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Hunt-Penta JV starts $600M Vegas convention center upgrade

Construction Dive

The expansion project will continue through 2025, and will provide jobs to more than 600 tradesworkers.

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WSP USA’s Todd Semonite Honored for National Security Leadership

Civil + Structural Engineer

SAN ANTONIO, May 9, 2023 — Retired Lt. Gen. Todd Semonite, former Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is the recipient of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) 2023 Golden Eagle Award for National Security. SAME presented the prestigious award on May 4 to Semonite, president of Federal Programs at WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, during the organization’s annual Joint Engineer Trainin

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MSG Sphere price tag increases again, up $125M

Construction Dive

Sphere Entertainment Co. cited the overall complexity of the Las Vegas entertainment project as the primary cause of the jump.

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AEIS Earns American Society for Nondestructive Testing’s Employer-Based Certification (EBC) Audit Program Accreditation

Civil + Structural Engineer

Atlas Evaluation & Inspection Services (AEIS) , providing testing, inspection, and certification for infrastructure projects, has earned The American Society for Nondestructive Testing’s Employer-Based Certification (EBC) Audit Program accreditation, which provides accreditation to organizations that have established internal certification programs for non-destructive testing (NDT) personnel.

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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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Morgan Sindall signs off on £30m Huntingdon school

Construction Enquirer

Cambridgeshire County Council has picked Morgan Sindall to deliver the new £30m Prestley Wood Academy in Huntingdon. The Special Educational Needs & Disabilities School will be located at the heart of the Alconbury Weald and will cater for 150 pupils aged between 3-19 years. The school will form part of the Alconbury Weald Education Campus that will see the addition of a new Secondary School in future phases.

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Achilles makes life easier for infrastructure suppliers

Construction Enquirer

Achilles Information Limited has launched a new product to make life easier for suppliers to the infrastructure sector. Achilles Infrastructure Audit will allow suppliers to comply with three separate UK audit requirements for the construction, rail, and utilities sectors, in one single audit process. Until now, businesses wishing to supply products and services to the three primary infrastructure-related sectors have had to undertake three separate audits – the construction industry’s Co

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SUPPLY CHAIN SUSTAINABILITY SCHOOL CONTINUES TO POSITIVELY IMPACT A SUSTAINABLE UK BUILT ENVIRONMENT, REPORT FINDS

Civil + Structural Engineer

10 May 2023, London, UK — The Supply Chain Sustainability School , a multi-award-winning initiative which represents a common approach to addressing sustainability within supply chains, has today released its 2023 Impact Report. The report surveyed over one thousand of its members across the country to get their thoughts on what is important to their organisation and supply chain, plus offered insights into how the School has continued to positively impact organisations and supply chains, throug

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Contract awarded for £1.2bn high speed railway to connect Saudi Arabia’s Neom city

New Civil Engineer

A joint venture of Webuild and Shibh Al Jazira Contracting Company (SAJCO) have signed a contract worth £1.2bn (€1.4bn) to design and build 57km of high speed railway in Neom, Saudi Arabia. The post Contract awarded for £1.2bn high speed railway to connect Saudi Arabia’s Neom city appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Ideate Software Proudly Sponsors Women in BIM

Civil + Structural Engineer

San Francisco, CA, May 09, 2023 – Ideate Software, an Autodesk® AEC Industry Partner and Autodesk® Authorized Developer, is proud to announce its support of Women in BIM as a Corporate Sponsor. Women in BIM is an organization that supports the development of women in building information modeling (BIM) and digital roles across the built environment.

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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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Komatsu showcases new PC900LC-11 at ConExpo 2023

Equipment World

The 842-horsepower model has increased bucket and lifting capacity, more swing torque and digging force.

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Ways To Keep Your Construction Company Sustainable

Contractor Bookkeeping

Taking steps to create a good foundation in the early days of your business is essential for a sustainable and profitable future. It's rare these days that your prospective leads happen to find your construction business and become a client with no work. Your company has to grab people's attention, turn curious visitors into leads and then convert those leads into sales.

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Firms warned by HSE to prepare for dust clampdown

Construction News

Construction sites face a summer of checks from health and safety inspectors clamping down on dust control. The Health and Safety Executive announced that from 15 May until July, it will visit sites to ensure that employers and workers are using the right controls to… The post Firms warned by HSE to prepare for dust clampdown appeared first on Construction News.

