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Single-Family Home Sales Fall in May

The Pro Builder

Single-family home sales are once again down. According to housing market platform Zillow, there were 619,000 new single-family home sales nationwide in May, down 11.3% from the 698,000 sales recorded in April and 16.5% below the May 2023 estimate. The median price of new homes sold also dropped 0.9% year-over-year to $417,400 due to high mortgage rates causing sellers to lower prices.

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Texas judge puts hold on prevailing wage rule

Construction Dive

Nine months after a Davis-Bacon update raised pay for workers on federal projects, a judge has halted the change.

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Webinar on Demand: Mid-Year 2024 Market Outlook

The Pro Builder

Watch this webinar for expert analysis and a look at the key macro issues affecting the U.S. economy and the housing industry.

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Deere to pay $1.1M over racial discrimination allegations

Construction Dive

The company was cited for allegedly discriminating against 277 Black and Hispanic job applicants at facilities in Illinois and Iowa.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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University of Florida Reclaims Title as Concrete Canoe Champion at ASCE Concrete Canoe Competition at Civil Engineering Student Championships

Civil + Structural Engineer

Students From Purdue University-Northwest Win Surveying Competition, Georgia Tech Students Win Sustainable Solutions Competition PROVO, Ut. — After three intense days of competition, a team of students from The University of Florida was named the winner of the American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) Concrete Canoe Competition, which is part of the ASCE Civil Engineering Student Championships that were held at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah June 20-22 this year.

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The 7th Annual Most Valuable Product Awards: Call for Entries!

The Pro Builder

The 7th Annual Most Valuable Product Awards: Call for Entries!

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Florida contractor brings Pride to construction

Construction Dive

TomCo Solutions founder and LGBTQ+ advocate Tommy Whitehead is working to make the building industry more welcoming to all.

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How Long Does it Take Minimum Wage Earners to Afford a Down Payment?

The Pro Builder

In the current housing market, buying a home is a challenge for many Americans, but minimum wage earners are having a particularly difficult time saving for a house. A recent report from BadCredit.org—an organization with the goal of helping Americans struggling with debt—shows it would take the average minimum wage earner 23.1 years to put a down payment on a median-priced home.

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Trimble Releases Top-Tier R980 GNSS System Delivering Greater Work Productivity for Geospatial Professionals

Civil + Structural Engineer

New system levels up with seamless connectivity, market-leading technology and total confidence in a fully-integrated, easy-to-use solution WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) has introduced the Trimble R980 GNSS system, the newest addition to its Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver portfolio. Building upon premium features available on Trimble’s latest receiver models, including the Trimble ProPoint ® positioning engine, the new R980 adds several new elements including

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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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7 Steps to Successfully Manage a Construction Business in 2024

The Pro Builder

Through the advancement of Artificial Intelligence and other new technologies, the ways in which companies do business is evolving. And in order to adapt, there are a few steps construction companies can take to propel their businesses in the right direction. A recent column in For Construction Pros discusses several ways leadership can adapt to the changing work environment by learning how to retain talent, manage finances, and more.

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BCIS releases five-year construction forecast

The Construction Index

Building costs will increase by 15% over the next five years, while tender prices will rise by 19% over the same period, according to the latest construction forecast data from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS).

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Network Rail’s southern region hit by more landslips than any other

New Civil Engineer

Network Rail’s southern region, which includes the Kent, Sussex and Wessex routes as well as Network Rail High Speed, experienced the largest number of land movements of all the network’s regions in 2023-2024. The post Network Rail’s southern region hit by more landslips than any other appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Contractor fined after teenager exposed to asbestos 

Construction News

A small North East contractor has been fined after a 16-year-old worker was exposed to asbestos. The unnamed teenager was working for P Turnbull Joinery & Building Services Ltd when exposed to the potentially cancer-causing material in June 2021, according to the Health and Safety… The post Contractor fined after teenager exposed to asbestos appeared first on Construction News.

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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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Beard builds new habitat for Bristol Zoo

The Construction Index

Building contractor Beard has started work on a £9.2m contract at Bristol Zoo’s new Central African Forest habitat.

