Mon.Jun 10, 2024

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Data Show More Gen Zers Are Entering the Construction Workforce

The Pro Builder

Data Show More Gen Zers Are Entering the Construction Workforce csweeney Mon, 06/10/2024 - 11:53 During a seven-year period, the share of construction workers aged 25 and younger increased to more than 10% While the median age of construction workers in the U.S. is 42, recent insight from the National Association of Homebuilders’ Eye On Housing blog indicates more members of Generation Z are entering the industry.

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Data centers, retail lead construction planning

Construction Dive

While certain construction sectors saw growth, the value of newly signed design contracts dipped slightly as owners remain hesitant to commit to new work, the American Institute of Architects said.

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Zweig Group Research Participation

Civil + Structural Engineer

Looking for ways to contribute to Elevating the AEC industry? Consider contributing your input to one or more of Zweig Group’s research surveys. Survey participation is open year-round, and those who choose to participate will receive discounts to Zweig Group Research Publications, and participating in certain surveys will earn you a discount on attendance to Zweig Group Events or Learning Opportunities.

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PCL breaks ground on phase 2 of Scotiabank Arena renovations

Construction Dive

The firm will overhaul a section of the concourse and upgrade amenities on the $350 million renovation of the home of the Toronto Raptors and Maple Leafs.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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How unpiloted systems are changing the landscape for civil and structural engineers

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Josh Rayburn Unpiloted systems continue transforming civil and structural engineering by improving efficiency, accuracy, and safety while empowering civil and structural engineers to control costs. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, have captured much of the conversation. However, they are just one part of the equation. The construction industry is constantly looking for solutions to increase efficiency.

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The Walker School Building

Civil + Structural Engineer

Standing in front of the Walker School Building in Walker, Missouri (now home to Northeast Vernon County High School or NEVC), the marks of time and use are clearly written on its face and the surrounding town. However, these marks of wear are pushed into the background by a constant flow of youthful energy–with sidewalks, floors, stairs, and walls covered in its colorful expression.

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How construction escrow helps keep payments safe from cybercrime

Construction Dive

These types of accounts help contractors, lenders and suppliers protect funds from online fraud while keeping a project on schedule, writes title expert Michael Stump.

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10 New Building Product Picks From the May/June Issue of Pro Builder

The Pro Builder

Whether it's enhancing outdoor living spaces or insulating building foundations, these new product releases should be on your radar.

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Invisible threat: Combatting indoor air pollution in buildings

Construction Dive

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

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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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Preparing for Launch: Replacing a Key Piece of Space Infrastructure

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers While space flight is an endeavor that allows us to explore reaches further and further away from the planet we call home, the ability to explore the stars relies on key pieces of infrastructure on the ground. Last Fall, the first phase of a two-phase bridge replacement project at Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) was completed.

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SMRs ‘too expensive, too slow, and too risky’ according to US think tank

New Civil Engineer

Investment in and development of renewable energy projects should take priority over small modular reactors (SMRs) because they are reliable, according to US-based think tank the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA). The post SMRs ‘too expensive, too slow, and too risky’ according to US think tank appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The allowlist

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Katelyn Dover This cybersecurity strategy ensures you’ll never miss important emails. The digital dance of email is a choreography we’re all trying to get the groove of. Email regulations and sender guidelines have drastically changed over the last few years, and with the growing adoption of artificial intelligence, getting what you need, and nothing you don’t is a bit overwhelming.

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Peter Fabris

The Pro Builder

Peter Fabris rbinsacca Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:15 Peter Fabris is a Boston-based freelance writer with decades of experience covering the housing and related industries.

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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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Zweig Group’s 2024 Rising Stars In the AEC Industry

Civil + Structural Engineer

The Start of Celebration: Zweig Group’s 2024 Class of Rising Stars An introduction by Kyle Ahern, Employee Experience and Data Strategist, Zweig Group The announcement of Zweig Group’s 2024 class of Rising Stars marks the start of my favorite time of the year—award season. This is the time of the year where we begin our annual tradition of honoring and celebrating the amazing accomplishments of people and firms who are Elevating the AEC industry.

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States Seeing a Jump in Active Home Listings

The Pro Builder

States Seeing a Jump in Active Home Listings csweeney Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:08 Sun Belt states are seeing increased housing inventory compared with the Midwest and Northeast Across the U.S., active home listings are on the rise. According to the ResiClub blog, national active listings rose more than 35% between May 2023 and May 2024. However, these rates vary significantly by region.

