Construction Dive

AUGUST 2, 2023

Construction technology executive René Morkos says regulations can slow the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence, but can’t stop it from advancing.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 2, 2023

GAITHERSBURG, Maryland – The SFPE Foundation, a charitable organization focused on enhancing the scientific understanding of fire and its interaction with the social, natural, and built environments, is soliciting public comment on four papers focused on strategic cooperation in research and education to advance fire engineering. The four papers were published in July 2023 as part of the SFPE Foundation Grand Challenges Initiative.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 2, 2023

Although infrastructure dollars are flowing, “private developer-driven activity appears to be drying up,” said ABC’s chief economist.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 2, 2023

Why Some Economists Say the US Housing Recession Is Over ldeakins Wed, 08/02/2023 - 11:37 An uptick in pending home sales paired with more stable home price gains may mean that the 2023 housing recession is coming to an end Despite ongoing affordability concerns and a dearth of new listings, home sales rose in June for the first time in four months, inching 0.3% higher despite an anticipated 0.5% decline.

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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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

AUGUST 2, 2023

Unfilled positions dipped about 0.1% from May to June, but that means contractors’ hiring struggles aren’t going anywhere.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 2, 2023

A consortium of Sacyr, Acciona and Plenary Americas has been picked for negotiations to build the span over the Calcasieu River in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 2, 2023

Ceredigion County Council has secured Welsh Government funding for the £31.6m Aberaeron Coastal Defence Scheme where BAM Nuttall is lined up as main contractor. The council has been working on the plans for five years alongside consultant engineers Atkins. Aberaeron is exposed to a wide range of wave conditions with storm waves entering through the harbour entrance causing overtopping of the harbour walls.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 2, 2023

After a fierce debate, the agency voted to require companies to come clean on material breaches and attacks within four business days of determination.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 2, 2023

Amey, ISG, Costain and Osborne rank as construction’s fastest-paying main contractors settling subcontractor and supplier invoices in less than 20 days. Latest returns from submissions to the Government’s Duty to Report on Payment Practices and Performance indicate a slight improvement on past years. But the controversial self-reporting data which is collated and published by trade body Build UK every six months has been challenged by subcontractors because it is based on the number of invoices

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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.

Construction Management

Construction Dive

AUGUST 2, 2023

The Irving, Texas-based company will handle design, construction and capital maintenance on a section of one of the most congested corridors in the Lone Star State.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 2, 2023

A major construction recruitment agency has been bought out of administration. Administrator Kroll has confirmed the sale of PSR Contract Solutions Ltd to PSR Staffing Solutions Ltd. Kroll said the deal will “ensure continuity of employment for PSR’s 1200 staff and temporary workers under the PSR Solutions brand and will provide customers with continuity of supply of temporary workers, protecting them from business interruptions.” Matthew Ingram and Elizabeth Welch were appointed as

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 2, 2023

Mindy Uber, who oversees health and safety for the contractor in parts of the western U.S., hopes the agency will prioritize mental health and its upcoming heat standard.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 2, 2023

House builder Taylor Wimpey’s new home completions plunged by over a quarter to 5,120 in the first six months of the year eroding operating margins by 6 percentage points to 14%. Tightening market conditions and planning system problems saw the number of new outlets opened by Taylor Wimpey dwindle to just 13 outlets from 50 in the same period a year ago.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 2, 2023

(St. Louis, MO) – Summer is a great time for construction work, but a brutal time for construction workers. Excessive heat and sun exposure pose significant dangers, such as sunburn, dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Every year, construction workers become ill on the job and some even lose their lives due to heat exposure. To protect its workers from the extreme summer heat, Western Specialty Contractors manages a heat illness training program and a safety hotline for it

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 2, 2023

First-Time Buyers Face Fast-Rising Prices, Meager Supply ldeakins Wed, 08/02/2023 - 11:11 Entry level homes are becoming less affordable and harder to find in today's high-cost, competitive market High home prices, rising interest rates, and elevated inflation have made first-time homebuying increasingly unaffordable. According to Redfin, first-time buyers must earn roughly $64,500 a year to afford a starter home, a figure 13% higher than a year ago.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 2, 2023

A look at big data and AI in construction, their use cases, and how you might be more familiar with the concepts than you think.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 2, 2023

These US Metros Are Home to the Highest Single-Family Rents ldeakins Wed, 08/02/2023 - 11:31 Popular California metro areas dominated the top spots for nation's highest median rent in the second quarter of 2023 Single-family rental prices skyrocketed to new highs during the COVID-19 pandemic, and despite weaker year-over-year growth from 2022 to 2023, they’re expected to remain high due to increased demand from would-be buyers fleeing a pricey for-sale market.

