Construction Dive

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Both private and public sectors appear to be benefitting from falling interest rates and a positive outlook for the economy, according to a construction economist.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Develon and Leica Geosystems develop tailor-made 3D machine guidance system for DX225LC-7X Heerbrugg, Switzerland – Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, and Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, today announced a new aftermarket 3D machine control solution for the DX225LC-7X ‘Smart’ crawler excavator. The Develon DX225LC-7X excavator features Full Electric Hydraulic (FEH) technology and an integrated 2D machine guidance and machine control system as standard equipmen

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Contractors can recruit this group of workers with benefits like tuition reimbursement, mental health counseling and even pet insurance, according to an industry executive.

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Prodyogi

OCTOBER 3, 2024

A well-maintained concrete water tank is essential for any home or business. It provides a reliable source of clean water for various needs, from drinking to household chores. However, over time, concrete tanks can develop cracks, leaks, or other damage that can compromise their functionality and safety.Here's a step-by-step guide to repairing your concrete water tank:1.

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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Some girls never consider construction as a career, so Transportation & Construction Girl offers education and hands-on experience.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The Loper Bright and Corner Post rulings could open the National Environmental Policy Act, OSHA’s heat standard and other regulations to challenges, legal experts say.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Between January 2019 and May 2024, the blue-collar workforce grew more quickly among workers in their early 20s compared with those aged 25 to 39, indicating a growing interest in trades careers from young people. To learn more about this trend and its potential impact on the trades and construction industry, Construction Dive spoke with Kit Dickinson, a construction industry executive at human resources management software ADP.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The $72 million Sandra R. Berman Pavilion and $73 million Louis and Phyllis Friedman Building will serve as the new home for cancer care at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center hospital.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 3, 2024

In August, homebuyer affordability improved as the national median mortgage payment dropped to $2,057 from $2,140 in July, according to the recently released Purchase Applications Payment Index from the Mortgage Bankers Association. The index, which tracks changes in mortgage payments relative to income, fell by 3.9% from July. While payments dropped by 5.2%, moderate earnings growth of 3.2% over the past year led to an 8.2% annual decline in the index.

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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.

Construction Management

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Mining, construction and infrastructure industries to benefit from real-time data analysis, and time and cost savings WESTMINSTER, Colo. & BARCELONA, Spain – Trimble Ⓡ (NASDAQ: TRMB) and Worldsensing announced today the introduction of a solution for long term 3D ground and structural movement monitoring that will combine Trimble 4D Control (T4D) monitoring software with the new Trimble GNSS Meter, powered by Worldsensing.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Despite mortgage rates being at a two-year low, they’ll need to come down even further for homeowners to consider selling their homes, according to a recent report from housing market platform Realtor.com. In October 2023, mortgage rates peaked at a 23-year high of 7.79%. Last week, almost a year later, mortgage rates dropped to 6.08%. But even though this is the lowest rates have been since September 2022, many homeowners are still holding off on listing their homes for sale.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

National Grid is procuring for a £1bn framework for overhead lines and their associated infrastructure to be constructed in both the UK and US. The post National Grid procuring for £1bn framework for overhead lines in both UK and US appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Home prices have been rising steadily, making homes unaffordable for many Americans. To examine how the salary required to buy a home has changed over the past decade, GOBankingRates compared home values, loan amounts, and mortgage payments from August 2014 to 2024. In 20 states, the salary needed to afford a home has increased by more than 150%, and in 47 states, it has risen by more than 100%.

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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.

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Historic England has published guidance for SME developers on how to turn old buildings into flats.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Hurricane Helene hit areas of the Southeastern U.S. last week, causing damage that is still being assessed. Major storms typically have a lasting effect on the areas they impact. Using Tampa, Fla. as an example, John Burns Research and Consulting analyzed the impacts of the storm on the housing market, predicting a rise in temporary housing demand, inland migration, and higher insurance rates, among other related changes.

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The Construction Index

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Galliford Try has posted financial results showing across-the-board improvement.

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For Construction Pros

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The preparation phase is the last, but not least, step in securing your company’s data.

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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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The Construction Index

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Pan-European research is exposing just how bad problems are with the AdBlue engine additive in industrial vehicles.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Network Rail delivered £4bn of efficiency savings in Control Period 6 (CP6), 2019-2024, but still financially underperformed, a new assessment from the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has revealed. The post Network Rail delivered £4bn of efficiency savings in CP6 but saw £2.8bn underperformance appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Engcon has launched a new machine coupler for excavators in the 20- to 30-tonne class.

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Construction Placements

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Kochi Water Metro Ltd Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts | 97 Posts | 09-10-2024 Kochi Water Metro Ltd Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts with 97 Posts vacancies, last date to apply is 09-10-2024 The post Kochi Water Metro Ltd Recruitment 2024 for Various Posts | 97 Posts | 09-10-2024 appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Management

New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

National Highways is seeking market engagement on a new £6bn framework to deliver renewals and improvements across the strategic road network (SRN). The post National Highways seeks market input on new £6bn scheme delivery framework appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Image: stock.adobe.com/itchaznong The placing of the last steel piece has signified the completion of major construction works on the Newcastle Airport’s $110 million International Terminal project. The expansion and upgrade of the international passenger terminal is essential to allow the airport to process long-haul aircraft, which can carry close to 400 passengers.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

On 22 September this year, a month’s worth of rain fell in one day across parts of England, the subsequent flooding closing roads and disrupting rail services. The post Setting the standards of national infrastructure resilience appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Equipment World

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The 48,281-pound model delivers 9 hours of runtime, a 14,330-pound load capacity, a 5.5-cubic-yard bucket and 47,210 pound-feet of breakout force.

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Construction Equipment 110

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Construction Management

Construction Placements

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The Future of Civil Engineers in India in 2025 and Beyond Discover the future of civil engineers in India, focusing on trends in smart cities, sustainable infrastructure, advanced construction technologies, and government initiatives driving the industry in 2025 and beyond. The post The Future of Civil Engineers in India in 2025 and Beyond appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Leicester City Council has granted planning permission to the £22M revamp of Leicester station, which has been designed by Arcadis. The post Arcadis-designed £22M Leicester station revamp gets planning approval appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Placements

OCTOBER 3, 2024

How to Become a Construction Influencer: Building a Following by Sharing Your Work Explore how to become a construction influencer by sharing your projects and expertise on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Learn strategies to grow your audience, engage followers, and monetize your content as a construction professional. The post How to Become a Construction Influencer: Building a Following by Sharing Your Work appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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