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How Companies Can Help Advance Women in Construction

The Pro Builder

Women in construction want to advance in their career, but more often than not, are not growing at the same rate as their male counterparts, according to a recent survey from the National Center for Construction Education and Research. In fact, 72% of surveyed women said they have rarely or never had a woman manager or supervisor. However, the report identifies several steps the industry can take to break down some of these barriers, such as providing better exposure to the industry, greater wor

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SCOTUS overturns Chevron doctrine, limiting federal agency reach

Construction Dive

Federal courts will no longer have to defer to agency regulations for interpretation of ambiguous statutes.

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WINT and HSB partner to deliver holistic water protection

Civil + Structural Engineer

HSB will resell WINT’s water management solutions and warrant their performance creating a best-of-breed combination of insurance and technology to mitigate water damage in properties NEW YORK — WINT Water Intelligence , a leader in cutting-edge water management and leak-prevention solutions, announces it has signed a partnership with HSB (Hartford Steam Boiler), a multi-line specialty insurer.

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Entegris to get $75M in CHIPS funding for Colorado plant

Construction Dive

The funds will support the semiconductor supplier's construction of a $600 million, 100,000-square-foot manufacturing center in Colorado Springs.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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As Starter Homes Become Increasingly Difficult to Afford, Black Households Are at an Even Greater Disadvantage

The Pro Builder

While the current housing market is unaffordable for many American households, recent data show underrepresented communities are even more affected by the state of the market. According to real estate data tracker Redfin, the average Black family can afford a starter home in just 10 of the 50 most populous U.S. metros. Comparatively, the typical white family can afford a starter home in 32 of these metros.

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Chicago DOB still needs to fix broken inspection process: report

Construction Dive

The city's watchdog agency said its buildings department has “not implemented corrective actions” to issues discovered during an August 2022 audit.

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June 2024 wins: Contractors tout their latest awards

Construction Dive

Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country's biggest builders including Gilbane, Skanska, Jacobs and others.

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Dealing With Toxic Construction Employees In The Workplace

Contractor Bookkeeping

Running a small construction business comes with unique challenges, and dealing with toxic employees is undoubtedly one of the trickiest. A single troublesome team member can disrupt productivity, affect team morale, and ultimately harm your business's success. These individuals can create a hostile work environment, lower morale, and reduce productivity.

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Empowering AECO Project Managers Through Smart and Intuitive Information Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Victoria Salvador Project management in the architecture, engineering, construction, and owner/operator industry is part art, part science. It requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, social intelligence, good tools and out-of-this-world multitasking. Over time, technological change, labor shortages and the increasing complexity of projects have reshaped the role.

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Webinar on Demand: Mid-Year 2024 Market Outlook—Waiting for Lower Rates

The Pro Builder

Webinar on Demand: Mid-Year 2024 Market Outlook—Waiting for Lower Rates ibush Fri, 06/28/2024 - 11:29 This on-demand webinar recording provides expert analysis and examines key macro issues affecting the U.S. economy and the housing industry, including: The Federal Reserve's monetary policy and current inflation and interest rate readings The influx of legal immigration and U.S. population growth The expanding share of new-home inventory compared with existing homes on the market Housing's role

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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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House-builders commit to bird boxes and hedgehog highways

The Construction Index

Many of Britain’s biggest house-builders have signed up to an initiative to support wildlife on their new developments.

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Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Decision, Shifting Power Away From Federal Agencies

The Pro Builder

In a decision that could have larger implications for the environment, public health, and the workplace, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the 1984 Chevron decision, according to the Associated Press. This 6-3 ruling, backed by conservative justices, flips the balance of power between the executive and judicial branches. The core of the Chevron decision says federal agencies should be allowed to fill in the details on ambiguous laws.

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Tideway | Commissioning ahead of schedule, carbon slashed 28%, cost remains £4.5bn

New Civil Engineer

Tideway’s annual report for 2023-24 delivers blanket good news as commissioning the infrastructure is ahead of schedule, the embedded carbon is 28% lower than expected and the cost has remained steady at £4.5bn. The post Tideway | Commissioning ahead of schedule, carbon slashed 28%, cost remains £4.5bn appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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These Are the Coldest Housing Markets Right Now

The Pro Builder

In a housing market dominated by high costs, there’s a lot of attention on the nation’s hottest, or most in-demand, markets. However, recent data from housing market platform Realtor.com is showing the coldest markets, or markets where buyers might be able to snag a good deal.

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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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German engineers condemn roads budget slash as 4,000 bridges in ‘urgent’ condition

New Civil Engineer

The German construction sector has publicly criticised the government’s “negligent investment policy” after a 20% reduction in national roads budget was announced while 4,000 road bridges are in need of refurbishment. The post German engineers condemn roads budget slash as 4,000 bridges in ‘urgent’ condition appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Mace promotions focus on pharma and data centres

The Construction Index

Mace has promoted two of its staff to managing director in its contracting business.

