Fri.Apr 14, 2023

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McCarthy to build $535M solar project to help power Chicago

Construction Dive

The company plans to hire approximately 435 tradesworkers in coordination with local unions on the project.

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Rhino Doors nears completion on London Underground’s Bank Station project

Civil + Structural Engineer

Rhino Doors, the UK’s leading manufacturer of high-performance engineered doors, has nearly completed work on a complex £1 million-plus contract on the London Underground network. The project, which involved designing, manufacturing and installing 20 self-closing fire doors in the cross passages at Bank Station, presented a number of logistical challenges.

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Turner scores $780M stadium from NYC Football Club

Construction Dive

The 25,000-seat venue in Queens will be the city’s first soccer-specific arena.

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Standard Lithium to Present at the Echelon Partners Lithium Summit April 13, 2023

Civil + Structural Engineer

Standard Lithium Ltd. (“ Standard Lithium ” or the “ Company ”) (TSXV: SLI) (NYSE: SLI) (FRA: S5L), a leading near-commercial lithium company, will participate in the following investor conference. Event: Echelon Partners Lithium Summit Date: April 13 th 10:00 AM PT Location: Virtual Event Registration: Link For non Echelon clients who are interested in registering for the virtual event, enter “None” in the requested salesperson field.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast.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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Turner breaks ground on $98M Chico State project, sends VP back to school

Construction Dive

Dan Wheeler, general manager for the contractor, graduated from the California university’s construction management program in 1993.

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Ford to invest $1.3B to overhaul Canada manufacturing site for EV production

Construction Dive

The automaker will retool existing buildings and add a battery assembly facility next year.

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UES Expands Geotechnical Expertise with Acquisition of Grubbs, Hoskyn, Barton & Wyatt

Civil + Structural Engineer

UES , a national leading engineering and consulting company, has acquired Grubbs, Hoskyn, Barton & Wyatt , a geotechnical engineering and materials testing firm headquartered in Little Rock, AR. Founded in 1964, Grubbs, Hoskyn, Barton & Wyatt includes an experienced professional and technical team based in the Little Rock headquarters, the firm’s branch office in Springdale, AR, and the satellite office in El Dorado, AR.

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Video: John Deere unveils hybrid-electric 850 X-Tier dozer

Equipment World

The 23- to 25-ton E-Drive model has a 225-horsepower diesel engine and two electric-drive motors.

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Radix at TAPPICon 2023: Demonstrating How Data Can Maximize Value Creation for Manufacturers

Civil + Structural Engineer

Radix Engineering will be a Ruby sponsor, exhibitor, and presenter at TAPPICon 2023 , April 22-26, 2023, Atlanta, GA, booth 413, Cobb Galleria. Radix will present four papers and two posters addressing aspects of the Digitally-Integrated Asset Data Lifecycle that align with this year’s conference theme, “ Three Rings of Success: Vision, Technology, Action.

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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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Using Financial Reconciliation To Keep Your Construction Business On Track

Contractor Bookkeeping

As a small business owner, you're likely already aware of the importance of keeping your finances in order. Financial management goes deeper than paying your bills on time and collecting invoices (although those are also important). It involves regularly checking your financial situation to ensure your accounts are in order, your records are up-to-date, and you're spending within your budget.

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urban-gro, Inc. Signs More Than $40 million in Contracts, Driving First Quarter 2023 Backlog to a Record $123 million

Civil + Structural Engineer

Reiterates Guidance Recovered $2.4 million of Cash Following Settlement of Prior Litigation on March 27, 2023 Announces First Quarter Earnings Call on May 10 th at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time urban-gro, Inc. (Nasdaq: UGRO) (“urban-gro” or the “Company”), an integrated professional services and design-build firm offering solutions to the Controlled Environment Agriculture (“CEA”) and commercial sectors, today announced the signing of more than $40 million in contracts in the first quarter 2023, bring

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Autodesk University 2023: Call for Construction Session Proposals 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Autodesk University 2023, a top construction industry event, comes back to The Venetian in Las Vegas, Nevada on November 13-15. The event promises to bring even more value and insight this year, and we want you to be a part of it! Our call for proposals is now open, and you can share your expertise, ideas, and insights by submitting to be one of our construction session speakers.

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CMAA Foundation Supports Students with Scholarship Options

Civil + Structural Engineer

Vienna, VA, USA – The mission of the CMAA Foundation is to advance and support workforce development to support the future growth of the industry, development of research beneficial to the advancement of technological, educational, or vocational expertise in the industry, and education in the construction management profession. One of the ways the CMAA Foundation does this is through scholarships.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

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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Top 105 Interview Questions and Answers on Surveying Subject

Construction Placements

Top 105 Interview Questions and Answers on Surveying Subject Prepare for your surveying job interview with our extensive compilation of 105 interview questions and answers, designed to help you navigate through essential surveying topics and land your dream job. The post Top 105 Interview Questions and Answers on Surveying Subject appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Command Alkon Leverages API-First Strategy to Empower Cloud-Based Ready Mix Dispatch Customers to Make Data-Driven Decisions

Civil + Structural Engineer

Command Alkon , the leading software and solutions provider bringing together technology and people for the heavy building industry, is committed to amplifying APIs and integration capabilities for cloud-based Command Alkon Dispatch. Enabling data transfer across various aspects of the business delivers operational visibility to plan and make decisions fueled by data.