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65 climate organisations demand funded transition plan for oil and gas industry workers

New Civil Engineer

65 climate organisations have penned an open letter demanding the next UK government come forward with a “clear and funded” transition plan for workers and communities that rely on the oil and gas industries. The post 65 climate organisations demand funded transition plan for oil and gas industry workers appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Balfour Beatty recruits new construction chief

The Construction Index

Balfour Beatty has poached Alstom UK managing director to head its Construction Services business.

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Oman spaceport nears construction following MoU with US launch tech specialist

New Civil Engineer

A new spaceport looks set to be operational in Oman by 2027 following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) this week. The post Oman spaceport nears construction following MoU with US launch tech specialist appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Develon debuts its smallest wheeled excavator, the DX100W-7

Equipment World

Develon calls its new DX100W-7 its first wheeled mini excavator for North Americat, but it has features more often seen on larger models.

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Steelwork contractor invests for growth

The Construction Index

Embrace Steel Group, a supplier of steel frame building systems, has announced a £1.5m investment plan to become amajor players in the British construction industry.

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Eight day Kingsferry Bridge closure commences for steel rope replacement

New Civil Engineer

An eight-day closure of the Kingsferry Bridge between the mainland and the Isle of Sheppey commences tonight as engineers replace the next batch of steel ropes in the lifting mechnaism. The post Eight day Kingsferry Bridge closure commences for steel rope replacement appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Inland Rail announces major Victorian construction contract partner

Roads Online

Image/Inland Rail The Inland Rail project has taken a major step forward with the announcement that John Holland will deliver the construction program for the remaining eight sites of the project in Victoria. John Holland has been engaged to complete the Inland Rail Beveridge to Albury (B2A) – Tranche 2 section of the project which includes construction at Benalla, Euroa, Wandong, Hume Freeway – Tallarook and Seymour, and three further sites in Broadford.

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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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Water industry can learn from nuclear to meet AMP8 goals, says planning specialist

New Civil Engineer

AMP8 represents a doubling of capital investment and the start of a process that will deliver the UK’s first new reservoirs in generations. But how can industry scale up to that challenge? The post Water industry can learn from nuclear to meet AMP8 goals, says planning specialist appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Bowman Selected to Provide Orthoimagery Services for the State of Oregon

Civil + Structural Engineer

Reston, VA – Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (“the Company” or “Bowman”) (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure solutions to customers who own, develop and maintain the built environment, has been contracted by the State of Oregon (“State”) to deliver 30 cm (one foot) high-resolution natural color and false color infrared orthorectified digital imagery for the entire state.

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Debate | New approaches critical to effectively navigate the data ecosystem

New Civil Engineer

Decisions are at the heart of engineering and those decisions need the best possible information. More data about the condition of structures can be helpful, but identifying the right data matters. The post Debate | New approaches critical to effectively navigate the data ecosystem appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Importance of Project Management

Civil Engineer Blog

Civil Engineering has many facets, including but not limited to the design, construction, and maintenance of structures and infrastructures. Working in the industry is often a dangerous but worthwhile endeavor and requires a keen aptitude for project management. While production in most industries is a routine matter, civil engineers must consider each project they take […] The post Importance of Project Management first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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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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From one force to another: the vital role of military veterans in the construction sector

New Civil Engineer

As the demand for skilled workers across the construction and infrastructure industry continues to grow, we must look to untapped pools of talent to ensure we can meet the demands of the market – and one of the most valuable, yet under-utilised sources of talent… The post From one force to another: the vital role of military veterans in the construction sector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Tender awarded for Central Arnhem Road upgrades

Roads Online

Image: stock.adobe.com/WITTE-ART.com The Northern Territory Government ’s vision for a two-lane sealed connection for the entire Central Arnhem Road is coming to fruition with a $36.8 million construction contract awarded to local Territory business Allan King & Sons Construction. The Central Arnhem Road corridor is 645 km long and connects the regional centre of Nhulunbuy to the Stuart Highway.

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National Grid seeks engagement on carbon compensation and biodiversity net gain contract

New Civil Engineer

National Grid is seeking market engagement on a future opportunity for procurement of services and ideas to reduce emissions across its portfolio. The post National Grid seeks engagement on carbon compensation and biodiversity net gain contract appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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