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MasTec closes Rochester, New York, plant

Construction Dive

The country’s third-largest commercial contractor shut down the facility following a pause in work on a major battery factory in the area.

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Hanging from the Rafters: the AEC Industry and the Game of Basketball

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers Sports and athletics play a massive role in American culture and society, and this importance is reflected in the space they occupy within the built environment. For as long as humans have grouped together there have been sports and games. Over time, these activities moved towards the core of society, and were elevated into meaningful acts of community, courage, and spirituality.

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Granite posts lower profits on increased revenue, record backlog

Construction Dive

The California-based contractor continues to work through its old, less profitable jobs, but is booking new ones at a faster rate than last year.

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Hear From Our 2023 Class of Forty Under 40 in Their Own Words

The Pro Builder

Hear From Our 2023 Class of Forty Under 40 in Their Own Words ldeakins Wed, 11/01/2023 - 09:33 We've created an exclusive YouTube playlist featuring videos from several of Pro Builder's Forty Under 40 class of 2023! From company founders to marketing maestros and every maker and shaker in between, the members of this year’s Forty Under 40 class are creating a brighter future for the home building industry. and several of them provided videos about how they got started in the industry, what they

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Toyota to expand North Carolina EV battery plant with $8B investment

Construction Dive

The announcement marks the latest funding the automaker has poured into the facility, which will come online in 2025.

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Startup competition announces 8 finalists

Construction Dive

The companies, which offer solutions ranging from underground utility detection to autonomous layout systems, will compete for the top prize in Cemex's annual tech contest.

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The 2-Year Stadium Construction Project: A Peek Behind the Fast Delivery of San Diego State University’s Snapdragon Stadium

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Martin Jones, senior project manager, Bowman When the National Football League’s San Diego Chargers moved to Los Angeles in 2017, they left behind Qualcomm Stadium. Once the community decided what to do with the site, little time was wasted. Following a local ballot initiative, San Diego State University (SDSU) took ownership of the site in August 2020.

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Boston expands construction safety requirements

Construction Dive

The city will begin to require safety plans, safety meetings and safety coordinators for construction and demolition projects, according to the new ordinance.

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Leading the Movement in Green Transportation: California High-Speed Rail

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers Carrying passengers between Los Angeles/Anaheim and San Francisco in under three hours, California High-Speed Rail is set to become the largest and most sustainable infrastructure project in the nation. Overseen by the California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority), the system will transform mobility in California for the benefit of communities and the environment, and is the centerpiece for achieving the state’s climate and sustainability goals.

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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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Need for skilled AI talent is driving up salaries

Construction Dive

The average listed salary for an AI engineer grew 12% compared to three months ago, reaching $188,000, according to Comprehensive.io data.

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Wellness Begins with the Air You Breathe

The Pro Builder

Wellness Begins with the Air You Breathe kcichowicz Wed, 11/01/2023 - 16:45 ActivePure ® Technology is a patented, proactive air purification technology that cleans indoor air faster and more effectively than passive filtration. Click here to go to ActivePure's website! Enabled Active Wellness Begins with the Air You Breathe Video ID 6340304957112 Video Duration 0:02:07.

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School Begins with Construction Underway

Civil + Structural Engineer

The 2023-2024 school year begins with construction underway on hundreds of campuses…but more will launch during 2024 By Mary Scott Nabers School doors have opened for the start of the 2023-24 school year, with many campuses under construction. Hundreds of planned construction and renovation projects will launch during this school year. In fact, billions of dollars have already been approved for projects that will get underway over the next two years.

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Rail minister says ‘funding is there’ for reopening of abandoned Leamside line

New Civil Engineer

Transport minister Huw Merriman has said “funding is there” for reopening the disused Leamside line in the North East, despite the government removing it from its Network North pledges. The post Rail minister says ‘funding is there’ for reopening of abandoned Leamside line appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

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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Beyond Natural Grass: The Rise of Multi-Sport Synthetic Turf in Modern Facilities

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Brian Wesolowski, P.E., CFM, Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA) In the early 2000s, the Midwest was on the cusp of a monumental shift in sports infrastructure. Traditional grass stadium fields, which had long been the paragon of sporting pride, began to witness significant competition: synthetic turf. This wasn’t merely a swap of material; it was a fundamental shift, a revolution in how sports and community spaces were conceptualized, designed, and utilized.

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Introducing Traqspera Field Management for Viewpoint Spectrum

Viewpoint Construction Technology

See what Traqspera Field Management brings to the Spectrum ERP (HINT: mobile time tracking, geofencing, daily field reporting & more!

