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3 in 5 road builders experienced a work zone crash in last year

Construction Dive

Contractors believe more can be done to protect workers and motorists alike, with 47% of respondents to an AGC survey saying jobsites are a greater risk now than a year ago.

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Project cost estimation levels – Construction

Job Order Contracting

Project cost estimation levels depend on the amount of current, actionable information available about the project at a given stage. As a repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build activity progresses and the scope becomes more defined, the estimates become more reliable. #1. Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) Estimate / Class 5 Estimate: Purpose:Used in the early stages of project planning (0-5% project definition) for screening or feasibility studies, often for initial budgeting.

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Florida’s $328M Sanibel Causeway restoration completed

Construction Dive

The Superior-de Moya team has restored the span, which was damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022.

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Thirty years of the CSCS card

Construction News

More than 80 construction workers lost their lives at work in the UK in 1994/95, bringing into sharp focus the urgent need for a new safety regime. In 1995, along with the implementation of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, came the formation of the… The post Thirty years of the CSCS card appeared first on Construction News.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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The top 10 home builders of 2025

Construction Dive

SH Residential Holdings — the U.S. subsidiary of Japanese home builder Sekisui House — moved from No. 20 to No. 6 this year following its acquisition of M.D.C. Holdings.

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Massachusetts GC taps former Suffolk exec as CFO

Construction Dive

Suzanne Roeder, who held leadership roles at Suffolk and Bain, has joined Bond Brothers during a stretch of rapid expansion.

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Work starts on Sheppey leisure centre scheme

The Construction Index

Alliance Leisure and its contractor Etec have began work on a £15m heath and leisure project in north Kent.

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It’s not too late to offset tariffs on existing jobs

Construction Dive

Though increased costs seem inevitable, there are steps owners can take to mitigate potential impacts, even on current projects, write two attorneys.

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Blois Construction Transforms Job Costing and Visibility with InEight Estimate

In Eight

Hear from Blois Construction’s Vice President of Pre-Construction as he shares how his team used InEight on a complex job for Los Angeles World Airports. See how Blois Construction used InEight Estimate to transform job costing and boost visibility by connecting project managers, estimators, engineers, and field crews with actionable data to ensure successful project delivery.

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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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Microsoft Opts to Buy 622,000 Tons of Low-Carbon Cement Products From Sublime Systems

ENR Construction

The Mass.-based materials manufacturer will supply all of the low-carbon concrete from both its existing and planned facilities for Microsoft's upcoming projects.

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From Bid to Build: How Black & Veatch Plans to Use InEight Estimate

In Eight

Learn how Black & Veatch plans to leverage InEight for its large-scale infrastructure projects. Gregg Joyce, Senior Estimator, shares why his team chose InEight Estimate and how InEight supports a seamless data flow from bidding through execution to completion. The post From Bid to Build: How Black & Veatch Plans to Use InEight Estimate appeared first on InEight.

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Mace gets green light to start Natural History Museum project

The Construction Index

Natural History Museum has now officially appointed Mace as main contractor for its new £200m collections centre near Reading.

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HNTB Delivers Proposals with Confidence with InEight Estimate

In Eight

Discover how HNTB leverages InEight’s bottom-up estimating capabilities to move beyond long-standing practices. With InEight Estimate, the HNTB team can deliver comprehensive proposals and ensure every dollar is accounted for, providing clients with unmatched detail and confidence in their deliverables. The post HNTB Delivers Proposals with Confidence with InEight Estimate appeared first on InEight.

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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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Murphy hits 6.3% operating margin

The Construction Index

Murphy Group results for 2024 show strong profit growth despite a slight drop in revenue.

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Straw Waste Turned Into Green Building Materials

Natural Building

Crop straw in many rural areas across China used to be commonly used for cooking or feeding livestock. However, with the decline in rural populations and the increasing prevalence of gas stoves and mechanization in rural China, straw has been become a waste. But now, this waste is becoming a valuable resource. Straw remnants have been repurposed into green materials used in the production of furniture.

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Nuclear and Thermonuclear Verdicts Figure in Insurance Rates and Terms

ENR Construction

Aon reports insurer's growing unease about what they call 'social inflation.

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6 contech startups snare a collective $101M

Construction Dive

Safety and progress tracking, workforce management and decarbonization offerings attracted investor cash in funding rounds this quarter.

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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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Construction Economics for June 2, 2025

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.

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Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) Announces New Director of Talent Development

Civil + Structural Engineer

HOUSTON, Texas Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is pleased to announce that Paula Garcia, SPHR, has joined the firm as Director of Talent Development. In this role, Paula will lead initiatives that enhance employee learning and development, foster engagement, and strengthen culture across LAN and its affiliate, Leo A Daly.

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Supreme Court Declines to Hear Arizona Copper Mine Appeal

ENR Construction

Resolution Copper is planning what would be the largest copper mine in North America at a site in Arizona.

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Six Illinois Engineering Projects Selected for National Recognition Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

CHICAGO The American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC Illinois) has named six Illinois infrastructure projects slated to receive National Recognition Awards at the 2025 American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) national Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) on May 20th.

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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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Government ‘seizes control’ of planning for 2 major reservoirs to fast-track process

New Civil Engineer

The government has seized control over planning approvals for two major reservoir projects, marking the first such intervention by an environment secretary since the 1990s. The post Government seizes control of planning for 2 major reservoirs to fast-track process appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Mace appointed to deliver £126m Natural History Museum research hub

Construction News

The Natural History Museum has appointed Mace as main contractor for its new collections, research and digitisation centre at Thames Valley Science Park in Shinfield, near Reading. Work is expected to begin imminently on the 201m government-funded facility. Construction Newsunderstands the construction contract is worth… The post Mace appointed to deliver 126m Natural History Museum research hub appeared first on Construction News.

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Tenders now open for TAS signalisation project

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the Tasmanian Government. The Tasmanian Government has announced that tenders are now open for construction of the Olinda Grove roundabout signalisation project, which aims to improve safety by reducing traffic congestion. The project, which will be delivered in partnership with the City of Hobart, will focus on the installation of traffic signals on the approach from Mount Nelson to the Olinda Grove roundabout.

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Construction designers named on overhaul of Jersey’s Elizabeth Harbour

New Civil Engineer

Ports of Jersey has appointed construction firms VolkerFitzpatrick and VolkerStevin, working together as part of the Portside alliance, to design major redevelopment works at Elizabeth Harbour in St Helier. The post Construction designers named on overhaul of Jerseys Elizabeth Harbour 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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Works to begin on Leach Highway upgrades

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the Western Australian Government. Upgrades are set to get underway at several intersections along the Leach Highway in Western Australia, one of the key election commitments from the State Government. These upgrades will focus on improving safety and access at three intersections between Webb Street and Vahland Avenue, at Corinthian Road East, Fifth Avenue and Beatric Avenue.

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Morgan Sindall to lead redevelopment of Crystal Palace National Sports Centre

New Civil Engineer

Morgan Sindall Construction has been chosen to lead the extensive redevelopment of Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, aiming to restore the historic venue as a premier home for UK athletics by 2028. The post Morgan Sindall to lead redevelopment of Crystal Palace National Sports Centre appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Demolition contractor chosen for £250m Glasgow regeneration scheme

Construction News

Reigart Contracts has been appointed to carry out demolition on the first phase of a 250m regeneration scheme at Charing Cross in Glasgow. The move marks a step forward for the Charing Cross Gateway project, led by CxG Glasgow Limited. Reigart is due to complete… The post Demolition contractor chosen for 250m Glasgow regeneration scheme appeared first on Construction News.