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Eye Health is a Crucial Factor in Construction Workers’ Health and Safety

CCR Magazine

The construction industry is notoriously hazardous, with risks ranging from falling objects to heavy machinery mishaps. While severe head or finger injuries often draw immediate attention, eye health is one of the most overlooked aspects of worker safety. The latest report of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) counts 2,120 cases of eye-related injuries or illnesses among construction trade workers and 1,860 among material-moving workers in 2020.

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Comprehensive Guide to Construction Rules and Regulations in India: A 2024 Perspective

Construction Placements

Comprehensive Guide to Construction Rules and Regulations in India: A 2024 Perspective Navigating construction regulations in India can be complex. This guide covers laws, permits, and compliance essentials to streamline your projects. The post Comprehensive Guide to Construction Rules and Regulations in India: A 2024 Perspective appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Why Employee Legal Awareness Matters for Construction Firms

CCR Magazine

In the fast and demanding world of construction, employee health and safety take a front seat. Construction companies have to wade through a web of complex regulations and legal obligations, so it is important that employee legal awareness be made a priority for them. When workers are educated about their rights and responsibilities, it enhances safety at the job site as well as safeguards the company from landing into unnecessary legal matters.

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The Financial Roadmap To Success: Goal-Setting For Contractors

Contractor Bookkeeping

Setting financial goals for your construction business may be one of your most important responsibilities as a leader and business owner. Your financial goals serve as far more than wishful projections; they form the backbone of your road map for success, both internal and external. Financial goals are something that every single business should possess regardless of its market, model, or size.

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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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Inheritance tax changes spell ‘death of the plant-hire industry’

Construction News

Plant equipment owners have warned that inheritance tax changes set out in the chancellor’s Autumn Budget could put their firms at risk of closure. The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) and Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) said changes to inheritance tax relief, announced on 30 October,… The post Inheritance tax changes spell ‘death of the plant-hire industry’ appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Cost Optimization

Job Order Contracting

Guide to Construction Cost Optimization provides a road map for applying best management practices necessary to drive financial visibility and transparency. Introduction Objective, verifiable, and locally researched detailed line-item unit price construction data provides the highest level of cost visibility and cost management capability. Since other levels or types of cost estimating can’t meet this level, care should be given as to what form of cost data is being use.

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Doc’s Industries Specialty Tools: Revolutionizing Construction

CCR Magazine

Much like all other industry areas, the construction sector has also been struggling with several challenges that are specific to its work environment. The latest technological innovations , including automation and robotics, which are predicted to change work patterns for good, are just one part of the challenges. Regulatory changes, risk management strategies, labor shortages, a lack of adequate forecasting, cost mismanagements and difficulties in keeping up with the schedules are some of the

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ISG: 100 jobs saved after fit-out business sold

Construction News

Morris & Spottiswood has acquired part of the former construction firm ISG, saving 111 jobs. The Glasgow-headquartered company announced it purchased fit-out business ISG Cathedral. The value of the acquisition has not yet been disclosed. The firm was originally an independent retail fit-out specialist called… The post ISG: 100 jobs saved after fit-out business sold appeared first on Construction News.

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Alert issued about inadequate temporary works on highway excavations

New Civil Engineer

Numerous incidents of large excavations adjacent to highway structures being undertaken without adequate temporary works have been pulled up for their disregard of required standards. The post Alert issued about inadequate temporary works on highway excavations appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Contractor fined after telehandler operator died from crush injuries

Construction Law

A contractor has been fined £160,000 after a man was killed by a telehandler at a housebuilding site in Glasgow. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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FK Architecture Designs Grand East Village in Orlando

CCR Magazine

FK Architecture is pleased to announce the groundbreaking ceremony on November 7, 2024, for Grand East Village, a $30 million affordable senior housing community located at 1199 Bruton Blvd, Orlando, FL, which the firm designed. The Grand East Village will include 92 affordable living units for seniors. The three-story, garden-style community will feature 69 one-bedroom and 23 two-bedroom units when completed.

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Private funding possible for northern rail links

Construction Law

The government is examining using private finance for a new rail link connecting Birmingham with Manchester, Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has confirmed. She said during a visit to Greater Manchester with Chancellor Rachel Reeves that private finance options are ‘perfectly viable to explore’, the first time a Government source has confirmed rumours that have been around for several weeks.

