let's narrow our focus to an integral part of Marketing - Advertising. Advertising is a massive industry with multiple mediums for your message to be heard or lost in translation.

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Construction Placements

AUGUST 4, 2023

NIRDPR Recruitment 2023 for Capacity Building Consultant | 172 posts | 17-08-2023 NIRDPR Recruitment 2023 for Capacity Building Consultant with 172 posts vacancies, last date to apply is 17-08-2023 The post NIRDPR Recruitment 2023 for Capacity Building Consultant | 172 posts | 17-08-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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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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Civil Engineer Blog

AUGUST 4, 2023

If you’re looking for a business idea that has the potential to yield significant earnings, then you might like to consider the construction industry. There are thousands of companies existing within this marketplace, and most of them do very well. It all comes down to having the right approach and ensuring your work is acceptable. […] The post How To Start A Construction Business And Win Big Contracts first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Equipment World

AUGUST 4, 2023

Rodradar's LDR Excavate bucket is equipped with ground penetrating radar to detect buried utility lines so operators can avoid strikes.

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Daily Civil

AUGUST 4, 2023

The temperature inside the building plays a vital role in creating a comfortable environment. Maintaining a building’s internal temperature is essential in hot or cold regions; efficient thermal. Read more The post Thermal Insulation in Buildings | Types and Materials appeared first on DAILY CIVIL.

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Construction News

AUGUST 4, 2023

Construction was the sector with the second-largest number of companies in significant financial distress during the second quarter of the year. According to an analysis issued by insolvency practitioners Begbies Traynor, some 61,423 of construction firms were in significant financial distress in the three months… The post Construction firms in significant financial distress tops 60,000 appeared first on Construction News.

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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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Construction Placements

AUGUST 4, 2023

31 Challenging Interview Questions Specific to the Construction Industry This comprehensive guide offers insightful tips and potential interview questions for individuals seeking a career in the construction industry. Whether you're a fresher or an experienced professional, we have got you covered." The post 31 Challenging Interview Questions Specific to the Construction Industry appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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BDC Network

AUGUST 4, 2023

Anatomy of a model apartment 0 qpurcell Fri, 08/04/2023 - 09:47 Apartments Page’s interior designers curate model units that harmoniously cater to a range of users, allowing visitors to see a once-empty room as a place of respite and a home. MFPRO+ Blog Apartments Designers Interior Finishes Model apartments are like vignettes, offering a moment in time to a visitor—they showcase a quality of life and tell a story that inspires people to live well.

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Vin Civilworld

AUGUST 4, 2023

Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) and Total Organic Carbon (TOC) are widely used analysis methods in water treatment plants, petrochemicals and drinking water treatment. In this blog, let me walk you through the analysis of Chemical Oxygen Demand, Total Organic Carbon and its applications.

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Civil Engineering Web

AUGUST 4, 2023

In this article, we will explore the best plants for outdoor which add natural beauty to your surroundings. Also, we explore top outdoor wall planters ideas for better aesthetic look. In recent years, outdoor wall planters have become a popular trend in landscaping and gardening. These vertical gardens offer a unique and creative way to.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 4, 2023

Many in the public sector are unaware of the construction cost estimating issues caused by the use of national average cost data and location factoring. Here’s short summary of those problems noted by independent third parties. “ Location factors are used during preliminary project evaluations. They are not intended to be used when preparing appropriation-quality estimates.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 4, 2023

The main tunnelling works for Transport for London’s Silvertown Tunnel are complete, with the second of two bore beneath the river Thames now fully excavated. The post Tunnelling completed on Silvertown Tunnel’s second bore appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 4, 2023

MOST Construction Cost Data is Useless due to archaic research methods and cannot provide cost visibility or enable cost managment capability for local markets. Robust Construction Cost Data Research 1. Comprehensive, granular, line item tasks including a description, and individual data components for labor, material, equipment, and productivity (crews). 2.

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