Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The gaming development is slated to rise on the site of the old Chicago Tribune printing plant along the Chicago River.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

OSHA violations are more than just compliance issuesthey put lives at risk and jeopardize your company’s reputation. By learning from past trends and addressing the most common violations, you can create a safer workplace and avoid devastating penalties. Below, we review the top OSHA violations based on 2024 and 2023 data, highlighting actionable steps and practical takeaways to help you stay ahead in 2025.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The firm’s JV with O&G Industries is set to work on the facility — one of four that will replace Riker’s Island — for more than seven years.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

If you've been a long-time reader or a contracting company owner, you've probably heard about " Cost of Goods Sold " (COGS). But what does it really mean, and why is it crucial for your construction business's success? Understanding COGS isn't just about accountingit's about making smart decisions for profitability, pricing, and more. 1. What is the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)?

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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

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

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Maryland unveiled the design for the new span and approved $60 million worth of construction management and inspection services awards for the rebuild.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

It’s important to validate subcontractor bids and ensure appropriate costing. The availability of current, local market, detailed construction task data makes evaluating subcontractor bids an easy task. Simply build the subcontractor estimate using objective, verifiable local market construction cost data and compare costs. Ensure all construction cost estimates are both VALID and RELIABLE.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

More efficient AI models could reduce demand for liquid cooling retrofits while accelerating adoption, boosting the industry’s longer-term fortunes, experts say.

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Construction Placements

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

How to Choose the Best Excavating Contractor for Your Construction Project This comprehensive guide details how to choose the best excavating contractor for your construction project, offering expert tips, checklists, and practical advice to ensure a solid foundation for success. The post How to Choose the Best Excavating Contractor for Your Construction Project appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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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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Construction News

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Construction industry figures have welcomed plans for a new national steel strategy, but have called for the government to back up its warm words with action. At the weekend, the Department for Business and Trade opened a consultation on devising a strategy for the UK… The post ‘Transformative’ steel strategy plans welcomed by sector appeared first on Construction News.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The post How Sustainable Masonry Can Reduce Long-Term Construction Costs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Sustainability is no longer just a trend in constructionits a necessity. With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures.

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Construction News

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A Dorset building contractor has filed for administration after being hit by rising costs and a contract dispute. Dorchester-based Acheson Construction appointed administrators from Grant Thornton last Tuesday (18 February) with 40 of its 48 employees made immediately redundant. A statement from Grant Thorntons Richard… The post South West contractor goes under appeared first on Construction News.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The post Read the Latest News on Lendlease’s Domestic Results, Redeveloping Castle Hill Primary School in UK, Extended Warranty Terms Affect Construction Processes, and UK Builders Start 2 Gw Subsea HVDC Cable appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In todays news, it has been decided upon by the Australian corporation that it will sell up its building projects in the United States and divest itself of its activities in the United Kingdom as part of a new strategy for commercial enterprise

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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.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Sizewell C is only likely to achieve a financial investment decision, and if it does, it will be an expensive asset for the UK to fund, according to financial analysts at UBS. The post Sizewell C | Centrica expected to stake claim but will be expensive asset for UK to fund appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Your drains are clogged, and the next thing you know, you need a plumber to fix them. It can be an inconvenience, but you might experience a lot of other headaches when the problem becomes worse. See more info about unclogging a drain on this webpage. Some DIYers have admitted defeat when they discover they have trouble removing stubborn clogs from their toilets.

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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Extreme engineering in earthquake zones and volatile climates represents the pinnacle of structural innovation, where buildings must withstand both seismic forces and extreme weather conditions. These construction projects combine cutting-edge technology with advanced materials science to create structures that not only survive but adapt to natures most powerful forces.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Up to 400M of design, construction and maintenance works are being sought by AWE (the Atomic Weapons Establishment) for a complex high hazard plant. The post AWE seeking up to 400M of construction works for high hazard plant appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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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

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Veterans' agency, which builds health care and other facilities across the US, cited a Jan. 21 court ruling against the Biden-era agreement in a directive to remove it from construction contracts.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

NCE has heard from a member of the Arcadis team behind proposals to construct Canadas first immersed tube tunnel about the challenges of associated with bringing forward such a design. The post Early insights on the designs of Canadas C$4.15bn first immersed tube tunnel proposal appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Feds will initiate a compliance review of funding, officials say.

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Equipment World

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The four new New Holland PowerStar models 90, 100, 110 and 120 feature more efficient engines, new loaders and comfort upgrades. Details here.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Feds will initiate compliance review of funding, official says.

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For Construction Pros

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

With the high number of exhibits, sessions, and categories at the show, Work Truck Week has something to offer for everyone, catering to an assortment of trends and a seemingly endless list of innovations.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The industry's percentage of Hispanic construction workers increased from 16.5% in 2000 to 34% in 2023, with drywall installation, roofing and painting among the highest representations.

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New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Six water companies have indicated their intent to challenge Ofwats Final Determinations from the Price Review 2024 (PR24) by requesting a review from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The post Five companies follow Thames Water in appealing to CMA over Ofwats Final Determinations appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Management

Ed Zarenski

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The industry's percentage of Hispanic construction workers increased from 16.5% in 2000 to 34% in 2023, with drywall installation, roofing and painting among the highest representations.

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Painting/finishing 62

New Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Heidelberg Materials UK is fully committed to its net zero emissions goal by 2050. It has already reduced its CO2 emissions in the UK by 50% since 1990 and aims to reduce emissions by a further 15% from a 2019 baseline by 2030. The post Pioneering a way for nuclear energy to create hydrogen to decarbonise asphalt production appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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