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Finding the Right Construction Technology Solutions for Your Project

Construction Placements

Finding the Right Construction Technology Solutions for Your Project Selecting the right construction technology is crucial for project success. Learn how to identify, evaluate, and implement the best solutions for your construction needs. The post Finding the Right Construction Technology Solutions for Your Project appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Microsoft plows $3.3B into data center at former Foxconn site

Construction Dive

The software giant, which previously committed $1 billion to the project, has increased its promised expenditure amid a surge of data center activity.

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The Rise of Electrical Engineers in Transportation Signals Industry Shift

Civil + Structural Engineer

As technology becomes more advanced and sophisticated in transportation, a new trend is emerging: the need for electrical engineering. Despite being fewer in number compared to civil engineers, the role of electrical engineers in transportation is becoming more prominent, and DRMP is at the forefront. The presence of electrical engineers in the transportation sector is not just important, it’s crucial.

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From good to great: How to keep talent and elevate team performance

Construction Dive

When the labor shortage makes it challenging to find new talent, impactful steps can be taken to unveil the hidden potential within your current team.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Race, Religion and Real Estate: A Conversation with Donald King

Build LLC Blog

BUILD sits down with Donald King to discuss his Nehemiah Initiative, community-driven design, gentrification, and the importance of the Black church. The post Race, Religion and Real Estate: A Conversation with Donald King appeared first on BUILD Blog.

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The Impact of Policy on Residential Electrification

The Pro Builder

The Impact of Policy on Residential Electrification csweeney Mon, 05/20/2024 - 13:19 Study shows significant variation in states’ use of electricity Nearly one-fifth of the nation’s carbon dioxide emissions come from the residential sector, and with that, many are reconsidering ways to reduce emissions. The conversion of on-site fossil fuel use to electricity for households has been a major topic of conversation across the U.S., with both state and local governments choosing to make it a priorit

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Kaiser nixes planned $500M Seattle med tower build, looks to sell property

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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‘Rentvesting’ Grows in Popularity as Housing Prices Climb

The Pro Builder

‘Rentvesting’ Grows in Popularity as Housing Prices Climb csweeney Mon, 05/20/2024 - 14:30 72% of Millennials and Gen Z would buy property in a different state from the one they live in As high housing prices continue to be a challenge, Generation Z and Millenials are exploring new ways to buy a home. A term dubbed “rentvesting” has become a growing trend among young Americans as it allows them to rent in their preferred location while investing in property in a more affordable part of the count

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How to gain an advantage in your MEP existing conditions documentation workflow

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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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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C.W. Driver Completes Creative Office Space in Santa Monica for Redcar Properties

Civil + Structural Engineer

The mixed-use, three-story office building spans two wings of glass and concrete offering 65,000 square feet of new commercial space SANTA MONICA, Calif. – C.W. Driver Companies , a leading builder serving California since 1919, today announced the completion and opening of 1650 Euclid Street in Santa Monica, a three-story office complex offering tenants 65,000 square feet of high-end commercial space.

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Jacobs taps semiconductor vet as CFO in abrupt leadership change

Construction Dive

Venk Nathamuni will succeed interim Kevin Berryman, who stepped in after Claudia Jaramillo left the job just eight months into the role.

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Which US Cities Are Seeing the Most New-Construction Homes?

The Pro Builder

Which US Cities Are Seeing the Most New-Construction Homes? csweeney Mon, 05/20/2024 - 10:38 Texas metros top list of cities with high rates of new construction but not of cities with highest sales prices for new-construction homes With housing costs on the rise, new-construction homes are needed to help alleviate housing demand. But some U.S. metropolitan areas are seeing higher rates of new construction than others, according to recent findings from financial technology company SmartAsset.

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Diversity & Inclusion Can Bring Operators to the Industry

For Construction Pros

Caterpillar celebrates female operators at first-ever event.

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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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Gleeds named project manager for new Leighton Hospital

The Construction Index

Property and construction consultant Gleeds has been named project manager for the £720m redevelopment of Leighton Hospital in Crewe.

