Backlog hits nearly 2-year high despite tariff worries
Construction Dive
MAY 14, 2025
Contractors’ expectations for their profit margins grew, but the gains in infrastructure building backlog were erased.
Construction Dive
MAY 14, 2025
Contractors’ expectations for their profit margins grew, but the gains in infrastructure building backlog were erased.
The Construction Index
MAY 14, 2025
Planning Portal data shows a 44% year-on-year increase in planning applications for new homes in England.
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Construction Dive
MAY 14, 2025
Even as a litany of artificial intelligence-based offerings flood the market, experts say their outputs are only as good as the data they crunch.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 14, 2025
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has launched a consultation seeking input from policymakers, industry professionals and civil society groups on the persistent challenges of cost overruns and delays in major infrastructure projects in the UK. The post ICE calls for evidence on why UKs major infrastructure projects overrun appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction Dive
MAY 14, 2025
The company is also making supply chain moves to become more compliant with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement and reduce its manufacturing footprint in China.
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Construction Dive
MAY 14, 2025
CEO Bob Pragada said the impact of White House changes has been minimal and tariffs have provided the firm with consulting and advisory work.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 14, 2025
Costain has been commissioned by Urenco to develop the front-end engineering design (Feed) for a new advanced fuels production plant at its Capenhurst site in Cheshire. The post Costain to design Europes first advanced uranium fuel facility in Cheshire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
MAY 14, 2025
Smart contractors know how long it takes for money to transform from an outgoing expense to an incoming payment.
The Construction Index
MAY 14, 2025
Contractor Clegg Construction has started work on a new Faculty of Health building at the University of Sheffield.
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Construction Dive
MAY 14, 2025
Emerging leaders must be flexible in the face of change while also speaking up for what they need, writes consultant Matt Verderamo.
ENR Construction
MAY 14, 2025
A groundbreaking was held in April for the 395,000-sq-ft center, which is expected to enable the university to increase admission of engineering students by 1,000 a year.
Roads Online
MAY 14, 2025
Image: Inland Rail Wagga Wagga residents in New South Wales will have their first chance to see designs for the three new bridges to be built in the town, with Inland Rail releasing new visualisations for public viewing. The visualisationsshow how the Edmondson Street road bridge, Wagga Wagga Station footbridge also known as Mothers Bridge and Cassidy Parade footbridge will look once completed.
iField Smart
MAY 14, 2025
Reading Time: 4 minutes Introduction Construction projects involve extensive complexities through multiple teams, tasks, condensed schedules, detailed documentation, and stakeholder communication. In previous projects, construction reporting was achieved through manual reports generated daily. This led to errors, delays, and communication bottlenecks.
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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.
ENR Construction
MAY 14, 2025
Google's agreement with Nevada regulators to provide geothermal power for its data centers is the latest step in its quest for carbon-free electricity for data centers and offices in the next five years.
The Construction Index
MAY 14, 2025
Munnelly Group chief executive Phil Munnelly is steeping across to take the role of chairman and be replaced by chief operating officer Paul David Munnelly.
Civil Engineer Blog
MAY 14, 2025
Hardwood has become one of the common trends used in making amazing house floors. If you decide to use hardwood for your floor, you need to ensure that it is done correctly to create an appealing look. Have your floor installed by a trainedexpert is the best way to ensure your floors will be installed […] The post Why you need a professional to install hardwood floors first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
Construction Placements
MAY 14, 2025
The Importance of Concrete Testing in Modern Construction Projects Understand the importance of concrete testing for construction. Ensure safety, strength, and longevity in your projects. The post The Importance of Concrete Testing in Modern Construction Projects appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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ENR Construction
MAY 14, 2025
The King Salman International Airport is an estimated $7.2-billion effort to expand the existing Riyadh facility into the largest airport in the world.
Roads Online
MAY 14, 2025
Image courtesy of AfPA. Tony Aloisio has been appointed as the next Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Flexible Pavement Association. Effective 1 July, the new appointment comes off the back of Aloisios successful tenure as the Interim CEO of the Association. ] Image courtesy of AfPA. Rob Mcguire, AfPA Board Chair, says the board is confident that Aloisio is the right person to lead AfPA into its next phase of growth and development.
The Constructor
MAY 14, 2025
Imagine a building that reshapes itself in real timeits skin pulsing with light, opening to let in a breeze, or sealing tight against heat, all without a single moving part in the traditional sense. Welcome to the world of magnetized steel skins, one of the most exciting and disruptive innovations in architecture today.
The Korte Company
MAY 14, 2025
At The Korte Company, we dont just talk about Build Smart. We live it. We teach it. And most importantly, we learn it. That mindset was on display during the 2025 PE Squad Summit held in early 2025 in St. Louis. A sharp, seasoned group of project engineers came together for two days of hands-on collaboration, technical training and straight-shoot problem solving.
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The Construction Index
MAY 14, 2025
Remediation binder supplier SMR UK has a new product that is described as a sustainable alternative to excavation and landfill disposal.
ENR Construction
MAY 14, 2025
East Construction Views provides insights and analysis on the breaking news, trends, and projects taking place in the construction and design industry of the eastern United States.
The Construction Index
MAY 14, 2025
Teesside University has new programme to create quantity surveyors specifically for the house-building sector.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 14, 2025
The post Why Gated Community Access Control is Critical for Modern Developments appeared first on UK Construction Blog. With the rise of private estates, luxury housing developments, and purpose-built residential complexes, gated communities have become a fixture of the housing landscape. These communities offer enhanced privacy, a sense of exclusivity, and most importantly, improved safety.
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Fleis & VandenBrink
MAY 14, 2025
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Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 14, 2025
CLEVELAND, OHIO www.mbma.com: The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) just released the fifth full-length video in its Travels with Tony series. This 2 minute and 58 second presentation brings Tony Bouquot, MBMA general manager, to two craft breweries in Texas that use metal building systems. Meanwhile Brewing Company in Austin and Vista Brewing in Driftwood each have two metal buildings housing their breweries and tasting areas.
Construction News
MAY 14, 2025
Industrial contractor Altrad Services almost doubled its pre-tax profit last year, despite booking a provision of more than 90m for potential asbestos-related claims. The latest annual accounts for the South Yorkshire-headquartered firm the UK subsidiary of France-based Altrad show a pre-tax profit of… The post Profit rises at Altrad amid asbestos-claims warning appeared first on Construction News.
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