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AI on the ball: Using artificial intelligence in VAR and engineering decision making

New Civil Engineer

By the very nature of their work, engineers are problem-solvers – innovators who take great satisfaction from taking a problem apart piece by piece. At Aecom, our engineers turned to football as part of a thought exercise aimed at inspiring innovative thinking, coming together to… The post AI on the ball: Using artificial intelligence in VAR and engineering decision making appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Kobelco Intros 55-ton SK520LC-11 excavator

Equipment World

Powered by a 463-horsepower Isuzu engine, the SK520LC-11 has a bucket digging force of 72,200 pounds and a lifting capacity of 46,540 pounds.

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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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Delayed £27M Lancashire link road opens two months after due date

New Civil Engineer

The £27M new M55 link road in Lancashire has finally opened, two months after it was initially expected to due to bad weather. The post Delayed £27M Lancashire link road opens two months after due date appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Global Career Exploration: A Deep Dive into Geographical Regions of the World

Construction Placements

Global Career Exploration: A Deep Dive into Geographical Regions of the World Explore diverse career opportunities globally by understanding the geographical regions of the world. This guide offers insights into key regions and their significance for career exploration." The post Global Career Exploration: A Deep Dive into Geographical Regions of the World appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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HS2 | 78m Crackley Lane overbridge in Warwickshire achieves planning approval

New Civil Engineer

High Speed 2 (HS2) main works contractor Balfour Beatty Vinci JV (BBV) has been granted planning permission for a road bridge over the railway at Kenilworth in Warwickshire. The post HS2 | 78m Crackley Lane overbridge in Warwickshire achieves planning approval appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Latest California High-Speed Rail station designs revealed at ‘open house’ sessions

Civil + Structural Engineer

Arup and Foster + Partners have revealed the latest designs for California High-Speed Rail’s first four stations. Working collaboratively in a joint venture, Arup and Foster + Partners recently took part in a series of public ‘open house’ sessions with local communities, businesses, agencies, and other key stakeholders, which will inform the development of the station designs.

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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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Technology including digital twins to play ‘massive role’ in delivering £96bn water ambitions

New Civil Engineer

The use of technology including digital twins is set to play a “massive role” in delivering the ambitious £96bn of investment in the water sector’s eighth asset management period (AMP8) between 2025 and 2030, according to Severn Trent’s digital engineering lead. The post Technology including digital twins to play ‘massive role’ in delivering £96bn water ambitions appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Page & Turnbull Accelerates Nation’s First High-Speed Rail Station in California 

Civil + Structural Engineer

New state-of-the-art transit hub in Fresno to revitalize historic train depot as a world-class ultramodern transportation center SAN FRANCISCO – As the nation invests billions of dollars in the launch of high-speed rail systems that advance fast, efficient, and safe city-wide connectivity, the architecture and historic preservation firm Page & Turnbull is at the forefront of this unprecedented movement as the architect behind the preservation and rehabilitation of Fresno, Calif.’s historic

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Monthly mergers: Biggest engineering partnerships and acquisitions in June 2024

New Civil Engineer

A union of CBRE project management with Turner & Townsend leads the way in this month’s mergers round up, but we’ve also got news of WSP acquiring a Spanish firm, a civil engineering ‘supergroup’ and more The post Monthly mergers: Biggest engineering partnerships and acquisitions in June 2024 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Use Green Practices in All Aspects of Business

Civil Engineer Blog

GreenPM® integrates environmental thinking into all project management processes. But green thinking does not have to be reserved just for projects. It can be part of all of your business processes. The point of GreenPM is not that you make every decision in favor of the one that is most environmentally friendly. The point is […] The post Use Green Practices in All Aspects of Business first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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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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Supreme Court Curtails Federal Rulemaking Authority

ENR Construction

In overturning precedent set in the 1984 Chevron vs. Natural Resources Defense Counci l ruling, the high court said federal agencies can no longer interpret unclear federal law.

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Dealing With Toxic Construction Employees In The Job Site

Contractor Bookkeeping

Running a small construction business comes with unique challenges, and dealing with toxic employees is undoubtedly one of the trickiest. A single troublesome team member can disrupt productivity, affect team morale, and ultimately harm your business's success. These individuals can create a hostile work environment, lower morale, and reduce productivity.

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Dubai Announces Plans to Build $8B Stormwater Drainage Network

ENR Construction

The infrastructure would increase Dubai’s rainwater drainage capacity by 700% to 20 million cu m per day.

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Steel shutdown threat as Port Talbot strikes loom

Construction News

Tata Steel has threatened to pause steel-making at its site in Wales as worker walkouts loom. The UK arm of the Indian corporation said it “may not have any choice” but to halt both of its traditional blast furnaces at its Port Talbot plant if… The post Steel shutdown threat as Port Talbot strikes loom appeared first on Construction News.

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Guide to Solving Labor, Equipment, and Materials Management Gaps

Specialty contractors operate in a high-pressure environment where labor, equipment, and materials must be managed with precision. Delays, misalignments, and compliance gaps can derail performance and cut into margins. This guide offers a structured approach to managing LEMs using integrated systems, predictive analytics, and transparent workflows. From reducing idle equipment time to maintaining compliance and tightening inventory control, every recommendation in this guide is built around impr