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Clayco breaks ground on $4B North Carolina EV plant

Construction Dive

The Chicago-based construction firm won the award for phase one of the project, which has a total investment of up to $2 billion.

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Jonathan Humble Receives Cool Roof Rating Council Lifetime Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

WASHINGTON, DC – Jonathan Humble, FAIA, NCARB, LEED BD+C, regional director of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Construction Technical Program, was presented with the Cool Roof Rating Council’s (CRRC) Lifetime Award at its annual meeting held on June 14, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was recognized for his many years of service and contributions to the CRRC.

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$30B Bechtel-built nuclear plant starts operation in Georgia

Construction Dive

The contractor took over work in 2017 to complete the first new nuclear unit built in the U.S. in more than 30 years.

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Sync Sales and Marketing for a Better Brand Experience

The Pro Builder

Sync Sales and Marketing for a Better Brand Experience ldeakins Thu, 08/03/2023 - 13:47 Get your sales and marketing teams together to create and deliver a consistent brand message from start to finish Ali Quedenfeld Too often, builders expect buyers to flock to their homes and communities without first laying the necessary groundwork for success. The old adage, “If you build it, they will come,” has stipulations, and those include marketing and sales teams working in tandem to ultimately discov

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Enrollment, funding, supply chain issues throw wrench into school construction projects

Construction Dive

Schools are having to delay or alter facility projects as market forces balloon total project costs beyond what was initially budgeted or agreed upon.

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Hinkley Point scaffolders plan industrial action

Construction Enquirer

More than 300 scaffolders working at the Hinkley Point site are now planning a day a week on unofficial strike action after downing tools on Wednesday. The scaffolders working for BYLOR are understood to be angry about pay rates and shift patterns on the site. One told the Enquirer : “Things have been bubbling for a while. We have been wanting the mechanical rate, our travel pay is way below what the MEH Alliance get. “This week we just made stand, it’s not a happy camp here.&#

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Mortgage Rates Surpass 7% Ahead of Seasonal Soft Window

The Pro Builder

Mortgage Rates Surpass 7% Ahead of Seasonal Soft Window ldeakins Thu, 08/03/2023 - 12:15 Rising mortgage rates could set the stage for significant price declines ahead of a typically slow season for homebuying A mild price correction in the second half of 2022 pushed the housing market back into a state of equilibrium, though experts say that temporary stability could soon be coming to an end.

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Scottish school dome designed by Eden Project architect

Construction Enquirer

One of Scotland’s leading independent schools has got the planning go-ahead for a pioneering domed education building that will lead in the development of low embodied carbon construction. Robertson Construction will build the Futures Institute at Dollar Academy (FIDA) in central Scotland. Designed by Eden Project architect Grimshaw, the domed educational center in Dollar, near Stirling is set to achieve the country’s first Living Building certification.

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The Share of New-Home Sales Backed by FHA Loans Is on the Rise

The Pro Builder

The Share of New-Home Sales Backed by FHA Loans Is on the Rise ldeakins Thu, 08/03/2023 - 12:21 A rampant housing affordability crisis is leading to an increase in new-home sales financed with government-backed mortgages The share of new-home sales backed by FHA loans, a form of government-backed mortgage insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), rose from 12.1% to 14.0% in the second quarter of 2023, the largest share recorded since Q1 2021, according to NAHB analysis of the most rec

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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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Heathrow paves the way with low carbon concrete trial

Construction Enquirer

Heathrow has kickstarted a ground-breaking new trial to explore the viability of lower carbon concrete for runways and taxiways. The trial has been designed to test the concrete’s durability and longevity in a true-to-life airport setting and is one of the first of its kind at any airport in the world. It is the first of a number being planned that will test and trial other low carbon concrete materials on the market.

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How to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 1

The Pro Builder

How to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 1 ldeakins Thu, 08/03/2023 - 15:16 Simplifying and standardizing your processes and purchasing creates efficiencies that save money and time and attract the best trade partners Tony Callahan I recently attended a seminar at a building industry convention where the presenters compared the productivity from the agricultural, manufacturing and construction industries from 1947 to 2010 based on data from McKinsey Global Institute.

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Fit-out work lifts Morgan Sindall to record first half

Construction Enquirer

Morgan Sindall has shrugged off challenging market conditions to deliver a record performance in the first six months of 2023. The fit-out operation which now is the largest on revenue alone drove profit growth at the business. Chief Executive, John Morgan said the firms had now upgraded expected performance for the year based on fit-out work alone.

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SSC Recruitment 2023 for Junior Engineers | 1342 Posts | 16-08-2023

Construction Placements

SSC Recruitment 2023 for Junior Engineers | 1342 Posts | 16-08-2023 SSC Recruitment 2023 for Junior Engineers with 1342 Posts vacancies, the last date to apply for this job is 16-08-2023 The post SSC Recruitment 2023 for Junior Engineers | 1342 Posts | 16-08-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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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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Collett unveils new heavy lift warehouse

Construction Enquirer

Transport and logistics specialist Collett & Sons Ltd has opened its new build Heavy Lift Warehouse at the Elland Depot Complex. The new Heavy Lift Storage Facility boasts an impressive array of features, including: Ample Storage Space: The internal storage area spans an additional 750 square metres to the existing 3800 square metres, providing a secure and efficient environment for storing valuable heavy lift cargo.