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Top Software Solutions for Self-Employed Civil Engineers

Civil Digital

For self-employed civil engineers, managing projects, clients, and finances efficiently is key to success. The right software can transform how you operate, making complex tasks more manageable and freeing you up to focus on delivering top-notch engineering solutions. Here’s a list of the top five software tools that every self-employed civil engineer should consider, with.

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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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4 Benefits of Harnessing Biomass CHP

Civil Engineer Blog

Using bio fuels in a single highly efficient process, Biomass CHP (combined heat and power) systems generate both heat and electricity. These systems are supported by a large number of independent organizations like Greenpeace and International Energy Agency. Below we’ll take a look at five of the main benefits that biomass CHP offers: Low cost […] The post 4 Benefits of Harnessing Biomass CHP first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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McCarthy-Vaughn JV starts $5B Dallas pediatric health campus

Construction Dive

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

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Types of Termite Treatment for Building Construction

Prodyogi

Termites, often referred to as silent destroyers, can cause significant damage to buildings if left unchecked. Early detection and effective treatment are crucial to protect your property. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Here are the common types of termite treatments:1.

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Tutor Perini/O&G JV lands $1.2B Newark AirTrain job

Construction Dive

The team will design and build 2.5 miles of elevated track to replace the airport's existing rail system, first opened in 1996.

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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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CONTRACTOR's Products of the Year 2024

The Contractor Magazine

CONTRACTOR'S Products of the Year are chosen by our readers, based on pageviews of our Weekly Product Galleries.

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China rotates two halves of 231m long bridge into place over major highway in ‘world first’

New Civil Engineer

Two halves of a continuous beam railway bridge with an arch have been rotated into place over a major highway in a “world first” operation in China. The post China rotates two halves of 231m long bridge into place over major highway in ‘world first’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Morris & Spottiswood saves ISG Cathedral

The Construction Index

Morris & Spottiswood has acquired part of the collapsed ISG group.

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Carbon capture innovator using modular design and columnless tech to minimise footprint

New Civil Engineer

A carbon capture innovator is utilising a modular and columnless design for new technology to save space and bolster decarbonisation credits with its new product. The post Carbon capture innovator using modular design and columnless tech to minimise footprint appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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NCDOT Aims to Reopen Helene-damaged Interstate 40 by New Year's Day

ENR Construction

Highway and water infrastructure in Western North Carolina are coming back online months after Hurricane Helene brought widespread damage to the region.

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Track works on £56.8M Mid Cornwall Metro to commence

New Civil Engineer

Construction is set to commence on the Mid Cornwall Metro (MCM) project, a £56.8M rail initiative aimed at enhancing connectivity in the region. The post Track works on £56.8M Mid Cornwall Metro to commence appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Best Project, Healthcare: Essentia Health

ENR Construction

Situated in Duluth, Minn., on the shore of Lake Superior, St. Mary’s Medical Center is a major regional medical hub serving patients in northern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

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DfT and Arup detail £850M potential benefits of integrating transport networks with digital twins

New Civil Engineer

Integrating UK transport networks using digital twins could amount to around £850M of monetised benefits over a 10-year period (in 2010 prices), new reasearch from Arup and the Department for Transport (DfT) has found. The post DfT and Arup detail £850M potential benefits of integrating transport networks with digital twins appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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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Projects Win High Marks From Judges

ENR Construction

The Midwest construction industry continued to thrive in 2023, bolstered by a steady flow of projects that kept many firms busy producing work that pushed the boundaries of innovation, promoted sustainability and safety, reinvented historic structures and spurred forward-thinking construction solutions.

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Norfolk County Council tendering for 14 year £700M highways maintenance contract

New Civil Engineer

Norfolk County Council has put out a call for contractors interested in joining its 14 year highways maintenance contract worth £700M. The post Norfolk County Council tendering for 14 year £700M highways maintenance contract appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Hyundai launches the HD130 bulldozer

Equipment World

Hyundai's second dozer, the 157-horsepower, 15-metric-ton HD130, comes equipped with E-H controls and standard 2D machine guidance for precision grading.