Construction Placements
MAY 20, 2024
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.
Construction Dive
MAY 20, 2024
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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Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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.
Construction Dive
MAY 20, 2024
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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In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.
Build LLC Blog
MAY 20, 2024
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.
Construction Dive
MAY 20, 2024
Prime designer Jacobs first signed on in 2011, with GC Balfour Beatty now building the new gate facility and parking structure.
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Construction Dive
MAY 20, 2024
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
The Pro Builder
MAY 20, 2024
‘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
Construction Dive
MAY 20, 2024
Venk Nathamuni will succeed interim Kevin Berryman, who stepped in after Claudia Jaramillo left the job just eight months into the role.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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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Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.
Construction Dive
MAY 20, 2024
Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.
The Pro Builder
MAY 20, 2024
Industry Icon and D.R. Horton Founder Don R. Horton Dies at Age 74 csweeney Mon, 05/20/2024 - 12:36 Executive vice chairman David V. Auld to fill role as executive chairman One of the nation’s largest home building companies, D.R. Horton, recently announced the death of its founder, Donald R. Horton. Horton, age 74, served as chairman of D.R. Horton since it was formed in 1991 and as president and CEO from July 1991 until November 1998.
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
Three local WTS chapters also name WSP Employer of the Year; firm recognized with additional honors underscoring continued commitment to advancing women within transportation industry. NEW YORK — WTS International celebrated the barrier-breaking contributions of Jannet Walker-Ford, WSP national transit and rail market leader, by surprising her as the first recipient of a new award named in her honor at its annual meeting in New Orleans May 9.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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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For Construction Pros
MAY 20, 2024
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.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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.
Construction News
MAY 20, 2024
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.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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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Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario. Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin
The Construction Index
MAY 20, 2024
Property and construction consultant Gleeds has been named project manager for the £720m redevelopment of Leighton Hospital in Crewe.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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.
Roads Online
MAY 20, 2024
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
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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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Roads Online
MAY 20, 2024
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.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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.
Roads Online
MAY 20, 2024
Image courtesy of the Western Australian Government. Albany Ring Road, the largest road infrastructure project ever undertaken in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, is now officially open. The project has delivered a free-flowing, 11-kilometre connection between the original section of Menang Drive east of Albany Highway and Princess Royal Drive, including three grade-separated interchanges at Albany Highway, South Coast Highway and Hanrahan Road.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
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.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
Equipment World
MAY 20, 2024
The “X” on the 52,000-pound model stands for electrohydraulic control for running advanced machine guidance and control. Watch at EquipmentWorld.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
It is at the threshold between above and below ground infrastructure that exceptional design is achieved. The post Exceptional design is achieved at the threshold between above and below ground infrastructure appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Specifier
MAY 20, 2024
Cushing Terrell is set to redesign an old church recreation hall into a library. Photo courtesy Cushing Terrell The new Flathead County ImagineIF Library in Bigfork, Mont., is now a former church recreation hall connecting people to resources, technology, and opportunities for lifelong education. The former 557 m 2 (6,000 sf) space is funded by the ImagineIF Library Foundation.
New Civil Engineer
MAY 20, 2024
The world’s first rectangular pipe jacking tunnel boring machine (TBM) for hard rock has broken through in Chongqing, China after boring a 176m long road tunnel under two main roads. The post World first rectangular pipe jacking TBM for hard rock breaks through on China road project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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To maximize your construction firm's profitability with a construction-specific software platform, your firm will be able to streamline every aspect of your operations. By design, this next-generation solution should offer unified functionality, replacing outdated systems and providing key capabilities including job costing, contract development, resource planning, and more.
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