Tue.Mar 21, 2023

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Will banking woes drag down commercial real estate?

Construction Dive

Given the current economic climate, the dominant outlook is that things might get worse, but there is a silver lining, writes proptech executive David Bitton.

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The Ultimate Guide to Aerial Mapping: Techniques, Applications, and Benefits

Prodyogi

Aerial mapping or aerial surveying is a type of land surveying method that collects geographical information on a construction site or location using airborne vehicles or satellites. The data is collected using technologies like photography, laser, radar, or remote sensing based on which there emerged different types of aerial mapping; namely photogrammetry, LiDAR, thermal imaging, etc.

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Construction starts rebound on manufacturing, housing strength

Construction Dive

After a massive dropoff in January, new groundbreakings for factories and homes contributed to the bounceback, according to Dodge, but jitters remain.

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New in Autodesk Construction Cloud: 50+ of the Latest Product Releases

Autodesk Construction Cloud

At Autodesk, we want to empower our customers with the right tools they need to embrace and excel in a changing environment. It’s the reason we are always adding more enhancements and new features across our products. To help you keep up with all the new product changes, we’ve compiled all the latest and greatest updates across Autodesk Construction Cloud products including Autodesk Construction Cloud platform, Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, Pro

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Tutor Perini had the most OSHA violations among contractors during the past decade

Construction Dive

Agency officials cited the company more often than any construction contractor in its database over a 10-year period.

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Solar developer to invest over $600M toward Ohio manufacturing plant

Construction Dive

The 1.1 million-square-foot build will utilize 150 union jobs for construction, which will begin in April.

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Sustainable Facilities Management – Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Builds

Job Order Contracting

Sustainable facilities management is the allocation of financial, environmental, and other organizational resources in the most efficient way possible. Attainment of sustainable facilities management involves creating an environment for internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams that fosters productivity, communication, collaboration, and innovation.

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WSP USA hires former Jacobs exec as rail business lead

Construction Dive

Joseph Black’s 30 years of public and private transportation experience will inform his new role as senior VP for the rail operations and service planning team.

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SEPTA Halts $3B Rail Project Plan Amid Cost, Funding Woes

ENR Construction

The King of Prussia rail project would have extended a passenger line by 4 miles and added five stations.

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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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Labor Department seeks to diversify workforce on megaprojects

Construction Dive

The new program will offer free assistance to certain federally funded projects to help them find diverse, local talent.

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Ferguson Extends Commmunity Partnership with IAPMO

The Contractor Magazine

The two organizations urge people to think more carefully about their interactions with water to better appreciate its value.

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Skanska USA hires first mass timber, prefab lead

Construction Dive

Dean Lewis has 13 years of experience in mass timber roles on the West Coast.

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US DOT Awards $95M in IIJA Tech-Related Grants

ENR Construction

Grants are for planning and developing prototype technology projects intended to improve transportation safety, equity, efficiency and innovation.

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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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Transit leaders worry about accessing new IIJA funds, other system concerns in Senate hearing

Construction Dive

While the infrastructure act provided much-needed funds, concerns about smaller agencies’ ability to access them are very real, said one agency director.

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Spurt of North America LNG Projects Get First-Quarter OKs to Proceed

ENR Construction

Bechtel, Zachry Group and KBR are named EPC contractors for the just sanctioned Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast production sites—Bechtel for the Port Arthur LNG facility and Zachry-KBR for the Plaquemines LNG plant.

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Must-Have Features for Skid-Steers in Rental Fleets

For Construction Pros

Manufacturers lay out what skid-steer features should be available in rental fleets.

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Construction Economics for March 27, 2023

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.

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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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The Top 5 Health and Safety Mistakes Most Small Businesses Make

Civil Manage

Small businesses often face a variety of challenges, from managing budgets and cash flow to attracting and retaining customers. It’s simple for business owners to lose sight of the significance of workplace safety in the midst of all this. However, neglecting health and safety can have serious consequences, ranging from workplace accidents to legal and.

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Mexico Seizes Local Vulcan Materials Port Production Facility

ENR Construction

The action stems from an ongoing dispute involving the Birmingham, Ala.-based company, Mexico's government and Mexican cement producer CEMEX.

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How Does Artificial Grass Make A Los Angeles, CA Homeowner’s Life Easier

Civil Manage

Regardless of what stage you’re in life, location, perhaps Los Angeles, CA, or even the way you live, gardens carry primary importance for most people. The mental wellness associated with nature is unparalleled, with the lawn and landscaping serving as the foundation for the natural environment. Natural grass is tough to keep up with, however.

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3 Ways to Win at Construction Budget Accuracy

In Eight

Capital projects don’t come with blank checks. Hence, the need for budgets. And yet, too many projects — even the most successful ones — wind up becoming money pits. Contractors and owners often watch as their projects’ budgets gradually creep, and often soar, past the limits established and agreed to during the planning stage. Though intentions are good at the start, why is it such a challenge to adhere to those budgets?

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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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10 Types Of Fences To Consider For Your Home

Daily Civil

When choosing a fence for your yard, it’s essential to consider the design, privacy, security, and cost of the structure. Because a fence not only provides privacy and security but. Read more The post 10 Types Of Fences To Consider For Your Home appeared first on DAILY CIVIL.

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How to Build an Easy Fence Trellis

Strong Tie

With the launch of our new Outdoor Accents® APRTR rail connectors , we set out to create a DIY project that would be fun and easy to do. A simple fence trellis for climbing plants was a perfect choice and was easily completed in a couple of hours. DIY Garden Bench with Outdoor Accents® APRTA Rigid Tie® Angles Rigid Tie® connectors have long been favorites of customers who use them on a wide assortment of projects, like work benches, planter boxes and outdoor tables.

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Vectorworks Now Has a Direct Connection to NVIDIA Omniverse

AEC Business

Design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. has released an integrated Omniverse Connector, providing Windows users a direct connection to the NVIDIA Omniverse platform for building and operating metaverse applications. The new plug-in connects Vectorworks 3D models straight to Omniverse via the Universal Scene Description (USD) framework, eliminating steps for the import/export process, saving designers valuable time, and streamlining […] The post Vectorworks Now Has a Direct Conne

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Case CE debuts 2 new electric mini excavators at ConExpo 2023

Equipment World

The 3,186-pound CX15EV is available now, while the 4,828-pound CX25EV will arrive later this year. Get an up-close look at the CX15EV in this video.

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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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Risk Management Reimagined: Bringing Innovation to Construction Insurance

Procore

There’s no denying that we live in an era of rapid technological advancement. From the iPhones sitting in our pockets, to the laptops and tablets (not to mention WiFi) we use at work, to most recently, the launch of ChatGPT. It feels like the world is changing, and changing fast. It’s probably hard to imagine that in the midst of all this innovation, some things haven’t changed much—if at all.

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Dodge Construction Reports Total Construction Starts Slip

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Total construction starts fell 27% in January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $865.6 billion, according to Dodge Construction Network. During the month, nonresidential building starts fell 38%, residential starts lost 20% and nonbuilding starts declined by 16%. Comparatively, total construction was 14% lower in January 2023 than in January 2022.

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More than a Dozen New Autodesk Build Releases You Should Know in March

Autodesk Construction Cloud

This month, we’re excited to release feature additions and enhancements to Autodesk Build across admin, cost, document management, project management, quality and safety, and schedule. Check out the latest updates for Autodesk Build below: Admin Releases API | Forms API – C/U/D Cost Management Releases Cost Management | Home Page Reviews Chart* *=features in both Autodesk Build & BIM 360 Document Management Sheets | Filter by Locations and Disciplines (Mobile) Project Management Releas