Construction Dive

AUGUST 31, 2023

The proposal would allow union officials or other employee advocates to join in jobsite safety inspections.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 31, 2023

ALUM BANK, Pennsylvania — Rocks Village Bridge recently marked the 10-year anniversary of its six-span Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) vehicle deck. Creative Composites Group’s (CCG) FRP composite deck was installed in 2013 as part of a $14 million renovation project managed by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. The 140-year-old steel truss structure connects West Newbury, Merrimac and Haverhill residents as well as several Southern New Hampshire towns, making it one of Massac

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 31, 2023

Employees and managers regularly used a derogatory term when referring to Black workers, the suit claims.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 31, 2023

Millennials Are Willing to Give and Take to Become Homeowners ldeakins Thu, 08/31/2023 - 11:34 While other generations are pulling out of the housing market and waiting for conditions to improve, Millennials are doing whatever it takes to become homeowners Homeownership among the Millennial generation has spiked 64% over the past five years and is still on the rise, despite a combination of factors—from low housing inventory and high home prices to persistently high interest rates—that are makin

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AUGUST 31, 2023

An estimated 3.6 million U.S. workers would become eligible for overtime pay under the proposed rule, the agency said Wednesday.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 31, 2023

AECOM, HOK and Jacobs are also involved in the $1.5 billion effort to modernize the 50-year-old international passenger hub, just one of many upgrades happening at the Seattle airport.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 31, 2023

HUD Releases Additional Rental Assistance ldeakins Thu, 08/31/2023 - 11:52 The Department of Housing and Urban Development is providing new aid to help low-income families keep up with rising rents The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced it will provide more aid for 2024 housing voucher programs to help Americans deal with rising rents.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 31, 2023

Making the switch from diesel brings lower operating and maintenance costs, as well as federal and state tax incentives, according to an industry expert.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 31, 2023

Richmond, VA (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Barricade Building Products, a leading provider of high-quality building materials, is excited to announce its participation in the Builders Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) trade show, at Booth #606, taking place from September 18-22, 2023, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. BCMC is one of the premier trade shows for structural building component manufacturers and framers to learn about the latest ideas, products and trends, from

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 31, 2023

Don Haase will lead the 330-employee division and fills the vacancy left by Wendy Cohen, who is now the company's CEO.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 31, 2023

What's in Store for Home Builders in the Fall? ldeakins Thu, 08/31/2023 - 11:58 A recent uptick in new-home sales signals a strong fall market for home builders The fall season is typically characterized by higher home prices and less time on the market for new homes than the rest of the year, and according to HousingWire, home builders are already bracing for stronger new-home sales in the months ahead.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 31, 2023

NEW YORK — Jermaine Huell has been named diversity transformation lead for the Northeast district at WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy. In his new role, Huell will facilitate the growth of meaningful partnerships between WSP and minority, women and disadvantaged business enterprises; and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 31, 2023

Zillow Releases Bullish Home Price Forecast ldeakins Thu, 08/31/2023 - 12:03 While other firms expect home prices to fall in the year ahead, Zillow predicts steady gains through July 2024 Despite the Federal Reserve’s ongoing efforts to tame inflation in the U.S. housing market, home prices could surge over 6% during the next year, according to Zillow’s Home Value Index.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 31, 2023

Fears of a “catastrophic failure” of a bridge in Bristol have caused the council to bring forward a £50M plan to repair a road network “deteriorating at a significant rate”. The post Council outlines £50M repair plan for road network leading to Bristol docks amid fears of ‘catastrophic failure’ of bridge appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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AUGUST 31, 2023

Approximately 10 years or more is needed for healthcare practice owners to prepare to retire. 1 As doctors become owners of their practice, they may not yet be thinking about retirement, however succession planning should start very early as part of their business plan and then adjusted as time goes on and retirement becomes more than a thought. One ideal method of transitioning into retirement is to enlist a junior partner who also wants to be a practice owner, eventually.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 31, 2023

The government is advising more than 100 schools to close high risk buildings before the start of the new term as it updates its guidance on structures built with a "weaker" form of concrete and follows on from concerns about the use of the material… The post DfE urges schools built using Reinforced Autoclave Aerated Concrete to close affected buildings appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Equipment World

AUGUST 31, 2023

A Portland area contractor has been sentenced to federal prison for a multiyear scheme to evade payroll and income taxes on the wages of his workers.

