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Construction Industry Sees Employment Growth in May

The Pro Builder

Employment across the U.S. is up, and with that, the construction industry is also seeing some employment growth. According to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog, nonfarm payroll employment increased by 272,000 jobs in 41 states, as well as in Washington, D.C., during May, compared with 165,000 jobs in April.

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MTA halts 2 more NYC projects in funding fight over congestion pricing

Construction Dive

The pause in infrastructure construction is a major setback for the city’s development, said Carlo Scissura, president and CEO of the New York Building Congress.

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Midwest Engineering Associates joins Fehr Graham

Civil + Structural Engineer

EAST PEORIA, Illinois – Midwest Engineering, a 34-person engineering firm based in East Peoria, merged with Fehr Graham. Midwest Engineering co-owners, Robert Culp, PE, CFM, and David Horton, PE, chose Fehr Graham because the two firms share a focus on providing value and innovative solutions to clients’ problems. “We wanted a partner with similar values and business acumen,” Culp said.

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5 of the biggest apartment projects underway right now

Construction Dive

From an affordable project in Brooklyn to a luxury tower in Honolulu, these multimillion-dollar projects are keeping multifamily developers and builders busy this year.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Unesco to put Stonehenge on ‘World Heritage in Danger’ list due to A303 tunnel scheme

New Civil Engineer

Unesco has recommended that Stonehenge be listed as ‘World Heritage in Danger’ due to the A303 upgrade scheme and is again pushing for an extension to the tunnelled section to mitigate the detrimental effects to the site. The post Unesco to put Stonehenge on ‘World Heritage in Danger’ list due to A303 tunnel scheme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Fresh threats to £1.7bn Stonehenge tunnel plans

Construction News

Keir Starmer has promised to take a fresh look at the controversial £1.7bn Stonehenge tunnel project as United Nations chiefs called for the ancient site to be placed on the List of World Heritage in Danger due to the proposals. The Labour leader told the… The post Fresh threats to £1.7bn Stonehenge tunnel plans appeared first on Construction News.

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6 ways civil contractors can leverage AI

Construction Dive

A consultant in organizational and infrastructure planning breaks down how builders deploy the tech on projects today.

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‘Almost nothing happening’ to incorporate climate adaptation into roads design manual

New Civil Engineer

There is “almost nothing happening” at the design manual level to incorporate climate resilience into the design of roads in the UK, according to a transport consultant. The post ‘Almost nothing happening’ to incorporate climate adaptation into roads design manual appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Manufacturing cybersecurity at heart of new White House guidance

Construction Dive

The increased priority on security comes as more clean energy supply chains face the threat of a cyberattack.

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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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Home Flippers See Increased Profits Despite a Challenging Housing Market

The Pro Builder

While the housing market remains challenging for buyers and sellers alike, recent data show home flippers are seeing increased profits. According to a report from property data tracker ATTOM, 67,817 single-family homes were flipped in the U.S. during Q1 2024. These transactions accounted for one in every 12 home sales from January through March. Additionally, home flippers earned an average gross profit of 30.2% before expenses on homes sold in Q1 2024.

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Biochar shows promise in water pollution battle

The Construction Index

Laboratory testing has demonstrated that a plant-based material used to create a biochar can remove microplastics found in the runoff from roads.

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Here’s Where the Housing Market Is Headed in Q3 2024

The Pro Builder

While the summer months usually see more home sales, the housing market in 2024 has been mired by low inventory, high home prices, and a number of other challenges. Through the remainder of the year, home prices and mortgage rates will likely remain high, according to insight from financial services company Bankrate. However, buyers shouldn't lose hope.

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The Vital Role of Community Engagement in School Bond Campaigns

Wolgast Corporation

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the importance of robust school infrastructure cannot be overstated. A school's physical environment shapes the experiences of students, teachers, and staff alike, affecting everything from academic performance to overall well-being. Yet, ensuring the vitality of these educational spaces often requires significant financial investment, typically through school bond campaigns.

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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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Arup and Foster + Partners reveal designs for four stations of California High-Speed Rail

New Civil Engineer

Arup and Foster + Partners have revealed their latest designs for the first four stations of the California High-Speed Rail. The post Arup and Foster + Partners reveal designs for four stations of California High-Speed Rail appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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8th Biennial Emerging Water Technology Symposium Brings Water Discussion to the Desert

The Contractor Magazine

This year’s EWTS featured thought-provoking conversations relating to water conservation, quality and scarcity, and what action plans could be implemented to ensure safe and sufficient drinking water for generations to come.