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£50M A38 Bromsgrove upgrade to begin ‘within weeks’ despite no contractor appointment

New Civil Engineer

The government has promised the £50M A38 Bromsgrove will begin construction “within weeks” despite not having yet appointed a contractor. The post £50M A38 Bromsgrove upgrade to begin ‘within weeks’ despite no contractor appointment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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RED lands £31m historic Pall Mall office deal

Construction Enquirer

RED Construction Group has been appointed to deliver the £31m redevelopment of 55 Pall Mall. The firm will oversee construction of a new office development spanning 3,271 sq m. The existing buildings will be demolished down to basement level to make way for the new high-quality building, incorporating retail units and office accommodation. The Pall Mall façade will be retained and renovated, with sections being carefully dismantled from site to be cleaned and stored before reinstallation.

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How designers and architects can mitigate flooring’s impact on indoor air quality

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Tarkett North America. By Roxane Spears Chronic respiratory illness, including asthma and allergies, have been on the rise in the U.S. over the past few decades. 1 One influence on the increasing rates of asthma and allergies is poor indoor air quality (IAQ) and the presence of indoor pollutants. 2 Many flooring products have historically been manufactured with chemicals such as ortho-phthalates, formaldehyde, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that, when emitted from

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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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Deanestor lands another deal with Morrison

Construction Enquirer

Fitout specialist Deanestor has been awarded its 16th contract for Morrison Construction. The new project involves the provision of around 6,000 items of loose and fitted furniture for a primary school and community hub now under construction in Aberdeen. This contract for Greyhope School and Community Hub follows the successful completion of Countesswells Primary School – Deanestor’s latest school fitout to be delivered for the same project team.

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All 116 ‘world first’ T-pylons installed by Balfour Beatty for Hinkley Connection Project

New Civil Engineer

Balfour Beatty has completed the installation of all 116 T-pylons for the Hinkley Connection Project to power homes in the south west of England with nuclear energy. The post All 116 ‘world first’ T-pylons installed by Balfour Beatty for Hinkley Connection Project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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ISG cladding pay row takes another twist

Construction Enquirer

Cladding contractor FK Construction has been told to hand back £1.69m to ISG it was awarded in a High Court enforcement of an adjudication decision. The move is the latest twist in a long-running payment dispute between the specialist and ISG. Earlier this year FK won a High Court ruling enforcing an adjudication requiring ISG to pay its subcontractor £1.69m.

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Government and industry leaders outline £100bn energy investment pipeline for next decade

New Civil Engineer

The government and leaders from the energy sector have outlined plans to invest over £100bn in the UK’s energy sector in the next decade across renewables, oil, gas, nuclear and new technologies. The post Government and industry leaders outline £100bn energy investment pipeline for next decade appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Works progress on New Fitzroy River Bridge

Roads Online

Works on the first sections of the deck for the New Fitzroy River Bridge in Western Australia are progressing, with the first segments on track to be installed in September. The Fitzroy River Bridge was hit by Tropical Cyclone Ellie in late December 2022, causing significant damage to the structure which now requires major works. The Fitzroy River Bridge Replacement will include the construction of a two-lane bridge over the Fitzroy River, provision of a pedestrian pathway, bridge approaches to

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Gatwick’s £2.2bn plan to use second runway accepted for examination by Planning Insepctorate

New Civil Engineer

London Gatwick Airport’s planning application to bring its existing northern runway into routine use has been accepted for detailed examination by the Planning Inspectorate. The post Gatwick’s £2.2bn plan to use second runway accepted for examination by Planning Insepctorate appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Morgan Sindall posts record revenue and profit

Construction News

Morgan Sindall’s revenue and pre-tax profit grew to record levels in the first half (H1) of the year, with the fit-out market credited for driving its “outstanding performance”. The listed contractor turned over a record £1.94bn in the six months ending 30 June 2023, up… The post Morgan Sindall posts record revenue and profit appeared first on Construction News.

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The Road Printer: A Futuristic Approach To Highway Construction

The Constructor

The invention of the road printer has changed the way highway construction is done worldwide. A road printer is a revolutionary technology that has made it possible to build roads quickly, with high precision and cost-effectiveness. This futuristic approach to road construction has revolutionized the industry and is quickly becoming the standard for many countries. […] The post The Road Printer: A Futuristic Approach To Highway Construction appeared first on The Constructor.

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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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What to Avoid Saying in Your Construction Job Interview

Construction Placements

What to Avoid Saying in Your Construction Job Interview This blog post provides essential guidance on what not to say during a construction job interview. It offers valuable insights for both entry-level students and seasoned professionals in the construction industry. The post What to Avoid Saying in Your Construction Job Interview appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Revealed: the 29 construction firms that went under in July

Construction News

Small businesses accounted for the bulk of July’s administrations, as liquidations loom larger Data from Creditsafe shows that 29 construction firms went into administration in July – just six more than in July 2022. The month’s toll raises the total number of construction business failures… The post Revealed: the 29 construction firms that went under in July appeared first on Construction News.

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A process of evolution over 60 years of tunnel safety solutions

Roads Online

SICK Sensor Intelligence’s range of tunnel monitoring devices play a much more important role than you may think. Lintu Mathai, Senior Market Product Manager – Analyser, Flow and System Solutions, explains how these devices are helping to make a difference. A ir quality can at times be an overlooked, but crucial aspect to tunnel users. Hazardous gases pose a serious potential risk to the health of both contractors and civilians using the road.