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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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AUGUST 31, 2023

Upgrades underway on South Wales’ Core Valley Lines will improve capacity and deliver decarbonisation. The post Future of Rail | £1bn Core Valley Lines upgrade to help drive modal shift in Wales appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

AUGUST 31, 2023

The Victorian Government has outlined a plan to deliver a $3.8 billion investment in new trams, as well as improvements to accessibility and travel across Melbourne. The Melbourne Tram Plan’s vision is to make trams more accessible and efficient and details how frequency, capacity and reliability can be improved, while cutting journey times and improving connectivity.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 31, 2023

Extensive repairs to the Mont Blanc Tunnel between France and Italy are set to go ahead from 4 September despite disruption caused by an extreme weather related rockfall in the area. The post ‘Deep renovation’ of Mont Blanc tunnel to go ahead despite ‘very significant’ rockfall appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 31, 2023

A rendering of the Eisenhower Health Cardiovascular Clinic in Rancho Mirage, one of the first projects post-merger. Illustration courtesy Abramson Architects. Abramson Architects, a Los Angeles-based architecture and interior design firm, has acquired San Diego-based Moon Mayoras Architects (MMA). The merger strengthens Abramson Archiects’ legacy of patient-centered healthcare design.

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AUGUST 31, 2023

Swiss Federal Railways SBB has unveiled plans to renovate the double-track Hauenstein Base Tunnel, part of the Basel–Olten railway line, one of Switzerland’s leading rail routes for freight and passengers. The post Swiss rail operator to overhaul Jura mountains’ Hauenstein Base Tunnel appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

AUGUST 31, 2023

The Bendigo and Echuca Line Upgrade is now complete, providing faster and more efficient travel for commuters across both regions. Three new stations have been delivered as part of the project, increasing the reliability and access to trains across multiple communities. Upgrades were also made to 80 kilometres of track, as well as 10 level crossing removals.

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Sustainability 111

Construction Placements

AUGUST 31, 2023

What is Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Why You Need to Know About It This comprehensive guide delves into everything you need to know about Building Information Modeling (BIM), from its benefits and challenges to its applications in various sectors. Ideal for job seekers and professionals in the construction industry. The post What is Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Why You Need to Know About It appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Roads Online

AUGUST 31, 2023

The Australian Flexible Pavement Association’s 2023 EME2 event showcased opportunities in EME2. Key speaker Dr Erik Denneman explains the importance and success of the event. T he Australian Flexible Pavement Association recently conducted the Industry Technical Panel Event 2023, focusing on EME2. Held at the Waterview In Bicentennial Park, Sydney, the event saw an interactive discussion with experts in EME2 technology from across industry around the latest in materials and mix design, manufactu

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Construction News

AUGUST 31, 2023

The construction industry has perennially solved its skilled-labour shortages by looking abroad. But, since Brexit, employing people from overseas has become complicated. Those EU nationals who do not have settled or pre-settled status are now bound by the government’s points-based system along with other overseas… The post Easing overseas-staff hiring appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

AUGUST 31, 2023

Top 25 Technical Interview Questions and answers for a Planning Engineer Job Looking to ace your next Planning Engineer interview? This comprehensive guide covers the top 25 technical questions you're likely to encounter, from project management to software tools. The post Top 25 Technical Interview Questions and answers for a Planning Engineer Job appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Civil Engineer Blog

AUGUST 31, 2023

A variety of different organizations are possible for quality and safety control during construction. One common model is to have a group responsible for quality assurance and another group primarily responsible for safety within an organization. In large organizations, departments dedicated to quality assurance and to safety might assign specific individuals to assume responsibility for […] The post Quality and Safety Control in Construction first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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