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IIT Ropar Recruitment 2024 for Non-Teaching Posts | 41 Posts | 10-07-2024

Construction Placements

IIT Ropar Recruitment 2024 for Non-Teaching Posts | 41 Posts | 10-07-2024 IIT Ropar Recruitment 2024 for Non-Teaching Posts with 41 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 10-07-2024 The post IIT Ropar Recruitment 2024 for Non-Teaching Posts | 41 Posts | 10-07-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Yanmar dealer opens new depot

The Construction Index

Hunt Forest Group, Yanmar dealer for the south and southwest of England, has opened a new “super depot” in Somerset.

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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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Ordnance Factory Nalanda Recruitment 2024 for Graduate & Diploma Apprentice | 03-07-2024

Construction Placements

Ordnance Factory Nalanda Recruitment 2024 for Graduate & Diploma Apprentice | 03-07-2024 Ordnance Factory Nalanda Recruitment 2024 for Graduate & Diploma Apprentice last date to apply is 03-07-2024 The post Ordnance Factory Nalanda Recruitment 2024 for Graduate & Diploma Apprentice | 03-07-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Daily Report Software: The Backbone of Modern Project Management

iField Smart

Construction Daily Report Software: The Backbone of Modern Project Management Construction projects are complicated undertakings with many moving parts, tight deadlines, frequent modifications, and unanticipated difficulties. Good communication and documentation are essential for preserving control, efficiency, and transparency over these complex procedures.

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Re:Construction podcast – Episode 156

The Construction Index

Supreme Court spanner in the works, Blue hydrogen and the 6,000-tonne crane Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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World’s largest Passive House-certified office comes to Boston

Construction Specifier

The project’s 21 floors of office spaces have been Passive House certified. Photo courtesy Handel Architects Winthrop Center in Boston’s Financial District is a Passive House-certified office space, which is the largest office to achieve that certification in the world. Constructed by Handel Architects, the 167,00 million m 2 (1.8 million sf) building has more than 62 stories of offices and apartments.

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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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One in three planning permissions left unbuilt

The Construction Index

More than a million homes with planning permission have been left unbuilt since 2015, according to a new data source.

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Stantec selected to continue providing program management and technical engineering services for Pure Water San Diego Program

Civil + Structural Engineer

The acclaimed water reuse program aims to secure a locally controlled water supply while reducing ocean discharges Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, along with its project partners, has been selected to provide program management and engineering technical services for Phase 2 of the City of San Diego’s visionary Pure Water San Diego water reuse program.

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32 Housing Markets That Are Back to Pre-Pandemic Inventory Levels

The Pro Builder

Following the housing boom in 2022, some regions of the U.S. are beginning to see their housing markets stabilize. As of May, 32 of the nation’s 200 largest housing markets are back above pre-pandemic inventory levels, according to recent insight from the ResiClub blog. National active inventory is up by 35% year-over-year, but the biggest gains are in the Southeast and Southwest markets, with 19 of the total in Texas or Florida.

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NEW PPI BOARD OF DIRECTORS SEATED

Civil + Structural Engineer

Seasoned Industry Veteran Gary Morgan of Borealis Continues at the Helm as Chair IRVING, TX – The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) has announced its new Board of Directors, effective June 1, 2024. PPI is the major North American association representing the plastics pipe industry. “Our board has always exemplified the depth of experience and knowledge that members have counted on within our association,” stated David M.

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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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Breedon trials electric mixer truck

The Construction Index

Materials group Breedon is conducting trials into the performance and potential benefits of battery-electric power for concrete mixer trucks.

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2024 ElevateAEC Conference: Industry Insights and Award Winner Celebrations

Civil + Structural Engineer

Would you like to get a peek at what an AEC firm will look like in 10 years? Are you interested in the current state of AI and the implications it will have on the future of our industry? Get insights on these topics and more at this year’s ElevateAEC Conference to be held at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay in Tampa, FL from Sept. 18-19. This year’s conference is expected to be bigger and better than ever.

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Court rules on dispute between Bouygues subcontractors 

Construction News

The High Court has ordered a tier two contractor to pay £102,000 to a plumbing subcontractor following a dispute about works on a Bouygues-led university project in West Sussex. Mechanical, electrical and plumbing subcontractor J&B Hopkins was appointed by Bouygues as the subcontractor for the… The post Court rules on dispute between Bouygues subcontractors appeared first on Construction News.