Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

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

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Nominations Open for the 2024 Ivory Prize For Housing Affordability qpurcell Fri, 09/15/2023 - 09:17 Ivory Innovations has announced the opening of nominations for the 2024 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability. The prize seeks to elevate ambitious, feasible, and scalable solutions to the challenges facing the U.S. housing industry, with the goal of making housing both affordable and accessible for all Americans.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The Strong Memorial Hospital renovations represent the University of Rochester’s largest capital project to date.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Many entrepreneurs operate with their business processes and systems in their heads. They know what they must do daily and how they want to get things done. Unfortunately, when a construction business grows, and staff need to be hired – or the owner needs to take time away from the company – it's an absolute liability not having processes and systems documented in one place.

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Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The home of the NFL’s New England Patriots received a new, 22-story lighthouse with a 360-degree observation deck.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

In construction, a building’s exterior serves more than just an aesthetic purpose; it’s also about functionality. Cladding offers a harmonious blend of both visual appeal and performance. Cladding is a product of a variety of materials, including wood, metal, brick, vinyl, and composite, depending on the desired aesthetics and functional requirements.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Plans to use nuclear generated hydrogen to decarbonise asphalt and cement production have been given a large funding boost, with £6.1M coming from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). The post Project to decarbonise cement production with nuclear hydrogen receives funding boost appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Procore

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Today is National Trades Day , an annual day of recognition and gratitude for those working in the field, building the world around us. As the bedrock of the construction industry, the skill and precision of tradespeople play a vital role in the building process and in the future of the construction industry. Industry and trade associations teach thousands of apprentices, journeymen and foremen on how to be prepared for the modern jobsite each year.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Vinci Construction Grands Projets has won a €160M (£137M) contract to design and build a liquefied natural gas (LNG) tank in the Netherlands. The post Vinci wins €160M liquefied natural gas tank construction contract in Netherlands appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Equipment World

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

On this episode of The Dirt, New Holland’s head of construction, Tyler Mills, discusses the differences and similarities between Case and New Holland.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Network Rail has awarded the second of two contracts to build the new railway station for Chelmsford’s Beaulieu Park development to J Murphy and Sons. The post Murphy wins £124M Chelmsford station construction contract appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

NHPC Apprenticeship Recruitment 2023 for ITI Trades | 51 Posts | 04-10-2023 NHPC Apprenticeship Recruitment 2023 for ITI Trades with 51 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 04-10-2023 The post NHPC Apprenticeship Recruitment 2023 for ITI Trades | 51 Posts | 04-10-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Prodyogi

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

A soak pit is a type of effluent disposal system used to treat and dispose of the effluent coming out of a pre-treatment system, safely to the ground. It is a type of soil absorption system - a smaller version of leach fields and is suitable for treating and disposing of small effluent discharges wherever a wastewater treatment unit or system does not exist.

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Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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Construction Placements

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

CIL Recruitment 2023 for Management Trainee | 560 Posts | 12-10-2023 CIL Recruitment 2023 for Management Trainee with 560 Posts vacancies, the last date to apply for this job is 12-10-2023 The post CIL Recruitment 2023 for Management Trainee | 560 Posts | 12-10-2023 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

One company came close to snapping up Ilke Homes for £25m in June, a new administrators’ report has revealed. Administrators announced that 36 businesses were approached about buying the North Yorkshire-based modular specialist in May and June. One bid for the company was received that… The post Ilke Homes nearly bought for £25m before collapse appeared first on Construction News.

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Civil Engineer Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Though manufacturing only represents 8% of the total Australian workforce, it is second only to healthcare, and slightly ahead of construction, in the number of serious workplace-related injury claims each year. Of the serious injury claims resulting in compensation during 2013-2014, approximately 11,000 were male, and 1,000 were female employees. Prior to 2012, the workplace […] The post Workplace Injuries Prompt Review of Training Competencies first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Extranet Evolution

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Thanks to mobile apps such as Buildiro, Skrap and now TeekIt, London streets are increasingly busy with deliveries of equipment and materials to construction sites, large and small. In late 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, ExtranetEvolution wrote about Skrap , a northwest London-based startup that was aiming to transform waste skip and construction equipment hire services across the construction sector (September 2020 – Skrap: automating construction hire ).

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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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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The Barksdale Air Force Base weapons generation facility would consolidate activities for the base's nuclear-capable B-52 bombers.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

When it comes to tackling the biggest culprits for embodied carbon in the built environment, silver bullets are in short supply. By Kristina Smith The construction industry is awash with decarbonisation roadmaps and plans for achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Most have milestone goals… The post Material factors: decarbonising concrete and steel appeared first on Construction News.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The agency that operates the plant is preparing to undertake $8 million in repairs, in addition to previously planned projects estimated to cost hundreds of millions more.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Critics have hit out after reports that the government is considering scrapping the Birmingham-to-Manchester phase of HS2. Speculation arose after a photo of a document allegedly used in a meeting between the prime minister and chancellor was published by the Independent. It appeared to show… The post Threat to HS2 Manchester branch dubbed a ‘betrayal’ appeared first on Construction News.

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The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Three independent panel of judges have selected winners in ENR Northwest's 2023 Best Project contest, as well as honorees for the Excellence in Safety and Excellence in Sustainability awards.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Photos courtesy Sto Corp. By Richard Martens Sustainability is a complex topic in all fields; every initiative seeking to improve sustainability brings both improvements and setbacks. Construction is no different. Products and construction methodologies that provide immediate reductions in embodied carbon must be weighed against building longevity, lifecycle cost, energy consumption, and a host of other variables.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The agency that operates the plant is preparing to undertake $8 million in repairs, in addition to previously planned projects estimated to cost hundreds of millions more.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Skanska , a leading construction and development firm, is piloting a zero-emissions electric excavator on Los Angeles Metro’s Purple (D Line) Extension Transit Project. The Volvo EC230 is the largest electric excavator of its kind, and it is designed to have the same capabilities as a diesel excavator. Because it is powered by batteries, not an engine, using the Volvo EC230 will lower emissions on the job site and reduce noise during construction.

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Fleis & VandenBrink

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Road construction work can be one of the most disruptive and challenging projects for a state, county, or municipality to take on. Roads are vital to communities and businesses. That’s why it’s essential to make sure that you’re working with an experienced road engineering team that will design your road with consideration to its users, including businesses and residents, its underground utility infrastructure, and your goals.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

H.U.G.S. Ranch has more good news to share with parents of children served by the non-profit focused on providing equine-assisted learning opportunities. The 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is announcing the construction of a “Welcome Center” to be built in honor of long-time volunteer Scott Taylor , who passed away in 2022. Lumbermen’s, Inc., Scott’s employer, has made the lead gift to construct the Welcome Center to honor Scott’s dedication to the mission of H.U.G.S.

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Buildern

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

If you’re navigating the choppy waters of construction project management with BuildBook and finding it falling short, we have a solution for you! Among multiple project management tools, several robust BuildBook alternatives can bring a breeze of simplicity, efficiency, and excellence to your projects. As a relatively simple software solution, BuildBook offers a platform for builders, aiming to streamline communication and organization.

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