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Material Takeoff: What Is It & Why It Is Essential in Construction

Contruct Connect

Arguably one of the most essential documents to ensure a construction project’s success, a material takeoff (MTO) is a comprehensive list of all materials and their quantities required to complete a project derived from the construction drawings and plans. Also referred to as a construction takeoff, quantity takeoff , or simply a takeoff, is a crucial element in accurately estimating and bidding on a construction job.

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Cupix Adds CupixWorks to Bentley’s Powered by iTwin Program

Civil + Structural Engineer

San Jose, CA – Cupix , a global spatial digital twin platform that provides visualization and analytics for owners and builders across the entire built-world lifecycle, announced today the addition of its leading product, CupixWorks, to Bentley Systems’ powered by iTwin program. CupixWorks is a state-of-the-art 3D digital twin platform that enables decision-making and collaboration through all stages of a building’s life cycle.

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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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What the US Construction Industry Needs: More Rosie the Riveters

The Contractor Magazine

Women can help fill construction labor shortages, while moving into well-paid jobs with a future.

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University of Nevada, Reno pavement testing technology hits the market

Civil + Structural Engineer

RENO, Nev. – After a long, stormy winter, drivers are faced with dodging potholes or suffering the consequences of damage to their vehicles, but a first-of its-kind quality control tool may help increase the quality of pavement and keep those potholes, ruts and cracks from forming. The new quality-control tool for road construction will enable crews to verify pavement quality as they build asphalt roads rather than waiting until after construction and using core samples to determine density of a

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Types of beams – Top beam types explained

Vin Civilworld

Types of beams popularly used In construction and engineering are classified based on their shape, the way they are supported, their structural behaviour etc. The beam is a horizontal or sloping structural member that supports a load and resists bending.

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NYC Soccer Team Picks Turner, HOK for $780M Queens Stadium Project

ENR Construction

Team, known as New York City Football Club, aims to complete construction in time for the 2027 season, with other redevelopment also planned in Willets Point former industrial area.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

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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Types of Flooring in construction | Flooring Material & its Selection

Civil Engineering Web

In this article, we explain the various types of floorings that are used in construction of building. Also here mentioned the different flooring material and its selection procedure. So, keep reading the article till the end, and you get any valuable information than please share we your friends. Also, if you don’t like the article.

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AGC Community Award Celebrates AC3 Lansing Partnership

Granger Construction

Friday, April 14, 2023 | As Granger Construction Company prepares for a second, all-company service partnership with Lansing area Advancement Corporation Community Center (AC3), the team is honored to celebrate receiving a 2023 AGC in the Community Award. AGC Community Award AGC in the Community Awards are conferred annually by AGC Charities, Inc., a non-profit affiliate of The Associated General Contractors of America , focused exclusively on charitable, scientific and educational purposes.

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On the rise: Securing entrance ways with retrofits

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Boon Edam. By Greg Schreiber Physical security retrofit is not as simple as it used to be. With today’s health compliance mandates and growing social upheaval, physical security upgrades must transcend previous technologies which only focused on minimizing organizational risks in corporate office buildings. In 2020, the Ontic Center for Protective Intelligence surveyed 300 chief security officers (CSOs), chief legal officers (CLOs), chief compliance officers (CCOs), and physical

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How Steel Contractors Tackle Industry Challenges With Tech

Jobsite by Procore

Recent data shows that steel contractors are especially hit hard by the labor shortage, with 58% of steel contractors citing that 50% or more of their projects are negatively impacted by a shortage of skilled labor; 59% reporting cost issues, 48% saying quality is affected and 44% citing an increase in rework.

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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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How Many Concrete Bags Equal A Yard?

CivilJungle

How Many Concrete Bags Equal A Yard? If you’re looking to fill your yard with concrete , then you’re probably wondering how many bags of concrete are needed to fill up that space. If you’re using bags of concrete, it’s really quite simple to determine how many bags you need to purchase for your job divide the square footage of your yard by 27 and that’s how many bags of concrete you need!

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West Michigan Chapter of the Air & Waste Management Association

Fleis & VandenBrink

Fleis & VandenBrink is proud to sponsor the West Michigan Chapter of the Air & Waste Management Association. For more information, please visit [link]. The post West Michigan Chapter of the Air & Waste Management Association appeared first on Fleis & VandenBrink.

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Flashback Friday

Halpert Life Safety

This video is fabulous if you want to better understand firestop failures. I often share this in classes that is how important this is. I hope you take time to check this out. Firestop- It’s “good enough”… right?

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