Tue.May 28, 2024

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10 Best Housing Markets for Sellers

The Pro Builder

10 Best Housing Markets for Sellers csweeney Tue, 05/28/2024 - 11:32 Cities topping the list are in high demand due to affordability While the nation as a whole may be grappling with high interest rates and high housing costs, some markets are seeing comparatively high rates of home sales. According to housing market platform Realtor.com, several U.S. housing markets—primarily located in the Northeast and Midwest—are topping the list of best seller’s markets due to their lower-than-average price

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At halfway mark, majority of infrastructure law funds yet to be spent

Construction Dive

The number of projects identified or underway is up 40% in the past six months according to the White House, but more money needs to be disbursed.

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New Initiative Enables Builders to Reduce Embodied Carbon

The Pro Builder

New Initiative Enables Builders to Reduce Embodied Carbon qpurcell Tue, 05/28/2024 - 09:51 Creating more efficient homes doesn’t just mean they’ll use less energy after they’re built. It also means the homes have a smaller carbon footprint before and as they’re built—by reducing the emissions from all their materials. This concept, embodied carbon , is one important focus area for RMI , a nonprofit that works to transform energy systems in order to secure a zero-carbon built environment.

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The largest commercial construction starts of April 2024

Construction Dive

The $3.7 billion UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California, and the $1.8 billion Linde Blue Hydrogen plant in Beaumont, Texas, ranked as the top two projects to get underway last month.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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MBMA Announces 2023 Safety Award Winners

Civil + Structural Engineer

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: Each year the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) honors member companies that demonstrate exceptional performance in maintaining workplace safety. These awards are given to Building Systems members as well as Associate members for their performance during the previous calendar year. Safety awards for the 2023 year were presented during the 2024 MBMA Spring Meeting held April 24 – 26 in San Diego, California.

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DfT achieved ‘very little’ on rail reform with Great British Railways role unclear, PAC reports

New Civil Engineer

The Department for Transport (DfT) has “has achieved very little” in its efforts to bring in rail reform, with Great British Railways’ responsibilities remaining unclear and taxpayers losing out, according to the Public Accounts Committee. The post DfT achieved ‘very little’ on rail reform with Great British Railways role unclear, PAC reports appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Lendlease to exit international construction, development

Construction Dive

Citing a prolonged market downturn, the Australian company is pivoting to focus solely on domestic work.

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Stantec wins three Federal Planning Division Awards from the American Planning Association

Civil + Structural Engineer

Awards include Honor, Merit, and Citation levels in the Outstanding Collaborative Planning category Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been recognized by the American Planning Association’s Federal Planning Division 2023 Awards for three projects. The Federal Planning Division Awards recognize projects that best exemplify the benefits of a federal agency working cooperatively with another federal, state, or local agency to demonstrate the value of comprehensive p

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Granite nabs $89M Houston airport subcontract

Construction Dive

The California-based contractor will perform demolition and paving work at George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

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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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28 States Report Construction Job Growth in April

The Pro Builder

28 States Report Construction Job Growth in April csweeney Tue, 05/28/2024 - 12:23 Michigan saw the highest growth, with 4,200 construction jobs added month-over-month The construction sector is continuing to see high rates of employment, with recent insight from LBM Journal showing industry growth across the U.S. Overall, 28 states reported a month-over-month increase in construction jobs, while 19 states and Washington, D.C. reported a loss in jobs.

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Hunterston marine yard set for £150m overhaul

The Construction Index

Peel Ports Clydeport has signalled its intention to invest up to £150m in the redevelopment of the Hunterston marine yard in Ayrshire.

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Colorado-Based Manufacturer Uses Modular Homes to Improve Declining Housing Inventory

The Pro Builder

Colorado-Based Manufacturer Uses Modular Homes to Improve Declining Housing Inventory csweeney Tue, 05/28/2024 - 13:07 Could modular homes be the answer to the affordable housing crisis? Off-site manufacturer Fading West seeks to find out The U.S. housing market continues to face steep prices, but one company is hoping to find a solution for that. According to Route Fifty , Fading West, a housing manufacturer in Buena Vista, Colo., is building modular homes to help meet the demand for more housi

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£9bn Lower Thames Crossing planning decision delayed to October due to election

New Civil Engineer

The date for a decision on the Development Consent Order (DCO) for Lower Thames Crossing has been pushed to 4 October due to the General Election. The post £9bn Lower Thames Crossing planning decision delayed to October due to election appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Cost of Housing Index Shows Most Americans Are Burdened by Home Prices

The Pro Builder

Cost of Housing Index Shows Most Americans Are Burdened by Home Prices csweeney Tue, 05/28/2024 - 11:17 For both new and existing homes, the average household would need to use more than 30% of its earnings to cover mortgage payments A Cost of Housing Index recently released by National Association of Home Builders and Wells Fargo sheds light on the impact of housing costs on middle and low-income Americans.