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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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Construction Placements

AUGUST 2, 2023

HAL Recruitment for Design & Management Trainee | 185 Posts | 22-08-2023 HAL Recruitment for Design & Management Trainee with 185 Posts vacancies, the last date to apply is 22-08-2023 The post HAL Recruitment for Design & Management Trainee | 185 Posts | 22-08-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 2, 2023

Explore the Desert Comfort Idea Home ldeakins Wed, 08/02/2023 - 11:42 Take a virtual walkthrough of the bright and airy living spaces inside the Desert Comfort Idea Home. Take a look inside the D esert Comfort Idea Home built by Brad Leavitt, owner of A Finer Touch Construction , the latest in a series of Idea Homes produced exclusively by Pro Builder.

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Construction News

AUGUST 2, 2023

A London-based M&E specialist with more than 100 employees has entered administration. A spokesperson for insolvency practitioners Leading UK confirmed their appointment as administrators for Haydon Mechanical and Electrical, with letters sent to creditors. In its most recent accounts published in January, covering the period… The post M&E contractor enters administration appeared first on Construction News.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 2, 2023

Smith Douglas Homes Enters Houston, TX Market ldeakins Wed, 08/02/2023 - 11:53 With the acquisition of local builder Devon Street Homes, Smith Douglas Homes is expanding to the Houston market to serve more Texas communities in need of increased housing development Smith Douglas Homes announced on Monday that it has acquired the assets of Houston, TX based Devon Street Homes, a top 30 builder in its local market and ranked the 150th largest builder in the country by Builder magazine.

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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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Equipment World

AUGUST 2, 2023

LeeBoy's 8680 asphalt paver is an "in-between machine" for heavy commercial and state and county road paving.

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New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 2, 2023

Tarmac Kier JV will carry out a refurbishment programme on London’s Blackwall Tunnel southbound next year that will include highway works, cladding replacements and electrical works. The post Blackwall Tunnel southbound to undergo refurbishment works appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

AUGUST 2, 2023

Recochem’s Recosol 195 is the newest addition to its renewable plant-based performance fluids, which are helping to open new pathways for sustainable cold mix asphalt use and production across Australia. A sphalt has always been a mainstay of the roads and infrastructure sectors. It’s use in wider society dates back to 625 B.C, where the ancient Greeks used the material as a sealer.

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CK Power

AUGUST 2, 2023

Fleet managers everywhere are under pressure to reduce their fleet’s emissions. Regulations are tightening. Industry-leaders are making carbon reduction commitments. Some end customers are prioritizing environmental sustainability when evaluating contractors or products. And overwhelming buzz surrounds electrification of infrastructure, transportation, manufacturing — name an industry.

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Construction Management

New Civil Engineer

AUGUST 2, 2023

Flood mitigation work currently underway in Devon is a showcase for how engineers can sympathetically reconnect an artificially managed floodplain to a river estuary. The post Future of Floods | Back to nature approach improves flood resilience in Devon appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Daily Civil

AUGUST 2, 2023

What Is Soil? Soil is a naturally occurring, loose, organic, or inorganic material that lies on bedrock created by rock weathering. Soils are formed by different particles like. Read more The post Types Of Soil And Their Uses appeared first on DAILY CIVIL.

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Civil Engineering Web

AUGUST 2, 2023

In this article, we explain the select tool bar of staad pro, all option of analytic model selection in staad pro such as node selection, beam selection, plate selection, etc. It is a series of Staad pro, Beginner to Advance. Select Tool Bar explanation is the sixth part of this series. In previous lectures of staad.

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