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Holiday lights bring seasonal cheer to jobsites

Construction Dive

From a tall crane in North Carolina to a festive office in arid Arizona, contractors across the country are going all in on the holiday spirit.

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Beyond the Lab: Navigating Today’s Challenges in NDT

Civil + Structural Engineer

Kuldeep Sharma, Manager, Dura-Bond Industries, Member of ASNT Safety firstThis principle has been fundamental since the industrialization of the 20th century. For over a century, nondestructive testing (NDT) has played the critical role of ensuring quality and safety across various industries, including construction, manufacturing, transportation and more.

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The 9 largest commercial construction starts of November 2024

Construction Dive

Total groundbreakings jumped 5% due to strong infrastructure activity, according to Dodge Construction Network.

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Managing Stress, Prioritizing Wellness, And Spreading Holiday Cheer

Contractor Bookkeeping

The holiday season is usually filled with joy and celebration. Still, it can also bring significant stress for construction business owners. With project deadlines, year-end financial tasks, and the hustle and bustle of the festivities, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Here are some strategies to help you manage stress and prioritize your well-being during this busy time of year. 1.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Dominion Energy Compliance Simplified with 2024 ISNetworld® Partnership

Safety Services Company

Dominion Energy compliance is now more accessible, thanks to their partnership with ISNetworld. This collaboration underscores Dominion Energys dedication to upholding safety, reliability, and efficiency across its operations. For contractors in the energy sector, this means a new opportunity to secure work with a top utility providerbut only if they meet Dominion Energys compliance standards.

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Fire Safety Solutions Shaping the Future of Construction Design

CCR Magazine

Fire safety is an integral part of modern construction design, influencing not only building materials and layouts but also regulatory compliance and overall safety standards. With advancements in fire safety solutions, architects and developers can create structures that not only meet stringent regulations but also prioritize occupant safety and property protection.

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Favorable Financing Creating Construction Tailwind as Labor Shortage Continues

Construction Superintendent Magazine

More favorable interest rates and materials prices are colliding with an ongoing labor shortage, bringing a mix of challenges and opportunities for construction project owners, according to DPR Constructions latest Market Conditions Report. Labor shortages are a critical issue with 77% of contractors reporting increased difficulty in filling skilled craft positions compared to a year ago.

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How Often Should Cranes Be Inspected?

CCR Magazine

Cranes are essential in construction and industrial work but come with significant safety responsibilities. Regular inspections are necessary to prevent accidents, ensure smooth operations, and comply with regulations. However, managing heavy equipment maintenance , especially for cranes, can be overwhelming, with constant concerns about safety, compliance, and efficiency.

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Wintrust Uses Enhanced Document Management to Process Draws

Rabbet

Wintrust Financial Corporation, a leading financial institution, partnered with Rabbet to enhance their real estate lending operations and document management processes. Challenges Like many in the industry, Wintrust’s commercial lending team spent much of their time manually processing complex financial documentation. Handling draw summaries, sworn owner statements, and pay applications could take several hours each.

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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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Next-Generation Roofing Systems for Commercial Structures

CCR Magazine

Commercial roofing has evolved rapidly in recent times, offering more than just a shield against the elements. Builders now prioritize materials and systems designed to last longer, reduce maintenance needs, and perform under extreme conditions. From innovative membrane technologies to reinforcements for severe weather events, next-generation solutions transform roofs into high-performing assets.

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How Aggregate Industries’ upgrades at Tilbury Docks will benefit major infrastructure projects

New Civil Engineer

Materials supplier Aggregate Industries has created an innovative dome silo at Tilbury Docks as just one of its upgrades to facilitate better supply of cement to major infrastructure projects like Sizewell C and Lower Thames Crossing. The post How Aggregate Industries upgrades at Tilbury Docks will benefit major infrastructure projects appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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HS2 to renegotiate construction contracts

Construction News

HS2 plans to renegotiate its contracts with the joint ventures delivering the London-Birmingham rail scheme as part of a fundamental reset of the delivery programme. HS2 chief executive Mark Wild, who started in his role earlier this month, told a meeting of parliaments Public Accounts… The post HS2 to renegotiate construction contracts appeared first on Construction News.

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Exploring Construction Intricacies for Underwater Exploration

CCR Magazine

Underwater exploration has always captured the human imagination, offering a glimpse into the mysterious and uncharted depths of the oceans. As society pushes further into this frontier, the challenges of building structures that can withstand extreme underwater conditions become increasingly complex. Lets delve into the engineering marvels and construction intricacies required to make underwater exploration possible.

