Construction Dive

JUNE 1, 2023

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

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A shake-up in construction of the central section of HS2’s phase one route from London to the West Midlands will see the Align contracting joint venture take over responsibility for a stretch previously assigned to EKFB. The Enquirer understands the changes involve a number of sites in the North Chilterns area where EKFB (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and Bam Nuttall) was main contractor.

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Construction Dive

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There are more job openings than there are unemployed Americans and construction, like many industries, faces a growing need for workers.

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By Luke Carothers Located in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge in lower Manhattan’s historic Seaport, the Tin Building by Jean-Georges is a sprawling culinary destination. While the concept is new—housing multiple restaurants with open kitchens, innovative retail concepts, and a central market—the building itself was constructed in 1907 as the center of the Fulton Fish Market.

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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Construction Dive

JUNE 1, 2023

Admares, a Finland-based buildings and homes manufacturer, will build a 2.5-million-square-foot factory as part of its relocation to the United States.

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Additional upward pressure on materials costs will lead to a permanent shift in prices, according to construction industry sources.

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By Michael Dickey, P.E. (WI, FL, GA, NC), Presto Geosystems Director Civil engineers are responsible for designing resilient urban infrastructure that can withstand the impact of natural disasters, extreme weather events, and changing climate patterns. To achieve this, they must pay special attention to stormwater management, which plays a crucial role in preventing flooding, controlling erosion, and maintaining water quality.

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Construction Dive

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A shrinking labor pool and supply chain delays impact subs’ bottom lines, but the silver lining of the IIJA has gotten shinier.

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By Steve Insley Kings Cross Station became the largest railway station in Britain when it opened in 1852, and today, it remains one of England’s most important historic buildings. The area surrounding the station has a deep history and, despite its decline following World War II, is once again a London hot spot. Over the last 15 years, the Kings Cross neighborhood has undergone an urban transformation.

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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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Construction Dive

JUNE 1, 2023

The facility in Manhattan, Kansas, will ensure the safety of the food supply and is one of just a handful of BSL-4 designated sites globally.

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JUNE 1, 2023

Integrated Health Projects has signed off a £100m deal with Derbyshire Healthcare Trust to design and build two 54-bed mental health facilities. The Vinci/McAlpine joint venture will build the new Adult Acute Care units at the Kingsway Hospital in Derby and in the grounds of Chesterfield Royal Hospital, the former also including a 14-bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 1, 2023

The Montgomery County Circuit Court said the official had operated in bad faith in building the $120 million project 1 mile away from a toll company’s existing span.

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by Luke Carothers The collection of islands that now make up the state of Hawaii have been inhabited by humans for the better part of the last two millennia. The first to arrive did so in wooden canoes that carried themselves, plants for cultivation, and livestock. These first inhabitants found few edible plants that were native to the islands, and began to cultivate the plants they brought with them.

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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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Construction Dive

JUNE 1, 2023

The two new Blach Construction execs were hired from competitor Rudolph and Sletten and global tech giant Cisco Systems.

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Willmott Dixon Interiors is extending its track-record for modernising key Government offices with the refurbishment of the London home of the Department for Education Under the 27-month project, worth an estimated £34m, the Grade II listed Sanctuary Buildings in Victoria will get a phased CAT B fit-out of 12,850sq m. The interior’s firm will create a more modern, sustainable and streamlined office environment that reflects the Department’s adoption of hybrid working practices.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 1, 2023

Despite ongoing concerns about automation in the workplace, robotics focused on safety could also lead to the creation of new jobs, the National Safety Council said.

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Ezequiel Tovar We have been paired with that manager. You know the one I’m talking about. The one who mismanages and is not a good leader. The supervisor who’s a bottleneck for every decision, and makes other people in the firm go through them. These supervisors often give us the sense that they don’t have our best interests in mind, making the working relationship simply transactional.