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Post-Tension Concrete for Running Tracks

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers Post-tension concrete is becoming an increasingly popular option within athletic facilities, particularly at the K-12 level. Certainly, post-tension concrete is not a new option in the scope of athletic facilities–to prevent cracking on surfaces such as tennis courts and to ensure a longer life cycle– as it has long been used in the United States’ western regions.

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Mecalac launches eS1000 electric swing loader

Equipment World

Based on the diesel-powered AS1000, the new 1.3-cubic-yard eS1000 electric swing loader is part of the e Series of medium-sized electric equipment.

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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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Keeping Score: Compare What You Bid to What You Did

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Matt Desmond, President AGTEK, Vice President Heavy Construction, Construction Management Solutions at Hexagon Estimates aren’t just a “necessary evil” in the process of creating bids and design plans; they also ensure projects stay on track by offering a baseline to compare construction project activity—or a scoreboard—to measure success. Compare the process to sports.

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Fund for Northern Powerhouse Rail could reach £20bn

New Civil Engineer

An extra £8bn-plus could be pumped into the Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) project, bringing the fund to £20bn, the Manchester mayor has said. The post Fund for Northern Powerhouse Rail could reach £20bn appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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4 Essential Steps for Being a Collaborative GC Partner on Your Next Construction Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Matt Verderamo One of my mentors always tells me: “In business—especially architecture, engineering, and construction—communication is the differentiator.” A lot of GCs handle problems the exact opposite way: They don’t trust their Subs So they don’t communicate key information Because they don’t want them to use it against them Which then leads to those Subs: Not trusting the GC Concealing their own information And constantly trying to find ways to “get one over” on the GC It’s really an ugl

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Sizewell C | AtkinsRéalis wins design role while DfT commits £54M to upgrade local roads

New Civil Engineer

AtkinsRéalis is to design key elements of the £20bn Sizewell C nuclear plant while the Department for Transport has committed £54M to improving the A12 in Suffolk ahead of its construction. The post Sizewell C | AtkinsRéalis wins design role while DfT commits £54M to upgrade local roads appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

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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Achieving Balance Among Drive-thrus and Walkable Communities 

Civil + Structural Engineer

by Jill Bahm, AICP, Partner, Giffels Webster Throughout the US, the interest in creating more walkable communities is intensifying. Residents, including the increasing population of older adults, recognize the value of walking and biking for personal health and wellness, and see the larger community benefits of reducing emissions and improving air quality.

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Contractor wanted for £170M marine works at Immingham Green Energy Terminal

New Civil Engineer

Associated British Ports (ABP) has started procurement for a contractor for the marine works at the proposed Immingham Green Energy Terminal (IGET) in a contract worth £140M to £170M. The post Contractor wanted for £170M marine works at Immingham Green Energy Terminal appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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How AI & Data Can Help Traffic Lights Adjust To Evacuation Traffic Patterns

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Tim Menard Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis recently said Florida emergency officials made final preparations ahead of Hurricane Idalia, as cities and counties ordered more than 1.5 million people to leave their homes in preparation for the storm, which rolled onshore in late August as a strong category-3 hurricane. From hurricanes in Florida and all throughout the southeast, to wildfires in the western part of the country, evacuations are a part of life each year and are becoming more irritating fo

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Monolithic Concrete Pours Drive Efficiency For Concrete Contractors

For Construction Pros

How monolithic concrete placements can drive efficiency for today's concrete construction contractors.

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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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The Case for Interoperability

Civil + Structural Engineer

Tom Stemm, Vice President and Category GM of Construction Integrations at Trimble No one can deny the complexity of construction. There are a million moving parts, a variety of stakeholders, and a number of vital details that need to be accurately tracked and managed–from material sourcing to labor availability to controlling costs–in order for projects and the business to be kept on track.

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Contractors shortlisted for Parramatta Light Rail Stage Two works

Roads Online

Major infrastructure providers have been shortlisted for a contract to deliver a new bridge connection over the Parramatta River, as part of the second stage of the Parramatta Light Rail Enabling Works package in New South Wales. The organisations shortlisted for the Request for Tender process include CPB Contractors Pty Ltd / McConnell Dowell Constructors (Australia) Pty Ltd; Fulton Hogan Construction Pty Ltd / SRG Global; and John Holland Group Pty Ltd.

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Empowering Sustainability with GPT: Streamlining ESG Initiatives in the AECO Industry

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Dr. Jeff Chen, Director of Digital Transformation and George Broadbent, VP of Asset Management, Symetri A Symphony of Sustainable Endeavors In the multifaceted and dynamic landscape of the AECO industry, documents form the harmonious melodies of progress. Generative Pre-trained Transformer (GPT) conducts these chords and orchestrates them into a seamless symphony of sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, translating the myriad documents into profound, acti