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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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Celebrating NAWIC VT’s First Annual Installation Holiday Party

PC Construction

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Vermont Chapter hosted its first annual Installation Holiday Party this week. Sixty members, friends, and supporters to joined together to celebrate the season and welcome the newly installed Board of Directors officers for the upcoming year. The evening was filled with cheer and reflection of the achievements of the chapters first official year.

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New delivery body for HS2 Euston station being formed by DfT

New Civil Engineer

The Department for Transport (DfT) is in the process of forming a new delivery body to oversee the development and construction of the High Speed 2 (HS2) Euston station terminus. The post New delivery body for HS2 Euston station being formed by DfT appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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AVAIO Digital Plans $3B Data Center in Appomattox, Virginia

CCR Magazine

AVAIO Digital Partners (AVAIO Digital) has signed an agreement with the Appomattox County Economic Development Authority (EDA) for the purchase of a 452-acre business and industrial site in Appomattox County VA. AVAIO Digital plans to develop the site into a $3 billion data center campus with substantial onsite green power. AVAIO Digital has confirmed 300 MW of power from CVEC and Dominion and the site is fully zoned for data centers, strategically located atop major long-haul fiber lines with d

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Video: Cat’s Reveals its Largest-Ever Compact Track Loader

Equipment World

Caterpillar's new 258 XE represents the company's largest compact track loader, part of its rollout of redesigned Next Generation CTLs.

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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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Oil Analysis: A Hidden Tool in Your Utility Belt

For Construction Pros

Inside the implementation of oil analysis for a mixed fleet of equipment, the impact of this program and ways the success of this method can be measured.

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AHR Expo 2025 Returns to Orlando

The Contractor Magazine

The big show returns to the Sunshine State to deliver the latest technology, innovation and education.

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HS2 celebrates completion of 8km tunnel drive under London

New Civil Engineer

Engineers from Skanska Costain Strabag JV (SCS) and High Speed 2 (HS2) have marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of an 8km tunnelling drive under London. The post HS2 celebrates completion of 8km tunnel drive under London appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Miller Homes buys St Modwen Homes

The Construction Index

Miller Homes has agreed a deal to buy St Modwen Homes from Blackstone for a reported £215m.

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How CMiC Helps Construction Teams Stay Ahead of Project Risk

CONSTRUCTâ„¢ 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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Improvement notice served after explosive component damaged at nuclear weapon facility

New Civil Engineer

An explosive component was unintentionally damaged by workers at the Atomic Weapons Establishments (AWEs) Explosive Technology Centre, leading the nuclear regulator to issue an improvement notice. The post Improvement notice served after explosive component damaged at nuclear weapon facility appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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New name for Keltbray Infrastructure Services

The Construction Index

Keltbray Infrastructure Services has been renamed Aureos by its new private equity owners.

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London Luton Airport expansion DCO decision delayed 3 months

New Civil Engineer

Transport secretary Heidi Alexander has announced a three-month extension to the deadline for the decision regarding the development consent order (DCO) for the expansion of London Luton Airport. The post London Luton Airport expansion DCO decision delayed 3 months appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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AI AEC Show: Chat Your Way to Construction Success with Buildots’ Dot

AEC Business

What if you could have a conversation with your construction management tool? In this episode of the AI AEC Show, we dive into how Buildots’ innovative AI assistant, Dot, is making that a reality. The post AI AEC Show: Chat Your Way to Construction Success with Buildots’ Dot appeared first on AEC Business.

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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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National Grid publishes plan to invest £35bn in UK transmission from 2026 to 2031

New Civil Engineer

National Grid has published its RIIO-T3 Business Plan detailing a framework for an unprecedented level of investment of up to 35bn in the UKs transmission infrastructure between April 2026 and March 2031. The post National Grid publishes plan to invest 35bn in UK transmission from 2026 to 2031 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Dyer Brown Transforms Boston’s Reading Room into Urban Oasis

CCR Magazine

With its vibrant, modern street presence and welcoming interior, The Mother Church Christian Science Reading Room in Bostons Back Bay is the latest in a growing portfolio of innovative and sustainably designed retail venues by national architecture and interiors firm Dyer Brown. As new photography shows, the firms reinvention of the street-level space adjacent to Christian Science Plaza home of the iconic First Church of Christ, Scientist, built in 1906 is both tranquil and inspiring, an urban

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Glass reinforced plastic lining installed in £70M Stratford sewer upgrade under main road

New Civil Engineer

Thames Water has marked a significant development in upgrading the Northern Outfall Sewer (NOS) at Stratford High Street in London with the successful installation of the first section of glass reinforced plastic (GRP) lining. The post Glass reinforced plastic lining installed in 70M Stratford sewer upgrade under main road appeared first on New Civil Engineer.