Construction Dive

MAY 6, 2025

The new Terminal F will be double the size originally planned after American Airlines increased its investment.

Construction Specifier

MAY 6, 2025

79 W. Monroe, built in 1905, will undergo a renovation project that involves converting seven floors into 117 residential units. Photo courtesy Ware Malcomb The historic 14-story masonryhigh-rise known as the Rector Building, located in The Loop of Downtown Chicago, is set for a transformative renovation. 79 W. Monroe, built in 1905, is the oldest surviving commercial structure designed by Chicago architect Jarvis Hunt.

Historic Preservation

UK Construction Blog

MAY 6, 2025

The post Whats the Difference Between a Chimney Flue and a Flue Pipe? A Simple Guide for UK Homeowners appeared first on UK Construction Blog. When youre planning to install a wood burning stove or update an existing fireplace, youll quickly encounter two important terms: chimney flue and flue pipe. They might sound similar, but they play very different roles in your heating system.

Fire Protection System Installation

Construction Dive

MAY 6, 2025

The framework for environmental reviews is shifting as federal agencies revise or develop their own implementing regulations, according to attorney Alexaida Collet.

Permits

Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

Approvals

UK Construction Blog

MAY 6, 2025

The post Herringbone Vinyl Flooring: The Luxurious Look of Wood Without the Maintenance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Herringbone vinyl flooring combines the elegant, timeless zigzag pattern of traditional parquet with modern durability and water resistance, making it perfect for moisture-prone areas like kitchens and bathrooms.

Maintenance

Construction Dive

MAY 6, 2025

Some clients are awaiting “market clarity and cost certainty” before making final investment decisions, new CEO Jim Breuer said in an earnings call.

New Civil Engineer

MAY 6, 2025

Network Rail has submitted a new planning application to replace two level crossings with a stepped-only Flow bridge in Kent after admitting its previous design for a ramped footbridge was too costly. The post Flow bridge with no disabled access proposed in Kent as previous ramped design too costly appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Ramps

Construction News

MAY 6, 2025

A window manufacturing firm in Sheffield has been fined after a 19-year-old worker lost parts of two fingers in a cross-cut saw incident. Ford Windows Ltd was ordered to pay a 100,000 fine plus costs following a hearing at Sheffield Magistrates Court on 28 April,… The post Window manufacturer fined after teenage worker injured appeared first on Construction News.

New Civil Engineer

MAY 6, 2025

ScottishPower has begun work on what will be the UKs largest offshore windfarm with the record-breaking monopile installation. The post ScottishPower begins construction of UKs largest offshore windfarm appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering

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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.

Construction Equipment

UK Construction Blog

MAY 6, 2025

The post Site Managers Slash Downtime With Rapid Waste Services appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Are you struggling with site downtime due to waste buildup? As a site manager, you know delays can cost thousands. Rapid waste services are your solution to keep projects on track. Waste accumulation slows operations, but swift removal minimizes disruptions.

Material Handling

Construction News

MAY 6, 2025

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) is due to consider whether to reappoint the same contractor as it looks to restart a stalled railway scheme that is 70 per cent complete. Work to build White Rose Station, close to White Rose business park and White… The post Authority mulls reappointing contractor to stalled Leeds rail station appeared first on Construction News.

Prodyogi

MAY 6, 2025

A trench fill foundation is a type of shallow foundation where a trench is excavated and almost entirely filled with concrete, typically up to 150 mm below ground level. Unlike traditional strip footings, trench fill avoids bricklaying below ground, making the construction quicker and simpler. This foundation type is ideal for small domestic structures like homes, sheds, and garages.

Construction News

MAY 6, 2025

Construction activity is showing signs of having turned a corner, buoyed by a surge in housebuilding, according to the latest industry analysis. In the May 2025 edition of its construction index, Glenigan found activity had picked up pace in the three months to April, with… The post Project starts fuelled by upsurge in housebuilding appeared first on Construction News.

Contracts

Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.

Risk Management

ENR Construction

MAY 6, 2025

Lawsuits allege engineers were negligent in their design of temporary structural supports which led to the bridge's collapse in Clay County, Mo.