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First Sydney Metro City station now complete

Roads Online

Image courtesy of Sydney Metro/NSW Government. Waterloo Station has become the first station to be completed on the new city section of the Sydney Metro City & Southwest project. Following more than four years’ worth of major construction, the works to transform the 25-metre-deep station box into a brand new station. The station will now be handed over to Metro Trains Sydney (MTS), who will operate the network.

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Northumberland A1 dualling given go ahead after three years of waiting

New Civil Engineer

National Highways has been granted development consent order (DCO) for its A1 Morpeth to Ellingham upgrade scheme after nearly three years of waiting for the transport secretary’s ruling. The post Northumberland A1 dualling given go ahead after three years of waiting appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Lendlease retrenchment begins

The Construction Index

Australian construction group Lendlease is selling its international operations and pulling back to its domestic market.

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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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Griffiths completes £6M coastal flood defence project in north Wales

New Civil Engineer

Griffiths Construction has completed a £6M project to protect a community in Bangor, north Wales from coastal flooding. The post Griffiths completes £6M coastal flood defence project in north Wales appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Xwatch addresses MEWP crushing risk

The Construction Index

A manufacturer of anti-collision technology has turned its attention to powered access platforms.

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Tunnel under River Tees was ‘only viable option’ for £155M Northumbrian Water pipeline project

New Civil Engineer

Northumbrian Water’s £155M pipeline resilience upgrade in the Tees Valley features a technically challenging tunnel under the River Tees. The post Tunnel under River Tees was ‘only viable option’ for £155M Northumbrian Water pipeline project appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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PHCC Legislative Conference: Collaboration on Capitol Hill

The Contractor Magazine

Different segments of the PHCC organization, and the p-h-c industry as a whole, came together for another impactful legislative event in Washington, DC.

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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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Hunterston marine yard to undergo £150M transformation to support offshore wind

New Civil Engineer

Peel Ports Group has announced plans to invest up to £150M in the redevelopment of its Hunterston marine yard in Ayrshire to support the UK offshore wind sector. The post Hunterston marine yard to undergo £150M transformation to support offshore wind appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Nervous insurers pulling cover in wake of contractor failures

Construction News

Materials suppliers are struggling to protect themselves against bad debts as the insurance market shows signs of losing nerve in the wake of high-profile contractor failures. A survey of members of the British Merchants Federation (BMF) has revealed that almost a third (31.2 per cent)… The post Nervous insurers pulling cover in wake of contractor failures appeared first on Construction News.

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Podcast | Celebrating 40 years of the Thames Barrier

New Civil Engineer

The latest episode of the Engineers Collective is out now. The post Podcast | Celebrating 40 years of the Thames Barrier appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Industry Workforce Crisis: 10,000 Workers Needed by 2029

CCE Magazine

The construction industry is facing a significant workforce crisis. According to a recent report by the Construction and Trade Business Institute (CTBI), an additional 10,000 workers will be needed over the next five years to meet industry demands. This pressing issue is compounded by an ageing workforce, insufficient recruitment of young talent, and the increasing complexity of construction… Source The post Construction Industry Workforce Crisis: 10,000 Workers Needed by 2029 appeared fir

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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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Peabody chooses contractors for £1bn London repair contracts

Construction News

Peabody has provisionally selected five contractors, including Wates and Kier, for £1bn worth of maintenance and repair contracts, as part of an overhaul aimed at reversing its underperformance in London. The housing association launched a tender last year in an effort to improve its maintenance… The post Peabody chooses contractors for £1bn London repair contracts appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction of long awaited £47M Long Stratton bypass in Norfolk begins

New Civil Engineer

Octavius Infrastructure has begun the long awaited construction of the £47M Long Stratton bypass following the approval of Norfolk County Council’s full business case for the project. The post Construction of long awaited £47M Long Stratton bypass in Norfolk begins appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Types of Companies and Consultants Involved in Residential and Commercial Construction Projects

Construction Placements

Types of Companies and Consultants Involved in Residential and Commercial Construction Projects Explore the various types of companies and consultants that play critical roles in residential and commercial construction projects, ensuring successful outcomes from planning to completion. The post Types of Companies and Consultants Involved in Residential and Commercial Construction Projects appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.