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Resume Tips for Civil Engineering Career

Civil Engineer Blog

Do you need to extend the prospect for you to be employed by the structural design or construction contractor companies? If yes, you’ve got to be told the ways in which to organize well your civil engineering resume. There are such a large amount of things that you just might have to understand so as […] The post Resume Tips for Civil Engineering Career first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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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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Different Types of Plumbing Traps

CivilJungle

Different Types of Plumbing Traps Floor Trap or Nahni Trap A floor trap or Nahni trap is used in the bathroom, kitchen sink, wash basin, wash area, etc places to collect wastewater. As.

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Better safety measures called for following pedestrian bridge collapse in Finland

New Civil Engineer

Calls for better safety measures to be implemented in public areas in Finland came after 27 people were injured yesterday when a temporary bridge in a shopping area collapsed in the city of Espoo. The post Better safety measures called for following pedestrian bridge collapse in Finland appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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7 tips for managing health and safety in construction efficiently

LetsBuild

Workers are your most valuable asset, and the best way to protect that asset is by implementing a high-quality health and safety program. The key to better managing health and safety in construction is steering away from the traditional reactive approach (taking action after an incident occurs). Instead, project managers and foremen must find and fix hazards before they cause injury or illness.

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First permanent use of low carbon concrete mix trialled on Northumberland flood alleviation scheme

New Civil Engineer

Bam, Arup and Tarmac have worked with the Environment Agency to trial the use of two low carbon concrete mixes for permanent works at the Hexham flood alleviation Scheme in Northumberland. The post First permanent use of low carbon concrete mix trialled on Northumberland flood alleviation scheme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Meet Diverge, Hensel Phelps' new ConTech investment company

BDC Network

Meet Diverge, Hensel Phelps' new ConTech investment company 0 dbarista Fri, 05/12/2023 - 11:24 Thai Nguyen, Director of Innovation with Hensel Phelps, discusses the construction giant's new startup investment platform, Diverge. Contractors AEC Business Innovation AEC Innovators AEC Tech AEC Tech Innovation Building Tech Building Technology Joining us is Thai Nguyen, Director of Innovation with Hensel Phelps , the construction management and GC firm that recently launched Diverge , an investment

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At 18 Months, White House Touts Infrastructure Measure Rollout

ENR Construction

Inflation pressures continue to be an issue for projects funded under 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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How To Build Walkable Cities: An Interview With Jeff Speck

One Key Resources

Modern cities are designed more for cars than for people. The result is that most Americans are forced to lead sedentary lifestyles in sprawling auto-centric communities that negatively impact their health , the climate , and the environment. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

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Clean Energy Project Tax Rules Under Climate Change Law Unveiled

ENR Construction

US Treasury Dept. details Inflation Reduction Act investment and production tax incentives that could unlock billions for more domestic manufacturing.

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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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Common Assessment Standard now open to public sector

Construction News

Public contracting authorities are now allowed to use the Common Assessment Standard (CAS) following a government update to procurement rules. CAS, developed by Build UK, is an industry-agreed set of 29 questions and corresponding assessment standards for the prequalification of suppliers. A public procurement notice… The post Common Assessment Standard now open to public sector appeared first on Construction News.

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Corps, State Agencies Prep for Flood Risks From California Snowmelt Runoff

ENR Construction

The meltwater from the record-setting Sierra Nevada snowpack presents a flood danger officials are already planning to address.

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Komatsu showcases new PC900LC-11 at ConExpo 2023

Equipment World

The Komatsu PC900C-11 is a versatile excavator designed for those tough jobs that require high performance.

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At IIJA's 18-Month Mark, White House Touts Rollout of Infrastructure Measure

ENR Construction

Inflation pressures continue to be an issue for IIJA-funded projects.

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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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5 Signs That Indicate Your Grocery Store Is Due For a Renovation

Construction Placements

5 Signs That Indicate Your Grocery Store Is Due For a Renovation Is your grocery store showing signs of wear and tear, or perhaps it's not drawing in customers like it used to? In our latest blog post, '5 Signs That Indicate Your Grocery Store Is Due For a Renovation', we delve into the key indicators that your store might be in need of a makeover. From outdated layouts to waning customer satisfaction, we help you identify the signs and understand why a renovation could be the best next step to

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Simple Ways to Vastly Improve Construction Project Quality

Jobsite by Procore

Successful project delivery is contingent on balancing three fundamental requirements: time, cost, and quality. Any one of these too far out of alignment with the rest can lead to an very frustrated client. Quality is particularly important to deliver on.

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Ranked: Seven innovative noise reduction materials for commercial spaces

Construction Specifier

Photos © Unsplash. By Ryan Shure Many types of buildings are considered commercial spaces. Commercial spaces are often large, bustling structures, required to withstand a high volume of human and machine traffic, more than a residential property. Managing sound transfer into and throughout a large commercial building can present a serious challenge.