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TBM breaks through after 220m drive under River Tees for £155M pipeline project

New Civil Engineer

Northumbrian Water, principal contractor Farrans and subcontractor Joseph Gallagher have celebrated the breakthrough of their tunnel boring machine (TBM) after a 220m drive under the River Tees. The post TBM breaks through after 220m drive under River Tees for £155M pipeline project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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2 Volvo Mid-Size Wheel Loaders Get New Engines, Makeover

For Construction Pros

Available summer 2024, the 20-ton L110H and L120H will incorporate new Volvo engines and upgraded electronics. Both will continue to be built at Volvo’s North American headquarters in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania.

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Nuclear Waste Services engages market on £1.5bn contracts for geological disposal facility

New Civil Engineer

Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) is engaging the market on over £1.5bn worth of contracts for an architect engineer and owners engineer for the development of geological disposal facility (GDF) for the long-term storage of nuclear waste. The post Nuclear Waste Services engages market on £1.5bn contracts for geological disposal facility 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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Honey plans Maltby estate

The Construction Index

Housebuilder Honey has submitted plans to build a £46m housing estate in south Yorkshire.

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Percentage of women in construction hits new post-Covid low

Construction News

More women than men have left construction careers over the past year, according to the latest official figures. The proportion of women in construction careers has steadily declined over the past year, leading an overall downward trend in the number of people employed in the… The post Percentage of women in construction hits new post-Covid low appeared first on Construction News.

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DESNZ opens bids for £500M energy and net zero professional services framework

New Civil Engineer

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is seeking suppliers to join its £500M Energy and Net Zero Professional Services framework. The post DESNZ opens bids for £500M energy and net zero professional services framework appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Video: Develon’s First “X” Model Excavator, the DX225LC-7X

Equipment World

The “X” on the 52,000-pound model stands for electrohydraulic control for running advanced machine guidance and control. Watch at EquipmentWorld.

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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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Port of Dover alerts contractors to £400M civils, buildings and utilities opportunities

New Civil Engineer

The Port of Dover has alerted the market that it is preparing a framework for civils, marine civils, utilities and building services that has an estimated value of £400M across four years. The post Port of Dover alerts contractors to £400M civils, buildings and utilities opportunities appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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SAMI: Future proofing communities

Roads Online

Using renewable energies is part of SAMI Bitumen Technologies’ sustainability strategies to reduce the carbon footprint of the company’s Laverton facility in Victoria. Image: SAMI Bitumen Technologies. An insight into the SAMI Bitumen Technologies’ ethos for community support and sustainability. As Sebastien Chatard – General Manager and Dr. Hamidreza Sahebzamani – Technical Services Manager write. “S ustainability” is a multifaceted concept reflecting our collective aspiration for leading

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A12 Margaretting Bypass carriageway reconstruction £10M over budget amid delays

New Civil Engineer

The £65M A12 Margaretting Bypass carriageway reconstruction has gone £10M over budget amid difficult conditions that have caused delays to the project. The post A12 Margaretting Bypass carriageway reconstruction £10M over budget amid delays appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Webinar: Downer Construction digitises to boost efficiency

Roads Online

Image: Wosunan/stock.adobe.com Originally posted by Inside Construction Magazine In this web-based ‘fireside chat’, hear how Downer Construction – one of the leading providers of integrated construction services – has achieved improved efficiency and fuelled growth by digitalising its site processes. With the continued pressures of global skills shortages and economic uncertainty, all industries must embrace digital transformation to improve efficiencies and save time and money.

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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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Sisk begins track laying for reinstatement of abandoned 42km Irish freight line

New Civil Engineer

John Sisk & Son (Sisk) has begun track laying work for a project to reinstate the abandoned Foynes to Limerick Rail Freight line in the Republic of Ireland. The post Sisk begins track laying for reinstatement of abandoned 42km Irish freight line appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Bell makes daughter COO

The Construction Index

KW Bell Group managing director Peter Bell has made his daughter, Nicola Bird, chief operating officer.

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Stem, SuDS and supporting the next generation

New Civil Engineer

As the world becomes increasingly focused on the environment, we look to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem) to develop systems and techniques to mitigate our impact on the planet. The post Stem, SuDS and supporting the next generation appeared first on New Civil Engineer.