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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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The Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2023

The Biggest Hurdle for Housing Is Seller Hesitation, Experts Say ldeakins Thu, 06/01/2023 - 11:41 Elevated borrowing costs are currently affecting both homebuyers and sellers, with buyers hesitant to spend and sellers unwilling to list and sacrifice the lower rates they've locked in on their current homes The housing market is currently facing a “chicken and egg” problem, according to Insider , whereby elevated mortgage rates are keeping both homebuyers and sellers sidelined, which is, in turn,

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Project data Location : Lakeside, MO, United States The Bagnell Dam, which impounds the Osage River to form the Lake of the Ozarks in central Missouri, was completed in 1931. The 148-foot-tall, 2,543-foot-long dam has 12 floodgates. Eight water-wheel turbines in the Osage Energy Center, on the north end of the dam, have been on the job for 85 years and today provide reliable, clean electricity to more than 40,000 homes.

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2023

Why Are Developers Building Luxury Condos in Cities Facing an Affordable Housing Crisis? ldeakins Thu, 06/01/2023 - 11:52 While the supply of affordable housing units is falling in America's largest cities, luxury condo development is on the rise Housing developers in America’s most popular metro areas face disproportionately high costs for residential land and strict zoning laws that ultimately restrict the supply of affordable housing.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

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By Luke Carothers Along the Texas Gulf Coast, the construction and expansion of ports is a continually-active process. As one of the busiest corridors in the world for shipping, ports along the Texas Gulf Coast are actively working to update infrastructure and facilities to support a massive flow of traffic. McCarthy Building Companies has worked with a number of ports along the Texas Gulf Coast to do just this.

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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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The Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2023

Here Are the Cities Where American Renters Can Actually Afford to Buy ldeakins Thu, 06/01/2023 - 11:58 Pockets of affordability that offer U.S. renters opportunities for homeownership are few and far between A recent study by Ksenia Potapov, an economist for First American Financial, reveals that the median renter can afford 50% or more of the homes for sale in just four U.S. markets—assuming one-third of their pre-tax income is used for a mortgage with a 5% down payment.

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By Luke Carothers Jon Kramer joined OHM advisors 30 years ago in 1993. Although he had a background in environmental engineering, Kramer joined the firm as a part of their municipal engineering practice, which he describes as a “collection of road, water, and sewer” work. Since joining OHM as an intern, Kramer has risen through the ranks, becoming CEO of the firm two years ago.

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2023

FHA Introduces Plan to Help Mortgage Borrowers With Monthly Payments ldeakins Thu, 06/01/2023 - 12:02 The Federal Housing Administration is working to reduce monthly payments for homeowners struggling to pay their mortgages by introducing a new payment supplement program The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) proposed a plan on Wednesday to temporarily reduce monthly bills for mortgage borrowers who are behind on payments.

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By Mary Scott Nabers Much of the initial attention from infrastructure funding was focused on broadband and electric vehicle deployment. But now, other funding sources are getting lots of attention and bridge repair and replacement is occurring throughout the country. The bipartisan infrastructure bill provided $5 billion per year until 2026 just for bridges.

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Construction Management

The Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2023

Construction Job Openings Are Rising, but for How Much Longer? ldeakins Thu, 06/01/2023 - 12:08 Construction job openings rose in April, but tighter monetary policy could put a damper on the labor market in coming months The count of open, unfilled jobs for the overall economy rose to 10.1 million in April, likely increasing the chance of another rate hike in the months ahead.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

By JoAnne Castagna, Ed.D. It’s the 1940s in Maywood, New Jersey. A new residential community has sprouted up and the homeowners want to beautify their front lawns, so they go to a nearby property to gather some fresh topsoil. Little did they know that they’re helping to plant the seeds for one of the largest and most high-profile environmental cleanup projects in the nation.

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Construction News

JUNE 1, 2023

A college set up to deliver skills for major infrastructure projects is to shut down next month after failing to become viable. The National College for Advanced Transport and Infrastructure (NCATI) was launched by the government in 2017 as the National College of High Speed… The post National infra-skills college to close appeared first on Construction News.

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