Engineering

New Civil Engineer

MAY 6, 2025

West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin has called on the government to approve 1bn funding in the upcoming Spending Review to get construction of the 2.5bn Leeds-Bradford tram started by 2028. The post Mayor calls for 1bn to get construction for Leeds-Bradford tram started by 2028 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Approvals

Construction News

MAY 6, 2025

Ex-employees of Bowie Construction have been awarded payouts by an employment tribunal. Twelve workers brought the claim against the former groundworks specialist, which went into administration in June 2024, on the basis that it did not hold a formal consultation process. The company ceased trading… The post Former employees win tribunal claim against defunct groundworks firm appeared first on Construction News.

New Civil Engineer

MAY 6, 2025

Excavation work on the Italian portion of the Brenner Base Tunnel, slated to become the worlds longest railway tunnel, has been completed, marking a significant milestone in the cross-Alpine rail project. The post Excavation completed on Italian side of Brenner Base Tunnel appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Engineering

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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.

Construction Equipment

Construction Placements

MAY 6, 2025

Higher Education ROI Calculator Quickly estimate your return on investment for higher education in India with region-based expenses, salary forecasts, and breakeven timing. The post Higher Education ROI Calculator appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

Estimating

Construction News

MAY 6, 2025

James Farr, director at post-16 skills and training consultancy Think In the construction industry, facing complex challenges is part of the daily routine, whether its managing budgets, navigating supply chains or ensuring a project is built to the highest standard. But theres another pressing puzzle… The post How to fix constructions skill pathways appeared first on Construction News.

Project Management Consulting

For Construction Pros

MAY 6, 2025

When used in combination with data and analysis, let's talk about how customer stratification can help sort equipment rental customers to increase profits.

Construction Law

MAY 6, 2025

Companies can escape prosecution for criminal conduct if they promptly notify the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) when they identify evidence of bribery, fraud or other corporate crime in their own organisations and cooperate fully with resultant investigations, the SFO has announced in a major policy change. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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

New Civil Engineer

MAY 6, 2025

Extensive maintenance and upgrade works on the Kessock, Forth Road, and Tay Road Bridges between 2025 and 2026 have taken steps forward, with Spencer Bridge Engineering appointed to help safely secure vital Scottish transport links. The post Contracts awarded to upgrade three major Scottish bridges appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Contracts

Civil Digital

MAY 6, 2025

Finding a good freelance AV engineer sounds easy… until its not.Maybe youve posted a job ad before. Maybe youve spent hours trying to hire engineers for your event, office setup, or ongoing support and ended up frustrated.Heres the truth: getting the right AV person at the right time is trickier than it looks. When. Read more The post Freelance AV Engineer Services Made Simple appeared first on CivilDigital.

Engineering

Construction Law

MAY 6, 2025

Cheryl Ferguson of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP examines a recent TCC decision. Given the technical complexity involved, construction disputes of this nature can benefit from ADR approaches, she suggests. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

The Construction Index

MAY 6, 2025

Innovative tracked carrier manufacturer among 2025 King’s Award for Enterprise recipients Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Construction Law

MAY 6, 2025

Catriona McCorry of DAC Beachcroft , a Member of the Forum of Insurance Lawyers Professional Indemnity Sector Focus Team, outlines the key changes to building safety legislation in Northern Ireland introduced by the Defective Premises Act (Northern Ireland) 2024. Its impact on construction is highlighted by the recent group action in the case of Ulster Garden Villages & Others v Farrans (Construction) Limited & Others.

Construction News

MAY 6, 2025

This story was written with AI assistance from Harmsworth Who is Harmsworth? Moat Homes has launched a 504m procurement for repairs and maintenance across its housing portfolio, using a collaborative contracting model to support long-term strategic partnerships. The appointed contractor will carry out responsive repairs,… The post Moat seeks long-term maintenance partner on 504m housing contract appeared first on Construction News.

Maintenance

Construction Law

MAY 6, 2025

Alexandra Holsgrove and Corinna Whittle of TLT explain how climate conscious drafting of contract clauses can contribute to the climate change battle. Contracts as well as technical documents can include specific climate obligations. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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