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A Season of Celebration: Attend the 2024 ElevateAEC Conference & Awards Gala

Civil + Structural Engineer

The opening of the 2024 ElevateAEC Conference & Awards Gala is just over three months away, and we are excited to host you in sunny Tampa Bay, Florida, September 18-19. This year’s agenda is jam packed with events designed to help AEC professionals network, learn, and celebrate in a format bigger and better than ever. As the largest in-person gathering of industry leaders and award-winning firms, the ElevateAEC Conference & Awards Gala is Zweig Group’s flagship event—built around their v

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The Average Price per Square Foot of a Home in the US Continues to Grow

The Pro Builder

The Average Price per Square Foot of a Home in the US Continues to Grow csweeney Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:17 From 2019 to 2024, the average price per square foot grew more than 50%, with some metros seeing even higher increases The price per square foot of homes is a metric often overlooked by buyers who typically focus on the home’s total size, list price, and location.

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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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Building True Service Partnerships

Civil + Structural Engineer

Fabric building companies offer several services to help ensure successful facility projects. By Eric Donnay, Legacy Building Solutions Decades ago, acquiring a tension fabric structure didn’t require much of a process. Most manufacturers offered fabric structures with predetermined dimensions, and building users essentially chose the standard size offering from the menu that came the closest to fitting their needs.

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Homebuying Sentiment Hits Record Low

The Pro Builder

Homebuying Sentiment Hits Record Low csweeney Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:27 Only 14% of prospective buyers believe it’s a good time to purchase a home Sentiment among homebuyers is down. According to recent research from mortgage financing provider Fannie Mae, the Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) dropped by 2.5 points in May 2024 to 69.4. Currently, consumer attitudes toward homebuying conditions are at a record low, with just 14% of consumers believing it's a good time to buy a home.

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No one’s left in the dark 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Automation and data synchronization light the way to tunnel success By Mary Jo Wagner As a tunnel surveyor with Eiffage, a French civil engineering construction company, Christophe Poloni knows a thing or two about uncertainty. “I’ve worked on many underground projects and the one thing they have all had in common is the uncertainty of not knowing what we would find,” says Poloni.

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Arcadis raises inflation forecasts as contractors get bogged down

The Construction Index

While consumer price inflation in the UK appears to be returning to a more normal level, construction tender prices will continue to escalate, it seems.

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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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Addressing the Microclimate

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers Neetha standing in front of the Austin TX city skyline. Neetha Vasan is a Senior Microclimate Scientist and Associate at Rowan William Davies & Irwin (RWDI) LLC, who specializes in building engineering with a focus on assessing the aerodynamic and wind resistant properties of construction projects. Using state-of-the-art software and modeling, Vasan helps city planners and the real estate development industry create wind and climate-responsive buildings and outdoor spaces.

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Merchants' first-quarter takings down 7.2%

The Construction Index

The latest Builders Merchant Building Index report reveals builders’ merchants’ takings were down 7.2% in the first quarter of the year, compared to Q1 2023.

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Key Bridge Reconstruction: Engineers Look to AI, Machine Learning to Accelerate Rebuild Timeline

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Arnab Ghosh, Global Sales Engineering Director at Accuris The collapse of the historic Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore in March has left the city and nation grappling with the daunting task of reconstruction. More than a symbolic loss, the bridge’s destruction has disrupted a critical link in the eastern corridor’s supply chain, guaranteed to cause havoc on both business operations and daily life within the region.

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Mountain pass in Wyoming suffers ‘catastrophic’ collapse and mudslides

New Civil Engineer

The Teton Pass in Wyoming, USA has suffered a “catastrophic failure” that has seen a significant chunk of the road collapse, leaving it untraversable. The post Mountain pass in Wyoming suffers ‘catastrophic’ collapse and mudslides 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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How Asset Management Can Support a Secure Water Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

By John Clow, MentorAPM co-founder and COO The extreme weather risk to clean water infrastructure is up— way up. According to the National Centers for Environmental Information of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the number and cost of weather and climate disasters in the US have increased dramatically over the last 44 years—rising from three events in 1980 at a cost of less than $80 billion, to 28 events in 2023 at a cost of $600 billion (costs adjusted for inflation)

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Volvo launches L110H, L120H wheel loaders

Equipment World

Volvo has overhauled its popular workhorse midsize wheel loaders, the 20-ton L110H and L120H, with a new engine and more technology.

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How Yates Construction Connected Data for Efficient, Collaborative, and Profitable Project Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Jon Fingland, Vice President and Category General Manager at Trimble Despite significant strides in digital transformation, siloed data remains a major roadblock in the construction industry. Many contractors who have adopted technology find that disconnected systems prevent data sharing and collaboration. This issue is amplified when subcontractors, project owners, and other stakeholders each have their own technology stacks.